Key Takeaway
Solowave Recalls Home Playground Tube Slides with Port Holes Due to Laceration Hazard by Solowave Design Corp., of Hamburg, N.Y. was recalled on December 11, 2013. What to do: Consumers should stop using the recalled slide immediately and contact Solowave to receive a free repair kit for the port hole windows.
Solowave Recalls Home Playground Tube Slides with Port Holes Due to Laceration Hazard
Description
This recall involves Solowave Tornado brand home playground tube slides with port holes. The slides are green, six or seven feet long and have three or five port hole-style plastic windows in the sides. The slides were sold with Solowave's Centennial, Centennial II, Lexington, Rocky Mountain Deluxe and Sheridan play systems and were also sold separately. Solowave Design is stamped on the outside of the slides near the middle of each tube slide section.
Injuries / Consequence
Solowave has received 23 reports of minor injuries to children, including cuts and scrapes, from contact with broken port holes.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled slide immediately and contact Solowave to receive a free repair kit for the port hole windows.
Products Affected
Tornado brand home playground tube slides with port holes
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Company Information
Solowave Design Corp., of Hamburg, N.Y.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this recall still active?
Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.
How do I check if my product is affected?
Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.
What remedy is available for this recall?
The listed remedy for this recall is: Consumers should stop using the recalled slide immediately and contact Solowave to receive a free repair kit for the port hole windows.
Where can I find the original recall notice?
This recall was issued by CPSC. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.