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1. Steelcase Recalls Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Steelcase-Recalls-Chairs/
2. Altar’d State Recalls Monogrammed Coffee Mugs Due to Fire Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Altard-State-Recalls-Monogrammed-Coffee-Mugs/
3. IKEA Recalls Toy Drums and Drumstick Sets Due to Choking Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/IKEA-Recalls-Toy-Drums-and-Drumstick-Sets/
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1. Recall Date: January 14, 2016
Recall Number: 16-074
Steelcase Recalls Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Steelcase-Recalls-Chairs/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: “Rocky” model swivel chairs
Hazard: The screws connecting the seat and back to the base of the chair can detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair.
Consumer Contact: Steelcase at 800-210-5109 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.steelcase.com and click on “Rocky Chair Recall” for more information. Consumers can also email Steelcase at retrofits@steelcase.com.
Recall Details
Photos available at https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Steelcase-Recalls-Chairs/
Units: About 17,000
Description: This recall involves 12 models of Steelcase “Rocky” style swivel chairs manufactured between 2005 and 2015. The molded polypropylene chairs were sold in black and white with the option of an upholstered seat and back, seat only or no upholstery. The chairs have a foldable seat, molded-in arms and either a four-star wheel base or a five-star wheel base. Model numbers can be found on the underside of the seat.
| Model Number | Style |
| 112101 | Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat |
| 112201S | Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat |
| 112201 | Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat and Back |
| 112301 | Five-star Non-Upholstered |
| 112401S | Five-star Upholstered Back |
| 112401 | Five-star Upholstered Seat and Back |
| 112301ST | Five-star Stool Non-Upholstered |
| 112401SST | Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat |
| 112401ST | Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat and Back |
| 112301J | Jury Base Non-Upholstered |
| 112401SJ | Jury Base Upholstered Seat |
| 112401J | Jury Base Upholstered Seat and Back |
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 311 reports of incidents, including one report of an injury.
Sold by: Steelcase independently owned dealers nationwide from August 2005 to June 2015 for between $500 and $1,550.
Importer/Distributor: Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.
Manufactured in: United States from 2005 to 2011; Mexico from 2011-2015
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2. Recall Date: January 14, 2016
Recall Number: 16-073
Altar’d State Recalls Monogrammed Coffee Mugs Due to Fire Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Altard-State-Recalls-Monogrammed-Coffee-Mugs/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Monogrammed Coffee Mugs
Hazard: The coffee mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic paint accents on the coffee mugs can spark, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee mugs and contact Altar’d State for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Altar’d State at 800-284-7348 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.altardstate.com and click on “Monogrammed Coffee Mug Recall” for more information.
Recall Details
Photos available at https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Altard-State-Recalls-Monogrammed-Coffee-Mugs/
Units: About 14,000
Description: This recall involves white ceramic 16-ounce coffee mugs with gold-painted monograms and accent rims. The mugs have a textured design resembling a golf ball, and a “rope” style handle. “Microwave/Dishwasher Safe” is printed in a black panel on the bottom of the coffee mugs.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received one report of a coffee mug sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Altar’d State stores nationwide from October 2015 through December 2015 for about $15.
Importer: Creative Co-Op, Inc., of Memphis, Tenn.
Distributor: Altar’d State of Knoxville, Tenn.
Manufactured in: China
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3. Recall Date: January 14, 2016
Recall Number: 16-075
IKEA Recalls Toy Drums and Drumstick Sets Due to Choking Hazard
https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/IKEA-Recalls-Toy-Drums-and-Drumstick-Sets/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: LATTJO Tongue drums and LATTJO Drumstick sets
Hazard: The rubber ball on the drumsticks can detach or be unscrewed, posing a choking hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately take the recalled drum and drumstick sets away from children and return them to IKEA for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: IKEA toll-free at 888-966-4532 anytime or online at www.ikea-usa.com and click on Press Room at the bottom of the page then Product Recalls at the top of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Photos available at https://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/IKEA-Recalls-Toy-Drums-and-Drumstick-Sets/
Units: About 2,000 tongue drums and 1,300 drumstick sets
Description: The recall includes LATTJO Tongue Drum and LATTJO Drumstick set.
The LATTJO Tongue Drum is a solid birch rectangular-shaped drum with a turquoise-dot print on the front and two solid red circles on top. The drum measures about 8 inches long by 2-3/4 inches wide by 2-3/4 inches deep. The drum comes with a seven inch mallet with a turquoise painted handle and black rubber ball on the end. IKEA and LATTJO are printed on a label on the
bottom of the drum.
The LATTJO Drumstick set includes two solid birch drumsticks, two brushes and two mallet-type drumsticks with black rubber balls on the ends. The set was sold in a turquoise polyester roll-up pouch with a red and white striped fabric panel in the center. The pouch measures about 15 inches long by 10 inches wide. IKEA and LATTJO was printed on a label attached to the pouch.
Incidents/Injuries: IKEA has received six reports of the rubber ball on the end of the drumsticks detaching or being unscrewed. These reports were from staff in IKEA stores in Germany, Denmark, Spain and the Netherlands. No incidents or injuries have been reported in the United States.
Sold exclusively at: IKEA stores nationwide and online at www.ikea-usa.com from November 2015 through December 2015 for about $10 for the LATTJO tongue drum and $15 for the LATTJO drumstick set.
Importer: IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.
Manufactured in: China
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