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Posted: 1:16 PM May 26, 2009
Trampolines recalled over fall risk
The straps supporting the top of the trampoline’s enclosure to the poles can fail. The enclosure could drop if these straps break, posing a risk that a user could fall from the trampoline.
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product.
Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: 13-foot Square Trampolines
Units: About 60,000
Distributor: Skywalker Holdings LLC, of Brigham City, Utah
Hazard: The straps supporting the top of the trampoline’s enclosure to the poles can fail. The enclosure could drop if these straps break, posing a risk that a user could fall from the trampoline.
Incidents/Injuries: Skywalker Holdings has received at least 250 reports of straps breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves the Skywalker Holdings 13-foot Square Trampoline and Enclosure Combo. The unit has blue spring pads, a black net enclosure, and a jumping mat. “Skywalker Holdings” is printed on a label located under the jumping mat and on the enclosure net.
Sold at: Specialty stores and major retailers nationwide and online from January 2007 through February 2009 for between $400 and $600.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the trampolines and contact Skywalker Holdings to obtain a free repair kit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Skywalker Holdings toll-free at (866) 603-5867 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the company’s Web site listed below this story.
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