White Tiger Outdoor Folding Chairs Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

Folding wooden chairs

Date of Recall
2010-08-19

CPSC Release Number
10-322

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 632-6900

Units
About 7,000

Manufacturer
White Tiger Traders Co. Ltd, of Taiwan

Importer
Fred Meyer Inc., of Portland, Ore.

Sold By
Kroger, Fred Meyer, Ralph's, Fry's, Smith's, Dillon's, Gerbes, City Market, and Baker's stores nationwide from February 2009 through December 2009 individually for about $50 and as part of the set that sold for about $130.

Problem/Hazard
The wooden frame of the chairs can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
The Kroger Co. and White Tiger have received three reports of chairs breaking, resulting in minor injuries including back and shoulder pain, sprains and contusions.

Description
This recall includes wooden folding chairs. The chairs were sold individually and as part of a three-piece set that included one table and two chairs. "HD Outdoor" is printed on the chair's packaging.

Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Kroger at (800) 632-6900 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET or visit the firm's website at www.kroger.com

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