was recalled on 14 April 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0208/06. Injuries risk reported by Lithuania. Risk of injury due to incorrect construction of the chair.
| Alert Number | 0208/06 |
| Category | Furniture |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Lithuania |
| Country of Origin | Italy |
| Published | 14 April 2006 |
Risk Description
Risk of injury due to incorrect construction of the chair. Chair has to keep its stability when 600 N of vertical strength and 20 N of horizontal strength are applied. The notified chair falls down using only 200 N of vertical strength.The chair does not comply with the relevant European Standard.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Placing of the product on the market has been banned. Withdrawal from the market has been ordered by authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Chair "Omega". Description: Frame of the chair is bended form 25 mm thin metal pipes. Seat, back and armrests are made form leather. Height of the chair is 825 mm, width – 555 mm, width of seat – 470 mm, height form the floor - 440 mm.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.