was recalled on 28 April 2006 under EU Safety Gate alert 0224/06. Injuries risk reported by Portugal. Product places users at risk of falling due to its lack of stability (the chair overbalances) and its fragility (during testing one of the legs broke).
| Alert Number | 0224/06 |
| Category | Furniture |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Published | 28 April 2006 |
Risk Description
Product places users at risk of falling due to its lack of stability (the chair overbalances) and its fragility (during testing one of the legs broke). The product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 1335 (product failed the front stability and forward overbalancing tests). One injury concerning this product has been reported.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Compulsory withdrawal of the product from the market ordered by the authority.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Office chair "Cadeira a GÁZ c/ Braços AZ#E3072"Type/model: 2859484.Description: Gas lift chair with arms AZ#E3072, five round wheels, adjustable seat height.
⚠️ 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.