Folding chair - Piccolo
Folding chair - Piccolo was recalled on 15 October 2010 under EU Safety Gate alert 1541/10. Injuries risk reported by Romania. The product poses a risk of injuries because the folding mechanism has very strong springs, and unfolding and folding the chair requires a high force, and the user’s fingers can get trapped between the seat frame and and the backrest frame, possibly leading to the fracture, or even the loss, of one or more fingers.
| Alert Number | 1541/10 |
| Brand | Idea |
| Category | Furniture |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Romania |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | 95133385, bar code 9006218200509. |
| Published | 15 October 2010 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because the folding mechanism has very strong springs, and unfolding and folding the chair requires a high force, and the user’s fingers can get trapped between the seat frame and and the backrest frame, possibly leading to the fracture, or even the loss, of one or more fingers.Six accidents reported.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): Withdrawal from the market ordered by the authorities.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Folding chair made of metal tubing, diameter of 18 mm, with fabric seat and backrest and plastic armrests. Three metal springs of 10 mm diameter, placed in plastic sleeves connect the seat and the backrest. The chair is packaged in plastic.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Folding chair - Piccolo.
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.