Office chair – "Cadeira PVC Preta/Cinza"
Office chair – "Cadeira PVC Preta/Cinza" was recalled on 12 December 2008 under EU Safety Gate alert 1446/08. Injuries risk reported by Portugal. The product poses a risk of injuries because during normal use the legs of the chair may give way (break off), causing the chair to become unsteady and the user to fall.
| Alert Number | 1446/08 |
| Brand | Unknown |
| Category | Furniture |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Portugal |
| Country of Origin | People's Republic of China |
| Model Number | Model No 7039, EAN code 3397700070394, Batches: DEDKG202, DEDKG203, DEDKG204, DEDKG226, DEDKG231, DEDKG233, DEDKG234 and DEDKG237. |
| Published | 12 December 2008 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of injuries because during normal use the legs of the chair may give way (break off), causing the chair to become unsteady and the user to fall. This is due to a manufacturing fault detected in the level of resistance of the polypropylene base to which the chair wheels are attached.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary withdrawal from the market and recall from consumers by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
PVC office chair with gas lift, black/grey in colour, dimensions 40 x 74 x 53 cm.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Office chair – "Cadeira PVC Preta/Cinza".
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.