Office chair
Office chair was recalled on 23 February 2024 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/00408/24. Injuries risk reported by Bulgaria. The backrest of the chair breaks easily, leading to the user falling and suffering injuries.
| Alert Number | A12/00408/24 |
| Brand | Carmen |
| Category | Furniture |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Bulgaria |
| Country of Origin | Ukraine |
| Model Number | Comfort |
| Published | 23 February 2024 |
Risk Description
The backrest of the chair breaks easily, leading to the user falling and suffering injuries. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 1335-2.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: ImporterCategory of measure(s): Ban on the marketing of the product and any accompanying measuresDate of entry into force: 05/02/2024
Product Description
Height-adjustable office chair with armrests, soft seat and backrest, with plastic base, a regular five-beam star shape and a gas lift.
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to Office chair.
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.