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U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionRecalled 2016-01-14

Steelcase Recalls Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Is my product affected?

Rocky model swivel chairs

  • Brand Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.

Check against the official notice below — it lists the full affected range.

What happened

Steelcase has recalled 12 models of "Rocky" style swivel chairs manufactured between 2005 and 2015 because the screws connecting the seat and back to the base can detach, which could cause a user to fall. The recalled chairs are molded polypropylene models available in black and white, with various options for upholstered or non-upholstered seats and backs. They feature foldable seats, molded-in arms, and either four-star or five-star wheel bases, or jury bases. The specific model numbers affected are 112101, 112201S, 112201, 112301, 112401S, 112401, 112301ST, 112401SST, 112401ST, 112301J, 112401SJ, and 112401J, which can be found on the underside of the seat.

According to the recall notice, consumers who own these chairs should immediately stop using them and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair.

Written by software from the official notice below. Not reviewed by a lawyer.

Hazard

The screws connecting the seat and back to the base of the chair can detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.

What should I do?

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair.

Details from the source

This recall involves 12 models of Steelcase "Rocky" style swivel chairs manufactured between 2005 and 2015. The molded polypropylene chairs were sold in black and white with the option of an upholstered seat and back, seat only or no upholstery. The chairs have a foldable seat, molded-in arms and either a four-star wheel base or a five-star wheel base. Model numbers can be found on the underside of the seat. Model Number Style 112101 Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat 112201S Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat 112201 Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat and Back 112301 Five-star Non-Upholstered 112401S Five-star Upholstered Back 112401 Five-star Upholstered Seat and Back 112301ST Five-star Stool Non-Upholstered 112401SST Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat 112401ST Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat and Back 112301J Jury Base Non-Upholstered 112401SJ Jury Base Upholstered Seat 112401J Jury Base Upholstered Seat and Back

Source

Official record: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ↗

Republished from the official source above; details can change — the source record controls.

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