CPSC, Playworld Systems Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Swing Sets
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2004-07-12 · 04563
Hazards
The weld between the side arch support and the top rail can fail. If that happens, the swings can collapse, causing children on the swings to fall and be injured by the falling top rail.
Recall
Number
04563
Date
2004-07-12
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Arch Swing and Arch Swing Add-A-Bay
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Playworld Systems Inc., of Lewisburg, Pa.
Retailer(s)
Sales representatives sold the swing sets directly to day care centers and children's learning centers or playgrounds nationwide, from February 1998 through May 2004. The Arch Swing Add-A-Bay sold for $488, while the Arch Swing sold for $653.
Country of manufacture
United States
Description
The 2-3/8" Arch Swing Model # 0289 and the 2-3/8" Arch Swing Add-A-Bay Model # 0380 have arched metal side supports and a welded top rail that supports two swings. The swing sets are made from 2-3/8" steel tubing and come in a variety of solid colors.