Recall: Grosfillex Recalls Commercial Side Chairs and Armless Bar Stools Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

Description: This recall involves the Grosfillex Havana commercial side chairs and armless bar stools. They were sold in charcoal, espresso, tobacco and white. The high-backs and seats are covered with woven plastic wicker and have aluminum legs. The side chairs measure about 35 ½ inches tall by 18 ½ inches wide and 22 inches deep. The bar stools measure about 45 ½ inches tall by 20 inches wide by 24 inches deep. Grosfillex and CE # 2194 is molded on the underside of the seat.

Name of product: Havana side chairs and armless bar stools

Units: About 92,000

Manufacturer: Grosfillex Inc., of Robesonia, Pa.

Hazard: The backrest can crack and detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and stools and contact Grosfillex for free replacements if the product is under the three-year warranty or for a product voucher for recalled products no longer under warranty.

Recall date: March 31, 2016

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of incidents, including neck and shoulder injuries.

Sold At: Distributors and dealers nationwide in the food service and hospitality industries from April 2008 through August 2015 for between $75 and $150.

Manufactured in: France, United States

Consumer contact: Grosfillex toll free at 844-845-4570 extension 3210 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, via email at gfxprogram@grosfillex.com or online at www.grosfillexfurniture.com and click on Product Safety Alert for more information.

Recall number: 16-735