IKEA Recalls Children's Swing Due To Fall Hazard
What's being recalled
GUNGGUNG child's swing
Units: About 2,000 in the United States and 300 in Canada
This recall involves IKEA GUNGGUNG Swing. GUNGGUNG is intended for indoor and outdoor use by children ages 3-7. It is made of green polyester fabric and hangs from a plastic suspension fitting attached to steel hooks. The full length of the suspension strap, including the sling seat, is 17 feet and the width of the seat is 0.8 feet. A permanent label is attached to one of the suspension straps, showing age recommendation (3-7), IKEA logo, Design and Quality IKEA of Sweden, GUNGGUNG article number 302.439.74, supplier number 17915 and Made in Vietnam.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The suspension fittings can break causing a child to fall from the swing, posing a risk of serious injury.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
There have been four reports worldwide including one in Germany, two in Austria and one in Canada of the suspension fittings breaking in use. In one incident a child fell and sustained a fractured leg. No incidents have been reported in the US.
What CPSC says to do
Refund
Consumers should immediately take down the swing to prevent use by children and return it to any IKEA store for a full refund. Proof of purchase is not required to receive a full refund for the return.
How to contact the company
IKEA toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime or online at www.ikea-usa.com and click on the recall link at the top of the page for more information.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 14276, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.