Teknion Recalls to Repair Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Contessa Office Chairs (see photo “A”)

Date of Recall

2008-12-23

CPSC Release Number

09-716

Manufactured In

Japan

Units

About 60,000

Distributor

Teknion LLC, of Toronto, Canada

Manufacturer

Okamura Corp., of Japan

Sold By

Authorized Teknion dealers nationwide from January 2004 through June 2008 for between $1,470 and $1,625.

Problem/Hazard

The bolts holding the seat to the frame can loosen and separate, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents

Okamura has received two reports of separation of the chair’s seat from the frame. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves all Contessa chairs shipped prior to June 30, 2008. Each Contessa chair has a label indicating the date of shipment (see photo “B” – Shipping Label) which is located on the bottom of the chair seat.

Remedy

Consumers should inspect the chair by checking the four bolts that attach the seat bottom to the chair frame (see Photo “C”). If any of the four bolts are loose or missing, consumers should stop using the chair immediately and contact a Teknion dealer for a free repair.

Consumer Contact

For more information, contact Teknion toll-free at (866) 943-8550 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email [email protected]

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