Grand Trunk Recalls Parachute Hammocks Due to Fall Hazard

Single and Double “Parachute” Hammocks

Date of Recall

2009-09-23

CPSC Release Number

09-347

Manufactured In

Indonesia

Company Phone Number

(877) 365-2965

Units

About 2,500

Manufacturer

Travel Hammock Inc., dba Grand Trunk, of Skokie, Ill.

Sold By

Specialty outdoor retailers nationwide from July 2008 through June 2009 for between $50 and $60.

Problem/Hazard

The hammock’s supporting hooks can fail, causing occupants to fall and suffer injuries.

Injuries/Incidents

The firm has received nine incidents of hooks failing, resulting in bumps, bruises and/or scrapes.

Description

The recalled hammocks were sold in single and double versions and packaged in a nylon sack. The Grand Trunk logo is printed on the sack. The following models and colors are included in the recall: SH-01 (Single Olive/Khaki), SH-02 (Single Blue/Navy Blue), SH-06 (Single Royal/Khaki), DH-01 (Double Olive/Khaki), DH-02 (Double Lt. Blue/Yellow), DH-03(Double Navy/Silver), DH-04 (Double Navy/Red). The model number can be located on the product's hang tag.

Remedy

Consumer should stop using the recalled hammocks immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact

For additional information, contact Grand Trunk toll-free at (877) 365-2965 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.grandtrunkgoods.com

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