IKEA Recalls Children's Swing Due To Fall Hazard

GUNGGUNG child's swing

Date of Recall

2014-09-15

CPSC Release Number

14-276

Manufactured In

Vietnam

Units

About 2,000 in the United States and 300 in Canada

Importer

IKEA North America Services LLC, of Conshohocken, Pa.

Sold By

IKEA stores nationwide and online at www.ikea-usa.com in August 2014 for $20.

Problem/Hazard

The suspension fittings can break causing a child to fall from the swing, posing a risk of serious injury.

Injuries/Incidents

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.

Description

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.

Remedy

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.

Consumer Contact

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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