Primal Vantage Recalls Plastic Tree Steps Due to Fall Hazard
Ameristep Plastic Strap-On Tree Step |
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Date of Recall:
Thursday, January 7th, 2010
CPSC Release Number:
10-101
Manufactured In:
China
Company Phone Number:
(866) 972-6168
Units:
About 16,000
Manufacturer:
Primal Vantage Co., Inc., of Randolph, N.J.
Sold By:
The product was sold in 2009 at various outdoor and sporting goods retailers nationwide as a 3-step package in model 105 or as a single step in model 155.
Problem/Hazard:
The plastic portion of the step can break, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Injuries/Incidents:
Primal Vantage has received five complaints of step breakage, including two reports of consumers being bruised and cut.
Description:
Product is a plastic tree step that attaches to a tree via a nylon strap and a large metal buckle. It is used to climb a tree in order to hunt from an elevated position. Models 105 and 155 both have a 12/08 date code, which is stamped on the plastic portion of the step.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the tree steps immediately. They should contact Primal Vantage for details on how to obtain a full refund. Consumers are asked not to return the product to retail stores as refunds can only be provided by Primal Vantage.
Consumer Contact:
For additional information, contact Primal Vantage toll free at (866) 972-6168 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.treestandcustomerservice.com to print a return form or for further information on how to locate the date code on your tree step.
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