Spalding In-Ground Basketball Hoops Recalled By Russell Brands Due to Impact Hazard

Spalding In-Ground Basketball Hoops

Date of Recall
2009-08-04

CPSC Release Number
09-295

Manufactured In
China

Company Phone Number
(800) 431-5827

Units
About 1,700

Distributor
Russell Brands LLC, of Alexander City, Ala.

Sold By
MC Sports, Academy Sports, Dunham’s Sports and other sporting goods stores nationwide for between $600 and $1,700.

Problem/Hazard
The bolts at the base can fail, causing the unit to fall. This poses a risk of serious injury to consumers.

Injuries/Incidents
None reported.

Description
This recall involves Spalding in-ground basketball hoops with a supporting pole and a clear backboard. The following models are included in the recall:

Series Description Model Sold from
MC Sports Series
(sold exclusively at MC Sports)
88565G, 88565GT,
88567G, 88567GT
54" or 60" tempered glass,
adjustable-height backboard
January 2009 through April 2009
Triple Eight Series 88830, 88830G,
88830T, 88830GT,
88880G, 88880GT
60" or 72" acrylic or tempered glass,
adjustable-height backboard
January 2009 through July 2009
Arena View 886724FS 72" acrylic, fixed-height backboard January 2009 through July 2009

Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled basketball hoops immediately and contact Russell Brands for instructions on receiving free replacement bolts. If the product is installed in concrete, the firm will arrange for free deinstallation, repair and reinstallation of the product at the consumer’s home.

Consumer Contact
For additional information, contact Russell Brands at (800) 431-5827 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.spalding.com

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