Wal-Mart Footstools Recalled Due to Collapse Hazard

October 2006

About 165,000 Home Trends Wood Footstools manufactured exclusively for Wal-Mart were recalled because of improper construction. The stool can break and collapse posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Wal-Mart has received nine reports of the footstools breaking. There have been seven reports of injuries, including a broken toe, neck and shoulder soreness, cuts, bruises, swelling, a slight concussion, and whiplash.

The footstool is a natural-colored wood and has the UPC number 87065900001. The recalled footstools were sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from December 2005 through September 2006 for about $10.

Owners of the defective footstools should stop using the product immediately and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund. Consumers with questions about the recall can call Wal-Mart at 1-800-925-6278 for more information.

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