Little Tikes Recalls Clubhouse Swing Sets

In late July, The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio recalled 1,950 Clubhouse Swing Sets. The recalled swing sets did not come with assembly directions for the swing seat harness. The swing seat harness assembly needs to be completed by the consumer. The swing seats can detach if the harness is not assembled properly, which could result in fall and injury during use.

The Little Tikes Clubhouse Swing Set is a plastic molded product that features a climbing wall, rope ladder, slide and two swings with blue and yellow seats. Only the blue seat model is being recalled. The model numbers are 400V and 612398. The product was sold at Toys R Us and Walmart from October 2008 through March 2009 for about $450.

Consumers should should stop using recalled swing sets immediately until they have obtained and carefully read the assembly instructions for the swing seat harness. Instructions can be obtained by accessing the little Tikes Web site or by calling the firm’s hotline. Consumers can contact Little Tikes toll free at (800) 321-0183 or visit the firm’s Web site at www.littletikes.com.

If you or a family member is injured by a product, you need to get immediate medical care. If there is a significant affect or injury, you should contact an attorney concerning the problem. Early investigation can include the collection of product, checking recall alerts, and the proper notifying of those who caused the problem.