Playworld Recalls Stainless Steel Playground Slides Due to Amputation Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall date

December 7, 2016

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Recall number

17718

Brand / firm

Horizon Industries, of Columbia, Pa

Sold / distributed

Independent distributors to parks, schools and municipalities from November 2000 through October 2016 for between $1,500 through $4,000.

Why it was recalled

The weld between the slide bedway and sidewall can crack and separate. A child's fingers can get caught in the space, posing an amputation hazard.

What was recalled

The recalled slides are made of stainless steel and have both single and double bedways. There are welds on both sides of the slide attaching the bedway to the sidewalls, and the welds run continuously from the top to the bottom. There are no identifying marks on the slides.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled slides and contact Playworld for a free replacement slide and free installation. A temporary barrier will be shipped to consumers prior to shipment of a replacement slide to prevent children from using the slide. Playworld is contacting consumers who purchased the slides directly.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.