Sky Wheels recalled over fall hazard

Recall date

July 27, 2023

Source

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)

Official notice title

Soft Play Recalls Sky Wheels Due to Fall Hazard and Risk of Injury to Children (Recall Alert)

Recall number

23776

Brand / firm

Soft Play LLC, of Huntersville, North Carolina

Sold / distributed

Sold to McDonalds, YMCA, Lifetime Fitness, Burger King, Crunch Fitness, LTF Club Organizations and other fitness and recreational play areas for use by children from June 2009 through July 2022 for about $624.

Why it was recalled

The Sky Wheels can become detached from the overhead rail on the play set, posing a fall hazard and risk of injury to children.

What was recalled

This recall involves Sky Wheels, which are an individual active play component manufactured for and sold to businesses. They can be incorporated into a larger indoor soft-contained play system. The Sky Wheel is comprised of a 14-inch diameter 4-spoke metal wheel attached to a downward facing milled and threaded shaft which is supported from an overhead bar within the play system framing structure.

What to do

Businesses should contact Soft Play to schedule a free inspection. If needed, a repair will be made. Soft Play has contacted all known businesses/operators directly. Businesses have also been advised to communicate to customers to not use the Sky Wheel until it is inspected and, if necessary, repaired.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.