CPSC

Swing-N-Slide "Mega Rider" Swings Recalled for Fall Hazard

Recalled Swing-N-Slide "Mega Rider" Swing
Recalled Swing-N-Slide "Mega Rider" Swing

Hazard

The plastic handle on the Mega Rider swing could crack at the seat connection, allowing the metal connecting rod to pull out. If this occurs, a child on the swing could fall to the ground.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the "Mega Riders" immediately and return them to the company for a replacement product, with increased material thickness. Swing-N-Slide will provide consumers with a self-addressed box to return the product.

Consumer Contact

Consumers should contact Swing-N-Slide at (800) 888-1232 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the company's website at www.swing-n-slide.com, or write to Mega Rider Recall, Swing-N-Slide, 1212 Barberry Drive, Janesville, WI 53545.

Products

Swing-N-Slide "Mega Rider" Swings

Injuries & Incidents

Sold At

Lowe's and Home Depot stores by special order, and through Ace, DIBC, TruServ, Handy Hardware, Emery Warehouse, and Federated co-ops and buying groups nationwide, from March 2003 through October 2003, for about $90.