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CPSCRecalled May 18, 2006 · #06166

Rainbow Play Systems Recalls Swing Seats for Fall Hazard

Hazard

These swing seats can unexpectedly break in half, causing the users to fall to the ground.

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Description

The recall involves sling swing seats sold as an accessory with Carnival, Sunshine, and Rainbow Series residential play structures manufactured by Rainbow Play Systems, Inc. The seats are about 25 inches in length and were sold in red, yellow, blue and green with 64-inch yellow or green dipped chains. The seats have pointed ends with three black dots and black grommets. Printed on the seat bottom is: Warning Improper installation maintenance, vandalism, or misuse can lead to serious injury. Play structures with the sling swings contain a metal plate on the main beam with the writing, "Rainbow Play Systems Inc. 1-800-RAINBOW."

Product details

Product
Sling Swing Seats
Type
Swing Sets
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Rainbow distributors and dealers nationwide from July 2004 through February 2005 as part of Carnival, Sunshine and Rainbow Series play structures that cost between $1,500 and $2,000, or about $50 to $60 for the swing seat when purchased as a stand alone accessory.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using these sling swings and contact Rainbow Play Systems, Inc. or return them to their place of purchase for a free replacement swing. Rainbow has contacted consumers directly who purchased the recalled sling swing seats. Consumers who have already had their swing seats replaced by Rainbow are not affected by this recall.

View the official CPSC notice