Product Recall Number: 17-041
Why was Climbing treestands recalled?
A weld in the treestand’s frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard.
Product Recall Number: 17-041
Product Safety Warning Number:
Date: 2016-11-30
Product Safety Warning Date:
Name Of Product: Climbing treestands
Description: This recall involves Summit Treestands Explorer SD closed front climbing treestands used for hunting. The treestands have a metal frame, a suspended foam-padded seat in a camouflage pattern material and weighs about 20 pounds. The seat platform on the stand measures about 38 inches long by 22 inches wide and the foot platform on the stand measures 36 inches long by 20 inches wide. The recalled stand can be distinguished from other models by the size of the platform and by a bar that encircles the user and folds down flat for packing. The model also includes folding stirrups.
Hazard Description: A weld in the treestand’s frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard.
Consumer Action: None Listed
Original Product Safety Warning Announcement: None Listed
Remedy Type: Replace
Units: About 270
Incidents: None reported
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the climbing treestands and contact Summit for instructions on returning the recalled product for a free replacement.
Sold At: Sporting goods stores nationwide during August 2016 for about $360.
Importers: None Listed
Manufacturers: None Listed
Distributors: Summit Treestands LLC, of Decatur, Ala.
Manufactured In: United States
Custom Label: None Listed
Custom Field: None Listed