CPSC and S.I.T. Announce Recall of Plastic Stack Chairs
Source: CPSC Recall #03051
Recall Date
2002-12-11
Manufacturer
S.I.T. Inc., of Quincy, Mass.
Units Affected
About 80,000
Products Involved
Plastic Stack Chairs
Hazard
The chairs can collapse during use, causing the consumer to suffer injuries from falls.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these plastic chairs immediately and contact S.I.T. to receive a refund.
Reported Injuries
S.I.T. has received two reports of the chairs collapsing. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Drug stores sold the plastic stack chairs nationwide, from April 2000 through September 2002, for between $4 and $6.
Manufactured In
Italy
Full Recall Description
This recall involves "Cometa" green and white plastic stack chairs. UPC numbers 0-82294-319754 (white) and 0-82294-319785 (green) are located on a label on the front of the chair. "Made in Italy" and "Not Recommended for Use on Polished or Smooth Surfaces" are also printed on the label.
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.
For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.
Last verified: 2026-03-28