Herman Miller Recalls Fiberglass Rocking Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Source: CPSC Recall #18010
Recall Date
2017-10-17
Manufacturer
Herman Miller, Inc., Zeeland, Mich.
Units Affected
About 1,600 (in addition, about 190 were sold in Canada)
Products Involved
Eames fiberglass rockers
Hazard
The rocker's base can separate from the seat, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rockers and contact Herman Miller to return the product free of cost for a full refund.
Reported Injuries
Herman Miller has received nine reports of consumers falling, including six resulting in injuries that included bumps and cuts.
Sold At
Herman Miller, Design Within Reach and Herman Miller's authorized retailers and dealers nationwide and online at http://store.hermanmiller.com and www.dwr.com from May 2013 through September 2017 for about $650 (non-upholstered) and $890 (upholstered).
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
This recall involves Herman Miller's Eames-branded molded fiberglass armchair rockers with model numbers beginning with RFAR. The rockers were sold in multiple shell colors and frame finishes, and with or without upholstery. The upholstered rockers measure about 25.25 by 25.5 by 27 inches and the non-upholstered about 25 by 25.5 by 27 inches. Recalled rockers were manufactured from May 1, 2013 through September 8, 2017. The manufacture date in MM/DD/YYYY format and the model number are printed on a label located on the underside of the seat. The Herman Miller, the Eames Office and the Eames signature logos are molded into the underside of the seat
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