Playworld Systems Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard Caused by Defective Clevises
Source: CPSC Recall #08568
Recall Date
2008-05-06
Manufacturer
Playworld Systems Inc., of Lewisburg, Pa.
Units Affected
About 17,300
Products Involved
Playground Swing Sets
Hazard
The clevis bearing on the swing set can wear, causing the swing to detach and the user to fall.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately remove the swing from the swing set until a free repair kit is installed. The company has sent direct mail notices to consumers.
Reported Injuries
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold At
Authorized dealers sold the swing sets to day care centers and children's learning centers nationwide from January 2007 through February 2008 for about between $770 and $3,100.
Manufactured In
United States
Full Recall Description
Swing sets involved in this recall have the following part numbers: 8 ft 2-Unit Standard Swing 0248 5 in Arch Swing w-8 ft Top Rail 0287 8 ft Standard Duty Swing Add-A-Bay 0230 5 in Arch Swing 2-Unit Add-A-Bay 0370 10 ft 2-Unit Standard Swing 0249 3-1/2 in Arch Swing w-8 ft Top Rail 0288 10 ft Standard Duty Swing Add-A-Bay 0231 3-1/2 in Arch Swing Add-A-Bay 0375 8 ft 2-Unit Heavy Duty Swing 0270 2-3/8 in Arch Swing w-7 ft Top Rail 0120 8 ft heavy duty swing add-a-bay 0232 2-3/8 in Arch Swing Add-A-Bay 0121 10 ft 2-Unit Heavy Duty Swing 0259 7 ft Early Childhood T-Swing 0290 10 ft Heavy Duty Swing Add-A- Bay 0233 8 ft Single Post Swing Assembly 0295 8 ft Single Post Swing Add-A- Bay 0296
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