August 18, 2004

American Signature Announces Recall of Dinette Chairs

Name of product: “Windsor” dinette chair

Units: About 380

Manufacturer/Importer: American Signature Inc., of Columbus, Ohio

Hazard: The stretch bar which connects to the chair’s legs can detach during normal use, causing the user to fall and suffer injuries.

Description: This recall involves “Windsor” style arm chairs. The chairs measure 40-inches high by 21-inches wide. Made of black wood, the chairs have 9 metal spindles across the rounded back.

Sold at: American Signature Home and Value City Furniture stores in the Midwest and South during the month of April 2004 for about $70 a pair.

Manufactured In: United States

Remedy: Consumers should contact the store where the chairs were purchased to arrange for a pick up of the original chair in exchange for a replacement chair.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact the store manager of their local American Signature or Value City Furniture store.