October 30. 2007

Target Recalls Home Patio Sets

Name of Product: Home Patio Sets

Units: About 40,000

Importer: Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.

Hazard: The chair can collapse when weight is applied to the front end of the arm rests, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Description: This recall involves six-piece home patio sets sold exclusively at Target. The set consists of a table, an umbrella, and four chairs. The chairs and the umbrella have a black aluminum frame covered with a beige fabric.

Sold exclusively at: Target stores nationwide and on its Web site from November 2006 through July 2007 for about $130.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled patio sets immediately and return the entire six-piece set to any Target store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.target.com/b/ref=br_bx_0/602-8530099-4575829?ie=UTF8&node=1041388