30,000 Restaurant High Chairs Recalled Due To Fall Hazard

Clark Associates, a well-known company in the food service industry, has issued a recall for nearly 30,000 plastic restaurant high chairs. This recall follows reports of children falling out of these high chairs due to the front T-bar either coming loose or breaking off. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) posted a notice detailing the recall and the associated risks. Parents, guardians, and restaurant owners are urged to take immediate action to prevent any further incidents or injuries.

Which Chairs Have Been Recalled?

The recall specifically targets 12 distinct models of Lancaster Table & Seating Standard Height Plastic Restaurant High Chairs. These high chairs were available in various colors and could be purchased pre-assembled or ready-to-assemble. Additionally, some models came with wheels for easier mobility while others did not. To assist consumers in identifying the affected models, the CPSC has made available a list of the 12 item numbers on its website. These item numbers can also be found on the warning label positioned on the back of the high chair seat.

In total, approximately 27,140 units of the recalled high chairs were sold in the United States, with an additional 69 units distributed in Canada. The high chairs were available for purchase at The Restaurant Store locations across the nation and online via several platforms, including www.therestaurantstore.com, www.webstaurantstore.com, www.clarkfoodserviceequipment.biz, www.quicksupply.com, and www.hometownprovisions.net. These sales transpired over a nearly decade-long period from June 2014 through January 2024, with prices ranging from $65 to $135.

Nine Malfunctions Were Reported

The decision to recall these high chairs comes after Clark Associates received nine separate reports concerning the malfunction of the front T-bar on the high chairs. This critical component is supposed to help secure the child in the seat. Among the reported cases, there were two instances of injury. One report detailed a child falling out of the high chair, resulting in minor scrapes and bruises. While the injuries reported thus far have been relatively minor, the potential for more severe harm necessitated urgent corrective measures.

In light of the recall, Clark Associates has advised consumers to immediately cease the use of these high chairs. To ensure safety, the company is offering a full refund for the affected products. Consumers are instructed to register their recalled high chair online at the specified recall webpage: lancastertableandseating.com/recalls/plastic-high-chairs-recall. Following the registration for a refund, consumers are also advised to dispose of the faulty high chair in compliance with local and state recycling laws to ensure they are not used again by others.

How to Check For Faulty High Chairs

For consumers who may have purchased these high chairs, prompt action is necessary to ensure the safety of the children who would use them. Parents and guardians should double-check the model and item numbers on their high chairs against the list provided by the CPSC to confirm whether their product is affected by the recall. Handling the recall process promptly will not only guarantee a refund but also mitigate the risk of injury.

Consumers who have questions or need further assistance with the recall process can contact Clark Associates directly. This situation serves as a timely reminder to all manufacturers of child-related products to continuously review and ensure the safety and reliability of their offerings in the market.