CPSC, Playworld Systems Inc. Announce Recall to Repair Swing Sets
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 04-563 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- July 12, 2004
- Brand
- Playworld Systems
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- Arch Swing and Arch Swing Add-A-Bay
- Hazard
- Falls and tip-overs hazard
- Hazard type
- Falls and tip-overs
- Units
- About 1,500
- Made in
- United States
- Last updated by CPSC
- April 15, 2025
What was recalled
The 2-3/8" Arch Swing Model # 0289 and the 2-3/8" Arch Swing Add-A-Bay Model # 0380 have arched metal side supports and a welded top rail that supports two swings. The swing sets are made from 2-3/8" steel tubing and come in a variety of solid colors.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Arch Swing and Arch Swing Add-A-Bay · About 1,500 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Sales representatives sold the swing sets directly to day care centers and children's learning centers or playgrounds nationwide, from February 1998 through May 2004. The Arch Swing Add-A-Bay sold for $488, while the Arch Swing sold for $653.; Playworld Systems Inc., of Lewisburg, Pa..
Injuries or incidents reported
Playworld has received one report of the top rail detaching, resulting in two injuries. One child bruised his knee while the second child bruised his shoulder.
Consumer contact
Contact Playworld Systems toll-free at (800) 233-8404 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.playworldsystems.com
Recall history and context
Playworld Systems appears in 5 CPSC recalls on record. See all Playworld Systems recalls.
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 451 recalls in the sports, bikes and outdoor category, 74 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Arch Swing and Arch Swing Add-A-Bay (About 1,500 units). The 2-3/8" Arch Swing Model # 0289 and the 2-3/8" Arch Swing Add-A-Bay Model # 0380 have arched metal side supports and a welded top rail that supports two swings.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Falls and tip-overs hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
The swing set seats should immediately be removed from the swing set until a repair kit is installed. The firm will contact the owner directly by mail and provide a repair kit.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on April 15, 2025. Details can change; the official notice is the authority. If your product may be recalled, stop and read the notice before deciding what to do. Terms and disclaimer.