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Rivers Edge Recalls Hunters Tree Stands due to Fall Hazard

Recall 13-018 · October 24, 2012 · Rivers Edge

What to doConsumers should immediately stop using recalled tree stands and contact Rivers Edge Tree Stands Inc. to receive a free replacement snap-hook assembly.

Read the official CPSC notice

Recall at a glance

Recall number
13-018 (CPSC)
Recall date
October 24, 2012
Brand
Rivers Edge
Category
Furniture and home
Products
Tree Stands for Hunters
Hazard
Fall Hazard
Hazard type
Falls and tip-overs
Remedy
Replace
Units
About 14,000
Made in
China
Last updated by CPSC
January 20, 2015

What was recalled

The recalled products are Rivers Edge® Big Foot, Lite Foot and Baby Big Foot tree stands. The tree stands are used for bow and rifle hunting. They are made of metal with a dark gray finish and have black nylon straps with white stitching. The seats are camouflage and black and feature a yellow Rivers Edge logo on the top. The snap-hook assembly is used to attach the stand to trees or poles. Recalled models have the date "2012" on the round ID tag located on the crossbar beneath the seat and do not have an orange dot and an "X" stamped on the snap-hook. The following models are being recalled: Model Name Model Number Big Foot RE500 Big Foot XL RE501 Lite Foot RE503 Baby Big Foot RE504 Big Foot with Footrest RE506 Big Foot XL with Footrest RE507 Big Foot XL with Fast Sticks RE510 Big Foot XL Lounger RE511 Model numbers are located on a black sticker on the seat post just below the seat and on the product packaging.

Is my product affected?

Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.

  • Tree Stands for Hunters · About 14,000 units

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Where it was sold

Companies named in the notice: Blain's Farm and Fleet, Gander Mountain, Mills Fleet Farm, Orscheln - Farm and Home, Rogers Sporting Goods, Scheels All Sports and other sporting goods stores nationwide from May 1, 2012 to September 1, 2012 for between $39 and $120.; Rivers Edge Tree Stands Inc., of Cumberland, Wis..

Injuries or incidents reported

Rivers Edge has received three reports of incidents of snap-hook assemblies failing; one included minor injuries of bumps, bruises and soreness and one included a broken toe and lacerated hand.

Consumer contact

Rivers Edge; toll-free at (866) 527-9690 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or at www.riversedgesafetyrecall.com for more information.

Recall history and context

Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 294 recalls in the furniture and home category, 93 recalls of them in the past 12 months.

Frequently asked questions

What was recalled?

Tree Stands for Hunters (About 14,000 units). The recalled products are Rivers Edge® Big Foot, Lite Foot and Baby Big Foot tree stands.

Why was it recalled?

CPSC lists the reason as: Fall Hazard.

What should I do if I own one?

Consumers should immediately stop using recalled tree stands and contact Rivers Edge Tree Stands Inc. to receive a free replacement snap-hook assembly.

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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 20, 2015. 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.