Steelcase Recalls Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 16-074 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- January 14, 2016
- Brand
- Steelcase
- Category
- Furniture and home
- Products
- Rocky model swivel chairs
- Hazard
- Fall Hazard
- Hazard type
- Falls and tip-overs
- Remedy
- Repair
- Units
- About 17,000
- Made in
- United States, Mexico
- Last updated by CPSC
- January 14, 2016
What was recalled
This recall involves 12 models of Steelcase "Rocky" style swivel chairs manufactured between 2005 and 2015. The molded polypropylene chairs were sold in black and white with the option of an upholstered seat and back, seat only or no upholstery. The chairs have a foldable seat, molded-in arms and either a four-star wheel base or a five-star wheel base. Model numbers can be found on the underside of the seat. Model Number Style 112101 Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat 112201S Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat 112201 Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat and Back 112301 Five-star Non-Upholstered 112401S Five-star Upholstered Back 112401 Five-star Upholstered Seat and Back 112301ST Five-star Stool Non-Upholstered 112401SST Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat 112401ST Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat and Back 112301J Jury Base Non-Upholstered 112401SJ Jury Base Upholstered Seat 112401J Jury Base Upholstered Seat and Back
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Rocky model swivel chairs · About 17,000 units
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Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Steelcase independently owned dealers nationwide from August 2005 to June 2015 for between $500 and $1,550.; Steelcase Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received 311 reports of incidents, including one report of an injury.
Consumer contact
Steelcase at 800-210-5109 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.steelcase.com and click on “Rocky Chair Recall” for more information. Consumers can also email Steelcase at retrofits@steelcase.com.
Recall history and context
Steelcase appears in 3 CPSC recalls on record. See all Steelcase recalls.
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?
Rocky model swivel chairs (About 17,000 units). This recall involves 12 models of Steelcase "Rocky" style swivel chairs manufactured between 2005 and 2015.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Fall Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall data, shown as published and last updated by CPSC on January 14, 2016. 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.