The FORT Recalls Children's Play Tents Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 24-006 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- October 12, 2023
- Brand
- The FORT
- Category
- Sports, bikes and outdoor
- Products
- The FORT Children's Play Tents
- Hazard
- Choking and Laceration Hazards
- Hazard type
- Choking and ingestionLaceration and cuts
- Remedy
- Dispose, No Remedy Available
- Units
- About 13,250
- Made in
- China
- Last updated by CPSC
- October 12, 2023
What was recalled
This recall involves The FORT children's play tent. The children's play tent consists of 12 cushions made of polyurethane foam in various shapes (squares, rectangles, half-moons, triangles and arches) that are covered with a durable synthetic leather fabric. The play tent was sold in 12 different colors. The play tent measures about 30 inches high and 26 inches wide when constructed.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- The FORT Children's Play Tents · About 13,250 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Online at www.getthefort.com and www.zulily.com from July 2021 through November 2022 for between $200 and $400.; Simulated Wood Grain Design LLC, d/b/a The FORT, of St. Louis, Missouri.
Injuries or incidents reported
There have been 17 reports of loose or broken magnets associated with The FORT children's play tents, resulting in laceration injuries to two adults and a pinched finger to one child.
Consumer contact
For more information, call CPSC's Hotline at 800-638-2772.
Recall history and context
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?
The FORT Children's Play Tents (About 13,250 units). This recall involves The FORT children's play tent.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Choking and Laceration Hazards.
What should I do if I own one?
CPSC urges consumers to dispose of recalled children's play tents and NOT to resell or donate them. It is a violation of federal law to sell or distribute recalled products. The firm is no longer in business, so there is no remedy for consumers.
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