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CPSC, BCI Burke Announce Recall of Buckle Bridges on Series 2000 Playgrounds
Recalled August 20, 2002 · CPSC recall 02554 · BCI Burke
Hazard
The platform edge, where the bridges are attached, can crack and the bridge could potentially detach from the platform and result in injuries.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the bridges immediately and call BCI Burke to receive a retrofit kit. BCI Burke sent notices to receive a free repair to 46 known purchasers.
Units
46
Incidents / injuries
None reported.
Description
These bridges are attached to steel platforms on Series 2000 modular playgrounds. The bridges are made of hinged metal sections and connect one platform to another.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the bridges immediately and call BCI Burke to receive a retrofit kit. BCI Burke sent notices to receive a free repair to 46 known purchasers.
Contact
Consumers may call BCI Burke at (800) 266-1250 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Visit the BCI Burke website www.bciburke.com for more information.
Product
Buckle Bridges
Manufacturer(s)
BCI Burke Company, of Fond du Lac, Wis.
Retailers
BCI Burke sold the Buckle Bridges with the Series 2000 modular playgrounds nationwide, from April 2001 to June 2002, for between $2000 and $2900.
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →