Shadescapes Recalls Pool and Patio Umbrellas Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recalled October 25, 2018 · CPSC recall 19708 · Shadescapes

Hazard

The umbrella arm can break while in use, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy

Replace

Units

About 200

Incidents / injuries

ShadeScapes has received 21 reports of the umbrellas breaking. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Umbrosa Evolution pool and patio umbrellas with the Evolution flexible arm/holder. The recalled umbrellas were sold in a variety of colors. "Umbrosa" is printed on the arm/holder.

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled umbrellas and contact ShadeScapes to receive a free replacement umbrella arm/holder. ShadeScapes is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Contact

ShadeScapes toll-free at 888-770-7157 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at http://shadescapesamericas.com/products/umbrosa-evolution/ and click on “Important Safety Information” for more information.

Product

Umbrosa Evolution pool and patio umbrellas

Manufacturer(s)

Umbrosa, of Belgium

Imported by

ShadeScapes Americas, of Hotchkiss, Colo.

Distributed by

ShadeScapes Americas, of Hotchkiss, Colo.

Retailers

ShadeScapes showroom in Hotchkiss, Colorado and through ShadeScapes dealers and other design professionals from March 2016 through June 2018 for between $1,800 and $7,600.

Made in

Belgium

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →