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Trampolines Recalled by Sportspower Limited Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

Recalled May 9, 2012 · CPSC recall 12172 · Sportspower Limited

Hazard

The netting surrounding these trampolines can break, allowing children to fall through the netting and be injured.

Remedy

Replace

Units

About 92,000

Incidents / injuries

Sportspower has received 17 reports of the net breaking, resulting in 11 injuries including broken bones, back and neck injuries, and contusions.

Description

The recall involves the Sportspower BouncePro 14' Trampolines with brown mesh netting. UPC codes 68706404210, and 68706404244 are printed on the trampoline box. "Sportspower BouncePro 14" and "TR-14-63-A" are printed on a plate on the leg of the trampoline frame. The trampolines are surrounded by brown netting measuring about 6 feet high on the perimeter of the trampoline. The netting is designed to contain individuals bouncing on the trampoline.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the trampolines immediately and contact Sportspower to receive replacement black netting for the trampoline.

Contact

For additional information, contact Sportspower's customer service hotline toll-free at (888) 965-0565 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at http://www.sportspowerltd.net/recall-bouncepro-14ft.html, or send an e-mail to Sportspower at [email protected]

Product

Sportspower BouncePro 14' Trampolines

Manufacturer(s)

Sportspower Limited, of Hong Kong, China

Imported by

Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.

Retailers

Walmart stores nationwide from February 2009 through February 2012 for about $275.

Made in

China

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