Metal Playground Climbers Recalled by BCI Burke Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)
What's being recalled
Merge playground climbers
Units: About 200
This recall involves the Burke Merge Metal Climbers. These climbers are used on play equipment as an attachment that allows children to climb up and access the play structure. The metal climbers were sold in many color combinations with small geometric shaped openings with a platform and two welded handgrips at the top. "Burke" is printed on identification labels that are placed on the exterior of the entire play structure.
The problem, in CPSC's words
The two welded handgrip locations at the top of the climbers can be too large creating a strangulation hazard. A child's body could become lodged in these openings, posing a strangulation hazard.
Incidents and injuries reported to CPSC
None reported
What CPSC says to do
Repair
Consumers should immediately remove these climbers from use and contact the firm for a free repair kit. BCI Burke is contacting all owners directly by mail.
How to contact the company
Contact BCI Burke at 800-356-2070 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at bciburke.com and click on the Climber Recall tab for more information.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall notice 19703, cpsc.gov. Text in quotes is from CPSC. Photos: CPSC.