Name of Product: Northern Tool + Equipment Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests
Hazard: The welded connection point between the seat base and the stool post can break, presenting a fall hazard.
Remedy: Replace
Recall Date: January 16, 2025
Units: About 51,770 (In addition, 34 sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves Northern Tool + Equipment Adjustable Swivel Shop Stools with Backrests. The “NT” logo is on the seat of the recalled shop stool. “Model No. 20230” and “Intradin Co., Ltd.” are printed on separate labels located underneath the stool’s seat. Only stools manufactured by Intradin Co. Ltd. are included in this recall.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stools and contact Northern Tool + Equipment to receive a free replacement stool by completing the form at https://www.northerntool.com/recall-details-20230. The stool should be disposed of in accordance with any local and state laws.
Incidents/Injuries: Northern Tool + Equipment has received reports of 271 incidents related to the recalled stools, including 18 reports of injuries from falls, and 20 reports of falls without injury.
Sold At: Northern Tool + Equipment stores nationwide and online at NorthernTool.com, Walmart.com, Amazon.com and Ebay.com from September 2020 through June 2023 for about $80.
Importer(s): Northern Tool + Equipment Company Inc., of Burnsville, Minnesota
Manufactured In: Vietnam, China, and Taiwan
Recall number: 25-091
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