November
20, 2003
Planet 3 Announces Recall of Television Stands Sold at
Circuit City
Name
of Product: Television
Stands sold at Circuit City
Units:
3,500
Manufacturer:
Planet 3,
of Deerfield, Ill.
Hazard:
The
television stand can tip over when a television is placed on it, possibly
causing injuries to nearby consumers or death to young children.
Description: These are "Cherry Bentwood"
model television stands. The three-tier stands are made from mahogany wood and
have curved glass ends. They are 30 inches high and 45 inches wide, and sold
for use with televisions up to 36 inches in diameter. Model number PTT 22018 is
written on the packaging and instructions. There is no writing on the stands
themselves.
Sold
At: Circuit
City stores nationwide from July 2003 through September 2003 for about $250.
Manufactured
In: China.
Remedy:
Consumers
should remove televisions from these stands immediately and return the stands
to Circuit City for a refund.
Consumer Contact: Contact Planet 3 toll-free at (888) 616-5700 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m CT Monday through Friday.