What is the problem?
The wooden step stools can break apart or collapse under the weight of the user, posing a fall hazard.
Instance(s) of severe injuries have been reported.
How can I tell if I own this product?
The wooden step stool has two steps and comes in various colors, including natural, natural and red, white and honey. The Circo step stool has a lid on the bottom step that lifts to provide storage. The Do Your Room (DYR) step stool has a lid on the top step that lifts to provide storage. The step stools measure approximately 13" H x 13 5/8" W x 14 1/8" D. The Circo brand name or DYR brand name and UPC numbers are printed on a label found underneath the step stool. The following step stools are included in this recall:
| Step Stools With Storage | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand Name | Style Description | UPC Number | Selling Period |
| Circo | White step stool w/storage | 490970403046 or 180970208597 | June 2009-Feb 2010 Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 |
| Circo | Natural step stool w/storage | 490970403053 or 180970208610 | June 2009-Feb 2010 Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 |
| Circo | Natural & red step stool w/storage | 490970403060 or 180970208665 | June 2009-Feb 2010 Feb. 2010-Oct 2010 |
| Do Your Room (DYR) | Natural step stool w/storage | 097168014338 | Jan. 2007-Aug. 2009 |
| Do Your Room (DYR) | Honey step stool w/storage | 390970402622 | Jan. 2007-Aug. 2009 |
These items were sold new+ at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from January 2007 through October 2010 for between $25 and $30.
The CPSC provides the following remedy information:
Consumers should immediately stop using the step stools and return them to any Target store to receive a full refund.
For additional information, contact Target at (800)440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.target.com
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