Graco Wooden Highchair Recall Issued Due to Risk of Chair Detaching

Almost 90,000 wooden highchairs have been recalled in the United States and Canada, after reports have been received of the seat portion of the toddler chairs detaching, potentially causing children to fall and suffer serious injuries.  

The Graco Classic Wood Highchairs recall was announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) October 9, after the manufacturer received at least  58 reports of the high chairs’ seats detaching from the base or becoming loose.

At least nine children suffered bumps, bruises, and scratches as a result of falls from the highchairs, with at least one Canadian child reportedly suffered a concussion.

About 86,000 Graco Classic Wood Highchairs distributed in the United States are included in the recall, along with another 3,400 sold in Canada.

The recalled highchairs have a top seat, bottom leg assembly, and a removable tray sold in three wood finishes with a beige fabric seat cover. Model numbers affected by the recall include: 3C00BPN, 3C00BPN TC, 3C00CHY, 3C00CHY TC, 3C00CPO, AND 3C00CPO TC. The model numbers are located on a label on the underside of the seat.

Graco recalled highchairs that were sold between September 2007 and December 2010, at a cost of about $130 each. The chairs were sold at various nationwide retailers, such as Babies R Us, Burlington Coat Factory, and Wal-Mart and Target online retailers.

Consumers have been advised to immediately stop using the recalled highchairs and contact Graco at (800) 345-4109 for a free repair kit. Consumers can also visit the company’s website at www.gracobaby.com.