Miracle Recreation Recalls Tire Swings Due to Fall Hazard

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Name of Product: Playground Tire Swings

Units: About 1,400

Manufacturer: Miracle Recreation Equipment Co., of Monett, Mo.

Hazard: The hanger clamp on the tire swing can fail causing the tire swing to detach. This poses a fall hazard to young children and risk of serious injury.

Incidents/Injuries: Miracle Recreation Equipment Co. has received three reports of injuries, including two reports of cuts requiring stitches and one report of a fractured foot.

Description: The recalled Tire Swing consists of a tire, which hangs from a swivel and three chains. The recall includes the following products and model numbers:

Kids’ Choice Arch Tire Swing Sets	Model # 714-852
Kids’ Choice Arch Tire Swing Extension	Model # 714-852-X
Kids’ Choice Arch Tire Swing Swivel Replacement	Model #278

Sold by: Authorized dealers to schools, parks and municipalities nationwide from February 1995 through March 2008 for between $570 and $2,100.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the tire swing, including the swivel, chains and tire from the hanger clamp until a free repair kit is installed. The company has sent direct mail notices to consumers.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Miracle Recreation at (800) 523-4202 ext 683, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or via e-mail at recalls@miraclerec.com, or visit the firm’s Web site www.miracle-recreation.com

Source: CPSC

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