Recall Summary
Name of product: “Rocky” model swivel chairs
Hazard: The screws connecting the seat and back to the base of the chair can detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Steelcase at 800-210-5109 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.steelcase.com and click on “Rocky Chair Recall” for more information. Consumers can also email Steelcase at retrofits@steelcase.com.
Report an Incident Involving this Product
Recall Details: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair.
Units: About 17,000
Description: This recall involves 12 models of Steelcase “Rocky” style swivel chairs manufactured between 2005 and 2015. The molded polypropylene chairs were sold in black and white with the option of an upholstered seat and back, seat only or no upholstery. The chairs have a foldable seat, molded-in arms and either a four-star wheel base or a five-star wheel base. Model numbers can be found on the underside of the seat.
Model Number
Style
112101
Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat
112201S
Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat
112201
Four-star Nesting Upholstered Seat and Back
112301
Five-star Non-Upholstered
112401S
Five-star Upholstered Back
112401
Five-star Upholstered Seat and Back
112301ST
Five-star Stool Non-Upholstered
112401SST
Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat
112401ST
Five-star Stool Upholstered Seat and Back
112301J
Jury Base Non-Upholstered
112401SJ
Jury Base Upholstered Seat
112401J
Jury Base Upholstered Seat and Back
Incidents/Injuries
The firm has received 311 reports of incidents, including one report of an injury.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Steelcase to arrange for a free repair.
Sold at: Steelcase independently owned dealers nationwide from August 2005 to June 2015 for between $500 and $1,550.
Manufactured in the United States from 2005 to 2011; Mexico from 2011-2015