Amazon Recalls Office Chairs

Amazon's recall of office chairs involves two major incidents, concerning the Amazon Basics executive office chairs and the work chairs sold by Veyer, both due to safety hazards.

Recall of Amazon Basics Executive Office Chairs
This recall involves approximately 11,400 units, with the reason being that the bottom of the chair legs may break, posing a risk of falls or injuries to users. The recalled products are sold in black, brown, and white colors, equipped with wheels and padded armrests, and feature adjustable seat height and backrest tilt. Only chairs with black plastic pieces at the bottom of the wheels are included in the recall. The product was sold on Amazon's US site from September 2021 to April 2022, with prices ranging from $103 to $170. Risk reports indicate that Amazon has received 13 reports of chair leg bases breaking, including one case resulting in a minor shoulder injury to a user; Canada has received 42 reports of product breakage, including two falls without injuries. The recall requires purchasers to immediately discontinue use of the product and contact the official channels for instructions on obtaining a full refund.

Recall of Work Chairs Sold by Veyer
This recall involves approximately 64,000 units, with the reason being that the bolts connecting the backrest and the chair legs may loosen, posing a fall hazard. The recalled products were sold from October 2021 to September 2024 through channels including Office Depot and Office Max stores in the US, as well as websites such as Amazon, Walmart, and eBay. Risk reports indicate that Veyer has received seven reports of consumers falling from the chairs, resulting in two minor injuries. This recall does not explicitly mention specific refund or compensation measures, but consumers should immediately discontinue use and contact the seller or manufacturer for further guidance.

Consumer Response Recommendations
If you have purchased office chairs within the scope of the recall, you should immediately stop using them and contact the seller or manufacturer to follow official instructions for returns or refunds. Before using office chairs, regularly check their structural stability to avoid accidents caused by aging or loosening of components.