Recalls Portable Folding Stadium Seats Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Summary

Name of Product: AMX Global Portable Folding Stadium Seats

Hazard: The recalled stadium seats have bleacher security hooks that can crack and break, posing fall and injury hazards to consumers.

Remedy: Refund

 

 

Details

This recall involves the AMX Global Portable Folding Stadium Seat sold under the BJ’s Wholesale or Black Sierra brand. The BJ’s units have the “Berkley Jensen” logo on the back top side. The Black Sierra units have a Black Sierra Equipment logo on the top, right front side. The stadium seats fold down to a compact size of about 4 inches by 20 inches by 19 inches from the open size of 16 inches by 20 inches by 19 inches. They have a padded handle and shoulder strap. Recalled Berkley Jensen seats have the date code 04/2022 on the white tag on the bottom of the seat. Recalled Black Sierra Equipment seats have the date codes 05/2022 or 11/2022 on the white tag on the bottom of the seat .as pictured below. Only those date codes are included in this recall.

Incidents/Injuries: AMX Global has received five reports of the security hook breaking, including two reports of falls, one injury included bruising, headaches and a pinched nerve.

Sold at: BJ’s Wholesale Club and Big 5 Corp stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com from July 2022 through January 2024 for between $30 and $50

Importer: AMX Global Inc., of Rochester Hills, Michigan

Manufactured in: China

 

Prepare Proof of Product Disposal:

STOP: Please carefully review the date stamp on your product before destruction. If your product is stamped with 04/22, 05/22, or 11/22, your product is part of the recall, and you may proceed as per below.

  • Safely cut the seat and backrest of the stadium seat in half.
  • Take two clear photos as follows:
    1. First photo: Clearly display the cut seat and backrest, showing the product has been rendered unusable. Include a piece of paper with the current date and your initials (both must be legible and prominently visible). Refer to the example picture.
    2. Second photo: Show the white label located under the seat, including the manufacturer date. This confirms the seat is part of the recall batch.
  • Ensure both photos are well-lit, with all required details clearly visible.
  • Upload Photos to the Recall Form:

    • Upload both required photos to the recall form:
      1. The photo of the cut seat and backrest, including the date and your initials.
      2. The photo of the white label under the seat showing the manufacturer date.
    • Ensure both photos are clear and all required details are easily visible.

     

Please keep your destroyed stadium seat until you receive a confirmation email approving your submitted photos. Confirmation should arrive within 48 hours.

FAQ

Why is the stadium seat being recalled?

The recalled stadium seats have bleacher security hooks that can crack and break, posing fall and injury hazards to consumers.

How do I know if my stadium seat is part of the recall?

There is a date code listed on the product tag. If this date reads 04/22, 05/22, or 11/22, your product is part of the recall.

What should I do if my seat is included in the recall?

To complete the recall process, customers must follow these steps:

  1. Fill Out the Recall Form:
    1. Go to the recall website.
    2. Locate and complete the online recall form with the following details:
      1. Name
      2. Email address
      3. Phone number
      4. Mailing address (for refund check delivery)
      5. Date of Delivery (if available)
      6. Where did you purchase the stadium seat
      7. Date of purchase
  2. Prepare Proof of Product Disposal
    1. Safely cut the seat and backrest of the stadium seat in half.

    2. Take two clear photos as follows:

      1. First photo: Clearly display the cut seat and backrest, showing the product has been rendered unusable. Include a piece of paper with the current date and your initials (both must be legible and prominently visible). Refer to the example picture.

      2. Second photo: Show the white label located under the seat, including the manufacturer date. This confirms the seat is part of the recall batch.
        Ensure both photos are well-lit, with all required details clearly visible.

  3. Upload Photos to the Recall Form:

    1. Upload both required photos to the recall form:

      1. The photo of the cut seat and backrest, including the date and your initials.

      2. The photo of the white label under the seat showing the manufacturer date.

    2. Ensure both photos are clear and all required details are easily visible.
  1. Submit the Form:
    1. Review the form to ensure all fields are correctly completed and the photo is attached.
    2. Click the “Submit” button to send the form and evidence to AMX Global.
  2. Confirmation:
    1. After submitting the form, customers will receive an email confirmation from AMX Global.
  3. Refund Processing:
    1. Refund checks will be mailed to the address provided on the form.
    2. Ensure the mailing address is accurate to avoid delays.

Will I receive a replacement or a refund?

You will receive a refund for the purchase price of your stadium seat.

How long will it take to receive a refund?

Refunds will be issued within 90 days of submission.

My seat looks fine, can I keep using it?

No. Stop all usage of the stadium seat immediately.

Do I need to return my seat to receive a refund?

You are not required to return the stadium seat; however, you must provide proof of its destruction.

What if I no longer have proof of purchase?

Proof of purchase is not required for a refund.

Who can I contact for more information?

Please contact… support@stadiumseatrecall.com or call 888 439 5139 here for additional information.

Contact Information
AMX Global at 888-439-5139
9am-4:3pm Monday through Friday
or
email at Support@stadiumseatrecall.com 

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