QVC Recalls Tomato Planters Due to Collapse Hazard

Active Recall Announced June 4, 2008 CPSC #08578

Quick answer

QVC Recalls Tomato Planters Due to Collapse Hazard is CPSC recall #08578, announced on June 4, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Topsy-Turvy Deluxe Tomato Planter with Stand (Item Numbers M16702 and M17499) is an upright planter used for growing tomatoes, peppers, or cucumbers. The planter consists of a 16" X 15" bag which holds up to 30 pounds of soil and is attached to the top of a 6-foot-tall adjustable pole. Three legs are inserted into the pole to form a 36-inch-wide base. The remedy is consumers who have already set up the planter should immediately take it down by having two adults carefully tip it over on its side. consumers who purchased the planter through a qvc television program or qvc.com were mailed instructions on obtaining a refund. consumers who have not received instructions should contact qvc. consumers who purchased the planter at a qvc store should return the planter to any qvc store to receive a full refund.. Affected brands: All-Star Marketing, QVC.

Hazard

The Topsy-Turvy Deluxe Tomato Planter with Stand (Item Numbers M16702 and M17499) is an upright planter used for growing tomatoes, peppers, or cucumbers. The planter consists of a 16" X 15" bag which holds up to 30 pounds of soil and is attached to the top of a 6-foot-tall adjustable pole. Three legs are inserted into the pole to form a 36-inch-wide base.

Affected products

Topsy-Turvy Deluxe Tomato Planters with Stand

Recalled brands

All-Star Marketing, QVC

Remedy

Consumers who have already set up the planter should immediately take it down by having two adults carefully tip it over on its side. Consumers who purchased the planter through a QVC television program or QVC.com were mailed instructions on obtaining a refund. Consumers who have not received instructions should contact QVC. Consumers who purchased the planter at a QVC store should return the planter to any QVC store to receive a full refund.

Recall date

June 4, 2008

Categories

Planting/Gardening Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #08578?

CPSC recall #08578 covers QVC Recalls Tomato Planters Due to Collapse Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on June 4, 2008. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The Topsy-Turvy Deluxe Tomato Planter with Stand (Item Numbers M16702 and M17499) is an upright planter used for growing tomatoes, peppers, or cucumbers. The planter consists of a 16" X 15" bag which holds up to 30 pounds of soil and is attached to the top of a 6-foot-tall adjustable pole. Three legs are inserted into the pole to form a 36-inch-wide base.

What is the remedy for recall #08578?

The CPSC remedy for recall #08578 is consumers who have already set up the planter should immediately take it down by having two adults carefully tip it over on its side. consumers who purchased the planter through a qvc television program or qvc.com were mailed instructions on obtaining a refund. consumers who have not received instructions should contact qvc. consumers who purchased the planter at a qvc store should return the planter to any qvc store to receive a full refund.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell QVC Recalls Tomato Planters Due to Collapse Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2008/QVC-Recalls-Tomato-Planters-Due-to-Collapse-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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