Primal Vantage Recalls Plastic Tree Steps Due to Fall Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-98.
Product is a plastic tree step that attaches to a tree via a nylon strap and a large metal buckle. It is used to climb a tree in order to hunt from an elevated position. Models 105 and 155 both have a 12/08 date code, which is stamped on the plastic portion of the step.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-98.
Consumers should stop using the tree steps immediately. They should contact Primal Vantage for details on how to obtain a full refund. Consumers are asked not to return the product to retail stores as refunds can only be provided by Primal Vantage.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact The Product Was Sold In 2009 At Various Outdoor And Sporting Goods Retailers Nationwide As A 3-step Package In Model 105 Or As A Single Step In Model 155. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-98.
For additional information, contact Primal Vantage toll free at (866) 972-6168 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their website at www.treestandcustomerservice.com to print a return form or for further information on how to locate the date code on your tree step.
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The Product Was Sold In 2009 At Various Outdoor And Sporting Goods Retailers Nationwide As A 3-step Package In Model 105 Or As A Single Step In Model 155. Recall FAQ
The Product Was Sold In 2009 At Various Outdoor And Sporting Goods Retailers Nationwide As A 3-step Package In Model 105 Or As A Single Step In Model 155. is the subject of a consumer products recall: Primal Vantage Recalls Plastic Tree Steps Due to Fall Hazard. The notice was published on January 7, 2010 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 16,000 units are potentially affected.