CPSC Recall in 2006: Herrington Swivel Rockers Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled for Fall Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 06-187

Date: June 12, 2006

Product Name: Herrington Swivel Rocker

Recall Description:

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), L G Sourcing Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 1,100 Herrington Swivel Rockers. The recalled swivel rockers can be assembled incorrectly, causing them to break at the base or tip over backward easily. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.Name of Product: Herrington Swivel RockerUnits: About 1,100Importer: L G Sourcing Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C.Manufacturer: Hanamint Corporation (Jiaxing), Inc., of ChinaHazard: The recalled swivel rockers can be assembled incorrectly, causing them to break at the base or tip over backward easily. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.Incidents/Injuries: LG Sourcing received nine reports of injuries including bruises and abrasions when the rocker broke or tipped over. One individual reported having a slight concussion. All of the reported injuries involved display models at Lowe's stores.Description: The rocker is part of the Herrington collection of patio furniture. The rocker is dark brown with a brown cloth seat, has a swivel base and a cut out pattern on the metal backrest. The item number, 119178, is printed on the rocker's packaging and on the assembly instructions. The rocker came in two sections, a base and a seat, and customers were required to bolt the seat to the base.Sold exclusively at: Lowe's stores nationwide from October 2005 through February 2006 for about $420 for a set of two rockers.Manufactured In: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled rockers immediately and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund.Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Lowe's stores toll-free at (866) 259-8170 anytime, or visit www.lowes.com, the Lowe's Home Centers, Inc. Web site.

Hazard Description:

The recalled swivel rockers can be assembled incorrectly, causing them to break at the base or tip over backward easily. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 1,100

Incidents:

LG Sourcing received nine reports of injuries including bruises and abrasions when the rocker broke or tipped over. One individual reported having a slight concussion. All of the reported injuries involved display models at Lowe's stores.

Sold At:

Lowe's stores nationwide from October 2005 through February 2006 for about $420 for a set of two rockers.

Manufactured In:

China