CPSC Recall in 2012: Steelcase Inc. Recalls Desk Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 12712

Date: January 17, 2012

Product Name: Amia desk chairs

Recall Description:

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Hazard Description:

The pivot pins installed in the control mechanism under the chair seat can fall out, posing a fall hazard to the user.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 11,000

Incidents:

None reported.

Sold At:

Authorized Steelcase dealers and retail outlets including Healthy Back Store, CSN, Home Office Solutions, Office & Company and Sam Flax stores nationwide and online at www.store.steelcase.com from March 2011 through June 2011 for between $350 and $700.

Manufactured In:

United States