CPSC Recall in 2018: Metal Playground Climbers Recalled by BCI Burke Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)

Updated on January 18, 2026.

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Data Source: CPSC.

Recall Number: 19-703

Date: October 04, 2018

Product Name: Merge playground climbers

Recall Description:

This recall involves the Burke Merge Metal Climbers. These climbers are used on play equipment as an attachment that allows children to climb up and access the play structure. The metal climbers were sold in many color combinations with small geometric shaped openings with a platform and two welded handgrips at the top.  “Burke” is printed on identification labels that are placed on the exterior of the entire play structure.

Hazard Description:

The two welded handgrip locations at the top of the climbers can be too large creating a strangulation hazard. A child’s body could become lodged in these openings, posing a strangulation hazard.

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Repair

Units: About 200

Incidents:

None reported

Sold At:

BCI Burke Company and its distributors to public and private organizations including schools, public parks, and home owners associations nationwide from November 2015 through March 2018 for $1,400.

Manufactured In:

United States