CPSC recall 19703
Merge playground climbers
- CPSC
- unknown
- Published 2018-10-04
On 2018-10-04 the CPSC announced a recall of Merge playground climbers by Bci Burke, citing 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 stran….
| Agency | CPSC |
|---|---|
| Recall number | 19703 |
| Classification | Not classified |
| Status | unknown |
| Initiated | 2018-10-04 |
| Published | 2018-10-04 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC |
| Company | Bci Burke |
| Distribution | US |
Product
Merge playground climbers | 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.
Reason
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.
Status history
No status changes recorded since RecallRadar first saw this recall on 2026-09-13 11:58 UTC. Current status: unknown.
Source
Official record: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Metal-Playground-Climbers-Recalled-by-BCI-Burke-Due-to-Strangulation-Hazard-Recall-Alert
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