Merge Playground Climbers (BCI Burke) – Strangulation hazard (2018)
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According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Merge playground climbers
Brand
BCI Burke Company, of Fond du Lac, Wis.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
BCI Burke Company, of Fond du Lac, Wis. is recalling Merge playground climbers. The hazard is: The two welded handgrip locations at the top of the climbers can be too large creating a strangulati. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
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.
Reported concern (CPSC)
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.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should immediately remove these climbers from use and contact the firm for a free repair kit. BCI Burke is contacting all owners directly by mail.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026