Clark Associates Recalls Nearly 160,000 Restaurant Chairs and Barstools

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Clark Associates is voluntarily recalling nearly 160,000 of its restaurant chairs and barstools after receiving multiple reports of the chair legs breaking, causing falls and injuries. The recall impacts specific models of "Lancaster Table & Seating Powder-Coated Aluminum Outdoor Chairs and Barstools" sold nationwide between April 2020 and October 2025.

Why it matters

This recall highlights the importance of product safety, especially for commercial furniture used in high-traffic public settings like restaurants. Faulty equipment that poses a fall risk can lead to serious injuries and liability issues for businesses. The recall also underscores the need for rigorous quality control and testing of products before they are made available to consumers.

The details

The recall affects 158,000 chairs and barstools across several models, including arm chairs, armless side chairs, and barstools. The chair legs can bend or break while in use, posing a fall hazard. There have been 36 reports of broken or bent chair legs, resulting in 4 falls and 3 injuries, though the extent of the injuries was not specified. The chairs were sold in a variety of colors through Clark Pro, Clark National Accounts, and the Webstaurantstore.com website for $55 to $133 each.

• The chairs were sold nationwide between April 2020 and October 2025.

What’s next

Customers will need to provide their name, address, contact information, order number and other details to receive a full refund. They must also write "RECALLED" in permanent marker or paint in a visible location and dispose of the chair or barstool using their local waste handler.