Coleman Recalls Converta Camping Cots and Stretchers Over Finger Amputation Risk

At KBD Attorneys, we’re committed to alerting consumers to dangerous product recalls—especially when those products are marketed for recreational use by families, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts. On June 26, 2025, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a serious recall involving over 228,000 Coleman Converta camping cots and suspension stretchers due to a design flaw that poses a risk of finger laceration and even amputation.

If you or a loved one has purchased or used one of these recalled products, it’s important to understand the risks and what steps to take next. As attorneys who handle product liability and injury cases across the U.S., KBD Attorneys is here to support families impacted by defective and dangerous goods.

What’s Being Recalled?

This recall affects:

• Coleman Converta Camping Cots (Model Numbers: 2000003077, 2000020282)

• Coleman Converta Camping Suspension Stretchers (Model Number: 2000020290)

These products feature adjustable seatbacks and leg positions, tan or white fabric with the Coleman logo, and black steel frames. The model numbers are printed on a hang tag attached to the frame, which can help consumers identify whether their product is included.

The cots and stretchers were sold for $60 to $80 between January 2011 and March 2025, primarily at Walmart, Amazon, and other retailers across the U.S. and Canada.

Why Was This Recall Issued?

The core issue lies in the seatback adjustment mechanism. According to the CPSC and Coleman’s internal findings, the mechanism can unexpectedly pinch or crush consumers’ fingers during use—particularly when the backrest is adjusted into different positions.

The hazard is severe enough to result in:

• Lacerations

• Finger fractures

• Amputation injuries

As of the recall announcement, seven injury reports had been received, including two instances of fractured fingers. Given the significant volume of units sold, it’s possible more incidents have gone unreported.

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission – Coleman Camping Cot Recall, June 2025

How Are Consumers Being Affected?

Products like camping cots are often used in relaxed or even distracted settings—outdoor family trips, backyard events, or summer camps—where injuries are more likely to catch users off guard. Children or elderly users, in particular, may be especially vulnerable due to reduced hand strength or awareness of pinch points.

Unlike a product that fails in a medical or industrial setting, these incidents may happen to anyone, often during routine or recreational use.

Coleman has stated that consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and contact the company for a free repair kit that includes safer replacement parts and installation instructions. However, for many consumers, this action may come too late—especially those already injured.

Why This Matters

Even a seemingly minor design flaw—like an exposed pinch point—can lead to life-altering injuries. Fingers are highly vascular, complex parts of the body, and crushing injuries often result in:

• Nerve damage

• Permanent mobility loss

• Disfigurement

• Ongoing pain and therapy needs

For victims—especially children—these injuries can have long-lasting emotional and physical consequences.

Legal Implications: When Can You Sue for a Defective Product?

Manufacturers like Newell Brands, the parent company of The Coleman Company, have a legal obligation to ensure their products are safe when used as intended. When they fail to meet that obligation, they may be held strictly liable under product liability law.

There are three types of product defects recognized in legal claims:

1. Design Defects – When the product is inherently dangerous due to how it was designed.

2. Manufacturing Defects – When a mistake occurs during production.

3. Failure to Warn – When the company does not provide adequate instructions or warnings about risks.

In this case, Coleman appears to be facing allegations of a design defect, as the injury reports stem from normal use of the product as intended. Victims of product-related injuries may be eligible to pursue:

• Medical expenses

• Lost income (if unable to work)

• Pain and suffering

• Long-term disability compensation

• Product liability settlements or jury verdicts

How KBD Attorneys Helps Victims of Defective Products

KBD Attorneys is currently investigating claims involving Coleman’s Converta camping cot recall, along with other injuries caused by defective outdoor, recreational, and household products. We work closely with:

• Product safety engineers

• Medical professionals

• Consumer protection advocates

• Expert witnesses

…to investigate how a product failed and what damage it caused. Our goal is to hold companies accountable and help consumers recover the financial and emotional support they deserve.

We also actively track CPSC recall notices, including products sold on Amazon, Walmart, and other major platforms. That allows us to notify clients early, so they can take precautions before injuries occur—or get legal advice quickly if something has already gone wrong.

What to Do If You Own a Recalled Coleman Cot

If you or someone in your family owns one of the recalled camping cots or stretchers:

1. Stop using the product immediately.

2. Locate the model number on the tag attached to the cot frame to confirm it’s part of the recall.

3. Contact The Coleman Company for a free repair kit:

   • Call Coleman customer service or visit their website for instructions.

4. Preserve the product if you or a loved one was injured—don’t discard it. It may serve as important evidence in a potential legal case.

5. Document injuries with photos and medical reports.

6. Reach out to KBD Attorneys to discuss your options.

Why Product Recalls Continue to Happen

Unfortunately, product recalls remain all too common. Whether due to cost-cutting measures, rushed manufacturing, or poor quality control, major companies like Coleman continue to release products that pose avoidable risks to families. At KBD, we believe this is unacceptable.

From baby swings and high chairs to power tools and outdoor gear, our firm has helped families seek justice when unsafe designs result in serious harm. We believe holding manufacturers accountable not only supports victims—it creates safer products for everyone.

Contact KBD Attorneys Today

If you or someone you love was injured by a recalled Coleman camping cot or any other defective product, don’t wait. Time limits apply to personal injury claims, and early investigation makes a big difference.

Contact us for a free consultation.

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