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| Important Recalls |
| October 2008 |
| • Cybex International Treadmills Recalled Due to Fall
Hazard |
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| Cybex International Inc., of Medway, Mass., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 29, 2008 of about 19,000 Cybex treadmills, as the treadmills can speed up unexpectedly while in use due to a malfunction with the lower control board, thus posing a fall hazard to consumers. Cybex International has received 24 reports of incidents involving the treadmill unexpectedly increasing speed, including six reports of consumers falling. Three of those incidents resulted in minor injuries. The recall involves the (Cybex 445T, 455T, 530T, 450T, 500T, 515T, and 520T treadmill models. “Cybex” and the model number are written on the console. The recalled treadmills were sold by Cybex International and Cybex dealers nationwide from January 2001 through September 2008. Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled treadmills and contact Cybex to receive a free replacement fuse. If requested, a Cybex technician can install the fuse free of charge. Cybex is directly contacting known purchasers. For additional information, consumers can contact Cybex toll-free at 866) 897-9199( between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.Cybexintl.com. |
| • Trade Associates Group and the Crate and Barrel Recall Ghost Tealight Holders Due to Fire and Burn Hazard |
| Trade Associates Group Ltd., of Chicago, Ill. and Crate & Barrel, of Northbrook, Ill., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 29, 2008 of about 30,000 Ghost tealight holders, as they can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There have been five reports of the tealight holders igniting and one report of the holder becoming excessively hot. Two consumers suffered burns to the hand. In addition, minor property damage to furniture was reported. The recalled product is a metal tealight candle holder in the shape of ghost. The product is white with a black base. They were sold by Crate & Barrel as a set of 3 (SKU #370-846 and/or Catalog Item #X2006) and by other retailers as individual units (SKU #770123). The SKU can be located on the product’s packaging. The recalled product was made in China and sold by Crate & Barrel’s October catalog and stores, and from houseware retail stores nationwide from August 2008 to October 2008. Consumers should stop using the Ghost Tealight Holders immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information on purchases made from Crate & Barrel, consumers can contact the firm at (800) 451-8217 between 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. CT, Monday through Sunday. For items purchased elsewhere, consumers can contact Trade Associates Group toll-free at (888) 621-8350 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.tagltd.com. |
| • Coyne & Company Halloween Figurines Recalled Due to Lead
Paint Hazard |
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| Coyne’s & Company Inc., of Minneapolis, Minn., in cooperation with the
CPSC, initiated a recall on October 29, 2008, of about 14,000 Casper the
Friendly Ghost® Halloween Mini-Figurines, as the recalled figurines contain
high levels of lead in the paint. No injuries have been reported. The
recalled mini-figurines are made of resin and paper, and are three inches
tall. They were sold in mini bags decorated with a spider and web design.
Casper the Friendly Ghost® figurines are dressed as: Dracula in a red spider
bag, Skeleton in a green spider bag, Devil in a purple spider bag, Mummy in
an orange spider bag, Casper® in a blue spider bag, and Wendy the Witch® in
a yellow spider bag. The figurines are stamped with TM & ©Harvey Ent and
“Coyne’s & Company” and “CP1030” are printed on a white sticker on the
bottom of the bags. The recalled figurines were made in China and sold by
gift, specialty, card, and drug stores nationwide from June 2005 through
September 2008. Consumers should immediately take the recalled figurines
away from children and contact Coyne’s & Company to receive a full refund or
credit. For additional information, consumers can contact Coyne’s & Company
toll-free at (800) 336-8666 anytime, or visit the firm’s website at
www.coynes.com. |
| • Earth Friendly Wooden Toys Recalled Due to Choking Hazard |
| Earth Friendly LLC, of Beaverton, Ore., in cooperation with the CPSC,
initiated a recall on October 30, 2008, of about 1,000 wooden toys, as the
small parts can detach and break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
In addition, the size of the rattle handle violates voluntary rattle
standards. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves three models
of wooden toys. Moee the car, Cubby the stackable bear and the Bell rattle.
The toys are painted in glossy red, orange, green, red, black and yellow.
The recalled toys were sold by toy specialty stores in Alaska, California,
Colorado, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington from April 2008 through
September 2008. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away
from children and contact Earth Friendly to exchange or refund the product.
For additional information, consumers can contact the firm toll-free at
(888) 360-6292 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit
the firm’s website at
www.earthfriendlyllc.com/recall. |
| • Homelite Consumer Products Announces Recall to Repair
Chain Saws Due to Chain Brake Failure |
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| Homelite Consumer Products Inc., of Anderson, S.C., in cooperation with
the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 30, 2008, of about 370,000 Homelite
chain saws, as the chain brake can fail to stop the chain on its first
application, posing a risk of laceration to consumers. No injuries have been
reported. This recall involves Homelite brand chain saws with the following
model numbers: UT10514, UT10516, UT10517, UT10518, UT10520, UT10540, UT10560
and UT10918. Affected chain saws have a manufacture date between November
2007 and August 2008. Both the model number and the date of manufacture
appear on the chain saw’s data plate, located beneath the rear handle of the
saw. Products with a green “dot” sticker under the bottom side of the handle
area and on the outside of the package are not subject to this recall. The
recalled chainsaws were made in China and sold exclusively by Home Depot
stores nationwide between December 2007 and October 2008. Consumers should
immediately stop using the chain saws and contact Homelite Consumer Products
to locate the nearest authorized service center to schedule a free repair.
For additional information, consumers can contact Homelite Consumer Products
Inc. toll-free at (800) 242-4672 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.homelite.com. |
| • PC Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazard |
| Hewlett-Packard, Toshiba and Dell Notebook Computers, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 30, 2008, of about 35,000 batteries (an additional 65,000 batteries were sold worldwide), as these lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There have been 19 reports of the batteries overheating, including 17 reports of flames/fire (10 resulting in minor property damage). Two consumers experienced minor burns. The recalled batteries were included with, and sold separately for use in the following notebook computer models: |
| Computer Manufacturer | Units | Notebook Model | Battery Model |
| Hewlett-Packard | About 32,000 | HP Pavilion: dv1000, dv8000 and zd8000 Compaq Presario: v2000 and v2400 HP Compaq: nc6110, nc6120, nc6140, nc6220, nc6230, nx4800, nx4820, nx6110, nx6120, nx9600 | Recalled batteries will have a bar code label starting with A0, L0, L1 or GC |
| Toshiba | Satellite: A70/A75, P30/P5, M30X/M35X, M50/M55 Tecra: A3, A5, S2 | n/a | |
| About 150 | Latitude: 110L Inspiron: 1100, 1150, 5100, 5150, 5160 | OU091 |
The battery model is located on the battery label. They were made by Sony Energy Devices Corporation, of Japan and computers with the recalled batteries were sold directly by Hewlett-Packard, Toshiba and Dell, through computer and electronics stores nationwide, and through various Web retailers. Hewlett-Packard sold the recalled batteries from December 2004 through June 2006; Toshiba sold them from April 2005 to October 2005, and Dell shipped them between November 2004 and November 2005. Consumers should immediately remove the recalled battery from their notebook computer, and contact their computer manufacturer to determine if their battery is included in the recall. If it is, they may request a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled battery from their notebook computer, consumers may use the AC adapter to power their computer until a replacement battery arrives. Consumers should only use batteries obtained from their computer manufacturer or an authorized reseller. For additional information, consumers should contact the manufacturer of their notebook computer at:
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| • MEDport LLC Fit & Fresh ™ Mixers Recalled Due to
Laceration Hazard |
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| MEDport LLC, of Providence, R.I., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 30, 2008, of about 54,500 Fit & Fresh™ Smooth Blend Mixers, as placing the cup on or off the base of the mixer can unexpectedly turn it on, thus activating the blade. This can pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers. MEDport has received one report of finger lacerations that required medical treatment. This recall involves Fit & Fresh™ Smooth Blend Mixers with item number 770FF and model number SB-19. The white mixers have four components – a base unit, blade assembly, blending cup and cap. Fit & Fresh™ is printed on the front of the base. The recalled mixers can be identified by the date code, a four-digit number located on the bottom of the base. Date codes included in the recall are: 2707, 4407, 5207, 0308 and 0508. The recalled mixers were made in China and sold by Longs, GNC and Vitamin Shoppe stores nationwide and on
http://www.amazon.com from September 2007 through August 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the mixers and determine if their product is subject to this recall. Consumers with the recalled mixers should return the product to the place of purchase or contact MEDport LLC to arrange for a refund. For additional information, consumers can contact MEDport LLC toll-free at (800) 858-8840 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.medportllc.com. |
| • DYMO Power Adaptors sold with DYMO® Printers Recalled Due
to Burn Hazard |
| DYMO, of Stamford, Conn., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 30, 2008, of about 17,000, DYMO® LabelWriter® Power Adapters used with printers, as the power adapters can fail, causing the printer to overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers. DYMO has received 11 reports of printers overheating and emitting smoke and/or a burnt smell. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves the external power adapters sold with the following DYMO LabelWriter® 400 series printers: DYMO LabelWriter 400, DYMO LabelWriter 400 Turbo, DYMO LabelWriter Twin Turbo, DYMO LabelWriter Duo and DYMO Desktop Mailing Solution with housing date codes 2407, 2507, 2607 or 2707. The date code is printed on the plastic housing of the adapter. Power adapters with “RoHS” printed on the top right of the product label are not included in this recall. The recalled adaptors were made in China and sold by office supply stores, discount retailers, and various specialty retailers nationwide from September 2007 through October 2008. Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled power adapter from the wall socket and from their printer and contact the firm to receive a free replacement external power adapter kit. For additional information, consumers can contact DYMO toll-free at (888) 658-3904 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET, or visit the firm’s website at
www.dymo.com or
http://global.dymo.com/poweradapter. |
| • Rage Wireless Guitars Used with Popular Video Gaming System Recalled Due to Chemical Burn Risk |
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| Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 22, 2008 of about 57,000 Rage wireless guitars, as the A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if they are installed incorrectly, posing a risk of chemical burns to consumers. Performance Designed Products has received one report of a burn. The Rage Wireless Guitar controller is designed to be used on the Nintendo Wii system. The guitar is blue or white and is 31 inches long. The guitar contains battery-operated LED-lighted fret buttons that go up the neck of the guitar. The recalled guitar was made in China and sold by mass merchandisers and specialty retailers nationwide from June 2008 through September 2008. Consumers should stop using the wireless guitar game controllers immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. Do not contact or return the product to Nintendo. For additional information, please contact Performance Designed Products toll-free at (800) 331-3844 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.pdp.com. |
| • Fiesta Recalls to Inspect and Repair Gas Grills Due to
Fire and Burn Hazards |
| Fiesta Gas Grills, of Dickson, Tenn., in cooperation with the CPSC,
initiated a recall on October 22, 2008 of about 47,000 Blue Ember Gas
Grills, as they can be assembled improperly exposing the gas burner hoses to
excessive heat, thus posing fire and burn hazard to consumers. Fiesta has
received 14 reports of grill fires. No injuries have been reported. The
recall involves Blue Ember liquid propane (LP) or natural gas outdoor
grills; recalled model and serial numbers are listed below. The model and
serial numbers are printed on a rating plate label on the rear of the grill.
The cabinet style grill has two doors and is silver and black or silver and
gray. “Blue Ember” is printed on the grill’s hood. |
| Model Numbers | Serial Numbers |
| FG50057 or FG50069 | 08K018821-08K018948 |
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08K043658-008K043785 08K018309-08K018692 08K018693-08K018820 08K044554-08K044681 08K054921-08K056968 08K026501-08K033172 08K052233-08K053512 08K057481-08K057864 08K057765-08K060045 08K033317-08K038068 08K040117-08K042708 08K044572-08K047883 08K048790-08K051669 08K000001-08K000640 08K007425-08K007808 08K053641-08K054920 08K000641-08K000768 08U042773-08U046804 08K006915-08K007042 08K044042-08K044297 08K048396-08K048523 08K007299-08K007426 08K044298-08K044425 08K018949-08K019332 08K016003-08K016258 08K017797-08K017924 08K044426-08K044553 08K048268-08K048395 08K017925-08K018052 08K042277-08K042634 08K015875-08K016002 08K053385-08K053640 08K007043-08K007298 08K038069-08K038196 08K051926-08K052052 08K060193-08K060320 |
| The recalled grills were made in China and sold at various home centers and retailers nationwide from November 2007 through June 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the grills, and inspect the burner hoses to make sure they have been properly assembled. If the hose is to the rear of the installed heat shield, the grill has been improperly assembled and consumers should contact Fiesta for replacement hoses, assembly instructions, and if necessary, for assistance in examining the grill. For additional information, consumers can contact Fiesta toll-free at (866) 740-7849 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, visit the firm’s website at
www.fiestagasgrills.com, or email the firm at
mnorman@fiestagasgrills.com.
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| • YMCA Trading Lighters Recalled Due to Potential Burn Hazard to Children |
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| YMCA Trading Inc., of Maspeth, N.Y., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 23, 2008, of about 24,000 “Gas Match” and “Ready, Aim…Fire” Multi-Purpose Lighters, as the lighters fail to meet federal safety standards because they might not contain a child-resistant mechanism, posing a potential fire and burn hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported. The recalled “Gas Match” lighters have either a multi-colored red/white, blue/white or green/white plastic body, and a silver metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 10½-inches long. The recalled “Ready, Aim…Fire” lighters have either a solid black, blue, red or green plastic body, and a silver metal nozzle. Each lighter measures 9-inches long. The recalled lighters were made in China and sold by retail stores in New York State from August 2008 through October 2008 for about $1. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lighters and contact YMCA Trading to arrange for return of the lighter for a refund. For additional information, consumers can contact YMCA Trading toll-free at (866) 950-9622 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or e-mail the firm at
tradingymca@hotmail.com. |
| • Shimano American Corp. Bicycle Wheels Recalled as a Flat Tire Poses Risk of Injury to Rider |
| Shimano American Corp., of Irving, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 23, 2008, of about 275 Shimano Dura Ace Carbon Clincher Wheels for Bicycles, as the rim surface and spoke hole plugs can cause a puncture to the inner tube, resulting in a flat tire. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves the Shimano Dura Ace Carbon Clincher Wheel Sets with model number WH-7850 C24CL sold for road racing bicycles. The rim has labels that read “Shimano WH-7850,” “Dura Ace,” and “Carbon 1380.” Wheels are intended for use with high end adult road racing bicycles. The recalled bicycles were sold by bicycle specialty stores and dealers nationwide from April 2008 through August 2008. Consumers should stop using the bicycles with the recalled wheels, remove the wheels, and return them to their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair. For more information, contact Shimano American Corp. toll-free at (800) 353-4719 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
bike.shimano.com. |
| • LeapFrog Gaming System Batteries and Recharging Station
Recalled Due to Burn Hazard |
| LeapFrog Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 23 2008, of about 35,500 rechargeable batteries and recharging stations for Didj Custom Gaming Systems, as the rechargeable batteries included with the Recharging Station can overheat if the gaming system is placed into the recharging base upside down, posing a burn hazard to consumers. LeapFrog has received 12 reports of the rechargeable batteries overheating, including one report of a minor hand burn. The Recharging Station comes with two rechargeable batteries, an AC adapter, and a recharging base. The recharging base is white with a green indicator light on the bottom. The Recharging Station for Didj was sold as item number “30676”, which is printed on the box and on the bottom of the recharging base. The recalled product was made in China and sold by department stores and toy stores nationwide,
www.leapfrog.com, and other online retailers from July 2008 through October 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the recharging base and the two rechargeable batteries and contact LeapFrog for a full refund. Consumers can continue using the AC adapter connected directly to the Didj handheld. For additional information, consumers can contact LeapFrog toll-free at (800) 701-5327 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Thursday and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Friday. Consumers also can visit the firm’s website at
www.leapfrog.com/recall or e-mail at
didjsupport@leapfrog.com. |
| • Battery-Biz Notebook Computer Power Adapters Recalled Due
to Burn Hazard |
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| Battery-Biz Inc., of Camarillo, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 28, 2008, of about 1300 Duracell 130W Combo Power Adapters used with notebook computers, as the adapters can fail and overheat. This can pose a burn hazard to consumers. Battery-Biz has received five reports of power adapters overheating. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves the Duracell 130W Combo AC/DC adapters with model numbers EA10900, AC-6501, and DRUM130 and date codes 0804 and 0805. The black power adapter is used with notebook computers. “DURACELL UNIVERSAL POWER ADAPTER” is printed on the front of the power adapter. The model and date codes can be found on the rating label on the back of the power adapter. The recalled products were made in China and sold online at
www.dell.com and
www.duracelldirect.com from February 2008 through March 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the power adapter and contact Battery-Biz to return it and obtain a free replacement. Battery-Biz has sent a direct notice to consumers with recalled power adapters. For additional information, consumers can contact Battery-Biz toll-free at (800) 780-6552 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the company’s website at
www.battery-biz.com. |
| • Serta International Mattresses Recalled Due to Violation
of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard |
| Serta International Mattress Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 28, 2008, of about 5,100 Serta Zipper-Covered Foam Core Mattresses, as they fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported. The recalled mattresses have a zipper cover over a foam core. They were sold in twin, full, queen, king and California king sizes and they were manufactured between November 30, 2007 and May 20, 2008. The mattress name, date of manufacture, model, and serial numbers are located on label attached to the mattress. Only specific serial numbers are included in the recall. The recalled mattresses are listed on the chart below. |
| Mattress Name | Model Number | Serial Number |
| Serene Signature Zip | 810098, 810298, 810198, 810598 | Contact Serta to determine if your serial number is included in the recall. |
| Accord Zip | 830098 | |
| Perpetual Zip | 830298, 830498 | |
| Solara Zip | 830798 | |
| Solara II Zip | 830898 | |
| Bellbrook Zip | 830398 | |
| Elysian Zip | 830698 | |
| Allington Zip | 831098 | |
| Araceli Zip | 831498 | |
| Royce Select Zip | 831698 |
| The recalled mattresses were sold by mattress retailers nationwide from December 2007 through May 2008. Consumers should immediately contact Serta to determine if their mattress is included in the recall, and if it is, to receive a free replacement mattress cover. Consumers can install the cover themselves or request free installation by a qualified repair technician. For additional information, consumers can contact Serta toll-free at (866) 675-3853 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.serta.com.
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| • Infant Death Prompts Recall To Repair 600,000 Drop Side Cribs By Delta Enterprise; Spring Peg Failure Can Cause Entrapment and Suffocation | ||||||||||||||
| Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y., in cooperation
with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 21, 2008, of about 600,000 drop
side cribs, as the crib’s drop side can detach when the spring peg is not
engaged, which can cause an entrapment and suffocation risk to infants and
toddlers. If the crib’s spring pegs in the base of each leg are pushed back
into the lower track, the pegs can become nonfunctional. This can cause the
drop side to detach from the crib and create a gap that can entrap an infant
or toddler and cause suffocation. One incident resulted in the death of an
8-month-old child. There was one report of entrapment of a child and one
incident in which the drop side detached due to a disengaged spring peg.
The recall involves all Delta drop side cribs manufactured prior to 2006 that use “Crib Trigger Lock with Spring Peg” drop side hardware design. The recalled model numbers and country of origin include: 4340, 4343, 4520, 4600, 4620, 4624, 4625, 4629, 4660, 4665, 4720, 4750, 4751, 4850, 4855, 4857, 4880, 4920, 4925-2, 4925-2B, 4925-6, 4980, and 8605. The cribs were made in China and were sold at major retailers nationwide from January 2000 through January 2007. CPSC and the CPB would like to remind parents not to use any crib with missing, broken, or loose parts. Make sure to tighten hardware from time to time to keep the crib sturdy. When using a drop side crib parents should check to make sure any other moving part operates smoothly. Always check all sides and corners of the crib for disengagement. Any disengagement can create a gap and entrap a child. In addition, do not try to repair any side of the crib, especially with tape, wire or rope. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to find a safe, alternative sleep environment for their child until the repair kit, with new safety pegs, are safely installed on the recalled cribs. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to contact Delta to receive a free, easy-to-install repair kit toll-free at (800) 816-5304 anytime after 5 pm, on October 21, 2008, or log on www.cribrecallcenter.com to order the free repair kit. | ||||||||||||||
| • Infant Death Prompts Recall To Repair 985,000 Delta Enterprise Drop Side Cribs; Missing Safety Pegs Can Cause Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards | ||||||||||||||
| Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y., in cooperation
with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 21, 2008, to replace missing
safety pegs involving 985,000 drop side cribs. Failure to use or install
safety pegs can cause an entrapment and suffocation risk to infants and
toddlers. When the safety pegs in the base of each leg of the crib are
missing from the lower track, the crib locks can disengage and detach if
lowered below the peg hole, creating a hazardous gap. This gap can lead to
the entrapment and suffocation of an infant or toddler. The death of an
8-month-old child has been reported. CPSC is also aware of two other
entrapments and nine other disengagement incidents in cribs where the safety
pegs were missing.
The recall involves all Delta cribs manufactured in Taiwan or Indonesia, with the “Crib Trigger Lock with Safety Peg” drop side hardware design. These model numbers and country of origin can be located on the mattress support board label: 4320, 4340, 4500, 4520, 4530, 4532, 4540, 4542, 4550, 4551, 4580, 4600, 4620, 4624 (production dates 01/06 thru 11/07), 4640, 4660, 4720, 4735, 4742, 4750 (production dates 01/95 thru 12/00), 4760, 4770, 4780, 4790, 4820, 4840, 4850, 4860, 4880, 4890, 4892, 4900, 4910, 4920, 4925-2, 4925-6, 4930, 4940, 4943, 4944, 4947, 4948, 4949, 4950, 4958, 4963, 4968, 4969, 4980. The cribs were sold at major retailers, including Walmart, Kmart and Target.com from January 1995 through September 2007. These cribs have also been found to be sold secondhand. CPSC would like to remind parents not to use any crib with missing, broken, or loose parts. Make sure to tighten hardware from time to time to keep the crib sturdy. When using a drop side crib parents should check to make sure all moving parts operate smoothly. Always check all sides and corners of the crib for disengagement. Any disengagement can create a gap and entrap a child. In addition, do not try to repair any side of the crib, especially with tape, wire or rope. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to find a
safe, alternative sleep environment for their child until the repair kit,
with new safety pegs, is safely installed on the recalled cribs. Parents and
caregivers should contact Delta to receive a free, easy-to-install repair
kit by contacting Delta toll-free at 1-800-816-5304 anytime after 5pm,
October 21, 2008, or log on www.cribrecallcenter.com to order the free
replacement kit. | ||||||||||||||
| • GN Netcom Wireless Headset Batteries Recalled Due to Fire
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| GN Netcom Inc., of Nashua, New Hampshire, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 14, 2008 of about 525,000 (an additional 675,000 were sold outside the US) GN9120 Wireless Headsets with ATL lithium-ion polymer batteries, as internal short circuit can cause the batteries to overheat, posing a fire hazard. GN Netcom has received 10 reports of incidents involving overheating, including three reports of open flames and property damage to furniture on which the headsets were resting. An additional 37 reports of overheating, 3 reports of open flames and 1 report of second degree burns, requiring medical attention, was received outside the U.S. The headsets are intended primarily for professional use in offices and call centers. "GN Netcom" or "GN9120" is printed on the base station and headset. The affected batteries have part number 603028 and have a white plastic enclosure. The batteries are labeled "Made by ATL (Amperex Technology Ltd.)" and "(ATL P/N 603028)." Batteries sold as a replacement part are labeled "GN9120 battery replacement kit." The recalled headsets were made in China and sold by GN Netcom, authorized distributors and resellers nationwide from January 2005 through September 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using their headsets and unplug them. Consumers should contact GN Netcom to receive a replacement battery toll-free at (877) 803-6467 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.jabra.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Home Science Tools Bar Magnets Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard | ||||||||||||||
| Home Science Tools, of Billings, Mont., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 14, 2008 of about 400 Alnico Bar Magnets, as the surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves Alnico 3-inch long bar magnets. The magnets are painted red and blue, and were originally packaged as a pair or as a component of a science kit. The magnets were sold as item number MG-BAR3AL. They were made in China and sold by website retailers and via mail order between May 2008 and September 2008. Consumers should immediately take the recalled magnets away from children and contact Home Science Tools to receive replacement magnets toll-free at (800) 860-6272 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT, or visit the firm’s website at
www.hometrainingtools.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Toy Boats Recalled Due to Burn Hazard | ||||||||||||||
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| Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 15, 2008, of about 200,000 Battery Operated Toy “Speed Boats,” as the two battery terminals can come into contact with each other, causing it to overheat, thus posing a burn hazard to consumers. Dollar General has received two reports of the batteries overheating however, no injuries have been reported. The recalled boats are lightweight plastic toy boats supported by an inflatable hull with “outboard” motors on them. The motor uses two AA batteries. The toy boat measures about 12 inches long by 8 inches wide and comes in various colors and designs. They were made in China and sold by Dollar General nationwide from March 2008 through July 2008. Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product. For additional information, consumers can contact Dollar General toll-free at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.dollargeneral.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Fujifilm Battery Chargers Recalled Due to Shock Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| Fujifilm U.S.A. Inc., of Valhalla, N.Y., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 15, 2008, of about 5,300 BC-50 battery chargers, as the plastic portion of the unit’s power plug can crack or detach, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported. The recalled BC-50 battery chargers were included with the Fujifilm FinePix F100fd digital cameras and are identified by the production lot codes “WCAA” and “WCAB”. The battery chargers were also sold separately as an optional accessory for the FinePix F100fd and F50fd digital cameras and have production lot codes of “WBAD” and “WFBA”. The recalled battery chargers were sold by camera and photo supply retailers nationwide from March 2008 through September 2008. Consumers should stop using the recalled battery chargers immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement charger toll-free at (800) 800-3854 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website
at www.fujifilmusa.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • My Way Corp. Baby Walkers Recalled Due to Stairway Fall
Hazard | ||||||||||||||
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| My Way Corp., of San Juan, Puerto Rico, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 16, 2008, of about 800 baby walkers, as the walkers violate the baby walker voluntary standard. They can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed. No injuries have been reported. The recalled walkers were sold for babies 6 months and older and the walkers were sold in the following colors: pink, red, green, blue, and ivory. The walkers have an activity tray with a steering wheel and other toys. “My Way Corp.” is printed on a sticker on the front of the walker. The recalled walkers were made in China and sold by Independent discount stores in Puerto Rico from November 2004 through March 2008. Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact My Way Corp. collect at (787) 758-5848 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. | ||||||||||||||
| • Playkids USA Convertible Cribs Recalled Due to Entrapment
and Suffocation Hazards | ||||||||||||||
| Playkids U.S.A. of Brooklyn, N.Y., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 16, 2008, of about 2,000 convertible cribs, as the sides of the convertible crib are made of a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and the side through which an infant can slip. This poses suffocation and entrapment hazards for young children. CPSC is aware of the death of a 5-month-old child on August 31, 2008 in Brooklyn, N.Y. The child became entrapped between the mattress and the stationary side rail of the convertible crib and suffocated. This recall involves the Playkids U.S.A. convertible crib/playpen/bassinet/bed with model number PLK-909. The convertible cribs have a drop side rail, a stationary side rail, a canopy assembly, and a bassinet. The convertible cribs, which were made in China, were sold in juvenile product retailers in New York from March 2007 through September 2008. Consumers should stop using the recalled convertible cribs immediately and contact Playkids USA to receive a full refund by calling collect at (718) 797-0302 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. | ||||||||||||||
| • BRP U.S. Inc. Youth Terrain Vehicles Recalled Due to Collision Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| BRP U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 1, 2008 of about 1,200 Model Year 2008-2009 Can-Am® Youth ATVs because a rider is ejected and the cord strap is pulled, the shutoff switch can fail. The ATV can operate uncontrolled, until the engine returns to idle, potentially causing a collision with bystanders, vehicles or other objects which poses a serious risk of injury. No injuries have been reported. The recall involves Model Year 2008-2009 Can-Am® DS 90 X ATVs. The model name can be located on the side panels. The ATV is black with yellow and orange trim. The recalled vehicles were sold by authorized Can-Am® dealers nationwide from August 2007 through September 2008. Parents should stop children from using these vehicles immediately and contact any Can-Am® dealer to schedule a free repair. Affected consumers are being sent a direct notice from BRP. For additional information, consumers can call BRP toll-free at (888) 638-5397 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.can-am.brp.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Pottery Barn Wooden Hammock Stands Recalled Due to Fall and Laceration Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| Pottery Barn, of San Francisco, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 1, 2008 of about 30,000 wooden hammocks, as the wood in the hammock stand can deteriorate over time and break when used outdoors, posing a risk to consumers. Pottery Barn has received 12 reports of injuries requiring medical attention including lacerations, neck and back pain, bruising, and one incident involving fractured ribs and about 50 reports of the hammock stand breaking without injury. The wooden hammock stand measures about 154 ½ inches long by 53 ½ inches in height by 53 inches in width. There are two black metal brackets on the base and on the arms of the hammock stand. All Pottery Barn two pole wooden hammock stands sold from 2003 through 2008 are included in this recall. The recalled stands were made in China and sold by the Pottery Barn catalog and on the firm’s website from March 2003 through July 2008. Consumers should remove the two top side brackets of the hammock stand and dispose of the remaining portion of the hammock stand. Consumers should contact Pottery Barn to schedule a free pickup of the brackets and to receive a merchandise credit for the amount of the stand. For additional information, consumers can contact Pottery Barn toll-free at (888) 922-9245 anytime or visit the firm’s Web site at www.potterybarn.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Viessmann U.S. Boilers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| Viessmann Manufacturing Co. Inc., of Canada, in cooperation
with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 2, 2008, of about 4,600
Vitodens 200 boilers, as the boiler can leak gas, posing a fire hazard to
consumers. No injuries have been reported. The gas-fired boilers are white
and wall-mounted. Consumers are asked to contact a certified HVAC contractor
to open the boiler and locate the serial number which is either on a white
label on the side of the boiler or under the bottom support panel. The model
and serial numbers included in the recall are listed below: |
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Model Number |
Serial Number |
Additional Information |
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WB2 6-24C |
7167063xxxxxxxxx or 7170317xxxxxxxxx |
If the
serial number’s 8th digit |
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WB2 6-24 |
7167064xxxxxxxxx or 7170318xxxxxxxxx |
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WB2 8-32 |
7167065xxxxxxxxx or 7170319xxxxxxxxx |
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WB2 11-44 |
7167066xxxxxxxxx or 7188578xxxxxxxxx |
|
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WB2 15-60 |
7167067xxxxxxxxx or 7188577xxxxxxxxx |
The recalled boilers were sold by plumbing and heating contractors nationwide from January 2002 through December 2007. Consumers should stop using the boilers immediately weather permitting and contact their certified heating contractor or Viessmann for a free replacement of the boiler’s O-ring. For additional information, consumers can contact Viessmann U.S. toll-free at (888) 414-9157, visit the firm’s website at www.viessmann-us.com, or email the firm at o-ring@viessmann.com. |
| • John Jaques & Son Lawn Dart Games Recalled Due to Risk of Puncture |
| John Jaques & Son Ltd., of Edenbridge, England, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 2, 2008, of about 35 lawn dart games, as the darts in the games pose a puncture hazard to young children. Lawn darts were banned in December 1988 to protect children from skull, face and eye puncture wounds. No injuries have been reported. The recalled lawn dart game includes four projectiles, each consisting of a 14 3/4” bamboo shaft, four fins, and a wooden tip and were sold online by Kensington Trading Company and Hammacher Schlemmer from March 2006 through July 2008. Parents should immediately stop young children from playing with the recalled games and contact the firm to receive a refund. John Jaques & Son and Hammacher Schlemmer are contacting customers directly. For additional information, consumers can contact the firm toll-free at (877) 374-8881 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. MT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.jaqueslondon.com. |
| • Brunswick Bowling & Billiards Corp. Game Chairs Recalled Due to Fall Hazard |
| Brunswick Bowling & Billiards Corp., of Lake Forest, Ill., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 7, 2008, of about 1,700 “Colonial” folding game chairs, as the retaining washers on the legs can loosen, causing the chair to become unstable posing a fall hazard to consumers. Brunswick has received four reports of loose chair leg hardware however, no injuries have been reported. This recall involves the “Colonial” model, folding wooden chairs for use with game tables, sold in sets of two. The chairs have a black seat cushion and either a cherry or chestnut finish. The recalled chairs were made in China and sold by authorized Brunswick dealers nationwide from March 2007 through March 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the folding game chairs and contact the dealer where the chairs were purchased to schedule a free repair. For additional information, consumers can contact Brunswick toll-free at (800) 336-8771 ext.2 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday. |
| • Tween Brands Children’s Necklaces, CD, and MP3 Players Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard |
| Tween Brands Inc., of New Albany, Ohio, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 7, 2008, of about 12,000 Children’s Ball and Heart Necklaces, Portable CD and MP3 Players, as the surface coatings on these products could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves a Ball and Heart necklace with pink beads of varying sizes and a pink heart located in the center; a Portable CD Player with flowers and dots available in blue and pink; a pink MP3 Player with purple, green, blue, yellow, and red hearts; and a light blue MP3 Player with a picture of a monkey’s face on the front. The recalled items were made in China and sold by Limited Too and Justice retail stores nationwide, the Limited Too catazine (catalog), and on www.limitedtoo.com from May 2007 through August 2008. Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and return them to any Limited Too or Justice store for a full refund and a coupon for a 15% discount off a future purchase. For additional information, consumers can call Tween Brands toll-free at (800) 934-4497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s websites at www.limitedtoo.com and www.shopjustice.com. |
| • Backyard Play Systems Outdoor Playset Gliders Recalled Due to Fall Hazard |
| Backyard Play Systems LLC, of Monroe, Mich., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 8, 2008 of about 500 Heartland/ Yardline/ Backyard Play Systems Outdoor Playset Gliders, as some of the gliders were shipped with assembly instructions that did not inform consumers to tighten all lock nuts during assembly, including those attached by the manufacturer. As a result, some lock nuts were not fully fastened during assembly which could cause the glider to detach, posing a fall hazard to children. Backyard Play Systems has received one report of a lock nut falling off however, no injuries have been reported. This recall involves outdoor play set gliders designed to hang from home play equipment. The green plastic gliders were sold as an accessory to home play equipment marketed under the brand names Heartland Play Systems, Yardline Play Systems and Backyard Play Systems. The recalled gliders were made in China and sold by Backyard Buildings and More and Lowe’s stores nationwide, and online at www.Costco.com, www.bettymills.com, and www.BackyardBuildings.com from February 2008 through July 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the gliders until all lock nuts are securely fastened. For additional information, consumers can contact Backyard Play Systems toll-free at (866) 890-2211 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET, Saturday, or visit the firm’s website at www.BackyardBuildings.com. Consumers can also email the firm at customerservice@backyard-play.com. |
| • Rack Room Shoes Girls Sandals Recalled Due to Choking Hazard |
| Rack Room Shoes Inc., of Charlotte N.C., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 8, 2008, of about 11,000 girls sandals, as the ornamental flowers on the sandals can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The firm has received one report of a flower separating from the shoe however, no injuries have been reported. The recalled girls’ sandals are leather with attached leather flowers and were sold under the “Kids Feet” name. The sandals are white or white with pink soles and sold in girls’ sizes 5 through 12. The recalled sandals were made in China and sold by Rack Room Shoes stores nationwide from February 2008 through June 2008. Consumers should take the recalled sandals away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or store credit. For additional information, consumers can contact Rack Room Shoes toll-free at (866) 344-1213 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.rackroomshoes.com. |
| • Coby Electronic Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Recalled Due to Fire Hazard |
| Coby Electronics Corp., of Lake Success, N.Y., in
cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 8, 2008, of about
13,000 rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players, as the
rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Coby
Electronics has received four reports of batteries overheating, three of
which resulted in minor property damage from a fire. No injuries have been
reported. This recall involves batteries with serial numbers listed below
sold with the TF-DVD 1020 portable DVD/CD/MP3 players. The battery’s serial
number can be found on an affixed white sticker. The product looks like a
small laptop computer and has a 10” swivel TV screen. “COBY” is written on
the front cover as well as under the screen. “TF-DVD 1020” can be found on
the bottom of the unit.
Serial Number Ranges of Recalled Batteries: DG240043D503000001-1006 The recalled products were made in China and sold by discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide. The TF-DVD 1020 units containing the recalled batteries were sold from May 2007 through July 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the “TV-DVD 1020” players with the recalled batteries and contact the firm to arrange for a free replacement battery. After removing the recalled batteries from the unit, consumers can continue to use it with the AC or DC power adapter. For additional information, consumers can contact Coby Electronics toll-free at (866) 945-2629 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.cobyusa.com. |
| • Effikal Gas Vent Dampers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard |
| Effikal LLC, of Orion, Mich., in cooperation with the CPSC,
initiated a recall on October 9, 2008, of about 45,000 automatic gas vent
dampers, as they could fail, or the vent could leak carbon monoxide (CO). No
injuries were reported. The recall involves Effikal RVGP-PC Gas Vent Damper
size 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 which are installed with the gas boiler systems
listed below. The vent damper date code is located on a sticker under the
motor assembly cap on the plastic base. Serial numbers are located on a
label on the side of the damper’s cap. All sizes and models of the RVGP-PC
have the same motor assembly with black Effikal caps and black plastic
bases. |
|
Manufacturer |
Atmospheric Gas Boiler Models |
Vent Damper Date Codes |
Vent Damper Serial Numbers |
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Allied Engineering |
MG, MS and SG Series |
0728 through 0809 |
3588428 through 3687571 |
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Burnham |
Series 2b,
Series 8h, and Independence |
0728-0738 |
3588428-3647820 |
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Crown |
AWI, CWI and BSI Series |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
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Hydro Therm |
R/MR, VGA, VS and HW Series |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
|
Laars |
JV Series |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
|
Lochinvar |
CBN Solution Series |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
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RBI |
Spectrum Series |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
|
Smith |
GB and HW Series |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
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New Yorker |
CG and CGS Series |
0728-0738 |
3588428-3647827 |
|
Peerless |
MI, 63 and GM series |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
|
Raypak |
Series
XV-42—180 |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
|
Union Steam |
GWA and GSA |
0728-0809 |
3588428-3687571 |
|
Weil-McLain |
CGa, EG, and PFG Series |
0728-0738 |
3588428-3647830 |
|
WilliamsonThermoflo |
GWA and GSA s |
0728-0738 |
3588428-3647831 |
The recalled gas dampers were sold by plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbers and contractors nationwide from August 2007 through July 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the boilers, weather permitting, and contact their installer to confirm they have a recalled vent damper and to receive a free vent damper replacement. For additional information, consumers can contact Effikal toll-free at (866) 790-3739, or visit the firm’s website at www.effikal.com. |
| •Hasbro Inc. Nerf’ Blaster Toy Recalled as Plunger Can Pull a Child's Skin, resulting in Face, Neck and Chest Injuries |
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| Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.I., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on October 9, 2008, of about 330,000 Nerf™ N-Strike Recon Blasters for children age 6 and up, as the blaster’s plunger can catch on the user’s skin while firing, resulting in injury to the face, neck, and/or chest. Hasbro and CPSC have received 46 reports of injury to children ages 4 to 12, including reports of bruising, abrasions, pinch marks, blood blisters and welts. The toy blaster is yellow with a black handle and an orange plunger, trigger, and reload clip. The word “NERF” is in black lettering on both sides of the blaster and the word “ARMED” is written on the orange plunger. “RECON CS-6” is posted on the gray cocking mechanism. There are five interchangeable parts including a shoulder stock, a flip-up sight, a barrel extension, a quick re-load clip and a dual-mode light beam. Model number 63552 and UPC codes 653569272021 and 653569311218 can be found on the packaging. The recalled toys were made in China and sold by Wal-Mart, Target, Toys “R” Us, discount stores, and toy stores nationwide from November 2007 through August 2008. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy blasters away from children and contact Hasbro for a free cylindrical cover toll-free at (800) 245-0910 anytime or visit the firm’s website at
www.hasbro.com/nerf. |
| September 2008 |
| • LTD Commodities LLC Wood Abacus Recalled Due to Choking
Hazard |
| |
| LTD Commodities LLC and ABC Distributing, of Bannockburn, Ill., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 22, 2008 of about 6,000 wood abacus, as the wooden rods on the abacus can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. LTD Commodities has received four reports of small parts detaching from the abacus. No injuries have been reported. The recalled wood abacus is a multi-sided activity center that has a chalkboard, movable block letters with pictures, sliding shapes, a fun maze with gears, and a blue and yellow clock on the side of the activity center with two pink moving hands. Product code E7A is printed on the packaging near the UPC bar code. The recalled product was made in China and sold by LTD Commodities and ABC Distributing catalogs nationwide and on the web from December 2006 through February 2008. Consumers should take the abacus away from children immediately and contact LTD Commodities for instructions on receiving a product credit toll-free at (866) 736-3654 between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.ltdcommodities.com or
www.abcdistributing.com. |
| • Euro-Pro and QVC Deep Fryers Recalled Due to Burn Hazard |
| |
| Euro-Pro Operating LLC, of Newton, Mass., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 23, 2008, of about 1,600 Cooks Essentials deep fryers, as the fryers can overheat, posing a burn hazard. No injuries have been reported. The recalled fryers include QVC Cook Essentials 3 Liter Stainless Steel Deep Fryers with three baskets. The fryers were sold as item number K14942. Model number F1053Q is printed on a sticker on the bottom of the fryers. The recalled fryers were made in China and sold by QVC’s televised shopping programs and its website from April 2008 through May 2008. Known purchasers were mailed instructions on obtaining a full refund. Consumers who have not received instructions should contact QVC for refund toll-free at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET, any day, or visit the firm’s website at
www.qvc.com. |
| • Giftco Harry Potter Bookends Recalled Due to Violation of
Lead Paint Standard |
| |
| Giftco Inc., of Vernon Hills, Ill., in cooperation with the CPSC,
initiated a recall on September 23, 2008, of about 36,000 Harry Potter
bookends, as the paint on the bookends contains excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves poly-stone bookends painted and shaped in the
characters of the Harry Potter book series. Bookend characters include Harry
Potter, Hedwig and Hermione, and Crookshank. The recalled bookends were sold
by Elementary school fundraising programs, discount and dollar stores
nationwide from June 2004 through January 2006. Consumers should immediately
take the recalled bookends away from children and return them to Giftco for
a refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Giftco Inc.
toll-free at (888) 448-6728 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through
Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
http://mail.giftcoinc.com. |
| • Gotham Lighting Compact Fluorescent Recessed Ceiling
Lights Recalled Due to Possible Emergency Failure |
| |
| Gotham Lighting, of Conyers, Ga., in cooperation with the CPSC,
initiated a recall on September 23, 2008, of about 30,000 Gotham compact
fluorescent ceiling lights, as the relay on the backup battery of the lights
could be programmed incorrectly and prevent the lights from functioning in
an emergency. No injuries have been reported. Only the Gotham compact
fluorescent ceiling lights with the optional backup battery pack are
included in the recall. The recalled ceiling lights were made in the United
States and China and sold by electrical distributors and sales
representatives nationwide from November 2007 through July 2008. Consumers
should inspect the fixtures immediately and contact Gotham Lighting to
receive a repair. For additional information, consumers can contact Gotham
Lighting toll-free at (800) 315-4982 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday
through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.gothamlighting.com. |
| • Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores SmartSpace™ Chairs Recalled
Due to Fall Hazard |
| |
| Jo-Ann Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio , in cooperation with the CPSC,
initiated a recall on September 24, 2008, of about 6,000 SmartSpace™ Papasan
chairs, as the chairs were sold without a warning label instructing
consumers to lock the chair’s legs before sitting. This poses a fall hazard
to consumers. Jo-Ann has received five reports of chairs collapsing when the
legs were not locked however, no injuries have been reported. The chair has
a circular fabric seat that sits on a 10-inch-tall base. The fabric seats
were sold in purple, pacific, lime yellow and gray. The recalled chairs were
made in China and sold by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft stores nationwide from
June 2008 through September 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using
the chair until a warning label, instructing consumers to engage the legs in
the locked position before use, has been obtained from either Jo-Ann Fabric
or other Craft Stores. For additional information, consumers can contact
Jo-Ann Stores toll-free at (888) 739-4120 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET,
Monday through Friday, or send an email to guest.services@joann.com. |
| • Igloo Products Coolers Recalled Due to Laceration |
| |
| Igloo Marine Elite Coolers, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a
recall on September 24, 2008, of about 7,200 Igloo Marine Elite Coolers, as
the sharp edges on the stainless steel latch attached to the cooler can pose
a laceration hazard to consumers. Igloo Products has received eight reports
of lacerations requiring stitches on the consumer’s legs or arms. This
recall involves Marine Elite coolers sold in white with stainless steel
latches. The coolers were sold in four sizes: 72 quart, 94 quart, 128 quart
and 162 quart. The recalled coolers were sold by West Marine stores
nationwide from January 2008 to July 2008. Consumers should stop using the
cooler immediately and contact Igloo Products Corp. to receive a free latch
replacement kit toll-free at (888) 257-0934 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.igloocoolers.com/safetyalert. |
| • Studio RTA TV Stands Recalled Due to TV Tip-over Hazard |
Studio RTA, of Pico Rivera, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 24, 2008 of about 48,600 TV stands, as the stability of the stands does not meet industry standards to prevent a television from tipping over, thus posing a risk of injury or death to consumers. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves four different TV stands “E Series” Model 060331: The product consists of two glass shelves, a lower shelf made of metal and black leg and frame components. The following were included in this recall.
|
| • Razor USA PowerWing Three Wheeled Scooters Recalled Due
to Laceration Hazard |
| |
Razor USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC,
initiated a recall on September 25, 2008 of about 103,000 Razor® PowerWing™
Three-Wheeled Scooters, as the undersides of the foot platforms can have
sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard to children. Razor has received 10
reports of Achilles tendon or ankle lacerations, including four consumers
who required tendon surgery and three who needed stitches. The PowerWing was
sold in either black or silver. The recall includes products with serial
numbers beginning with:
|
| • Razor USA Four–Wheeled Ride-On Vehicles Recalled Due to
Throttle Controller Defect |
| Razor USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 25, 2008 of about 30,000 Razor® Dirt Quad electric powered ride-on vehicles, as the control module for the throttle can fail and cause the electric ride-on vehicle to unexpectedly surge forward, posing a risk of injury to the user or a bystander. Razor has received 60 reports of the vehicles unexpectedly surging forward, including two reports of injuries. This recall involves Razor® Dirt Quad electrically powered ride-on vehicles. Product ID numbers included in the recall begin with 103110-01 or 103110-02 and are located on the bar code affixed to the right step of the vehicle, on the charger and on the retail packaging. The recalled vehicles were made in China and sold by authorized dealers nationwide from August 2006 through September 2007. Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Razor USA for a free replacement controller toll-free at (800) 813-3155 anytime, or visit the firm’s website at
www.razor.com/recall. |
| • TCB Imports Toy Police Cars Recalled Due to Violation of
Lead Paint Standard |
| |
| TCB Imports, of Vernon, California, in cooperation with the CPSC,
initiated a recall on September 25, 2008 of about 3,000 toy police cars, as
the red paint on the toy cars contains excess levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standard. No injuries have been reported. This recall
involves toy police cars with a friction function. When the toy car is
pushed forward, the car builds momentum. When released, the car moves
forward on its own. The cars were sold in red/white and purple/white color
combinations and measure 8 inches by 4 inches by 4 ½ inches. Item number
TF820 is printed on the product’s packaging. The recalled toy cars were made
in China and sold by dollar and discount stores nationwide from May 2008
through August 2008. Consumers should immediately take this toy away from
children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. For
additional information, consumers can contact TCB Imports, Inc. toll-free at
(888) 674-5497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit
the firm’s website at www.tcbimports.com. |
| • Shivvers Manufacturing Lawn Mower Jacks Recalled Due to
Collapse Hazard |
| Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon,
Iowa, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 26, 2008
of about 450 jack lift tools and kits, as the jack lifts can have stripped
threats or broken nuts, which results in the shaft slipping and the mower
falling from its stand-up position. This could cause serious personal injury
to the consumer or property damage. Shivvers has received five reports of
jack lift failures and 37 warranty claims for replacement parts. The
recalled jacks are used for lifting the lawn mower during service or
maintenance. Two versions of this jack model have been manufactured. Version
number one was made with a nylon nut and version number two was made with a
sintered bronze nut. These recalled jacks were sold separately and on
Charger, JAZee and Boss riding lawn mowers. The recalled jacks were sold by
Country Clippers dealers nationwide from May 2007 through June 2008 for
about $150 for the jack and about $225 for the jack kits. Consumers should
immediately stop using the jacks and contact their local service dealer to
have their jacks repaired at no charge. For additional information,
consumers can contact can contact their local dealer or Country Clipper
toll-free at (800) 344-8237 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT, Monday through
Friday or visit the firm’s website at
www.countryclipper.com. |
| • Wal-Mart Recalls General Electric Toasters Due to Fire
and Shock Hazard |
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| Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 30, 2008 of about 210,000 General Electric Toasters, as a short circuit can occur between the heating element and the bread cage, posing fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers. Wal-Mart has received 140 reports of fires or sparks coming from the toasters or the toasters tripping the circuit breaker in consumers’ homes. No injuries have been reported. The recalled toasters have a chrome steel body, a black plastic base and controls with either two or four openings in the top. The GE logo is located on the front of the toasters just above the controls. Model numbers 169115 (4 Slice) and 169116 (2 Slice) are included in this recall. The model number is printed on the bottom of each toaster. The recalled toasters were made in China and sold by Wal-Mart Stores nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toasters and return them to any Wal-Mart for a full refund or replacement toaster. For additional information, consumers can contact Wal-Mart toll-free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m., Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.walmartstores.com. |
| • IKEA Recalls to Repair Chest of Drawers Due to Laceration
Hazard |
| IKEA Home Furnishings, of Conshohocken, Pa., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 30, 2008 of about 5,000 “KVIBY” chests, as the glass drawer knobs on the chest can break either during assembly or in use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. IKEA has received three reports of laceration injuries requiring medical attention with 11 injuries occurring outside of the U.S. The recalled KVIBY Chest is white with 4 drawers and 6 glass knobs. The recall includes chests with article number 201-080-90 and a date stamp of 0817 (first two digits indicate the year; the second two digits indicate the week) or earlier. The article number and date stamp are located on a label attached to the underside of the chest. The recalled chests were sold by IKEA stores nationwide from August 2007 through July 2008. Consumers should protect their hands while carefully removing the glass knobs. Consumers can contact IKEA to receive free replacement knobs and screws toll-free at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm’s website at
www.ikea-usa.com. |
| • Buzz’s Boatyard Toy Boats Recalled Due to Violation of
Lead Paint Standard |
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| Buzz’s Boatyard, of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 30, 2008 of about 200 toy boats, as the paint on the recalled toy boats contains an excess level of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves two models of tin Pop Pop toy boats, the 13-inch “Titanic” and the “Hut” Pop Pop boats. The recalled toys were sold on Buzz’s Boatyard’s website (www.buzzboats.com) from April 2007 to November 2007. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Buzz’s Boatyard for a refund or an exchange at (877) 207-1923 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at
www.buzzboats.com/poppop.htm.
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| • Aqua Lung Scuba Regulators and Adaptors Recalled
Due to Drowning Hazard |
| Aqua Lung USA, of Vista, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 10, 2008, of about 6000 Titan DIN 1st Stage Scuba Regulators and Titan/Conshelf DIN Scuba Adaptors, as the over-tightening of the DIN retainer by a technician during installation can result in the retainer breaking under pressure, causing a rapid escape of air from the scuba cylinder, and the regulator detaching from the scuba cylinder. This poses a drowning hazard to divers. The firm has received one report of a DIN retainer breaking under pressure. No injuries have been reported. The recalled regulators have a brass DIN retainer manufactured prior to June 2006. The recalled Aqua Lung Titan Din 1st Stage regulators have serial numbers lower than 6062501 stamped on the side of the regulator’s body. Recalled Titan/Conshelf DIN adaptors are marked “300 BAR MAX” on the side of the part. DIN adaptors marked “300 BAR MAXI” are not included in this recall. The recalled products were sold by authorized Aqua Lung dealers nationwide from January 1997 through September 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled diving regulators and DIN adaptors and return them to any authorized Aqua Lung dealer for a free replacement DIN retainer. For additional information, consumers can contact Aqua Lung toll-free at (877) 253-3483 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.aqualung.com. |
| • Protocol Remote Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled Due
to Fire and Burn Hazards |
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| Ashley Collection Inc., d.b.a. Protocol, of New York, N.Y., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 10, 2008, of about 78,000 “Protocol” Remote-Controlled Mini Helicopter Toys, as the rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter’s body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers. The firm has received nine reports of incidents of the helicopter overheating, including one minor burn to a consumer’s fingertip. This recall involves the “Protocol” remote-controlled mini helicopter toys with model number starting with 1442. The helicopter is made of foam and plastic and measures about 7 inches long. “Protocol” is printed on the tail and on the side of the helicopter. “1442-X” can be found on the packaging. The remote-control component measures 5 1/2 inches by 4 3/4 inches. The recalled toy was made in China and sold by retail stores nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter. For additional information, consumers can contact Protocol toll-free at (800) 261-1193 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET, or visit the company’s website at
www.protocoldesign.com. |
| • JLA Home Zebra Rugs Recalled Due to Fire Hazard |
| JLA Home, of Plano, Texas, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 10, 2008, of about 2,900 Zebra Rugs, as they do not meet the federal flammability standard for small rugs and do not have the required flammability warning label. No injuries have been reported. The recalled rug measures 30’’ x 54’’ and has a black-and-white zebra skin design. The rug was sold under J.C. Penney item number MF728-1050, which is located on the product’s packaging. The recalled rugs were made in China and sold exclusively by the J.C. Penney Web site and catalog from December 2007 through July 2008. Consumers should contact JLA Home to receive a warning label to be affixed to the backside of the rug. Consumers can also contact JLA home for instructions on returning the rug for a full refund toll-free at (866) 456-8852 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at
www.jlahome.com |
| • Some Recalled Simplicity Bassinets include Graco and
“Winnie the Pooh’’ Brand |
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| The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is aware that some bassinets in the Simplicity
recall announced August 28, 2008 include the Graco logo and “Winnie the Pooh” motif licensed by Disney Consumer Products. Consumers are urged to check their bassinets to ensure they are not using one of the recalled Simplicity models, including those with the Graco logo or “Winnie the Pooh” motif. The Simplicity bassinets with the Graco logo were sold between 2001 and 2004. The Simplicity bassinets with the “Winnie the Pooh” motif were sold between 2002 and 2008. The following retailers have voluntarily agreed to recall the product and provide a refund or store credit to consumers who return the product to the store where purchased: |
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| • PB Heat Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| PB Heat LLC, of Bally, PA, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 11, 2008, of about 1,200 gas boilers, as the pressure switch could have an internal defect that could fail to shut down the boilers under vent or air inlet blockage. This switch defect could allow the boilers to produce excessive levels of carbon monoxide, posing a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to consumers. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves the DE and PSC II Gas Fired Cast Iron Boilers with the Endura Plastics Model ES2035 pressure switch used for home heating and domestic hot water heating. The boilers were available in either natural or LP gas. The boiler rating label is located on the top jacket panel on Series PSCII models and the left side jacket panel on the Series DE models. The label includes the model and serial number. The following model names and serial numbers are included in the recall: |
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Model Name |
Serial Number |
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DE-03, DE-04, DE-05 and DE-06 |
5040768 to 5052860 |
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PSCII-03, PSCII-04, PSCII-05, and PSCII-06 |
5040777 to 5052166 |
Other suffix designations may follow the base model number, such as SV-WPC. The recalled boilers were sold by plumbing and heating wholesale distributors nationwide from May 2007 through July 2008. Consumers, who have not already been contacted, should contact their installer immediately for a free safety inspection and repair, if necessary. For more information, consumers can contact PB Heat toll-free at (877) 257-3300 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at www.peerlessboilers.com | ||||||||||||||
| • Deere & Company Gator XUV Utility Vehicles Recalled Due
to Fire Hazard | ||||||||||||||
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Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 16, 2008, of about 2,500 John Deere Gator XUV 620i utility vehicles, as the fuel tank can leak from a gap in the seam at the base of the filler neck, posing a fire hazard. Deere & Company has received seven reports of fuel tank leaks. No fires or injuries have been reported. The recalled utility vehicle is Model 620i. The model number is painted on the side of the vehicle. The recall includes the following serial numbers. The serial number plate is on the vehicle’s frame, in front of the passenger side rear fender.
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| • Pottery Barn Kids Children’s Water Bottles Recalled Due
to Choking Hazard | ||||||||||||||
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Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 16, 2008, of about 20,000 children’s metal water bottles, as the sip top on the water bottles can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported. The metal water bottles are about 9 inches tall and have a black rubber pull up sip top. The following water bottles are included in this recall. The style number and “Pottery Barn Kids” are printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the water bottle.
The recalled water bottles were made in Taiwan and sold by Pottery Barn Kids stores nationwide, the Pottery Barn Kids’ catalog, and online at www.potterybarnkids.com from January 2007 through August 2008. Consumers should take the recalled water bottles away from children immediately and return them to any Pottery Barn Kids store for a full refund. If purchased through the catalog or online, contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Pottery Barn Kids toll-free at (877) 800-9720 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, or visit the firm’s website at www.potterybarnkids.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Regent Sports Soccer Nets Recalled Due to Entrapment and
Strangulation Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| Regent Sports Corporation, of Hauppauge, N.Y., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 16, 2008, of about 190,000 MacGregor Folding Soccer Goals, Mitre Folding Soccer Goals, as the fixed knot flexible openings in the soccer goal net can pose a head and neck entrapment or strangulation hazard to young children. Regent Sports and CPSC have received two reports of head entanglement, including the strangulation death of a 20-month-old child who was found with his arm and neck tangled in the soccer goal net. Both soccer goals have a foldable white frame with a white net that is attached by Velcro strips. When upright, the MacGregor goal measures 6 feet wide by 3 feet high and the Mitre net measures 8 feet wide by 6 feet high. Each has a recalled net with squares measuring 5 inches on each side. The MacGregor soccer goal has model number 97236 printed on the assembly instructions and UPC code number 029807972365 printed on the net’s packaging. The Mitre soccer goal has model number 89186 printed on the assembly instructions and UPC code number 029807891864 printed on the net’s packaging. Nets manufactured after April 2007 with 4 inch by 4 inch square openings are not included in the recall. The recalled sports products were made in China and sold by Wal-Mart, Ace Hardware and sports and toy stores nationwide from May 2002 through May 2008. Consumers should stop using the recalled soccer goal nets immediately and return them to Regent Sports to receive a free replacement net. For additional information, consumers can contact Regent Sports toll-free at (877) 516-9707 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday. | ||||||||||||||
| • Various Retailers Recall Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs
Due to Serious Entrapment and Suffocation Hazard to Infants and Toddlers | ||||||||||||||
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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firms
named below initiated a recall on September 17, 2008, of about 600,000
Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs. Due to sizing problems with the crib’s
hardware, the drop side can come off the tracks. When the drop side detaches
or partially detaches, it creates a hazardous gap, which can lead to infant
entrapment and suffocation. Consumers should stop using recalled products
immediately unless otherwise instructed. Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa.
(this company is no longer in business), CPSC is aware of nine incidents in
which the drop side detached on cribs that are part of this recall. There
have been no injuries. This recall of Simplicity drop side cribs involves
models that used a different style of hardware from those cribs
recalled in September 2007. The recalled model numbers include: 8620,
8745, 8748, 8755, 8756, 8778, 8810, and 8994. The recalled drop side cribs
have a date code, which can be found on a label on the headboard under the
mattress support, which ends in 05DH, 05GB, 06DH, 06GB, 07DH or 07GB
(examples: 1806 DH or 0507 GB). The recalled model names include: Aspen and
Crib N Changer Combo, Gabrielle, Camille, Providence and Shenandoah. Only
the brand name “Simplicity” can be seen on the label on the headboard. The
following is a listing of Retailers recalling this product: Retailers: AAFES, of Dallas, Texas Babies“R”Us, of Wayne, N.J. Burlington Coat Factory/Baby Depot, of Burlington, N.J. K’s Merchandise (out of business) Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich. Nebraska Furniture Mart, of Omaha, Neb. ShopKo, of Green Bay, Wis. Target, of Minneapolis, Minn. Wal-Mart Stores Inc, of Bentonville, Ark. The recalled cribs were made in China and sold by Department stores, children’s stores and mass merchandisers nationwide from January 2005 through August 2008. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should return the recalled crib to the place of purchase for a refund or store credit. SFCA Inc., of Reading, Pa. is working with retailers to carry out this recall program. Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact the following retailers: AAFES - (800) 866-3605 – www.AAFES.com Babies “R” Us - (800) 869-7787 – www.babiesrus.com Burlington Coat Factory/Baby Depot - www.babydepot.com Meijer Distribution Inc. - (866) 280-8419 – www.meijer.com Nebraska Furniture Mart – 800-359-1200 - www.nfm.com Shopko - (800) 791-7333 – www.shopko.com Target - (800) 440-0680 - www.target.com Wal-Mart - (800) 925-6278 - www.walmart.com SFCA Media Contact: Amanda Lahan, (202) 466-6210, amanda.lahan@pbnco.com | ||||||||||||||
| • Aqua Lung Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Recalled Due to
Drowning Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| Aqua Lung USA, of Vista, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 17, 2008, of about 25,000 Apeks Second Stage Scuba Regulators, as the regulators can be missing the diaphragm cover, which can cause the diaphragm to become displaced during a dive, allowing water to enter the scuba regulator. This poses a drowning hazard to divers. No injuries have been reported. This recall involves Apeks TX, ATX, and XTX second stage regulators that have never been serviced. Apeks and TX, ATX, or XTX is printed on the regulator. The recalled product was sold by authorized Apeks dealers nationwide from February 2000 through June 2008. Consumers should immediately stop diving with these regulators and visit an authorized Apeks dealer for a free inspection and free installation of a diaphragm cover, if the cover is missing. For additional information, consumers can contact Aqua Lung toll-free at (877) 253-3483 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the company’s website at
www.aqualung.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Hanashop
Counterfeit Power Cords Recalled Due to Fire and Shock Hazard | ||||||||||||||
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| DCI LLC, d/b/a Hanashop, of Olive Branch, Miss., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 17, 2008 of about 180 power cords as the power cord wires are significantly undersized and allow incorrect insertion of the power plug, posing a risk of fire and/or shock to consumers. No injuries have been reported. The recall involves 2 feet, three outlet power cords. The power cord is orange in color and packaged in a counterfeit yellow and green cardboard sleeve. The packaging indicates the power cord is a “12 Gauge Extra Heavy Duty” type. Model number T-4145 is printed in front and back of the packaging. The recalled power cords were made in China and sold by ebay.com nationwide from November 2006 through April 2008.Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power cords and contact the firm for a full refund toll-free at (888) 263-2575 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday. | ||||||||||||||
| • Empress Arts Hooded Sweaters Recalled Due to
Strangulation Hazard | ||||||||||||||
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| Empress Arts Ltd., of Monterey Park, Calif., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 2, 2008 of about 130 children’s hooded sweaters, as they have drawstrings through the hood in which children can get entangled, or can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches. In February 1996, CPSC issued
guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. From 1985 through June 2008, CPSC received reports of 27 deaths and 70 non-fatal incidents involving the entanglement of children’s clothing drawstrings. The cotton knit sweaters are cream colored with a blue stripe at the wrists and waist, a blue ball on the hood, and blue buttons. There is a drawstring through the hood with pom-poms at the ends. The sweaters were sold in children’s size 2T under the brand name “Empress Arts.” “Empress Baby” is sewn into the sweaters tag. The recalled garments were made in China and sold by specialty children’s stores nationwide from August 2006 through April 2008. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard. For additional information, consumers can contact Empress Arts collect at (323) 780-8181 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.empressarts.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Rapid Reel® Portable Garden Hose Carts Recalled as the
Tires Can Explode Posing an Injury Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| Eley Corporation, dba Rapid Reel of Lincoln, Neb., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 02, 2008, of about 7,000 portable garden hose reel carts and wagons, as the tires can explode while being inflated, posing an injury hazard to consumers. Rapid Reel® has received five reports of tires exploding while being inflated, resulting in lacerations to fingers, arms, and legs from flying pieces of plastic. This recall involves the Rapid Reel® portable garden hose reel carts and wagons. The cart has two tires and the wagon has four. The tires have a white plastic rim and a steel ball bearing hub or a black plastic bearing hub. The recalled carts were made in China and sold by Home repair retailers and distributors such as Ace Hardware, Amazon.com, and True Value Hardware stores nationwide from April 2005 through March 2006. Consumers should not inflate tires on the portable hose carts and should contact Rapid Reel® for free replacement tires toll-free at (866) 523-2363 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.rapidreel.com | ||||||||||||||
| • Deda Elementi Bicycles with Deda Forza Bicycle Handlebar
Stems Recalled Due to Crash Hazard | ||||||||||||||
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| Deda Elementi S.r.l., of Italy, in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 03, 2008, of about 400 Deda Forza Bicycle Handlebar Stems, as the top of the bicycle handlebar stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard. Deda Elementi has received four reports of incidents involving the handlebar stems. No injuries have been reported. The recall involves bicycles with Deda Forza black carbon fiber handlebar stems in gloss finish. “Deda Forza” is printed on the handlebar stem. Deda Forza black carbon fiber handlebar stems in matte finish are not included in this recall. The recalled bicycles and bicycle stems were sold separately by bicycle retailers nationwide from January 2008 through June 2008. Consumers should stop using the bicycles equipped with the recalled Deda Forza handlebar stems and return them to the place of purchase to receive a free replacement handlebar stem. For additional information, consumers can contact Deda Elementi toll-free at (866) 514-5522 anytime, or visit the firm’s website
www.dedaelementi.com, or email the firm at
mailto:dedusa@dedaelementi.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Circo
Children’s Bobby Socks Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Choking
Hazard | ||||||||||||||
| Target, of Minneapolis, Minn., in cooperation with the CPSC, initiated a recall on September 03, 2008, of about 330,000 Circo Rosette Bobbie Socks, as the ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Target has received four reports of the ribbon detaching, however, no injuries have been reported. The socks were sold in packs of six (pink, purple, plain white, three pairs within a box), ranging in size from 6- to 12-months, 12- to 24-months and 2T to 5T. The socks are packaged in a green and white sleeve with a Circo-brand logo on the front. The recalled socks were sold by Target stores nationwide from January 2007 to July 2008. Consumers should take these socks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund. For additional information, consumers can contact Target toll-free at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s website at
www.target.com. | ||||||||||||||
| • Worldwise Inc. Retractable Dog Leashes Recalled Because
Metal Clasp Can Break Causing Facial and Bodily Injuries to Dog Owners | ||||||||||||||
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