July, 2005

July 29, 2005

Cookers & Cookware, Appliances, Kitchen, Slow Cookers

The Holmes Group Expands Recall of Slow Cookers

The recall includes Rival® Crock-Pot® slow cookers with model numbers 3040, 3735, 5025, 5070 and 5445. The model number is printed on the UL label located on the bottom of the base. The recalled Rival® slow cooker has a removable ceramic bowl that sits inside of a metal base. The Rival® logo is printed on the front of the unit above the control knob. The bases are round or oval shaped and were sold in various colors and designs. A date code is stamped on the side of one prong of the power plug. The first two digits represent the week of manufacture and the last two digits represent the year of manufacture. Any plug with a date code from 0199 (1st week of 1999) to 3504 (35th week of 2004) is included in this recall or the previous recall. Read more.


July 28, 2005

Exercise Equipment, Sports and Recreation, Track and Field and Exercise

Sportcraft Recall of Treadmills

This recall includes Sportcraft Tredex 6.0, TX 440 and TX 550 treadmills. These 155- to 170-pound motorized treadmills are gray in color and can be folded upright for storage. The name "Sportcraft" and product identification of "Tredex 6.0", "TX 440" or "TX 550" are printed on the control console of the treadmill. Read more.


July 28, 2005

All Terrain Vehicles (ATV), Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation

American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recall of ATVs

The recall includes all 2004-2005 Suzuki LT-V700F TwinPeaks™ ATVs. These ATVs are yellow or blue in color and have "TwinPeaks" written on the fuel tank. Read more.


July 28, 2005

Snowmobiles, Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation

Polaris Industries Recall of 900 Fusion, 900 RMK, and 900 Switchback Snowmobiles

The recall includes model year 2005 Polaris "900 Fusion," "900 RMK," and "900 Switchback" snowmobiles with model numbers: S05PL8DSD, S05PM8DS(A)(B), S05PN8DS, S05PS8DS, S05PM8DS(A)(B)(C), S05PL8DS(A)(B)(C). The snowmobile model and serial number identification decal is located on the right-front side decal of the tunnel. The serial number is permanently stamped into the tunnel and the model number is embossed on the decal. Read more.


July 27, 2005

Chairs, Stools & Benches, Babies and Kids

Fourstar Group Recall to Repair Kid's Folding Chairs

The recalled kid's folding chairs are made of metal tubing with a vinyl padded seat and seat back. They were sold in red, blue, yellow, green, pink, and lavender solid colors. They also come in pink with "Princess" printed in red on the seat and seat back along with stars, crowns and hearts, or in blue with pictures of basketballs, soccer balls, footballs, football helmets, and rollerblades. The recalled chairs were sold individually or as part of a set consisting of a table and two chairs. Each chair is about 22-inches high, 13.5-inches wide, and about 11.5-inches deep. "MANUFACTURED BY FOURSTAR GROUP INC." OR "IMPORTED BY FOURSTAR INTERNATIONAL TRADING COMPANY" is written on a label located underneath the seat of the chairs. Read more.


July 27, 2005

Chairs, Stools & Benches, Babies and Kids

Idea Nuova Inc. Recall to Repair Children's Folding Chairs

The recalled children's folding chairs are made of metal tubing with a vinyl padded seat and seat back. They were sold with the following designs: "Monkey Moods" a monkey with stars, "Rock n Roll" with a monkey playing a guitar, "Princess" with pink flowers and a crown, "Sport" with a football, basketball and soccer ball, "Training Camp" with frogs, "Rainbow Angel" with clouds, rainbows and stars, Spiderman®, and Disney® Princess. The recalled chairs were sold as part of a set consisting of a table and two chairs. Each chair is about 22-inches high, 13 inches wide, and about 11 inches deep. "Idea Nuova Inc." or "I.N.I." is printed on a label located underneath the seat of the chairs. Read more.


July 27, 2005

Chairs, Stools & Benches, Babies and Kids

Meco Corp. Recall of Children’s Folding Chairs

: The recalled children’s folding chairs have safety locks under the seat. The chairs are made of metal tubing with a vinyl padded seat and seat back. They were sold in red, blue, yellow and green colors as a part of a set consisting of a table and four chairs. Each chair is about 22-inches high, 10-inches wide, and about 11-inches deep. “Meco” or “Samsonite” is printed on the label underneath the seat bottom. Read more.


July 26, 2005

Wagons, Babies and Kids, Baby Walkers and Jumpers, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Radio Flyer Inc. Recall of Toddler Walker Wagon

The recalled wooden Walker Wagon has a push handle and removable wooden stake sides. It is 22-inches long, 12-inches wide and 16 ½-inches high at the top of the handle. The Walker Wagon body is red and has the name “Radio Flyer” in white lettering on each side. The recalled Walker Wagons have black plastic clickers that make a clicking sound when the plastic wheels turn. The clickers are located between the rear wheels and the wagon. The Walker Wagon is intended for children 1 to 4 years old. The Walker Wagons with clear plastic clickers are not included in this recall. Read more.


July 26, 2005

Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Outerwear

H&M Recall of Baby Denim and Knit Jackets

These jackets are light blue denim with two breast pockets, a gray knit hood and gray knit sleeves. The buttons have “BABY” written on the front. A red and white “A” patch is sewn on the front, a blue “3” decal is on one sleeve and a red football is on the other sleeve. The recall included jackets sold in sizes 2 months through 18 months. Style number “432740” is written on the laundry care tag inside the jacket. “H&M” is written on the collar label. Read more.


July 26, 2005

Fire Extinguishers, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Home Security

Kidde Recall of Industrial Fire Extinguishers

This Alert involves all Kidde 10 lb. dry chemical fire extinguishers manufactured with a black plastic Zytel® nylon valve assembly and a steel cylinder between 1991 and 2000. These units were the subject of Kidde Service Bulletin 007 issued on July 21, 2004. These units were designed for commercial and industrial applications, and the majority of these units were placed into service in factories, plants, businesses and other commercial locations as they require service by a qualified Fire Extinguisher Distributor or Service Organization every 6 years. Some of these units are in use in residential settings. The affected extinguishers have a steel cylinder with a welded neck ring and are between 19 to 21 inches tall as depicted in the image below. This Alert does not apply to Kidde’s smaller 2 1/2 and 5 lb. residential fire extinguishers. Read more.


July 25, 2005

Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories, Cycling and Scooters and Skateboards and Skates, Sports and Recreation

VisionTech USA, Inc. Recall of Bicycle Aero Bars

Aero bars are handlebar extensions typically used on racing and triathlon bicycles that either clip on to the handlebars or are sold as an integrated handlebar and stem system. The aero bars allow riders to ride in an aerodynamic crouching position. The recalled aero bars are an integrated system which have a casted aluminum centerpiece which are attached to a handlebar, a stem and two aero bars each approximately 15 inches long, protruding in front of the handlebar. The VisionTech logo is displayed in gold lettering against a black background on the wings of the bar. Bicycle aero bars bearing a silver and red decal on the wings with the words "Vision by Full Speed Ahead" are not included in this recall. Read more.


July 19, 2005

Toy Trucks, Babies and Kids, Toy Vehicles (Not Riding Toys), Toys

Target Recall of Children's Toy Trucks

The recall includes four-piece "So Hot Way Cool Free Wheel" Truck sets. Various trucks sold in the sets include a combination of fire trucks, oil trucks, vegetable trucks, sanitation trucks, tow trucks and box trucks. Writing on the trucks includes, "EMERGENCY" or "CITY SERVICE." The words "So Hot Way Cool Free Wheel Truck" and the item number 204 02 0838 are written on the packaging. Read more.


July 19, 2005

Torches, Flashlights or Battery-Powered Lanterns, Outdoor Lighting, Yard and Garden

Lamplight Farms Inc. Recall of Tiki® Cone Metal Torches Sold at Wal-Mart

The recalled Tiki® Cone Metal Torch is a 6-foot long, outdoor, open-flame lamp consisting of a black metal pole topped by a copper-colored, cone-shaped metal head. A black decorative rod spirals around the head of the torch. The torch head includes the fuel reservoir, cover and wick. It was sold under Lamplight Farms model numbers 1263 and 126301 and Wal-Mart item numbers 1656121 and 1691366. Both items were sold with the same UPC number 086861012635, which is located on the bottom of the printed hangtag. Read more.


July 14, 2005

Strollers & Accessories, Babies and Kids, Strollers, Strollers and Car Seats

Sycamore Kids Inc. Recall of Mountain Buggy Jogging Strollers

The recalled strollers have a metal frame and a cloth seat with a sun canopy. The strollers were sold in a variety of solid colors, including navy, red, black, silver and orange. A metal plate above the footrest shows the Mountain Buggy logo with “Mountain Buggy” written underneath. “URBAN” also is written on the metal plates. The recalled Mountain Buggy Urban Single strollers have item number U1204-002, and serial numbers between 000000 and 0003342. The recalled Mountain Buggy Urban Double strollers have item number U2204-002, and serial numbers between 000000 and 006957. The serial number and model number are on the back of the metal plate. Read more.


July 13, 2005

Fireworks, Fireworks and Flares, Fuel and Lighters and Fireworks

BJ Alan Co. Recall of "Blaster Balls" Fireworks

The products are two hard balls that meant to produce a snapping or popping sound when hit together. Each package contains a pair of blaster balls that are about 1.25-inches in diameter and were sold in assorted colors. They were sold in a blister pack that measured about 6.75-inches by 5-inches, with a UPC number located on the pack of package reading 3826959035. Read more.


July 13, 2005

Spear/Dart Guns, Gas or Air or Spring-Operated Guns, Non-powder Guns, Sports and Recreation

Value City Recall of Blow Dart Guns

The blow dart gun is a 51-inch long decorative wooden tube with an attached pouch containing five darts. The brown, bamboo-shaped gun has a black, small barrel-like container attached to the top. Read more.


July 13, 2005

Fireworks, Fireworks and Flares, Fuel and Lighters and Fireworks

BJ Alan Co. Recall of Mammoth Smoke Fountain Fireworks

The products are smoke-producing novelty devices packaged in a 4.5-inch long cylindrical tube. "MAMMOTH SMOKE" is written on the side of the devices in blue and yellow. They were sold in sets with other types of fireworks. Read more.


July 12, 2005

Vitamins & Supplements, Babies and Kids, Drugs and Cosmetics, Personal Care, Tablet or Capsule Drugs

NBTY Inc. Recall of Multivitamins

The Nature's Bounty and Natural Wealth brand multivitamins have lot number 60835-06 written on the label. The recalled vitamins were sold in containers of 100 caplets. The containers are both clear with white caps. They are labeled "Nature's Bounty Multi-Day Multivitamin Plus Iron" or "Natural Wealth Daily Vitamin Plus Iron." Read more.


July 11, 2005

Gun Accessories, Safes, Babies and Kids, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Home Security

Perm-a-Store Announce Recall of Inprint Safe-Boxes for Handguns

These silver Inprint™ safe-boxes are about 8-inches long, 6-inches wide and 12.5-inches high and have "INPRINT" written on the top of the safe. They have serial numbers 04470001 through 04470500 printed on the inside back panel near the battery tray. Read more.


July 8, 2005

Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed, Babies and Kids, Dolls or Plush Toys or And Action Figures, Toys

Pokémon USA Recall of Pokémon Plush Toys

The recall involves 10 “Pokédoll” plush toy characters including Pikachu, Minun, Plusle, Skitty, Evee, Munchlax, Mew, Ho-Oh, and Lugia. Pikachu comes in a 12-inch and a 6-inch tall version. All of the other characters are approximately 6-inches tall. They have a sewn-in label that reads: “Pokémon Center ©2005 Pokémon /Nintendo /Creatures/ GAME FREAK” on one side and “2005 MADE IN CHINA” on the other. Read more.


July 7, 2005

Strollers & Accessories, Babies and Kids, Strollers, Strollers and Car Seats

Graco Children's Products Inc. Recall of Duo Tandem and Certain MetroLite™ Strollers

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July 6, 2005

Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories, Cycling and Scooters and Skateboards and Skates, Sports and Recreation

Rolf Prima Inc. Recall of Bicycle Wheels

These 2003 Rolf Prima Vigor and Elan wheels were sold in a front and rear wheel set. Only the rear wheel is affected. "Rolf Prima Vigor" or "Rolf Prima Elan" are written on the wheel rim. The wheel models have serial numbers between 03926 and 06586. The serial number is located on the rim, under the yellow rim tape and is not visible from the outside of the wheel. The tire, tube and rim strip must be removed. Read more.


July 6, 2005

Bathtubs & Seats (Baby), Babies and Kids, Baby Bathtub Seats and Rings, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Dorel Juvenile Group Issue Alert on Safety 1st Tubside Bath Seats

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July 6, 2005

Tractors, Gardening and Landscaping, Yard and Garden

Tecumseh Power Co. Recall to Repair Lawn Tractors

These lawn tractors have a 6-speed MST206-545C Peerless transaxle and a 17.5, 18, 18.5 or 19 horsepower engine. The recalled tractor and transaxle model number information is located below the tractor seat (see Figure 1), and on the transaxle housing (see Figure 2). The recalled transaxles have a date of manufacture code (DOM) between 4275 and 5047 followed by the letter "G", which can be found on the Transaxle ID Label (see Figure 3). Read more.


July 5, 2005

Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts, Golf Carts, Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation

Club Car Recall of Golf Cars

The Precedent and Precedent Champion golf cars are branded with the Precedent name on the steering wheel. The affected vehicles have serial number prefixes beginning with the two-letter combination CE, CF, PE, PF, PQ or PR. The serial number is located in the dash compartment on the passenger side of the car. Read more.


July 1, 2005

Exercise Equipment, Sports and Recreation, Track and Field and Exercise

Nautilus Inc. Recall to Repair Exercise Benches

The Nautilus NT 1020 is a free-standing exercise bench typically used for free weight workouts. It is comprised of a white steel base with wheels on one end, with a black vinyl bench and back support. The fronts of both the white base and the black vinyl back support are stamped with the name “Nautilus.” A tag affixed to the reverse side of the back support includes “Distributed by Nautilus/Schwinn Fitness Group Inc.” and “Made in China.” At the bottom of the product’s base, near its wheels, is a sticker that includes the words “Production Date Code” and a 4-digit number. The first three digits of the date code identify the day and the fourth digit identifies the year in which the unit was built. Units included in this recall have Production Date Codes from year 2002 that run between code numbers 1952 and 3652, and Production Date Codes from year 2003 that run between code numbers 0013 and 1903. Benches that are white in color and do not have a Production Date Code sticker also are included in this recall. Read more.


July 1, 2005

Candles & Candle Holders

Two’s Company Inc. Recall of Shell Candles

These recalled candles are wax-filled sea urchin shells, and were sold under item number 2659, which is found on the packaging tag. The candles are about 2.5-inches in diameter. Read more.


July 1, 2005

All Terrain Vehicles (ATV), Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation

HiPer Technology Inc. Recall of ATV Wheels

The recalled 9-inch ATV aftermarket rear wheels have a model number of 0990 YHR. The rear wheels were manufactured from February 15, 2005 through May 2005. The recalled wheel can be used as the rear wheel on ATVs having the following bolt patterns: four bolts on a 110mm circle or four bolts on a 115mm circle. The center section of the wheel is made of aluminum and has eight bolt holes. Read more.


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