September, 2008

September 30, 2008

Furniture (Miscellaneous)

IKEA Recalls to Repair Chest of Drawers Due to Laceration Hazard

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. KVIBY chests with a date stamp of 0818 and later have improved replacement knobs and screws and are not included in the recall. Read more.


September 30, 2008

Toy Boats, Babies and Kids, Toys, Water Toys

Toy Boats Recalled by Buzz's Boatyard Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

This recall involves two models of tin Pop Pop toy boats. Models included in the recall are the 13-inch “Titanic” and the “Hut” Pop Pop boats. Read more.


September 30, 2008

Toasters/Toaster Ovens, Appliances, Kitchen, Toasters

Wal-Mart Recalls General Electric Toasters Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

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 and 169116 are included in this recall. The model number is printed on the bottom of the toasters. Read more.


September 26, 2008

Lawn Mowers & Accessories, Lawn Mowers, Lawn Mowers and Leaf Blowers and Lawn Vacuums, Yard and Garden

Shivvers Manufacturing Recalls Lawn Mower Jacks Due to Collapse Hazard

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. Read more.


September 26, 2008

Snowmobiles, Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation

Ski-Doo Snowmobiles Recalled by BRP US Inc. Due to Drive Axle Failure; Riders Can Be Thrown From Snowmobile

This recall involves Ski-Doo® Model Year 2008 and 2009 snowmobiles. Models included in the recall are listed below. Model numbers are printed on the side panels of the snowmobiles. Read more.


September 25, 2008

Toy Ride-on, Babies and Kids, Riding Toys, Toys

Four-Wheeled Ride-On Vehicles Recalled by Razor USA Due to Throttle Controller Defect

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. The product ID numbers are located on the bar code affixed to the right step of the vehicle, on the charger and on the retail packaging. Product ID numbers beginning with 103110-03 or later are not included in this recall. Read more.


September 25, 2008

Scooters / Mini bikes, Babies and Kids, Cycling and Scooters and Skateboards and Skates, Scooters, Sports and Recreation

Razor USA Recalls PowerWing Three-Wheeled Scooters Due to Laceration Hazard

The PowerWing is a three-wheeled scooter, which was sold in either black or silver. The recall includes products with serial numbers beginning with: Read more.


September 25, 2008

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

Toy Police Cars Recalled by TCB Imports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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. The cars measure 8 inches by 4 inches by 4 ½ inches. Item number TF820 is printed on the product’s packaging. Read more.


September 24, 2008

Chairs, Stools & Benches

Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores Recall SmartSpace Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

This recall involves the SmartSpace™ Papasan chair. The silver metal frame chair has a circular fabric seat that sits on a 10-inch-tall base. The fabric seat used with the papasan chairs were sold in purple, pacific, lime yellow and gray. A hangtag on the chair reads “Smartspace Papasan Chair – 1 piece.” Read more.


September 24, 2008

Television Carts/Stands/Entertainment Centers, Furniture, Furniture and Furnishings and Decorations, Television Tables or Stands

TV Stands Recalled By Studio RTA Due to TV Tip-over Hazard

This recall involves four different TV stand models. Model numbers are printed on the packaging and instruction’s sheet. Read more.


September 24, 2008

Coolers, Outdoors and Camping, Portable Food or Beverage Coolers, Sports and Recreation

Igloo Products Announces Recall of Coolers Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively in West Marine Stores

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. Read more.


September 23, 2008

Cookers & Cookware, Appliances, Electric Deep Fryers, Kitchen

Euro-Pro and QVC Recall Deep Fryers Due to Burn Hazard

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. Read more.


September 23, 2008

Books & Accessories, Books or Magazines or Albums or Scrapbooks, Hobby, Reading

Harry Potter Bookends Recalled By Giftco Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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. Read more.


September 23, 2008

Lights & Accessories

Gotham Lighting Recalls Compact Fluorescent Recessed Ceiling Lights; Can Fail to Work in an Emergency

Only Gotham Compact Fluorescent Downlights sold with the optional backup battery pack are included in the recall. The lights are recessed ceiling lights that were manufactured between November 1, 2007 and July 31, 2008. Read more.


September 22, 2008

Toy Blocks/Sorting, Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets, Babies and Kids, Toys

Wood Abacus Recalled by LTD Commodities LLC Due to Choking Hazard

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. Read more.


September 18, 2008

Lights & Accessories, Outdoor Lighting, Yard and Garden

Safety Alert: Petzl America Warns of Burn Hazard from Headlamps; Product Should Only Be Used with Non-Rechargeable Batteries

This safety alert involves the “MYO” and “MYO Belt” headlamps with name and model numbers listed below. The “MYO” headlamps have a battery pack attached to the headband. The “MYO Belt” headlamps have a remote battery pack attached to the headlamp via a long electric cable. Read more.


September 17, 2008

Cribs, Babies and Kids, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs Recalled By Various Retailers Due To Serious Entrapment And Suffocation Hazard To Infants and Toddlers

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. Read more.


September 17, 2008

Pools and Water Sports, Scuba Diving, Sports and Recreation

Aqua Lung Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard

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. Read more.


September 17, 2008

Extension Cords/Power Strips, Cables and Surge and Power Protection, Electronics, Extension Cords

Hanashop Recalls Counterfeit Power Cords Due to Fire and Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively on eBay

The recall involves 2-Ft., 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, which is indicated in the picture below. Read more.


September 16, 2008

Sports Equipment & Accessories, Babies and Kids, Field and Court Sports, Soccer, Sports and Recreation

Regent Sports Recalls Soccer Goal Nets Following Strangulation Death of a Child

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. Read more.


September 16, 2008

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

Deere & Company Recalls Gator XUV Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard

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. Read more.


September 16, 2008

Bottles (Sports/Water/Thermos), Babies and Kids, Containers and Packaging, Other Containers and Packaging, Vacuum Containers

Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Children's Metal Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard

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. Read more.


September 11, 2008

Carpets/Rugs, Area Rugs or Carpets, Flooring, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

Rugs Sold Exclusively at JC Penney Recalled by JLA Home Due to Fire Hazard

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. Read more.


September 11, 2008

Boilers & Accessories, Boilers, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

PB Heat Recalls Gas Boilers Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

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: Read more.


September 11, 2008

Bassinets and Cradles, Babies and Kids, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Some Recalled Simplicity Bassinets Include Graco and "Winnie the Pooh" Brand

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September 10, 2008

Pools and Water Sports, Scuba Diving, Sports and Recreation

Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard

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. Read more.


September 10, 2008

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

Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Recalled by Protocol Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

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September 4, 2008

Computer Equipment, Computers & Monitors & Projectors, Electronics, Laptop Computers

Sony Recalls Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard

The recalled notebook computer models are the VAIO VGN-TZ100 series, VGN-TZ200 series, VGN-TZ300 series and VGN-TZ2000 series. The computers’ screen size is about 11.1” measured diagonally. Not all units are affected; consumers should contact Sony to determine if their unit is included in the recall. Read more.


September 3, 2008

Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves, Appliances, Kitchen, Ranges and Ovens

Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard

This recall involves the following Wolf Appliance 48-Inch gas ranges with model numbers: P48, PS48 and R48. The gas ranges are stainless steel with a double oven. A “Wolf” appliance logo is on the front of the larger oven door. Read more.


September 3, 2008

Infant Carriers/Slings/Backpacks/Car Seats, Babies and Kids, Baby Carriers, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

The recalled carriers were sold under the “Action Baby Carrier” brand name. The carriers are sold in various colors and patterns: blue, brown, green, "so square", "the larrisa" and "spring breeze." Read more.


September 3, 2008

Screwdrivers, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Tools and Hardware

Cordless Screwdrivers Recalled by Menards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

The recalled cordless screwdrivers are green and gray in color. “MASTERFORCE” is printed on the top of the tool. “LITHIUM-ION TECHNOLOGY” and “241-0717” are printed on the handle. Read more.


September 3, 2008

Dog Leashes, Hobby, Pet Supplies

Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes; Metal Clasp Can Break and Cause Facial and Body Injuries to Dog Owners

This recall involves the SlyDog™ Retractable Dog Leash with a metal clasp. The leash has a handle composed of a blue plastic case with a black plastic grip. The leash is made of a black woven strap and measures approximately one-half inch wide. The end of the leash has a metal clasp which connects to the dog’s collar. The SlyDog™ retractable leashes with a plastic clasp are not included in this recall. Read more.


September 3, 2008

Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Shoes and other footwear, Socks

Circo Children's Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

The recall involves girls Circo bobbie socks. The socks were sold in packs of six (pink, purple, plain white and three pairs with 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. Read more.


September 3, 2008

Candles & Candle Holders, Costume/Children's Jewelry

Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

The recalled pewter pendants were sold in a collection of 12 pendants. The pendants were sold separately and on candles of various colors and scents. Read more.


September 3, 2008

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

Bicycles with Deda Forza Handlebar Stems Recalled by Deda Elementi Due to Crash Hazard

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. Read more.


September 2, 2008

Planting/Gardening Accessories, Gardening and Landscaping, Wheelbarrows or Lawn Carts, Yard and Garden

Rapid Reel Recalls Portable Garden Hose Carts; Tires Can Explode Posing an Injury Hazard

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. Read more.


September 2, 2008

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

Hooded Sweaters Recalled by Empress Arts; Children Can Strangle on 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. Read more.


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