February, 2009

February 27, 2009

Telephones, Cell Phones & Accessories, Cell Phones, Electronics, Telephones or Cell Phones and Accessories

Certain LG 830 "Spyder" Cell Phones Recalled For Upgrade Due to Dropped Connection or Poor Connection on Emergency 911 Calls

The recall involves LG 830 “Spyder” touch-screen slider cell phones with software versions T83LGV03 and T83LGV04, which were sold for use with the following regional wireless carriers: Cellular South, Cellcom, Bluegrass Cellular, Centennial de Puerto Rico, Appalachian Wireless, Illinois Valley Cellular, Northwest Missouri Cellular, Inland Cellular, Leaco, Golden State Cellular, Thumb Cellular, Silver Star Communications, and Nex-Tech Wireless. Read more.


February 26, 2009

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

Salsa Bicycles Recalls Bicycles; Handlebar Stems Can Break Causing Rider to Fall

This recall involves all CroMoto S.U.L. stems sold as individual aftermarket units and on these models of complete Salsa bicycles: Ala Carte, El Mariachi, Casseroll Triple, Casseroll Single and La Cruz. The aftermarket stems are black and have the word “Salsa” painted on the extension. The complete bike stems are painted to match the bike model color and have the word “Salsa” painted on the extension. The recalled stems range from 75 through 105-degree rise and extension length from 90 to 120mm. Please visit the firm’s web site at www.salsacromotostem.com for a complete list of model numbers and names included in this recall. Read more.


February 25, 2009

Rattles, Toy Cars, Toy Miscellaneous, Babies and Kids, Toys

Various Toys Recalled by CBB Group Due to Choking Hazard and Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The recalled toys are described in the chart below: Read more.


February 24, 2009

Pools and Water Sports, Scuba Diving, Sports and Recreation

Silent Diving Systems Recalls Scuba Diving Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard

The crimped hoses are used to carry the air supply in the re-breathing diving system. The hoses were sold on three re-breathing models: Inspiration, Evolution and Evolution Plus. Hoses with a smooth (uncrimped) collar and with the model numbers listed below are included in the recall: Read more.


February 24, 2009

Air Rifles/Air Guns/BB Guns & Accessories, Gas or Air or Spring-Operated Guns, Non-powder Guns, Sports and Recreation

Air Venturi Recalls Air Rifles That Can Unexpectedly Fire, Posing Serious Injury Hazard

This recall involves model 909S Sam Yang .45 caliber rifles shipped to consumers after July 1, 2008. The rifle is a precharged pneumatic air rifle, powered by compressed air. Read more.


February 19, 2009

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

Old Navy Recalls Stuffed Toys; Button Eyes Can Detach and Pose a Choking Hazard to Young Children

The stuffed animal and creature toys are made out of cotton and have plastic button eyes. They come in a variety of styles, such as a rabbit, penguin and reindeer. The recalled toys and style numbers are listed below: Read more.


February 18, 2009

Hunting Accessories, Archery, Other Sports and Recreation Activities, Sports and Recreation

Compound Bows Recalled by BowTech Archery; Bow Can Unexpectedly Break Apart

This recall involves the “The General” compound bows hunting and target models with draw weights of 60 and 70 pounds that do not have a collet (see illustration below) in the limb. The bows measure about 31 inches long and have draw lengths of 26-30 inches. Hunting models were sold in camouflage patterns; target models were sold in gray, black, and wood-grain. The bows have laminated wood grips engraved with the word “BowTech” and a label with “The General” on the center pivot point of the bottom limb. Read more.


February 18, 2009

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

True Value Recalls Wheelbarrows; Over-Inflated Tire Can Cause Wheel to Break and Pose Injury Hazard

The recalled wheelbarrow has tan plastic wheel rims, a black plastic tray and steel handles and axle. Read more.


February 17, 2009

Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets, Babies and Kids, Doll Houses And Other Play Scenes, Toys

Evenflo Recalls Children's Activity Centers Due to Fall Hazard

The recall involves Evenflo ExerSaucer Triple Fun stationary activity centers made between October 2006 and December 2008. The model number is 6231711. Stage 3 position involves converting the product into an activity table. No other ExerSaucer models use end caps and, therefore, no other models are included in this recall. Read more.


February 12, 2009

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

Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Hill Sportswear To Recall Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings

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February 12, 2009

Skiing/Snowboarding, Ice and Snow Sports, Snow Skiing, Sports and Recreation

Nordica USA Recalls to Repair Skis; Binding Plates Can Break, Poses Fall Hazard to Skiers

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February 12, 2009

Toy Play Sets/Activity Sets, Babies and Kids, Doll Houses And Other Play Scenes, Toys

Disney Store Recalls Toy Tool Sets Due to Choking Hazard

The recalled Playhouse Disney “Handy Manny” Tool Set is a plastic, eight-piece toy set that includes a tool box, hammer, saw, pliers, wrench, tape measure and two screwdrivers. The name “Handy Manny” is embossed on one side of the tool box. The UPC (#405144100614 or #422147400633) can be located on the product’s packaging. Read more.


February 11, 2009

Grills and Accessories, Outdoor Gas Grills and Stoves, Yard and Garden

Outdoor Stoves Recalled by Jetboil Due to Burn Hazard

This recall involves personal and group cooking stoves often used during outdoor camping. The recalled models include: Personal Cooking Systems in black (PBL075-BLK-(PCS) and camo (PBL075-CAMO-(PCS), Backcountry Gourmet Set (BDLFRY), Personal Cooking System with Companion Cup (BDL001), Personal Cooking System with Pot Support & Stabilizer (BDL002), Personal Cooking System with Coffee Press (BDL003), and Personal Cooking System Java Kit (BDLJAVA) and Group Cooking System (GCS150). Read more.


February 10, 2009

Games, Billiards (Pool), Billiards and Darts and Table Tennis, Sports and Recreation

Golfer's Billiard Games Recalled by Dick's Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

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February 10, 2009

Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves, Grills and Accessories, Outdoor Gas Grills and Stoves, Yard and Garden

Camp Stoves Sold Exclusively at Dick's Sporting Goods Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

This recall involves the “Field & Stream” dual burner camp stove, which is a propane-fueled portable stove. The style number (#CEH00475) can be located on the product’s packaging. The “Field & Stream” logo is on the back panel of the stove behind the burners. Read more.


February 10, 2009

Lamps

Catalina Lighting Recalls Halogen Clamp Lamps Due to Fire and Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively At Staples Stores

The halogen clamp lamps, also known as architect’s lamp, have 150 watt halogen bulb, an articulating arm, and a clamp desk lamp that adjusts up, down and swivels. Only lamps with model number 13456-US and lot numbers C06081581V185, C06081582V185 and C06081584V185 are included in the recall. Read more.


February 10, 2009

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

Marzocchi Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Crash Hazard and Risk of Injury during Repair

The recalled bicycle forks were sold for installation on mountain bikes. The recall involves certain 2008 model year 888RC3 and 888RC3WC suspensions with date codes beginning with T07D07, T07D08 and T07D09. The forks are white or black with red and black artwork on the legs. Read more.


February 10, 2009

ATVs Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure

The model name and KTM™ logo are located on the side of the recalled ATVs. The following models are included in this recall: Read more.


February 5, 2009

Bunk Beds, Babies and Kids

The Land of Nod Recalls to Repair Cottage Bunk Beds Due to Fall Hazard

The Cottage Bunk Beds can be configured as bunk beds or as twin beds. The assembled bunk bed dimensions are 81.5 inches (length) by 43.5 inches (width) by 74.5 inches (height). The beds were sold in both white (model #s 236-519 and 188-174) and pine/honey finishes (model #s 459-410 and 172-596) and included a long and a short upper bunk guardrail, each of which should be secured to the inside of the upper bunk bed’s side rail with screws. Stickers bearing the model numbers are located on the inside of the lower bunk headboard. Read more.


February 5, 2009

Timers, Electronics

Intermatic Recalls Digital Timers Due to Shock Hazard

The recalled Intermatic DT17 heavy-duty digital timers are lamp and appliance timers. They were packaged as the “DT17C Heavy Duty Digital Timer” and the “DT17C8 Heavy Duty Digital Timer.” The timer is white-colored and measures 3 3/8” tall x 2 5/8” wide x 1 5/8” deep. Only products with date codes of “40Z” through “52Z” or date codes ending in “A,” “B” or “C” are included in the recall. The brand name “Intermatic” is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number (“DT17”) and date code are printed on the back of the timer. Read more.


February 4, 2009

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

Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Jerry Leigh of California Due to Strangulation Hazard

This recall involves the Harajuku Lovers Hooded Jackets with the RSL Hoodie & Lovers Leopard styles. The RSL Hoodie style has numerous pictures of girls riding motor scooters and the words “ready steady love” printed on it. The Lovers Leopard style has a leopard design in grey and black.“Harajuku Lovers” is printed on a tag sawn next to the care label. Read more.


February 4, 2009

Gates (Safety), Babies and Kids, Baby Gates or Barriers, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Dorel Juvenile Group Recalls Safety 1st Stair Gates Due to Fall Hazard

The recall involves the Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gate with model number 42111, which is printed on a sticker under the handle panel. The gates, which were manufactured before December 31, 2007, are white metal with a gray handle and a motion sensor nightlight that illuminates on approach. The manufacture date is located below the gate’s handle as a date wheel imprinted in the plastic; an arrow indicates the month, and the year is stamped inside the circle. The manufacture date is also printed on a sticker inside the battery door. Read more.


February 4, 2009

Swing Sets, Babies and Kids, Playground Equipment, Sports and Recreation, Swings or Swing Sets

Playland International Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard

The recalled includes swings sets with a 3.5 inch arch swing frame and a 3.5 inch top metal bar. The recalled swing sets come in red, orange, yellow, blue, tan, white, black , brown, teal, green, fuchsia, burgundy and purple. Read more.


February 4, 2009

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

Bicycles with R-SYS Wheel Rims Recalled by Mavic USA Due to Crash Hazard

This recall includes R-SYS and R-SYS Premium front wheel rims. They were sold as original equipment on various bicycle brands and were also sold separately. R-SYS wheel rims are designed for road bikes. “R-SYS” is printed on the front rim of the wheels. The rims are 22mm in diameter, with 16 tubular, unidirectional carbon spokes. Read more.


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