September, 2001

September 26, 2001

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

Suzuki Youth ATV Recall

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September 26, 2001

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

Maytag Amana Gas Range Recall

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September 20, 2001

Automotive Products, Cleaners/Cleaning Products, Automotive Waxes or Polishes or Cleaners, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Household Chemicals and Paint and Cleaning Products

Blue Coral Recall of Rain-X® Glass Cleaner and Washer Fluid

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September 20, 2001

Cleaners/Cleaning Products, Drain Cleaners, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Household Chemicals and Paint and Cleaning Products

National Service Industries Recall of Drain Cleaners

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September 18, 2001

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

TH!NK Mobility Recalls Electrically Assisted Bicycles

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September 13, 2001

Circular Saws, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Portable Circular Power Saws, Tools and Hardware

Ryobi Recall to Repair Circular Saws

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September 13, 2001

Windows, Doors and Windows, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Windows and Window Glass (Other Than Storm Windows)

Andersen Window Latch Recall

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September 12, 2001

Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation, Tree Stands (Hunting)

Hunter's View Recall of Hunting Treestands

Hunter's View Recall of Hunting Treestands NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 12, 2001 Release # 01-229 Treestand Recall Hotline: (888) 878-0440 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: Scott Wolfson, (301) 504-7051 CPSC, Hunter's View Ltd. Announce Recall of Hunting Treestands WASHINGTON, D.C.- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hunter's View Ltd., of Peoria, Ill., is voluntarily Recalling about 30,000 treestands used by hunters. The cables on these stands can break, causing the treestand to fall to the ground, posing an injury hazard to consumers. Hunter's View has not received any reports of injuries. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. The recalled treestands weigh between 16 and 22 lbs., are made of Aluminum and steel, and have a platform and padded seat cushion. The stands are attached to a tree and provide hunters with an elevated view of potential game. The models involved in the recall are the HVTS-100 Wildcat, HVTS-101 Wildcat with camo seat, HVTS-102 Wildcat Comfort Zone, HVTS-104 Wildcat Swivel Seat, HVTS-300 Big Daddy, HVTS-302 Big Daddy Comfort Zone, HVTS-400 Big Horn Ram, HVTS-402 Hoot Owl, HVTS-500 Timber Ghost, HVATS-3000 Big Daddy Lite, and HVATS-4020 Comfort Zone Swivel Seat. A yellow label on the treestand reads, "Hunter's View Ltd., 1-888-878-0440." Hunting and sporting goods stores and catalogs nationwide, sold the treestands from March 2001 through August 2001 for between $50 and $150. Consumers should stop using the treestands immediately and contact Hunter's View for a free repair. Consumer should call Hunter's View toll-free at (888) 878-0440 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can write to the company at Hunter's View Ltd., 1621 W. Chanute Rd., Peoria, IL 61615. Read more.


September 12, 2001

Bars And Bar Accessories, Furniture, Furniture and Furnishings and Decorations, Other Furniture

Mill's Pride Recalls Assembled Utility Wall Cabinet

Mill's Pride Recalls Assembled Utility Wall Cabinet NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 12, 2001 Release # 01-230 Firm Hotline: (877) 677-6777 CPSC Consumer Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact:Ken Giles, (301) 504-7052 Mill's Pride Contact: Samuel P. Cypert, (313) 792-6646 CPSC, Mill's Pride Announce Recall of Assembled Utility Wall Cabinet WASHINGTON, D.C.- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mill's Pride, of Waverly, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 187,000 "Premier" and "Four Seasons" brand assembled utility wall cabinets. The cabinets can detach from the wall and fall, possibly injuring consumers. Mill's Pride has received 18 reports of cabinets falling from the wall, including four reports of consumers receiving minor injuries such as cuts, scrapes and bruises. The utility cabinets are sold fully assembled and consumer- installed. The cabinets are white and measure 54-inches wide by 24- inches high. Each cabinet has three doors, two adjustable shelves and one divider panel. The cabinets are made of particle board with a white vinyl laminate. There are no identifying labels on the product; however, these were the only assembled white 54-inch utility cabinets sold at Home Depot stores from July 2000 through May 2001. Home Depot stores nationwide exclusively sold the cabinets for about $90. Consumers should carefully remove the cabinet's contents and contact Mill's Pride at (877) 677-6777 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a free repair kit. . Read more.


September 10, 2001

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

Storybook Heirlooms Recalls Children's Pajamas

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September 7, 2001

Vacuum Cleaners/Sweepers, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Home Cleaning Appliances and Equipment, Vacuum Cleaners

Oreck Mfg. Recall of Certain A/C Adaptors for its ZipVac Hand Held Rechargeable Vacuum

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September 6, 2001

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

York International Corporation Recall of Gas Furnaces

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September 6, 2001

Toy Miscellaneous, Babies and Kids, Toy Boxes or Chests, Toys

Kids II Recalls Butterfly Baby Toys

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September 6, 2001

Toy Miscellaneous, Babies and Kids, Dolls or Plush Toys or And Action Figures, Toys

Kids II Recalls Butterfly Baby Toys

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September 6, 2001

Gas Furnaces, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

York International Corporation Recall of Gas Furnaces

York International Corporation Recall of Gas Furnaces Recall Alert U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 September 6, 2001 Alert #01-526 CPSC, York International Corporation Announce Recall of Gas Furnaces PRODUCT: Gas Furnaces - York International Corporation of York Pa., has initiated a voluntary recall to inspect and possibly repair about 7,000 mid-efficiency 80 percent gas furnaces manufactured between May 1, 2001 and July 16, 2001 to correct possible unsecured heat exchanger tubes in furnaces. The furnaces are marketed under the York, Luxaire, and Coleman brands. York mid-efficiency 80 percent gas furnaces have been installed nationwide by independent installer and contractors. The model families that are involved are P4HU, P1DU, FL8B, G8D, G8T, and L8T. The brand name, model number and serial numbers are located inside the removable front panels of the furnaces The serial numbers of the suspect units all start with the same four alpha characters "WFKM" and "WGKM." and the numerical sequences are as follows: Furnace Serial Numbers Model Number WGKM007655-WGKM007659 FL8B08016UH12 WGKM007661-WFKM007709 G8T08016UHB11 WGKM007605-WGKM007619 G8D10020UHC11 WFKM003094-WFKM003143 G8T08016UHB11A WFKM003144-WFKM003193 G8T10020UHC11A WGKM007710-WGKM007739 L8T08016UHB11 WGKM012457-WGKM012506 L8T10020UHC11 WGKM018664-WGKM018668 L8T11520UHC11 WGKM007620-WGKM007629 P1DUC20L08001 WFKM003055-WFKM003128 WFKM047734-WFKM047783 WFKM020141-WFKM020240 WGKM007550-WGKM007654 WGKM022174-WGKM022308 P4HUB12N08001 WFKM003129-WFKM014912 WFKM031608-WFKM031822 WFKM056001-WFKM056450 WFKM068950-WFKM069349 WGKM009491-WGKM009852 WGKM022833-WGKM023051 P4HUB16N06401 WFKM016427-WFKM016526 WFKM031458-WFKM031607 WFKM047784-WFKM054043 WFKM063721-WFKM064395 WGKM009291-WGKM009490 WGKM022319-WGKM022831 P4HUB16L06401 WFKM020241-WFKM020290 WFKM031824-WFKM031872 P4HUC20N06401 WFKM020291-WFKM020365 WFKM031873-WFKM032032 WGKM018256-WGKM018455 WGKM031478-WGKM031877 P4HUC20L08001 WFKM020366-WFKM020465 WFKM063106-WFKM063195 WGKM018669-WGKM018738 P4HUC20N09201 WFKM032033-WFKM032107 WGKM018466-WGKM018663 P4HUC20N08001 WFKM032108-WFKM032157 WGKM012322-WGKM012406 P4HUC16N09201 WGKM012000-WGKM012104 WGKM030646-WGKM030722 P4HUB16L08001 WGKM012105-WGKM012321 P4HUB16N08001 WGKM018739-WGKM018913 P4HUC20N09201 WGKM030726-WGKM030923 P4HUB16N09201 PROBLEM: York's quality assurance and manufacturing investigation found these furnaces could have detached heat exchanger tubes. A separated heat exchanger tube could result in leakage of flue gases, including carbon monoxide, which could result in serious injury or death. INCIDENTS/INJURIES: None reported. WHAT TO DO: Consumers should stop using these furnaces immediately and contact York for information in determining if the furnace is part of the recall. Consumers should call York toll-free at (877) 874-7378 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, to get information on scheduling a free inspection and repair. All installed furnaces will be inspected and furnaces with improperly fabricated heat exchanger tubes will be replaced at no cost to the consumer. York has notified the furnace distributors to contact consumers directly about the recall. Read more.


September 5, 2001

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

Maya Wrap Recalls Infant Carriers/Slings

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