June, 2006

June 29, 2006

Toy Musical Instruments, Babies and Kids, Toys

Electronic Toy Guitars Recalled, Small Parts Pose Choking Hazard

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June 29, 2006

Nailers, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Nail Guns or Stud Drivers, Tools and Hardware

Safety Alert: Porter-Cable Cordless Nailer Poses Puncture Hazard

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June 28, 2006

Fireplaces & Accessories, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Wood Burning Fireplaces

CFM Corp. Recalls Sequoia Wood Burning Fireplaces for Fire Hazard

Only models EWF30, EWF36, and EWF36A are affected by this recall. The recalled fireplaces are 400 or 700 pound steel plate wood-burning fireplaces with the trade name "Sequoia." The fireplaces measure 30-inches-wide or 36-inches-wide, have doors which seal them and are designed for installation in openings in the walls of homes that connect to chimneys. Affected model and serial numbers are: Read more.


June 26, 2006

Candles & Candle Holders

The Swiss Colony Recalls Money Bag Candles for Fire Hazard

The recalled product is the "Money Bag" candle, which is 3 ¾-inches tall and green in color. There is a gold glitter dollar symbol on the front of the candle and the candle is molded in the shape of a bag. Inside the candle is a varying amount of money from a $1 coin to a $50 bill. Hang tags on the candle identify the candle as "The Money Bag by The Original Treasure Candle, ® Inc." They were sold under item numbers BI4372, BR4372, RA7372, RB4372, RG4372 and RW4372. The item number is not written on the candle. Read more.


June 22, 2006

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

Specialized Bicycle Components Inc. Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

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June 22, 2006

Computers & Monitors & Projectors, Electronics, eReaders and Tablet Computers, Pools and Water Sports, Scuba Diving, Sports and Recreation

Oceanic Recalls Digital Dive Computer Due to Decompression Hazard

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June 22, 2006

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

Adjmi Apparel Group Recalls Reebok Children's Windsuits for Choking Hazard

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June 21, 2006

Fireworks, Fireworks and Flares, Fuel and Lighters and Fireworks

BJ Alan Co. Recalls "Thunderstick Rocket" Fireworks for Explosion Hazard

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June 21, 2006

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

American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Crash Hazard

Only Suzuki 2006 model year LTR450K6 model Quad Racer ATVs with vehicle identification numbers ending with 00089 through 11626 are included in this recall. The vehicle identification number is located on the lower left side of the ATV frame. QuadRacer, printed in white letters, and R450 and Suzuki are written on the side of the ATV. These ATVs were sold in yellow or white. Read more.


June 19, 2006

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

Phil Vassil Rugs Recalls Flokati Rugs for Fire Hazard

This recall includes Phil Vassil rugs with model numbers 1500 (white) and 2000 (black), which is written on the underside of the rugs. The units are 5-foot by 7-foot, and are made of 100 percent wool. The rugs bear an adhesive label that reads in part "…FLOKATI RUG…HAND MADE PURE WOOL…MADE IN GREECE…SIZE APPROX. 5 X 7 FT…QUALITY 1500GR/CM…" Read more.


June 15, 2006

Books & Accessories, Babies and Kids, Books or Magazines or Albums or Scrapbooks, Hobby, Reading

Children's Cloth Books Recalled by Simon & Schuster

This recall involves Curious Buddies cloth books titled "Hello, Curious Buddies!" Pictured on the cover of the books are the Curious Buddies' characters. Inside the book are two plush pop-up toy characters. Read more.


June 15, 2006

Lamps

ValueVision Media Inc. Recalls Torchiere Lamps for Fire Hazard

The torchieres are Tiffany-style lamps with glass shades with either dragonfly, petunia, iris or rose designs. Read more.


June 15, 2006

Shoes, Sandals & Boots, Clothing and Accessories, Sandals and Flip Flops, Shoes and other footwear

Nine West Footwear Corporation Recalls Sandals for Laceration Hazard

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June 14, 2006

Cookers & Cookware, Appliances, Kitchen, Pressure Cookers or Canners

Electronic Pressure Cookers Sold by QVC Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

The recalled electronic pressure cooker was sold under model number PC501. The model number PC501 is located in three places: near the control panel, on the instruction/warning label near the bottom of the unit, and on the bottom of the product. The name "Welbilt" is located near the control panel. The pressure cooker measures 11-inches-high, 11-inches-wide and 15-inches-long and was sold in white. Read more.


June 13, 2006

Chairs, Stools & Benches

Herrington Swivel Rockers Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled for Fall Hazard

The rocker is part of the Herrington collection of patio furniture. The rocker is dark brown with a brown cloth seat, has a swivel base and a cut out pattern on the metal backrest. The item number, 119178, is printed on the rocker's packaging and on the assembly instructions. The rocker came in two sections, a base and a seat, and customers were required to bolt the seat to the base. Read more.


June 13, 2006

Hammocks, Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation

Foldable Steel Hammock Stand Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled

The recalled hammock stand is black steel, is foldable, and has two wheels. The item number, 226724, is printed on the box in which the hammock stand was sold, and on the instructions that were provided with the hammock stand. Read more.


June 13, 2006

Shoes, Sandals & Boots, Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Shoes, Shoes and other footwear

H&M Announces Recall of Girl's Water Shoes for Fall Hazard

These are pink and blue shoes with a multi-colored trim. The shoes have a pink rubber sole with silver glitter incased within it. A butterfly appliqué is attached to the top and flower emblems are on the back and sides. A label inside the shoes reads "364430" and "MADE IN CHINA." Read more.


June 12, 2006

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

Vision Fitness Recalls Treadmill Console to Repair Unexpected Acceleration Hazard

The consoles were sold with Vision Fitness treadmill frames and control the operation of the treadmill. 2006 Premier Consoles can be identified by the word Premier or T9700HRT printed on the console face under the Vision Fitness logo. These consoles were sold under model numbers TCFP6, TCPP6 and C9700H6. Model numbers are printed on the underside of the console and located on the serial number tag. The following serial numbers are included in the recall: Model TCPP6: Serial numbers TC175B05060002 through TC175B05080480. Model TCFP6: Serial numbers TC176B05060002 through TC176B05080309. Model TC9700H6: Serial numbers TC184B05070012 through TC18405080143. Read more.


June 9, 2006

Drills & Bits, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Power Drills or Accessories, Tools and Hardware

Safety Alert: Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Masonry Drill Bits Lack Safety Warning Label

The drill bits are 1/4-inch by 13-inches long, 5/16-inch by 13-inches long, 3/8-inch by 13-inches long, and 1/2-inch by 13-inches long. They were sold separately as accessories under the "Vermont American" brand name under catalog numbers: 14044, 14045, 14046, and 14048. Read more.


June 9, 2006

Climbing Equipment, Mountain Climbing, Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation

Extreme Engineering Recalls Wall Climbing Cable Assemblies Due to Fall Hazard

These cable assemblies are used by wall climbers in auto-belay and auto-zip devices to prevent a climber from free-falling. The cable assemblies are made up of a stainless steel cable eye, and 1/4-inch galvanized wire rope. The recalled cable assemblies have a date codes 1-06, 2-06, or 3-06 etched onto the cable eye. Read more.


June 9, 2006

Tools Miscellaneous, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Other Portable or Stationary Power Tools, Tools and Hardware

Safety Alert: Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels Lack Safety Warning Label

The wheels have a black, abrasive exterior; a red circular label on the interior; and are used to clean, slot, nick and cut metal. The wheels were sold under the "Vermont American" brand name had the following catalog numbers, diameters and blade thickness: Read more.


June 8, 2006

Mountain Climbing, Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation

Full-Body Safety Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard

Full-Body Safety Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued June 8, 2006, Revised October 25, 2007 Release #06-183 Firm's Recall Hotline: (800) 353-0634 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908 Note: phone number change. Full-Body Safety Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Safety Harnesses Sold with Hunting Tree Stands Units: About 106,000 Distributor: Summit Treestands LLC, of Decatur, Ala. Hazard: The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in consumers falling from tree stands and suffering serious injuries or death. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description and Models: The harnesses are tan or light brown and were sold as an accessory with the following tree stands or ladders: Viper X5, Goliath X5, Razor X5, Summit 180 o, Bushmaster X5, Broadhead Backpacker, Bullet Backpacker, Clearshot, Openshot, and MegaSampson. Only harnesses with "Manufactured in 2005," and "Made in China" printed on a label on the harness tether are included in this recall. Sold at: Sporting goods stores nationwide from June 2005 through May 2006 for between $200 and $300 for the tree stand including the harness. Manufactured In: China Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact the firm for a free replacement harness. Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Summit Treestands LLC at (800) 353-0634 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit www.harnessrecall2005.com or www.summitstands.com Read more.


June 8, 2006

Toy Miscellaneous, Babies and Kids, Toys

Ruby's Diner Inc. Recalls Giveaway Yo-Yo Toy for Choking Hazard

The recalled yo-yo toys are clear plastic with red, blue or green tinted sides and light up while in motion. The toys are about 2 inches in diameter and have "Ruby's Diner" printed on the each side. Read more.


June 8, 2006

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

Petters Consumer Brands, LLC Recalls Sunbeam Gas Ranges

The recalled Sunbeam branded gas ranges are various colors and show the Sunbeam brand name on the backguard panel. Read more.


June 7, 2006

Radios & Music Players, Audio and Radio, Electronics, Radios

Etón Portable Radios Recalled, Batteries Pose Fire Hazard

The E1XM-model AM/FM/SW/XM-ready radios that are included in the recall have serial numbers from 3,067 through 5,642. The serial number is listed underneath the flap on the back of the unit. The Etón logo is located on the bottom left-hand corner of the unit. The XM radio logo and "e1" are written in the upper right corner of the radio. The unit is silver, and measures about 13-inches wide by 7.5-inches high by 2.5-inches deep. Read more.


June 7, 2006

Pools and Water Sports, Scuba Diving, Sports and Recreation

Scubapro X650 Diving Regulators Recalled for Drowning Hazard

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June 7, 2006

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

Endurance Treadmills Recalled for Unexpected Speed Changes Posing Fall Hazard

The recall includes the T7, T7.1, T8 and T9.1 models of the Endurance Treadmills. The treadmills are black and silver. The model number is located along the side of the running surface near the end of the treadmill. Consumers should check the serial number, located on the front lower shroud of the treadmill along the vertical surface on a white sticker, and contact the company to confirm their treadmill is included in the recall. Read more.


June 7, 2006

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

Fitness Quest Gazelle Freestyle Crosstrainers and Crosstrainer Pro Gliders Recalled for Fall Hazard

Gazelle® Freestyle Crosstrainer and Crosstrainer Pro exercisers are "glider-style" exercise equipment. The user moves two foot platforms in a striding motion back and forth while grasping handlebars attached to the platforms. The model name "Gazelle Freestyle Cross Trainer" or "Gazelle Freestyle Cross Trainer Pro" is printed on the side of each product's frame. Read more.


June 6, 2006

Cameras, Cameras & Camcorders, Digital Cameras, Electronics

Hewlett-Packard Company Recalls Digital Cameras Due to Fire Hazard, Offers Download Fix

This recall involves the HP Photosmart R707 digital camera. The HP logo and the model name and number are printed on the front of the camera. Read more.


June 6, 2006

Lights (Seasonal)

LTD Commodities LLC Recalls Ficus Trees Sold with Lights for Fire and Shock Hazards

The pre-lit 5-foot ficus tree inside a bamboo basket includes a green light string featuring 70 clear mini bulbs wrapped and attached throughout the leaves and around the trunk. A silver holograph UL sticker and cautionary label with UL File number E254698, Model no. WL-70/2C is attached to the end of the cord. At the end of the decorative light string includes a tag with the marking "E254698" and model number WL-70/2C similar to the label shown in the photograph below. Read more.


June 6, 2006

Coffeemakers/Coffeepots/Teapots/Kettles, Appliances, Coffee Makers or Teapots, Kitchen

Applica Consumer Products Inc. Recalls Black & Decker Brand Coffeemaker for Fire Hazard

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June 1, 2006

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

Nexgrill Industries Gas Grills Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

The recalled product is the Nexgrill Model 720-0025 Gas Grill. The stainless steel grill is designed to be used with propane gas. The name of the grill is located at the left corner of the exterior of the main burner lid. The serial number is printed on the CSA sticker which is located behind the door. A temperature gauge is located at the center of the main burner lid. Read more.


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