October, 2009
Snowmobiles, Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire HazardThe recall involves Model Year 2009 Arctic Cat Z1 Turbo, Z1 Turbo Sno Pro and TZ1 Turbo model snowmobiles. The model name and number are displayed on the side of vehicle and in the registration materials/owner’s manual. Read more.
Lights (Seasonal), Flashlights or Battery-Powered Lanterns, Outdoor Lighting, Yard and Garden
Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn HazardThis recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. Read more.
Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery, Computers & Monitors & Projectors, Computers Equipment and Accessories, Electronics
Sony Recalls Computer AC Adapters Due to Shock HazardThe recalled AC adapter model is the Sony VGP-AC19V17, which was supplied for use with the following Sony products: Read more.
Blinds, Shades & Cords, Babies and Kids
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair IKEA Roller BlindsThis recall involves all ISDANS, TUPPLUR and ENJE roller blinds. These blinds are made of a solid or sheer fabric, measuring 24” to 79” wide, and have a metal top rail and a bead chain. ENJE has a glued label on the wall fitting showing the IKEA logotype, article number, 5-digit supplier number, four digit date stamp (YYWW) and "Made in Taiwan". The roller blinds have an orange warning label attached at the base of the blind that is marked with AA-136800-3. Read more.
Blinds, Shades & Cords, Babies and Kids
Near Strangulation of Child Prompts Recall of Roman Shades by Whole Space; Sold Exclusively by Hanover Direct/DomesticationsThis recall involves all Faux Suede room darkening Roman shades with style number 12810A. The shades were sold in Ivory, Taupe, Gold, Plum, Wine Red, Midnight Blue, Moss Green and Dark Brown and have a head rail that measures 23, 27, 31, 35, 39 43 or 48 inches. The shades have a sticker on the head rail with the letters “WS” and “style 12810A” is printed on the packaging box. Read more.
Blinds, Shades & Cords, Babies and Kids
Near Strangulation of Children Prompts Recall of Roman Shades by Louis Hornick & Co.; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & BeyondThis recall includes all sizes and colors of Dublin Energy Solution Roman Shades sold by Bed Bath & Beyond with exposed inner cords on the back. Colors include navy, chocolate, khaki and cream. On the backside of the head rail, a small orange, black and white warning label sticker in English and Spanish which read in part, “Cords and bead chains can loop around child’s neck and STRANGLE. Always keep cords …to get to cords.” Read more.
Surge Protectors, Cables and Surge and Power Protection, Electronics, Surge Suppressors or Power Strips
Belkin International Inc. Recalls SurgeMaster Surge Protectors Due to Shock HazardThis recall involves the SurgeMaster™ Surge Protector, models F9G930-10, F9G930v10, F9G930-10-W and F9G930-10-SN, all manufactured in 2003. The model number and date of manufacture are located on the underside of the unit. Grey models F9G930-10-GRY and F9G930fc10G-CL are not a part of this recall. Read more.
Pacifiers & Accessories, Babies and Kids, Nursery Equipment and Supplies, Pacifiers and Teething Rings
CPSC Urges Parents and Caregivers to Stop Using "My Baby Soother" Pacifiers Due to Choking HazardAdapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery, DVD/CD/MP3 Players, Batteries (Other than Button Batteries), Batteries and Chargers, Electronics
Coby Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Due to Fire HazardThe recall involves Coby DVD/CD/MP3 players with an 8 ½ inch screen and product number TF-DVD- 8501. The rechargeable batteries sold with the DVD players have serial numbers that begin with “HY.” The serial number can be found on a white sticker affixed to the battery. “Coby” is printed on the front cover and the product number is on the bottom of the unit. Read more.
Lawn Mowers & Accessories, Lawn Mowers and Leaf Blowers and Lawn Vacuums, Rotary Power Lawn Mowers, Yard and Garden
Toro Recalls Zero Turn Mowers Due to Burn HazardThe recall involves liquid-cooled Toro Z Master Z580, Z580-D, Z593-D and Z595-D zero-turn mowers. These units are equipped with fuel-injected, liquid-cooled Kawasaki gasoline or liquid-cooled Kubota diesel engines. The following model numbers and serial numbers are included in the recall: Read more.
Dishes/Glassware/Eating Utensils, Flatware (Not Knives), Gadgets and Utensils, Kitchen
Flatware Recalled by Cambridge Silversmiths Due to Choking HazardThis recall involves the Fiesta Masquerade and the Home Olympic 20- piece flatware sets. The Fiesta Masquerade flatware set is silver-colored and the handles have plastic decorative inserts in red, orange, yellow, green and three different shades of blue. The Home Olympic flatware sets are charcoal and the handles have decorative black inserts. Read more.
Clothing (Adults), Clothing, Clothing and Accessories
Blair Expands Recall To All Women’s Chenille Apparel Due to Burn Hazard; Additional Reported Deaths Prompt Re-Announcement of Robe RecallThe recall involves the following items: Read more.
Utility, Off-Road Vehicles/Golf Carts, Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROV), Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation
Off-Road Utility Vehicles Recalled by Bad Boy Enterprises Due To Crash HazardThis recall involves Bad Boy Buggy Standard model off-road utility vehicles. The Bad Boy Buggy Standard model has one row seat that allows two persons (the driver and passenger) to sit side-by-side while the vehicle is operated. The Standard has an open air design (no doors or windows), but has a roof. The Bad Boy Buggy Standard models come in Realtree camouflage pattern, Hardwoods camouflage pattern, hunter green, red and black colors. The affected models have serial numbers between 85004828 and 95010404. The serial number is located on a sticker in a cubby on the driver’s side. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Switches
Idea Village Recalls Wireless Light Switches Due to Fire HazardCandles & Candle Holders
Haunted House Screen Candle Holders Recalled by Coyne's & Co. Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Yankee CandleThis recall involves haunted house screen tea light holders made of black metal with a transparent coating on the glass windows. The haunted house measures 15-inches wide by 15-inches high by 4-inches deep and can hold up to six tea lights. Tea light candles are not involved in this recall. Read more.
Lamps
Wincraft Inc. Recalls Sports Themed Lamps Due to Fire, Burn and Shock HazardsThe recalled lamps feature logos from a professional or college sports team and rotate 360° so that the logo can be easily seen. Lamps feature team logos from the NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NCAA and NASCAR. The lamps have a black base with a light. The lamps measure about 6 inches wide and 13 inches high. Read more.
Chairs, Stools & Benches
Raynor Marketing Recalls Quantum Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Office Depot StoresThis recall involves the Quantum Realspace PRO™ 9000 Series Mid-Back Multifunction Mesh Chair SKU # 510830 and the Quantum Realspace PRO™ 9000 Series Mesh Chair with Headrest SKU # 690690. The Realspace PRO™ Mesh Guest Chair is not involved in this recall. Read more.
Meter Boxes, Electrical Systems, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Panelboards or Circuit Breakers or GFCIs or Fuses
Single Meter Sockets Recalled by Milbank Manufacturing Due to Fire and Electrocution HazardsThe single meter 200 amp/4 terminal sockets are used for underground utility meter installations. The meter socket is 20 3/4 inches high by 9 inches wide and 4 1/2 inches deep with 1 meter position. It is used by the approving utility to mount their electric meter to measure how much electricity a residence uses. It can be used for an underground residential application. The recalled model number 9090 appears on the right or left side of the installed meter socket. If not installed, model numbers U9090-O or R9090-O will appear on the label on the outside of the box. Read more.
Motorcycles/Dirt Bikes (Off-Road) & Accessories, Mouse Traps, Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation, Two-Wheeled Powered Off-Road Vehicles
Zero Motorcycles Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash HazardThis recall involves the model year 2009 Zero X and Zero MX electric motorcycles. The recalled motorcycles are white, with the Zero name and logo printed on the battery. Read more.
Pools and Water Sports, Scuba Diving, Sports and Recreation
SI Tech Recalls Diving Suit Hoses Due to Drowning Hazard; One Death ReportedThis recall involves a dry suit inflation hose that connects a diver’s dry suit to the air supply and allows for the pumping of air into the suit to set up a positive pressure arrangement to help keep it watertight. The hose contains an air flow restricting insert that may be either black, blue or green in color. The batch code is stamped on the threaded metal end of the hose. They were sold with dry suits and also sold separately. Contact SI Tech for a list of batch codes included in this recall or visit the firm’s Web site, www.sitech.se Read more.
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories, Cycling and Scooters and Skateboards and Skates, Sports and Recreation
Moser Enterprises Recalls Schwalbe Brand Bicycle Tires Due to Fall HazardThis recall includes Schwalbe Ultremo R bicycle tires. “Schwalbe” and “Ultremo R” are printed on the sidewall of the tires. Read more.
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories, Cycling and Scooters and Skateboards and Skates, Sports and Recreation
Electra Bicycle Company Expands Recall of Bicycles with Front Trays or Baskets; Trays and Baskets Can Come Loose and Pose Fall Hazard to RidersThis recall involves the 2009 Delivery 3i, Delivery 8D, Holiday 3i, Holiday 8i and Surf 3i bicycles with front-mounted trays or baskets. The trays have an alloy frame with wooden slats. The baskets are wicker with a removable tote bag. The trays were sold as original equipment on the bicycles and as aftermarket items. The baskets were sold only as aftermarket items. Read more.
Toy Animals Stuffed/Not Stuffed, Babies and Kids, Dolls or Plush Toys or And Action Figures, Toys
Wooden Toys Recalled by Daiso Due to Choking HazardThis recall involves four models of Daiso wooden toys including Penguin Handbell, Pull Doll, Alligator Pull Toy and Rolling Animals. The Penguin Handbell has a small metal bell inside its hollow interior. The Pull Doll’s limbs move up and down when the string is pulled. The Alligator Pull Toy is green and yellow will move in an undulating fashion when pulled. The Rolling Animals are in the forms of a dog, rabbit, cat and mice, and their tails are connected to their bodies by metal springs. Daiso is printed on the product’s packaging. Read more.
Air Compressors, Pressure Washers, Other Yard and Garden, Other Yard or Home Improvement Equipment, Yard and Garden
Additional Injuries Prompt DeVilbiss to Reannounce Recall of Pressure Washers and Air Compressors Due to Fracture and Laceration HazardsThe recalled pressures washers and air compressors were sold under the following brands and model numbers: Read more.
Diving or Diving Boards, Pools and Water Sports, Sports and Recreation
Guardian Full-Face Diving Masks Recalled by Ocean Technology Due to Visor Separation HazardThis recall involves the Guardian full-face mask which is a scuba diving mask that incorporates the second stage regulator into the mask allowing it to cover the diver’s full face. Read more.
Pen/Pencil/Crayon Case, Purses, Toy Miscellaneous, Accessories, Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Purses and Handbags
Daiso Recalls Children's Toys, Purses and Pen Cases Due to Violation of Lead Paint and Phthalate LimitsThis recall involves balancing toys in the shape of dragonflies, children’s purses in the shape of the head of a lion, frog or bear, children’s purses with rainbow stripes, children’s pen cases shaped like a piece of candy with stitching “cool ice cream,” “sweet cake,” or “fad hamburger” on the front, and inflatable baseball bats with “Home Run” printed on the side. Daiso is printed on the product’s packaging. Read more.
Chairs, Stools & Benches
Directors Chairs Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fall Hazard; Made by White TigerThis recall conducted by White Tiger involves red and blue folding director’s chairs with white frames. “Garden Treasures” is printed on the chair’s packaging. Read more.
Cookers & Cookware, Cookware and Tableware, Kitchen, Metal Cookware (Nonelectric)
Paula Deen Cast Iron Cookware Sold by QVC Recalled Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards; Distributed by Meyer Trading Co. LTDThis recall involves the Paula Deen® 11-inch cast iron grill pans and griddles. They were sold as QVC item numbers K14984, K11970 and K135024. The cookware is black and has the Paula Deen® logo and the product size engraved on the bottom. No other Paula Deen® cookware is involved in this recall. Read more.
Diving or Diving Boards, Pools and Water Sports, Sports and Recreation
Diving Equipment Recalled by Halcyon Manufacturing Due to Drowning HazardThis recall involves Halcyon diving equipment including the Halcyon Explorer, Eclipse, CCR35, Evolve and Pioneer Buoyancy Compensator Devices (BCDs) and Halcyon Surface Marker Buoys (SMBs), Lift Bags, Diver Alert Markers (DAMs) Surf Shuttle and Diver Lift Raft Inflatable Devices. “Halcyon” is printed on the diving equipment. Read more.
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