March, 2010
Extension Cords/Power Strips, Cables and Surge and Power Protection, Electronics, Extension Cords
Howard Berger Recalls Extension Cords and Power Strips Due to Fire HazardThis recall involves Brightway heavy duty outdoor extension cords and Brightway indoor household extension cords and power strips. Model numbers involved in the recall are R2600 through R2615 (outdoor extension cords), EE6 through EE20 (indoor extension cords) and MP6DG (power strips). “Brightway” is printed on the cords. Model numbers are printed on the product’s packaging. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
Boys' Vests and Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by North-Sportif Due to Strangulation and Entanglement Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat FactoryThis recall involves boys’ black hooded jackets with a belt and an elastic drawstring at the neck. “North Sportif” is printed on the jacket’s belt. The recalled vest is black and blue and is reversible. The vest has a drawstring around the waist. The garments were sold in sizes small (8-10) and medium (12-14). Both garments have a tag on the neck that reads North Sportif Urban Expedition. Read more.
Clothing (Adults), Heating Pads, Clothing and Accessories, Outerwear
Ardica Recalls Heated Jackets and Vests Due to Burn HazardThe recalled jackets and vests are designed to work with the Ardica Moshi Power system. The Moshi Power System is marked with “Ardica”. The pouch below the collar of each garment is marked "Ardica Heat Power Charge." Each jacket and vest also has a power switch next to the logo on the front. The following models are affected by this recall: Ardica Enabled Mountain Hardwear Radiance Jackets, Refugium Jackets and Sitka Dutch Oven Vests. The Mountain Hardwear jackets have the Ardica name and logo on the right sleeve. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
Sport Obermeyer Ltd. Voluntarily Recalls Girls' Jackets with Drawstrings at the Waist Due to Entrapment HazardThe recalled girls' jackets have drawstrings at the waist, sold in sizes 1 to 8 and the names and corresponding style numbers are: Lily #91549, Rose # 91552, Daisy #91555, Posey #91558. The style number is printed on the tag inside the neck of the jackets. Read more.
Educational Materials, Babies and Kids
Children's Educational Kits Recalled by Carolina Biology Supply Due to Risk of Lead ExposureGates (Safety)
Evenflo Recalls Top-of-Stair Plus Wood Gates Due to Fall HazardThe recall involves Evenflo models 10502 and 10512 Top-of-Stair Plus Wood Gates made from October 2007 through July 2009. The model number can be found on the bottom rail. No other Evenflo model numbers or gates are affected by this recall. Read more.
Fireplaces & Accessories, Log Splitters, Gardening and Landscaping, Yard and Garden
Lennox Hearth Products Recalls Vent-Free Gas Logs and Fireplaces Due to Gas Leak and Fire HazardsThe recalled products are Lennox Superior brand VFGL Log Sets and VF4000, VF5000 and VF6000 fireplaces. Log sets are comprised of ceramic-fiber logs with a dual gas burner system and are designed to be placed in a wood-burning fireplace or a ventless firebox enclosure. Fireplaces are comprised of log sets, a ventless firebox enclosure and accessories. Each product has a metal rating plate attached to the grate of the log sets or to the frame of the fireplaces containing the unit’s model number, serial number and other information. The following models are affected by this recall: Read more.
Infant Carriers/Slings/Backpacks/Car Seats, Slingshots or Sling-Propelled Toys, Toys
Infantino Recalls to Replace SlingRider Baby Slings; Three Infant Deaths ReportedClothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing, Clothing and Accessories
Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings Recalled by Children's Apparel Network Due Strangulation HazardThe hooded sweaters were sold as part of a 3-piece set with knit shirt and corduroy pants. The girls’ acrylic sweater has flower appliqués and embroidery. A Young Hearts label in the neck seam has RN# 16435. The sweaters were sold in sizes 2-4T and 4-6X. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
Girls' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Bubblegum USA Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat FactoryThis recall involves girls’ hooded jackets sold in a camouflage design with a grey hood. “Bubblegum USA” and style number GS9548N-521G HZZ is printed on a tag inside the jacket. The jackets were sold in girls’ sizes 7 through 16. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Clothing, Clothing and Accessories, Outerwear
Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Liberty Apparel Due to Strangulation HazardThis recall involves the Jewel girls’ zippered, hooded sweatshirts with style number J2184SK. The sweatshirts come in red or white and have small gold and silver hearts with arrows printed on them. The style number is printed on the tag that is sewn on the inside seam of the sweatshirts and “Jewel” is printed on the neck tag. They were sold in children’s sizes small, medium, large, extra-large sizes or sizes 4 through 16. Read more.
Fireplaces & Accessories, Firepots, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures
Simpson Dura-Vent Recalls Fireplace Dampers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning HazardThis recall involves DuraTech Anchor Plates with Dampers and DuraChimney II Anchor Plates with Dampers. The products are intended for use as a starter section for chimneys in fireplace applications. The dampers allow the chimney to be closed when the fireplace is not in use. Each damper is a short sheet metal vent pipe fitted with a circular damper plate within the vent pipe, and attached to a square anchor plate. The damper plate rotates around an axis rod to control the flow of air through the vent pipe. The damper plates have a weight attached to one side, and a chain attached to the other side. When installed in a fireplace application, the square anchor plate is generally not visible. Read more.
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories, Cycling and Scooters and Skateboards and Skates, Sports and Recreation
Ventus Bicycle Aerobars Recalled by 3T Cycling Srl Due to Fall Hazard: This recall involves all Ventus Ltd, Ventus Ltd 17, Ventus Ltd Gold, Ventus Ltd Track, Ventus Team and Ventus Team 17 bicycle aerobars. The recalled aerobar models were sold in one size and color for each model; Black with red stripe for the Team and black with silver stripe for the Ltd. The "Ventus" and "3T" logos are on the top side of the bar with the model name. Read more.
Beads, Babies and Kids, Child Arts and Crafts
Painted Wooden Beads Intended for Children's Crafts Recalled By S&S Worldwide Due To Violation of Lead Paint StandardThe children's painted wooden beads are in the shapes of insects and flowers. They were sold in assorted colors and designs and measure about one inch in size. They were sold in 1/2 lb. bags. Model number BE1190, "S&S Worldwide Inc" and "Made in China" is located on the bag of beads. Read more.
Audio/Video Systems & Accessories, Audio and Radio, Electronics
Audio Receivers Recalled by Niles Audio Corp. Due to Fire HazardThis recall involves Niles® ZR-6 MultiZone Receivers. The receivers are black with a blue LCD display on the right side and the Niles logo in white on the front center. The receivers measure 17 inches wide x 3.5 inches high x 15 inches deep. The model number ZR-6 is located on the lower left side of the front panel of the receivers. Read more.
Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories, Cycling and Scooters and Skateboards and Skates, Sports and Recreation
Do It Best Recalls Bicycle Bells Due to Violation of Lead Paint StandardThis recall involves children's bicycle bells. The bells are red, black and white and has "I ♥ My Bike" printed on the top. The green and white packaging reads "bike bell" and "$1." Read more.
High Chairs, Attached Highchair, Babies and Kids, Nursery Equipment and Supplies
Graco Recalls Harmony(tm) High Chairs Due to Fall HazardThis recall involves all Harmony™ High Chairs. The Harmony™ high chair was manufactured from November 2003 through December 2009 and is no longer in production. The model number can be found on the label that is located on the underside of the foot rest. Read more.
Chairs, Stools & Benches
Cost Plus Inc. Recalls Konrad and Loft Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Cost Plus/World MarketThe wooden office chairs have the following brand names, SKU numbers and purchase order numbers: Konrad models SKU #415413, and PO numbers 200360055, 200360056, 200360057, 400360062, 400360063, 400360064; and Loft models SKU #415414 and PO numbers 200360058, 200360059, 200360060, 200360061, 400360065, 400360066, 400360074, 400360075. The SKU number and description appear on the sales receipt and original shipping carton. The PO number is located on the underside of the chair itself. Read more.
Candles & Candle Holders
Lumetique Recalls Botanika Candles Due to Fire and Laceration HazardsThis recall involves DayNa Decker Botanika brand candles sold in 3-, 6-, and 16-ounce glass containers. The words "DayNa Decker" and Bacara, Bardou, Clementine, Indigo, Leila, Manzanita, Sierra, Taiga, Violetta, Viva, Yasmin, or Zelia appear on the bottom of the green glass container. Only Botanika candles with batch code 9J3, 9K1, 9L1 or 9L2 are included in the recall. Batch codes are printed on the bottom of the glass container. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
Haselson International Trading Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat FactoryThis recall involves children’s sweatshirts sold in sizes 4 through 7 and S (8) and M (10-12). The sweatshirts were sold in various colors and prints. The brand name Kani Gold or Road Block is printed inside of the garment on the neck tag. Read more.
Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery, Batteries and Chargers, Battery Chargers, Electronics
Mobile Power Packs Recalled By Tumi Due to Fire HazardThe recalled Mobile Power Pack is a mobile device that receives an AC charge in a compact battery pack that will then give five DC charges to small electronic devices including mobile phones, MP-3 players, Blackberries, and PDAs. The power pack is black and silver and is rectangular in shape. The front of it has a small circular control panel. The front also displays the word “Tumi” engraved on a silver button located towards the bottom of the device. Style number 14362 is printed on the power pack packaging. Read more.
Fireplaces & Accessories, Ovens/Stoves/Ranges/Microwaves, Coal or Wood-Burning Stoves, Electric Fireplaces, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures
Remote Control Kits for Electric Fireplaces and Stoves Recalled by Dimplex North America Due to Fire and Burn HazardsThe recalled remote control kits are used with Dimplex, Electraflame, Symphony, Optiflame, Electralog and Charmglow brand electric fireplaces, stoves and fireplace inserts. They include a black or dark gray hand-held remote control and also a black or dark gray wall unit that plugs into an electrical wall outlet. Recalled model numbers include 47-1001, 47-1010-R and APT-1315. The model number is printed on either the plug-in unit or the hand-held remote control. The fireplace or stove's brand name is printed on both units. Read more.
Electrical Testers, Electrical Testing Equipment, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Tools and Hardware
Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn HazardThe Fluke voltage testers look like a pen with a yellow, white and gray body. The testers measure 90 to 1000 volts alternating current (VAC). “Fluke” and the model number are printed on the front of each unit. The recall involves Fluke 1AC-A1-I VoltAlert® tester with the following model and item numbers: Read more.
Costume/Children's Jewelry, Jewelry, Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Jewelry and Watches
CPSC Issues Warning on Children's Winter and Holiday-Themed Charm Bracelets with High Levels of CadmiumThis warning involves Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer brand children’s Christmas and winter-themed bracelets. The two styles involved in this notice are the Bumble Snowman and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. The bracelets were sold with winter and Christmas-themed charms including a snowman, Christmas tree, candy cane and snowflake. Read more.
Nailers, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Nail Guns or Stud Drivers, Tools and Hardware
Coil Nailers Recalled by Hitachi Koki Due to Serious Injury HazardThe coil nailers are used to project nails into drywall, wood or other materials. The model number is NV83A2 and can be found on the body of the product. Only those units manufactured between October 2002 and September 2005 are included in this recall. The manufacturing date can be identified by the serial number engraved at the end of the handle, the first digit representing the month (1 for January, 2 for February, 3 for March, 4 for April, 5 for May, 6 for June, 7 for July, 8 for August, 9 for September, O for October, N for November and D for December) and the second digit representing the year (2 for 2002, 3 for 2003, 4 for 2004 and 5 for 2005). Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
Byer California Recalls Girls' Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation HazardThis recall involves girls’ brown cargo pocket jackets sold in sizes small through extra-large. Style number 2029G1J is printed on the tag inside the jacket. Read more.
Clothing (Adults), Clothing and Accessories, Hats and Scarves
Telebrands Recalls Scarves with Microwaveable Heat Packs Due to Fire and Burn HazardsThe recalled scarves have pockets and microwaveable heat packs composed of flax seeds. The scarves are made of polyester/cotton, and were sold in black and camel colors. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
Girl's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Regaliti Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Burlington Coat FactoryThis recall involves girl’s cropped jackets in a velvet-like material with a hoodie that has a drawstring. The jackets were sold under the Betty Blue brand name in pink, red, blue and brown, and in children’s sizes small through XL. Betty Blue Girls is printed on the hangtag on the neck. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
Boys' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Brand Evolution Due to Strangulation HazardThe recalled boys hooded sweatshirts come in three styles: All Over Locks style #MSK7SK3400B in white with colored printed padlocks in sizes S, M, L and XL; All Over Skaters style #SKATBS7K302B in white with red and orange skaters in S, M, L, and XL; and Rock Mask Hoody style #KROCKF7K300K in solid black with imprint in sizes 4, 5, 6 and 7. Read more.
Knives/Cutters/Blades/Sheaths, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Tools and Hardware
Gerber Legendary Blades Recalls Machetes Due to Laceration HazardThis recall involves the Gerber Gator Machete and Gator Machete Jr. with the original handle (see picture below). The Gator Machete is approximately 25 1/2" long and the Machete Jr. is approximately 18 3/4" long. The blade is marked with the "Gerber" trademark. The Gator Machete and Machete Jr. with a modified handle (an extended hand guard) are not included in this recall (see picture below). Consumers should visually inspect their machete to determine if it is included in this recall. Read more.
Blinds, Shades & Cords, Babies and Kids
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Ethan AllenThis recall involves all styles and sizes of Roman shades sold under the Ethan Allen brand name. These custom-ordered, made-to-order shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. The shades have no labels or markings making reference to the Ethan Allen brand. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
LELE & Company Recalls Children's Hooded Sweatshirt Sets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation HazardThis recall involves hooded sweatshirts sold under the “Maria Elena” and “Eddie” brand names. The sweatshirts were sold in children’s sizes 8 through 14, and have various character designs on the front including “Princess,” “Prince” and “Champion.” Style number 4282 is printed on the back of the tag attached to the label. Read more.
Lights & Accessories, Outdoor Electric Lighting Equipment, Outdoor Lighting, Yard and Garden
Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by American Electric Lighting Due to Shock HazardThis recall involves model AVL outdoor lighting fixtures sold under the American Electric Lighting brand name. The light fixtures are intended for use in parking lots, roadways, commercial environments and office communities. “AVL” is printed on the reflector of each light fixture. Read more.
Costume/Children's Jewelry, Babies and Kids
Children's Bracelets Recalled by Chandigarh Fashion Due to Violation of Lead Paint StandardThis recall involves children’s bangle bracelets. The bracelets which were sold in packets of 24, are gold with stripes of either red, maroon, black, orange or green. Read more.
Clothing (Children), Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear
Boys' Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Ten West Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold at Burlington Coat FactoryThis recall involves Ten 1 West boys’ jackets with a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in size 10/12 and are black cotton with a white fleece lining. “TEN 1 WEST” is printed on a hang tag on the center of the back neck. Read more.
Blinds, Shades & Cords, Babies and Kids
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds by MeijerThis recall involves all Innovations and "At Home with Meijer" Roman shades and roll-up blinds. The Roman shades are made with fabric or bamboo and the Roll-up blinds with bamboo. A label reading "Innovation" or "At Home with Meijer" can be found under the headrail. Read more.
Dishes/Glassware/Eating Utensils, Babies and Kids, Forks, Gadgets and Utensils, Kitchen, Spoons
Children's Fork and Spoon Sets Recalled by Peachtree Playthings Due to Choking Hazard; Sold at Dollar Tree and DealsThis recall involves the Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman plastic fork and spoon sets. The two-piece set is white plastic with cartoon images on the handle. Read more.
Blinds, Shades & Cords, Babies and Kids
Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron ElectronicsThis recall involves all custom-ordered made-to-measure motorized and manual Lutron Shading Solutions Roman shades. The shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. Nearly all shades were professionally installed. "Lutron Shading Solutions" or "Lutron Shading Solutions by VIMCO" is printed on the packaging. Read more.
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