August, 2013

August 29, 2013

L.L.Bean Recalls Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall involves L.L.Bean painted wood cottage step stools. They measure about 12 inches tall by 12 inches wide by 13 inches deep and have a slot on the top surface and hard plastic caps on the bottom of all four legs. They were sold in the following colors: black, coffee bean, ivory, light sage and red. Item number 281655 is printed on a sticker on the underside of the stool. Read more.


August 29, 2013

Dolls or Plush Toys or And Action Figures, Toys

Build-A-Bear Recalls Stuffed Animal Toy Due to Choking Hazard

Sulley is a furry blue creature from the Monsters movies. The Build-A-Bear stuffed monster is covered in blue furry fabric with purple spots, horn on its head and has blue eyes measuring about 1 inch in diameter. The stuffed monster is about 17 inches high and 10.5 inches wide. Tracking label ending with 4384 or 4385 for USA and 4378 for Canada can be found on a sewn in label on the backside of the leg of the stuffed monster. Read more.


August 28, 2013

Babies and Kids, Strollers, Strollers and Car Seats

Baby Jogger Recalls Car Seat Adaptors for Strollers Due to Fall Hazard

The car seat adaptors come in three models and are used to secure a variety of infant car seats onto Baby Jogger strollers. The "Single" model fits all single strollers, the "Double" works only on double strollers and the "Select/Versa" fits Select and Versa strollers. The car seat adaptors consist of two U-shaped, black, aluminum support bars and two black plastic adaptors that allow the support bars to attach onto the stroller. Black nylon straps secure the car seat to the adaptor on the stroller. The black support bars are labeled A and B. The A support bar is the larger of the two U-shaped bars and has a red plastic tip with 10 holes. Newer models have only four holes and are not being recalled. The model number is located on the lower right hand corner of the original package and the manufacturing date can be found on a sticker on the bottom of the package. Item Description Model Numbers Manufactured Dates Car Seat Adaptor for Single Strollers BJ90121 Manufactured between April 1, 2012 and Sept 20, 2012; dates appear as year, month day, e.g.: "2012.09.20" Car Seat Adaptor for Double Stroller BJ90221 Car Seat Adaptor for Select/Versa Strollers BJ90321 Read more.


August 28, 2013

Appliances, Electric Blenders, Kitchen

Vitamix Recalls 64-Ounce Low Profile Blender Container Due to Laceration Hazard

The recall involves Vitamix 64-ounce Low-Profile containers with blade part number 103208 A and blade date codes 03-12 (March 2012) through 07-13 (July 2013). The blade part number and date code are laser etched onto the top of the blade at the bottom of the container. The clear, plastic, 64-ounce container with black plastic handle and lid was sold with Vitamix blender models 7500, Professional Series 300, Professional Series 750 and individually. Replacement blades with part number 104602 A are not affected. Read more.


August 21, 2013

Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Nightwear

HALO SleepSacks Wearable Blankets Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Babies R Us

The recalled HALO SleepSack wearable blankets are 100% white cotton with pink-edged ruffles and a pink satin rose embellishment on the front. These sack-shaped wearable blankets have cut-outs for the baby's arms, a zipper down the center, a sewn bottom and were sold in small and medium sizes. Only SleepSack products with GPU numbers 2701, 2781, 2886, 2887, 3007, 3035 and 3142 printed on a neck label under the primary neck label are included in the recall. Read more.


August 20, 2013

Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Nightwear

Apple Park Recalls Children’s Loungewear Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

This recall involves Apple Park children's 96% viscose and 4% spandex two-piece sets from the Apple Park Bamboo Loungewear Collection. They were sold in children's sizes 6 months through size 4. The sets consist of a long-sleeve shirt paired with matching full-length pants with elastic waistband. The collar, ankles and wristbands are solid-colored. The sets come in five animal character prints: pink "bunny," blue "cubby," white/green "ducky," violet "lamby" and green "monkey." "GPU CO815" is printed on sewn labels at the pants waistline and along the shirt's bottom right side seam. Read more.


August 20, 2013

Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Nightwear

Children’s Pajamas Recalled by Klever Kids Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

This recall involves Klever Kids children's 100% Pima cotton pajama sets and nightgowns sold in boys and girls sizes 2 through 8. The pajama sets include two-piece long-sleeve shirt and pant sets with an elastic waistband and two-piece short-sleeve shirt and short sets with an elastic waistband. The sets were sold in multiple prints including shark print, ballerinas, black and blue skeletons, flowers, pink with white polka dot pattern, a two-toned set with navy and blue striped monster print, and paisley print with green fabric on the edge. The nightgowns are short-sleeved with a gathered shoulder hem. The nightgowns were sold in multiple prints including ballerinas, pink with white polka dots, flowers and paisleys. All the garments have a printed label at the neck that reads "KleverKids live {Heart} laugh {Heart} love." Some of the pajamas sets are labeled as "flame resistant sleepwear" by a sewn-in garment label along the shirt's bottom right side seam. Read more.


August 20, 2013

Cookware and Tableware, Kitchen

Wilton Industries Recalls Chefmate Tea Kettles Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

This recall involves Chefmate 2-quart tea kettles sold with a black enamel finish and a solid black resin handle. The Chefmate logo is stamped on the bottom of the aluminum tea kettle. Read more.


August 15, 2013

Furniture and Furnishings and Decorations, Indoor Lighting, Light Bulbs

Philips Lighting Recalls Endura and Ambient LED Bulbs Due to Shock Hazard

This recall involves Endura 12-watt and Ambient 12.5-watt LED dimmable light bulbs. The bulbs are orange in color and have "MADE IN CHINA," "Fabrique in Chine" followed by a slanted "S," and the model number 9290001829 printed on the gray plastic band on the neck of the bulbs. The date codes, 2L for the Endura bulbs and 2K or 2L for the Ambient bulbs, are printed on the metal screw base. The bulbs give off a white light and are used indoors to replace incandescent bulbs. The following chart outlines the recall details: Product Name Model Number Ordering Code UPC Date Code EnduraLED 12W A19 2700k Dimmable 120V 9290001829 12A19/END/2700-800 DIM 46677 40994 2L AmbientLED 12.5W A19 2700k Dimmable 120V 9290001829 BC-12.5A19/AMB/2700-800 DIM 46677 42215 2K and 2L Read more.


August 15, 2013

Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Sandals and Flip Flops, Shoes and other footwear

JP Boden Recalls Children's Sandals Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall involved JP Boden boys' and girls' sandals with cork soles Continental sizes 24 through 37 (children's USA sizes 8 through 5). The boys' sandals are brown leather with large buckles and a camouflage print on the inside sole of the shoe. The girls' sandals are blue, green or pink suede with a suede ruffle. "Mini Boden" and the sandal size are printed on the inside sole of the shoe. Read more.


August 15, 2013

Babies and Kids

IKEA Recalls Junior Beds Due to Laceration Hazard

These recalled IKEA junior beds include the KRITTER and SNIGLAR models with a guard rail on one side. The pine wood KRITTER beds have animal cut-outs, such as a dog and cat on the headboard and a date stamp of 1114 to 1322 representing the year and week of production (YYWW). The SNIGLAR natural beech wood beds have a white painted fiberboard insert on the headboard and footboard of the bed and a date stamp of 1114 to 1318. The beds measure about 65 inches long by 30 inches wide with a 22 to 26 inch high headboard. The date stamp appears on a label attached to either the headboard or the underside of the bed. Model numbers included in the recall are 600.904.70 for the KRITTER and 500.871.66 for the SNIGLAR, supplier number 15361 (KRITTER) and 19740 or 18157 (SNIGLAR) printed on the same label as the date stamp. Read more.


August 15, 2013

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

Char-Broil Recalls Patio Bistro Gas Grills Due to Burn Hazard

The recall involves two Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® Grills: the model 240 Full Size grill and the model 180 Table Top grill. Both are single-burner propane gas grills equipped with a battery-operated integrated electronic ignition and intended only for outdoor use. The grills have round black bodies with silver/aluminum trim. The words "Char-Broil®" and "Patio Bistro®" are printed near the thermometer on the grill's lid and near the control knob on the front of the grill. The grills have a rating label on the bottom support on the back of the unit that states "Char-Broil, LLC," the model number and other information. The grills were sold with the following model numbers: Model Name Model Number(s) Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 240 Full Size 11601558, 11601558-A1, 12601558 and 12601558-A2 Char-Broil® Gas Patio Bistro® 180 Table Top 12601713 Read more.


August 15, 2013

Appliances, Coffee Makers or Teapots, Kitchen

Applica Consumer Products Reannounces Black & Decker Spacemaker Coffeemaker Recall Due to Injury Hazard; Units Sold After Recall

The recalled coffee maker is designed to mount under a cabinet. It is available in white or black and has the words "BLACK and DECKER® SPACEMAKER™" printed in the top right-hand corner of the product. The coffeemakers have a digital time display in the top left corner and five round buttons above the water reservoir for programming. The 12-cup coffee pots are glass with a molded handle the same color as the machine and a silver metallic bracket running around the glass near the bottom. The model number is printed on the underside of the coffeemaker, directly below the water reservoir. Model number SDC 740 was previously recalled with other eight models in 2012. After the recall announcement, an additional 641 units continued to be sold. Read more.


August 14, 2013

Tractors, Garden Tractors, Gardening and Landscaping, Yard and Garden

John Deere Recalls Compact Utility Tractors Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death (Recall Alert)

This recall involves 19 models of John Deere 1000, 2000, 3000 and 4000 series compact utility tractors manufactured between February 2013 and July 2013. The tractors are green and yellow with a foldable black, metal rollover protection bar that extends above the operator's head. The model number is on the hood. The serial number is located on the right hand side of the frame above the front axle. Compact utility tractors with serial numbers in the following ranges are included in this recall: Model Number Vehicle Identification Number Ranges 1023E 1LV1023EXXX310006 to 1LV1023EXXX310083 1025R 1LV1025RXXX111788 to 1LV1025RXXX116214 2025R 1LV2025RXXX110121 to 1LV2025RXXX110202 2032R 1LV2032RXXX110008 to 1LV2032RXXX110283 2320H 1LV2320HXXX712151 to 1LV2320HXXX712593 2520H 1LV2520HXXX811702 to 1LV2520HXXX811703 2720H 1LV2720HLCH511543 (Only) 3320H 1LV3320HXXX910198 to 1LV3320HXXX910700 3320P 1LV3320PXXX910129 to 1LV3320PXXX910299 3520H 1LV3520HXXX910239 to 1LV3520HXXX910579 3520P 1LV3520PXXX910098 to 1LV3520PXXX910188 3720H 1LV3720HXXX910181 to 1LV3720HXXX910429 4120H 1LV4120HXXX916152 to 1LV4120HXXX916350 4120P 1LV4120PXXX916013 to 1LV4120PXXX916014 4320H 1LV4320HXXX916166 to 1LV4320HXXX916420 4320P 1LV4320PXXX916036 to 1LV4320PXXX916112 4520H 1LV4520HXXX916127 to 1LV4520HXXX916276 4520P 1LV4520PXXX916034 to 1LV4520PXXX916135 4720H 1LV4720HXXX916129 to 1LV4720HXXX916919 Read more.


August 14, 2013

Appliances, Electric Frying Pans And Skillets, Kitchen

LTD Commodities Recalls Microwave Crisper Pans Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall involves microwave crisper pans. The carbon steel pan is sold with a glass lid that has a white ceramic knob on top. The non-stick pan has bottom grooves and a silicone base. Catalog number MUP or 4040011017 is printed on the outside of the box, near the UPC bar code 707569068464. Shipments made after July 2013 include a label on the knob that reads "inspected" and are not included in this recall. Read more.


August 13, 2013

Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation, Two-Wheeled Powered Off-Road Vehicles

Husqvarna Recalls Closed-Course/Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard

This recall involves four 2013 models of Husqvarna closed course/competition motorcycles, including CR125, WR125, WR250 and WR300. The Husqvarna two-wheeled off-road motorcycles are white, red and black. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycle just below the tail end of the seat. Husqvarna is printed on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Consumers can identify the model year by checking the letter in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the right side of the steering head. The letter D is a 2013 model. Read more.


August 8, 2013

Fuel and Lighters and Fireworks, Fuels and Gas and Oils, Lamp Oils

Big Lots Recalls Tabletop Torches Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

This recall involves large and small round tabletop torches that have a wick and burn liquid citronella fuel. The large torches have a steel fuel container covered in multi-colored glass in a mosaic pattern. The large torch measures about 10 inches in diameter, 5 inches high, and weighs about 2 ½ pounds. The small torches have multi-colored glass fuel container with a metal and wire stand. They measure about 5 inches in diameter, 5½ inches high and weigh about one pound. "Table Top Torch distributed by Big Lots, Inc." and item #DC12-21111 (large torch) or Item #DC10-20160 (small torch) is printed on a yellow label on the bottom of the large torch and on a hang tag on the small torch. Read more.


August 8, 2013

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

Giant Bicycle Recalls XtC Bicycles and Seatposts Due to Fall Hazard

This recall includes 2013 model year Giant XtC Advanced SL 29er 0 and 29er 1 series bicycles and 27.2 mm carbon fiber seatposts sold separately. The SL 29er 0 model bicycle is white, black and blue. The SL 29er 1 model is white, black and red. The letters "XTC" appear on the down tube of the frame on both bicycles. The name "Giant" and "Contact SLR" appear on the 27.2 mm carbon fiber seatposts. Read more.


August 8, 2013

Babies and Kids, Toys

Holgate Toys Recalls Playmat Sets Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Wegmans Food Stores

The Wegmans Playmat Set includes a 24-inch by 30-inch cotton canvas playmat and four toy wooden vehicles. The toy vehicles include a blue car, a red "Wegmans" delivery van, a green "Wegmans" farm tractor and a yellow "School Bus." The sets were sold in a yellow box measuring about 12-inches by 12-inches with "Wegmans Playmat Set," an age label circle with "2+" and "Made in the USA" printed on the front of the box. UPC Code 0 7789028735 4 is printed on the back of the box. Read more.


August 7, 2013

Building Materials and Home Structures, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

LSI Recalls Wind Speed Sensors Due to Risk of Injury from Impact (Recall Alert)

This recall involves LSI model GS025 wind speed sensors with serial numbers 100015 and 100412. Model and serial numbers can be found on the underside of the product's base. The charcoal-grey colored sensor has "LSI" printed on one side and three windspeed cups on the top of the product. The 7-inch-high sensors are often used by crane operators to gauge wind conditions when lifting and moving items. Read more.


August 7, 2013

Babies and Kids, Toys

Toysmith Recalls Toy Light-Up Frogs and Ducks Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Cost Plus World Market

This recall includes light-up soft plastic toy frogs and ducks. The toys light up when the sensors on the bottom of the product are touched or placed in water. The frog comes in green and the ducks come in yellow, pink and clear. The toys are approximately 2.25 inches in length and 1.5 inches in height. There is a round tag attached to the product with the UPC number 2424 5159. Read more.


August 6, 2013

Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation

Gerber Recalls Uppercut Knife and Sheath Sets Due to Laceration Hazard

All Uppercut Knife and Sheath sets include a black nylon sheath with an engraved Gerber sword and shield logo printed on the front and "GERBER" engraved on the snap clip on the back. The sheaths are approximately 2.25-inches long and 1.25-inches wide at the top, tapering down to 0.5-inch at the base. The knife sold with the sheath is a T-handled knife with an overall length of 4-inches and a 2-inch double-edged blade that snaps into the molded sheath. The knife has a laser marked white sword and shield logo on the front and a white alphanumeric code on the back tang of the knife. The Uppercut sets that were sold in a box have model number 30-000650 printed on the box. Sets sold in blister pack packaging have model number 31-001727 printed on the packaging. Read more.


August 6, 2013

Sleepharmony Pink Youth Beds Recalled by Glideaway Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

This recall involves pink-colored twin-size, metal beds with three pink heart-shaped designs on both the footboard and headboard. The beds come with an assortment of stickers that can be applied to the heart shape design. The model number for the pink beds is #MB-YPT-R1 and can be found on the box and the instruction sheet that came with the bed. The manufacture date code is located on a yellow label affixed to the inside of the metal side rail and appears as MFG: year/month/day: "MFG: 2013/01/25." The recalled beds were manufactured between December 2011 and May 2013. Black and white models are not part of the recall. Mattresses are not part of the recall. Read more.


August 1, 2013

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

Cannondale Recalls Slice RS Bikes Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall includes all 2013 model year Cannondale triathlon and time trial Slice RS bikes including the Black Edition, Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 bicycles and framesets. The Black Edition bikes come in black and the word Cannondale is in green on the top tube. The Ultegra and Ultegra Di2 are white with red trim and the word Cannondale is in black on the down tube of the bicycle. The unusual brakes on the Slice RS models are mounted behind the front fork and under the chainstay. Read more.


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