July, 2013

July 31, 2013

Babies and Kids

Far East Brokers Recalls Ladybug-themed Kids’ Outdoor Furniture Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

This recall involves red ladybug-themed kids' metal-framed outdoor furniture sold under the Leisure Ways brand. The recalled items have large ladybug images on the fabric and include a camp chair, folding chair, moon chair, double-seat swing chair and patio set that includes two chairs, a table and an umbrella. A tracking label sewn into the seat of each chair includes the production date "December/2012" and the words, "Distributed by: Far East Brokers and Consultants, Inc." Read more.


July 31, 2013

Clothing and Accessories, Shoes, Shoes and other footwear

JP Boden Recalls Kensington Court High Heel Shoes Due to Fall Hazard

The Kensington Court 3 1/2 inch high heel patent leather shoes were sold in four colors including dark blue with beige trim, cream with tan trim, red with gray trim and turquoise blue with beige trim. The plain toe pump women's shoes were sold in sizes 5-1/2 to 10-1/2. The Boden logo is printed on a label on the inside sole of the shoe. Read more.


July 31, 2013

Toys, Water Toys

Be Amazing! Toys Recalls Monster Science and Super Star Science Colossal Water Balls Due to Serious Ingestion Hazard

This recall involves marble-sized toys that absorb water and grow up to 400 times their original size. They were sold as Monster Science Colossal Water Balls (model #7255) and Super Star Science! Colossal Water Balls (model #7704). Monster Science packages contain eight balls and "Growth Powder." Super Star Science! packages contain five balls. The balls were sold in an assortment of blue, green, orange, purple, red, yellow or clear colors. The "Be Amazing! Toys" star logo, "Ages 8+", the name of the toy, "Colossal Water Balls" and a warning not to use without adult supervision are on the front of each product's packaging. Model numbers are printed on the back of the packaging. Read more.


July 30, 2013

Bistro Chairs Recalled by Midwest-CBK Due to Fall Hazard

This recall involves distressed gray wash bistro chairs with metal frames, metal scrolling with wooden slats on the seatbacks, and round wooden slat seats. The chairs measure about 36 inches tall by 21 inches wide by 17 inches deep. Item number 304136 and UPC number 7384490413 are printed on a hangtag attached to the chair. Read more.


July 25, 2013

Fans, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

Home Depot Recalls Soleil Portable Fan Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves Soleil portable fan heaters with model number LH-707. The model number is printed on the underside of the fan on a sticker. The circular table fans are white plastic and are 1500 watts. Soleil is printed on the center front of the fan. The fans have a thermostat control on the bottom left front and a power and fan speed control on the bottom right front. The fans measure about 8 inches in diameter by 8½ inches tall. Read more.


July 25, 2013

Other Sports and Recreation Activities, Sports and Recreation

Krankcycle by Matrix with Detachable Seat Recalled by Johnson Health Tech Due to Fall Hazard

This recall involves all Johnny G. Krankcycles® by Matrix with detachable seats that can be removed from the frame by lifting up on the seat. The Krankcycles have handles that the user turns in a circular motion for cardio exercise. Consumers can use the machine in a seated or standing position. The Krankcycles measure about 57 inches tall by 27 inches wide by 42 inches long. They are black and silver-colored. "KRANKcycle" and "Matrix" are printed on the machines. Read more.


July 25, 2013

Gas-Burning Fireplaces, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

Lennox Hearth Products Recalls Fireplaces Due to Risk of Gas Leak and Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall involves natural gas or propane Lennox and Superior brand fireplaces with the following model and serial numbers. Lennox model numbers include ELDV, LDV, MLBV-40, MLDVT, MPB, MPD, MPDP, RHAP54, and SYM. Superior model numbers include SDV, SLDVT and SLBV. Serial number have 10 digits starting with 6412D4, 6412E4, 6412F4, 6412G4, 6412H4, 6412D7, 6412E7, 6412F7, 6412G7 or 6412H7. The model, serial number and the Lennox or Superior brand names are printed on the rating plate located in the control box area of the fireplace. Read more.


July 25, 2013

Refrigerators, Appliances, Kitchen

Viking Range Expands Recall of Built-In Refrigerators with Bottom Freezers Due to Injury Hazard; Doors Can Detach

This recall involves Viking built-in 36-inch wide refrigerators with bottom freezers with models and serial numbers/date codes listed below. The model and serial numbers are located on the ceiling of the interior of the refrigerators. The first six numbers in the serial number range are the manufacture date of the unit in (mm)(dd)(yy). Model numbers starting with: Serial number/Date codes starting with: Designer Series DDBB363, DDBB536, DTBB363, 110105 - 081012 DFBB363, DFBB536, FDBB5361 Professional Series VCBB363, VCBB536, VCBB5361, 110105 - 080512 VIBB363, VIBB536 Read more.


July 24, 2013

Big Lots Recalls Holiday Pathway Lights Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

The recalled 10-piece light sets are used to illuminate pathways during the Christmas holiday season. The sets contain ten 11-inch tall light stakes with a 5-inch colored bulb on each. The stakes are connected by a 15-foot long cord. "Holiday Light Bulbs" and "10-Piece Set" appear on the top and two long sides of the packaging. "J.S.N.Y. # 4482" and the Universal Product Code (UPC) 0-84358-04482-4 appear on the bottom of the packaging. Two labels are attached to the lighting string. The UL symbol, "Decorative Lighting String, T-4, 192 Issue No. T-192," "A411458D1" and "For Indoor and Outdoor Use" appear on one label. "E326856," "Model No.DS-10L/1F(0.08)" and "MADE IN CHINA" are on the other label. Read more.


July 23, 2013

Electrical Systems, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Portable Generators

Subaru Portable Gasoline Generators Recalled by Robin America Due to Fire, Burn Hazards

The recalled portable gasoline generators are Subaru models SGX3500, SGX5000 and SGX7500. They have yellow fuel tanks and black frames with collapsible handles. The word "Subaru" is on the fuel tank and is on the control panel under the Subaru logo. The Product, or Spec, number and serial number are on the end of the fuel tank above the wheels. Generators with the following product numbers and serial numbers are being recalled: Model No. Prod/Spec No. Description Serial No. SGX3500 RGR35023020 3500-watt generator 1000243 to 1000481 1000723 to 1000962 1000988 to 1001745 SGX5000 RGR50023020 5000-watt generator 1000665 to 1000875 1001089 to 1001300 1001326 to 1002049 1002506 to 1002929 SGX7500 RGR75023020 7500-watt generator 1000229 to 1000427 1000629 to 1000828 1000889 to 1001937 1001950 to 1002150 1002823 to 1003216 Read more.


July 23, 2013

Cribs, Babies and Kids, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Nan Far Woodworking Recalls Rockland Furniture Round Cribs Due to Entrapment, Suffocation and Fall Hazards; Sold Exclusively at jcpenney

This recall involves Rockland Furniture round cribs with model number 343-8314. The model number is printed on a label located on the inner-lower portion of the crib rail. The cribs are 44 ½ inches in diameter and were sold in white, ebony and cherry finishes. Read more.


July 23, 2013

Babies and Kids, Baby Walkers and Jumpers, Nursery Equipment and Supplies, Toys

Kids II Recalls Baby Einstein Activity Jumpers Due to Impact Hazard; Sun Toy Can Snap Backward

This recall includes Baby Einstein Musical Motion Activity Jumpers with model number 90564. The model number can be found on a tag attached to the underside of the seat. These stationary activity centers have a support seat covered in blue fabric attached to a large white metal frame and include a variety of brightly colored toys surrounding the seat. The yellow sun toy is attached to the seat frame on a flexible stalk with either three or five brightly colored rings. A date code is located in the lower right corner of the sewn in label on the back of the blue seat pad. The following date codes, indicating a manufacture date prior to November 2011, are included in the recall: OD0, OE0, OF0, OG0, OH0, OI0, OJ0, OK0, OL0, OA1, OB1, OC1, OD1, OE1, OF1, OG1, OH1, OI1, OJ1 and OK1. Read more.


July 23, 2013

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

Girls Boots Recalled By Renaissance Imports Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Academy Sports + Outdoors

This recall involves Autumn Run brand girls Gemma II style boots with SKU number 0529-02613-1050. The SKU number can be found on a tag which is located inside the shoe, on the inner side of the collar. The brown roper style boots were sold in girls sizes 5 to 11. A paisley-print fabric sash and a leather beaded strap are tied around the boot. Read more.


July 18, 2013

Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Outerwear

Macy's Recalls Infants' First Impressions Varsity Jackets Due to Choking Hazard

This recall involves infants' snap-up jackets with hoods. The hooded jackets come in navy blue with green and turquoise trim, or gray with yellow sleeves and navy and yellow trim. Style number 1300 is found on the label sewn into the side seam and the UPC code is found on the product hangtag. The recalled jackets come in the following sizes and UPC codes: Macy's Military Exchange Size UPC Color Size UPC Color 3-6 MO 766360093969 CHARCOAL 3-6 MO 766360738853 CHARCOAL 6-9 MO 766360093976 CHARCOAL 6-9 MO 766360738860 CHARCOAL 12 MO 766360093952 CHARCOAL 12 MO 766360738846 CHARCOAL 18 MO 766360093983 CHARCOAL 18 MO 766360738877 CHARCOAL 24 MO 766360093990 CHARCOAL 24 MO 766360738884 CHARCOAL 3-6 MO 766360094010 FIJI BLUE 3-6 MO 766360738907 FIJI BLUE 6-9 MO 766360094027 FIJI BLUE 6-9 MO 766360738914 FIJI BLUE 12 MO 766360094003 FIJI BLUE 12 MO 766360738891 FIJI BLUE 18 MO 766360094034 FIJI BLUE 18 MO 766360738921 FIJI BLUE 24 MO 766360094041 FIJI BLUE 24 MO 766360738938 FIJI BLUE Read more.


July 18, 2013

Grills and Accessories, Yard and Garden

Masterbuilt Manufacturing Recalls Electric Smokers Due to Fire Hazard

The upright electric smoker is a rectangular, black matte colored cabinet with a stainless steel door with a glass window. The smokers were sold with a remote control and have a control panel on the top front of the unit. The 20070312 model smoker measures about 32 inches high by 17 inches wide by 15 inches deep. The 20070512 model smoker measures about 40 inches high by 22 inches wide by 16 inches deep. Model number 20070312 or 20070512 is printed on the serial plate located on the rear panel of the smoker. The smokers have a screen printed Masterbuilt logo on the window and on the serial plate. Read more.


July 17, 2013

Clothing and Accessories, Drawstrings, Outerwear

Boys’ Hooded Jackets Recalled by 5 Star Kids Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

This recall involves boy's long sleeve hooded jackets sizes 2T to XL. The word "Mecca" is embroidered on the front chest of the garment and on the interior label sewn into the neck of the jacket. There are elastic drawstrings around the neck and waist. The style number can be found on a label sewn into the jacket one inch above the bottom seam on the left side. Style Number Size Color MK310702 S-XL Black, Coffee Bean, Keg Green, Khaki, Deep Sea Navy MLK310702 S-XL Black, Coffee Bean, Keg Green, Khaki, Deep Sea Navy MT310702 2T-4T Black, Coffee Bean, Keg Green, Khaki, Deep Sea Navy MK31111509 S-XL Black, Dark Brown, Gun Metal, Khaki, Navy MLK31111509 S-XL Black, Dark Brown, Gun Metal, Khaki, Navy MT31111509 2T-4T Black, Dark Brown, Gun Metal, Khaki, Navy Read more.


July 17, 2013

Flashlights or Battery-Powered Lanterns, Outdoor Lighting, Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation, Yard and Garden

Industrial Revolution Recalls LED Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at REI Stores

The recalled UCO Arka LED lantern can be used as a flashlight, a lantern or a USB charger. It has a red cap around the flashlight lens, a collapsible clear plastic lantern top and a black base with red extendable feet. It comes with a rechargeable 3.7V 4Ah Lithium-ion battery, a USB cable and a wall charger. The lantern is 7.7 inches tall and 2.5 inches in diameter. It collapses to 5.25 inches tall when closed. "UCO" and an image of a flame are printed in red on the base. There are two USB ports (USB-A and USB-mini) under recessed caps on the base of the lantern, just above the red ring at the bottom. The wall charger is a one-inch black plastic cube with a white-faced plug. Model number "A1265" is printed above the plug's prongs and a small green dot appears below on the lower corner. Read more.


July 17, 2013

Humidifiers, Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

Sears Reannounces Recall of Kenmore Dehumidifiers Due to Additional Reports of Fires, Burn, Low Consumer Response Rate

This recall involves Kenmore brand 35-, 50- and 70-pint dehumidifiers made by LG and manufactured between 2003 and 2005. The dehumidifiers are made of white plastic and are between 21 and 24 inches tall, about 15 inches wide and about 13.5 inches deep. They have a fan, humidity controls and a Kenmore logo on their top front panels. They come with front-loading water buckets. Some models include remote controls. The model number can be found on the right side of the interior of the unit once the bucket has been removed. Recalled units have the following model numbers: 35-pint (2004) - 580.54351400 50-pint (2003) - 580.53509300 70-pint (2003) - 580.53701300 70-pint (2004) - 580.54701400 70-pint (2005) - 580.54701500 Read more.


July 17, 2013

Babies and Kids, Baby Bathtub Seats and Rings, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Thermobaby Bath Seats Recalled by SCS Direct Due to Drowning Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com

The recall includes Aquababy Bath Ring seats in pink or blue designed for children five months to ten months old. The seat is made of white plastic with blue, pink or green trimming and has four suction cups on the bottom. An oval-shaped arm rail runs from the seat back and connects two side posts and the seat front post. There are three spinning toys on the front of the seat rail above the front post. "Thermobaby Z.I. De Kerbois," "Aquababy" and "Ref. 1953 Made in France" is engraved underneath the bath seat. Read more.


July 11, 2013

Pools and Water Sports, Scuba Diving, Sports and Recreation

Hollis Recalls Digital Dive Computers Due to Drowning Hazard

The recall includes Hollis brand DG03 dive computers with serial numbers 100 through 1142 that may be used with integrated transmitters that monitor tank pressure. The round black 2-1/2 inch diameter computer has a digital screen and is worn on the diver's wrist like a watch. The name of the product, Hollis DG03, is printed on the front of the unit and the serial number is printed on the back of the unit. These computers allow scuba divers to measure the time and depth of a dive. Only dive computers with software labeled Revision 1A, viewed on the computer's display are included in the recall. Read more.


July 11, 2013

Staples Recalls Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

The office chairs with unpadded arms have a five-wheel base and come in two colors: gray and burgundy. A tag on the bottom of the seat cushion has the SKU and item numbers printed on it: the gray SKU is 924204 with item number 21084; and the burgundy SKU is 924203 with item number 21083. Read more.


July 3, 2013

Angel’s Touch Collections Recalls Butterfly and Shell Lamps Due to Shock and Fire Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

This recall involves "Butterfly Clip Light" (SKU# 416593) and "Shell Clip Light" (SKU #416955) lamps that feature a Tiffany-style stained glass shade resembling a seashell or a multicolored butterfly. The seashell lamps measure 5.5-inches tall and 1.5-inches wide, and weigh around 1.5 pounds. The butterfly lamps measure 10.5-inches tall and 7.5-inches wide, and weigh around 2 pounds. Both lamps use a 7-watt type C bulb and have a plug-in cord with a cord-mounted on/off thumb-switch. The SKU number can be found on the product's packaging. Read more.


July 3, 2013

Hammocks, Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation

Outdoor Solutions Hammock and Sunshade Recalled by H-E-B Due to Fall Hazard

The Outdoor Solutions Hammock and Sunshade is a stand-alone, light-brown canvas hammock that sits inside a steel and plastic frame. It has a detachable sunshade affixed to the hammock. The product was sold in a light brown canvas bag with handles. A tag affixed to the outside of the canvas bag includes the product name, model number 147184 and UPC number 4122088609. Read more.


July 3, 2013

Toy Vehicles (Not Riding Toys), Toys

Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

This recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5. The model number is printed on the front of the product packaging and on the underside of the helicopter. The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, approximately 9 inches high and have the Fast Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case. Read more.


July 2, 2013

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

Yamaha Recalls Big Bear ATVs Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)

The recalled vehicles are four-wheeled 2012 Yamaha Big Bear 400 ATVs. The model numbers YFM40FBBGR, YFM40FBBL and YFM40FGBGR can be found on the left and right side panels of the unit. The ATVs are blue, green or camouflage and have black gear racks on the front and back. The words Yamaha Big Bear can be found on both sides of the ATV and the fuel tank. The VIN number is stamped on the frame just behind the front left wheel. The letter "C" in the 10th position of the VIN indicates the ATV was made in 2012. Read more.


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