March, 2014

March 27, 2014

Batteries (Other than Button Batteries), Batteries and Chargers, Electronics

Lenovo Recalls Battery Packs for ThinkPad Notebook Computers Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves Lenovo battery packs sold with the following ThinkPad notebook computers: the Edge 11, 13 and 14 series, the T410, T420, T510 and W510 series, and the X100e, X120e, X200, X201 and X201s series. The battery packs were also sold separately. The black battery packs measure between 8 to 11 inches long, 1 to 3 inches wide and about 1 inch high. Recalled battery packs have one of the following part numbers starting with the fourth digit in a long series of numbers and letters printed on a white sticker below the bar code on the battery pack: 42T4695, 42T4711, 42T4798, 42T4804, 42T4812, 42T4822, 42T4828, 42T4834, 42T4840 and 42T4890. Read more.


March 27, 2014

Lawn Mowers and Leaf Blowers and Lawn Vacuums, Riding Lawn Mowers, Yard and Garden

Excel Industries Recalls BigDog and Hustler Mowers due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)

This recall involves the BigDog and Hustler brand riding mowers. The BigDog mower is red with a grey seat and a black roll bar. The words BigDog Diablo are printed below the front of the seat and on the sides of the mower. The Hustler mowers are yellow with grey seats. The Hustler mowers have "Hustler" on the front of the footrest and say FastTrak, FastTrakSD or RaptorSD in red on the yellow bar below the front of the seat. The FastTrak and FastTrakSD mowers have a black roll bar. All mowers have right and left steering handles. The recalled mowers have serial numbers between 13082168 and 14012774 for the BigDog R Diablo, between 13081106 and 14013675 for FastTrak, between 13081129 and 14013689 for FasTrakSD and between 13081376 and 14013882 for Hustler RaptorSD. The serial number appears on a tag located on the left side of the seat platform in front of the fender. Read more.


March 26, 2014

SATCO Products Recalls KolourOne LED Light Bulbs Due to Risk of Injury

This recall involves SATCO KolourOne brand Panel Array 2.0 and DUO 2.0 PAR 30 and 38 LED light bulbs. The 13-, 14- and 17-watt white bulbs were sold in longneck and shortneck models and have the KolourOne logo printed on the neck of the bulb. Product numbers beginning with S89XX or S90XX are printed below the logo. Lot numbers are printed on the outer rim of the optical lens and those with the letter "A" in the last character position are not included in the recall. Models Product Numbers Panel Array 2.0 14 W PAR30 Shortneck E26 Base S8934, S8935, S8936, S8941, S8942, S8943 Panel Array 2.0 14 W PAR30 Longneck E26 S8947, S8948, S8949, S8971, S8972, and Gu24 Bulb S8973, S9054 Panel Array 2.0 17 W PAR38 E26 and Gu24 Base S8977, S8978, S8979, S8984, S8985, S8986, S9060 Duo 2.0 13 W PAR30 Shortneck Bulb S9017 Duo 2.0 13 W PAR30 Longneck Bulb S9020 Duo 2.0 17 W PAR38 Bulb S9023 Read more.


March 25, 2014

Ace Hardware Recalls LED Clamp Light Due to Shock and Fire Hazard

This recall includes the Ace Clamp-On LED Work Light measuring 3 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep and 2.25 inches high. It has a silver plastic lamp head with black rubber sides and eight LED lights on one side; a black plastic cube-shaped lamp base sized 1.75 inches wide by 2.25 inches deep by 2 inches high, a 6-foot black cord; and silver clamp with black rubber grips. The recalled units are stamped with the model number "DC004" and date code "08/13" on the back of the light base. Read more.


March 25, 2014

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

Centex Homes Recalls Solar Panels Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves Open Energy 34 watt (OE-34) Solar Panel energy systems sold under the brand name Open Energy SolarSave Roofing Tiles. SolarSave panels replace conventional roof tiles and provide solar power to the building. This recall involves all brown, terracotta and gray OE-34 SolarSave roof tiles installed on new homes sold by Centex Homes ("Centex"). This recall does not include any other solar panels, except for the OE-34 model, installed on homes sold by Centex. Read more.


March 25, 2014

Dolls or Plush Toys or And Action Figures, Toys

Wal-Mart Recalls Dolls Due to Burn Hazard

The My Sweet Love / My Sweet Baby electronic baby doll comes in pink floral clothing and matching knit hat. The 16 inch doll is packaged with a toy medical check-up kit including a stethoscope, feeding spoon, thermometer and syringe. The doll's electronics cause her to babble when she gets "sick," her cheeks turn red and she starts coughing. Using the medical kit pieces cause the symptoms to stop. "My Sweet Baby" is printed on the front of the clear plastic and cardboard packaging. The doll is identified by UPC 6-04576-16800-5 and a date code which begins with WM. The date code is printed on the stuffed article label sewn into the bottom of the doll. Read more.


March 20, 2014

Bedz King Recalls Bunk Beds with Side Ladder Due To Entrapment Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall involves Bedz King bunk beds with a side ladder. The beds were sold in twin over twin, twin over full and full over full combinations and four colors; white, espresso, honey and cappuccino. Affected models include BK 150SL, BK 151SL, BK 950SL, BK 951SL and BK 975SL. Model information and "Bedz King" are printed on labels attached to the top headboard. Read more.


March 20, 2014

IKEA Recalls Children's Bed Canopies Due to Strangulation Hazard

This recall involves IKEA children's bed canopies. The canopies are made out of mesh fabric and hang from the ceiling onto a child's crib or bed. They measure about 7 ft. long and about 2 ft. in diameter. The canopy's name is printed on the washing instructions label sewn onto the bottom of the fabric. Canopy Name Article Number Description BARNSLIG Boll 201.078.30 Red pointed canopy top with white mesh fabric FABLER 201.308.78 White pointed canopy top with multicolored dots and upside-down triangles sewn on the white mesh fabric HIMMEL-Blue 901.376.40 Blue pointed canopy top with blue mesh fabric HIMMEL-Blue/White 201.758.38 Blue pointed canopy top with white mesh fabric and white clouds HIMMEL-Green 701.376.41 Green pointed canopy top with green leaves and green mesh fabric HIMMEL-Pink 101.376.39 Pink pointed canopy top with pink mesh fabric KLÄMMIG 928.165.95 Yellow canopy attached to a stand which is clamped to the frame of a crib. LEGENDARISK 600.506.81 White canopy with golden ribbon at the top and crowns printed on sheer white fabric MINNEN Bed Canopy Set 900.877.58 White canopy with golden swirl decorations printed on the edge of the fabric MINNEN Brodyr 501.076.78 White pointed canopy top with green leaf decorations sewn on the sheer white fabric TISSLA 902.367.15 Light pink pointed canopy with pink lace and sequins sewn on the sheer light pink fabric Read more.


March 20, 2014

Toys

Minga Fair Trade Imports Recalls Wooden Flipping Acrobat Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The recalled flipping acrobat toys are made of painted wood and are 8.5 inches tall. The toys consist of two rectangular wooden sticks connected by a wood crosspiece near one end and a coyote, super hero, woodpecker or yellow bird wooden cartoon character suspended by nylon string at the other end. Read more.


March 19, 2014

Babies and Kids, Toys

Ganz Recalls Grumpy Cat Stuffed Animal Toys Due to Choking Hazard

This recall involves three styles of plush Grumpy Cat stuffed animal toys by Ganz. They include an 8-inch Grumpy Cat in laying position, a 5-inch long sitting Grumpy Cat and a 4-inch Grumpy Cat key clip. The toys are multi-colored in white with dark brown, light brown and gray fur material. Grumpy Cat toys have blue crystal eyes with the eye lids half closed, a down-turned mouth and white whiskers. This toy is labeled for ages 3 and older. The Grumpy Cat key chain has a black plastic key clip at the top of the cat's head. The recalled toys have batch numbers 86754 or 224861, and model numbers printed on the sewn-in label located near the tail of the cat. The recalled toys model and batch numbers are: Description Model Batch 1 Batch 2 Grumpy Cat 8" Laying HGC12974 86754 224861 Grumpy Cat 5" Sitting HGC12982 86754 224861 Grumpy Cat Key Clip HGC12983 86754 224861 Read more.


March 19, 2014

Babies and Kids, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

Vera Bradley Recalls Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny Toys Due to Choking Hazard

This recall involves all Vera Bradley Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny stuffed animal toys. The products are made of cotton and fleece. The bear ring rattle has a white teddy bear head, arms attached to an O-shaped body with a green, blue, brown and pink crisscross pattern design rattle. The bear ring rattle measures about 4.25 inches in diameter. The bunny is 10 inches tall from the top of its head to the bottom of its foot and was sold in three printed patterns. The "Bunny in Lilli Bell" has green vines with pink and orange flowers on the body, limbs and the back of the ears. The "Bunny in Lola" has a crisscross geometric pattern on the arms, legs and ears of the white headed bunny with a floral print body. The "Bunny in Tutti Frutti" has a green with a pink and yellow floral printed pattern fabric covering whole body. All of the recalled rattles and bunnies have a white pom-pom tail on the back of the item. The name Vera Bradley is marked on a tag attached to each item along with the following serial numbers: Item Pattern Serial No. Bunny Lola 007590013357145 Bunny Lillie Bell 0000630012803140 Bunny Tutti Frutti 0000630012803142 Bear Ring Rattle Lola 007590013234135 Read more.


March 18, 2014

Recreational Vehicles (Unlicensed), Sports and Recreation, Utility Vehicles

Arctic Cat Recalls Off-Highway Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall includes Model Year 2014 Arctic Cat Prowler 500 HDX Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle (ROV). The two-seat vehicles come in four colors: green, red, vibrant red metallic or emerald green metallic. The vehicles have "Arctic Cat" printed on each side of the hood and on the cargo box tail gate, "500" printed on each side of the front fenders and "HDX" printed on each side of the rear cargo box. Read more.


March 18, 2014

Electrical Systems, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Panelboards or Circuit Breakers or GFCIs or Fuses

Schneider Electric Recalls Square D-Brand F and K Frame Circuit Breakers Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves Square D brand models FA, FH, FI and FY one-, two- and three-pole circuit breakers rated 15 to 100 amps, and model KI two- and three-pole circuit breakers rated 110 to 250 amps. The F model breakers were manufactured May 8, 2013 through June 10, 2013 and have date codes 13193 through 13241. The K models were manufactured May 2, 2013 through June 21, 2013 and have date codes 13184 through 13255. The date codes are YYWWD format (example: 13184 = year 2013, week 18, day of the work week 4/ Thursday). The circuit breakers have a yellow label with the words "Square D" or the Square D logo. Model information can be found on the faceplate. Read more.


March 14, 2014

Electronics

MobilePower Recalls Multi-Function Power Packs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively by QVC (Recall Alert)

This recall involves MobilePower Instant Boost 500, 6-in-1 Power, multi-function power packs with model number 2013, QVC SKU# V31873 and serial number MPC-060512-25. The model and serial numbers are located on the back panel on a white label next to the inverter fan. MobilePower Instant Boost 500 is printed on the front of the units. The power packs can supply AC or DC power and can recharge by either plugging into an electrical outlet or a DC accessory port or cigarette lighter port in your vehicle. They have two A/C outlets, a USB port, car battery jumper cables, and an air hose outlet to inflate tires. The power packs weigh 20 lbs., are black and blue color and measure about 9 inches tall, 10 inches wide and 8 inches long. Read more.


March 13, 2014

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

BMC Recalls Stromer Electric Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards

This recall involves all 2013 Stromer ST1 women's and men's pedal-assist electric bicycles, models M33 Elite and P48 Platinum. The bikes were sold in three colors; black, red and white. They have an integrated lithium battery located inside the down tube, motor on the rear hub and a three-button LCD system display on the handlebars. "Stromer" is printed on the top tube of the bicycle frame and on the seat and chain guard. The fork's serial numbers for the recalled bikes start with: ST1S2F, ST1S2G, ST1S2H, ST1S2I, ST1S2J, ST1S3A, ST1S3B, ST1S3C, ST1S3D and ST1S3E. The serial number is etched at the bottom of the rear fork. Read more.


March 13, 2014

The Conran Shop Recalls Pondicherry Dining Tables Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Recall Alert)

The wood tables have a table top wrapped in brass. The brass has been coated with zinc to give it a green patina, and then coated with a clear matte lacquer. The tables are about 78 inches long, 36 inches wide and 29 inches tall and have four legs made of teak wood. The table top is made of acacia wood and has either four or six panels of zinc-patinated brass nailed to it. Read more.


March 13, 2014

TJX Recalls Autumn 2013 Gardeners Eden Light-Up Decorations Due to Fire Hazard; Sold exclusively at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls and HomeGoods Stores

This recall involves autumn 2013 Gardeners Eden decorative wreaths and Chinese Lantern plant arrangements. The wreaths are made of dried twigs held together with wire and twine. They are decorated with silk leaves, foam berries, papier-mâché pumpkins and gourds in autumn colors or silk leaves and papier-mâché Chinese Lantern fruit. The plant arrangements are made of twigs with papier-mâché Chinese Lantern fruit held together with wire and twine. LED lights are in the pumpkins, gourds and Chinese Lantern fruit. The LED lights are powered by three AA batteries contained in a black plastic battery box. Style numbers are on the price tags attached to hangtags on the products. The following wreaths and Chinese Lantern arrangements are being recalled: Product Style Number Store Wreath 585738 T.J. Maxx Chinese Lantern 585755 Wreath 805496 Marshalls Chinese Lantern 805509 Wreath 667661, 667689, 676074 HomeGoods Chinese Lantern 686740 Read more.


March 12, 2014

Sports and Recreation, Track and Field and Exercise

Fitbit Recalls Force Activity-Tracking Wristband Due to Risk of Skin Irritation

This recall involves Fitbit Force™ wireless activity-tracking wristbands with model numbers FB402BK, FB402BKS, FB402SL and FB402SLS. The wristband operates as a pedometer, sleep monitor and watch. It is made of plastic with a stainless steel casing and clasp and a small LED display screen. The display screen is flush with the top side of the band and a control button is on one side of the band. The wristband is about 3/4 inch wide and comes in large and small sizes and in the colors black or slate. The model number is on the back of the recalled wristband below the charging port. Read more.


March 11, 2014

Therapedic of New England Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard; Sold at BJ's Wholesale Club (Recall Alert)

This recall involves Therapedic brand twin- and full-size Comfort Deluxe and Comfort Supreme style mattresses. "Therapedic" and the style name are printed on a label on the left of the top of the mattress. The date of manufacture and TEP Bedding GRP Inc., 161 Grand Valley Avenue, Orwell, Ohio 44076 are printed on a white label hanging on the side of the mattress. The recalled mattresses were manufactured in 2013. Read more.


March 7, 2014

Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation

ZLP Manufacturing Recalls Hornet Zip Line Trolleys Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall involves the ZLP Hornet zip line trolley. The trolley has yellow, triangular side plates with ZLP Hornet cut into one of the plates. There are rollers at two corners of the side plates and a handle through the center with black handle grips. The yellow side plates are held together by a T-shaped retaining pin. The pin can be released by pushing a blue push-button on the end of the pin. Read more.


March 6, 2014

Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Home Cleaning Appliances and Equipment, Manual Cleaning Equipment (Not Buckets And Pails)

Air Movers Recalled by Packaging Tape Inc. Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in commercial and residential buildings. The air mover's molded plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches deep by 16.5 inches wide and has a 25-foot yellow electrical cord. They have an on/off switch located on the left side of the front of the unit. Models OPS-2500-CF and OPS-2500-CFR are black and model OPS-2200Y-CF is yellow. The model number is available on the sales invoice. The CleanFreak.com logo and phone number are printed on a white label with green lettering on the front of the unit and on a silver or yellow label on the back of the unit. Read more.


March 6, 2014

Hobby

Canon Recalls to Repair PowerShot SX50 HS Digital Cameras

The PowerShot SX50 HS is a black compact digital camera. The words "PowerShot SX50 HS" are printed on the top of the camera. The affected cameras have serial numbers beginning with "69", "70" or "71" and have "1" as the sixth digit of the serial number. The serial number is on the side or bottom of the camera housing. Read more.


March 6, 2014

High-Powered Magnets, Toys

Design Ideas Recalls Magnets Due to Risk of Ingestion

This recall involves miniature office and refrigerator magnets sold in the shape of a duck, blowfish and a splat. A small magnet is affixed to the underside of the brightly colored plastic objects which were sold in sets of four or six. Model number 3205121 (duck), 993205114 (duck), 3205122 (blowfish) or 3205078 (splat) is printed on the bottom of the packaging. "Magnets" and the Design Ideas logo are printed on the front of the package. Read more.


March 6, 2014

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

Tektro USA and TRP Recall Mechanical Disc Brake Calipers Due to Crash Hazard

This recall includes Spyre and Spyre SLC dual-piston mechanical disc brake calipers sold as original and aftermarket equipment in 2013. Spyre calipers have a black anodized caliper body and a silver actuator arm with "Spyre" on it. Spyre SLC calipers have a polished aluminum caliper body and a black composite actuator arm with "Spyre SLC" on it. Recalled calipers have a fastening screw with a hollow six-pointed star-shaped head with no markings on it and a 3-millimeter pad adjust screw on the outward side. The recalled calipers were also sold as original equipment on bicycles manufactured or distributed by BTI, Diamond Back Bicycles, Giant Bicycles, Hans Johnson Co (HJC), Kona, Marin Bikes, Quality Bicycle Products, Raleigh America Inc. and Volagi Cycles. Both models were sold with 140-millimeter or 160-millimeter rotors. Read more.


March 5, 2014

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

Fitness Anywhere Recalls TRX Dip and Hammer Bars Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)

This recall involves TRX dip bars and hammer bars used with TRX S-Frames and Elevated Frames which are used to support TRX exercise equipment. The TRX dip bar for an S-Frame consists of two handles about 18" apart at the base affixed to a 49" bar that attaches to the S-Frame. The TRX dip bar for an Elevated Frame consists of two handles about 18" apart at the base affixed to a 58" bar that attaches to the Elevated Frame. They are used for performing dips and other related exercises. The TRX hammer bar consists of two handles about 16" apart affixed to a 17" bar that attaches near the top of the S-Frame or Elevated Frame and is used for performing pull ups and other related exercises. Read more.


March 5, 2014

Gardening and Landscaping, Lawn Trimmers or Edgers (Not Brushcutters), Yard and Garden

Hitachi Koki Recalls Grass Trimmers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

This recall involves twelve models of Hitachi Koki and Tanaka-brand hand-held grass trimmers. The gasoline-powered trimmers have either a green engine cover (Hitachi) or orange (Tanaka). The Hitachi or Tanaka logo is printed on the circular plate on the starter pull housing. Model and serial numbers are also located on the circular plate. Trimmers included in the recall have one of the following model numbers and have a serial number that begin with J, P or a number: Brand Model Number Hitachi CG22EAB(SLP) CG22EAD(SLP) CG22EAS(SLP) CG24EASP(SL) CG27EASP(SL) Tanaka TCG22EAB(SLP) TCG22EAD(SLP) TCG22EAS(SLP) TCG24EASP(SL) TCG27EASP(SL) TCG40EAS(LP) TCG40EAS(P) Read more.


March 5, 2014

Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Portable Electric Heaters

Twin-Star Recalls Duraflame Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

This recall involves Duraflame-branded electric space heaters, model DFS-220, sold in three colors, black, red and white. The heater's flame effect resembles a fireplace and works with or without heat. The heaters measure about 14.5 inches high, 13 inches wide and 8 inches deep. The on-off switch and the high/low heat settings are located on the upper left back side of the unit. The Duraflame logo appears on the front of the unit. The model number can be found on a white label located on the heater's back panel. Read more.


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