January, 2015

January 29, 2015

Heating and Ventilation and Air Conditioning, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Kerosene or Oil Heaters

Sunbeam Recalls Holmes Oil Filled Heaters Due to Scald Hazard

This recall involves Holmes brand oil-filled heaters that are black or white in color. The heaters included in the recall are about 23 inches tall, 6 inches deep and 12 inches wide and have model number HOH3000 or HOH3000B printed on a label on the bottom of the product. The "Holmes" logo is near the power switch and temperature control. Products affected have a code on the heater plug blade within the following range: G192 through G298. No other codes are affected. Read more.


January 28, 2015

Vosges Haut-Chocolat Recalls Festival of Lights Gift Box Sets Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

This recall involves the Festival of Lights Chanukkah Gift Box set. The set includes a clear plastic menorah, 45 kosher candles and eight chocolates. The set comes in a white and purple box with two flaps on one side that open to reveal three rows of drawers: eight small drawers across the top for chocolates and two long drawers beneath for the menorah and candles. Read more.


January 27, 2015

Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Power Sanders, Tools and Hardware

Mirka Extends Recall of Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves 5-inch and 6-inch Mirka CEROS compact electric random orbital sanders. The sanders are yellow and black with Mirka logo on the front. A speed control lever is on the top of the sanders and a vacuum hose connector on the rear. The recalled sanders came with either a cardboard box or a plastic carrying case, a 12-foot power cord, a wrench, a multi-hole backup pad and assorted abrasives. Some also came with a DC transformer. The 5-inch sander is model CEROS550. The 6-inch sander is model CEROS650. Model information is on a white sticker on the back of the sander housing beneath the hand grip. Serial numbers are engraved on the side of the sander housing just above the dust shroud. Sanders with serial numbers in the following ranges are being recalled: Model Serial Number Range CEROS550 345231326001 to 345231326023 345331326001 to 345331326025 401528672001 to 401528672080 402228672001 to 402228672016 CEROS650 401428673001 to 401428673070 401528673001 to 401528673026 Also being recalled in the U.S. only: Sander models CEROS550, CEROS650, and 6-inch sander model CEROS680 that were sent to the Mirka Authorized Repair Center between February 24, 2014 and December 16, 2014 to receive a new speed controller. Mirka is directly contacting U.S. consumers with sanders that were sent to the repair center and have serial numbers in the following ranges: Model Serial Number Range CEROS550 241328672025 to 417528672091 CNM25465 to VUU35621 CEROS650 334328673009 to 401428673070 CNM25731 to VVU66448 CEROS680 CLA47198 to VLA38835 The serial numbers are engraved on the side of the sander housing just above the dust shroud or on a white label on the back of the sander housing beneath the grip. Read more.


January 22, 2015

Outdoors and Camping, Sports and Recreation, Tree Stands (Hunting)

Hunters’ Tree Stands Recalled by Primal Vantage Due to Fall Hazard

This recall involves two 2014 models of hang-on tree stands used by hunters. They include the Ameristep Hyde Cliff Hanger with model number 2RX1H008C and date code JH-2014-3-6 and the Ameristep Hyde Sky Walker with model number 2RX1H009C and date code JH-2014-3-6. The date code is stamped on the back of the tree stand's aluminum seat frame. The model number is printed on the packaging and in the instruction manual. "Hyde" is printed in red on the vertical aluminum bar between the seat and the foot platform. Read more.


January 22, 2015

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

Johnson Health Tech Recalls Matrix Fitness Strength Training Machines Due to Risk of Impact Injury, Laceration and Fall Hazards

This recall involves five models of the Matrix Fitness series strength training machines with chrome frames, stacked weights, overhead pulleys, and some with black or blue vinyl seats and thigh supports. Models include VY-6021 Lat Pulldown, VY-6042 Bicep/Triceps Press, VY-6046 Lat Pulldown/Low Row, VY-6099 Total Body Trainer, and the J7021 Special Order Lat Pull. "Matrix" and the model number are printed on a white sticker at the base of the machines. They are used in commercial fitness facilities such as health clubs, hotels, apartment complexes and rehabilitation centers, schools and municipal facilities. Read more.


January 21, 2015

General Purpose Household Cleaners, Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures, Household Chemicals and Paint and Cleaning Products

CR Brands Recalls Mean Green Cleaner and Degreaser Products Due to Chemical Hazard

The recalled cleaning products came in white plastic spray bottles and white or green plastic containers. The words "Mean Green Super Strength Cleaner and Degreaser" or "Mean Green Industrial Strength Cleaner and Degreaser" are on a label on the front and the UPC number is on the back. The recall involves products with date codes 4225, 4226, 4227, 4228, 4229 and 4230. The date code is printed below the label on the bottle. The recalled units include: Size UPC Mean Green Super Strength Spray 20oz 720547001208 Mean Green Super Strength Spray 40oz 720547001406 Mean Green Super Strength 128oz 720547001017 Mean Green Industrial Strength 128oz 720547001024 Read more.


January 21, 2015

La-Z-Boy Recalls Control Wands Sold With Silver Luxury Lift Chairs Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)

The recalled control wands were sold with the La-Z-Boy Silver Luxury Lift model chairs only. These electric wands allow the user to control the movement of the chair, i.e. to recline it and or to make entering or exiting the chair easier. The rectangular-shaped black plastic wands have a large round circle on the top of the wand with two circle-shaped graphics that read "LIFT" and "RECLINE" and the La-Z-Boy logo printed in white lettering at the bottom of the wand. The words "La-Z-Boy," "REV: 0" and S/N number 37205143800005310 are printed on a label on the back of the wand. The Silver Luxury Lift model chairs were sold in a variety of sizes, colors and fabrics including leather. Read more.


January 14, 2015

NPD Furniture Recalls Dining Chairs Due to Fall Hazard

The Abby Dining Chair has dark brown wooden legs with seat and back upholstery in either gray or green fabric with black or white edge piping. The chair is approximately 20 inches wide, 24 inches deep and 36 inches tall. The SKU number 428136-CS-C or 428136-GS-C is printed on the product packaging. There are no identifying labels on the product itself. Read more.


January 13, 2015

Cribs, Babies and Kids, Baby Mattresses and Pads, Nursery Equipment and Supplies

IKEA Recalls Crib Mattresses Due to Risk of Entrapment

This recall involves IKEA VYSSA style crib mattresses with the following five model names: VACKERT, VINKA, SPELEVINK, SLÖA and SLUMMER. The involved mattresses were manufactured on May 4, 2014 or earlier. An identification label attached to the mattress cover has the date of manufacture in Month-DD-YYYY format and the VYSSA model name. A gap between the mattress and crib ends larger than two finger width is an indication of the defective mattress. Read more.


January 8, 2015

Babies and Kids, Clothing and Accessories, Nightwear

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

This recall involves Star Ride Kids girl's pajama sets. The recalled pajamas are made of polyester and sold in sizes 4 through 14. The pajama sets consist of polar fleece pants with a bow and elastic at the waist and a jersey two-piece long-sleeve shirt. Style reference number 5217 or 5250 is on a label in the side seam of each shirt. "Star Ride Taking It To The Next Level" is on a label in the waistband of each pair of pants. The logo "Star Ride" is printed on the inside back of the neck of each shirt. Some shirts have a hangtag on the wrist with the words "flame resistant sleepwear." The sets were sold in the following combinations: Style Reference No. 5217 Black and white zebra printed pants paired with a blue top with a zebra printed heart on the center front. Pink and black zebra printed pants paired with a white top with pink, heart-shaped peace signs and the word "Peace" printed on the center front. Style Reference No. 5250 Blue pants with the words "Happy, Love, Dreams" in a multicolored print paired with a white and blue top with the word "Hope" printed on the center front. Pink pants with the words "Happy, Love, Dreams" in a multicolored print paired with a white and pink top with multicolored stars on the lower left side. Read more.


January 8, 2015

CoScentrix Expands Recall of DD Brand Candles Due to Fire Hazard; Exclusively at Hobby Lobby

This recall involves four types of DD branded single-wick candles: Mason jars in 5- and 12- ounce sizes, decorative jars in 10- and 20-ounce sizes, 13-ounce coffee tins and 13-ounce jars with a holiday theme. The candles were sold in a variety of fragrances and colors. The 5-ounce Mason jars are 2.25 inches wide by 3.75 inches high. The 12-ounce Mason jars are 3 inches wide by 5 inches high. The jars have gray metal lids. The DD logo and the word Handcrafted are in raised letters on the front of the jars. The candle fragrance and size are printed on a hang tang attached to the mouth of the jars. The 10-ounce decorative jars are 4 inches wide by 3 inches high. The 20-ounce decorative jars are 5 inches wide by 4 inches high and hold a candle. The jars have gray metal lids with the DD logo in raised letters on the top. The candle fragrance and size are printed on a rectangular label on the front of the jar. The 13-ounce coffee tins are 3.5 inches wide by 4 inches high and have a silver metal lid. The candle size and fragrance are printed on a label that wraps around the outside of the tin. The 13-ounce holiday candle jars are 3.75 inches wide by 4 inches high and have silver metal lids with the DD logo in raised letters on the top. The DD logo inside a floral wreath, the fragrance and size are printed directly onto the front of the jar in silver. The SKU number is on a label on the underside of each container. Candles with the following scents and SKU numbers are being recalled: Scent SKU# 5-ounce Mason jar Green Tea Leaf 746123 Pineapple Lavender 759258 Tomato Tart 721704 12-ounce Mason jar Apple Spiced Cider 956797 Apricot Cranberry Jam 5441431* Cherry Lime Spritzer 956862 Crushed Basil Leaves 910919 Ginger Vanilla 956755 Meyer Lemon and Juniper 909168 Night Potion 5441357* Peach Cobbler 956359 Pineapple Lavender 957068 Rasberry Whip 956706 10-ounce decorative jar Autumn Moonlight 957142 Beach Getaway 957712 Clementine and Mango 957506 Fern Leaf 957159 French Berries 957308 Sea Spa 957167 Southern Magnolia 957738 Spring Bouquet 957746 Tuscan Harvest 958009 Vanilla Orchid 958025 Vintage Luxe 958033 20-ounce decorative jar Autumn Moonlight 841130 Beach Getaway 881920 Clementine and Mango 878900 Fern Leaf 854968 French Berries 886392 Sea Spa 859652 Southern Magnolia 883264 Spring Bouquet 889527 Tuscan Harvest 891242 Vanilla Orchid 892216 Vintage Luxe 905919 13-ounce coffee tin Rooibos Tea 578476 13-ounce Holiday candle Holiday Wreath 507186 Pomegranate 516997 Sleigh Ride 512061 Snowfall 500777 *Candles with seven-digit SKUs are seasonal. Read more.


January 8, 2015

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

Pro Performance Recalls SKLZ Resistance Trainers Due to Risk of Severe Injury

This recall involves the SKLZ Recoil 360™ All-Position Resistance Trainers, which is a leash-type device that provides resistance during exercise. The resistance trainer consists of a belt, an 8-foot flexible cord attachment leash, a safety handle and a storage bag. "SKLZ" followed by an arrow is printed on the belt. Users wear the belt, which is connected to the flexible cord. The safety handle, connected to the flexible cord, is held by a coach or partner to provide resistance while the user runs, jumps or shuffles. In lieu of a coach or partners, the safety handle can be connected to a sturdy stationary object like a fence or post. Belts with the arrow before the "SKLZ" are not included in this recall. Read more.


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