Recalls: Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures

October 12, 2007 J.C. Penney Recalls Shag Rugs Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves “Alyssa” shag rugs that were available in the following dimensions: 2’ x 3’ oval, 4’ x 6’ oval, 5’ x 8’ oval, 8’ x 11’ oval, 8’ round, and a 2’ x 6’ rectangular runner. The rugs have a one-inch pile height and were available in four color patterns: red/natural/brown, chocolate/olive/natural, gold/rust/natural, and blue/rust/green/natural. Read more.


October 5, 2007 P3 International Recalls IonizAir™ Air Purifiers Due to Risk of Fire

The recalled air purifier is a tabletop model that is about 6” x 3 1/2” x 11 1/4”. The unit has a removable cartridge with a silver-colored handle. The recall involves model number P4620 with lot numbers beginning with either 03 or 04 or having no lot number. The lot number is located on the bottom of the air purifier. No other models or lot numbers are included in this recall. Read more.




August 30, 2007 Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard

The recalled electric heaters are white-colored with the name “Aloha Breeze” printed on the front. The recall includes model number 05226 with date codes of 07/05, 08/05 and 11/05. The model number and date code are printed on the silver label located on the bottom of the heater. Read more.


August 30, 2007 B&F System Inc. Recalls Emergency Tool Kits Due to Fire and Shock Hazards

The recalled emergency tool kits have booster cables in combination with other tools and safety equipment. The recall includes the following models: Read more.


August 30, 2007 Berko Electric Toe-Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

The recall involves electric, toe-space heaters typically installed in kitchens and bathrooms at floor level in the recessed space under cabinets. The recall includes Berko Electric catalog numbers TS, TS-1 and TS-1A and Emerson Electric "Chromalox Comfort Heating" and "Environmental Products" catalog number KSH2000. The heater is controlled by a wall thermostat or a thermostat mounted on the front of the heater. The heater has a removable, black metal grille that measures 23 1/2 -inches wide and 3 1/2 -inches tall with five sets of openings, each with seven horizontal louvers. Read more.


August 23, 2007 AC Adapters Sold With Network Hard Drives Recalled by I-O Data Device USA Due to Burn Hazard

This recall involves all AC adapters with model number IO-ACADP1510UL. The model number can be found on the AC adapter. The AC adapters were sold with I-O Data® network hard disk drives model number UHDL-160U or UHDL-300U. The model number for the network hard disk drive is located on a label at the base of the console. Read more.


August 15, 2007 Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Skil® Circular Saws Due to Laceration Hazard

The recall involves Skil® brand circular saws with model numbers 5650, 5700, 5750 and 5755. The model number and date code are printed on the nameplate located on the front of the saw. The recall includes the following date codes: Read more.


August 13, 2007 Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative Recalls Junction Boxes for Fire Hazard

This recall involves junction boxes installed between the water heater and load management switch. The metal junction boxes measure about 4 inches by 4 inches and have no markings. The junction box contains wiring connections for water heaters. Read more.