Recalls: Home Appliances, Maintenance and Structures


June 28, 2006 CFM Corp. Recalls Sequoia Wood Burning Fireplaces for Fire Hazard

Only models EWF30, EWF36, and EWF36A are affected by this recall. The recalled fireplaces are 400 or 700 pound steel plate wood-burning fireplaces with the trade name "Sequoia." The fireplaces measure 30-inches-wide or 36-inches-wide, have doors which seal them and are designed for installation in openings in the walls of homes that connect to chimneys. Affected model and serial numbers are: Read more.


June 19, 2006 Phil Vassil Rugs Recalls Flokati Rugs for Fire Hazard

This recall includes Phil Vassil rugs with model numbers 1500 (white) and 2000 (black), which is written on the underside of the rugs. The units are 5-foot by 7-foot, and are made of 100 percent wool. The rugs bear an adhesive label that reads in part "…FLOKATI RUG…HAND MADE PURE WOOL…MADE IN GREECE…SIZE APPROX. 5 X 7 FT…QUALITY 1500GR/CM…" Read more.


June 9, 2006 Safety Alert: Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels Lack Safety Warning Label

The wheels have a black, abrasive exterior; a red circular label on the interior; and are used to clean, slot, nick and cut metal. The wheels were sold under the "Vermont American" brand name had the following catalog numbers, diameters and blade thickness: Read more.


June 9, 2006 Safety Alert: Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Masonry Drill Bits Lack Safety Warning Label

The drill bits are 1/4-inch by 13-inches long, 5/16-inch by 13-inches long, 3/8-inch by 13-inches long, and 1/2-inch by 13-inches long. They were sold separately as accessories under the "Vermont American" brand name under catalog numbers: 14044, 14045, 14046, and 14048. Read more.


May 19, 2006 Tyco Fire & Security Recalls Smoke Detectors for Replacement

These are smoke detectors installed in commercial buildings throughout the U.S. after August 1, 2004. The model numbers listed below are included. Building owners and managers with these smoke detectors will be contacted. Read more.



May 10, 2006 American Innovations Corp. Recalls Ladder Extensions that Can Detach and Hit Consumers

The Ladder Walk-Through Railing Extensions fit over extension ladder rails and provide handholds for safe passage while moving to a platform or rooftop. Read more.


May 2, 2006 First Alert Smoke Alarms and Combination Smoke/CO Alarms Recalled for Rapidly Draining Battery Power

The recall involves ONELINK™ battery-powered smoke and combination smoke/CO alarms. "First Alert" and "ONELINK™" are printed on the front of the alarm. The model number and date code are printed on the back of the alarm. Model number SA500 or SCO500 with a date code prior to March 3, 2006 are included in this recall. Read more.