Recalls: Yard and Garden

July 3, 2008 Outdoor Canopies Sold Exclusively at BJ's Wholesale Club Recalled by Wanda Technology Due to Fire Hazard

This recall involves the outdoor canopies with “Code Number: 1020-8-WT2007”. The canopies are white, measure 10’ X 20’, and have a metal frame with four corner posts that support a fabric top which shields the user from the sun. The code number can be found on a label sewn into the canopy fabric. Read more.


June 24, 2008 A. O. Smith Recalls Water Pump Motors Due to Fire Hazard

The recall involves motors included with lawn sprinkler pumps and jet pumps manufactured by F. E. Myers Co. The recall also includes replacement pump motors that were sold separately. Read more.


June 4, 2008 QVC Recalls Tomato Planters Due to Collapse Hazard

The Topsy-Turvy Deluxe Tomato Planter with Stand (Item Numbers M16702 and M17499) is an upright planter used for growing tomatoes, peppers, or cucumbers. The planter consists of a 16” X 15” bag which holds up to 30 pounds of soil and is attached to the top of a 6-foot tall adjustable pole. Three legs are inserted into the pole to form a 36-inch wide base. Read more.


May 22, 2008 Char-Broil Recalls Two-Burner Gas Grills Sold Exclusively at Mills Fleet Farm Stores Due to Fire, Burn Hazard

This recall involves the Char-Broil gas grills with model number 463720108 and serial number ranging from 000001 to 000402. The gas grills have a main burner with two-burner plates, a 170 square inch swing-away rack, two side shelves and a condiment basket. Char-Broil’s logo is on the top of the lid of the grill. The serial and model numbers are located on the white rating label on the back of the horizontal support of the grill. Read more.


May 15, 2008 Shindaiwa Corp. Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards

This recall involves Shindaiwa Models EB8510 and EB8510RT. All models up to serial # 7014728 are included. The backpack blowers weigh approximately 24 pounds and include Serial Numbers through February 2007 production (S/N 702XXXX) which are located on the side label. These machines are black and blue with a red and black label that reads, “EB8510, Shindaiwa.” Read more.


May 5, 2008 Onward Manufacturing Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

This recall includes the Signet, Sovereign and Sovereign XL series gas grills. Read more.


April 25, 2008 CPSC, Kyodo America Recall LawnBott Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard

This recall involves LawnBott lawn mowers with model numbers LB2000, LB2100, LB3000, and LB3200. The robotic lawn mowers freely and automatically cut grass by detecting the signal of a perimeter cable. The mowers have a docking station for recharging and a shiny plastic cover sold in red, green or blue. ”Evolution” or “deluxe” is printed on the side of the mower. Read more.


March 6, 2008 QVC and Tristar Recall Electric Grills Due to Fire Hazard; Consumers to Receive New Instructions

This recall involves a dual surface electric contact grill sold under the “Hulk Hogan’s Ultimate Grill” brand. The grills are silver/gray in color, have removable cooking plates, a cassette to catch drippings, and fold for storage or transport. Model number PZ-3012 is printed on a silver label attached to the back of the grills. Read more.


February 5, 2008 Children's Toy Gardening Rakes Recalled by Downeast Concepts; Violates Lead Paint Standard

The recalled toy gardening tool hand rake has a wooden handle and a metal yellow bottom. “Backyard and beyond Garden Tools” is printed on the toy’s tag which hangs from the toy’s handle. Read more.


January 16, 2008 John Deere Tractors Recalled Due to Collision Hazard

The recalled tractor is model number 3203, which is painted on the side of the tractor. The recall includes the following serial numbers: Read more.