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RECALLS
2006-2008
The following is a partial
list of children related recalls announced by the U.S. Consumer Product
Safety Commission (CPSC) from January 2006 until now.
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
Cobra
Electronics Recalls Childrens Two-Way Radios with Rechargeable Batteries
Due to Chemical Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively in Toys R Us Stores
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cobra
Electronics, of Chicago, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 8,000 Childrens
Two-Way Radios. The rechargeable batteries in the radios can leak electrolyte,
posing a chemical burn hazard to consumers.
Swim
N Score Dive Sticks Recalled by Modells Due to Risk of Impalement Injury
to Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Modells
Sporting Goods, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 130 CORAL
Swim N Score Pool Stix. Children can fall or land on these dive sticks
in shallow water and suffer impalement injuries. Eye and other facial injuries
are also possible. In April 2001, CPSC banned certain types of dive sticks.
JA-RU
Recalls Toy Trains Due To Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), JA-RU
Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 18,000 My Little
Train Classics Toy Trains. The recalled toy contain small parts which can
detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Off-Road
Motorcycles Recalled by American Honda Motor Due to Risk of Swing Arm Weld
Failure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
13,000 Honda Off-Road Competition Motorcycles. The weld on the right side
of the swing arm can fail, causing the rider to lose control and crash.
This could pose a risk of injury or death to riders.
Claire's
Recalls Children's Metal Necklaces Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Claires
Boutiques Inc., of Hoffman Estates, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about
67,000 Best Friends Yin Yang Necklaces Sets. The recalled necklaces contain
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
OKK
Trading Recalls Toy TVs Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), OKK
Trading, of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,100 "Mini-Televisor"
Toys. Surface coating on the toy television could contain excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Toy
Xylophones Recalled by King Import Warehouse Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), King
Import Warehouse, of Dallas, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 144
Toy Xylophones. Surface paint on the toy xylophone contains excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
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2008
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
Wooden
Toys Recalled by Earth Friendly Due To Choking Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Earth
Friendly LLC, of Beaverton, Ore., is voluntarily recalling about 1,000
Wooden Toys. Small parts can detach and break from the toy, posing a choking
hazard to young children. In addition, the size of the rattle handle violates
voluntary rattle standards.
Gaming
System Batteries and Recharging Station Recalled by LeapFrog Due to Burn
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), LeapFrog
Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
35,500 Rechargeable Batteries and Recharging Station for Didj Custom Gaming
System. The rechargeable batteries included with the Recharging Station
can overheat if the gaming system is placed into the recharging base upside
down, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Shimano
American Corp. Recalls Wheels for Bicycles; Flat Tire Can Pose Injury Risk
to Riders
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Shimano
American Corp., of Irving, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 275 Shimano
Dura Ace Carbon Clincher Wheels for Bicycles. Rim surface and spoke hole
plugs on the wheel can cause a puncture to the inner tube, resulting in
a flat tire. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall.
Rage
Wireless Guitars Used with Popular Video Gaming System Recalled Due to
Chemical Burn Risk
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Performance
Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif., is voluntarily recalling
about 57,000 Rage Wireless Guitars. A circuit board defect can cause AA
batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incorrectly,
posing a risk of chemical burns to consumers.
Infant
Death Prompts Recall to Repair 985,000 Delta Enterprise Drop Side Cribs;
Missing Safety Pegs Can Cause Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards
The
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Delta
Enterprise Corp., of New York, New York., is announcing the voluntary recall
to replace missing safety pegs involving 985,000 drop side cribs. Failure
to use or install safety pegs can cause an entrapment and suffocation risk
to infants and toddlers.
Infant
Death Prompts Recall To Repair 600,000 Drop Side Cribs By Delta Enterprise;
Spring Peg Failure Can Cause Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards
The
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Delta
Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y., is announcing the voluntary recall
today of about 600,000 drop side cribs. The cribs drop side can detach
when the spring peg is not engaged, which can cause an entrapment and suffocation
risk to infants and toddlers.
Infant
Death Prompts Recall of Convertible Cribs by Playkids USA; Crib Poses Entrapment
and Suffocation Hazards
The
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in cooperation with Playkids
U.S.A. of Brooklyn, N.Y., is announcing today a voluntary recall of about
2,000 convertible cribs. The sides of the convertible crib are made of
a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and the side through
which an infant can slip. This poses suffocation and entrapment hazards
for young children.
My
Way Corp. Recalls Baby Walkers Due to Stairway Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), My
Way Corp., of San Juan, Puerto Rico, is voluntarily recalling about 800
Baby Walkers. The walkers violate the baby walker voluntary standard and
can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the
edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or
killed.
Toy
Boats Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dollar
General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling
about 200,000 Battery Operated Toy Speed Boats. The two battery terminals
can come into contact with each other, causing the battery to overheat,
posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Bar
Magnets Recalled by Home Science Tools Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Home
Science Tools, of Billings, Mont., is voluntarily recalling about 400 Alnico
Bar Magnets. Surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of
lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Hasbro
Inc. Recalls to Repair Nerf Blasters; Childs Skin Can Get Caught in Plunger
of the Toy
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hasbro
Inc., of Pawtucket, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about 330,000 Nerf
N-Strike Recon Blasters. The blasters plunger can pull the users skin
during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the face, neck,
and/or chest.
Rack
Room Shoes Recalls Girls Sandals Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rack
Room Shoes Inc., of Charlotte. N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 11,000
pairs of Girls Sandals. The ornamental flowers on the sandals can detach,
posing a choking hazard to young children.
CPSC
and Chance Rides Manufacturing Announce Recall to Inspect and Repair YO-YO
Amusement Rides
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Chance
Rides Manufacturing Inc. (CRM), of Wichita, Kansas is voluntarily recalling
to inspect and repair about 85 YO-YO amusement rides across the country.
Coby
Electronics Recalls Rechargeable Batteries Sold with Portable DVD/CD/MP3
Players Due to Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Coby
Electronics Corp., of Lake Success, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
13,000 Rechargeable Batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players. The
rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Outdoor
Playset Gliders Recalled by Backyard Play Systems Due to Fall Hazard; New
Assembly Instructions Provided
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Backyard
Play Systems LLC, of Monroe, Mich., is voluntarily recalling about 500
Heartland/Yardline/Backyard Play Systems Outdoor Playset Gliders. Some
of the gliders were shipped with assembly instructions that did not inform
consumers to tighten all lock nuts during assembly, including those attached
by the manufacturer. As a result, some lock nuts were not fully fastened
during assembly which could cause the glider to detach, posing a fall hazard
to children.
Children's
Necklaces, CD and MP3 Players Sold at Limited Too and Justice Stores Recalled
by Tween Brands Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tween
Brands Inc., of New Albany, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 12,000
Childrens Ball and Heart Necklaces, Portable CD and MP3 Players. Surface
coatings on these products could contain excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
BRP
U.S. Inc. Recalls Youth All Terrain Vehicles Due to Collision Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), BRP
U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis., is voluntarily recalling about 1,200 Model
Year 2008-2009 Can-Am® Youth ATVs. If the rider is ejected and the
cord strap is pulled, the shutoff switch can fail to disable the engine.
The ATV can operate uncontrolled, until the engine returns to idle, and
cause a collision with bystanders, vehicles or other objects. This poses
a serious risk of injury.
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2008
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
CPSC
Reminds Parents of Drowning Dangers Inside the Home - Nearly 100 reported
deaths of children in buckets
Water
anywhere can be a potential drowning hazard. While pools are an obvious
risk, parents should not let their guard down around other hazards such
as bathtubs and buckets. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
is warning parents that children need to be supervised around these common
but sometimes hidden drowning dangers.
Toy
Boats Recalled by Buzzâ€s Boatyard Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Buzzâ€s
Boatyard, of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 200
Toy Boats. The paint on the recalled toy boats contains an excess level
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Toy
Police Cars Recalled by TCB Imports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), TCB
Imports, of Vernon, California, is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 Toy
Police Cars. The red paint on the toy cars contains excess levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
Razor
USA Recalls PowerWing Three-Wheeled Scooters Due to Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Razor
USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 103,000 Razor®
PowerWing⢠Three-Wheeled Scooters. The undersides of the foot
platforms can have sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard to children.
Simplicity
Brand Drop Side Cribs Recalled By Various Retailers Due To Serious Entrapment
And Suffocation Hazard To Infants and Toddlers
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AAFES,
of Dallas, Texas, Babiesâ€Râ€Us, of Wayne, N.J.,
Burlington Coat Factory/Baby Depot, of Burlington, N.J., Kâ€s
Merchandise (out of business), Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids,
Mich., Nebraska Furniture Mart, of Omaha, Neb., ShopKo, of Green Bay, Wis.,
Target, of Minneapolis, Minn., and Wal-Mart Stores Inc, of Bentonville,
Ark., are voluntarily recalling about 600,000 Simplicity Brand Drop Side
Cribs. Due to sizing problems with the cribâ€s hardware, the
drop side can come off the tracks. When the drop side detaches or partially
detaches, it creates a hazardous gap, which can lead to infant entrapment
and suffocation.
Regent
Sports Recalls Soccer Goal Nets Following Strangulation Death of a Child
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Regent
Sports Corporation, of Hauppauge, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
190,000 MacGregor Folding Soccer Goals and Mitre Folding Soccer Goals.
The fixed knot flexible openings in the soccer goal net can pose a head
and neck entrapment or strangulation hazard to young children.
Pottery
Barn Kids Recalls Children's Metal Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pottery
Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 20,000
Childrenâ€s Metal Water Bottles. The sip top on the water bottles
can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Deere
& Company Recalls Gator XUV Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Deere
& Company, of Moline, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 2,500 John
Deere Gator XUV 620i Utility Vehicles. The fuel tank can leak from a gap
in the seam at the base of the filler neck, posing a fire hazard.
Some
Recalled Simplicity Bassinets Include Graco and â€Winnie the
Pooh†Brand
The
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is aware that some bassinets
in the Simplicity recall announced August 28, 2008 include the Graco logo
and â€Winnie the Pooh†motif licensed by Disney
Consumer Products. Consumers are urged to check their bassinets to ensure
they are not using one of the recalled Simplicity models, including those
with the Graco logo or â€Winnie the Pooh.
Remote-Controlled
Helicopter Toys Recalled by Protocol Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ashley
Collection Inc., d.b.a. Protocol, of New York, N.Y, is voluntarily recalling
about 78,000 â€Protocol†Remote-Controlled Mini
Helicopter Toys. The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat.
This can result in the helicopterâ€s body melting, as well
as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.
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2008
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
Baby
Hammocks Recalled by FlagHouse Inc. Due to Fall and Strangulation Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), FlagHouse
Inc., of Hasbrouck Heights, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 100 Yayita
Baby Hammocks. The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard
and strangulation hazard to infants who get entrapped in the seatâ€s
restraint straps while upside down.
Bonne
Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bonne
Bell Co., of Lakewood, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 945,000 Bonne
Bell Childrenâ€s Cosmetics Accessory Bags. The metal clasps
on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which
is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
Six
Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation
Hazard
The
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging retailers across
the country to protect the health and safety of babies by stopping sale
and recalling nearly 900,000 dangerous Simplicity bassinets. Yesterday,
CPSC warned parents, caregivers and consumers to immediately stop using
convertible "close-sleeper/bedside sleeper" bassinets manufactured by Simplicity
Inc., of Reading, Pa., due to a serious safety risk. Today, CPSC is announcing
that six retailers have voluntarily agreed to recall the product and provide
a refund or store credit to consumers who return the product to the store
where purchased.
Wooden
Infant Toys Recalled by Habermaass Corp. Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Habermaass
Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 118,000
Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys. The
wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces
including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking
hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking
hazard.
Children's
Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi International
Due to Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Orioxi
International Corp., of Brea, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 43,000
Childrenâ€s Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets. The sweatshirts
and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation
hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help
prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist
drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Infants
Strangled to Death in Simplicity Bassinets: CPSC Urges Consumers To Stop
Using Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 Convertible â€Close-Sleeperâ€
Models
The
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging parents and caregivers
to stop using convertible â€close-sleeper/bedside sleeperâ€
bassinets manufactured by Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa. CPSC has learned
that on August 21, 2008, a 5-month-old girl from Shawnee, Kan. was strangled
to death when she became entrapped between the bassinetâ€s
metal bars. This is the second strangulation death CPSC has learned of
in the close-sleeper bassinets. On September 29, 2007, a 4-month-old girl
from Noel, Mo. became entrapped in the metal bars of the bassinet and died.
Regal
Lager Recalls to Repair Phil & Teds Strollers Due to Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Regal
Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 44,000 Phil
& Teds e3 Single Buggy, e3 Twin Buggy and sport v1 Single Buggy Strollers
(an additional 425 e3 Twin Buggy Strollers were recalled on May 5, 2006).
The strollerâ€s hinge locking mechanism poses a laceration
hazard to the user folding and unfolding the strollers.
Stroller
Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), International
Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 10,000
Taggies⢠Strollin†Along Stroller Activity Bars.
The shiny material on the elephantâ€s ear on the activity bar
can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Fisher-Price
Recalls Learning Pots and Pans⢠Toys Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price,
of East Aurora, NY, is voluntarily recalling about 15,000 Learning Pots
& Pans⢠Toys. Missing screws in the blue toy pan can cause
the clear plastic cover to come loose and release small balls, presenting
a choking hazard to young children.
Bicycle
Pedals Recalled by Look Cycle; Pedals Can Break Causing Cyclists to Fall
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Look
Cycle USA, of San Jose, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 80,000 (40,000
pairs) KéO Bicycle Pedals. The steel axle inside the pedal
can break, posing a fall hazard to cyclists.
Baby
Appleseed Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Baby
Appleseed, of City of Industry, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
500 Davenport Cribs. The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards
for cribs. The cribs have a two mattress support system. The secondary
mattress support, used for the lowest position, does not meet the full
26 inch minimum height in its lowest position, allowing children inside
to crawl over the railing, posing a fall hazard.
Mother
Hubbardâ€s Cupboards Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mother
Hubbardâ€s Cupboards, of Toronto, Canada, is voluntarily recalling
about 1,300 cribs. The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards.
The distance between the mattress support bracket in the lowest position
and the top of the side rail in the highest position is less than the required
26 inches, posing a fall hazard to children who climb over the railing.
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JULY
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
Wooden
Toys Recalled by Earthentree Due To Choking and Strangulation Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Earthentree
of Kirkland, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 375 Wooden Toys. The
recalled toys contain small parts or can break into small parts, posing
a choking hazard. The recalled rattles violate the federal rattle standard.
Some of the toys also have a string longer than 12 inches, which can pose
a strangulation hazard to young children.
Childrenâ€s
Stuffed Toys Recalled By Daiso Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Daiso
LLC, of Burlingame, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 40 Stuffed Toy
Dogs. The stuffed toys contain small parts, posing a choking hazard to
young children.
Pacific
Science Supplies Recalls Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pacific
Science Supplies Inc., of Bensenville, Ill, is voluntarily recalling about
40,000 U-shaped Magnets, Bar Magnets, Magnet Sets and Magnet Needle Sets.
The paint on the magnets can contain excess levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standard.
Horseshoe
Magnets Recalled by Dowling Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dowling
Magnets, of Sonoma, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 91,500 Classic
Horseshoe Magnets. The plastic coating on the magnets contains excessive
levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Kids
II Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kids
II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 19,000 Bright
Starts Ring Rattles. The tip of the rattleâ€s antenna, which
is attached to a bee figure, can detach and pose a choking hazard to small
children.
Remote-Controlled
Helicopter Toys Recalled by Innovage Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Innovage
LLC, of Foothill Ranch, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 685,000
"Sky Scrambler" and "The Sharper Image" Wireless Indoor Helicopters. The
rechargeable lithium ion battery inside the helicopters can overheat, catch
fire, and ignite nearby combustibles, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Itâ€s
MY Binky Recalls Personalized Pacifiers Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), It's
My Binky, of Henderson, Nev., is voluntarily recalling about 115,000 Itâ€s
My Binkyâ€s Personalized Pacifiers. The pacifier button, ring
handle and shield with nipple can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants..
Parragon
Books Recalls Children's Necklaces Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Parragon
Books Ltd., of United Kingdom, is voluntarily recalling about 500,000 Children's
Necklaces with Ballet Shoes Charms. Solder on the charm of the necklace
may contain high levels of lead, which if ingested by young children can
cause adverse health effects.
Bayside
Furnishings Recalls Youth Bed Toy Chests Sold at Costco After the Death
of a 22-Month-Old Child
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bayside
Furnishings (a division of Whalenâ¢), of San Diego, Calif.,
is voluntarily recalling about 9,350 LaJolla Boat Bed and Pirates of the
Caribbean Twin Trundle Beds. The lid supports on the toy chests fail to
prevent the lid from closing too quickly, posing an entrapment and strangulation
hazard to young children.
Redcat
Racing Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Vehicles Due to Remote Control Defect
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Redcat
Racing Co., of Phoenix, Ariz., is voluntarily recalling about 1,400 Redcat
Racing FM Remote Controlled Vehicles. The remote control unit can lose
its signal, causing the toy vehicle to lose control, posing a risk of injury
to the user or bystanders.
Infant
Garments Recalled by Rashti & Rashti Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rashti
& Rashti, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 6,200 Taggiesâ¢
Sleepâ€n Play Infant Garments. The snaps on these garments
can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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2008
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
Westminster
Inc. Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Due to Risk of Fire
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Westminster
Inc., of Atlanta, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 102,000 â€Thunder
Wolf†Remote Controlled Indoor Helicopters. The rechargeable
battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopterâ€s
body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers.
Stanley
Furniture Recalls Cribs Due to Entrapment Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Stanley
Furniture Company Inc., of Stanleytown, Va., is voluntarily recalling about
1,200 2nd Nature Built to Grow Cribs. The cribs could fail to meet a federal
safety standard for crib dimensions. When the mattress support is in the
middle setting, the space between the mattress and the crib could be too
wide, posing an entrapment hazard to infants.
Jardine
Cribs Sold by Babies"R"Us Recalled Due to Entrapment and Strangulation
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jardine
Enterprises, of Taipei, Taiwan, is voluntarily recalling about 320,000
Jardine Cribs. The wooden crib slats and spindles can break, creating a
gap, which can pose an entrapment and strangulation hazard to infants.
Nordstrom
Recalls Girls†Sandals Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nordstrom
Inc. of Seattle, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 1,500 Nordstromâ€s
Cadence-Lea and Trio-Lea Girlâ€s Sandals. The flower embellishments
on the sandals can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Miracle
Recreation Recalls Tire Swings Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Miracle
Recreation Equipment Co., of Monett, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about
1,400 Playground Tire Swings. The hanger clamp on the tire swing can fail
causing the tire swing to detach. This poses a fall hazard to young children
and risk of serious injury.
Wal-Mart
Recalls Additional Charm Key Chains Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart
Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark., is voluntarily recalling about 39,000
"Hip Charm" Key Chains. The charms on the key chain can contain high levels
of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
Childrenâ€s
Merry-Go-Rounds Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us Recalled by Pacific Cycle
Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pacific
Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis., is voluntarily recalling about 15,000 Playsafe
Spinning Quad Merry-Go-Rounds. The inner bearing on the merry-go-round
can fail, causing the seat assembly to suddenly drop to the ground. This
poses a fall hazard to children riding the merry-go-round.
Childrenâ€s
Animal Tracking Explorer Kit Recalled by MindWare; Contains Chemical That
Irritates Skin and Eyes
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MindWare,
of Roseville, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 2,200 Animal Tracking
Explorer Kit. The powder in the kit marked â€plaster of parisâ€
is actually calcium hydroxide, which poses a risk of skin and eye irritation
to children using the product.
eStyle
Recalls Mini Chef Toy Kitchens Due to Choking and Tip-Over Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), eStyle
Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 65 Mini Chef
Complete Toy Kitchens. The four pegs supporting the oven shelf and four
pegs supporting the refrigerator shelf can pull out of the wood, posing
a choking hazard to children. The toy kitchen unit also can tip over, posing
a risk of serious injury to children.
Bassettbaby
Cribs Recalled Due to Entrapment Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Babies "R"
Us
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bassettbaby,
of Bassett, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 550 Wendy Bellissimo Hidden
Hills Collection Cribs. The space between the spindles on some cribs can
fail to meet federal standards and can pose an entrapment hazard to infants.
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QuinCrafts
Childrenâ€s Jewelry Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), QuinCrafts,
of Dexter, Mich., is voluntarily recalling about 70,000 Makit & Bakit
Jewelry Sets and Suncatcher Sets. The clasps on some of the jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Remote-Controlled
Helicopter Toys Sold Exclusively in Walgreens Recalled Due to Fire and
Burn Hazards by TWIE
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), TWIE,
also known as Tradewinds International Enterprises Inc., of San Francisco,
Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 152,000 â€Sky Championâ€
Wireless Indoor Helicopters. The rechargeable battery contained inside
the helicopter can catch fire, igniting the helicopter and nearby combustible
materials. This poses a burn or fire hazard to consumers.
Kids
Station Toys Recalls Little Tikes Toy Cell Phones Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kids
Station Toys International Ltd. of Miami, Fla., is voluntarily recalling
about 1 million Little Tikes Chit â€N Chat Toy Cell Phones.
The hinge cover on the toy cell phone can detach from the phone, posing
a choking hazard to young children.
Floppy
Friends Horse Toys Recalled by Toy Investments Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toy
Investments Inc., d/b/a Toysmith, of Auburn, Wash., is voluntarily recalling
about 300 Floppy Friends Horse Toys. Surface paint on the toy horse contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Disney
Store Recalls Tinker Bell Wands Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Disney
Store, of Pasadena, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 8,000 Tinker
Bell Wands. The paint on the pearl beads in the flowers of the wands contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Master
Toys & Novelties Inc. Recalls Little Rider Toys Due to Violation of
Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Master
Toys & Novelties Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling
about 6,000 Cowboy on a Horse Little Rider Toys. Surface paint on the shoe
and pants of the rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Manhattan
Group Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Manhattan
Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 7,000
Tumble Tower Infant Rattles. The blue plastic end caps of the rattle can
break, resulting in small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Playworld
Systems Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard Caused by Defective Clevises
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Playworld
Systems Inc., of Lewisburg, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 17,300
Playground Swing Sets. The clevis bearing on the swing set can wear, causing
the swing to detach and the user to fall.
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
Performance
Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Performance
Inc., of Chapel Hill, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 2007 and
2008 Performance Travel Trac Trainers. The springs in the resistance trainers
can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or
bystanders.
Nashbar
Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nashbar
Direct Inc., of Canfield, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 200 2008
Travel Trac Gravity Inertial Trainers. The springs in the resistance trainers
can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or
bystanders.
CPSC
Promotes the Building of Safer Playgrounds to Help Reduce Injuries
During
National Playground Safety Week (April 21-25), CPSC staff is releasing
an update to the popular Handbook for Public Playground Safety, which contains
guidance for childcare personnel, school officials, designers, inspectors,
parents and school groups on building safer playgrounds. Considered by
many to be the model handbook of playground safety, the agencyâ€s
guidelines for public playgrounds have been incorporated by many municipalities
into local and state building codes.
Wal-Mart
Recalls Charm Key Chains Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart
Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark., is voluntarily recalling about 12,000
"Hip Charm" Key Chains. The charms on the key chain can contain high levels
of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
Push
Toys Recalled by Santaâ€s Toy Corp. Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Santaâ€s
Toy Corp., of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 9,000
Western Rider Push Toys. Surface paint on the glove, shirt, and pants of
rider toy contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Hobby-Lobby
Int'l Recalls Battery Chargers Used with Helicopters Due to Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hobby-Lobby
International Inc., of Brentwood, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about
3,200 Lithium-polymer battery chargers and lithium-polymer batteries. The
lithium-polymer batteries can ignite while charging, posing a fire hazard
to consumers.
HSN
Recalls Power Strips for Charge-It-All Valets Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), HSN
LP, of St. Petersburg, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 17,000 Charge-It-All
Valets. The power strip located inside the valet has undersized wires,
which can pose fire and shock hazards to consumers.
Michaels
Stores Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Michaels
Stores Inc., of Irving, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 310,000 Flower
Writers; Christmas Writers; Easter Writers; and Spooky Writers Seasonal
Writing Pens. The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high
levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
FUNTASTIC
Recalls Fake Teeth Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), FUNTASTIC,
of Houston, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 26,000 Hillbilly Teeth.
The gray surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
OKK
Trading Recalls Toy Robots Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), OKK
Trading Inc., of Commerce, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,000
Interchange Robot Toys. Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Fire
Alarm Control Panel Recalled By Gamewell FCI Due to Alert Failure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gamewell-FCI,
of Northford, Conn., is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 Gamewell-FCI
7100 Series Fire Alarm Control Panels. The sounder on the panelâ€s
main circuit board can fail to alert when there is a malfunction.
Childrenâ€s
Board Book Sets Recalled By Dalmatian Press Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dalmatian
Press LLC, of Franklin, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 17,000 Little
Builder Childrenâ€s Board Book Sets with Toys. The cylinder
on the toy concrete mixer and the tailgate on the toy dump truck can detach,
posing a choking hazard to young children.
Magnetic
Dart Boards Recalled By Henry Gordy Intâ€l; Ingested Magnets
Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Henry
Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J., is voluntarily recalling
about 870,000 Fun â€N Games Magnetic Dart Boards. Small magnets
at the ends of the darts can detach. Magnets found by young children can
be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets
can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages,
which can be fatal.
Plush
Insect Toys Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dollar
Tree Stores Inc., of Chesapeake, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 300,000
Cuddly Cousins Plush Insect Toys. The recalled plush insect toys contain
small parts, posing a choking hazard to small children.
Imaginarium
Activity Centers Sold at Toys â€R†Us Recalled
Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toys
"R" Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 16,400 Imaginarium
Multi-Sided Activity Centers and Jungle Activity Centers. Small parts on
the toys can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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Hobby
Lobby Stores Recalls Easter Egg Containers and Spinning Egg Tops Due to
Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hobby
Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla., is voluntarily recalling about
13,000 Camouflage Eggs and Spinning Egg Top Toys. The paint on the toys
contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Toy
Puzzle Vehicle Sets Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold
Exclusively by QVC
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Merchant
Media Corp., of Framingham, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 198,000
Toy Puzzle Vehicle Sets. Surface paints on the puzzle pieces and components
contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
MEGA
Brands Recalls Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-School Magnetic Toys; Ingested
Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MEGA
Brands America Inc., of Livingston, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about
1.1 million Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. Pre-school Magnetic Toys. Magnets
in the small flexible parts of the animals, vehicles and building sets
can detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated.
If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other
and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
MEGA
Brands Recalls MagnaMan Magnetic Action Figures; Ingested Magnets Pose
Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MEGA
Brands America Inc., of Livingston, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about
1.3 MagnaMan Magnetic Toy Figures. Small magnets inside the figures can
detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated.
If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other
and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.
Battat
Recalls Additional Magnetic Construction Sets; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration
and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Battat
Inc., of Plattsburgh, N.Y. , is voluntarily recalling about 7,000 Battat
Magnabild Magnetic Building Toys or Sets (125,000 other Battat Magnabild
Building Systems were recalled on January 23, 2008). Small magnets inside
the building pieces can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be
swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets
can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages,
which can be fatal.
Toy
Sundae Sets Sold at Target Recalled by Battat Inc. Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Battat
Inc., of Plattsburgh, N.Y. , is voluntarily recalling about 22,000 Play
Wonder Toy Sundae Sets. The wooden cherries on top of the toy sundae pose
a choking hazard to young children.
Toy
Airplanes, Cars, and Motorcycles Recalled by S.U. Wholesale Due to Violation
of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), S.U.
Wholesale Inc., of Vernon, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 5,000
X Force Commander Toy Airplanes and Super Famous Toy Cars and Motorcycles.
The recalled toys contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal
lead paint standard.
Hooded
Sweatshirts Recalled by Urgent Gear Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively
at Nordstrom Stores
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Urgent
Gear Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 700 Micros
Boy's Hooded Jackets. The garments have a drawstring through the hood,
which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC
issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled
on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets
and sweatshirts.
Ellaroo
Recalls Infant Sling Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ellaroo
LLC, of McKinney, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 1,200 Ellaroo Ring
Sling Baby Carrriers. The aluminum rings on the sling carriers can bend
or break. This can cause the fabric to slip through the rings and infants
to fall out of the carrier.
Infantino
Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Infantino
LLC, of San Diego, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,000 Infantino
Lamb Grabby Rattles. The tail-piece on the rattles can detach, posing a
choking hazard to young children.
Hooded
Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Rebelette International Due to
Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rebelette
International Trading Corp., of South El Monte, Calif., is voluntarily
recalling about 4,800 Girl's Hooded Sweatshirts. The sweatshirt jackets
have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to
children.
Polaris
Industries Inc. Recalls ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Riders
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Polaris
Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 11,300
Select "Outlaw IRS" ATVs, Model Year 2006-2008. A retention bolt can come
loose causing the rear wheels to lock up, which poses a risk of serious
injury to the rider..
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
Munire
Furniture Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Munire
Furniture Inc., of Piscataway, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 24,000
Majestic Curved Top and Flat Top Cribs, Essex Cribs, Brighton/Sussex Cribs
and Captiva Cribs. The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards
for cribs. The four support brackets on the mattress support spring are
too long. The brackets prevent the spring from lowering to the full 26
inch minimum height in its lowest position, allowing children inside to
crawl over the railing, posing a fall hazard.
Family
Dollar Recalls Magnetic Dart Boards; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and
Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Family
Dollar, of Charlotte, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 250,000 FUN
â€N SAFE Magnetic Dart Boards. Small magnets at the ends of
the darts can detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed
or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract
each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be
fatal.
Children's
Metal Jewelry Recalled by Pecoware Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pecoware
Co. Inc., of Chino, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,900 Children's
Metal Necklaces. The children's necklaces contain high levels of lead.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Children's
Memory Testing Cards Recalled by Riverside Publishing Due to Violation
of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Riverside
Publishing Co., of Rolling Meadows, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about
5,300 Memory Testing Cards (sold as part of educational testing kits).
Surface paint on the cards contains excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Spiderman
Water Bottles Sold Exclusively at Sears Recalled by Fast Forward Due to
Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fast
Forward LLC, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 6,600 Spiderman
Water Bottles. Screws under the bottle's lid can come loose and fall into
the cup, posing a choking hazard to children.
Cinderella
Battery-Powered Toy Cars Recalled by Dumar International USA Due to Fire
and Burn Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dumar
International USA, of Franklin, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 64,000
Cinderella 12-Volt Electric Ride-On Vehicles. The wires under the hood
of the car and/or in the battery compartment under the seat can short circuit,
posing a fire and burn hazard to children riding in the car.
Mission
City Press Recalls Girl's Bracelet Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mission
City Press, of Franklin, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 11,000 A
Life of Faith Charm Bracelet Sets. Surface paint on the pearl white beads
of the bracelet, contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal
lead paint standard.
Bassettbaby
Drop-Side Cribs Recalled Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bassettbaby,
of Bassett, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 18 Wendy Bellissimo Hidden
Hills Collection Drop-Side Cribs. Spindles on the drop-side of the crib
could loosen creating a gap that poses an entrapment and strangulation
hazard.
Polaris
Industries Expands Recall of ATVs Due to Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Polaris
Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 95,000
Polaris All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) (45,000 units recalled in June 2005).
The ATVs can have defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM) that overheat,
posing a fire and burn hazard to riders.
Boy's
Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Siegfried & Parzifal
Due to Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Siegfried
& Parzifal Inc., of City of Industry, Calif., is voluntarily recalling
about 5,000 Karl Kani Boy's Fleece Hoody Sweatshirts. The garments have
a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Remote-Controlled
Helicopter Toys Recalled By Soft Air USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Soft
Air USA Inc., of Grapevine, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 30,000
Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys. The rechargeable battery contained inside
the helicopter can catch fire during charging, igniting the helicopter
and nearby combustible materials. This poses a burn or fire hazard to consumers.
Consumer
Alert: Fire Hazard with Remote-Controlled Helicopters and Airplanes
Playing
with remote-controlled helicopters and airplanes can be fun, but the U.S.
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is concerned about an emerging
fire hazard from the battery technology being used with these toys. CPSC
is urging consumers to follow manufacturerâ€s instructions
when charging toys that contain rechargeable lithium batteries.
Netshops
Recalls Children's Table and Chair Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Netshops,
of Omaha, Neb., is voluntarily recalling about 50 Children's Table and
Chair sets. The surface paint on the children's table and chair sets contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
West
Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration
Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), West
Music Company, of Coralville, Iowa, is voluntarily recalling about 5,500
Transparent Toy Egg Shakers. The end cap can detach from the egg shaker
and allow the small beads to spill out, posing choking/aspiration hazards
to young children.
Pendants
and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Benjamin
International, of Middlebury, Conn., is voluntarily recalling about 460,000
Pendants and Candle Charms. The recalled pendants and charms contain high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Trek
Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Trek
Bicycle Corp., of Waterloo, Wis., is voluntarily recalling about 49,000
Trek MT220 Girls Bicycles. The bicycleâ€s frame can break during
use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries.
Children's
Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Seventy Two Inc. Due to Strangulation Hazard;
Sold Exclusively at Nordstrom Stores
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Seventy
Two Inc., of La Puente, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,800 Bonafide
Love Hooded Children'sSweatshirts. The garments have a drawstring through
the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February
1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or
getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments,
such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Children's
Sketchbooks Recalled by eeBoo Corp. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), eeBoo
Corp., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 80,000 Sketchbooks
with Colored Spirals. The paint on the sketchbooks' colored spiral metal
bindings contains excessive levels of lead violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Children's
Toy Gardening Rakes Recalled by Downeast Concepts; Violates Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Downeast
Concepts Inc., of Yarmouth, Maine, is voluntarily recalling about 400 Toy
Gardening Hand Rakes. The paint on the gardening tool hand rake contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal standard on lead in paint
on toys.
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Baby
Sterling Silver Teethers Recalled by Elegant Baby Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Elegant
Baby and Baby Needs Inc., of Burlington, N.C., is voluntarily recalling
about 200 Heart and Car Sterling Silver Teethers. The hearts and cars on
the teethers can break off, posing a choking hazard to infants.
Girls'
Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Sold Exclusively at Marshalls Stores Recalled
by Apollo Jeans Due to Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AJBlue
LLC, dba Apollo Jeans, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
14,000 Girl's Hooded Jackets. The jackets have a drawstring through the
hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996,
CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting
entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such
as jackets and sweatshirts.
Kids
II Inc. Recalls Crib Toys Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kids
II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 15,000 Baby
Einstein Baby Neptune⢠Soothing Seascape Crib Toys. The anchors
that hold the straps to the back of the turtle can detach, posing a choking
hazard to young children.
RR
Donnelley Recalls Classroom Reading and Math Aids Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RR
Donnelley, of Chicago, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 185,000 Classroom
Reading and Math Aids. Surface paint on the products contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Toy
Wooden Block and Train Sets Recalled By Christmas Tree Shops Due to Violation
of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Christmas
Tree Shops, of South Yarmouth, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 15,000
Big Wooden Blocks and Jumbo Wooden Train Sets. Surface paint on some pieces
of the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Battat
Recalls Magnetic Construction Sets; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and
Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Battat
Inc., of Plattsburgh, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 125,000 Battat
Magnabild Magnetic Building Systems. Small magnets inside the building
pieces can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or
aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract
each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be
fatal.
Toy
Racing Cars Recalled by OKK Trading Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), OKK
Trading Inc., of Commerce, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,000
Toy Racing Cars. Surface paint on the toy cars contains excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Cranium
Cadoo Board Games Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cranium
Inc., of Seattle, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 38,000 Cranium
Cadoo Board Games. The surface paint on the die contains excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Sears
and Kmart Recall Play Stoves Due to Tip-over Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sears,
Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corp., of Hoffman Estates, Ill., are voluntarily
recalling about 17,000 My First Kenmore Play Stoves. A metal bracket connecting
the door to the stove can cause a tip-over when the door is opened. This
poses a risk of injury to young children.
Discount
School Supply Recalls Play Mats Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Discount
School Supply, of Monterey, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 60 Tic
Tac Turtle Toss Mats. The paint on the Tic Tac Turtle Toss mats contains
excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Toy
Wrestler Figures Recalled by A.A. of America Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), A.A.
of America Inc., of East Brunswick, N.J., is voluntarily recalling 5,400
Toy Wrestler Figures. The surface paint contains high levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Shims
Bargain Recalls Pacifiers Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Shims
Bargain Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 45,000
BabyTown Pacifiers. These pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards
for pacifiers. The pacifier shield is too small and could easily enter
the mouth of an infant. Also, ventilation holes are too small and not placed
to allow for the insertion of a tool to remove the pacifier when lodged
in the mouth of a child. Finally, the package fails to display the required
warning instructing consumers not to tie a pacifier around a child's neck,
which would present a strangulation hazard.
Coin
Banks Recalled by TJ Promotions Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), TJ
Promotions, of South El Monte, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,300
Fish Coin Banks. Surface paint on the coin banks contains excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
ATVs
Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Loss of Speed Control
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Honda Motor Co., Inc. of Torrance, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
40,000 Model Year 2007 Honda TRX 500 ATVs. Water can enter the throttle
position sensor and freeze, causing permanent damage if the rider forces
the throttle lever. This could cause the throttle to stick open, posing
a risk of injury or death to riders.
Pacific
Cycle Recalls Children's Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle
and Injure Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pacific
Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis., is voluntarily recalling about 7,000 InStep
Pathfinder, Schwinn Run About, and Mongoose Alley Cat Trailer Bicycles.
The coupler connecting the children's trailer bike to the adult's bicycle
has welds that can fail, posing a fall hazard to children.
Cannondale
Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cannondale
Bicycle Corporation, of Bethel, Conn., is voluntarily recalling 150 Cannondale
2008 model year Scalpel mountain bikes. The frame can break while in use,
causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.
Toy
Wagons Recalled by Tricam Industries Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tricam
Industries Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn., is voluntarily recalling 15,000
Metal Toy Wagons. Surface paint on the wagon bucket contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
ATVs
Recalled By KYMCO Due to Suspension Failure; Riders Can Lose Control of
Vehicle
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), KYMCO
USA, of Spartanburg, S.C., is voluntarily recalling 1,350 2006-2008 Model
Year MXU 500 All Terrain Vehicles. The pivot bolts holding the rear suspension
onto the frame can become loose, causing the rear swing arm to detach from
the chassis posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
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Gap
Outlet Recalls Boys Jackets; Drawstring at Waist Poses Entrapment Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gap
Outlet, operated by Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily
recalling about 16,200 Warmest Jacket Boys Jackets. The jackets have
a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in
small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children.
Tot
Tower Blocks Recalled by eeBoo Corp.; Childrens Toy Can Pose Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), eeBoo
Corp., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 170,000 Tot Tower
toy blocks. The plastic covering on the toy blocks can detach, posing a
choking hazard to children.
Super
Magnet Toys Recalled by MTC Due to Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mans
Trading Company, of Brisbane, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,800
Super Magnet Toys. The magnet attached to the bottom of a small toy panda
can detach. If swallowed or aspirated by young children, the magnets can
attract each other internally and cause intestinal perforations or blockages,
which can be fatal.
Teething
Rings Recalled by Empire Silver Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Empire
Silver Company, of Brooklyn, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 1,000
Sterling Silver Teething Rings. The silver ball that holds the ring in
place can separate and release the beads inside. This poses a choking and
aspiration hazard to infants.
Girls
Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Liberty Apparel Due to
Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Liberty
Apparel Co. Inc., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 12,000
Jewel brand girls hooded sweatshirts. The garments have a drawstring through
the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
AAFES
Recalls Soldier Bear Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AAFES
(Army & Air Force Exchange Service), of Dallas, TX, is voluntarily
recalling about 11,400 Soldier Bear Toys. The surface paint on the toys
contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Stuffer
Bear Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Victorias Secret
Internet site
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Victorias
Secret, of Columbus, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 80 Holiday Cosmetics
Stuffer Bears. The neck medallion zipper pull can detach, posing a choking
hazard to young children.
Discount
School Supply Recalls Measuring Chart Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Discount
School Supply, of Monterey, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 13,000
Giant Measuring Charts. The paint on the grow chart contains excess levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Bicycle
Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Specialized
Bicycles, of Morgan Hill, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,000
Specialized Bicycle Helmets. The helmets fail testing required under CPSC's
safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard
to riders in a fall.
Infantino®
Recalls Infant Teethers Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Infantino®
LLC, of San Diego, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 28,000 Infantino®
Lion Teethers. The plastic nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to
young children.
Childrens
Toys Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Greenbrier
International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va., is voluntarily recalling about
300,000 Baby Toys Baby Bead & Wire Toys and Speed Racer Pull Back &
Go Action! Cars. The recalled toys contain excessive levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standard.
Codee
International Corp. Recalls Childrens Jewelry Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Codee
International, of Northvale, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 1,000
Codeena Princess Childrens Metal Jewlery pieces. The recalled jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Hooker
Furniture Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hooker
Furniture Corporation, of Martinsville, Va., is voluntarily recalling about
1,300 Bunk Beds. The bunk beds have gaps between parts of the upper bunk
that could allow a childs body to pass through but not a childs head.
This poses an entrapment or strangulation hazard to children and exceeds
the space allowed by the federal bunk bed safety standard.
Childrens
Water Globes Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard; Sold Exclusively
at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jo-Ann
Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 60 Childrens
Robbie Ducky Holiday Water Globes. The painted base of the water globes
contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Fishing
Games Sold at Grocery Stores Recalled by Far East Brokers Due to Violation
of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Far
East Brokers and Consultants Inc., of Jacksonville, Fla., is voluntarily
recalling about 14,000 Fishing Games. The recalled game has parts that
contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Horseshoe
Magnets Recalled by United Scientific Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), United
Scientific, of Waukegan, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 153,000 Horseshoe
Magnets. Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating
the federal lead paint standards.
Gamenamics
Inc. Recalls Air-Powered Hockey Tables Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gamenamics
Inc., of Elgin, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 1,100 Cordless Air-Powered
Hockey Tables with Rechargeable Battery. The hockey tables wires can overheat
or melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Childrens
Sunglasses Recalled by FGX International Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), FGX
International Inc., of Smithfield, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about
260,000 pairs of Childrens Sunglasses. Surface paint on the sunglasses
can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Boys
Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Scope Apparel Due to Strangulation
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Scope
Apparel L.P., of Houston, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 72,000
Boys hooded sweatshirts. The garments have a drawstring through the hood
which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC
issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled
on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets
and sweatshirts.
RC2
Recalls The First Years Childrens Feeding Seats Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RC2
Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 100,000 The First
Years Newborn-to-Toddler Reclining Feeding Seats. The restraining straps
can pull out of the waist strap slots, posing a fall hazard to young children.
RC2
Recalls Potty Training Seats Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RC2
Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 160,000 The First
Years 3-in-1 Flush and Sounds Potty Seats. Decorative plaque inserted into
the back of the potty seat could have orange paint that contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Personal
Identity Childrens Sweaters with Drawstrings Recalled by Sears Due to
Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sears
is voluntarily recalling about 5,200 Personal Identity-brand V-neck sweaters
with hood (imported by A & R Knitwear, of New York, N.Y.). The recalled
sweaters have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard
to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children
from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings
in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Basic
Editions Girls' Clothing Sets Recalled by Kmart; Drawstrings at Waist Pose
Entrapment Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kmart
is voluntarily recalling about 13,000 Basic Editions-brand girls' clothing
sets (imported by Millennium Apparel Group, of New York, N.Y.). The recalled
pants have a drawstring at the waist that can pose an entrapment or entanglement
hazard to children.
TKS
Childrens Pants Recalled by Sears; Drawstrings at Waist Pose Entrapment
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sears
is voluntarily recalling about 6,100 TKS-brand childrens pants (imported
by E.S. Sutton Inc., of New York, N.Y.). The recalled pants have a ribbon
belt at the waist that can pose an entrapment or entanglement hazard to
children.
Stokke
Announces Recall of Certain Xplory® Strollers Due to Front Wheel Detachment
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Stokke
LLC, of Kennesaw, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 2,000 Xplory®
Baby Strollers. A bolt that attaches each front wheel to the stroller can
loosen, causing one of the front wheels to fall off, posing a fall hazard
to young children.
Old
Navy Recalls Boys Jackets; Drawstring at Waist Poses Entrapment Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Old
Navy LLC, of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 17,200
Performance Fleece-Lined boys jackets. The jackets have a waist drawstring
with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways,
which can pose an entrapment hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC
issued guidelines to help prevent children from getting entangled on waist
by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
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Childrens
Full Zip Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled for Strangulation
Hazard By Bon-Ton
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Bon-Ton Department Stores Inc., of York, Pa., is voluntarily recalling
about 3,240 Childrens fleece hooded zip-up jackets with neck drawstrings.
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation
hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent
children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by
drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Flashing
Pacifiers Recalled By Sailing (U.S.) International Corp. Due to Choking
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sailing
(U.S.) International Corp., of Hackensack, N.J., is voluntarily recalling
about 8,000 Flashing Pacifiers or 2-in-1 Flashing Pacifiers with Whistle
Necklaces. The zipper pull on the slipcovers can break, posing a choking
hazard to young children. The nipple can detach from the base, posing a
choking hazard to young children.
Slipcovers
Used With Boppy Pillows Recalled Due to Choking Hazard and Risk of Lead
Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Boppy Company, of Golden, Colo., is voluntarily recalling about 38,000
Boppy® Slipcovers. The zipper pull on the slipcovers can break, posing
a choking hazard to young children. In addition, paint on the zippers contains
excess levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Childrens
Pencil Pouches Recalled by Raymond Geddes & Co. Due to Violation of
Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Raymond
Geddes & Co., of Baltimore, Md., is voluntarily recalling about 84,200
Childrens Pencil Pouches. The paint on the pencil pouches zipper pulls
contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Children's
Metal Jewelry Recalled by Buy-Rite Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Buy-Rite
Designs Inc., of Freehold, NJ, is voluntarily recalling about 43,000 Sparkle
City Charm Bracelets and Tack Pin Sets. The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Cherrydale
Fundraising Recalls Bracelets Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cherrydale
Fundraising, of Allentown, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 45,000 Decorative
Stretchable Aqua Bracelets. The bracelets contain high levels of lead.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Childrens
Metal Jewelry Recalled by Colossal Jewelry & Accessories Due to Risk
of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Colossal
Jewelry & Accessories Inc., of Maywood, N.J., is voluntarily recalling
about 10,400 Childrens Metal Necklaces and Bracelets. The recalled jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
La
Femme NY Inc. Recalls Childrens Necklace and Earring Sets Due to Risk
of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), La
Femme NY 2 Inc., of Brooklyn, N.Y., of Maywood, N.J., is voluntarily recalling
about 4,500 La Femme NY Childrens Necklace and Earring Sets. The recalled
jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health effects.
Pure
Allure Recalls Metal Jewelry Sold at Michaels Stores Due to Risk of Lead
Exposure to Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pure
Allure, of Oceanside, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 200,000 Crystal
Innovations jewelry. The recalled metal jewelry contains high levels of
lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Discount
School Supply Recalls Paint Brushes Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Discount
School Supply, of Monterey, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 20,000
Shaving Paint Brushes. Surface paint on the brush handles can contain excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Metal
Jewelry Sold by Family Dollar Stores Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
to Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Family
Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 205,000
Rachel Rose and Distinctly Basics Assorted Metal Jewelry. The recalled
jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health effects.
Childrens
Snow and Sand Castle Kits by Paricon Recalled Due to Sharp Edges; Sold
Exclusively at LL Bean
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Paricon
Inc., of South Paris, Maine, is voluntarily recalling about 800 Snow and
Sand Castle Kits. The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could
crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration
hazard to young children.
Baja
Motorsports Recalls To Repair Youth ATVs Due To Lack of Equipment; Poses
Risk of Injury To Riders
n
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Baja
Motorsports, of Phoenix, Ariz., is voluntarily recalling about 16,000 Baja
ATVs. These ATVs lack a tire pressure gauge and flag pole mounting bracket,
which could pose a risk of injury to riders.
Childrens
Wooden Storage Rack Recalled By Jetmax International Following Childs
Death
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jetmax
International Ltd., of Irving, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 36,000
boys and girls storage racks with canvas totes. The storage rack can
tip over, posing an entrapment and suffocation hazard to young children.
Hobby
Lobby Stores Recalls Halloween-Themed Baskets Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hobby
Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla., is voluntarily recalling about
10,000 Halloween-Themed Baskets. Surface paint on the bat, pumpkin and
witch emblems attached to the baskets contain excess levels of lead, which
violates the federal lead paint ban.
Bon-Ton
Recalls Childrens Bath Robes Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Bon-Ton Department Stores Inc., of York, Pa., is voluntarily recalling
about 1,000 Girls and Boys Bath Robes. The recalled bath robes fail to
meet the childrens sleepwear flammability standard, posing a risk of burn
injuries to children if the robe caught fire.
Nike
Recalls Football Helmet Chin Straps Which Can Break and Pose Risk of Serious
Injury
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nike
Inc., of Beaverton, Ore., is voluntarily recalling about 235,000 Football
Helmet Chin Straps. The chin straps plastic cup can break as a result
of contact, exposing the player to facial or head injuries.
Children's
Sunglasses Recalled by Dollar General Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dolgencorp
Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 51,000 Childrens
Fashion Sunglasses. The yellow surface paint on the sunglasses may contain
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Curious
George Plush Dolls Recalled By Marvel Toys Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Marvel
Toys, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 175,000 Curious
George Plush Dolls. Surface paint on the toys plastic face and construction
hat contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint
standard.
Cribs
Sold By Bassettbaby Recalled Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bassettbaby,
of Bassett, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 8,900 Wendy Bellissimo
Collection Convertible Cribs. The bolts connecting the top corners of the
crib can come loose, creating a gap and posing a serious entrapment and
strangulation hazard.
Spin
Master Recalls Aqua Dots Children Became Unconscious After Swallowing
Beads
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Spin
Master, of Toronto, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 4.2 million
Aqua Dots. The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each
other when water is added contains a chemical that can turn toxic when
many are ingested. Children who swallow the beads can become comatose,
develop respiratory depression, or have seizures.
Schylling
Associates Recalls Collectable Toy Robot Due To Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Schylling
Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 2,600
Robot 2000 collectable tin robots. Surface paints on the robot contain
excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Schylling
Associates Recalls Dizzy Ducks Music Box Due To Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Schylling
Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 1,300
Dizzy Ducks Music Boxes. Surface paints on the wooden base of the music
box contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint
standard.
Additional
Spinning Top Recalled by Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Schylling
Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 3,600
Winnie-the-Pooh Spinning Tops (66,000 spinning tops were recalled on August
22, 2007). Surface paint on the wooden handle of the top contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Schylling
Associates Recalls Duck Family Collectable Toy Due To Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Schylling
Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 3,500
Duck Family Collectable Wind-Up Toys. Surface paints on the ducks contain
excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Toy
Cars Recalled by Dollar General Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dollar
General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling
about 380,000 Pull-Back Action Toy Cars. Surface paint on the cars contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
International
Sourcing Ltd. Recalls Toy Dragster and Funny Car Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), International
Sourcing Ltd (ISL), of Springfield, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about
7,500 Dragster and Funny Car toys. Surface paint on the wheels and engine
of the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
Swimways
Corp. Recalls "Skippy" Pool Toys Due to Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Swimways
Corp., of Virginia Beach, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 31,000 Skippy
Pool Toys. The elastic tongue of the fish can break and forcefully come
out and cut the users hands during launching of the toy.
Laugh
& Learn Kitchen Toys Recalled by Fisher-Price Due To Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price
Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 155,000 Laugh
& Learn Learning Kitchen Toys. Pieces of the faucet or the clock
hands can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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Toy
Figures Recalled by Henry Gordy International Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Henry
Gordy International Inc., of Plainfield, N.J., is voluntarily recalling
about 380,000 Galaxy Warriors Toy Figures. Surface paints on the recalled
toys contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint
standard.
Halloween
Ugly Teeth Recalled By Amscan Inc. Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Amscan
Inc., of Elmsford, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 43,000 Ugly Teeth
Party Favors. The surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Toys
"R" Us Recalls Elite Operations Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toys
R Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 16,000 Elite
Operations Toys. Surface coatings on the toys contain excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
SimplyFun
Recalls Ribbit Board Games Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), SimplyFun
LLC, of Bellevue, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 1,500 Ribbit Board
Games. Surface paint on the five frog-shaped wooden pieces contain excess
levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Family
Dollar Stores Recalls Halloween Pails Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Family
Dollar Stores, of Charlotte, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 142,000
Purple Halloween Pails with Witch Decorations. The green paint on the pails
contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Jo-Ann
Stores Expands Recall of Childrens Toy Garden Tools Due to Violation of
Lead in Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jo-Ann
Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 97,000 Childrens
Toy Gardening Tools (an additional 16,000 toy rakes were recalled on September
26, 2007 and 6,000 toy watering cans on August 28, 2007). Surface paint
on the handle of the toy gardening tools can contain excessive levels of
lead paint, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Fisher
Price Recalls Go Diego Go Boat Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price
Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 38,000 Go Diego
Go Animal Rescue Boats. Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels
of lead, which violates the federal standard prohibiting lead paint on
childrens toys.
Dollar
Tree Stores Inc. Recalls Children's Jewelry Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dollar
Tree Stores is voluntarily recalling about 198,000 Beary Cute, Expressions,
and Sassy & Chic Childrens Metal Jewelry. The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Children's
Metal Jewelry Recalled By WeGlow International Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), WeGlow
International,
of Virginia Beach, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 110,000 WeGlow Childrens
Metal Jewelry. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead
is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Reynolds
Recalls Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MacLean
Quality Composites, d.b.a. Reynolds, of West Jordan, Utah, is voluntarily
recalling about 330 Reynolds UL Bicycle Forks. The fork tips could separate
from the fork legs, causing the wheel to come loose from the fork while
riding. This could pose a serious fall hazard to riders.
Game
Pieces Sold with "Cars" Backpacks Recalled By Global Design Concepts; Detached
Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Global
Design Concepts Inc., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
110,000 Magnetic Game Pieces sold with Cars Themed Backpacks. Small magnets
inside the four game pieces that were sold with the Cars backpack can
fall out of their plastic enclosure. Magnets found by young children can
be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets
can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which
can be fatal.
ATVs
Recalled By KTM North America Due to Brake Failure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), KTM
North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 270
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). The rear brake caliper support can crack;
this could result in the potential for a loss of the use of the rear brake
and subsequently lead to an accident.
The
Gymboree Corp. Recalls Toy Swords Due to Breakage and Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Gymboree Corp., of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
6,000 Toy Pirate Swords. The swords can break, creating a sharp point,
which poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
Additional
Injuries Prompt Re-announcement of Sportsstuff Recall of Air Pumps
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sportsstuff
Inc., of Omaha, Neb., is voluntarily recalling about 11,000 Inflator Air
Pumps (sold separately and included with Launch Pod Water Trampolines).
The air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations.
Alberts
Recalls Halloween Skull Pails Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), R.L.
Albert & Son, of Greenwich, Conn., is voluntarily recalling about 55,000
Skull Pails Filled With Halloween Candy Mix. The surface paint on the eyes,
nose,
and teeth of the skull contains excessive levels of lead, violating the
federal lead paint standard.
Antioch
Publishing Recalls Additional Bookmarks Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Antioch
Publishing, of Yellow Springs, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 200,000
(an additional 150,000 bookmarks and journals were recalled on October
4, 2007) Cool Clip and Mini Cool Clip Bookmarks. Paint on the clip of
the bookmarks contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal
lead paint standard.
Guidecraft
Inc. Recalls Childrens Puppet Theaters Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Guidecraft
Inc., of Englewood, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 5,400 Tabletop
Puppet Theaters. Surface paints on the puppet theaters wooden panels contain
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Dunkin
Donuts Recalls Glow Sticks Due to Choking and Strangulation Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dunkin
Donuts LLC, of Canton, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 1 million
Pink and Orange Glow Sticks (free giveaway with donuts). The recalled glow
sticks are not properly labeled to warn consumers that the cap and lanyard
can detach, posing a choking hazard. Additionally, the lanyard poses a
strangulation hazard to young children.
Procycle
Group Inc. Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Procycle
Group Inc., of Quebec, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 45 Rocky
Mountain-Solo Bicycles. The head tube can detach from the rest of the frame,
posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Huffy
Recalls Bicycles Due To Cranks Falling Off; Riders Can Lose Control of
Bike
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Huffy
Corp., of Miamisburg, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 22,000 2007
Huffy Howler and Highland Bicycles. The bicycle crank can unexpectedly
come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.
Formula
Brake USA Recalls Disc Brakes for Bicycles Due to Risk of Failure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Perigeum
Development Inc., d.b.a. Formula Brake USA, of Petaluma, Calif., is voluntarily
recalling about 5,700 Oro Disc Brakes used on bicycles. The brakes hand
lever can separate, resulting in loss of braking. This can cause the rider
to lose control of the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to riders.
Ross
Stores Recalls Turtle Sprinklers Due to Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ross
Stores Inc., Pleasanton, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,800 Turtle
Sprinklers. The turtles body can fill with water, causing it to crack
or explode, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
J.C.
Penney Recalls Deluxe Art Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), J.C.
Penney, of Plano, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 19,000 Deluxe Wood
Art Sets. Surface paint on the outside of the wooden box contains excessive
levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
J.C.
Penney Recalls Disney Winnie-the-Pooh Play Sets Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), J.C.
Penney, of Plano, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 49,000 Disney
Deluxe Winnie-the-Pooh 23-Piece Play Sets. Surface paints on the play sets
contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Cracker
Barrel Old Country Store® Recalls Travel Art Sets Due to Violation
of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), CBOCS
Distribution, Inc., of Lebanon, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling about 7,800
Princess Magnetic Travel Art Set Lap Desks. The surface paint on the zipper
pull of the lap desk contains lead in excess of the federal lead paint
standard.
Bendable
Dinosaur Toys Recalled by Kipp Brothers for Excessive Lead
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kipp
Brothers, of Carmel, Ind., is voluntarily recalling about 10,000 Bendable
Dinosaur Toys. The recalled toys pose a risk of lead exposure to young
children.
Riddell
Recalls Collectible Mini Racing Helmets Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Riddell
Inc., of Rosemont, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 2,500 Collectible
Jeff Gordon Mini Helmets. Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Starbucks
Recalls Children's Plastic Cups Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Starbucks
Coffee Co., of Seattle, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 250,000 Starbucks
Childrens Plastic Cups. If the cup is dropped, the colorful face on the
cup can break off and leave small parts or sharp exposed edges that can
pose a choking or laceration hazard to young children.
Toshiba
Recalls AC Adapters sold with Portable DVD Players Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toshiba
America Consumer Products LLC, of Wayne, N.J., is voluntarily recalling
about 142,000 Toshiba AC Adapters Sold with Portable DVD Players. The AC
adapters can fail, causing the portable DVD player to overheat, posing
a burn hazard to consumers.
Razor
USA Recalls E300 Electric Scooters; Handlebars Can Detach Causing Loss
of Control
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Razor
USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 20,000 Razor®
E300 Electric Scooters. A weld can break causing the handlebar to detach.
This can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the scooter.
Key
Chains Recalled by Dollar General Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dollar
General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling
about 192,000 Key Chains. The key chains contain high levels of lead. Lead
is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
CKI
Recalls Childrens Decorating Sets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard;
Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), CKI
Toys, of Hong Kong, is voluntarily recalling about 15,000 Childrens Toy
Decorating Sets. Surface paint on the back of the recalled mirror contains
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Eveready
Battery Co. Recalls Toy Flashlights Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Eveready
Battery Co., of St. Louis, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about 79,000 Pirates
of the Caribbean Medallion Squeeze Lights. Surface paints on the leather
strap attached to the medallion squeeze light contain excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Kids
II Recalls Baby Einstein Color Blocks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kids
II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 35,000 Baby
Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks. Surface paint on the blue block
contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
KB
Toys Recalls Wooden Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), KB
Toys, Inc., of Pittsfield, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 10,000
Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet & Math Blocks Wagons, Wooden Pull-Along
Learning Blocks Wagons, 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts, and Flip-Flop
Alphabet Blocks. Surface paints on the toys can contain excessive levels
of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Target
Recalls Plush Boys Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target,
of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 82,000 Plush Boys
Rattles. The recalled rattles can break open releasing the small beads
inside, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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Risk
of Impact Injury Prompts Recall of Estes-Cox Model Rockets
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Estes-Cox
Corp., of Penrose, Colo., is voluntarily recalling about 80,000 X-15 Flying
Model Rockets. The model rockets side or engine retainer ring can separate
and cause the rocket to fall without the nose cone separating and the parachute
deploying, posing a risk of an impact injury to nearby consumers.
Lan
Enterprises Recalls Doll Strollers After Childs Finger Tip was Severed;
Product Also Poses an Entrapment Hazard to Young Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lan
Enterprises, of Portland, Ore., is voluntarily recalling about 21,000 Mini
Zooper Doll Strollers. A childs finger can become caught in the rectangular
metal clip or the black plastic side hinge, and this can sever a childs
finger tip. Also, the strollers pose an entrapment hazard.
Kolcraft
Recalls Play Yards After the Death of a 10-Month-Old Child
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kolcraft
Enterprises Inc., of Chicago, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 425,000
infant play yards following the death of a child.CPSC received a report
of a 10-month old boy who strangled on the changing tables restraint strap
that was hanging down into Kolcrafts Sesame Beginnings Travel Play Yard
where the child was located. Twelve different Kolcraft play yards are included
in this recall. All of the play yards have raised changing tables with
a restraint strap that forms a loop beneath the changing table, posing
a strangulation hazard to a child in the play yard. In addition to the
strangulation hazard with the changing table restraint strap, one play
yard also has a raised cradle that rocks back and forth. A child can roll
and get trapped against the side of the cradle in the Contours 3-in-1 Play
Yard. If that happens, a child can suffocate.
TOBY
N.Y.C. Expands Childrens Metal Jewelry Recall Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), TOBY
N.Y.C., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 23,500 (about
14,000 jewelry sets were recalled on August 22, 2007) TOBY & ME Jewelry
Sets. The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of lead. Lead
is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Childrens
Spinning Wheel-Metal Necklaces Recalled By Rhode Island Novelty Due to
Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rhode
Island Novelty, of Cumberland, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about 850
Childrens Spinning Wheel-Metal Necklaces. The clasp on the necklaces contain
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Guidecraft
Inc. Recalls Childrens Puppet Theaters Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Guidecraft
Inc., of Englewood, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 10,000 Floor Puppet
Theaters. Surface paints on the puppet theaters wooden panels contain
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Childrens
Toy Rakes Sold Exclusively at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recalled Due
to Violation of Lead in Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jo-Ann
Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 800 Childrens
Toy Rakes. Surface paint on the handle of the rake can contain excessive
levels of lead paint, violating the federal lead paint standard.
RC2
Recalls Knights of the Sword Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RC2
Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 800 Britains
Knights of the Sword Series Toys. Surface paints on the toy knights contain
excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Target
Recalls Childrens Toy Gardening Tools and Chairs Due to Violation of Lead
Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target,
of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 350,000 Happy Giddy
Gardening Tools and Childrens Sunny Patch Chairs. The surface paint on
the recalled gardening tools and chairs contains excessive levels of lead,
violating the federal lead paint standard.
RC2
Corp. Recalls Additional Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Toys Due
to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RC2
Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 200,000 (1.5
million other Thomas & Friends railway toys were recalled on June 13,
2007) Various Thomas and Friends Wooden Railway Toys. Surface paints on
the toys can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead
paint standard.
BCI
Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), BCI
Burke Company LLC, of Fond du Lac, Wisc., is voluntarily recalling about
670 Single Post Swing Sets. The connection on the top beam of the swing
set can break, causing the swing beam to collapse, posing a fall hazard
to the user. A user or bystander also can be injured by the falling top
rail.
About
1 Million Simplicity Cribs Recalled Due To Failures Resulting in Infant
Deaths
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Simplicity
Inc., of Reading, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 1 million cribs.
The drop-side can detach from the crib, which can create a dangerous gap
and lead to the entrapment and suffocation of infants.
REI
Recalls Childrens Trailer Bicycles; Can Detach from Adult Bicycle and
Injure Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Recreational
Equipment Inc.(REI), of Kent, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 5,200
Novara Afterburner Trailer Bicycles. The childrens trailer bicycle can
detach from the adult bicycle, posing a fall hazard to children.
Ohalee
Inc. Recalls Youth All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Mechanical Hazards; Vehicles
Could Put Young Riders At Risk of Injury
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ohalee
Inc., of City of Industry, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 36 Ohalee
FA-A70 Youth ATVs. These youth ATVs lack front brakes and a tire pressure
gauge, the date of manufacture is not printed on side of the tires, and
the front suspension is solid and does not allow for travel. Additionally,
the flag pole bracket is not the correct size, and the handlebars do not
have padding covering sharp edges. There is no storage location for the
owners manual, and the manual itself does not contain complete information
on the safe operation and maintenance of the ATV. These defects could result
in an unsafe riding condition, posing a risk of injury to young drivers.
Fisher-Price
Recalls Bongo Band Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price
Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 8,900 Big Big
World 6-in-1 Bongo Band toys. Surface paints on the toys contain excessive
levels of lead, which violates the federal law prohibiting lead paint on
children's toys.
Fisher-Price
Recalls Geo Trax Locomotive Toys Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price
Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 90,000 Geo Trax
Locomotive Toys. Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of
lead.
Mattel
Recalls Various Barbie® Accessory Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint
Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mattel
Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 675,000 Barbie
Accessory Toys. Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of
lead which is prohibited under federal law.
NettoCollection
Recalls Cribs Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), NettoCollection
LLC, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 400 "Moderne" and
"Loft" Cribs. The crib slats can separate from the side rails, posing an
entrapment and strangulation hazard to young children.
Bunk
Beds Recalled by d-Scan Due to Collapse Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), d-Scan
Inc., of South Boston, Va., a subsidiary of Tvilum-Scanbirk, of Denmark,
is voluntarily recalling about 500 Jubee Bunk Beds. The recalled bunk beds
do not comply with federal safety standards and have wooden side slat supports
that can separate from the bed frame causing the upper bunk to collapse.
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Toys
"R" Us Recalls Wooden Coloring Cases Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toys
"R" Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 27,000 Imaginarium
Wooden Coloring Cases. The printed ink on the outer packaging of the wood
case contains lead. Also, some of the black watercolor paint contains excessive
levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Children's
Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), about
400 Zippity Hoodie and Sherpa Full Zip Childrens Hooded Sweatshirts with
Drawstrings distributed by Life is Good Inc., of Boston, Mass., are being
voluntarily recalled. The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood,
posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued
guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled
on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets
and sweatshirts.
Paramount
Apparel International Recalls Youth Hats Due to Strangulation Hazard; Product
Sold Exclusively at Bass Pro Shops
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Paramount
Apparel International Inc., of Bourbon, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about
500 Toddler and Youth Nylon Bucket Hats. The hat has a drawstring, posing
a strangulation hazard to young children.
Children's
Watering Cans Sold Exclusively at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores Recalled
Due to Violation of Lead in Paint Ban
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jo-Ann
Stores Inc., of Hudson, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 6,000 Robbie
Ducky Kids Watering Cans. The beak of the watering can contains lead in
the paint, which violates the federal law prohibiting lead paint on children's
toys. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Priddy
"Trucks" Shaker Teether Books Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), St.
Martin's Press, LLC, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
35,000 Priddy "Trucks" Shaker Teether Books. Small pieces of the teether
can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Basic
Editions Girls' Clothing Sets Recalled by Kmart; Drawstrings at Waist Pose
Entrapment Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Millennium
Apparel Group, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 4,700
Basic Editions-brand Girls' Clothing Sets. The recalled shirts have drawstrings
at the waist. Children can get entangled or caught in a vehicle door and
can be dragged, posing a serious risk of injury or death. In February 1996,
CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting
entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments.
Martin
Designs Inc. Recalls SpongeBob SquarePants Character Address Books and
Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Martin
Designs Inc., of Ashland, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 250,000
SpongeBob SquarePants Address Books and Journals. The paint on the metal
spiral bindings of the address books and journals can contain excessive
levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Thomas
and Friends, Curious George and Other Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled
By Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Schylling
Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 66,000
spinning tops and about 4,700 pails. Surface paints on the wooden handles
of the tops and pails contain excessive levels of lead, which violates
the federal lead paint standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Childrens
Charm Bracelets Sold by Buy-Rite Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Buy-Rite
Designs Inc., of Freehold, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 7,900 Childrens
Divine Inspiration Charm Bracelets. The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Childrens
Metal Jewelry Recalled by TOBY N.Y.C. Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), TOBY
N.Y.C., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 14,000 TOBY &
ME Jewelry Sets. The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of
lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Hampton
Direct Recalls Magnetic Toy Train Sets Due to Lead Exposure Risk
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hampton
Direct, of Williston, Vt., is voluntarily recalling about 27,000 Magnetic
Toy Train Sets. The paint on the trains contains excessive amounts of lead,
posing a risk of lead exposure to young children.
Additional
Reports of Magnets Detaching from Polly Pocket Play Sets Prompts Expanded
Recall by Mattel
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mattel
Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 7.3 million
various Polly Pocket dolls and accessories with magnets. Small magnets
inside the dolls and accessories can come loose. The magnets can be found
by young children and swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is
swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation
or blockage, which can be fatal.
Mattel
Recalls Doggie Day Care Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mattel
Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1 million Doggie
Day Care play sets. Small magnets inside the toys can fall out. Magnets
found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one
magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal
perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
Mattel
Recalls Barbie and Tanner Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mattel
Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 683,000 Barbie
and Tanner play sets. A small magnet inside the scooper accessory can
come loose. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated.
If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other
and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
Mattel
Recalls Sarge Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mattel
Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 253,000 Sarge
die cast toy cars. Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels
in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Mattel
Recalls Batman and One Piece Magnetic Action Figure Sets Due To Magnets
Coming Loose
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mattel
Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 345,000 Batman
and One Piece magnetic action figure sets. Small, powerful magnets inside
the accessories of the toy figures can fall out and be swallowed or aspirated
by young children. If more than one magnet is swallowed, they can attract
inside the body and cause intestinal perforation, infection or blockage
which can be fatal.
The
Orvis Company Recalls Children's Toys Sold with Sleeping Bags Due to Choking
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Orvis Company, of Manchester, Vt., is voluntarily recalling about 220 Stuffed
Plush Horse/Pillows and 1,300 Fairy Dolls. The plastic button eyes on the
stuffed horse and the pompom nose on the fairy doll toy can easily detach,
posing a small parts choking hazard to young children.
Raleigh
America Recalls Bicycles; Forks Can Break Causing Loss of Control
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Raleigh
America Inc., of Kent, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 1200 2007
Raleigh Cadent Bicycles with Carbonage Carbon Forks. The forks can break
during normal use, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious
injuries.
Fisher-Price
Recalls Licensed Character Toys Due To Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price
Inc., of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 967,000 Sesame
Street, Dora the Explorer, and other children's toys. Surface paints on
the toys could contain excessive levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested
by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
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Pacifiers
Decorated with Crystals Recalled Due to Aspiration and Ingestion Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dara
Linda's Baby Bling and Jewelry Design, of Davie, Fla.; Bling Toes, of Cherry
Valley, Ill.; Baby Bling Things, of Appleton, Wis.; PeaNaPod Bling and
Accessories, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; and MJM Crystal Designs, of Boca Raton,
Fla., are voluntarily recalling about 1,000 Pacifiers. These pacifiers
fail to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The pacifiers' crystals
can separate easily, posing an aspiration and ingestion hazard to young
children.
Pottery
Barn Kids Recalls Crib Bumpers Due to Entanglement Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pottery
Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 31,000
Matelassé Crib Bumpers. The decorative stitching on the bumper's
edge can come loose, posing an entanglement hazard to young children.
CVS/pharmacy
Announces Recall of Playskool Sippy Cups; Poses Choking Hazard To Young
Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), CVS/pharmacy,
of Woonsocket, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about 84,000 Playskool Toddler
"NoSpill" Sippy Cups. Young children can chew through the plastic spout
of the sippy cup, which can pose a choking hazard.
New
Easy-Bake Oven Recall Following Partial Finger Amputation; Consumers Urged
to Return Toy Ovens
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Easy-Bake,
a division of Hasbro, Inc., of Pawtucket, R.I, is voluntarily recalling
about 1 million Easy-Bake Ovens. Young children can insert their hands
into the oven's front opening, and get their hands or fingers caught, posing
entrapment and burn hazards.
Brake
Cylinder Recalled By Magura USA for Brake Failure Hazard on Off-Road Motorcycles
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Magura
USA, of Olney, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 200 "190" Radial Brake
Master Cylinders (used on off-road motorcyles). The brake cylinder on the
off-road motorcycle can crack and result in brake failure. This poses a
risk of severe injury or death to the driver.
Children's
Earrings Sold at Wal-Mart Stores in Florida Recalled by Uncas Manufacturing
Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Uncas
Manufacturing Company, of Providence, RI, is voluntarily recalling about
220 Sleeping Beauty Crown and Cinderella Star Earring Sets. The recalled
metal earring sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested
by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
AAFES
Expands Recall of "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AAFES
(Army & Air Force Exchange Service), of Dallas, Texas, is voluntarily
recalling about 13,000 Soldier Bear Brand Toy Sets (about 3,000 Invincibles
Transport Converter Toy Sets were recalled on May 23, 2007). Surface paints
on the toy action figures, dinosaurs and animals contain high levels of
lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Payless
ShoeSource Expands Recall of Children's Clog Shoes Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Payless
ShoeSource, Inc., of Topeka, Kan., is voluntarily recalling about 270,000
Toddler Clog Shoes (about 690,000 clogs were recalled on May 2, 2007).
Plastic rivets used to attach the strap to the shoe can detach, posing
a choking hazard to young children.
Children's
Metal Jewelry Recalled by Future Industries Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Future
Industries, of Cliffwood Beach, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 20,000
Essentials for Kids Jewelry Sets. The recalled metal jewelry sets contain
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Serious
Intestinal Injury Prompts Kipp Brothers Recall of Mag Stix Magnetic Building
Sets
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kipp
Brothers, of Carmel, Ind., is voluntarily recalling about 800 Mag Stix
Magnetic Building Sets. Small magnets inside the plastic sticks can fall
out. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If
more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and
cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
Infantino
Recalls Children's Toy Castles Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Infantino
LLC, of San Diego, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 68,000 Shape
Sorting Toy Castles. The plastic rod can come loose allowing the colored
counting beads to slide off of the toy, posing a choking hazard to young
children.
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Target
Recalls Toy Barbeque Grills Due to Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target,
of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 2,300 Play Wonder
Toy Barbeque Grills. The circular ash tray attached to the stainless steel
legs of the grill could contain sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard.
Children's
Necklaces Recalled by GeoCentral Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), GeoCentral,
of Napa, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 19,000 Butterfly Necklaces.
The metal clasp on the necklace contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Choking
Hazard Prompts Nordstrom Recall of Children's Jackets
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nordstrom
Inc., of Seattle, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 1,900 Pine Peak
Blues Children's Jackets. The zipper pull can detach from the jacket's
zipper, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Children's
Jeweled Sandals Sold by Nordstrom Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nordstrom
Inc., of Seattle, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 1,800 pairs of
Calypso Sandals. The jewel decorations on the shoes can detach, posing
a choking hazard to young children.
RC2
Corp. Recalls Various Thomas & Friends Wooden Railway Toys Due to
Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RC2
Corp., of Oak Brook, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 1.5 million Thomas
& Friends Wooden Railway Toys. Surface paints on the recalled products
contain lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Cannondale
Announces Recall of Mountain Bicycles; Lefty Forks Can Break Unexpectedly
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cannondale
Bicycle Corp., of Bethel, Conn., is voluntarily recalling about 6,700 Mountain
Bicycles with Lefty Speed SL and Lefty Speed DLR Forks. The forks can break
during use causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall and suffer
serious injuries.
First
Birthday Party Hats Recalled by Creative Expressions Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Creative
Expressions, of Indianapolis, Ind., is voluntarily recalling about 43,100
First Birthday Children's Party Hats. Foil fringe glued to the bottom edge
of the party hats can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Gemmy
Industries Corp. Recalls Flashing Eyeball Toys Due to Chemical Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gemmy
Industries Corp., of Coppell, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 500
Floating Eyeballs Toys. The plastic eyeball contains kerosene, which if
broken, presents a chemical hazard to children.
Cannondale
Recalls Bicycles With Carbon Crankset Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cannondale
Bicycle Corp., of Bethel, Conn., is voluntarily recalling about 2,900 Bicycles
with Carbon Cranksets. The bicycle's crankset could break, posing a fall
hazard to user.
Simplicity
Recalls Cribs Due to Fall, Entrapment and Choking Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Simplicity
Inc., of Reading, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 40,000 Nursery-in-a-Box
Cribs. The assembly instructions provided with the cribs incorrectly instruct
consumers how to attach the crib's drop side. If improperly installed,
the drop side can disengage from the crib, posing fall and entrapment hazards
for the child. Additionally, the metal locking pins on the drop side can
pop off, presenting a choking hazard.
CPSC
Warns Meerkat 50 Youth ATVs Defective and Dangerous
The
staff of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning
consumers who own a Kazuma Meerkat 50 Youth All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) that
children are at risk of injury or death due to multiple safety defects
with this off-road vehicle. The ATVs, which were imported by Kazuma Pacific
Inc., of Stafford, Texas, were found to have several serious defects.
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Song
Lin Industrial Inc. Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Song
Lin Industrial Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla., is voluntarily recalling
about 180 Sleigh Round Cribs. The assembly instructions included with the
crib direct consumers to assemble the crib with the mattress support in
the highest position and do not indicate that the mattress support can
be moved to a lower position. This poses a fall hazard to children who
are able to sit or stand up in the crib.
Fisher-Price
Rainforest Infant Swings Recalled Due to Entrapment Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price,
of East Aurora, NY, is voluntarily recalling about 112,000 (an additional
15,000 were sold worldwide) Rainforest Open Top Take-Along Swings. Infants
can shift to one side of the swing and become caught between the frame
and seat, posing an entrapment hazard.
Toy
Drums Recalled by The Boyds Collection Ltd. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Boyds Collection Ltd., of McSherrystown, Pa., is voluntarily recalling
about 4,500 Eli's Small Drums and Liberty's Large Drums. The red paint
on the drums contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by
young children and can cause adverse health effects.
AAFES
Recalls "Soldier Bear" Toy Sets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), AAFES
(Army & Air Force Exchange Service) of Dallas, Texas, is voluntarily
recalling about 3,000 Invincibles Transport Converters Toy Sets. Surface
paints on the toy action figures contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Tri-Star
International Recalls Children's Toys Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tri-Star
International Inc., of Newark, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,000
Ball Rattles, Wrist Rattles, and Wind-Up Toys. These toys contain small
parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Bookspan
Recalls Discovery Bunny Books Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bookspan,
of Garden City, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 16,000 Discovery Bunny
Books. The seam on the bunny's left hind leg can open exposing a plastic
squeaker toy contained inside a cloth bag, posing a choking hazard to young
children.
Bookspan
Recalls Clip-on Baby Books Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bookspan,
of Garden City, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 9,500 Baby Buddy Clip-on
Books. The metal clip used to attach the book to a stroller or article
of clothing can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Troy-Bilt
Recalls Children's Gardening Gloves Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MTD
Products Inc, of Valley City, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 80 Budding
Gardener Complete Gardening Sets. The stamp-painted logo on the backside
of the gardening gloves contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if
ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Samara
Brothers Recalls Boys' Three-Piece Short Set Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Samara
Brothers LLC, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 360 Three
Piece Short Sets. The decorative fish buttons on the shorts and shirt could
detach, posing a choking hazard.
Children's
Rings Recalled By Cardinal Distributing Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cardinal
Distributing Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md., is voluntarily recalling about
300,000 Children's Turquoise Rings. The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
High
Lead Levels Prompt Recall of Children's Metal Jewelry By Spandrel Sales
and Marketing Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Spandrel
Sales and Marketing Inc., of Tempe, Ariz., is voluntarily recalling about
200,000 Children's Necklaces, Bracelets and Rings. The recalled jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Mervyns
Recalls Children's Capri Pants Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively
at Mervyn's Stores
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mervyns,
of Hayward, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 228,000 Little Girls
Capri Pants with Snap Roll Cuffs. The buttons inside the waistband of the
pants can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Fall
Hazard Prompts NHTSA, CPSC and Evenflo to Announce Recall of Embrace Infant
Car Seat/Carriers
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Evenflo
Company Inc., of Vandalia, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 450,000
Evenflo Embrace Infant Car Seat/Carriers. When used as an infant carrier,
the handle can unexpectedly release, causing the seat to rotate forward.
When this happens, an infant inside the carrier can fall to the ground
and suffer serious injuries.
Small
World Toys Recalls Children's Take-Apart Townhouse Toys; Detached Magnets
Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Small
World Toys, of Culver City, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 8,800
IQ Preschool Take-Apart Townhouses. Small magnets used to connect the
wooden pieces to the sides of the townhouse can fall out. Magnets found
by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet
is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations
or blockages, which can be fatal.
Battat
Inc. Recalls Parents® Magazine Toy Cell Phones for Choking Hazard In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Battat
Inc., of Plattsburgh, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 300,000 Parents®
Magazine Record-A-Voice Toy Cell Phones. The metal pin inside the hinge
of the cell phone flip-top can fall out, posing a choking hazard to young
children.
Graco
Children's Products Recalls to Replace Soft Blocks Towers on Activity Centers
Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Graco
Children's Products Inc., of Exton, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about
40,000 Soft Blocks Tower Toys (on Graco® Baby Einstein® discover
and play Activity Centers). The plastic covering on the soft block towers
can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants.
CPSC
Warns About Worn Vinyl Baby Bibs
The
U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) staff today warned that there
is a potential risk of lead exposure from baby bibs with cracked or peeling
vinyl surfaces. This consumer alert applies only to used bibs that are
worn or have deteriorated. Pieces of vinyl containing lead could pose a
hazard to infants if they are swallowed.
Lead
Poisoning Hazard Prompts Cardinal Distributing to Again Recall Children's
Rings
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cardinal
Distributing Co. Inc., of Baltimore, Md., is voluntarily recalling about
200 Children's Rings with Dice or Horseshoes. The rings contain high levels
of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects. These rings were subject to the July 2004 recall of 150
million pieces of children's metal jewelry. The firm placed the recalled
rings that it had pulled from stores back into circulation.
Target
Recalls Anima Bamboo Collection Games Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target,
of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 5,000 Anima Bamboo
Collection Games. The toys in the bamboo game sets could contain lead paint,
which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Oriental
Trading Company Inc. Recalls Children's Necklaces Due to Lead Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Oriental
Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb., is voluntarily recalling about 132,000
Children's Religious Fish Necklaces. The recalled children's necklaces
contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Payless
ShoeSource Recalls Children's Clog Shoes Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Payless
ShoeSource, Inc., of Topeka, Kan., is voluntarily recalling about 690,000
Children's Airwalk® Compel Shoes. Plastic rivets used to attach the
strap to the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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Magnetix
Magnetic Building Set Recall Expanded
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mega
Brands America, Inc. (the new owner of Rose Art Industries, Inc.)
is voluntarily recalling in excess of 4 million Magnetix Magnetic Building
Sets. If a child swallows more than one tiny powerful magnet detached from
the plastic building pieces or one such magnet and a metallic object, the
objects can attract to each other inside the intestines and cause perforations
and/or blockage, which can be fatal, if not treated immediately.
Infant
Bouncer Seats Recalled Due to Frame Failure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Oeuf
LLC, of Brooklyn, N.Y, is voluntarily recalling about 1,400 Infant Bouncer
Seats. The tubular metal frame can break, posing a fall hazard to infants
in the seat.
Life
is good Childrens Sweatshirts Recalled by RedEnvelope; Garments Have Drawstrings,
Pose Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RedEnvelope
is voluntarily recalling about 1,200 Life is good Children Sweatshirts.
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation
hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent
children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by
drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
900,000
Childrens Necklaces and Charm Bracelets Recalled by Cardinal Distributing
Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cardinal
Distributing Co., of Baltimore, Md., is voluntarily recalling about 900,000
Childrens Charm Bracelets and Sportswear Necklaces. The paint on this jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Disney
Store Recalls Childrens Footed Pajamas Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Disney
Stores North America, of Pasadena, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
200 Baby Einstein Caterpillar Sleepwear and Baby Einstein Duck Sleepwear
pajamas. This sleepwear fails to meet the childrens flammability standard,
posing a risk of burn injury to children.
DreamWorks
Animation SKG Recalls Shrek Headbands Due to Injury Hazard; Giveaway Product
Distributed To Pepsi Employees
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), DreamWorks
Animation SKG, of Glendale, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 6,000
Shrek Ears Headbands. A small wire can protrude through the fabric of the
ears on these headbands, posing a risk of cuts to consumers
Small
World Toys Recalls Childrens Wooden Sound Puzzles with Knobs for Choking
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Small
World Toys, of Culver City, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 78,500
Sounds on the Farm and Sounds on the Go puzzles. The knobs on the recalled
puzzle pieces can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
SRAM
Corp. Recalls Bicycle Brake Caliper Sets Due to Crash Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), SRAM
Corp., of Chicago, Ill, is voluntarily recalling about 5,400 SRAM Force
Road Brake Caliper Sets. The brake caliper sets could break and detach
from the bicycles fork or frame. This could cause the rider to lose control
and crash.
Gemmy
Industries Corp. Recalls Disney Plush Easter Baskets Sold at Wal-Mart Due
to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gemmy
Industries Corp., of Coppell, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 8,500
Disney Princesses Easter Baskets. Silver beads and ribbons attached to
the basket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Target
Recalls Activity Cart Toys Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target,
of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 18,500 Little Tree
Wood Activity Cart Toys. The orange hubcaps on the wheel of the cart can
detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
OKK
Trading Recalls Baby Dolls Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), OKK
Trading Inc., of Commerce, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,500
Lovely Baby and Happy Baby dolls. These dolls contain small parts, which
can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Various
Metal Key Chains Recalled by Dollar General for Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dollar
General Merchandising, Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn., is voluntarily recalling
about 396,000 Metal Key Chains. The key chains contain high levels of lead.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
A&A
Global Industries Recalls Childrens Bracelets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), A&A
Global Industries, of Cockeysville, Md., is voluntarily recalling about
4 million Childrens Groovy Grabber Bracelets. The paint on the metallic
band beneath the decorative cover contains high levels of lead. Lead is
toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
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issued during the last few years, and for other safety related issues.
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Dynacraft
Recalls Bicycles Sold Exclusively at Target Due to Frame Failure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dynacraft
BSC Inc., of American Canyon, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 32,000
Triax PK7 and Vertical PK7 Bicycles. The bicycle frame can crack while
in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall
or collision.
Regent
Products Corp. Recalls Stuffed Ball Toys Due to Lead Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Regent
Products Corp., River Grove, IL, is voluntarily recalling about 7,200 Stuffed
Fun Balls. The stuffed balls contain lead paint, which is toxic if ingested
by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Baby
Trend Recalls Back Pack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Baby
Trend Inc., of Ontario, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 4,000 Baby
Trend Back Pack Carriers. The robes fail to meet Federal flammability requirements.
The stitching on the strap of the carrier can loosen or detach, causing
the carrier to shift, posing a fall hazard to young children.
Infantino
Recalls Infant Sling Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Infantino
LLC, of San Diego, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 100,000 SlingRider
Infant Carriers. The radius triple clamps on these motorcycles can crack
during operation, posing a risk that the fork of the bike could separate
and result in serious injury or death to the rider.
Casio
Inc. Announces Recall of Electronic Keyboards Due to Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Casio
Inc., of Dover, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 12,000 Electronic
Musical Keyboards. The recalled keyboards can overheat when in use, posing
a fire hazard to consumers.
American
Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,500
Suzuki 2007 Model Year QuadSport Z90 ATVs. The bushing pivot mount boss
on the left and right suspension arm may not have been welded completely
and could break off during riding. If this occurs, the rider could lose
control of the ATV and crash, posing risk of serious injury or death.
Hanna
Andersson Recalls Childrens Loungewear Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hanna
Andersson of Portland, Ore., is voluntarily recalling about 12,300 Hanna
Andersson Childrens Crossover Tee and Lounge Pant Sets and Cropped Johns.
The recalled garments fail to meet the childrens sleepwear flammability
standards. The Crossover Tee and Lounge Pant sets were marketed as loungewear.
The Cropped Johns were not marketed as loungewear, but could be used as
loungewear. The childrens sleepwear flammability standards require sleepwear,
including loungewear, to be either snug-fitting or flame resistant.
Childrens
Mood Necklaces Recalled by Rhode Island Novelty Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rhode
Island Novelty, of Cumberland, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about 47,000
Childrens Mood Necklaces. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of
lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Childrenâ€s
Necklaces Sold Exclusively at Claires Stores Recalled Due to Lead Poisoning
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Claires
Boutiques Inc., of Hoffman Estates, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about
58,000 Childrens Necklaces. The recalled necklaces contain high levels
of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Toys
R Us Recalls Elite Operations Toy Sets Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Toys
R Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 128,700 Elite
Operations Toy Sets. These toys contain high levels of lead in the paint,
which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health
effects. Also, the toys have sharp points, posing a laceration hazard.
Tri-Star
International Recalls Childrens Stationery Sets Due to Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tri-Star
International Inc., of Newark, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 360
Childrens Stationery Sets. The childrens stationery set contains a razor
blade cutter with a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to young children.
Childrens
Necklaces Sold Exclusively at Accessories Palace Recalled by United Imports
Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), United
Imports Inc., of Flushing, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 3,600 Childrens
Mood Necklaces. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead
is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Cobmex
Inc. Recalls Youth Jackets with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cobmex
Inc., of Lakewood, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 16,000 Cobmex
Youth Jackets with Drawstrings. The recalled jackets have drawstrings in
the hood and waist, or only at the waist. Children can get entangled and
strangle in drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences
or tree branches.
Nordstrom
Recalls Childrens Flannel Lounge Pants Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nordstrom
Inc., of Seattle, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 78,000 N-Kids Brand
Girls Drawstring Flannel Pants and Pine Peak Blues Brand Boys Drawstring
Flannel Pants. These lounge pants are 100 percent cotton and fail to meet
the childrenâ€s sleepwear flammability standards, posing a
risk of burn injury to children. These garments were not labeled or marketed
as sleepwear, but because they are childrens loungewear, they must meet
the childrens sleepwear flammability standards.
Discount
School Supply Recalls Childrens Two-Sided Easels Due to Lead Poisoning
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Discount
School Supply, of Monterey, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2,500
Elite 5-in-1 Easels. The paint on the chalkboard side of the recalled easels
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
H
& M Recalls Boys Jackets Due to Choking, Poisoning Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), H
& M, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 2,700 Boys Jackets
with an attached compass. The attached compass on these jackets can break,
posing a choking hazard for young children. Additionally, the liquid mineral
oil, inside the compass can be harmful if swallowed.
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Mirraco
Recalls Bicycles Due to Wheel Fork Failure Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mirraco
LLC, of Carlsbad, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 11,000 Mirraco
Bicycles. The front wheel forks on these bicycles could have been welded
improperly. This poses a risk that the weld could fail, and the rider could
lose control and fall.
Sportcraft
Recalls Inflatable Bounce Houses Due to Impact Injury Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sportcraft
Ltd., of Mt. Olive, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 2,600 Bounce Houses.
The fan and the plastic housing surrounding the fan can break apart during
use of the inflatable bounce house, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.
Childrens
Rings Sold at Big Lots! Stores Recalled By Lari Jewelry Company Due to
Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lari
Jewelry Co., of New Orleans, La., is voluntarily recalling about 115,000
Claudia Jublot Childrens Rings sold at Big Lots! Stores. The recalled jewelry
contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children
and can cause adverse health effects.
Childrens
Jewelry Sold Exclusively at Kmart Recalled by Crimzon Rose Accessories
Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Crimzon
Rose Accessories, of North Providence, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about
6,000 Childrens Kidsite Necklace and Earring Sets sold exclusively at Kmart.
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested
by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Jazwares
Inc. Recalls Link-N-Lite Magnetic Puzzles, Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration
and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jazwares,
Inc. of Sunrise, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 30,000 Link-N-Lite
Magnetic Light-Up Puzzles. Small magnets used to connect the puzzle pieces
can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated.
If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other
and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
Fisher-Price
Recalls Laugh and Learn Bunny Toys Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price,
of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 500,000 (an additional
700,000 were sold worldwide) Laugh and Learn Learning Bunny Toys. The pink
pompom nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Basix
U.S.A. Recalls Childrens Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers with Drawstrings
Due to Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Vacation
Clothing, doing business as Basix U.S.A., of Lauderdale Lakes, Fla., is
voluntarily recalling about 20,000 Childrens Hooded Sweatshirts and Windbreakers
with Drawstrings. The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing
a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines
to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck
and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Samara
Brothers Recalls Boys Jackets Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Samara
Brothers LLC, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 8,000 Heavyweight
Outerwear Jackets. The snap closures on the outerwear jackets contain excessive
amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard.
Battery
Packs for Toy Vehicles Recalled by JAKKS Pacific Due to Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), JAKKS
Pacific Inc., of Malibu, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 245,000
Battery Packs for Toy Vehicles. The lithium-ion polymer batteries used
to charge the toy vehicles can ignite while charging, posing a fire hazard.
Toddler
Pants Sets Sold Exclusively at Meijer Stores Recalled for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), G
& W Industries Inc., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
1,800 Toddler Pants Sets. The zipper pull on the jacket can detach, posing
a choking hazard to young children.
Childrens
Bracelets Recalled by DM Merchandising Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), DM
Merchandising Inc., of Elmhurst, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 86,400
Childrens Ultra Gear Bracelets. The recalled jewelry contains high levels
of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Childrens
Rings Recalled by Shalom International Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Shalom
International Corp., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
280,000 Childrens Rachael Rose Kidz Rings. The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
LL
Bean Recalls Infant Booties Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), L.L.
Bean, of Freeport, Maine, is voluntarily recalling about 4,400 Faux-Shearling
Infant Booties. A small metal zipper tab on the infant booties can detach
posing a choking hazard to young children.
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American
Honda Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Crash Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Honda Motor Corp. Inc., of Torrance, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
11,000 Honda Model Year 2006 TRX450ER/R ATVs. The front suspension arm
ball joints could have been contaminated during production, resulting in
rapid wear of one or more of the ball joints and possible ball joint separation.
If the ball joint separation occurs while riding, the operator could lose
control of the ATV.
Arctic
Cat Recalls Model Year 2007 90cc Youth Model ATVs
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Arctic
Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 1,500
Arctic Cat 90cc DVX and Utility model All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). On the
recalled ATVs, the handlebar base mounting bolts, tie-rod ends and tie-rod
adjustment locking nuts may not have been tightened to the proper torque
during the production process. Operating an affected ATV could cause components
to loosen resulting in loss of steering control. This condition could result
in loss of vehicle control which could result in injury or death.
Next
Step Plastic Sippy/Tumbler Cups Recalled for Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Artcraft
and Foremost Inc., of Moorestown, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about
43,500 Sippy/Tumbler Cups. The impact of being dropped or banged can cause
the cup to break into pieces, resulting in sharp or jagged edges that pose
a laceration hazard to children.
Geometix
International LLC Recalls MagneBlocks Toys, Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration
and Intestinal Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Geometix
International LLC, of Brookfield, Conn., is voluntarily recalling about
40,000 sets MagneBlocks Magnetic Construction Toys. Tiny magnets inside
the building pieces can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be
swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets
can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which
can be fatal.
Graco
Childrens Products Inc. Recalls to Repair Contempo⢠Highchairs
Due to Collapse Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Graco
Childrens Products Inc., of Exton, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about
100,000 Graco Contempo Highchairs. The highchair can collapse if it is
not fully opened and locked into place from the storage position prior
to use. If the highchair collapses, a child occupying the highchair can
be injured.
Target
Recalls Baby Rattles and Ornaments for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target,
of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 460,000 Plush Baby
Rattles and Photo Frame Ornaments. Small parts on the plush rattles and
frame ornaments can break or detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Additionally, the rattles†plastic ring can break and expose
sharp points.
U.S.
Toy Co. Recalls More Childrenâ€s Butterfly Necklaces Due to
Lead Poisoning
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), U.S.
Toy Co. Inc., of Grandview, MO., is voluntarily recalling about 113,800
Childrens Butterfly Necklaces. The pendant on the necklace contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Kids
II Inc. Recalls Teethers Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kids
II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 375,000 Bright
Starts Star Teether Beads and Bright Starts Teether Beads. The flexible
plastic ring that holds the teether beads in place can crack or break,
and the beads can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants.
Sportsstuff
Inc. Recalls Air Pumps for Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sportsstuff
Inc., of Omaha, Neb., is voluntarily recalling about 11,000 Inflator Air
Pumps. These air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk
of lacerations to the user and nearby consumers.
Childrens
Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Seena International for
Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Seena
International, of Yaphank, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 45,000
Childrens Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings. The garments have a drawstring
through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Kawasaki
Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recalls 2007 KFX50 and KFX90 All-Terrain Vehicles
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kawasaki
Motors Corp., U.S.A. of Irvine, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
9,000 Kawasaki 2007 model year KFX50 and KFX90 ATVs. On some of these units,
the handlebar holder, tie-rod adjustment, and tie-rod end nuts may not
have been tightened to the proper torque. Operation of the vehicle can
cause the nuts to loosen, resulting in a loss of steering control. This
poses a crash hazard, which can result in injury or death.
Samara
Brothers Recalls Childrens Two-Piece Overall Sets, Snaps Contain Lead
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Samara
Brothers LLC, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 200 Starting
Out Shirt and Overall Sets. The coatings on the snaps in the overalls and
shirt contain excessive amounts of lead, posing a serious risk of lead
poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.
Nitrous
Oxide Systems Recalls Snowmobile and ATV NOS Kit Bottles that Can Forcefully
Burst
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nitrous
Oxide Systems, of Bowling Green, Ky., is voluntarily recalling about 16
NOS Kits for Snowmobiles and ATVs. An incorrect burst disc, a component
of the NOS bottle valve, may have been installed in the recalled NOS Kits.
If the bottle is overfilled and overheated, it could forcefully burst,
posing an impact injury hazard to consumers.
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Regal
Lager Inc. Recall to Repair Strollers Due to Abrasion Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Regal
Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 14,300 Phil
& Teds e3 Strollers with doubles seats. Children can touch the rear
tires when in the strollers add-on seat. This can pose an abrasion hazard
to children.
BabySwede
LLC Recalls BABYBJÖRN Feeding Spoons Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), BabySwede
LLC, of Cleveland, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 33,000 Farberware®
BABYBJÖRN Feeding Spoons. After extended use, the soft plastic tip
on the feeding spoon can loosen and break off, posing a choking hazard
to young children.
Celebrate
Express Inc. Recalls Gigantic Gemstone Ring Party Favors Due to Lead Poisoning
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Celebrate
Express Inc., of Kirkland, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 194,000
Gigantic Gemstone Rings. The recalled rings could contain high levels of
lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse
health effects.
Remote-Control
Helicopter Toys Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), ThinkGeek
Inc., of Fairfax, Va., is voluntarily recalling about 1,600 Remote-Control
Dragonfly King HX-242 Helicopters (also known as the Micro R/C Helicopter).
The helicopter battery can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn hazard
to consumers.
Nintendo
of America Initiates Replacement Program for Wrist Straps Used with Controllers
for the Wii Video Game System
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nintendo
of America Inc., is voluntarily initiating a replacement program for about
2 million wrist straps used with controllers for the Nintendo Wii video
game system. If consumers swing the hand-held Wii Remote game controllers
using excessive force and accidentally let go, the cord connecting the
controller to the wrist strap can break, potentially causing the controller
to strike bystanders or objects.
Wal-Mart
Recalls Stuffed Christmas Beagles Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart
Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark., is voluntarily recalling about 56,000
Holiday Time Stuffed Christmas Beagles. The red pompoms on the wreath
attached to the beagles mouth could detach, posing a choking hazard to
young children.
Macys
Recalls Infant Coveralls Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Macys
Merchandising Group Inc., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
500 Baby greendog® girls knit coveralls. The snaps on the legs of
the coveralls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Childrens
Powerpuff Girls Necklaces Recalled Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rhode
Island Novelty, of Cumberland, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about 48,000
Childrens Powerpuff Girls necklaces. The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
Lifetime
Brands Inc. Recalls Lemonade Jars For Lead Exposure Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lifetime
Brands Inc., of Westbury, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 6,600 Gemco®
Lemonade Jars. The metal spigot contains lead and is in direct contact
with the contents of the lemonade jar. Lemonade and other beverages can
cause the lead to leach from the spigot. Long-term exposure to lead in
children may be associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities,
hearing problems and growth retardation.
BRIO
Corp. Recalls Bell Rattles for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), BRIO
AB, of Sweden, is voluntarily recalling about 5,550 BRIO Bell Rattles.
The small bell positioned between the wood slats can break and allow access
to small parts. This poses a choking hazard to young children.
Childrens
Butterfly Necklaces Recalled by U.S. Toy Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), U.S.
Toy Co. Inc., of Grandview, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about 29,000
Childrens Butterfly Necklaces. The clasps on the necklaces contain high
levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause
adverse health effects.
See
Kai Run Brand Childrens Boots Recalled, Snaps Pose Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), See
Kai Run, of Woodinville, Wash., is voluntarily recalling about 6,500 Childrens
Boots. Metals snaps on the side closure of the boot can detach, posing
a choking hazard to young children.
GAMO
USA Corp. Recalls Air Rifles That Can Unexpectedly Fire, Posing Serious
Injury Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), GAMO
USA Corp., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 14,000
GAMO Air Rifles. The scope mount on these rifles can be installed incorrectly,
causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard
to consumers.
The
Land of Nod Recalls Furniture Due to Lead Paint Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Land of Nod, of Northbrook, Ill., is voluntarily recalling 2,000 Antique
White Furniture from the Cottage Collection. Some of the recalled furniture
contains paint with high levels of lead. The lead level exceeds that allowed
by the federal ban on lead-containing paint which is designed to protect
children who might ingest paint chips or peelings. Lead paint is toxic
if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Childrens
Necklaces Recalled Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Really
Useful Products Inc., of Darien, Ill., is voluntarily recalling 51,600
Childrens Mood Necklaces and Diva Necklaces. The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
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Days International Recalls Childrens Parka Jackets with Drawstrings for
Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Silla
America Inc., Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling 180 Childrens
parka jackets, with drawstrings. The garments have a drawstring through
the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996,
CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting
entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such
as jackets and sweatshirts.
Serious
Injuries Prompt Recall of Mattels Polly Pocket Magnetic Play Sets
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mattel
Inc., of El Segundo, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 2.4 million
play sets (an additional 2 million play sets were sold worldwide) Polly
Pocket dolls and accessories with magnets. Tiny magnets inside the dolls
and accessories can fall out undetected by parents and caregivers. The
magnets can be swallowed, aspirated by young children or placed by a child
in their nose or ears. When more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets
can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation, infection or blockage,
which can be fatal. Aspiration to the lungs requires immediate surgery.
Magnets placed in the nose or ears can cause swelling and be difficult
to remove.
Target
Recalls Various Toys Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target
Stores, of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 190,500 Kool
Toyz Children's Products. Some of these toys contain lead paint, which
is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Also, some of the toys have sharp points, posing laceration or puncture
wound hazards.
Target
Recalls Play Wonder Puzzle Tables for Choking and Laceration Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target,
of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 7,100 Play Wonder
Puzzle Tables. The handles on the puzzle pieces can come off, posing a
choking hazard to young children. Also, the tips of the nails on the inside
shelf of the puzzle table could be exposed, posing a laceration or puncture
hazard.
Remote-Control
Helix Micro Helicopter Toys Recalled for Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Spin
Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 46,200
Helix Remote Control Micro Helicopter. The power supply controller can
overheat posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Gund
Inc. Recalls Woodles Activity Toys for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gund
Inc., of Edison, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 18,900 Baby Gund
Woodles Activity Toys. The wooden rings on the stuffed toy can break,
posing a small parts choking hazard to young children.
Cars
Toy Chests Sold at Toys R Us Recalled by Delta Enterprise Due to Lead
Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Delta
Enterprise Corp., New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 3,000
Cars Toy Storage Benches. The red paint on the partition panels of the
toy box contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health effects.
Various
Firms Recall Flashing Pacifiers for Choking, Aspiration and Strangulation
Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rhode
Island Novelty, of Providence, R.I.; Hayes Specialties Corp., of Saginaw,
Mich.; My Bargain Bin LLC., of New Castle, Del.; Ravesupply.com, of Las
Vegas, Nev.; Vistawholesale.com, of Greencastle, Ind.; Xtreme Jewelry,
of New York, N.Y.; Intertradecorp.com, of Cheverly, Md.; Litesrus.com,
of San Jose, Calif.; and Dollar Days International LLC, of Scottsdale,
Ariz., are voluntarily recalling about 237,000 Flashing Pacifiers. These
pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The nipple
can separate from the shield easily, posing a choking hazard. Some pacifiers
were sold with necklaces that pose a strangulation hazard, and one of the
necklaces has beads that can come loose, which poses an aspiration hazard.
Though they are marketed for older children, they could be given to babies,
and can cause serious injury or death.
RC2
Recalls Toy Keys Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RC2
Brands Inc., of Oak Brook, Ill. (the recalled products are marketed under
RC2s Learning Curve and The First Years brands) is voluntarily recalling
about 275,000 toy keys. The colored top portion of the keys can crack,
resulting in the release of small parts, which poses a choking hazard to
young children.
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Family
Dollar Recalls Creepy Cape Costumes Due to Flammability Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Family
Dollar Inc., of Matthews, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 120,000
Creepy Cape Halloween Costumes. These vinyl capes fail to meet the standard
for the flammability of vinyl plastic film, posing fire and burn hazards
to consumers.
Wal-Mart
Recalls Minnie Mouse Cardigan Sets Due to Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart
Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark., is voluntarily recalling about 14,000
Minnie Mouse Cardigan Sets. If the cardigan is buttoned, the ribbon woven
around the neckline poses a strangulation hazard for children.
Bicycle
Pedals Recalled by Time Sport International Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), TIME
SPORT INTERNATIONAL/ATAC 2001 Inc., of Montecito, Calif., is voluntarily
recalling about 18,000 Time RXS Titan Carbon, RXS Carbon, RXS and RXE Bicycle
Pedals. The pedals bearing cap can fail causing the pedal to come off
the bicycle. This poses a fall hazard for riders.
Halloween
Pumpkin Decoration Kits Sold at Target Stores Recalled by Paper Magic Group
Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Paper
Magic Group Inc., of Scranton, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about 97,000
Mr. Potato Head Make a Monster Pumpkin and Mr. Potato Head Make a Fireman
Pumpkin and Mrs. Potato Head Make a Diva Pumpkin." The pumpkin decoration
kits contain small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children.
Kawasaki
Motors Corp., USA Recalls ATV for Loss of Steering Control Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kawasaki
Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif., is voluntarily recalling 291 Kawasaki
2007 Model Year Bayou 250 All-Terrain Vehicles. The nuts securing the tie-rod
ends to the steering shaft may not have been tightened sufficiently during
assembly. If the nuts loosen during operation, the operator could lose
steering control, posing a risk of crashing.
Petzl
America Recalls Climbing Equipment Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Petzl
America, of Clearfield, Utah, is voluntarily recalling about 8,000 Carabiners
used for climbing. These carabiners have a green button that acts as a
safety mechanism to prevent unlocking. The recalled carabiners can unlock
unexpectedly without pressing the green button, posing a fall hazard.
Baby
Cookie Monster Toys Sold with DVD at Wal-Mart Recalled for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sesame
Workshop, of New York, NY, is voluntarily recalling 31,000 Baby Cookie
Monster Plush Toys. The small felt fabric cookie attached to the plush
toys hand can be removed easily and ingested by young children, posing
a choking hazard.
Light
& Motion Recalls Bicycle Light Batteries for Fire and Burn Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Light
& Motion, of Monterey, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,700
ARC Lithium Ion Bicycle Light Batteries. The battery can overheat, posing
a fire or burn hazard to users.
Scandinavian
Child Recalls Cariboo Baby Changing Tables Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Scandinavian
Child, of Raleigh, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 90 Cariboo Folding
Changing Tables and 40 Cariboo Bassinet Changers. If the zipper is misaligned,
it can come apart and allow the cloth surface to separate, posing a fall
hazard to the baby.
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Cervélo
Cycles Inc. Announces Recall of Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cervélo
Cycles Inc., of Toronto, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 650 2005
R2.5 Model Carbon Fiber Bicycles and Bicycle Frames. The bicycle frames
can loosen or separate, causing the rider to lose control, fall and be
injured.
Suave
Kids Bath Sets Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled for Choking, Other Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Almar
Sales Co., of New York, NY, is voluntarily recalling about 11,000 Suave
Kids Bath Sets. Items in the baths sets contain small parts that pose a
choking hazard to young children. Additionally, some of the handles on
the carrying case are long enough to pose a strangulation hazard. Also,
the plastic carrying case poses a danger of suffocation.
Kawasaki
Motors Corp., U.S.A. Recalls MULE Utility Vehicles Due to Loss of Steering
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kawasaki
Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
400 Kawasaki MULE utility vehicles. These vehicles could have been assembled
with improperly manufactured steering knuckles that could break while the
vehicle is in operation. This can cause a loss of steering control and
cause a crash resulting in injury or death.
Playskool
Voluntarily Recalls Toy Tool Benches after the Death of Two Toddlers
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Playskool,
of Pawtucket, R.I., is voluntarily recalling about 255,000 Team Talkin
Tool Bench toys following the deaths of two young children. Playskool received
reports that a 19-month-old boy from Martinsburg, W.V., and a 2-year-old
boy from League City, Texas, suffocated when oversized, plastic toy nails
sold with the tool bench toys became forcefully lodged in their throats.
Gildan
Activewear Recalls Youth Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings for Strangulation
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Gildan
Activewear SRL, of Barbados, is voluntarily recalling 114,000 Youth Hooded
Sweatshirts. These sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood, posing
a strangulation hazard to children.
The
Cayre Group Recalls Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Sold at Kohls
for Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Cayre Group, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 4,500 Candies
Brand Childrens Hoodie Sweatshirts with Drawstrings. These sweatshirts
have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
LEGO
Recalls Toy Trucks Due to Puncture Hazard to Young Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), LEGO
Systems Inc., of Enfield, Conn., is voluntarily recalling about 358,000
LEGO EXPLORE Super Trucks. The plastic wheels on the truck can detach,
exposing a metal axle. This poses a puncture hazard to young children.
Regal
Lager Inc. Recalls Travel Cots Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Regal
Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 1,000 phil
& teds T2 Travel Cots. The plastic cap on the corner connectors can
come loose, posing a small parts choking hazard to young children.
Childrens
Bathrobes Sold at Ross Stores Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Roden
Industries Inc., Hollywood, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 740 Que
Cute Childrens Bathrobes. These bathrobes fail to meet the childrens
sleepwear flammability standard, and pose a burn hazard.
Arctic
Cat Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Loss of Steering Control Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Arctic
Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 50,500
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles. The steering shaft used on certain 2002, 2003,
2004, 2005 and 2006 Arctic Cat snowmobiles can fail at the steering shaft/steering
arm attachment. This could cause a loss of steering control of the vehicle,
and result in injury or death.
True
Religion Recalls Childrens Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation
Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Neiman Marcus
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), True
Religion, of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 150 True
Religion Brand Fleece Hoodies. A drawstring is threaded through the hood,
posing a strangulation hazard to children.
LeapFrog
Recalls to Repair Childrens Activity Centers Due to Arm Entrapment Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), LeapFrog
Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
186,000 Playground Activity Centers. A childs arm can become caught in
the activity centers plastic tube, posing a risk of injury to children.
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Pool
Toys Recalled by Wild Planet Toys Due to Risk of Impalement Injury to Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wild
Planet Toys Inc., of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
273,000 Jet Streamers Water Blasters Pool Toys. When partially filled with
water, the pool toy can stand upright on the pool floor with the rigid
narrow end pointed upward, posing an impalement risk.
Spin
Master Radio-Controlled Toy Airplanes Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us Recalled
for Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Spin
Master Toys, of Toronto, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 7,500 Air
Hogs RC Skywinder Radio-Controlled Airplanes. The rechargeable battery
pack inside the toy airplane can overheat posing a burn hazard.
School
Specialty Publishing Recalls Childrens Science Kits for Thermal Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), School
Specialty Publishing, of Columbus, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about
43,000 Ideal and Brighter Child Brand Science Kits. The battery case
in the science kit can overheat, posing a thermal burn hazard.
Target
Recalls Scooters Various Breaking Parts Present Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target,
of Minneapolis, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 185,000 Scooters.
The handlebars, wheels and wheel brakes can break and detach, causing the
rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries.
Lead
Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Fun Express Childrens Toys Given Away
at Libraries
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fun
Express Inc., a subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha,
Neb., is voluntarily recalling about 340,000 toys. The paint on the bendable
toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law.
Lead is toxic and if ingested by young children can cause adverse health
effects.
Lands
End Childrens Light-Up Backpacks Recalled for Overheating
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lands
End, of Dodgeville, Wis., is voluntarily recalling about 400 Cool Blue
Backpacks. The backpacks battery pack can overheat causing the battery
case to melt, presenting a burn hazard if touched.
Cage
Bell Musical Instruments for Babies Recalled for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kindermusik
International Inc., of Greensboro, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about
10,000 Cage Bells. If the bell inside the instrument is damaged during
manufacturing, the bell can be pulled out of the instrument, posing a choking
hazard.
Safety
Alert: NRS and LL Bean Inflatable Water Boards Lack Safety Warning Labels
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), NRS,
of Moscow, Idaho, is voluntarily recalling about 700 NRS Manta Surfer River
Boards and LL Bean Body Boards. The safety warning label containing precautionary
information on proper use and operation was not affixed to the device.
Quiksilver
Recalls Childrens Lounge Pants Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Quiksilver
Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 48,000
Quiksilver and Roxy Girl lounge pants. These lounge pants fail to meet
the childrens sleepwear flammability standards, posing a risk of burn
injury to children, due to the possible ignition of the garment. These
garments were not labeled or marketed as sleepwear, but because they are
childrens loungewear, they must meet the childrens sleepwear flammability
standards.
Childrens
Cooking Sets with Glass Lids Recalled for Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), ALEX,
of Northvale, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 4,200 ALEX Cooking Sets.
The glass pot lids can break, posing a laceration hazard to children.
ElectroPlasma
Lamps Sold at Spencer Gifts Stores Recalled for Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Spencer
Gifts LLC, of Egg Harbor Township, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about
1,500 Mars Lightning ElectroPlasma Lamps. Arcing between an object and
the removable cover of the lamp can pose a fire hazard.
Girls
Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstring Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Quiksilver
Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 9,700
Hide & Seek Hooded Sweatshirts. A drawstring is threaded through the
hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC
issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled
on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets
and sweatshirts.
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Childrens
Lamp Sold at The Home Depot® Recalled for Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Emess
Design Group LLC, of Ellwood City, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about
9,500 childrens Lamps. The glass window of the fire truck and bulldozer
night light can become dislodged, fall and shatter into small pieces. This
poses a laceration hazard and a serious risk of injury if ingested by a
small child.
American
Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 300
Suzuki 2006 Model Year Eiger ATVs. The mounting brackets used to secure
the left-front suspension arm to the ATV frame may not have been welded
completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs the rider
could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury
or death.
Plastic
Hardware Covers on Childrens Furniture Recalled for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hold
Everything, of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,200
pieces of children's furniture in the Homeroom Bedroom Collection. The
small cam lock covers can be easily removed, presenting a choking hazard
to young children.
Sportsstuff
Wego Kite Tubes Withdrawn from Market after Reports of Deaths and Injuries
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sportsstuff,
Inc., of Omaha, Nebraska is voluntarily recalling about 19,000 Wego Kite
Tubes. CPSC staff is aware of 39 injury incidents with 29 of those resulting
in medical treatment. Sportsstuff has received reports of two deaths in
the United States and a variety of serious injuries. Sportsstuff has been
unable to determine the cause of the incidents.
Shimano
American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Shimano
Inc., of Osaka, Japan, is voluntarily recalling about 8,500 Release Devices.
The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in
position. When this happens the rider could lose control and fall.
M2Racer
LLC Recalls Bicycle Headsets for Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), M2Racer
LLC, of Burlingame, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 150 Conventional
and Integrated Lite Headsets. The headsets mount to bicycle frames and
fasten to the front fork assembly. A protruding component of the headset
can contact the steering tube of the front fork assembly, score or scratch
the steering tube, and weaken the structural integrity of the front fork.
The front fork could break, causing the handlebars to separate from the
bicycle during use and result in a crash.
Felt
Bicycles Announce Recall to Repair Mountain Bicycles for Brake Failure
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Felt
Bicycles, of Lake Forest, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 700 Felt
Mountain Bicycles. The steel brake boss can detach from the frame, causing
the rider to lose control and fall.
Small
World Toys Recalls Toy Vehicles for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Small
World Toys, of Culver City, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 92,300
vehicles in the IQ Baby Pillow Soft Activity Blocks, IQ Baby Traveling'
Train Blocks, IQ Baby Vroom Vroom Vehicles and Discovery Channel Vroom
Vroom Vehicles. The plastic wheels on the toys can detach, posing a choking
hazard to young children.
Tiffany
and Company Recalls Paloma Rattles for Aspiration, Laceration Hazards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tiffany
and Company, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 47 Paloma
Rattles. Seams on the rattle can open during use, releasing small round
beads. The beads can pose an aspiration hazard to young children. The breakage
also can create ragged edges on the ring, posing a laceration hazard.
Bombardier
Recreational Products Inc. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bombardier
Recreational Products, of Quebec, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about
11,300 Bombardier Model Year 2006 Outlander 650 and 800 ATVs and Can-AM
Model Year 2007 Outlander 650 ATVs. The operator could ride with their
foot engaging the rear brake without noticing. This can cause the rear
brake to overheat and possibly ignite, posing a risk of serious injury
or death.
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Tiffany
and Company Agrees to Pay Civil Penalty for Failure to Report Hazardous
Infant Teether Rattles
The
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Tiffany
and Company, of New York, N.Y., has agreed to pay a $262,500 civil penalty
to settle allegations that the company failed to report a hazard with its
infant teether rattles. The penalty has been provisionally accepted by
the Commission.
Electronic
Toy Guitars Recalled, Small Parts Pose Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sino
Trading Group, LLC, of Houston, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 500
Toy Guitars. The toy guitar can break into small parts, posing a choking
hazard to young children.
Specialized
Bicycle Components Inc. Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Specialized
Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, Calif., is voluntarily recalling
about 2,700 Bicycles with SW Carbon Stem with Magnesium Faceplate. The
bicycles stem has a magnesium faceplate that holds the handlebar in place.
The faceplates on the recalled stems can crack allowing the handlebar to
break off the bicycle, posing a serious fall hazard.
Adjmi
Apparel Group Recalls Reebok Childrens Windsuits for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Adjmi
Apparel Group, of New York, N.Y. (an authorized licensee of childrens
apparel products of Reebok International Ltd., of Canton, Mass.), is voluntarily
recalling about 55,000 Reebok Childrens Windsuits. The Reebok logo appliqué
on the clear rubber zipper pull on the jacket can detach, posing a choking
or aspiration hazard to young children.
American
Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Crash Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 6,300
Suzuki 2006 model year QuadRacer ATVs. The cushion lever mounting bracket
on the ATV frame can break. If this occurs the rider could lose control
of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Nine
West Footwear Corporation Recalls Sandals for Laceration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nine
West Footwear Corp. of White Plains, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
6,700 pairs of Sam & Libby Girls Thong Sandals. The sandals metal
tacks, which help to hold down the sides of the strap to the sole, can
detach or be pulled out, posing a laceration hazard.
Childrens
Cloth Books Recalled by Simon & Schuster
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Simon
& Schuster Inc., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about
9,000 Curious Buddies Childrens Books. The felt ears and limbs on the
pop-up characters can detach or come apart when pulled, which may pose
a choking hazard to young children.
H&M
Announces Recall of Girls Water Shoes for Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), H&M
USA, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 1,900 H&M Girls
Water Shoes. Though these shoes are marketed for use around water for traction,
they become extremely slippery when wet. This poses a risk of slipping
and falling on smooth, hard surfaces such as tile.
Rubys
Diner Inc. Recalls Giveaway Yo-Yo Toy for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Ruby Restaurant Group, doing business as Rubys Diner Inc., and Rubys
Franchise Systems Inc., of Newport Beach, Calif., is voluntarily recalling
about 200,000 Light-Up Yo-Yo Toys. The yo-yo can separate and expose small
parts. This presents a choking hazard to young children.
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Baby
2 Pack Pacifiers Recalled for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), KI,
also known as Kole Imports, of Carson, Calif. is voluntarily recalling
about 3,600 packages of two pacifiers. The pacifiers nipple can easily
detach from the guard, posing a serious choking hazard to young children.
Rainbow
Play Systems Recalls Swing Seats for Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rainbow
Play Systems Inc., of Brookings, S.D., is voluntarily recalling about 18,400
Sling Swing Seats. These swing seats can unexpectedly break in half, causing
the users to fall to the ground.
Aqua-Leisure
Industries Recalls Inflatable Pool Ladders for Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Aqua-Leisure
Industries, of Avon, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 320,000 Simple
Set Pool Ladders. The plastic step support clips can be assembled upside
down, causing the ladder steps to break under a users weight.
Adventure
Playsets Recalls Swing Sets - Detaching Frames Pose Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Adventure
Playsets, dba Backyard Ventures Inc., of Amarillo, Texas., is voluntarily
recalling about 26,000 Adventure Playsets Wooden Swing Sets. Defective
bolts could cause the swing set frame to detach from the fort structure,
posing a fall hazard to the user.
Hoshino
USA Inc. Recall to Repair Electric Bass
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hoshino
USA Inc., of Bensalem, Pa. and Chesbro Music Company, of Idaho Falls, Idaho.,
are voluntarily recalling about 700 Ibanez Basses. If the battery is improperly
installed, the bass can overheat causing internal damage and a fire hazard.
Juicy
Couture Childrens Jewelry Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Liz
Claiborne Inc., of North Bergen, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 2,800
pieces of Juicy Couture Childrens Jewelry. The recalled jewelry contains
high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can
cause adverse health effects.
Bicycle
Child Carriers Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), PTI
Sports Inc., of Coral Gables, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 14,000
Schwinn Deluxe Bicycle Child Carriers. If the seat is not fully seated
on the rack, the plastic guide tabs on the carrier can break. If these
tabs break, it could cause the seat to fall off. This poses a risk of serious
injury to a child seated in the carrier.
Metal
Charms Sold with Twentieth Century Fox DVDs Recalled for Toxic Lead Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Twentieth
Century Fox Home Entertainment, of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily
recalling about 730,000 Metal Charms enclosed with certain DVDs. The recalled
charms contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young
children and can cause adverse health effects.
Trek
Recalls Anthem C Elite Bicycle Helmets for Failing Impact Standards
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Trek
Bicycle, of Waterloo, Wis., is voluntarily recalling about 4,500 Trek Anthem
C Elite and Anthem C Elite WSD Model Bicycle Helmets. Product testing has
demonstrated that these helmets do not comply with CPSC safety standards
for impact resistance. Consumers could suffer impact head injuries in a
fall.
Regal
Lager Inc. Recall to Repair Phil & Teds Twin Strollers
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Regal
Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 425 Phil &
Teds e3 Twin Buggy Strollers. The plastic hinge on the handlebar can crack
or break causing the handlebar to detach while in use. This poses a risk
of injury to young children.
Slingshots
Recalled by Daisy Manufacturing Due to Risk of Serious Eye Injury
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Daisy
Manufacturing Co., of Rogers, Ark., is voluntarily recalling about 104,500
units of "The Natural" Slingshot. If the slingshot band slips out of its
frame during use, the ball at the end of the tubing can strike the user,
resulting in serious facial injuries.
Toy
Phones Recalled for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Marvel
Education Co., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 6,000
Cordless Push Button Toy Telephones. The push buttons on the toy phone
can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children..
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Childrens
Necklaces Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Selected
Trading Corp., of Miami, Fla., is voluntarily recalling about 55,000 Childrens
Necklaces. The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead, posing a
serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.
Sycamore
Kids Inc. Expands Recall Again of Mountain Buggy Jogging Strollers
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sycamore
Kids Inc., of Fort Collins, Colo., is voluntarily extending a previous
recall to include about 4,000 Mountain Buggy Urban Single and Urban Double,
Breeze Strollers. The handlebar can crack or break causing the handlebar
to detach while in use, posing a risk of injury to young children.
Arctic
Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Posing Fire and Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Arctic
Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about 41,000
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles. The recalled snowmobiles fuel tank could crack
and leak, allowing fuel or fuel vapors to escape, posing a fire and burn
hazard.
CPSC
Warns of Banned Kinder Chocolate Eggs Containing Toys Which Can Pose
Choking, Aspiration Hazards to Young Children
The
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is aware of reports that
some retailers in the U.S. have been selling Kinder-brand chocolate eggs
in advance of the Easter holiday. CPSC staff is alerting retailers that
the product as sold is banned in the U.S. and they should be removed from
store shelves. In August 1997, CPSC conducted a recall of these eggs.
CPSC,
Memcorp Inc. Recall Disney-Brand Personal DVD Players Due to Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), McNair
Technology Co. Ltd., of China, Unitech Battery Ltd., of China, and Memcorp
Inc., of Weston, Fla. are voluntarily recalling about 102,000 Battery Packs
Sold with Disney-Brand DVD Players. The battery packs sold with these DVD
players can overheat and possibly burst when recharging, posing a risk
of burns.
Trendset
Originals Recalls Girls Sweaters with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Trendset
Originals, of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 1,700 Whos
That Girl! Sweaters. A drawstring is threaded through the hood of the
garment, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC
issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled
on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets
and sweatshirts.
Polaris
Industries Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles for Steering Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Polaris
Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn., is voluntarily recalling about about
1,380 2006 model Polaris snowmobiles with electric starts and about 1,940
models with electric start kits. The fastener torque securing the starter
motor to the engine crankcase may not have been accurately applied during
the manufacture of these snowmobiles or during the installation of an accessory
starter. An improperly torqued starter motor fastener bolt may become loose
and fall out allowing the bolt to interfere with the lower steering drag
link. This could allow the consumer to experience a loss of steering control.
Yamaha
Corp. of America Recalls Bench Sold with Digital Piano Due to Collapse
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Yamaha
Corp. of America, of Buena Park, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
176 benches sold with digital pianos. On some benches, one or more bench
bolts do not meet tensile strength specifications, which can result in
collapse of the bench while in use, posing a risk of injury. The recall
does not involve the pianos with which the benches were sold.
Serious
Injuries Prompt Recall of Mini-Trampolines New Instructions to Be Provided
To Consumers
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Stamina
Products Inc., of Springfield, Mo., is voluntarily recalling about 668,000
InMotion Trampolines. If a person assembles the trampoline alone and the
outside rail is released momentarily, the trampoline can snap back into
the folded position and strike the consumer, posing a risk of serious injury.
LandRoller
Inc. Recalls to Repair Roller Skates
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), LandRoller
Inc., of Hermosa Beach, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,400 pairs
of LandRoller Terra 9 Roller Skates. The wheels on these roller skates
can detach and the brakes can fail. Either one of these hazards can cause
the skater to fall and suffer serious injury.
Bombardier
Recreational Products Inc. Recalls Snowmobiles for Projectile Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bombardier
Recreational Products Inc. (BRP), of Quebec, Canada is voluntarily recalling
about 3,600 Ski-Doo Model Year 2005 and 2006 Mach Z and Model Year 2006
MX Z Renegade 1000 Snowmobiles. Cracks can appear in the starter ring gears,
causing ring gear fragmentation at high speeds. The debris can act as a
projectile causing injury or death to riders or bystanders.
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Childs
Death Prompts Replacement Program of Magnetic Building Sets
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Rose
Art Industries Inc., of Livingston, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about
3.8 million Magnetix Magnetic Building Sets. Tiny magnets inside the plastic
building pieces and rods can fall out. Magnets found by young children
can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the
magnets can attract to each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage,
which can be fatal. This product is unsuitable for young children.
Toy
Cars Recalled for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kids
Preferred LLC, of Dayton, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 3,500 Primary
Sounds Toy Vehicles. The hubcaps on the toys plastic wheels can detach
posing a choking hazard to young children.
Childrens
Jewelry Sold at American Girl Stores Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Girl Inc., of Middleton, Wis., a division of Mattel Inc., of El Segundo,
Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 180,000 pieces of American Girl
Childrens Jewelry. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead.
Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health
effects.
Radio
Control Toy Trucks Sold by QVC Recalled for Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Creative
Innovations & Sourcing LLC, of Pittsfield, Mass. and QVC Inc., of West
Chester, Pa. are voluntarily recalling about 8,000 Thunder Spin R.C. Road
Rage Stunt Machine Toy Trucks. Electrical circuits within the truck can
overheat causing the toy to overheat, posing a risk of fire.
RadioShack
Corp. Recalls Toy Pliers Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RadioShack
Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 25,000 Child
Guidance Toy Pliers. The toys sliding yellow knob can detach, posing a
choking hazard to young children.
Reebok
Recalls Bracelet Linked to Childs Lead Poisoning Death
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Reebok
International Ltd., of Canton, Mass., is voluntarily recalling about 300,000
Reebok Heart-Shaped Charm Bracelets. The recalled jewelry contains high
levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects
to young children.
Dollar
Tree Stores Inc. Toy Jewelry Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Dollar
Tree Distribution Inc., of Chesapeake, Va., is voluntarily recalling about
580,000 Dollar Tree Mood Necklace and Ring, Glow-in-the Dark Necklace and
Ring, and UV Necklace and Rings. The recalled jewelry contains high levels
of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects
to young children.
Lead
Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Metal Charm Bracelets
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Oriental
Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb., is voluntarily recalling about 25,000
Beaded Photo Charm Bracelets. The recalled metal charm bracelets contain
high levels of accessible lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning
to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral
problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Coca-Cola®
ElectroPlasma Lamps Sold at Rite Aid Recalled for Burn Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Emess
Design Group LLC, of Ellwood City, Pa., is voluntarily recalling about
21,300 Coca-Cola ElectroPlasma Lamps. There is a burn hazard caused by
an electric arc between the metal bottle cap and a human contact point.
An electric burn is possible if the distance between the metal cap and
the contact point is sustained at about 1/8-inch away from the metal cap.
Jordache
Ltd. Recalls Youth Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring for Strangulation
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jordache
Ltd., of New York, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 30,000 "U.S. Polo
Association Youth Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings. The garments have
a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Swing
Sets Recalled for Repair Due to Risk of Top Beam Disconnecting
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), PlayPower
LT Farmington Inc., of Farmington, Mo. (formerly Little Tikes Commercial
Play Systems Inc.), is voluntarily recalling about 3,600 Max Play Single
Post and Kid Builders Arch Swing Sets. The connection between the swing
sets horizontal top beam and the vertical end support post can break,
posing a risk of injury if the user falls to the ground or is hit by the
beam.
American
Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls All-Terrain Vehicles for Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Suzuki Motor Corp., of Brea, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 1,900
Suzuki 2005 Model Year Eiger ATVs. Certain 2005 Eiger model year ATVs were
assembled with an improperly manufactured plastic fuel tank. The thin portion
of these tanks could develop a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Fire
and Burn Hazards Prompt Nite Lite Recall
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), American
Tack & Hardware Co. Inc. (AmerTac), of Saddle River, N.J., is voluntarily
recalling about 35,000 Forever-Glo Nite Lites. An electrical short circuit
in the nite lite can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt which can
burn consumers or result in a fire.
BRIO
Corp. Recalls Pull-Along Snail Toy Due to Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), BRIO®
Corp. of Germantown, Wis., a subsidiary of BRIO AB, of Sweden, is voluntarily
recalling about 2,100 BRIO Pull-along Snails. The snail toy is sold with
a rattle containing a bell. The rattle can come apart, and the bell poses
a small parts choking hazard to young children.
Fall
Hazard Prompts Performance Inc. to Recall Bicycle Resistance Trainers for
Repair
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Performance
Inc., of Chapel Hill, N.C., is voluntarily recalling about 10,200 2006
Performance Travel Trac Trainers. The base of the trainer has a blocking
mechanism that can break causing the bicycle to disengage from the stand,
posing a fall hazard.
CPSC,
Nashbar Direct Announce Recall Bicycle Resistance Trainers for Repair
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Nashbar
Direct, of Canfield, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 2,500 2006 Nashbar
Bicycle Trainers. The base of the trainer has a blocking mechanism that
can break causing the bicycle to disengage from the stand, posing a fall
hazard.
Snowboard
Bindings Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Decathlon
USA, of Wilmington, Mass. , is voluntarily recalling about 230 Quechua
Rnx7FX snowboard bindings. The snowboard bindings plastic base can
break during use, posing a risk that snowboarders can fall and suffer a
serious injury.
Childrens
Toy Jewelry Recalled Due to Aspiration Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MTC
Mans Trading Company, of Brisbane, Calif., is voluntarily recalling
about 144,500 sets of Girl Favors Childrens Toy Jewelry. The recalled
jewelry could break, releasing small beads that pose an aspiration hazard
to young children.
Go-Karts
Recalled for Repair Due to Loss of Control Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Sunright
International, of Norcross, Ga. and Manco Power Sports Inc. of Fort Wayne,
Ind., are voluntarily recalling about 3,200 Manco Blazer Fun-Karts and
Sunright International Go-Karts. The throttle that controls the go-kart
engine can fail and not return the vehicle to idle speed, posing a loss
of control hazard to the driver.
The
Little Tikes Co. Recalls Animal-Shaped Flashlights Containing Lead Paint
Sold at Target
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 20,800
Glowin Dino and Glowin Doggy Animal Flashlights. The light green paint
on the dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown paint on the dog-shaped
flashlight could contain excess levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested
by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Infant
Seats for Shopping Carts Recalled, Chalky Residue Could Cause Skin Irritation
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), SSC
Inc., of Fairfield, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 4,000 Safe-Seat
Plus Model Infant Seats for Shopping Carts. These seats can have a white
chalky powder or residue on their surface. It is the UV Absorber that has
separated from the seat due to a molding defect that affected some seats
produced
in one or more molding runs. This could cause skin irritation to children
who come into contact with the residue.
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Toy
Mobile Phones Recalled for Choking Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), International
Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J. is recalling about 50,500 iPlay My
First Mobile Phones. The toy phone's yellow antenna can detach, posing
a choking hazard to young children.
Next
Marketing Inc. Recalls Youth Hooded Fleece with Drawstring for Strangulation
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Next
Marketing Inc., of Wabash, Ind. is recalling about 22,000 Youth Hooded
Fleeces with Drawstrings. The garments have a drawstring through the hood,
posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued
guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled
on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets
and sweatshirts.
Remote
Control Flying Saucers Sold by QVC Recalled for Fire Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), QVC
Inc., of West Chester, Pa. is recalling about 180,000 Pro Flying Saucers
(Radio Control). The battery charger cord sold with these flying saucers
can overcharge and cause the toy to overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Chicken
Limbo Party Games Recalled After 23 Reports of Injuries
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Milton
Bradley, of East Longmeadow, Mass. is recalling about 461,000 Chicken Limbo
Electronic Party Games. The game's two side poles do not fit into their
bases properly making the game unstable. This can cause the game to completely
fall apart if touched, hitting children playing the game as well as bystanders.
Metal
Charms Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard to Children
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Provo
Craft & Novelty Inc., of Spanish Fork, Utah is recalling about 29,000
Art Accentz™ Changlz™ Metal Charms. These batteries
can overheat, which could pose a fire or burn hazard.
Black
Dog Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled for Strangulation
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The
Black Dog Tavern Company Inc., of Vineyard Haven, Mass. is recalling about
9,700 Childrenâ€s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings. The
garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard
to children.
Recent
Death Prompts Renewed Search for Simplicity Cribs with Graco Logo
After
the death of a 19-month baby in Myrtle Creek, Ore., the U.S. Consumer Product
Safety Commission (CPSC) and Simplicity Inc., of Reading Pa., are renewing
the search for recalled Aspen 3 in 1 Cribs with Graco logos. The child
died on January 6, 2006, after two of the mattress support slats came out
of his recalled crib. He became entrapped between the mattress and the
footboard of the crib and suffocated.
Ace
Han Baby Walkers Recalled Due to Stairway Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ace
Han Corp., of Jamesburg, N.J. is recalling about 1,000 baby walkers. The
walkers can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop
at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured
or killed.
Bike
Pro Inc. Reannounces Baby Walker Recall Due to Stairway Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bike
Pro, Inc., of Pico Rivera, Calif. is recalling about 50,000 baby walkers.
The walkers can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to
stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously
injured or killed.
SunTome
Reannounces Baby Walker Recall due to Stairway Fall Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), SunTome
Trading Corp., of Los Angeles, Calif. is recalling about 600 baby walkers.
The walkers can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to
stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers
can
be seriously injured or killed.
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Steve
& Barrys University Recalls Childrens Outerwear with Drawstring Strangulation
Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Steve
& Barrys University Sportswear, of Port Washington, N.Y, is voluntarily
recalling about 334,000 Childrens upper outerwear garments with drawstrings.
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation
hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent
children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist of
drawstrings of upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. CPSC was
alerted to this hazard by the state of Wisconsin.
Mizuno
USA, Inc. Recalls Gamer Baseball Gloves Due to Chance of Infection in At-Risk
Consumers
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Mizuno
USA, Inc., of Norcross, Ga., is voluntarily recalling about 12,800 Mizuno
Gamer Baseball Gloves. These gloves could contain aspergillus mold. Such
mold usually does not affect healthy individuals, but could cause respiratory
or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or in individuals
who have impaired immune systems.
CPSC,
Syntace USA Announce Recall of Bicycle Handlebar Stems
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Syntace
USA, of Olney, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 2,300 F99 (Force 99)
Bicycle Handlebar Stems. The recalled bicycle stems can crack or break
under normal conditions, causing the rider to fall and suffer serious injury.
Fisher-Price
Recalls Infant Musical Toy Chair Posing Strangulation Hazard
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price,
of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 614,000 Fisher-Price®
Laugh & Learn™ Musical Learning Chairs™. A child
can become lodged between the seatback and side table of the chair, possibly
leading to an entrapment of the neck. This can pose a strangulation hazard
to young children.
CPSC,
Hurley International Announce Recall of Boys Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Hurley
International, of Costa Mesa, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 330
Boys Windbreaker Jackets with Drawstring. The jackets have a drawstring
through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February
1996, the CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling
or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings of upper garments
such as jackets and sweatshirts.
CPSC,
Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. Announce Recall of Utility Vehicles
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kawasaki
Motors Corp., U.S.A., of Irvine, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about
15,200 Kawasaki 2005-2006 model year Mule 600 Utility Vehicles. The steering
knuckle can twist or break from wheel forces transmitted to the steering
system during operation. This can cause a loss of steering control and
possible collapse of the front suspension, posing a risk of incident or
injury to the operator or passenger.
CPSC,
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Announce Recall of Additional 2006
Snowmobiles
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bombardier
Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec., is voluntarily recalling
about 4,050 Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo REV500 SS, REV 600 HO, and REV 600
HO SDI Snowmobiles. Cracks could appear in the starter ring gears allowing
gear fragmentation at high speeds. The debris could act like projectiles
and cause serious injury or death to riders or bystanders.
CPSC,
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. Announce Recall of 2006 Snowmobiles
In
cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bombardier
Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, Quebec., is voluntarily recalling
about 10,400 Model Year 2006 Ski-Doo REV, RT, and RF Snowmobiles. The steering
columns on these snowmobiles could have a missing weld, which could allow
a steering component to become loose. This could lead to a loss of control
or possible collision causing serious injury or even death.
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web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded
web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.
Live
And Learn,
the
web's oldest online toy store is proud to provide you with a summary of
recent recalls for toys and other children's products. It is a partial
list only, a complete detailed list of all recalls can be found at the
CPSC web site.
While you are here, we hope you take the time to browse our online catalog
of unique, hard to find, educational products and classic toys at our highly
regarded web store.
Click the buttons below to enter the front door of the store or to jump
directly to category of interest to you.

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