Mold Hazard
Safety Tips
Discard visibly moldy food. Store food properly to prevent mold growth.
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SmarTemp Probe Covers with the Accutorr V Monitor; Rx only. Mindray DS USA, Inc. Mahway, NJ 07430. Packaged in boxes of 20, Model ST010, also distributed in boxes of 2000 (10 individual boxes of 200); SmarTemp Module Kit (contains one box of 20 probes) and SmarTemp Temperature Probe Kits (contains one box of 20 probes). Probe Cover for use with the SmarTemp Reusable Temperature Probe.
SmarTemp Disposable Probe covers may contain microscopic holes in the molded seam that would allow liquids or body fluids inside the cover and potentially contaminate the temperature probe.
Mindray DS USA, Inc. issued an "Urgent Product Recall" notification dated December 31, 2009 by certified mail. Consignees were informed of the affected product and requested to discard all remaining stock. Replacement product will be provided by the firm at no cost. For further information, contact Mindray DS USA, Inc. at 1-201-995-8000.
ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP
THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.
ROLLS-ROYCE WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ROLLS-ROYCE CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-877-877-3735.
ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP
THIS COULD LEAD TO A SMOLDERING OF THE PUMP OR AN ENGINE COMPARTMENT OR VEHICLE FIRE.
BMW WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 19, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AND SERVICES AT 1-800-525-7417.
LED night lights Recalled for Burn Hazard
The LED night lights can overheat, smolder, and melt which may cause minor burns to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights and discard them.
Little People® Builders' Load 'n Go Wagon Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The back of the wagon's plastic handle has molded-in reinforcement. This design adds stiffness and facilitates children gripping the handle. The handle poses a laceration hazard if a child falls on it.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled wagons away from children and contact Fisher-Price for instructions on how to obtain a free repair kit.
Pinnacle Destination Guiding Sheath, 6 French, 90 cm, Straight Tip, Tuohy-Borst Valve, Lot MD24, MD31, ME07, & ME14. 510(k) K012812 Guiding Sheath is used to facilitate the introduction of interventional and diagnostic devices into the human vasculature, including but not limited to the renal arteries for the Renal Guiding Sheath and the carotid arteries for the Carotid Guiding Sheath.
Molding defect in destination product that render the device unusable.
Terumo Medical Corporation sent an Urgent Product Bulletin Recall letter dated June 24, 2010, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Terumo requested customers to immediately discontinue use, and quarantine any available stock of the listed product codes. In order to facilitate the exchange of these devices, a Terumo Territory Manager contacted all customers by July 9th to confirm receipt of the Terumo Destination Bulletin and scheduled an appointment to visit each customer in person by July 31st to personally manage the exchange. For questions or for further information, call (800) 283-7866 and ask to speak with the Product Recall Coordinator.
Baseball and Softball Gloves Recalled for Mold Hazard
Some gloves were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems, or in individuals who have impaired immune systems.
Consumers should immediately stop using the gloves and contact Mizuno USA to receive a full refund.
EasyRA Cuvette Segment 1, P/N 007000-001 (In Vitro Diagnostic ) EasyRA Cuvette Segments included in the following Kits: EasyRA Cuvettes, REF 10700-4 Startup Kit - Chemistry, REF 10990 Startup Kit - Chemistry & ISE, REF 10991
Chemistry analyzers may report Calcium results below the sample's actual concentration. Reported results may be ten to fifteen percent lower than expected sample results. The defect is a shortened path length at specific cuvette positions of those segments manufactured using molding cavity 1. The shortened path length was determined by measuring the cuvette dimensions with a Co-ordinate Measuri
Medica issued an Urgent Product Recall letter dated March 29, 2010 to customers. Users were requested to cease using and discard the affected product, and complete and return a Response Form in order to obtain replacement product. Customers can contact Medica Technical Support at 877-777-5895.
Stryker Instruments, SmartPump Tourniquet System, Dual Channel Tourniquet Pump, REF 5920-011-000, Rx only. Intended to be used to temporarily occlude or decrease blood flow in a patient extremity during a surgical procedure of that extremity.
This recall is related to the Electi-cord recall. There is a risk when excessive force is applied to the plugs, a fracture can develop on the prongs inside the molded section of the plug. Over time the fracture may lead to arcing inside of the molded sction of the plug and a build up of heat which can cause charring, electric shock or fire. To this date there have been zero complaint for this fa
Stryker Instruments sent an Urgent - Medical Device Recall Notification letter dated April 13, 2010, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem,and the action to be taken by the customer. Stryker notified customers again on May 24, 2010, and again on September 14, 2010, via email, fax, or telephone. Customers were instructed to locate the units and visually inspect each affected cord. Remove the affected cord and dispose of it using their healthcare facilities disposal procedure. If the cord did not show signs of damage, the unit could remain in service until a replacement cord was available. Customers were to return the enclosed business reply form to confirm receipt of the notification letter and identify how many affected units were currently in their inventory. Stryker instruments would send out replacement cords. If the customer loaned or sold any of the units listed in the notification, the customer was to forward a copy of the notice to the new users and advise Stryker of the new user's name and their new location. If products were disposed of and were no longer in use, the customer was to advise Stryker of their obsolescence by providing them with their serial numbers. For questions regarding this recall call 800-800-4236, ext 3808 or ext 3584 Monday -Friday 8am-5pm (EST).
Stryker Atlas Transport Stretcher with Zoom, Model 660Z, Stryker Medical, Portage, MI
The retractable cord stretchers were fitted with power cords, manufactured by Electri-Cord, whose prongs have the potential to fracture inside the molded section of the plug, causing melting and charring.
The firm has sent Urgent - Medical Device Recall letters, dated March 19, 2010, to all direct accounts notifying them of the recall. The letter identified the affected product and described the reason for recall. Customers were asked to locate the stretchers identified in the letter and visually inspect each cord. If the plug shows signs of excessive wear, etc. the stretcher is to be taken out of service immediately and the plug removed. Customers are to call the number provided in order to be placed on the priority replacement list. If the cord does not show signs of damage then the stretcher can remain in service until a replacement cord is available. The enclosed post card should be completed and returned to the firm. A copy of the notice should be forwarded to any users that stretchers have been sold or loaned to. The firm should be provided with the serial numbers of any stretchers that have been disposed of. Questions should be directed towards Stryker at 800-STRYKER.
First Aid kits, First Aid Only brand, containing various products to include acetaminophen and other first aid supplies, various sizes, - travel size, all purpose, first aid response kit, on-the-road, recreational, outdoor. First Aid Only, Inc. Vancouver, WA
Kits contain acetaminophen tablets that were recalled due to being contaminated with mold.
The firm issued a letter dated August 17, 2006 to their customers advising of the recall and requesting product be removed from retail level and returned to the firm.
LED Night Lights Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, which can burn consumers or result in fire.
Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately and unplug them from the wall. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Reliamed Odor Eliminator Drops (8 oz, 4 oz, 1 oz package sizes)
The product may contain the mold Aspergillus ssp.
Biomed Laboratories, Inc. of Garland, TX is conducting a recall of the Reliamed Odor Eliminator Drops, Securi-T Ostomy Deodorant, and the Safe n' Simple (Sn'S) Ostomy Appliance Deodorant. Lots being recalled were distributed between June 9, 2009 though June 28, 2010. Biomed will work with their 3 consignees to inform sub-distributors and down to any firm that keeps the product in stock to have the product removed from further distribution and returned. If there are any questions or concerns, please contact Biomed Laboratories, Inc. at (972) 282-8008 or email them at biomedlabs.net.
Cool-it Soother by Vulli Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
If the teething ring is punctured, bacteria and mold can grow inside the teether's untreated liquid. This poses an ingestion hazard to infants and can lead to diarrhea and vomiting.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled teething ring away from children and return it to Calisson for a free replacement teething ring.
Forever-Glo® Cylinder Nite Lites Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt which can burn consumers or result in a fire.
Consumers should stop using the recalled night lights immediately. If the units are plugged into the wall, remove the light from the wall socket. Contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Bunk Beds Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The end structure of the bunk bed can pose an entrapment hazard to young children, a violation of the Safety Standard for Entrapment Hazards in Bunk Beds, 16 C.F.R. Part 1513. Children can get their necks caught in the opening between the post and the decorative molding.
Consumers should immediately stop using the bed and contact Pottery Barn Kids to schedule installation of a free repair kit.
300 Microliter CO-RE Tips for use with Microlab STAR, manufactured by Hamilton Company, Reno, NV. Product is a disposable product used with Microlab STAR series Instruments, which are microtiter diluting and dispensing devices.
Product Defect-- some tips from the mold cavity 28 are too short and do not always aspirate or dispense liquid correctly.
The firm initiated the recall on April 10, 2009, and issued notification to consignees via certified mail and e-mail. Customers were instructed to return the affected product to the Hamilton Company. A fax-back form was supplied with each notification. Direct questions about the recall to the Hamilton Company by calling 1-775-858-3000, extension 236.
Gebauer''s Pain Ease Mist Spray- Topical Anesthetic Skin Refrigerant -is a vapocoolant (skin refrigerant) packed in an aerosol container. Rx only-103.5ml (3.5 fl. oz.) can. Product Number 0386-0008-02)
Mold contamination
The firm sent a recall letter dated April 17, 2007 to all customers.
SurgeMaster™ Surge Protectors Recalled for Shock Hazard
The molding of the plastic 360 degree rotating plug, which allows for easy cord movement, can crack or detach from the plug assembly, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these power strips immediately and contact Belkin for a new replacement unit.
Children's Shoes Recalled for Choking Hazard
Molded rubber pieces on the sole of the recalled shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.
Consumers should immediately take the shoes away from children and return them to the nearest Clarks® store for a full refund.