CPSC Recalls in 2001
245 recalls found
December 2001
Suzuki "Eiger" ATV Recalled for Safety Concern
Suzuki Motor Corporation has determined that the Eiger automatic ATVs were produced with an internal manufacturing flaw. This flaw could cause the crankshaft to break during operation. A broken crankshaft will interrupt power transfer from the engine to the transmission and the drive wheels, leaving the driver stranded away from his or her base of operation.
Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired. Suzuki will replace all Eiger ATVs for a new one if the unit is brought in by January 31, 2002. After that date, they will be offering a free inspection and repair. American Suzuki Motor Corporation will notify consumers directly about this recall.
2002 Kawasaki "Bayou" ATVs Recalled for Injury Hazard
The rear wheel hubs, in the case of the KLF220 and KLF300-B, and the front and rear wheel hubs of the KLF300-C, are held to their respective axles by a castellated nut, that is secured to the axle with a specified torque, then locked in place by a cotter pin. On a limited number of the affected models, the axle nut was not tightened to the proper torque before the cotter pin was inserted. The cotter pin or axle nut failure could cause the hub to come off of the axle shaft, creating the potential for an incident, resulting in injury or death to the rider.
Consumers should contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment. The dealer will apply the correct torque to the axle nut. Kawasaki Motor Corporation has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Fusion 35 speed controllers (shipped with Corona electr Recalled for Injury Hazard
The Fusion 35 motor speed controller may not operate properly, due to a weakness in a batch of integrated circuit (IC) chips. The (IC) chip can become hot and damage the controller. In certain instances, a malfunctioning IC chip can cause the helicopter motor to turn on for the several seconds before the power is disconnected, which can damage the helicopter or cause injury to the operator or bystanders.
Consumers should send the Fusion 35 speed controller to Lite Machines for a diagnostic test by the manufacturer. If the unit is defective, it will be replaced free of charge.
Pine Tree Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candles can collapse, causing the flame and hot wax to spread and posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Customers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Neiman Marcus or Bergdorf Goodman store for a full refund.
Folding Little Wood Cribs Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The headboard can separate from the corner post. A child's head or neck could be entrapped in the corner space between the post and the mattress.
Consumers should stop using these cribs immediately and contact L.A. Baby to receive a free brace repair kit, to prevent an entrapment.
"Rice Lights" Christmas lights Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lights' wires can be easily pulled out of the plugs and light sockets. The lights could pose electrocution and electric shock hazards to consumers and could pose a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using these recalled light sets immediately and return them to the store where they were purchased, for a refund.
Snowman Holiday Porcelain Lanterns Recalled for Fire Hazard
These snowman lanterns can crack or catch fire, due to excessive heat from the tealight candles, which poses a risk of injury to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these lanterns immediately and contact LTD Commodities for information about returning the product, for a full refund.
Pine Tree Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candles can collapse, causing the flame to spread and ignite decorative glitter and paint, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to any Dillard's store for a full refund.
Candele glitter candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The glitter on the candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact Walgreens for a refund.
Kholer Helios and Sterling Freestyle Shower Doors Recalled for Fall Hazard
The door hinges can fail, causing the shower door to fall and injure nearby consumers.
Consumers should stop using the shower doors immediately and contact Kohler to receive a replacement door.
Overpressure Valves (OPV) used with Buoyancy Control Sy Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
Consumers should stop using the overpressure valves immediately and contact the DUI dealer where purchased for a free replacement.
Climbing Sticks and Tree Steps Recalled for Injury Hazard
The buckles on the climbing sticks and tree steps can fail, posing a risk of serious injury to hunters.
Consumers should stop using these climbing sticks and tree steps immediately. Consumers should return the product to the company, by writing to: The Game Tracker Inc., Attn: Product Safety Coordinator, PO Box 380, 3475 Eastman Dr., Flushing, MI 48433. Game Tracker will provide a free repair of the climbing sticks and a free replacement for the tree steps.
"Molly" and "Betsy" style wooden cribs Recalled for Laceration Hazard
These cribs have cut-outs in the end panels, that allow young children to get their heads entrapped, resulting in strangulation. The cribs fail to meet CPSC's standards.
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Sandberg Children's Dresser Recalled for Tip-Over Hazard
The dresser can tip over during use, posing a serious injury hazard to consumers.
Consumers who have the dressers should immediately stop children from using them. Consumers should contact Sandberg Manufacturer Co. to receive simple instructions for conducting an in-home repair.
2002 model Kawasaki KV650 "Prairie" ATVs Recalled for Injury Hazard
The rear axle on some of these units could have been incorrectly heat-treated. This could allow the rear axle to break, causing a loss of vehicle control and injury.
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Kawasaki dealer to determine if the vehicle is part of the recall. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Power Supplies used with Next Level ADSL/VDSL ETHERset Recalled for Burn Hazard
The power supply has an internal electrical component that could overheat and melt or deform the plastic housing, posing a thermal burn hazard.
Consumers with a recalled power supply should immediately stop using the power supply and contact Next Level Communications to request a replacement power supply.
No-Fault® 6000 model spa heaters (sold with Hot Spring® Recalled for Fire Hazard
The spa heaters have an internal electrical connection that can overheat and ignite the heater and spa, posing a fire hazard.
TruHeat is contacting its customers about this recall and providing them with a free insulation kit. Consumers who have not been contacted should immediately call Watkins, the firm now responsible for TruHeat and this recall to determine if their spa heater is part of this recall. To avoid all risk of an incident pending receipt of an insulation kit, consumers are advised to shut off their heaters until a kit is installed. If the spa is in a location where it is exposed to freezing temperatures and the heater is shut off (pending receipt of a kit), the spa should be drained according to the owner's manual to prevent damage to the spa by freezing water.
Porter-Cable portable generators Recalled for Fire Hazard
A small hole in the generator's fuel tank, where it mounts to the frame, can leak fuel and pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these generators immediately and contact DeVilbiss Air Power Co., to arrange for a free tank replacement.
Outdoor Lighting Timers Recalled for Shock Hazard
The timers have reversed polarity in the wiring, potentially allowing a current to flow through a consumer's body, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the Outdoor Lighting Timers immediately and contact Homemaster for a free replacement.
Miniature Christmas lights Recalled for Fire Hazard
These lights have undersized wiring and lack over-current protection. They pose electrocution and electric shock hazards to consumers and also are fire hazards.
Consumers should stop using the Christmas lights immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
"Rice Light" decorative Christmas lights Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lights have undersize wire and could present electric shock or fire hazards.
Consumers who have the recalled lights should stop using them immediately and contact the firm for a free replacement set of Christmas lights.
Baby Buzz'r toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The red, green and blue button covers on the toy can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled Baby Buzz'r toys away from young children and contact Baby Buzz'r International to participate in the recall.
Baby Cool and Kid Cool girls' jackets and vests Recalled for Choking Hazard
The zipper pull and metal ring on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately remove the zipper pull and the metal ring from these garments and dispose of them. Consumers can return the garments to any Sears retail store to receive a replacement garment.
Pop Links toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The tips on the links, that snap together like a chain, can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the Pop Links toys away from young children and return them to Kids II for a replacement toy.
Lawn-Boy SilverPro and GoldPro Series power mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
Stress cracks can develop in the mower's fuel tank, allowing gasoline to leak and posing a risk of fire and burn injuries.
Consumers should stop using these recalled mowers immediately and contact Lawn-Boy to arrange for a free replacement fuel tank to be installed.
"Cub Cadet" Garden Tractors Recalled for Injury Hazard
The tractor's rear wheel can loosen and spin free on its axle, resulting in a loss of power to the wheel and brake, which poses the risk of injury to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these garden tractors immediately and contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Curious George toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The toys include fabric-filled mobile phones that can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should take these toys away from children immediately and call BRIO to get a refund or replacement toy. Consumers also can send the toy to BRIO Corp., SAFETY RECALL, N120 W18485 Freistadt Road, Germantown, WI 53022.
Lobster toy (attached to Ocean Friends Stationary Enter Recalled for Choking Hazard
The antennae on the lobster toy can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should remove the lobster toy from the entertainer immediately and contact Little Tikes for a replacement toy.
November 2001
"Arctic Cat 500" ATV Recalled for Injury Hazard
There may be an inadequate weld on the front upper A-arm bracket. If the upper A-arm bracket separates from the frame, the rider could lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured.
Consumers should contact their authorized dealer to schedule an appointment to receive a free replacement.
2002 Honda TRX 450 FE/FM "Foreman" ATVs and TRX 250 TE/ Recalled for Injury Hazard
Some wheels have not been properly welded. The wheel could collapse while riding, possibly resulting in serious injury.
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Honda dealer to schedule an appointment for an inspection and free repair. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Water fountains with candle holders Recalled for Fire Hazard
The tea candles on the water fountains can flare up, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the tea candles immediately and return the water fountain set to the store where purchased, for a full refund or a replacement of the tea candles.
Wooden candle holders Recalled for Fire Hazard
When the candle burns down to the bottom of the wick, it can set the candle holder on fire, which poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these candle holders immediately and call Darice for a full refund.
"Aero bars" handlebar extensions Recalled for Crash Hazard
The brackets that attach the aero bars' forearm pads, where riders rest their arms, can loosen or separate during use, causing the rider to lose control and crash.
Consumers should stop using the recalled aero bars immediately and contact the company to receive two free replacement brackets.
"SunSmart" baby floats Recalled for Fall Hazard
The leg holes in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into the water and possibly drown.
Consumers should stop using these recalled floats immediately and contact Aqua-Leisure for a free replacement.
Zapper Toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The balloon tongues and the cylinders holding the tongues on these toys can detach, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these toys away from young children and return the toys to the place of purchase, for a refund, or throw them away.
Munchkin T-Strap girls' shoes Recalled for Choking Hazard
The buckle on these shoes can break, posing a choking hazard for young children.
Consumers should take the shoes away from their children immediately and return the shoes to the store where purchased, for a refund or replacement shoes.
"Wiggly Giggler" Rattles Recalled for Choking Hazard
The rattle can break and expose the noisemaker inside the rattle handle, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these toy rattles away from children and contact HandsOnToys to receive a replacement toy.
Cozy Coupe Computer Mouse sets Recalled for Choking Hazard
The mouse ball can separate from the mouse and pose a choking hazard to young children.
The Cozy Coupe Computer Mouse was distributed by KB Gear under license from Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio. KB Gear liquidated and as of Nov. 1, 2001, is no longer in business. As a result, the company is unable to provide consumers with a remedy. To encourage consumers to destroy the computer mouse and as a gesture of goodwill, Little Tikes is offering an equivalent $10 Little Tikes toy to consumers who return the retaining ring from the bottom of the mouse.
Ceraflame Ceramic Stove Top Tea Kettles Recalled for Burn Hazard
The tea kettles can break or burst during use, spilling hot water, which poses the risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these tea kettles immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or free replacement.
Gevalia Coffeemakers, Model DL 10 Recalled for Burn Hazard
Coffeemakers can overflow, presenting a serious risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these coffeemakers immediately and call Gevalia for information on how to receive a free replacement.
2001 Diamondback XSL-Race and XSL-Pro Mountain Bicycles Recalled for Crash Hazard
The bottom bracket spindle inside the crankset of the bicycle can break, causing the rider to lose control and crash.
Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact the authorized Diamondback dealer where the bicycle was purchased to arrange for a free repair.
2000, 2001 and 2002 Polaris "Xpedition 425" All-Terrain Recalled for Crash Hazard
Screws in the ATV's manual transmission can loosen, causing the rear wheels to lock. This can cause the driver to lose control of the ATV and crash, possibly resulting in injury or death.
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair.
Mid-Mount Series 225/52 riding lawn mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank could leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the mowers immediately and contact Grasshopper to arrange for installation of a replacement fuel tank, at no charge.
Yamaha 1996-2001 YZ125 and YZ250 series motocross off-r Recalled for Crash Hazard
The throttle on these motorcycles can stick, causing a rider to lose control of the vehicle and crash, resulting in injuries and death.
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately and return them to the dealership where purchased, for inspection and free repair.
Lawn tractors sold under the brand names Poulan Pro, WE Recalled for Fire Hazard
The tank in the lawn tractor can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using these lawn tractors immediately and contact the appropriate service center for a free repair.
"Blast Balls" toys Recalled for Burn Hazard
When struck together, the toys create a cracking sound similar to that of a cap gun. The directions instruct consumers to strike one ball against the other in the palm of hand, to create the cracking sound. When consumers strike the "Blast Balls" together, sparks can ignite, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the "Blast Balls" and contact JA-RU for a refund.
Hamilton Beach Juice Extractors Recalled for Injury Hazard
The juice extractor's strainer basket and lid can break apart, posing a risk of injury to nearby consumers, who can be struck by metal or plastic.
Consumers should stop using these juice extractors immediately and call Hamilton Beach for information on how to participate in the recall. Consumers with models for which replacement parts are available (models 67150, 67180 and 67180W) will receive a free replacement strainer basket. Consumers with models for which replacement parts are not available (models 395WS, 67199 and 3920JS) will receive their choice of a new juice extractor or a $10 refund.
2002 Suzuki "Eiger" LT-F400K2 and LT-F400FK2 ATVs Recalled for Safety Concern
The nut that secures the LT-F400K2 and LT-F400FK2 clutch shoe will come loose during operation. When the nut loosens, the clutch shoe will become loose on the crankshaft. In some cases this will cause severe damage to the clutch wheel and crankshaft or can cause the crankshaft to break. This will interrupt power transfer from the engine to the transmission and the drive wheels and may leave the rider stranded away from his or her base of operation.
Consumers should contact their local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for their ATV to be inspected and repaired. The inspection and repair will be performed at no cost.
Moongoose "Ally Cat" tandem bicycle accessories Recalled for Injury Hazard
The hitch connecting the tandem accessory to the host bicycle can fail, causing the tandem accessory to become unstable, which poses the risk of injury to riders.
Consumers should stop using these bicycle accessories immediately and call Pacific Cycle for a free replacement hitch and instructions. In addition, L.L.Bean Inc., which sold these bicycle accessories by catalog, will contact each of their known purchasers to provide the needed replacement parts.
BikeE recumbent tandem bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The steerer tube on the front forks can separate, causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle, fall, and possibly suffer serious injuries.
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. The firm, BikeE, is out of business and cannot be contacted. As the firm is no longer involved with this recall, consumers can take a recalled bicycle to the dealer from which it was purchased, but it is up to the dealer as to whether the repair can be performed, and whether there is a charge.