CPSC Recalls in 2002
256 recalls found
April 2002
"Ozark Trail" or "Wenzel" propane-fueled camping lanter Recalled for Fire Hazard
An insufficient connection between the lantern and the propane cylinder can allow gas to escape and ignite unexpectedly, posing a potential fire and injury hazard to consumers. This hazard can occur during the lighting or normal use of the lantern.
Consumers with Ozark Trail or Wenzel lanterns should stop using them immediately and detach the lantern from the propane cylinder. Consumers should return only the lanterns to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Greendog® girl's capri pant and shirt set Recalled for Choking Hazard
The buttons in the center of the embroidered flowers on the shirt can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using these sets immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or store credit.
Time Out folding mini beach chairs Recalled for Safety Concern
The chairs can collapse, posing crush and amputation hazards to consumer's fingers and toes.
Consumer should stop using these mini beach chairs immediately and contact Intercon for a free repair.
RM and ZM model Cadet in-wall electric heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
When an RM or ZM model heatbox (replacing a ZA or RA model heatbox) is inserted into a ZAC wall can and wired through a fitting in the top-left wall can knock-out (see the picture), the RM or ZM model has the potential for continuous heater operation, regardless of thermostat settings or room temperature. This can cause the heater to overheat and catch nearby combustibles on fire.
If the heater is part of the recall, stop using it immediately by turning it off at the electrical panel board (circuit breaker or fuse box). Consumers should contact Cadet to schedule a free repair. In July 2001, Cadet began directly notifying affected consumers who participated in the October 1997 and February 2000 heater recalls about this RM and ZM program and began arranging service calls.
March 2002
Steam Buggy™ Deluxe Steamers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The internal hose connected to the trigger in the handle can detach, allowing hot water and/or steam to escape, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the Steam Buggy Deluxe immediately and contact Tristar customer service for information on how to ship the recalled product and get a replacement or refund. Tristar will pay for all shipping charges to return the product. Consumers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Portable basketball hoops Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The basketball hoops may have a sharp protruding bolt on the players' side of the pole, that can cause serious leg or body lacerations to consumers, when the bolt is exposed.
Consumers should stop using the basketball hoops immediately and contact Lifetime Products or Escalade Sports to receive free cap nuts to cover the bolts. Consumers should call and get a cap nut, regardless of whether their bolt protrudes or not.
Tough Traveler® backpack carriers Recalled for Fall Hazard
A child could fall from a carrier when the seat restraint strap is not doubled-back through the slider if the carrier's safety harness is not used. The seat restraint strap is located between the child's legs when the child is seated.
Consumers should stop using these carriers immediately and contact Tough Traveler to receive instructions on doubling back the strap through the slider.
Wooden Changing Table with Steps Recalled for Safety Concern
When one of the front doors is open, a child's finger can become stuck inside spaces between parts of the hinges, causing finger crushing or pinching to occur while the door is closing.
Consumers should stop using these changing tables immediately and contact Childcraft Education Corp. to receive a free repair kit. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
TS11 Thermal Safety Control Valve Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lower body, with 1/4", 3/8", 7/16" inlet/outlet diameter, may have a machining defect that can create a thin wall on the bottom of the casting. The cast area may break through partially or completely in a circular pattern when rapped, causing an external leak. The leaking gas may cause a fire.
Consumers who have one of these valves should return to the point of purchase or to Invensys.
Toro-brand Commercial-grade Riding Mower Recalled for Fire Hazard
The riding mower's exhaust system can ignite fuel vapors from spilled fuel if the engine backfires.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled mowers and contact Toro or their local Toro dealer to determine if their riding mower's model numbers and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial number are located on a decal located on the right side of the operating console below the seat. If needed, the dealer will schedule a repair of the riding mower's exhaust system.
Exmark-brand Commercial-grade Riding Mower Recalled for Fire Hazard
The riding mower's exhaust system can ignite fuel vapors from spilled fuel if the engine backfires.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled mowers and contact Exmark or their local Exmark dealer to determine if their riding mower's model numbers and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial numbers are visible from the right side of the unit. They are located on a decal on the right side of the controls console. If needed, the dealer will schedule a repair of the riding mower's exhaust system.
Riding Lawn Mower Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tanks on these mowers can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these mowers immediately and contact their nearest Dixon dealer for free installation of a replacement fuel tank.
Two-Paneled Fireplace Screen Recalled for Fire Hazard
The paint on the metal mesh can ignite when exposed to a direct flame, posing a serious fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the fireplace screens immediately and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a refund.
Dynasty Gas Range Recalled for Burn Hazard
The ranges could tip-over if a heavy weight is placed on an open oven door, posing a risk of burn injuries from hot food or liquids in cooking containers.
Consumers may continue to use the ranges but are cautioned not to place any objects on the open oven door until an anti-tip bracket has been installed. Consumers should call Jade Products to arrange for free installation of an anti-tip bracket.
Paperweight Recalled for Flammability Hazard
The paperweights can leak petroleum distillates, which can pose ingestion and flammability hazards to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the paperweights immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a full refund.
Soap Making Kit Recalled for Burn Hazard
The soap may get too hot when heated in the microwave oven and leak from the plastic container, posing a burn hazard to children.
Consumers should stop using these kits immediately and contact Rose Art for information on how to receive a full refund and an additional Rose Art product item at no charge.
Hiker Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical component in the control system at the base of the unit can fail and cause overheating. This poses a risk of fire and burns to consumers.
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled hikers immediately and contact Icon Health & Fitness to receive a free repair kit or to arrange for a free service call.
Security Control Panel Recalled for Fire Hazard
The systems can fail to communicate with the central station that should receive the distress signal, which then would fail to alert the fire department, police department, or ambulance service. This poses a safety risk to consumers.
Consumers with these security control panels should contact their service dealers immediately to arrange for an inspection and repair. Meanwhile, in the event of an emergency, consumers should not rely on their security systems to contact emergency personnel.
SR-RN-2 and SR-RN2R Boiler Control Recalled for Burn Hazard
The controls have an electronic relay that may fail in a manner that will allow the burner to operate and by-pass the interlock with the flue damper. The interlock assures proper operation of the damper for removal of combustion gases. If the interlock fails, excess carbon monoxide emissions may occur.
Consumers who have one of these boilers should contact their local distributor or Ms. Ulli Hiltz, the Viessmann Manufacturing Company contact. Viessmann Manufacturing Company will install a wiring module in suspect boilers which will put a redundant switch in series with the switch that may erroneously close and by-pass the safety interlock with flue damper. Viessmann Manufacturing Company has contacted distributors and wholesalers and made arrangements for them to contact customers and make arrangements to retrofit the Atola-RN Boilers with SR-RN2 or SR-RN2R Controls.
Nature's Valley, Women's Formula Multivitamin Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The supplements being recalled are not packaged in child-resistant packaging, as required under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. If ingested by children, these iron-containing supplements can cause serious injury or death.
Consumers should immediately remove the bottles from the reach of young children and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Fondue Set Recalled for Fire Hazard
The plastic ring with handles, that is attached to the upper rim of the fondue pot, can crack during normal heating or cooling, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the fondue set immediately and contact Trudeau, to receive a replacement fondue pot.
Humidifier Recalled for Fire Hazard
The motors in these humidifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using these humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Call Hunter at any time, to arrange for a free replacement part or refund.
Power Cord Sets sold with HP Inkjet Printers Recalled for Shock Hazard
The connector can break, exposing electrical contacts and posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these printers immediately and contact HP for a free replacement cord.
Rear-engine and Mid-engine Riding Lawn Mower Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank can crack and leak fuel, posing a burn or fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these riding mowers immediately and discard or destroy the product. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
February 2002
BikeE Recumbent Bicycle Recalled for Injury Hazard
The recumbent seats on these bicycles can crack and break, causing the seat to come off the frame and resulting in injury to the rider.
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately. As the firm is no longer involved with this recall, consumers can take a recalled bicycle to the dealer from which purchased, but it is up to the dealer as to whether the repair can be performed, and whether there is a charge.
DANSK Ice Cream Scoop Recalled for Injury Hazard
A cap at the end of the handle of the scoop can fly off with substantial force, especially if the scoop is immersed in hot water. The metal cap poses a risk of impact injury to nearby consumers.
Consumers should stop using these ice cream scoops immediately, and return them to any Dansk or Lenox Factory Outlet store for a $20 coupon.
RotoZip Handheld Saw Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The handles on these saws can separate from the body, causing the operator to be cut.
Consumers should remove the handle from their recalled saw, if there is a loose fit between the tool handle and the tool body, and contact Roto Zip Tool Corp., to receive a free replacement handle.
Portable Air Compressor Recalled for Injury Hazard
Internal corrosion to the inner wall of the air receiver tank can cause the air tank to unexpectedly rupture, allowing pressurized air to suddenly and forcefully escape, posing risk of injury to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the air compressors immediately and contact Ingersoll-Rand for instructions on returning the compressor, freight paid. Consumers will have the option of being sent a check for $100.00 or receiving a $200.00 credit towards the purchase of a new DD2T2 air compressor.
Red Devil Gas Grill Recalled for Burn Hazard
The product's design allows consumers to light the grill at an air intake tube, instead of at the burner. When the grill is lit at the air intake tube, it will appear to function normally, though gas inside the air intake tube will ignite. The tube can reach temperatures of up to 750 degrees Fahrenheit and melt the grill's plastic support piece. Grills manufactured before August 1998 that are lit at the air intake tube may collapse during use. When the grill collapses, flames from the lit grill can burn nearby consumers and ignite surrounding combustibles.
Consumers who purchased Red Devil Gas Grills from HSN prior to December 31, 1998 should return the grill, for a full refund, to HSN Quality Assurance, 1 HSN Drive, St. Petersburg, FL 33729, Attn: "Red Devil Grill Recall". Consumers who purchased Red Devil Gas Grills from HSN after January 1, 1999 will receive revised operating instructions and warning labels to be put on the locking mechanism next to the air hole, warning users not to light the grill at the air hole opening in the air intake tube.
Graco Snack and Activity Tray Recalled for Choking Hazard
The Snack and Activity Trays are sold with detached suction cups that the consumer installs. If the suction cups are not properly attached, they can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using these products immediately. To receive a new instruction sheet, consumers should contact Graco.
Stainless Steel Kettle Recalled for Burn Hazard
The kettle's cover traps steam inside of the kettle, causing an increase in pressure. This forces hot water to rise and escape through the spout, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these kettles immediately, to receive a free replacement cover.
Knife Block Set Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The longest knife in the set when inserted "blade side-up" can protrude through the bottom of the knife block, presenting a risk of laceration injuries to consumers, when the block is carried.
Consumers should make sure all knives are inserted "blade side down" and NOT move the block until they contact Cutco for information on this repair. Consumers will receive a brass plate to install on the bottom of the knife block to prevent the knives from protruding. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall, along with a repair kit.
Plush Snuggle® Bears Recalled for Choking Hazard
The eyes and noses of these bears can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should take these bears away from young children immediately and contact Unilever Home and Personal Care USA for information on how to receive a coupon for free Snuggle fabric softener.
Pedal Car Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The paint coating on some of these pedal cars contains high lead levels. CPSC standards ban toys and other children's products containing high levels of lead. Young children could ingest the lead from the car's paint coating, presenting a lead poisoning hazard.
Consumers should take these pedal cars away from young children immediately.
Monsters In The Closet Children's Board Book Recalled for Choking Hazard
The snap that secures the book could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should cut off the snap from these books immediately and mail the snap to: Tri-State, c/o Marie Corsello, 325 Rabro Drive, Hauppauge, NY 11788, to receive a free replacement book valued at about $9.
Zowie's 123 Children's Book Recalled for Choking Hazard
The books have a plastic abacus-like toy attached to the back cover, that contains five plastic beads. The beads can separate from the book cover, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these recalled books away from young children and return the books to Disney Press for a full refund and postage. Mail the books to Disney Press, Attn: Zowie 123, 114 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10011 and use six first-class stamps per book. Be sure to include a return address and phone number.
OshKosh B'Gosh Newborn Girls' Garments Recalled for Choking Hazard
The fabric, heat-sealed flowers on the front of the garments can detach after washing, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using these garments immediately and return them to OshKosh B'Gosh, for a refund.
Outdoor Lanterns Recalled for Fire Hazard
The solder attaching the hanger at the top of the lantern may melt from the heat of a candle, causing the lantern to detach from the hanger, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the lanterns immediately and contact Harry and David to receive a full refund. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Moveable baseboard Heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heating element in these baseboard heaters can short-circuit and ignite combustible material under the heater, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these heaters immediately, unplug them, and contact HCP to determine whether their heater is part of the recall. Consumers with recalled units will be given instructions on how to mail them back to HCP, in order to receive a free replacement heater.
VersaToast™ Wide-Slot Toaster Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heating element in these toasters can continue to operate after use, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should unplug and stop using these recalled toasters immediately.
Thermador All-Gas Professional Ranges Recalled for Burn Hazard
Hot air is vented below the small oven and causes the metal surface on the door of this oven to get too hot, presenting a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the small ovens immediately and contact their local Thermador service center to arrange a free repair.
January 2002
Power Inverters with Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter ( Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The GFCIs on the inverters, which are intended to protect consumers against shock and electrocution, could fail to operate correctly.
Consumers should stop using the recalled power inverters immediately, disconnect them, and contact Vector Manufacturing to receive a free inspection. If needed, Vector Manufacturing will replace the GFCI outlet. Consumers participating in the recall program also will receive an extended warranty and an additional free gift, when they send the units in for the free inspection.
Dehumidifiers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The dehumidifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using these dehumidifiers and unplug them immediately. Contact Whirlpool to arrange for a free repair.
Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighter Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lighters do not have a child-resistant mechanism, as required by federal law. Young children could ignite the lighters, presenting fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and call the firm to get a full refund.
Custom Buoyancy Inc. Overpressure Valve (OPV) Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
Consumers should stop using the buoyancy control systems with these overpressure valves immediately and contact the CBI dealer where purchased, for a free replacement valve.
Polartec Heat® Electric Blanket Recalled for Fire Hazard
Some of the blankets may contain a loose connection, that may cause the unit to not function or to short-circuit, posing a risk of fire.
Consumers should stop using the recalled Polartec Heat® Blanket immediately and contact Lands' End, Inc. Purchasers will receive a full refund and a $50 gift certificate. If the blanket was a gift, consumers should call Lands' End, Inc. to provide the name, address and phone number of the recipient, so that it may follow up with him or her. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Children's Gel Candle Kits Recalled for Fire Hazard
When burned, the gel candle can melt the plastic candleholders included with the kit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Dried Flower Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
When burned, the dried flowers in the candle can catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the store where purchased, for a refund.
Black Cat™ Electric Pressure Washers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
MCM International imported the pressure washers from a manufacturer in China, who installed counterfeit ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) plugs on some of the units, without MCM's approval. All of the plugs are labeled "WELLONG"; however, the pressure washers with counterfeit "WELLONG" GFCI plugs appear virtually identical to those with genuine "WELLONG" GFCIs. It will require a professional inspection to identify the counterfeit GFCIs. GFCIs are important safety devices that are intended to protect consumers against shock or electrocution.
Consumers should stop using these pressure washers and discard the product. A remedy is no longer available.
Black & Decker Cordless Electric Lawn Mower Recalled for Injury Hazard
The clips holding the control cable to the handle may be missing, which could cause the blade control device to fail and keep the mower blade running, when it should stop. If the blade control device fails, consumers could suffer serious injuries.
Consumers should stop using these lawn mowers immediately and take them to a Black & Decker service center for a free repair.