CPSC Recalls in 2003
216 recalls found
December 2003
CROWNZZ™ Candleholders Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candleholders do not allow for the safe burning of a candle, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Return the candleholders to the store where purchased for a refund.
Jack-In-the-Box toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
A spring mechanism attached to the lid can break and detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Call Avon for information on how to receive instructions to remove the spring mechanism. Known purchasers are being sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Home Trends Natural Holiday Collection Candle gift set: Recalled for Fire Hazard
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame posing a potential fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Durex Procraft Outdoor Extension Cords Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Use of these extension cords could result in an electric shock or electrocution to consumers.
Return the recalled cords to any Family Dollar Store for a refund.
John Deere 4000 Ten Series Compact Utility Tractors Recalled for Injury Hazard
An internal failure may occur within the Hydrostatic Transmission preventing the transmission from returning to neutral after the pedals are released. This can allow unexpected movement or cause the tractor to continue moving, creating a possible risk of injury to the operator or a bystander.
Consumers should stop using their tractors immediately and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.
Crate and Barrel "Hanukkah Menorah" Recalled for Fire Hazard
The acrylic base of the Hanukkah menorah can ignite if the candles are allowed to burn completely, creating a fire hazard.
Do not ignite any candles in this "Hanukkah Menorah." Stop using the menorah immediately and return to the store for a full refund. You may mail the menorah to Crate and Barrel and receive a refund check.
Enviroguard 22-inch-diameter Low Mount Open Lighting Fi Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The lamp can fall out of the lamp socket and strike somebody standing or walking beneath the light fixture, posing a laceration risk if the lamp breaks.
Affected owners will be provided with a retention plate to be installed over the lamps to hold them in place. Guth Lighting and their distributors are contacting purchasers directly about this recall program.
Craftsman 16-gallon and RIDGID 12- and 16-gallon wet/dr Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The exhaust blower ports on the wet/dry vacuums are large enough for a small child to reach inside and touch the spinning blower wheel. This poses a laceration hazard to small children.
Consumers should contact Emerson toll-free number to request a free insert. The insert is installed inside the blower port, to eliminate the hazard.
Rocking Chairs Recalled for Injury Hazard
The chairs' support assembly can fail and cause the rocking chair to collapse, posing the risk of injury to the user.
Consumers should stop using the rocking chairs and contact Hill-Rom to receive a replacement rocker glider.
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The red plastic skis used on these 2003 model year snowmobiles could be damaged by UV light exposure. If during off-season storage, the snowmobile was stored with the skis exposed to sunlight, damage may have occurred. If UV damage has occurred, the ski may crack or break during use. If this occurs, it could lead to a loss of control, that could result in severe injury or death.
Consumers should stop using these snowmobiles immediately. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled snowmobile should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule the free repair.
"Jack-In-the-Box" type toys: "Cat in the Hat" and "Oliv Recalled for Choking Hazard
The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy.
Flutterby Plush Toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The decorative gem stones on the toy's wings could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Return the toys to store where purchased for a refund.
Home Trends Ice Holiday Collection Candle gift set: Sno Recalled for Fire Hazard
Paint on the exterior surface of the candles could potentially sustain flame, posing a potential fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the candle gift set to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
"Zutopia" Girl's loungewear (15 different styles) Recalled for Burn Hazard
The loungewear failed to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear posing a risk of serious burn injuries to children. The standard requires sleepwear, including loungewear, to be flame resistant and if the garment ignites, the flame must self-extinguish.
Parents should stop their children from wearing this loungewear and return the item(s) to any Zutopia store for a full refund or exchange and receive $10 in Zu Dollarz for a future purchase.
Strategy 1500 PSI Mobile Pressure Washer Recalled for Fire Hazard
Overheating, posing a potential for fire and personal injury.
QVC is contacting each purchaser by direct mail to arrange for the return of each pressure washer for a full credit or refund.
Specialized mountain bikes Recalled for Fall Hazard
During heavy braking, the brake tabs on the front forks could break off, possibly causing a loss of control and fall from the bicycle.
Specialized has agreed to replace the 8-inch brake rotors on these bikes with 6-inch rotors at no cost to the consumer. Consumers should stop riding these bikes and return them to an authorized retailer.
Mica Tree Candleholders Recalled for Fire Hazard
Flames from the tealight candle can ignite the candleholder, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Consumers should contact the company to receive information on returning the product for a full refund, including postage. The company also will provide consumers a $20 gift card upon return of the merchandise.
Infinity and Lifestyle Spas Recalled for Fire Hazard
The motor capacitor, which is a component of the circulating pump, can overheat. This poses a fire hazard.
Contact the MAAX Spa Fulfillment Center to arrange for installation of a free replacement pump motor capacitor.
Snow Play Candleholder Recalled for Fire Hazard
Flames from the votive candle can set fire to the rope linking three "sledding" snowmen.
Stop using the candleholder immediately and return the candleholder to Home Interiors & Gifts, 2901 Trade Center, Suite 100, Carrollton, TX 75007, Attn: Snow Play Recall. Consumers should clearly mark the outside of the box with their name, return address, and total number of candleholders being returned, to receive a $20 gift certificate from Home Interiors for the full purchase price and shipping expense.
Lynx Hunting Vehicles Recalled for Safety Concern
The steering connections on the front suspension rack can come loose, posing a risk of the operator losing control of the vehicle.
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact Club Car for a free inspection and repair. Most vehicle owners have already been contacted by Club Car.
Two-piece fleece pant set with long waist drawstring on Recalled for Injury Hazard
Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there are toggles and knots at the end of the un-tacked drawstring. This can cause the drawstring to catch on protrusions (such as bus doors or handles), potentially causing injury or death if the person is dragged by the vehicle.
Pull the waist drawstrings out of the jacket.
Mini-flashlights Recalled for Burn Hazard
The mini-flashlight's battery compartment can overheat, presenting a possible burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should remove the batteries and discard the mini- flashlights.
Two-piece fleece pant set with long waist drawstring on Recalled for Injury Hazard
Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there are toggles and knots at the end of the un-tacked drawstring. This can cause the drawstring to catch on protrusions (such as bus doors or handles), potentially causing injury or death if the person is dragged by the vehicle.
Pull the waist drawstrings out of the jacket.
Two-piece fleece pant set with long waist drawstring on Recalled for Injury Hazard
Waist drawstring on jacket is longer than 3 inches when the waist is expanded to its fullest width, and there are toggles and knots at the end of the un-tacked drawstring. This can cause the drawstring to catch on protrusions (such as bus doors or handles), potentially causing injury or death if the person is dragged by the vehicle.
Pull the waist drawstrings out of the jacket.
Weed and Brush Cutters Recalled for Injury Hazard
The operator can come in contact with the rotating blade, even when disengaged, by pulling on the front of the mower deck while the engine is running, posing a serious injury hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the units immediately and contact Bachtold if you have the Whipper or B-800 models or contact Country Home Products if you have the DR Field & Brush model to receive a free repair kit. The repair involves the installation of a mechanism that will shut down the engine if and when the operator takes his/her hands off the handlebar.
Showerhead Hot Water Heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommend tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure, which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.
Consumers should contact the retailer where the product was purchased or Barnett of the Caribbean for more information on returning the product for a refund.
November 2003
DesignWare® Crazy Bounce Balls Recalled for Choking Hazard
The balls could break apart, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should take these balls away from young children and dispose of the balls immediately. Consumers can contact the firm for a coupon redeemable wherever American Greetings' products are sold.
Cloth Santa decoration Recalled for Safety Concern
The beaded nose on the cloth Santa decoration could detach, posing an aspiration hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately remove these decorations from any display and keep out of reach of children. Consumers should return the item to Wal-Mart for a refund.
DesignWare® Zipper Pulls Recalled for Choking Hazard
The product could separate and detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should dispose of the zipper pulls immediately. Consumers can contact the firm for a coupon redeemable wherever American Greetings' products are sold.
Falls Creek Army Flight Jackets Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
These jackets have hood drawstrings. Children can get entangled and strangled in the drawstrings that catch on objects, including playground equipment, fences and tree branches.
Consumers should stop their children from wearing the jacket immediately and contact Meijer for information on how to return the jacket for a full refund. Parents also can remove the drawstring, which will make the jacket safe for children to wear.
Girls' Hooded Fleece Jackets Recalled for Choking Hazard
The zipper pull could detach from these jackets, posing a possible choking hazard to young children.
Return the jacket to the store where purchased for a refund or store credit.
Multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The multi-colored and solid-colored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children.
Return the sidewalk chalk to Toys "R" Us for a refund.
Merit Bunk Beds Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The bunk beds have openings between the guardrails and in the end structures that are too large. A child's body could slide between the openings and could become trapped by the head, posing a serious strangulation hazard.
Consumers should contact Merit for information on how to return their bunk bed and receive a full refund.
"Cherry Bentwood" model television stands sold at Circu Recalled for Tip-Over Hazard
The television stand can tip over when a television is placed on it, possibly causing injuries to nearby consumers or death to young children.
Consumers should remove televisions from these stands immediately and return the stands to Circuit City for a refund.
GPS2000 MobilePAL+GPS Safety and Security Phones Recalled for Safety Concern
Using the test button can result in the battery being drained without the user's knowledge. Without battery power, the phone is unable to call for assistance in an emergency.
Call SecureAlert to arrange a free replacement. SecureAlert is directly contacting owners of these products. Until the replacement phone is received, consumers should refrain from using the test button on their recalled phone.
Gator Utility Vehicles Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Improper crimping of the brake cables could lead to reduced braking capacity and, in some cases, to failure of the foot pedal brake.
Consumers should stop using the recalled vehicles and contact the nearest John Deere dealer to schedule an appointment to have a new brake cable installed free of charge.
Bear "Jack-In-the-Box" toy Recalled for Choking Hazard
The red bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Take these toys away from children immediately and call Schylling Associates Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.schylling.com for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy.
Cub Cadet Series 7000 Compact Tractors Recalled for Safety Concern
The tractor's high/low shift lever could pop out of gear into neutral during operation on steep slopes with attachments, such as a back-hoe or front-end loader installed. This could result in the machine "free-wheeling" until the brake is applied or the transmission is re- engaged, posing a risk of the operator losing control of the tractor.
Consumers should contact the Cub Cadet dealership where the tractor was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Lightning PAC Scooters and MX3 Mini Bikes Recalled for Injury Hazard
The motor control circuits can malfunction, causing the scooters and mini bikes to continue to run after the power or throttle button is released, posing a risk of injury to children.
Consumers should take the toy vehicle(s) away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive information on how to have their toys serviced for free at a certified Power Wheels Service Center. The Service Centers will make modifications to the toy vehicles' circuitry.
Candle Gift Sets Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candle gift set can exhibit a larger-than-normal flame height as the tealight candle burns to the end, posing a potential fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using these candle gift sets immediately and discard them. The firm is out of business and a remedy is therefore no longer available.
Multicolored Sidewalk Chalk Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The multicolored sidewalk chalk contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of poisoning to young children. The Wisconsin Department of Health tested the chalk and identified the lead in the chalk.
Consumers should return the multicolored sidewalk chalk to Target stores for a refund.
Magnum, Trail Boss, and ATP model all-terrain vehicles Recalled for Fire Hazard
Damage to the fuel tank grommet can cause a fuel leak, posing a serious fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Polaris will notify all consumers with the recalled models and will arrange for a free repair from their dealership or an authorized service center.
"Amazing Baby™ Listen and Play" activity book Recalled for Choking Hazard
The hub of the pink dial embedded in the inside back cover can come off during use in some of these books, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these books away from young children and call Advantage Publishers Group to order a replacement activity book without the dial.
Deep Fryers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The mesh filter in the cover of the deep fryer can allow moisture to build in the oil reservoir, causing the oil reservoir to boil over during or shortly after use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the deep fryers immediately and contact The Metal Ware Corp. to request a free replacement cover kit and complimentary gift package.
Plan Toys Solid Drums Recalled for Choking Hazard
The three rubber feet, which are screwed into the bottom of the drum, could be removed in some cases, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers who purchased recalled drums should take them away from young children immediately and call BRIO® for information on receiving a refund or replacement product.
October 2003
Halloween tealight candleholders Recalled for Burn Hazard
Because of the lack of ventilation in these ceramic candleholders, the tealights can flare up, posing a risk of burns to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these candleholders immediately and return them to any Michaels store for a refund.
Fire Alarm Control Panel Recalled for Safety Concern
The AEU can enter a "sleep" mode, where it does not communicate with the system. When this occurs, audible evacuation signals associated with the failed AEU will not operate and building occupants may not be warned of an emergency.
Notifier will provide an upgraded CPU firmware set for each AM2020 and AFP1010 panel, at no charge.
Audio Evacuation Unit Recalled for Safety Concern
The AEU can enter a "sleep" mode, where it does not communicate with the system. When this occurs, audible evacuation signals associated with the failed AEU will not operate and building occupants may not be warned of an emergency.
FCI will provide a new software chip set for each FireVac System, at no charge.
Beaded Pumpkin Tea Light Holders Recalled for Fire Hazard
The beads on the candleholders can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the tealight candleholders immediately and contact Walgreens for a refund.
Pet Me Platypus™ Recalled for Choking Hazard
Any of the four plastic button covers can detach, posing a small parts choking hazard to young children.
The company is out of business. The free replacement is no longer available. Please destroy or discard this product.