CPSC Recalls in 2004
278 recalls found
November 2004
Pyroil® Brake Parts Cleaner and NAPA® Brake Cleaner Recalled for Flammability Hazard
The affected aerosol cans contain a defective spray valve that might stick when depressed, possibly emptying the can's flammable contents.
Consumers should stop using the recalled aerosol cans immediately and contact Valvoline for a free replacement.
Children's bathrobes Recalled for Burn Hazard
These robes fail to meet the children's sleepwear flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury to children, due to the possible ignition of the garment.
Return the recalled bathrobes to Petit Bateau USA Inc., 45 Essex Street, Suite 200, Millburn, NJ 07041 to receive a full refund, including postage and a special gift.
Hampton Bay® halogen light fixture Recalled for Burn Hazard
The decorative metal rings on the ends of the lamp fixtures can detach. Consumers could suffer minor burns if they touch the hot rings.
Customers should stop using the light fixtures and return them to the nearest Expo Design Center store for a refund.
Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCI) Recalled for Fire Hazard
An AFCI is an electrical circuit protection device (circuit breaker) that detects electrical arcs from cracked, broken or damaged electrical insulation and shuts off power to the circuit before the arcing leads to a fire. An electronic component failure inside the AFCIs can cause the devices to not detect an electrical arc. Although the AFCIs will function as regular circuit breakers, they may not detect an arc fault, posing a safety risk to consumers.
Installed AFCIs will be replaced free of charge through electrical contractors. Consumers can return uninstalled AFCIs to the retailers or distributor from whom the unit was purchased for a free replacement unit.
adidas Superstar Ultra and Pro Team Shoes Recalled for Injury Hazard
A portion of the sole of the heel can separate or tear during use, which can result in injuries.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled shoes, and contact adidas America to receive a prepaid mailing label and a refund or gift certificate.
Salsa Campeon Bicycle Forks Recalled for Fall Hazard
The steering tube on the bicycle fork can crack or break, causing a sudden loss of steering control and causing a fall hazard to bicyclists.
Contact your local Salsa dealer to schedule a free repair. Salsa dealers have notified consumers directly about this recall.
Robertshaw TS-11 Thermal Safety Control Gas Valve and t Recalled for Fire Hazard
If the pilot light goes out, the gas valve can stick in an open position, permitting gas to continue to flow. This can result in a gas explosion and fire, which could result in severe personal injury or property damage.
Free repair or replacement (if necessary). Robertshaw Controls Company will arrange for free repair or replacement of the recalled gas valves. If you smell gas near the appliance or in the building, immediately leave the area and call your gas company or a certified gas technician to investigate the cause. If you do not smell gas, check the pilot lights on your gas appliances. If any pilot lights are out, do not attempt to relight. Have the appliance examined by the gas company or a qualified technician. Have the date-code of your TS-11 gas valve ready when you contact Robertshaw.
October 2004
Batteries in Kyocera Wireless Corp. Cell Phones Recalled for Burn Hazard
Some of the cell phone batteries supplied by the battery manufacturer may be counterfeit. This can cause the batteries to short-circuit, overheat and pose burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries in their cell phones. Kyocera will contact consumers directly to arrange for delivery of a free replacement battery. If consumers with recalled batteries are not contacted by Kyocera, they should call the company to receive a free replacement battery. The batteries should be stored in an environment with non-flammable materials.
Mainstays Garden Folding Lawn Chair Recalled for Fall Hazard
The chair arms can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return the chairs to Wal-Mart for a refund.
Beefmaster Explorer Outdoor Gas Grill, Model Number 720 Recalled for Fire Hazard
As consumers adjust the gas pressure regulator (on/off gauge) leading to the propane cylinder, the label on the valve can become positioned in such a manner that it is difficult to read. This can cause consumers to inadvertently leave the gas valve on, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should contact Nexgrill to obtain a free replacement gauge. Consumers can also return the product to the company for installation of the replacement gauge at no charge. In addition, Crate & Barrel customers should contact Crate & Barrel to obtain a free replacement gauge or to make arrangements to return the product to the company for installation of the replacement gauge at no charge.
Toy Ice Cream Car, Police Car, and Washing Machine Recalled for Choking Hazard
The multicolored beads inside the toys can become accessible to children, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
Earlyears® Spirolly Rattle Recalled for Choking Hazard
The spiral section of the rattle can come apart, releasing small balls inside. This can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattle away from young children and contact International Playthings for a refund or replacement.
Polaris "RANGER 4x4" Utility Vehicle Recalled for Safety Concern
The lower steering shaft assembly may have a missing or misplaced weld that connects the steering wheel to the steering gear box assembly. If a weld is missing or misplaced, the lower steering shaft assembly could fail, causing the operator to lose control of the vehicle.
Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to replace the steering shaft assembly. Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Mattress Pad Recalled for Burn Hazard
These mattress pads fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability, under the Flammable Fabrics Act. They pose a serious risk of burn injury or death to consumers, if exposed to smoldering or burning cigarettes.
Consumer should immediately stop using the product and contact Chris Arlotta Enterprises Ltd. or the retailer, for information on how to obtain a refund, plus cost of shipping.
MPL, multi-purpose utility lighter Recalled for Fire Hazard
The utility lighters may spill fuel from the nozzle when first used, causing a potential fire hazard, through a secondary source of ignition.
Free replacement multi-purpose lighter when consumer sends to the company the black adjuster knob from the bottom of the lighter.
Avanti Water Dispenser Recalled for Burn Hazard
The hot water faucet on these units has a child-resistant safety feature to prevent young children from accessing the hot water. The device can malfunction, so that the faucet will not turn off, causing burn injuries to children.
Consumers with small children should immediately disable the hot water by turning the red switch on the back of the dispenser to off and contact Avanti to get a free repair.
Care Bears Lunch Kits with Water Bottles Recalled for Choking Hazard
The pull-up drinking spout can detach from the bottle, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers are advised to stop using the water bottles immediately and contact Sky High International for a refund of the water bottle.
Fargglad multi-color children's chair Recalled for Choking Hazard
Choking hazard from red plastic feet that can detach from chair legs.
Full refund. Take the Fargglad multi-color children's chair away from young children immediately and return it to the "Returns and Exchanges" department at any IKEA U.S. store for a full refund.
Evaporative Cooler Pumps Recalled for Fire Hazard
The motor caps on the cooler pumps are not made with flame-retardant material and an internal electrical failure can ignite the cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the pump immediately and contact Little Giant to receive a replacement cap and instructions free of charge.
Polar and Trailblazer Work Boots Recalled for Injury Hazard
The protective toe cap on the boots may not provide sufficient impact and compression protection. This could result in crushing, bruising, or other injury to the wearer's foot.
Consumers should stop using the boots immediately and contact LaCrosse to receive a store credit toward the purchase of a new pair of boots.
Rainier Mountain Bicycles Recalled for Safety Concern
The front brake mounting tabs can break, causing the brakes to fail and the rider to lose control of the bicycle.
Consumers should contact Giant Bicycle to determine whether their bicycle is included in this recall. Authorized dealers who sold these bicycles will schedule an inspection and free repair.
Electric Pictures (Moveable Waterfall Pictures) Recalled for Fire Hazard
These pictures have inadequate construction, incorrect wiring, and use flammable materials, all of which pose fire and electric shock hazards to consumers.
Consumer should stop using the electrical components to the pictures immediately and return them to Chicago Wholesale & Imports for a refund.
Teng Fei Energy Saving Light Bulbs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The base of the bulb is not flame-retardant, as required in the voluntary standard for this type of bulb. Electrical components in the bulb can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using these light bulbs and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.
AC adapters used with notebook personal computers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The adapters can overheat, posing a risk of fire and electrical shock hazards to consumers.
Consumers with these adapters should immediately contact Dell to determine if they are included in this recall. Not all adapters listed above are being recalled. Dell will send consumers with recalled adapters a free replacement adapter.
Portable oscillating electric fans Recalled for Fire Hazard
The wiring is undersized and the power plug is not polarized, creating fire and shock hazards.
Consumers should stop using these fans immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Runtal Sundance Towel Radiator Recalled for Burn Hazard
The towel rack may overheat and rupture when overloaded with towels, releasing heated fluid, which could result in a burn injury.
Free replacement. Consumers should immediately stop using the heater function with towels loaded on the top rungs. Runtal is replacing all current Sundance units with new units incorporating an improved temperature control and monitoring system, at no cost to the consumer. Sundance is contacting every customer who purchased this product by letter and by phone to arrange for pick-up and replacement.
Ski-Doo® 2004 MX Z (E) 800 HO and GSX LTD (E) 800 HO sn Recalled for Injury Hazard
The starter ring gear may crack, causing fragmentation and debris, which may act as a projectile at high speeds. A projectile could cause serious injury or death.
Owners of affected units will be notified directly. Consumers should contact an authorized Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for repair, free of charge.
Ski-Doo® 2003 Grand Touring 800 SDI SE; Legend 800 SDI Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The throttle lever could become stuck, leading to loss of speed control and possible collision.
Owners of affected units will be notified directly. Consumers should contact an authorized Ski-Doo dealer to schedule an appointment for repair, free of charge.
September 2004
Package Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTAC) Recalled for Fire Hazard
Fire hazard, resulting from this chain of events: filter becomes clogged due to lack of maintenance, severely restricting airflow and resulting in elevated internal temperature; this may cause two safety switches to stop working during the product's expected life; if the blower wheel then stops when the product is operated in the heating mode, a fire hazard can develop.
Free thermal safety limit switch. Commercial and institutional owners will install the replacement switch themselves. Individual homeowners can get a free repair. Contact the Goodman Hotline to receive the free replacement thermal safety switch. Inspect and clean the air conditioner/heat pump filters immediately to remove any imminent hazard. Continue to clean these filters every 30 days in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, which can be found at www.regcen.com/PTAC.
Allez Sport, Allez Elite, Roubaix, and Sequoia Bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The handlebar may loosen and turn unexpectedly, which can cause the rider to lose control and fall.
Consumers should stop using the bicycles with these recalled handlebars and return the recalled handlebars to the place of purchase for replacement handlebars.
Full Speed Ahead (FSA) Scatto bicycle wheel quick relea Recalled for Fall Hazard
An internal part in the lever mechanism can break, reducing clamping effectiveness and rendering the unit inoperable, potentially causing a bicyclist to fall.
Free replacement. Consumers should stop using the quick releases and call Full Speed Ahead toll-free at (877) 743-3372 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or write to Full Speed Ahead, Inc., 12810 NE 178th St #102, Woodinville, WA 98072.
Playkids USA baby walkers Recalled for Fall Hazard
The walkers will 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 if they fall down stairs.
Consumers should stop using the recalled walkers immediately and contact PlayKids to receive a full refund.
TV/VCR carts Recalled for Fall Hazard
The carts can tip over and the television can fall off, posing a risk of serious injury or death if the TV and cart fall on a child.
Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the television and all contents. Turn the cart over and remove the four casters from the bottom of the cart. This will bring the tip-stability of the cart into compliance with the latest industry standards. Contact Sauder Woodworking Co. to receive a free retrofit kit and safe use information. When updated, this cart will be suitable for use with TVs weighing 50 pounds or less. This includes most TVs that are 20 inches or smaller.
Polaris "Sportsman 700 EFI" ATVs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The throttle cable may bind when the handlebars are turned full left or full right, resulting in an increase in engine speed and unintended vehicle acceleration. In addition, the fuel line may rub against the vehicle chassis, resulting in a fuel line leak, which could be a fire hazard.
Free repair. Contact your Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment to inspect, reroute, and replace the throttle cable and the fuel line as necessary. Polaris has notified consumers directly about this recall.
Jaloma pacifiers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The pacifiers are banned under federal law. They failed federal safety tests, come apart, and can pose a choking hazard to infants and small children.
Consumers should immediately take the pacifiers away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
BERTBY Glass-Door Wall Cabinets Recalled for Fall Hazard
Some of these glass-door wall cabinets have the wrong sized screws for the safety bracket, which can result in the cabinet not being properly secured to the wall. The cabinets can fall and injure nearby consumers.
IKEA is offering a free repair kit. Consumers should contact IKEA to determine if their wall cabinet needs this repair.
Director's Chair for Children Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The chair can inadvertently be misassembled, so that the fabric seat can come off the chair's frame and expose metal support rods. If fabric seat comes off the frame, there is a laceration and fall hazard to young children.
Consumers are advised to stop using the chair immediately and contact Delta Enterprise Corp., to receive a free repair kit consisting of new assembly instructions and four straps, which will prevent the fabric seat from coming off.
Some Bombardier 2003 Traxter® MAX; 2004 Traxter, Traxte Recalled for Shock Hazard
Front brake hose can be pulled out of its retaining brackets on either side of the ATV by foreign objects. This can cause the brake hose to wear by rubbing on the inner wheel or shock absorber spring seat, ultimately causing a brake fluid leak, resulting in a complete loss of front braking capacity. This can lead to an increase in the braking distance and possible collision with bystanders, fixed objects, or other vehicles, causing serious injury or death.
Free repair. Call a Bombardier or John Deere dealer to make an appointment to have your ATV repaired free of charge. Stop using your ATV until this repair is performed. All known owners of recalled ATVs have been notified.
"Forte Flyte OS" and "Weyless CF200" Carbon Handlebars Recalled for Injury Hazard
The handlebars can develop cracks that may not be visible, which can cause the handlebar to break without warning, resulting in serious injury or death.
Consumers should stop using the bicycles with these handlebars immediately and return the handlebars to the nearest Performance or Supergo stores for a replacement or refund.
Ebtek Brand Backpack with Stool Recalled for Fall Hazard
The stool could collapse and cause the person using the stool to fall. The stool does not meet the firm's strength requirements.
Known purchasers have received notification of this recall via a recall notice letter. Consumers should stop using the stool and contact Eddie Bauer to arrange for postage paid return. They need only return the stool and may keep the backpack. Consumers will receive a full refund and an additional $20 gift certificate for their next purchase of merchandise from Eddie Bauer stores, catalog or website.
Wild Country-brand Helium carabiners used in rock climb Recalled for Fall Hazard
The carabiner gate may come open under a heavy load, which will significantly reduce the strength of the carabiner. The carabiner could break if the climber falls, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber.
Consumer should call the firm for instructions on returning these carabiners. The firm will reimburse shipping expenses and send the consumer a replacement.
Executive Office Chairs Recalled for Injury Hazard
The legs on the base of the chair can break, posing a risk of injury to the user.
Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately and contact Gruga U.S.A. to receive a free replacement base repair kit.
Reebok "Iverson/Answer" toddler shoes Recalled for Choking Hazard
The I-3 logo-tag on the tongue of the shoe can be peeled off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these shoes away from young children and contact Reebok to receive a refund.
Frozen Carbonate Drink Dispensers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The motor drive can overheat and cause the liquid contents to become hot. If this happens, the dispenser's nozzle can break and expose consumers to the hot liquid, posing a risk of burns.
Owners of the drink dispensers should discontinue use and contact IMI Cornelius. The company will send a customer service representative to repair the product free of charge or provide the owners with a modification and instruction kit.
Arctic Cat Snowmobiles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The red plastic skis used on certain 2004 Firecat and Sabercat snowmobiles could crack or break as a result of off-season exposure to ultraviolet sunlight. Ski failure could lead to loss of control, that could result in severe injury or death.
Free repair at the local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail.
NCR Universal Inkjet Refill Kits Recalled for Safety Concern
The product does not have required child-resistant packaging or required warning labels. The product contains ethylene glycol, posing an ingestion hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately remove the kits out of the reach of young children and return to the store where purchased to receive a refund or a free replacement kit.
Baby Björn Baby Carrier Active Recalled for Fall Hazard
The back support buckle can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
Consumers should stop using the carrier immediately and contact Baby Swede, LLC for instructions on returning the carriers for repair.
"Predator 500" all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) Recalled for Injury Hazard
The front brake lines can crack and leak brake fluid, possibly resulting in loss of braking capability. This could result in severe injury or death.
Consumers should contact their Polaris dealer to schedule an appointment for free inspection and repair.
Eiger "QuadRunner" ATV by Suzuki Recalled for Crash Hazard
Mislocated welds securing the upper front suspension arm mounting brackets to the frame. The mounting bracket could break off during riding, reducing rider control and resulting in loss of control of the ATV. Loss of control could result in a crash and severe personal injury or death.
Free inspection and repair at dealership. Call your Suzuki dealer for an appointment to have your Eiger ATV inspected and, if necessary, repaired.
Super Soaker Monster Rocket Recalled for Injury Hazard
The cap on the water tank can unexpectedly and forcibly project off when it is quickly unscrewed from the tank, posing a risk of impact injuries to users or bystanders. In addition, the rocket's tail can strike a user or bystander on descent, if the rocket is not fully launched, posing a risk of injury.
Consumers should stop using the rockets immediately and contact Hasbro to receive a replacement product of equal value.