CPSC Recalls in 2004
278 recalls found
September 2004
Lexmark, Dell and IBM Laser Printers Recalled for Shock Hazard
These printers can short-circuit, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the laser printer, unplug it, and contact their corresponding laser printer company to register their product to receive a free replacement laser printer.
Oceanic-brand Reliant Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflato Recalled for Safety Concern
Inflator buttons can stick, which can cause uncontrolled inflation of the BC. This could cause divers to ascend too fast, resulting in decompression sickness as well as the danger of an embolism.
Consumers should stop using BCs fitted with the recalled inflators immediately and take them to any authorized Oceanic or AERIS dealer to get a free repair.
AC Power Adapters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The adapters can overheat, cause damage to the circuit board and melt through the housing, which poses a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should unplug the recalled adapters from the wall outlet immediately and contact IBM for a free replacement unit.
Halcyon SCUBA Buoyancy Compensator (BC) Inflators Recalled for Safety Concern
The SCUBA BC bladder can have a slow leak because of imperfections within the machining of the stainless air barrel of their inflators. This can cause unexpected buoyancy problems with divers, possibly resulting in decompression sickness.
Consumers should stop using these BCs immediately and contact Halcyon for information on receiving a free repair.
Leoch Electric Scooters (also known as "Red Dragon" and Recalled for Fire Hazard
Improper wiring can cause a short circuit, posing a fire hazard in the scooter. In addition, inadequate insulation may expose electrical wiring, which poses a shock hazard.
Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Big V Maternity and Nursing Pillows Recalled for Suffocation Hazard
If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Infant pillows and cushions are banned under the Federal law. Infant pillows have a flexible fabric covering, are loosely filled with plastic beads, easily flattened, intended for use by infants under 1 year old, and capable of conforming to the body or face of an infant.
Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund.
Boston Billows Nursing Pillows Recalled for Suffocation Hazard
If infants are placed on these pillows and left unattended, there is a risk of suffocation. Infant pillows and cushions are banned under the Federal law. Infant pillows have a flexible fabric covering, are loosely filled with plastic beads, easily flattened, intended for use by infants under 1 year old, and capable of conforming to the body or face of an infant.
Consumers should stop using these pillows immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund. Update: A December 19, 2008 decision by the Commission to exempt this product has superseded this recall action. As a result, this recall action is no longer in effect.
Lascal "Buggy Board" stroller attachment Recalled for Fall Hazard
The Buggy Board's red connecting pins can break, causing the board to partially detach from the stroller or carriage, posing a fall hazard to the user.
The manufacturer is providing free repair kits to consumers, consisting of orange replacement pins for these Buggy Boards.
August 2004
Astroslide Inflatable Water Slides Recalled for Drowning Hazard
These water slides have an excessive length of rope attached to the safety mat, that presents a risk of entanglement in the water. This poses a drowning hazard to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using these slides and contact Aviva Sports to request a free repair kit. After making the repair, consumers can resume using the product.
SlideCarver Scooter Recalled for Fall Hazard
The front column of the scooter does not meet impact resistance standards. The handlebar column can break if the scooter hits an object, which can cause the rider to fall and suffer injuries.
Consumers should return the SlideCarver scooters to any BMW dealership or contact the firm for information on returning the scooter to receive a refund. Additionally, consumers will receive a $200 gift certificate for BMW lifestyle merchandise.
Freestanding ranges, double ovens, and oven-microwave c Recalled for Shock Hazard
All of the appliances use faulty wiring, which can overheat, melt through the insulation and cause a short circuit. They may pose a shock hazard to consumers, if the appliance is not properly grounded.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product, unplug it by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker, and contact Whirlpool for a free repair.
General Electric, Hotpoint, Kenmore, and Americana bran Recalled for Shock Hazard
The ranges and wall ovens have faulty wiring, which can melt and cause the oven to short circuit. The appliance can then stop working and pose a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the appliances immediately and contact GE to schedule a repair at no charge.
Rechargeable batteries used in 15-inch Apple PowerBook Recalled for Fire Hazard
An internal short can cause the battery cells to overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Apple to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge.
Kid's Essentials Five-Piece Folding Furniture Set Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The red paint on the chair contains excessive lead levels, posing a lead poisoning hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using this red chair immediately and contact the firm for instructions on returning the red chair and receiving a free replacement chair.
Schwinn-brand Toddler Bicycle Helmets Recalled for Safety Concern
The helmets do not comply with impact testing requirements in the Consumer Product Safety Act.
Return the recalled helmet to the store where purchased for a replacement or refund. Consumers also can send the helmet back to the manufacturer.
Nike™ Get-Go and Little Get-Go Children's Athletic Shoe Recalled for Choking Hazard
The 1.5-inch to 1.75-inch rubber tab at the top of the heel can detach from the shoe, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from young children and contact Nike to receive a refund voucher.
Kitchen Krumblers Apple Cinnamon Candle Recalled for Fire Hazard
The dried apples and cinnamon in the candle can ignite, causing a flare up and breaking the glass, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the candle and return it to Country Door for a refund.
"Windsor" dinette chair Recalled for Fall Hazard
The stretch bar, which connects to the chair's legs, can detach during normal use, causing the user to fall and suffer injuries.
Consumers should contact the store where the chairs were purchased to arrange for a pickup of the original chair in exchange for a replacement chair.
Rackmount Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Recalled for Shock Hazard
The UPS outputs were wired incorrectly, creating a reverse polarity configuration and a potential electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the unit and contact Belkin Corp. for a free replacement unit.
Ceiling Fans with Light Recalled for Shock Hazard
These ceiling fans were assembled without the proper wire insulation sleeving, which could result in exposed wiring. Consumers could receive an electrical shock during installation or removal.
Consumers should contact Vaxcel to verify if they have one of the recalled ceiling fans and to receive a free replacement ceiling fan if they do. To avoid the risk of shock while checking or removing a recalled fan, consumers should turn off the power source to the fan. Consumers are encouraged to use a professional electrician. Vaxcel will reimburse consumers up to $75 for charges incurred in removing recalled fans.
"10,000 Lux Light Box" Recalled for Fire Hazard
Overheating around the socket (where the bulb fits into the light box) can result in melted plastic and smoke, posing a possible fire and burn hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled "10,000 Lux Light Box" immediately, unplug it, and return the product to OTT-LITE Technology for a full refund.
Wooden bunk beds: Twin/Twin, Twin/Double, and Loft Bunk Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
These bunk beds have gaps between parts of the upper bunk end structure that violate the federal safety standard, because they pose entrapment or strangulation hazards to children. The spaces exceed that allowed by the federal bunk bed safety standard, which is designed to protect children from entrapment and strangulation.
Stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from the manufacturer to cover up the entrapment hazards. Consumers can install the repair kit easily at home.
Pokémon plush dolls, beanbags, and key chains Recalled for Safety Concern
Tips of sewing needles have been found in the stuffing, posing a puncture hazard.
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact TOMY Company for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy.
Plush Frog Stuffed Animal Recalled for Choking Hazard
The seams in the toy can tear open and expose small plastic pellets, posing a choking or aspiration hazard to young children who mouth the pellets.
Consumers are advised to stop using the toy immediately and contact Determined Productions or stop at a local Kohl's Department Stores to receive a refund or store credit.
Peek-a-Boo Ball Recalled for Choking Hazard
The wooden rings on the holes of the product may crack, allowing the small wooden heads to fall out and pose a choking hazard to young children.
HearthSong will notify all known purchasers by mail regarding a refund and a discount towards the next purchase.
Corningware 4-Quart Slow Cookers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heating element can drop to the bottom of the unit and melt through the plastic outer shell, posing burn and fire hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product. Consumers will receive direct notification from Select Brands about receiving a free replacement base.
Rival Crock-Pot® Slow Cookers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The handles on the base of the slow cookers can break, posing a risk of burns from hot contents spilling onto consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact The Holmes Group to receive instructions on receiving a replacement base.
60-watt B10 Décor Light Bulbs Recalled for Burn Hazard
The glass bulb can separate from its base and break during use. The broken glass can present a laceration injury to consumers, the hot broken bulb can present a burn injury to consumers, and an exposed bulb filament can present a shock hazard if handled while power remains applied to the fixture.
If the bulb is broken, consumers should first unplug the light fixture or turn off the main circuit breaker before attempting to remove the bulb. Cloth or leather gloves should also be worn to prevent cuts or scratches during bulb removal. Remove the light bulbs from any fixture where they are installed and contact OSRAM Sylvania for free replacement bulbs.
Portable electric whole-room heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
A faulty electrical connection can cause the heater to overheat and stop working, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled heaters immediately and contact Vornado to arrange for shipping and a repair, free of charge.
July 2004
Panasonic, Quasar, RCA, and JCPenney Combination TV/VCR Recalled for Fall Hazard
The TV/VCR cabinets can break when lifted by the ventilation holes in the top rear of the cabinet, permitting the TV/VCR to fall and injure hands and feet.
Consumers should contact Panasonic, Quasar, RCA, and JCPenney to receive a free retrofit kit to cover the ventilation holes and prevent lifting from this area.
Eyelash Curlers Recalled for Injury Hazard
The plastic handles can detach and cause consumers to lose their grip, resulting in injuries to the eyes and face.
Consumers should stop using these eyelash curlers immediately and contact The W.E. Bassett Company for a prepaid mailer to return the eyelash curler for a free replacement plus a $5 off coupon towards any TRIM product.
DBX Engage (VT-3), DBX Ravage (FX-2), and Geartec ESPY Recalled for Fall Hazard
The helmets may not meet CPSC safety regulations for helmets, which poses a risk of a rider sustaining a serious head injury if he/she falls from a bicycle.
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioning (PTAC) units Recalled for Fire Hazard
The rotary dial switch on these units can be positioned between the high and low speed fan setting. This can cause the units to overheat and possibly catch fire.
Owners of these units should contact Friedrich Air Conditioning Co. for instructions on receiving a free repair. Until the repair is made, consumers should not use the PTACs in the heating mode.
Pottery Barn Bailey Chenille Rugs Recalled for Burn Hazard
The recalled rugs violate the federal Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries.
Full refund. Consumers should stop using the rugs and contact Classic Concepts to arrange for the rug to be picked up and shipped back to Classic Concepts. Consumers will receive a full refund when the recalled rugs are returned.
Country Clipper Jazee and Jazee One Grass Collection Sy Recalled for Safety Concern
The ends of the blades on these Country Clipper riding mowers can break off and become projectiles, leaving the mower deck at a high rate of speed. The recalled blades can break because "slots" in the blade cause metal fatigue.
Consumers should stop using the Country Clipper Jazee Lawn Mowers with Grass Collection Systems with the recalled blades immediately. Call the Country Clipper dealer to make an appointment for free replacement of the recalled blades.
Pool Pump Water Gun Recalled for Injury Hazard
The cone-shaped nozzle can unexpectedly come off the water gun and be propelled, causing injury.
Consumers should stop using the water guns and return them to a Kmart store for a full refund.
Range Hoods Recalled for Shock Hazard
These range hoods could have the blower motor installed with a screw that might penetrate the motor housing, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should contact the firm to schedule a free in-home repair.
Reebok and NordicTrack Chrome Dumbbells Recalled for Fall Hazard
Because they do not fit together properly, the weights can fall off the handles of these dumbbells and strike the user.
Consumers should examine their dumbbells to make sure the weights on both ends are tightly secured to the handle. If they are loose, contact Jumpking to obtain instructions on how to receive the free repair kit.
Lawn Tractors and Riding Mowers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A safety switch under the seat of these lawn tractors and riding mowers is designed to stop the mower blade turning within 5 seconds of the operator leaving the tractor seat. The recalled mowers' blades can continue to turn longer than 5 seconds after the operator leaves the seat, posing a laceration and amputation hazard.
Consumers should contact the dealership where the lawn tractor or riding mower was purchased to have a free replacement seat safety switch installed.
Sean Conway Fire Pit Spark Screens Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fire pit spark screen can catch fire when it comes into direct contact with a flame, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the spark screens immediately and return them to any Marshall Field's store for a full refund.
Bamboo Torch Recalled for Fire Hazard
The plastic oil canister can melt when the torch is in use, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled torch immediately and return it to a Jo-Ann Store location to receive a refund.
Snow Peak Giga Power White Gas Camping Stove, GS-010 Recalled for Safety Concern
Plastic parts in the pump connected to the camping stove can crack or become dislodged. When exposed to extreme temperature change, the blue plastic shrinks around the aluminum parts and has been observed to crack the outer plastic housing. The air tube on some of the pumps can become unglued and dislodged. Both of these failures can permit gas to leak.
Consumers should return the pump to the store where purchased or to the firm for a free replacement pump. To return the pump to Snow Peak USA, please call customer service for Snow Peak's UPS account number and a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number to add to the outside of the box for quicker turn-around time.
Turbo Tiger Power Washer Recalled for Laceration Hazard
These electric pressure washers do not have a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if the unit comes into contact with water.
Consumers should stop using the electric pressure washers immediately. Tristar will send consumers a portable GFCI that can be attached to the end of the power cord, which will provide consumers with shock protection. If you purchased your pressure washer from a pre-recorded television commercial or www.tvinventions.com and you have not received the portable GFCI, please contact Tristar to receive a GFCI.
Summerville™ Toy Trucks Sets Recalled for Choking Hazard
Components on the trucks could detach, posing a choking and sharp point hazard to young children.
Consumers should return the recalled trucks to Target for a refund.
Wall Plug Ethernet Bridge Recalled for Shock Hazard
The plastic housing on these units can detach, posing a shock hazard.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately. Remove electrical power source to the receptacle and unplug the unit. Contact the company for a free repair kit. The free repair kit, when affixed, will ensure that the plastic housing will not become loose or separated.
Georgia Boot Steel Toe Logger Boots Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The boots may have been mislabeled to indicate that they are resistant to electrical current, which is incorrect. This may result in a serious shock or electrocution to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the boots immediately and return them to the company so they can be re-labeled or provided with a new pair of boots, free of charge.
Elkay hot/cold bottled water coolers Recalled for Fire Hazard
These electric water coolers can overheat and present a fire hazard.
Consumers should unplug the recalled water coolers immediately. Commercial customers who lease or own Elkay hot/cold bottled and point-of-use water coolers also should check their cooler to see if it is recalled and unplug the cooler if it is recalled. Contact Elkay to get information about a free repair of the recalled coolers.
Travel Lite Swing Recalled for Fall Hazard
The swing's carrying handle can fail to stay in place properly and drop or be pushed down, hitting a child in the head. Additionally, the 3-point seatbelt can fail to prevent a child from leaning forward or to either side, posing a risk that the child can fall forward and strike his/her head on the floor or the swing's frame.
Consumers who have a Travel Lite swing with a 3-point seatbelt (waist belt and crotch strap only) or a Travel Lite swing without a red handle release button, should stop using it immediately and contact Graco for a free repair kit.
Arch Swing and Arch Swing Add-A-Bay Recalled for Fall Hazard
The weld between the side arch support and the top rail can fail. If that happens, the swings can collapse, causing children on the swings to fall and be injured by the falling top rail.
The swing set seats should immediately be removed from the swing set until a repair kit is installed. The firm will contact the owner directly by mail and provide a repair kit.
Toy jewelry Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
CPSC has determined that some of this toy jewelry contains dangerous levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning to children. Young children sometimes mouth or swallow items like these, and lead can leach from the jewelry into the child's body. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Consumers should throw away recalled jewelry.