CPSC Recalls in 2004
278 recalls found
May 2004
Piano Bench Recalled for Safety Concern
The screws and bracket assemblies attaching the legs to the bench can weaken and detach, causing the bench seat to collapse during normal use.
Consumers should stop using the benches immediately and contact Casio for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund plus an incentive payment. Consumers who purchased a Casio Eighty Eight key digital piano, model AP31 from Costco Wholesale Corporation should return only the bench to their local Costco retailer. Consumers who purchased a Casio Eighty Eight key digital piano, model AP31 or PX100 from Sam's Club will receive a box, instructions, and a return label to return the bench back to Casio. Do not return benches to Sam's Clubs. Consumers who purchased the keyboard and bench together will receive $125 toward the purchase of a replacement bench and consumers who purchased a bench separately will receive a full refund of the purchase price plus a $25 incentive payment.
Modular Test Leads used for Electrical Testing Multimet Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The leads, which are used to connect probes to handheld digital multimeters when testing for the presence and amount of voltage present in electrical circuitry, can result in incorrect multimeter readings. This poses a serious shock or electrocution hazard, if the consumer touches live wires that the meter has read as having no electrical current.
Consumers should stop using the recalled modular test leads immediately and contact Fluke for information on getting free replacement components.
April 2004
ProSweep Rechargeable Cordless Sweeper Recalled for Fire Hazard
The sweeper can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the sweeper immediately. A replacement sweeper will be offered free of charge by L&N through QVC. Consumers will receive direct notification from QVC about the recall.
TrojanUVMax® Water Disinfection System Recalled for Fire Hazard
Some of the lamp pins used in these disinfection systems are improperly soldered, and can cause the units to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Contact Trojan Technologies to arrange a free lamp repair or replacement.
LP and Convertible Gas Water Heater Temperature Control Recalled for Fire Hazard
The gas water heater controls can gradually open instead of snapping open to full flow, which can cause soot to build up on the water heater burner, presenting a fire hazard.
Contact White-Rodgers to arrange for a qualified service technician to replace the recalled control, free of charge.
Majestic Vermont Castings fireplace remote receivers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The circuit board can overheat and catch fire, posing a burn and fire hazard.
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Ashley "Trails End," "Cottage Retreat," and "Stages" bu Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
There are gaps between parts of the bunk bed that violate federal safety standards and can be entrapment or strangulation hazards to children. For model B383, the gap between the end rails on the upper bunk is too large. For models B213 and B233, the gap between the guardrails of the upper bunk can be widened with pressure, presenting an entrapment hazard. Federal standards for bunk beds are designed to protect children against entrapment and strangulation.
Stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from the retailer to cover and close the entrapment gaps. Consumers can install the repair kit easily at home.
Hamilton Beach Cappuccino Plus Espresso and Cappuccino Recalled for Injury Hazard
The steam tube inside the espresso/cappuccino maker can burst under pressure, presenting a risk of injury to consumers. This can occur if the frothing nozzle becomes clogged and the espresso button is pushed while attempting to froth milk.
Hamilton Beach will ship free replacement espresso/cappuccino makers to consumers.
Electric hand-held hair dryers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water. In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" positions.
Stop using these hair dryers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a replacement unit that has an immersion protection device.
Vinyl Mirror Books Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The mirror in the books can crack or break, posing a laceration hazard to young children.
Parents should take the product away from small children immediately and detach and mail the mirror page of the product to Kids II at 1015 Windward Ridge Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30005 for a refund.
"Trane" and "American Standard" brand accessory electri Recalled for Fire Hazard
Overheating of the wiring in the accessory heater can lead to wall thermostat fires.
Consumers who have not yet been contacted by independent dealers should immediately contact their installer to determine if they have a recalled unit. Consumers may arrange for a free inspection and repair through their installer.
Gasoline-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The muffler's retaining bolts can allow the muffler to come loose from the engine while the hedge trimmer is in operation. A loose muffler can contact and damage the fuel tank, creating a fire hazard.
Stop using these hedge trimmers and return them to an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have the muffler bolts replaced, free of charge.
Tonka ride-on toy trucks Recalled for Choking Hazard
The screw and nut assembly, attaching the steering wheel, can come loose, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children.
Consumers should take these recalled ride-on toy vehicles away from young children immediately and contact Tek Nek Toys for free replacement parts.
"BATMAN™ BATMOBILE™" Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The rear tail wings of the Batmobile are made of rigid plastic and come to a point, which poses a potential puncture or laceration hazard to young children.
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving free replacement wings. Mattel is providing free repair kits containing two replacement wings without pointed ends that snap onto the toy vehicle. The repair can be done quickly and easily at home; instructions will be provided.
Radio-control toy trucks Recalled for Fire Hazard
A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions on returning the product for a free circuit board replacement.
Bunk Beds Recalled for Safety Concern
A metal "j" hook on the guardrails can become dislodged, allowing the guardrail to slide or move out of position. This can allow the guardrail to detach from the bunk bed or allow the occupant to roll off the top bunk.
Consumers should stop using the top bunk if a "j" hook has become dislodged. Ethan Allen is directly notifying consumers who purchased these bunk beds about the recall and is providing free repair kits. Guardrails will be shipped to consumers with these recalled bunk beds on or about May 20, 2004.
John Deere Compact Utility Tractors Recalled for Safety Concern
Some of the steel bolts used to secure Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) to the tractor's real axle can shear off, decreasing the strength of the ROPS and its ability to protect the operator, in the event of a roll-over incident.
The company is directly notifying purchasers. Consumers should stop using their tractors immediately and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.
Water Bottles Recalled for Choking Hazard
The pull-up black plastic drinking spout can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Return the water bottle to any H&M store for a free $5 coupon towards another H&M purchase.
TV/VCR Carts Recalled for Fall Hazard
The carts can tip over and injure or kill children and adults when the cart and the television fall.
Consumers should stop using the TV/VCR carts immediately and do the following: Remove the television and all the contents from these carts. Turn the cart over and remove the four casters from the bottom of the cart. This will improve the stability of the carts. Contact Sauder Woodworking Co. to receive a free repair kit that will further reduce the potential for the cart and television to tip. Do not use the cart until the repair kit has been installed.
Air Hockey Tables Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The blower motor, located under the table, has an opening large enough for a child's finger, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should stop using the product and contact Dynamo for instructions on receiving a free repair kit.
Mongoose aluminum 20-inch-wheel "D-XR AL" mountain bicy Recalled for Shock Hazard
The rear shock absorber allows the aluminum dual-suspension frame to flex severely, causing the frame to become unstable and break, posing the risk of injury to riders.
Consumers should stop using these bicycles immediately and call Pacific Cycle Inc. to receive a free replacement rear shock and instructions.
March 2004
My Easter Basket Book Recalled for Choking Hazard
A sponge "touch-and-feel" item inside the book can detach, or small pieces can be torn away, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately, and return the books to Kingfisher Publications PLC, Customer Service, 181 Ballardvale St., Wilmington, MA 01887 for a refund and postage reimbursement.
Snail Push Toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The screw securing the toy handle to the push toy could detach, posing a choking hazard.
Consumers should take the push toy away from small children immediately and return it to Babies "R" Us for a full refund.
High Intensity Discharge (HID) light fixtures with acry Recalled for Fall Hazard
A component in the light fixture can leak fluid, which can degrade the acrylic lenses and reflectors, causing them to crack and fall. Falling pieces of acrylic can injure someone below the fixture.
Building owners and managers with recalled fixtures should contact Lithonia to verify that the fixtures are included in the recall and arrange for a replacement of the fixture or faulty component. Lithonia and their distributors are directly notifying customers who purchased the recalled fixtures.
Window air conditioners with electric heat Recalled for Fire Hazard
If the outside fan blade becomes blocked, when operating in the heating mode, this unit could present a fire hazard.
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.
Isabella model cribs Recalled for Fall Hazard
An incorrect screw (used to attach the movable gate) was provided for the assembly of some of these cribs. The crib cannot be assembled using this screw. However, if consumers have substituted their own screw, it may not properly hold the movable gate in place. The result is a potential risk that a child could fall from the crib or become entrapped between the gate and the mattress.
The firm is no longer in business. The remedy is not available. Discard the recalled crib.
Murray lawn tractors with remote-mounted fuel tank Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank can develop cracks, allowing fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using this product immediately and discard or destroy it. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
Murray lawn mowers, lawn tractors, and garden tractors Recalled for Safety Concern
Plastic components on these lawn mowers and lawn tractors can crack, if they are struck by an object thrown from the blade. Objects can be ejected from the mower unexpectedly and could hit nearby consumers.
Consumers should stop using this product immediately and discard or destroy it. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
"Real Essence" votive candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
These votive candles can burn with a high flame or irregular flame posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these recalled votive candles immediately and return them to any Bath & Body Works or The White Barn Candle Company store for a merchandise credit, merchandise exchange, or a full cash refund.
Timex Outdoor Appliance Timers Recalled for Shock Hazard
The Timex timers have reverse polarity in the wiring, which allows current to flow to the attached appliance when the timer is turned off. Consumers can receive an electric shock.
Consumers should contact Salton to receive a prepaid shipping label, to returnn the recalled timer. Salton will send the consumer a replacement timer.
"Poof" Chairs and Table Set Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A metal rod can protrude through the fabric and its sharp edges could cause scratches or cuts.
Consumers should take the product away from children immediately and return the chairs and table to the retailer for a full refund.
Sun-Sational Electric Heater Recalled for Shock Hazard
Electrical connections inside of the heater can become loose. This could cause the metal portion of the heater to become energized, posing a serious shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, unplug, disable and discard them. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
Alabaster Wall Sconce Lights Recalled for Fire Hazard
The tie-downs, which secure the electrical wires to the mounting bracket, may come loose, causing the wire to touch the bulb and pose a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should contact Brass Light Gallery for instructions on receiving a free repair kit.
Encore! Home Entertainment Wall Units Recalled for Fire Hazard
The control box for the touch dimmer lighting mechanism can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should unplug the light fixtures from the outlet immediately and contact APA Marketing or the store where the wall unit was purchased, for a free repair.
Char-Broil® Gas Grills, to replace temperature gauges Recalled for Injury Hazard
If moisture gets inside the temperature gauge, the glass cover on the gauge can break, posing a risk of injury to people nearby.
Contact Char-Broil to receive a free replacement temperature gauge. Consumers should not use the grill until the replacement gauge has been installed.
Heavy Duty Portable Industrial Cord Reel Recalled for Fire Hazard
Electric shock or fire possible because the internal grounding conductor may not be properly secured to the receptacle.
Stop using the cord and reel immediately. Consumers should call Harbor Freight Tools to obtain a refund. Harbor Freight Tools is contacting owners of affected cord reels by direct mail, where the name is known to the firm.
Electric hand-held hair dryers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water. In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" positions.
Stop using these hair dryers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a refund or replacement.
Electric hand-held hair dryers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water. In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the "on" and "off" positions.
Stop using these hair dryers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a free replacement unit.
Steam Buggy Deluxe Recalled for Burn Hazard
Hot water and steam can escape from the steam cleaner's handle and inner hose, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers who experience a burst hose should stop using the steam cleaner and contact Tristar for information on how to return the product for a replacement or refund.
Fire Engine Pull-Along Toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
Small parts can detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to small children.
Consumers should take the product away from small children immediately and discard or destroy it. The firm is out of business, and a remedy is no longer available.
Space Heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The power cord connection can overheat and cause the cord to separate from the space heater. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard.
Consumers should stop using the heaters, unplug them and contact Lasko Products for instructions on returning the heater to receive a free replacement heater or a product of similar value.
Children's Rings Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The rings contain high levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning to young children.
Consumers should throw the ring away or contact the company for more information.
Wagner cordless drill charger base Recalled for Burn Hazard
A defective battery can cause the charger base to overheat, causing the base to melt and possibly burn nearby objects.
Stop using the charger base and contact Wagner Spray Tech for information on receiving a replacement charger base.
February 2004
Tree-shaped candleholders Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candleholders can tip over, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the candleholders immediately and return them to the firm for a full refund. Consumers were sent letters by mail with a pre-paid label for return of item.
"Wooden Music Radio" boxes Recalled for Choking Hazard
A wooden turning knob and antenna top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children and exposing a sharp point.
Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or free replacement toy.
ADEMCO Rapid/Dome security camera Recalled for Fall Hazard
The security camera's plastic mounting assembly can crack, allowing the dome and the camera to fall from the wall or ceiling, possibly injuring someone.
Contact Honeywell Video Systems to arrange for free repair of the security camera's mounting assembly.
Nibo Space 5 and Nibo Space 19 Novelty Lighters Recalled for Fire Hazard
These novelty lighters were imported without first being tested to show compliance with CPSC requirements that the lighters be child-resistant. They pose fire and burn hazards to young children.
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately. Consumers should dispose of the lighter in a manner that is in compliance with any state or local requirements. The lighters should not be incinerated or punctured. Consumers can obtain a gift certificate for $19.95, if purchased or $5.00, if received as a gift by mailing a copy of the signed Disposal Notification Form to Quality Fresh. Consumers should send correspondence to: QFC-Nibo Recall, 1241 Chicago Road, Troy, MI 48083.
Legacy Cribs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The slats on the drop side rail can loosen and detach. When this happens, the space created by the gaps can allow a baby to become entangled, strangle or fall.
Consumers should stop using the cribs and contact Child Craft to receive a replacement drop side rail.
Bakers & Chefs®, Members Mark®, and Kenmore models Gas Recalled for Injury Hazard
If moisture gets inside the temperature gauge, the glass cover on the gauge can break, posing a risk of injury to people nearby.
Owners of the recalled grills will receive a free repair kit or replacement temperature gauge directly from the company. The repair kit will consist of a "Glass-Gard" protective film and instructions on how to place the film on the glass covering of the gauge. Testing confirms that the glass does not explode when the Glass-Gard is in place. Consumers should not use the grill until the Glass-Gard has been installed in accordance with the instructions.
"Webster" Activity Spider Toy Recalled for Choking Hazard
The round stuffed feet on the spider can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Return the toy to Mary Meyer Corp., to receive a replacement product of equal value.