CPSC Recalls in 2005
323 recalls found
December 2005
Battery packs used with Polaroid-brand portable DVD pla Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery can overheat and melt the plastic case while recharging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers can continue using the portable DVD player without the battery, by detaching it from the unit, and plugging in the DC Cord or the AC Power Adapter.
Novara Dirt Rider 20-inch 5-Speed and 6-Speed Bicycles Recalled for Crash Hazard
The alloy frame used for these bicycles can be prone to fatigue failure. Frame failure results in the separation of the fork, head tube, and handlebar away from the rest of the bike, causing a loss of control and crash, and posing a risk of serious injury to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using these bicycles and return them to the nearest REI store for a full refund or credit.
Aspen 3-in-1 Cribs, sold under the Graco Trademark Recalled for Fall Hazard
The screws on the wooden mattress support can come loose, allowing a portion of the mattress to fall, posing a suffocation hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs. Destroy and discard the cribs. The firm is no longer in business. A remedy is no longer available.
Spinning Star Christmas Tree Topper Recalled for Fire Hazard
The tree topper can melt or smoke near the on/off switch, which could pose a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the spinning star tree topper and return it to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Aussie™ Gas Grills Recalled for Burn Hazard
The regulators on these gas grills, the component that controls the amount of gas released to the burner, can leak propane when the propane cylinder is connected and open, and the grill is not in use.
Consumers should immediately stop using the grill and contact Meco for instructions on receiving a replacement regulator assembly.
Legacy Propane Infrared Plaque Heaters Recalled for Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon monoxide hazard. A non-specification gasket around the heating plaques could allow heater carbon monoxide emissions to leak into the area in which the heater is being used.
The firm is no longer in business, and a remedy is no longer available. Consumers should discard or destroy the product.
Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots Recalled for Safety Concern
The plastic boot cuff can crack when flexed open in an unbuckled non-skiing position, causing discomfort on the ankle or shin, making the problem evident prior to skiing and thus unsuitable for use.
Consumers should stop using the ski boots and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement.
Dell Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard
These batteries can overheat, which could pose a fire risk.
Customers should contact Dell to determine if their notebook computer battery is part of this recall. If it is, consumers should immediately stop using the battery as a power source for their notebook computer. Dell will provide a free replacement battery.
Children's Books Recalled for Choking Hazard
If the clear plastic container is removed from the book's back cover or breaks, young children can access the beads in it. This poses a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these recalled activity and board books away from young children and contact the company for a replacement book.
GE Monogram® 36-inch and 48-inch Professional Gas Range Recalled for Fire Hazard
These ranges were manufactured with a design flaw that can cause an electrical arc between the wiring and adjacent gas supply tubes at two locations in the control housing of the range, posing a fire hazard.
Customers who have purchased one of these recalled ranges should contact GE to schedule a free, in-home repair. Until the repair is completed, consumers should stop using the griddle on the 36-inch and 48-inch models, and the left front burner on the 48-inch models. The large oven and all other burners can be used.
Mystery Drawer and Dice Tunnel Magic Party Favors and C Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The magic party favors and the dragon ornament on the shield could break or crack, exposing sharp points that present a possible laceration hazard to children.
Consumers should take the recalled magic party favors and costume shield away from children immediately and contact the company for a refund. Celebrate Express has directly contacted all purchasers of the products by mail.
Honda Model Year 2005 and 2006 TRX400EX ATVs Recalled for Safety Concern
A safety defect could exist in the transmission, that could allow the rider to downshift from 1st gear into reverse, without operating the reverse assist (lockout) lever. The reverse lockout spring may not have been properly installed. Unintended engagement of reverse gear while moving forward could lock the rear wheels and cause the rider to lose control.
Consumers should stop using these recalled ATVs until the repair has been completed. Please call any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment to have your ATV repaired. The dealer will install a kit to prevent the shift problem. Consumers with the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice via U.S. mail.
Little Tree Mini Learning Cubes Recalled for Choking Hazard
Small wooden pegs in the top corners of the toy can come loose, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled learning cube toy away from young children and return it to Target for a $15 giftcard plus applicable state tax.
Bounce Bounce Baby! Door Jumpers Recalled for Fall Hazard
The plastic clamp that attaches the jumper seat to a door frame can break, which can cause the unit and child to fall to the floor. This poses an injury hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Kids II for information on receiving a free replacement.
Plastic Siren Whistle Recalled for Choking Hazard
The recalled plastic siren whistle's internal pieces can detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled plastic siren whistle away from children and discard it. Free replacement whistles can be obtained by visiting any Chuck E. Cheese's or contacting the company.
Kawasaki 2005 model year Brute Force ATVs Recalled for Injury Hazard
Tie rod separation caused by either wear or severe impact can occur during operation, causing the front wheel to separate from the steering control. Separation of the tie rod can cause the rider to lose control of the ATV, resulting in a serious injury or death to the rider.
Consumers with recalled ATVs were sent direct notice from Kawasaki. Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Kawasaki dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair.
Bobby Jack™ pajama set Recalled for Burn Hazard
These pajamas sets fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability of children's sleepwear under the Flammable Fabrics Act. This poses a risk of burn injuries to children.
Consumers should immediately stop wearing these pajama sets and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.
DVD Home Theater System Recalled for Fire Hazard
A problem in the system's circuit board could pose a fire hazard.
Toshiba America Consumer Products LLC directly contacted many of the owners of the affected product. If you have not been contacted, please contact Toshiba. Upon return of the product, the firm will provide a refund of $440.39.
Maxi-Heat™ Electric Oil-Filled Radiator Heater Recalled for Burn Hazard
Welds in the heating fins can break, allowing oil to leak. This poses a burn and fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters and unplug them. Return the recalled heaters to a Home Depot store for a full refund.
Cachito Pacifiers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The nipples can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
November 2005
Children's Metal Necklaces and Zipper Pulls Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The recalled metal jewelry contains high levels of accessible lead in the metal and/or the paint, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead is toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should immediately take this metal jewelry away from children and contact Stravina for more information at www.stravina.com
S90 ES Synthesizer Recalled for Safety Concern
Unit could emit loud "white noise" when turned off and turned on again under high temperature conditions, which could possibly damage a consumer's hearing.
Yamaha will contact each customer to arrange for a repair or replacement at no cost to the customer.
Porter-Cable® 7¼-inch MAG-Saw™ Circular Saws Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The lower guard on these saws could stick in the open position, posing a risk of severe lacerations to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Porter-Cable for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary.
VisionMount model VMSA swing-arm television wall-mounti Recalled for Fall Hazard
An undersized shaft within the wall mounting unit can cause the product's main support component to loosen. As a result, the unit and the television it is supporting can fall from the wall, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Consumers should contact Sanus Systems immediately to request a free safety bracket and instructions on how to install the safety device.
Ceramic Teapots Recalled for Burn Hazard
The teapots are labeled safe for microwave use, but the handles can become hot in the microwave oven. This poses a possible burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the teapots and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the product for a full refund and a $5 Starbucks gift card.
Multi-Purpose, Step-to-Straight, Combination, Manhole a Recalled for Fall Hazard
Rungs on the ladders could break near the side rail, causing the user to fall.
Consumers should stop using the ladder immediately and contact Louisville Ladder for instructions on receiving a free inspection and replacement ladder, if necessary.
Lov's "Europa" Natural Color Cribs Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The crib's paint contains high levels of lead. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Consumers should stop using the recalled crib immediately and return it to the retailer where purchased for a credit or refund.
Viking Chubbies Toy Cars Recalled for Choking Hazard
The heads on the figures sold with the cars can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should contact International Playthings for information on returning the product for a free replacement item of similar value.
Oscillating Electric Tower Fan Recalled for Fire Hazard
Internal electrical arcing in the fan can cause a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the tower fan and call Haier for instructions on how to obtain a $30 coupon redeemable for the purchase from Haier of any available product. Consumers who previously received a $10 mail-in rebate will get a $20 coupon.
Flexitoys Monster-Size Vehicles Recalled for Choking Hazard
Small parts can detach, which poses a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should contact International Playthings for information on how to return the product to receive a free replacement item of similar value.
10-in-1 Activity Trunks by Kid Connection Recalled for Choking Hazard
Some of the toys in these trunks contain small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these toys away from young children and return the product to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Hooded Sweatshirt with Drawstring Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Consumers should remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. In addition, J.C. Penney will also notify all known purchasers by mail to remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt.
Vapor-Eze Waterless Vaporizer and Vapor-Eze Aromatherap Recalled for Fire Hazard
A defective internal heater in the recalled vaporizers and diffusers can cause sparking and emit flames while in use. This poses a fire, burn and shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled waterless vaporizer and aromatherapy diffuser immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Mountain Buggy Urban Single, Urban Double and Breeze St Recalled for Injury Hazard
The handlebar can crack or break, causing the handlebar to detach while in use, posing a risk of injury to young children.
Contact Sycamore Kids to find an authorized repair center, to receive a free replacement handlebar ratchet.
Weller® Brand Heating Element Recalled for Burn Hazard
The housing of the heating element can unexpectedly leak hot metal, posing a serious risk of a burn injury to the user.
Consumers should stop using these soldering irons immediately and return the heating element to the store where purchased for a free replacement or refund.
Glass votive candle holders included with Old Taylor Es Recalled for Safety Concern
These votive glass candle holders can break unexpectedly during use.
Southern Living At Home will notify consumers who purchased the recalled glass votive candle holders directly and will ship free replacement glass votive candle holders.
Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700XK5 King Quad ATVs Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Use of an improper tie rod adjustment procedure during assembly could lead to separation of the tie rod end housing from the attachment shaft. This could cause the rider to lose control of the ATV and result in injury or death.
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.
Immersion Heaters Recalled for Shock Hazard
Moisture in the heating element could cause corrosion over time, presenting a shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact World Kitchen for a refund.
Makita 7-inch Angle Grinders Recalled for Injury Hazard
The guards on some of these angle grinders will not fully cover a hubbed grinding wheel. As a result, if the hubbed grinding wheel comes apart during use, it could hit the user, possibly causing serious personal injury.
Consumers with these angle grinders should stop using them with a hubbed grinding wheel immediately and contact Makita to arrange for a replacement of their guard, free of charge. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Gas Ball Shut-Off Valves Recalled for Fire Hazard
Gas can leak from these valves, posing a risk of fires and explosions.
Watts Water Technologies is providing a free replacement. Almost all valves have been recovered.
DesignWare® 4 Fairy Wands Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The fairy wand party favors can break apart, exposing sharp wires that pose a laceration hazard to children.
Consumers should take the recalled wands away from young children immediately. Contact the firm for a coupon redeemable wherever American Greetings products are sold.
Kawasaki Hedge Trimmer Recalled for Laceration Hazard
On some units, the engine mount springs between the gear case and handle/frame could separate from their receptacle in the frame during heavy operation. Continued use could cause the engine and blades to swing free of the frame and hit the user, possibly causing lacerations.
Consumers can contact the nearest Kawasaki Power Product dealer to receive the necessary repairs, free of charge.
Perfect Air Ultra™ Air Purifiers Recalled for Fire Hazard
An overheating capacitor in these air purifiers can cause arcing in a connecting wire, which poses the risk of fire.
Consumers should stop using the air purifiers immediately and contact Thane for instructions on how to return them and receive a coupon for credit toward other Thane products.
Home® Brand Tea Light Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The recalled candles can burn with a high flame and melt the plastic holders. This poses a fire hazard and a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the tea light candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target GiftCard worth the value of the returned candle plus applicable state tax.
Spooky Tree Tea-Light Holder Recalled for Fire Hazard
The recalled candleholders could allow tea lights to have a high flame. This poses a fire hazard and risk of burn injuries to consumers. This product was previously recalled by Pottery Barn on October 16, 2002.
Consumers should stop using the candleholders immediately and return them to the Pottery Barn Outlet store for a refund or exchange.
Nikon Rechargeable Battery Packs with Model Number EN-E Recalled for Burn Hazard
These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and possibly melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers with battery backs with model number EN-EL3 should contact Nikon's Web site to determine if it is included in the recall. If so, they should stop using it immediately. Nikon will provide a free replacement battery pack.
Yamaha Bruin 250, Bruin 350 4WD and 2WD, Big Bear 400, Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The protective boots covering the steering system's tie-rod ends (universal joints) on the recalled ATVs could be pinched during installation or adjustment, cutting a hole in the rubber. If this occurs, grease could escape, and contaminants, such as sand or mud, could get into the assembly through the hole, causing accelerated wear. This could result in abnormal steering free play. If the ATV continues to be operated without repair, the ball and socket portion of the tie-rod end could wear to the point that they separate, resulting in loss of steering control, which could cause a vehicle crash with injury or death.
Free repair. Registered owners of the affected units were notified directly by mail sent on October 14, 2005. Consumers should stop using their ATV immediately and contact an authorized Yamaha dealer to schedule an appointment for repair.
Pillar Candles With Jewels Recalled for Fire Hazard
The paint coating on the outside of the candle can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target GiftCard worth the value of the returned candle.
October 2005
Battery-Powered Ride-On Vehicles Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electronic malfunction can occur in the ride-on vehicle's circuit board and/or battery connector, resulting in smoking and melting of components. This poses a vehicle fire hazard and a burn hazard to consumers, if components are touched while malfunctioning.
Consumers should take the recalled ride-on vehicles away from children immediately and contact the company for a free repair.
Picasso Two-Bike Folding Rack Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bike racks do not have sufficient hardware to support its weight on the wall. This can cause the bike rack to unexpectedly fall, hitting a nearby consumer.
Consumers should contact Delta Cycle immediately to receive additional hardware and installation instructions.