CPSC Recalls in 2005
323 recalls found
June 2005
Birch and Bark Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The birch and bark surrounding the candles can ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Consumers should return the candles to the nearest Target store to receive a gift card from Target in the amount of $15, plus applicable state taxes.
Polaris Model Year 2004.5 Sportsman 500, Model Year 200 Recalled for Fire Hazard
Some 2004.5 and 2005 Model Year Sportsman, Scrambler 500 ATVs, Trail Boss and Magnum 330 ATVs were assembled with possibly defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM), which may fail and overheat. If this were to occur, excessive heat could cause a fire, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Free repair. Contact your Polaris ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for ECM replacement. Polaris has notified registered affected consumers directly about this recall.
Spinning Water Teethers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The plastic spinner in the center of the teether can break, causing small beads to fall out. This poses a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should take these teethers away from young children and return the item to Prestige Toy Corp. for a full refund.
Hi-Capacity® rechargeable notebook computer batteries 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 Battery-Biz® to arrange for a replacement battery, free of charge. After removing the recalled battery for their notebook computer, consumers can continue to use it with the AC power adapter until a replacement battery arrives.
Bat Out of Hell and Powder House fireworks Recalled for Fire Hazard
These fireworks devices could unexpectedly tip over during use, posing a serious injury hazard to consumers.
Return the recalled fireworks to the store where purchased for a full refund or contact American Promotional Events for instructions.
DeWalt Model D55143 Three-Gallon Hand-Carry Oil-Free Ai Recalled for Shock Hazard
Due to a wiring insulation defect, the unit may pose a possible shock hazard.
Consumers should stop using the compressors immediately and contact DeWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection or repair, if necessary.
Li-Polymer battery pack sold with Bluetooth™ Global Pos Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery can overheat, expand, and possibly rupture, creating an explosion or fire hazard.
Consumers stop using the GPS product immediately and contact Belkin for information on receiving a free replacement battery.
Ameristep Hang-on Treestands Recalled for Fall Hazard
The treestand's bracket can bend if not secured properly by a chain and if weight is applied. This can cause the chain to disengage from the stand, the stand to separate from the tree and the user to fall and suffer serious injuries.
Consumers should stop using the treestand immediately and contact Ameristep Customer Service or any of the retailers to receive information on properly setting up the unit.
Yerf-Dog Go-Karts Recalled for Safety Concern
The suspension assembly can crack, causing the rider to lose control of the go-kart.
The company is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Please do not use the recalled go-cart if it has not been repaired.
Serenity Votive Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candles' wax can catch fire, causing a high flame. This can cause nearby combustibles to catch fire and result in burns to consumers.
Consumers should return these candles to the place of purchase to receive a refund.
2005 Nashbar Lil' Shadow Tandem Trailer Recalled for Injury Hazard
The bicycle trailers can become unstable when changing directions, due to incorrectly assembled hitch mechanisms, posing a risk of injury to the riders.
Consumers should stop using the bicycle trailers immediately and contact Nashbar for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund, plus a $20 gift certificate toward your next purchase.
Children's Fishing Kits Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The paint on the rods of these fishing poles contains lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should stop using the recalled fishing poles and contact Shakespeare Fishing Tackle for information on receiving a free replacement fishing kit.
Bright Starts Jammin' Jumpers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A cap on the wire supports inside the soft gym's upright arms can detach, allowing the wire to poke through the fabric. This poses a laceration and puncture hazard to babies.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and disable the jumper by cutting a one-inch portion of the yellow strap just below the clamp. To receive a free replacement product, consumers should cut out the white warning label from the canvas seat and mail the label and the one-inch portion of the yellow strap to Kids II at 555 North Point Center East, Suite 600, Alpharetta, GA 30022.
Baby Connection Fun Frog Soft Gym Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A cap on the wire supports inside the soft gym's upright arms can detach, allowing the wire to poke through the fabric. This poses a laceration and puncture hazard to babies.
Consumers should return the recalled soft gyms to their nearest Wal-Mart store to receive a refund.
Razor™ Electric Scooters Recalled for Fall Hazard
A weld can break, causing the handlebar to detach from the scooter. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the scooter.
Consumers should stop using the scooters immediately and contact Razor to arrange a free repair. The recall repair also will include a new battery charger to address a risk of overheating that is being announced as a separate recall today.
Fisher-Price® Power Wheels® Lightning PAC Scooters and Recalled for Injury Hazard
If tires are over-inflated, the plastic rim within the wheel can break, causing the tire to rupture. This poses the risk of facial and hand injuries while inflating the tire.
Consumers should take the recalled scooters and mini bikes away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive new warning labels and a free tire gauge to provide assistance during inflation. To prevent over-inflation, Fisher-Price recommends using a manual pump to inflate the tires.
PowMax™ battery chargers sold with certain Razor™ batte Recalled for Burn Hazard
The battery charger can overheat and cause minor burns when touched. Also, nearby items can become damaged by the hot chargers.
Consumers should stop using the battery charger and contact Razor for a free replacement. Razor model E300, E300S, E200, and E200S scooters will be repaired as part of another recall announced today.
Jøtul Gas-Fired Stoves Recalled for Burn Hazard
Movement or misplacement of the stove's burner can allow propane gas to settle in the heater, resulting in delayed ignition. The delayed ignition could shatter the door glass and pose a laceration hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using their LP fueled stoves immediately, shut off the gas supply and contact their Jøtul dealers to make arrangements for a free repair. Consumers with recalled units are being personally contacted by dealers who sold the products. Consumers who think that they have recalled units and who have not yet been contacted, should call their dealer for information.
H.E.B. vitamins with iron Recalled for Injury Hazard
The vitamins contain iron, but do not have child-resistant packaging, as required by federal law, which could cause serious injury or death, if ingested by a child.
Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of children and return it to the nearest H.E.B. retail store for a refund or replacement.
Fire Stick Multi-Purpose Lighters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lighters fail to meet federal safety standards because they lack child-resistant mechanisms. If young children gain access to these multi-purpose lighters, they can pose a fire hazard or burn risk.
Consumers should stop using these lighters immediately and return them to their place of purchase for a full refund.
Bunn® home coffeemakers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The coffeemaker's plastic pour-in bowl and lid can melt or ignite due to an electrical failure, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should unplug the coffeemaker and allow it to cool (for at least three hours) before checking to see if they have one of the recalled units. Consumers can contact the firm to obtain a free repair or purchase a new unit at a discount.
Portable DVD player battery packs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery can overheat and explode while recharging, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.
The company is out of business and a remedy is no longer available. Please discard the battery pack appropriately. The product may still be used on AC power.
Shindaiwa Gas-Powered Professional Hedge Trimmers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heat from the hedge trimmer's muffler can damage the fuel tank, cause a fuel leak and create a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and contact an authorized Shindaiwa dealer to have a new fuel tank and heat shield assembly installed free of charge.
Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, allowing hot contents to be expelled and causing a scald or burn injury to individuals in the immediate area.
Consumers should stop using these cookers. HSN will provide a refund of the purchase price.
DeWALT Framing Nailers Recalled for Injury Hazard
The contact trip on some of the nailers could malfunction and cause a nail to eject unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the nailers immediately and contact DeWALT for the location of the nearest service center, to receive a free inspection and repair.
Redpoint™ and Auto-Belay Descenders Recalled for Safety Concern
This product, which assists wall climbers during descent, has a faulty bearing that can cause the brakes to fail. When this occurs, wall climbers risk rapid descent, with no braking capability.
Consumers should stop using the descenders immediately and contact MSA to schedule a free repair of the product.
Cheftech Signature Series Grill Model#CT001 Recalled for Fire Hazard
Advanced Catalyst Systems independently discovered that sustained strong winds blowing into the back scoop of the hood can force hot exhaust through the control panel and could cause it to overheat. If the front panel overheats, it can compromise the integrity of the gas valve assembly, which could cause a fire.
Stop using the grill and immediately contact Advanced Catalyst Systems, LLC to arrange to receive a free, consumer-installed safety retrofit kit. ACS has already notified known purchasers about this safety alert. All grills associated with this recall have been corrected.
KitchenAid® Coffeemakers Recalled for Fire Hazard
An internal electrical component of the coffeemaker can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should unplug and stop using the coffeemakers immediately and inform all users of the coffeemakers not to use it due to the risk of fire. Consumers should contact KitchenAid® to verify their product is affected and to arrange for a reimbursement for the purchase of another coffeemaker or for a product exchange of another KitchenAid® product. Consumers should not return the coffeemaker to the retailer where it was purchased.
GVP™ Ceramic Hair Straightening Iron Recalled for Burn Hazard
The heated ceramic plates on these irons can loosen and detach during use, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these irons immediately and return them to any Sally Beauty Supply store for a full refund or exchange for a different straightening iron.
May 2005
AC power adapters sold with Go!Data 3.5-inch Hard Drive Recalled for Fire Hazard
A component inside the adapters can overheat, posing a risk of fire or electrical shock.
Consumers should unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and stop using the product immediately. Contact Cables To Go for information on receiving a free replacement unit.
25- and 50-Pair Plenum Category 5 and 5e CMP Network Ca Recalled for Fire Hazard
The recalled cables do not meet the fire resistance standards for cable used in plenum applications. Plenum is the space typically used for air circulation in heating and air conditioning systems. If the cables were exposed to a fire source, smoke or fire could spread more quickly than permitted by the standard for this type of cable.
Cables installed in a plenum application will be removed and replaced. Users should contact HCM to coordinate this work among HCM, the property owner and an installer. Because these products were constructed in compliance with HCM's new listing with UL for CMR (riser) cables, they may remain in place if they have already been installed in riser applications. HCM is directly notifying known purchasers about this recall. The 25-pair version of the recalled cable also was manufactured by HCM under a private label arrangement for Superior Essex Inc. Superior Essex has already contacted all affected customers who purchased this cable.
ITECH Profile 2100, 1100 and 8.0 hockey goalie masks an Recalled for Injury Hazard
The metal wire on these products could break at or near a weld point, exposing a hockey goalie to facial injuries.
Consumers should stop using the masks and replacement wires immediately and return them to the company for a free replacement unit.
Home Interiors Fundraising Candle Tin Series Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candle flames could flare up out of the tin container during use, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately. Consumers with the recalled candles should go to the firm's Web site at www.homeinteriors.com and click on the candle tin recall for instructions on how to return the candle tins free of charge. Consumers without Internet access can call the firm directly at the toll-free number listed below. Information will be available as of Friday, May 27, 2005 via the Home Interiors' website and the toll-free number. For every candle tin returned, consumers will receive a replacement Home Interiors Candle Tin of the same fragrance and also one of Home Interiors' fragranced body care products.
Children's Folding Chairs Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The chair's safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and fingertip amputations to children's fingers.
Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately and discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
Rechargeable batteries for iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 co 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. After removing the recalled battery from their iBook or PowerBook, consumers should plug in the AC adapter to power the computer until a replacement battery arrives.
Carter Brothers Fun-Kart (Go-Kart) Recalled for Safety Concern
A wheel could separate from the go-kart, posing a roll-over hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled Fun-Karts immediately. Registered owners of the vehicles will be notified directly by Carter Brothers about the recall. Consumers can call or visit their local Carter Brothers Dealer to schedule a free repair.
Polaris Snowmobiles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank filler neck may develop a crack at the base where the filler neck meets the fuel tank assembly. This may cause the neck to separate from the fuel tank assembly and allow fuel to escape from the tank, potentially creating a fire hazard.
Free repair. Contact your Polaris snowmobile dealer to schedule an appointment for the fuel neck reinforcement kit installation. If your Polaris dealership finds the filler neck cracked, your dealership has been instructed to replace the complete fuel tank assembly. Polaris has notified registered affected consumers directly about this recall.
Superfuel Liquid Fuel Recalled for Fire Hazard
A manufacturing defect in the can's seam and an insufficiently applied fuel cap can cause the can to leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
(1) Consumers should immediately check their stove fuel cans for leaks. If the can is leaking, consumers should move it to a location where there are no ignition sources and then transfer the fuel to an approved fuel container. (2) Consumers should contact Cascade Designs Inc. to receive a replacement fuel container and funnel.
BOSCH Circular Saws Recalled for Injury Hazard
The lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation.
Consumer should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Robert Bosch Tool Corp. to receive a repair kit. The kit includes hardware and instructions for installation.
American Impressions and New Country Rectangular Dining Recalled for Safety Concern
These dining room tables can be missing sufficient stability blocks. That could result in the table collapsing.
Consumers should stop using the dining table and inspect the underside of the table. Consumers who purchased a recalled table are asked to contact the Ethan Allen Recall Center. Ethan Allen will schedule a service appointment and take corrective action.
Kydex Belt Holsters for Glock model handguns Recalled for Injury Hazard
The holster's retention strap can move out of position and could cause a handgun to unexpectedly discharge while being reholstered, posing a serious injury risk to consumers.
Consumers who have purchased a Kydex Holster with a Thumb break for a Glock Handgun should stop using it immediately and contact Michaels of Oregon for a replacement retention strap free of charge.
Heart-Shaped Pendant Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund.
Lemon Meringue Wooden Push Toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
Small parts can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these recalled push toys away from young children and return the toys to Pamela Drake Inc. or their local retailer for a full refund.
Bush Hog Model TH 440 (Trail Hunter) Off-Road Utility V Recalled for Injury Hazard
The front suspension A-frame can break or separate from the front wheel and cause a loss of steering ability, resulting in serious injury or death.
Consumers should stop using these utility vehicles immediately. All registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. Consumers with a recalled vehicle should contact their local Bush Hog dealer to schedule the free repair. If consumers are unsure if their vehicle is affected, they should contact Bush Hog.
Lov's Decorated Orthodontic Pacifier Recalled for Choking Hazard
The pacifiers are banned under federal law. They failed federal safety tests when the nipples separated from the base. This poses a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should discard the pacifiers and contact the firm for instructions on how to obtain a refund or replacement product.
Glass Knobs on Chez Moi Furniture Collection Recalled for Safety Concern
The glass knobs can break when over-tightened or when pressure is applied, exposing a sharp edge.
PBteen is contacting consumers directly and providing acrylic replacement knobs at no cost to consumers. Consumers who believe they have the affected furniture can call PBteen.
Optional Guard Rails sold on Standing Choral Risers Recalled for Fall Hazard
Choral risers equipped with an optional guard rail can tip over under certain loading conditions, which poses a risk of injury from falling from the risers.
Owners of the choral riser sets with optional guard rails have been contacted directly by the Midwest Folding Products, Inc. and provided with information about how to obtain a free repair kit. If an owner of a choral riser set with optional guard rail has not already been contacted by Midwest Folding Products, the owner should stop using the risers immediately and contact Midwest Folding Products.
Wet System Video Head Cleaner Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The cleaning solution bottle, which is labeled as containing isopropanol, actually contains methanol. Methanol can be fatal or cause blindness if swallowed. It is much more toxic than isopropanol. Also, the cleaning solution bottle does not have special cautionary labeling and child-resistant packaging, as required by Federal regulation for methanol.
Consumers should immediately place this product out of reach of children and return the product to the nearest RadioShack store for a refund, or dispose of the bottle of cleaning fluid in accordance with all state and local requirements.
Fisher-Price® Grow-To-Pro® Pogo Sticks Recalled for Fall Hazard
An internal metal pin can wear down, causing the pogo sticks to remain stuck in the down position and release unexpectedly, posing a risk of fall or facial impact injuries to children.
Consumers should take the products away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive a free replacement pogo stick.
Fisher-Price Lil' Wagster Dragster push toys Recalled for Injury Hazard
A young child's chin, jaw, and teeth can get lodged in the opening at the top of the push toy's round-shaped handle and incur injuries.
Consumers should take the recalled push toys away from young children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive a repair kit and installation instructions.