CPSC Recalls in 2006
319 recalls found
August 2006
Milano Counter and Bar Stools Recalled for Fall Hazard
The recalled stools can be unstable due to missing screws, loose screws or wrongly sized screws, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the stools immediately, look for missing or loose screws and, if the stools are unstable, consumers should return them to any Lowe's store to receive a full refund.
"Garden Treasures" Steel Dome Fireplaces Recalled for Fire Hazard
Touch-up paint used on the fireplace's exterior can ignite during use, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the fireplaces immediately and return them to any Lowe's store to receive a full refund.
Frog, Fish or Duck Lawn Sprinkler Recalled for Injury Hazard
The plastic body of the lawn sprinkler can crack when placed under intense water pressure and pieces of it can break off and be projected 5 to 10 feet in the air. This could pose a risk of injury to consumers and bystanders.
Consumers should stop using these sprinklers immediately and return them to Syratech Corp. for a full refund.
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries with cells manufactu Recalled for Fire Hazard
These lithium-ion batteries can 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.
Goulds Pumps®, Bell & Gossett® and Red Jacket Water Pro Recalled for Fire Hazard
A mechanical part on these pumps was not fully tightened, which can lead to the pump failing during use. If pumps sold with fire suppression systems fail, the risk of fire damage increases. The pump itself does not pose a fire hazard.
Installers of fire suppression systems will be contacted by ITT Water Technology Inc. to schedule an inspection and replacement. Please contact ITT Water Technology Inc. if you have not been contacted yet.
Olympic Weightlifting Bars Recalled for Injury Hazard
Due to a defect in the sleeve mechanism, the bar can break under the pressure of significant weight, which could injure consumers and bystanders.
Consumers should stop using the recalled bars immediately and return them to York Barbell for a full refund.
Oregon® and Silver Streak® Replacement Snapper Lawnmowe Recalled for Laceration Hazard
When the lawnmower is operated, the replacement blade can crack and pieces can break away, posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers and bystanders.
Consumers should immediately stop using the replacement blades and return them to the store where purchased or any other retailer that carries Oregon® or Silver Streak® replacement parts, for a free replacement.
"Ideal" and "Brighter Child" Brand Science Kits Recalled for Burn Hazard
The battery case in the science kit can overheat, posing a thermal burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the science kits and return them to the place of purchase or School Specialty for a refund.
Air Hogs RC Skywinder Radio-Controlled Airplane Recalled for Burn Hazard
The rechargeable battery pack inside the toy airplane can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio-controlled toy airplanes and contact Spin Master to receive a free replacement product.
Cage Bell Musical Instrument for Babies Recalled for Choking Hazard
If the bell inside the instrument is damaged during manufacturing, the bell can be pulled out of the instrument, posing a choking hazard.
Consumers should take these instruments away from children, until they are examined for the hazard. Consumers were sent instructions on how to examine the cage bell instruments for defects. If defects are found, they were instructed to dispose of the instruments and contact Kindermusik for a free replacement.
Firestreet Scooters Recalled for Fall Hazard
The handlebars, wheels and wheel brakes can break and detach, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries.
Consumers should take these scooters away from children immediately and return the scooter to the nearest Target store for a $24 gift card, plus applicable sales tax.
Bendable Dog and Cat Toys Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The paint on the bendable toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law. Lead is toxic and, if ingested by young children, can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and discard them.
5-gallon sizes of "Zep Industrial Purple Cleaner & Degr Recalled for Safety Concern
5-gallon plastic pails containing the cleaning products can unexpectedly crack and leak from the base, posing a risk to consumers, due to the corrosive nature of these products.
Consumers should stop using the recalled products and contact Acuity Specialty Products Group Inc. for information on how to receive a free replacement pail. Consumers with a leaky pail should place it inside another 5-gallon pail or large plastic bag, and then pour the remainder of the contents into a new container and label the product. Use gloves and eye protection when handling. Clean any spilled material by absorbing onto a solid absorbent and sweep up and discard it into a solid waste container. Rinse the affected area with clean water until no residue remains.
Cool Blue Backpacks Recalled for Burn Hazard
The backpack's battery pack can overheat, causing the battery case to melt, presenting a burn hazard if touched.
Consumers should stop using these backpacks immediately. Consumers with the affected backpacks are being sent a replacement backpack and battery pack with instructions to return the original product.
Speed Buckle Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard
The harness could be threaded incorrectly. If threaded incorrectly, the webbing will easily slip when loaded. Incorrectly threaded buckles can loosen, which could cause climbers to slip out of the harness and fall.
Consumers should immediately stop using recalled harnesses and contact the firm for a free replacement harness.
Black & Decker and Craftsman Brand Cordless Electric La Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
All consumers should stop using the lawnmowers immediately and call for information on receiving a free inspection and repair if necessary. Consumers who had their mowers repaired as a result of the previous recall should have their mowers again inspected and repaired, if necessary, as part of this recall.
Folding Picnic Tables Recalled for Safety Concern
The legs on the picnic table can buckle or break during use, causing the table to collapse or fold unexpectedly.
The firm is out of business, the remedy is no longer available, and the product should be discarded or destroyed.
Tu-Wire® ballasts used with dimmable compact fluorescen Recalled for Shock Hazard
These ballasts, if not properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code, can present a risk of electric shock to persons who come in contact with the ballast or with a light fixture that incorporates the ballast, such as when a consumer changes a fluorescent lamp bulb.
Consumers should not touch these fixtures, since they could pose a shock hazard. Consumers should contact Lutron Electronics to arrange for free replacement of the recalled ballasts.
Dell-branded lithium-ion batteries made with cells manu Recalled for Fire Hazard
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Dell to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, ejecting the battery, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.
Gotham 8-inch APR/APRH Down Lighting Fixtures Recalled for Fall Hazard
The reflector/trim pieces may not be properly attached to each other. The lower portion of the reflector/trim assembly could detach and fall from the ceiling, striking consumers.
Gotham Lighting is directly contacting facility managers and business owners to schedule an inspection and free repair. Contact Gotham Lighting if you have not been contacted yet.
Toulon Potted Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The packaging or holder can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and discard them. Consumers should contact Ballard Designs for instructions on how to receive a full refund. Direct notices from Ballard Designs are being sent to consumers with the recalled candles.
Frameworx Table Height Chairs and Bar Stools Recalled for Fall Hazard
The down shaft on the seat plate assembly can fracture, which can cause an occupant of the seat to fall.
Bowling centers owning these table height chairs and bar stools have been directly notified about this recall. Owners of the bar stools and table height chairs should stop using these products immediately and contact Brunswick to receive a free repair kit.
ALEX® Super Cooking Sets Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The glass pot lids can break, posing a laceration hazard to children.
Consumers should take the glass lids away from children immediately and contact ALEX to receive a free replacement lid set.
NRS Manta Surfer River Boards and LL Bean Body Boards Recalled for Safety Concern
The safety warning label containing precautionary information on proper use and operation was not affixed to the device. The safety warning label should read: "CAUTION: This is not a lifesaving device. Never leave children unattended in or near water"
Consumers will receive an attachable label from NRS or LL Bean. Consumers should immediately affix the label to the device as directed.
6-foot Power Xtension Recalled for Shock Hazard
The counterfeit extension cords could have undersized wire and substandard insulation, which can cause overheating, resulting in a possible shock hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled extension cords immediately and return them to any Dollar Tree store for a refund.
Quiksilver and Roxy Girl lounge pants Recalled for Burn Hazard
These lounge pants 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. These garments were not labeled or marketed as sleepwear, but because they are children's loungewear, they must meet the children's sleepwear flammability standards.
Parents should stop their children from wearing the recalled lounge pants immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a refund. If consumers are unable to return their recalled item back to the place of purchase, they should contact the firm.
Crazy Daisy 3-in-1 Electronic Motion Shade Lamps Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lamp's electrical circuit board can spark and overheat, due to an electrical problem, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. Lamps purchased through a catalog or through the Web site may be returned to the nearest J.C. Penney store with a catalog desk.
Mars Lightning ElectroPlasma Lamps Recalled for Fire Hazard
Arcing between an object and the removable cover of the lamp can pose a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to any Spencer Gifts for a store credit.
Toro Snow Commander and CCR Single Stage Snowthrowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a risk of fire and injury.
Consumers should contact their local Toro Authorized Service Dealer to find out if their snowthrower is included in the recall. If necessary, the dealer will schedule a time and install a free replacement fuel tank.
Hide & Seek Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
A drawstring is threaded through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can receive a full refund by returning the sweatshirts to the place of purchase or by mailing the sweatshirts to: Quiksilver Inc., Attention: Consumer Replacements/Recalled Merchandise, 5600 Argosy Circle, Suite 300, Huntington Beach, Calif. 92649. Returns must include the consumer's name, address and telephone number, so Quiksilver can reach them.
Robertshaw FS Flame Switches and FM Automatic Safety Va Recalled for Fire Hazard
These controls are designed to prevent gas from flowing when the pilot light is out. The recalled controls can remain on after the pilot light is extinguished. If this happens, gas can continue to flow to the main burner of the appliance, which poses a risk of a gas explosion and fire.
Consumers who believe they could have recalled safety valves on their cooking appliances should contact Robertshaw Controls Co. who will arrange for a free replacement, if necessary. 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.
Troy-Bilt 4-Cycle Gasoline String Trimmers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The blade that trims the excess string of these weed trimmers can detach from the plastic shield covering the trimmer head. The blade can be thrown outward, hitting the user or bystander, resulting in a laceration.
Consumers should stop using the trimmers immediately and contact Troy-Bilt for a free repair. Lowe's will mail free repair kits with instruction to owners of registered equipment directly.
July 2006
Generac GTH410 and GTH220 Engines with Plastic Fuel Tan Recalled for Fire Hazard
The plastic fuel tanks can leak. If an ignition source is present, a fire or explosion can occur.
Consumers who purchased power equipment with the recalled engine should stop using it immediately and contact the equipment manufacturer to schedule a free tank replacement.
Clear Glass Candleholders Recalled for Fire Hazard
The glue connecting the candleholder could fail, causing the candleholder to fall apart. This poses a fire and laceration hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled candleholders immediately and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund.
John Deere 3000 Twenty Series and 4000 Twenty Series Op Recalled for Safety Concern
The seat bracket, to which the seat belt is attached, could have been positioned incorrectly during the manufacturing process, resulting in a poor weld. In a tractor roll over, the weight of the operator could cause the bracket to break off the seat's pivot plate.
The company is directly notifying those consumers who purchased an affected tractor. Consumers should contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair.
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 burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Consumers should unplug the coffeemaker and allow it to cool (for at least three hours) before checking if they have one of the recalled units. Consumers can contact the firm to obtain a free factory repair, a free in-home repair kit, or purchase a new unit at a discount.
Hampton Bay® Transitional Collection Fire Truck and Bul Recalled for Fire Hazard
The glass window of the fire truck and bulldozer night light can become dislodged, fall and shatter into small pieces. This poses a laceration hazard and a serious risk of injury, if ingested by a small child.
Consumers should stop using the recalled lamps immediately and return the item to The Home Depot store for a full refund.
Suzuki 2006 Model Year Eiger ATVs Recalled for Crash Hazard
The mounting brackets used to secure the left-front suspension arm to the ATV frame may not have been welded completely and could break off during riding. If this occurs, the rider could lose control of the ATV and crash, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from Suzuki.
LYCKSELE Chair Bed and Sofa Bed Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Fingers can become caught in the folding mechanism of the chair bed/sofa bed, posing a laceration and/or amputation hazard.
Consumers who have a LYCKSELE chair bed or sofa bed date stamped 0526 or earlier and which is missing safety covers for the folding mechanism should call or visit their local IKEA store to receive free safety covers, which fit over the folding mechanism to prevent finger access. LYCKSELE chair beds and sofa beds produced since July 2005 (date stamp 0527 and later) were sold with safety covers.
"Monica" and "Turbo 1200" Hand-Held Hair Dryers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
These electric hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection plug to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Such electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.
Consumers should stop using these hair dryers and contact Style Tronics Inc. for a full refund.
Homeroom Bedroom Collection Recalled for Choking Hazard
The small cam lock covers can be easily removed, presenting a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately remove the hardware covers and dispose of them.
Suunto D9 and D6 Model Wristop Dive Computers Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
These dive computers could incorrectly track dive time, which could cause incorrect calculation of decompression requirements. This could lead to decompression sickness.
Consumers should only use these dive computers with backup instrumentation. Consumers should bring the recalled units to the nearest authorized Suunto dealer for a software update to correct the problem. A free battery replacement and pressure testing will be provided as part of the free software update service. All updated products will be marked with an indelible white dot on the back of the unit, or with an engraved "U" near the serial number.
Warm Mist CareFree® Humidifier Recalled for Fire Hazard
Water from the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using these recalled humidifiers and unplug them immediately. Contact Hunter Fan Co. to receive a free replacement part.
Fred Bear F-Series and Outfitter Compound Crossbows Recalled for Fire Hazard
The triggers on these crossbows could fire when the safety mechanism is moved from "safe" to "fire" position without pulling the trigger. Bystanders could be unintentionally hit by an arrow fired by these bows.
Consumers should discontinue use of the product and contact the firm for a free trigger replacement.
Wego Kite Tube Recalled for Injury Hazard
A rider in the tube can become airborne, by pulling on handles attached to the floor of the tube. That could result in serious injuries.
Consumers should immediately stop using the kite tubes and discard them. The firm is no longer in business. Remedy and contact information are no longer available.
Ryobi Radial Arm Saws Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Cracking of the plastic motor housing can cause the blade assembly to fall during operation, posing a risk of laceration to the operator or bystanders. The detachment may occur unexpectedly and without warning.
Consumers should immediately stop using these radial arm saws and contact Ryobi customer service to arrange to return part of the saw for a payment of $75. No repair is available.
Conventional and Integrated Lite Headsets Recalled for Crash Hazard
The headsets mount to bicycle frames and fasten to the front fork assembly. A protruding component of the headset can contact the steering tube of the front fork assembly, score or scratch the steering tube, and weaken the structural integrity of the front fork. The front fork could break, causing the handlebars to separate from the bicycle during use and result in a crash.
Consumers should stop riding bicycles with these headsets and inspect their front fork assembly for scoring damage. M2Racer will refund the purchase price of returned headsets.
Shimano Quick Release Device Recalled for Fall Hazard
The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break, when locked in position. When this happens, the rider could lose control and fall.
Consumers should stop riding immediately and take the quick release device into their local bike dealer or retailer for a free inspection and repair.
Mainstays Associate Office Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The legs and backs of these chairs can break, and the chairs can easily tip over, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Lawn Tractors Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel line on these lawn tractors can separate from the fuel tank outlet. If this occurs, fuel will spill out, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers with recalled tractors should immediately stop using the tractor and contact the applicable firm to schedule a free repair.