CPSC Recalls in 2006
319 recalls found
July 2006
Felt Mountain Bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The steel brake boss can detach from the frame, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and contact your local Felt bicycle dealer to receive a free inspection and repair.
Lexar JumpDrive® FireFly and 1GB Secure II Recalled for Fire Hazard
The recalled JumpDrives® FireFly and Secure II products could overheat, posing a risk of burns to consumers and property damage.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled JumpDrive® Firefly and Secure II devices and contact Lexar to receive a free replacement product.
Vehicles in the IQ Baby Pillow Soft Activity Blocks, IQ Recalled for Choking Hazard
The plastic wheels on the toys can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using the recalled toy vehicles immediately and contact Small World Toys for information on how to obtain a free replacement toy.
Cement Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candles can unexpectedly flare, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product.
Heat & Glo Twilight II and IIB Gas Fireplaces Recalled for Fire Hazard
Temperatures in the framing header area above these fireplaces can get too high, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using these fireplaces until the repair is performed. Homeowners are being contacted by Heat & Glo to schedule an appointment for the free repair. Please contact Heat & Glo if you have not already been contacted.
Paloma Rattles Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Seams on the rattle can open during use, releasing small round beads. The beads can pose an aspiration hazard to young children. The breakage also can create ragged edges on the ring, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should take these rattles away from babies and return the product to Tiffany and Company for a full refund or a store credit.
Bombardier Model Year 2006 Outlander 650 and 800 ATVs a Recalled for Overheating Hazard
The operator could ride with their foot engaging the rear brake without noticing. This can cause the rear brake to overheat and, possibly, ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Consumers should pay close attention when operating and be careful not to accidentally engage the rear brake with their foot. Consumers should immediately contact their local Bombardier or Can-Am ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from BRP.
June 2006
Toy Guitars Recalled for Choking Hazard
The toy guitar can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the toy and return it to the vendor where purchased for a full refund.
Porter-Cable Cordless Brad Nailer Recalled for Injury Hazard
The nailer can eject a nail while the switch is in the "off" position, if the trigger is pulled and it is placed on a surface. This can pose a serious injury to consumers or bystanders.
Consumers should stop using the nailer immediately and contact Porter-Cable to receive free caution labels and an instruction manual insert.
Sequoia Wood Burning Fireplaces Recalled for Fire Hazard
Due to insufficient insulation or a missing weld, some of these fireplaces could pose a fire hazard.
The firm is out of business and a remedy is no longer available.
"Money Bag" Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The decorations on the candle can ignite, posing a fire hazard. Also, excessive pooling of wax from the burning candles poses a burn hazard.
Consumers should stop using this recalled product immediately and contact The Swiss Colony for instructions on how to return the product for a full refund.
Versa Pro 2A Digital Dive Computer Recalled for Safety Concern
When using the dive computer set for "User Selected Digital Gauge Mode," the "Elapsed Dive Time" displayed can exceed the actual elapsed time under water. This can cause divers to ascend before fulfilling a decompression obligation, resulting in decompression sickness.
Consumers should discard this recalled product. The remedy is no longer available.
Bicycles with SW Carbon Stem with Magnesium Faceplate Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bicycle's stem has a magnesium faceplate that holds the handlebar in place. The faceplates on the recalled stems can crack, allowing the handlebar to break off the bicycle, posing a serious fall hazard.
Consumers should stop riding the bicycles that have the recalled stems immediately and take them to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free replacement faceplate.
Reebok Children's Windsuit Recalled for Choking Hazard
The Reebok logo appliqué on the clear rubber zipper pull on the jacket can detach, posing a choking or aspiration hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from young children. Consumers have a choice of either (1) returning the recalled suit in exchange for receiving a free replacement suit or (2) cutting off and discarding the clear rubber zipper pull and continuing to use the original suit.
Thunderstick Rocket Fireworks Recalled for Fire Hazard
These rockets are overloaded with flash powder, violating the regulatory standard for this product. During use, these fireworks could explode with a greater force than expected and cause burns and bodily harm to nearby consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact B.J. Alan Company for a replacement product.
Suzuki 2006 model year QuadRacer ATVs Recalled for Crash Hazard
The cushion lever mounting bracket on the ATV frame can break. 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 the local Suzuki ATV dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled ATVs are being sent direct notices from Suzuki.
Wool Flokati Rugs Recalled for Burn Hazard
These rugs fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act and could ignite, presenting a risk of burn injuries.
Owners of the rug should stop using these rugs, and contact Phil Vassil Rugs. The company will provide the owners with a free replacement rug.
Sam & Libby Girls' Thong Sandals Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The sandals' metal tacks, which help to hold down the sides of the strap to the sole, can detach or be pulled out, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should stop wearing these sandals immediately and return them to the store where they were purchased, for a full refund.
Dragonfly, Petunia, Iris, and Rose Torchiere Lamps Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical problem can cause the torchiere lamps to spark, smoke or burn, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torchiere lamps and contact ValueVision to receive a full refund. ValueVision is contacting consumers who bought these lamps directly.
Curious Buddies Children's Books Recalled for Choking Hazard
The felt ears and limbs on the pop-up characters can detach or come apart when pulled, which may pose a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately clip off the felt ears and limbs of the pop-up characters and place them out of a child's reach. Simon and Schuster will provide consumers with information on how to return the felt pieces or the copyright tag from the book to receive a free replacement book.
Welbilt Electronic Pressure Cookers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The lid on these pressure cookers can open prematurely while contents are under pressure, and hot contents can be expelled, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled pressure cookers immediately and contact QVC to receive a refund of the purchase price.
Garden Treasures Foldable Steel Hammock Stand Recalled for Fall Hazard
The welds attaching the arms to the frame of the hammock stand can fail, allowing the hammock to fall. Users can be injured from falling to the ground, striking the hammock stand's base, or being struck by the arms of the hammock stand.
Consumers should stop using the recalled hammock stands immediately and return them to any Lowe's store to receive a full refund.
Herrington Swivel Rocker Recalled for Fall Hazard
The recalled swivel rockers can be assembled incorrectly, causing them to break at the base or tip over backward easily. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled rockers immediately and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund.
H&M Girls' Water Shoes Recalled for Fall Hazard
Though these shoes are marketed for use around water for traction, they become extremely slippery when wet. This poses a risk of slipping and falling on smooth, hard surfaces, such as tile.
Consumers should stop using these shoes and immediately return them to any H&M store for a full refund.
2006 Model Year Premier Console (sold with Vision Fitne Recalled for Fall Hazard
Due to a programming defect with the console, the treadmill can unexpectedly increase in speed and elevation when the User Programs 4 or 5 are set for longer than 30 minutes. If this happens, the user could fall and suffer injuries.
Consumers should contact the retailer where purchased or Vision Fitness to make arrangements for a return, repair or replacement console.
Vermont American® 13-inch-Long Masonry Drill Bits Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The drill bit packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. These and other manufacturers' 13-inch bits can bend when run at a high speed without being in contact with a work surface, resulting in loss of control of the drill and possible lacerations. The safety label should read: "! WARNING Read, understand and comply with tool manual before use. Wear eye protection. Max operating speed 600 RPM. At higher speeds the bit is likely to bend if allowed to rotate freely without contacting the work. Start drilling at low RPM and with bit tip in contact with work. To avoid bit bowing - Apply pressure only in direct line with bit and do not apply excessive pressure. Bits can bind, causing breakage or loss of control. Do not use in hammer drills or in drill press."
Consumers should make sure that 13-inch masonry drill bits are in contact with a work surface at all times while operating the drill. Consumers with these drill bits that are missing the safety instructions should contact Vermont American Customer Service to obtain safety warning information.
Cable Assemblies (used in wall climbing) Recalled for Fall Hazard
The cable eye, or round metal tube that holds the cable, could have a fracture, reducing the overall strength of the cable assembly. If the cable assembly were to fail, this would result in a free-fall hazard for the climber.
Consumers should stop using the recalled cable assemblies immediately and contact Extreme Engineering to arrange for inspection details and possible replacement of the cable assembly.
Vermont American® Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels Recalled for Fire Hazard
The Abrasive Cut-Off Wheel packages are not properly labeled with precautionary information on proper use and operation. The failure of a user to follow the instructions below could result in injury. "! WARNING Read, understand and comply with tool manual before use. Follow OSHA and ANSI B7.1 standards. Use eye, face, dust and ear protection. Wear body apron and gloves. Speed rating of wheel must be greater than tool speed. Do not grind without guard adjusted for maximum operator protection. Mount wheel with the tool flanges provided. Run-in for one minute before application. Do not jam, twist or pinch wheel in work piece or apply excessive side pressure to the wheel. RECOIL may occur if wheel is jammed. Do not use near flammable materials or gases; fire or explosion may result. Do not expose to water, condensation or freezing. Discard wheel if dropped, cracked or chipped."
Consumers with abrasive cut-off wheels that are missing the safety instructions should contact Vermont American Customer Service to obtain safety warning information.
Light-Up Yo-Yo Toy Recalled for Choking Hazard
The yo-yo can separate and expose small parts. This presents a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should take the yo-yo toy from children immediately and return it to the nearest Ruby's Diner for a free replacement toy.
Sunbeam Gas Ranges Recalled for Safety Concern
These ranges lack an adequate heat shield, and can cause scorching of certain flooring materials directly under the appliance.
Consumers should take the yo-yo toy from children immediately and return it to the nearest Ruby's Diner for a free replacement toy.
Safety Harnesses Sold with Hunting Tree Stands Recalled for Fall Hazard
The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in consumers falling from tree stands and suffering serious injuries or death.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact the firm for a free replacement harness.
Etón E1XM-Model AM/FM/SW/XM-Ready Radios Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery in this radio can overheat and possibly rupture when using the AC adapter, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled radios immediately, and call Etón Corp. for a refund or replacement product.
Scubapro® X650 Second Stage Regulator Recalled for Drowning Hazard
A manufacturing error could cause the main housing of some regulators to change shape over time, which could cause the cover and diaphragm to become dislodged. If this occurs, air flow will be interrupted and the regulators will no longer function, posing a drowning hazard to users.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Scubapro® to determine if they have an affected second stage regulator. If so, they will receive a free replacement regulator. The company is contacting registered owners of the product directly.
Gazelle® Freestyle Cross Trainer and Gazelle® Freestyle Recalled for Fall Hazard
The resistance pistons on the glider can come off during exercise. If this happens, a person using the glider can fall off the exercise machine.
Consumers should disconnect the pistons on these exercise gliders. Consumers can continue to use the gliders until they receive the repair kit as long as the pistons are detached. Consumers who purchased a Crosstrainer Pro from Dick's should contact Fitness Quest for a free repair kit. Consumers who purchased a Crosstrainer or Crosstrainer Pro from the Home Shopping Network (HSN) or the Shopping Channel (tSC) before January 1, 2006 will receive a free repair kit by mail. Contact Fitness Quest if you do not receive a repair kit. Crosstrainer Pro gliders purchased from HSN or tSC after January 1, 2006 have repair kits included. Consumers who purchased a Crosstrainer Pro glider from The Sportman's Guide will receive a free repair kit by mail. Contact Fitness Quest if you do not receive a repair kit by July 12, 2006.
Endurance Treadmills Recalled for Fall Hazard
The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate or decelerate, possibly causing the user to lose control and fall.
Consumers should stop using these treadmills immediately and contact Endurance to schedule a free on-site repair.
Lighted Ficus Tree Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lights attached to the ficus tree have undersized and exposed wires, which pose a risk of electric shock and fire hazards.
Consumers should stop using the lights, remove the light string from the ficus tree and destroy the lights by cutting the cord. Consumers with affected lights will receive a free new UL-listed light string set, with shipments starting on June 12, 2006.
HP Photosmart R707 Digital Cameras Recalled for Fire Hazard
The digital camera can cause certain non-rechargeable batteries, such as the Duracell CP-1, to overheat when the camera is connected to an AC adapter or docking station, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled cameras and contact HP as they have developed a firmware update that prevents the camera from applying a charge to a non-rechargeable battery. Consumers can download this update at www.hp.com or contact HP directly. Do not use single-use, non-rechargeable batteries until the firmware has been updated. Consumers are encouraged to update the firmware even if they do not use or intend to use a non-rechargeable battery.
Black & Decker® Brand Thermal Coffeemaker Recalled for Fire Hazard
The coffeemaker may not turn off as programmed, causing the unit to overheat and melt, and posing a risk of fire and burn injury.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Applica for instructions on receiving a replacement Black & Decker® Brand household product.
Nexgrill Gas Grills Recalled for Fire Hazard
The gas grill has a hose that connects the propane tank to the burner manifold. If this hose runs up too close to the firebox, the heat can cause the hose to detach from the burner manifold, causing a gas leak and a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the gas grill immediately and contact Nexgrill to receive a free, self-installation retrofit heat shield assembly.
May 2006
Electric Smokehouse Smokers Recalled for Burn Hazard
Smoldering wood chips used in the wood chip box can ignite into flames when the door of the unit is opened, posing a risk of burn injuries to users and property damage to nearby combustibles.
Consumers should stop using these smokers immediately, and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit.
Yamaha In-Ceiling and In-Wall Speakers Recalled for Fall Hazard
On some speakers, the mounting clamps can break causing the speaker to fall. Falling speakers could possibly hit consumers.
Consumers should contact Yamaha to determine whether their speakers are subject to this recall, and if so, how to get free replacement speakers.
"Baby 2 Pack" Pacifiers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The pacifier's nipple can easily detach from the guard, posing a serious choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should take the recalled pacifiers away from babies immediately and contact the retailer where they purchased the pacifiers or KI for a full refund.
Simply Basic Lighted Mirror Recalled for Shock Hazard
Exposed wires inside the mirror could pose an electrical shock hazard to the user, when they touch the mirror.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mirror and return it to Wal-Mart for a full refund.
Arctic Cat Prowler XT Off-Highway Utility Vehicle Recalled for Safety Concern
The rear brake caliper used on these units could leak brake fluid, resulting in reduced braking ability at the rear wheels. The front wheel brakes are unaffected by this condition.
Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately. Consumers with a recalled Prowler XT should contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been notified about this recall by mail. If consumers are unsure if their Prowler XT is affected, they should contact Arctic Cat.
Low Bay TG Series Lighting Fixtures Recalled for Fall Hazard
Two nuts in a mounting mechanism of these light fixtures were not attached. The fixture could detach, fall and possibly hit consumers.
Facility managers and business owners are being contacted by Acuity Lighting Group Inc., to schedule an inspection and repair. Please contact Acuity Lighting Group if you have not been contacted yet.
Tyco Fire & Security Smoke Detectors Recalled for Fire Hazard
The smoke detectors could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high temperature. If this occurs, these detectors could delay detecting the presence of smoke in the event of a fire.
Commercial building owners and managers with recalled smoke detectors will be contacted by one of the distributors to verify that the detectors in their fire detection system are included in the recall and, if so, to arrange for a free replacement.
Tyco Fire & Security Fire Detection Systems Recalled for Fire Hazard
Sensors in these fire detection systems could experience reduced sensitivity to smoke in conditions of high humidity and high temperature. If this occurs, these sensors could delay detecting the presence of smoke in the event of a fire.
Commercial building owners and managers with these sensors will be contacted directly by one of the distributors to verify that the system is included in the recall and to arrange for a free software upgrade.
Ameristep Patriot and Outfitter Hang-on Tree Stands Recalled for Fall Hazard
The j-hook attachment of the tree strap can fail, which can cause the tree stand to collapse. Consumers using these stands could fall and suffer serious injuries or death.
Please contact Ameristep Customer Service Department to receive a free repair kit, consisting of a bracket system and double hook tree strap, along with instructions for installation.
Sling Swing Seats Recalled for Fall Hazard
These swing seats can unexpectedly break in half, causing the users to fall to the ground.
Consumers should immediately stop using these sling swings and contact Rainbow Play Systems, Inc. or return them to their place of purchase for a free replacement swing. Rainbow has contacted consumers directly who purchased the recalled sling swing seats. Consumers who have already had their swing seats replaced by Rainbow are not affected by this recall.
Outdoor Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candle's wax can catch fire causing a high flame and posing a fire and burn hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and return them to the nearest IKEA store's "Returns and Exchanges" department for a full refund.