CPSC Recalls in 2007
452 recalls found
December 2007
Collectible Mini Helmets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paints on the recalled helmets contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should take the recalled helmets away from young children immediately and contact Bell Racing to receive a full refund.
Black & Decker® brand Infrawave™ Toasters Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical component in the toaster can overheat and ignite the circuit board, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled toaster, unplug it immediately, and contact Applica to receive a refund.
Built-in Combination Wall and Microwave Oven Recalled for Fire Hazard
The door switch in the microwave oven can overheat and ignite plastic components in the control area, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The lower thermal oven does not pose a hazard.
Consumers should stop using the microwave oven immediately. Consumers should contact GE regarding their GE/GE Profile micro-oven combo or Transform for Kenmore branded products for their Kenmore unit. GE is offering a free repair or rebate on a new product, a $300 rebate toward the purchase of a new GE brand unit, or a $600 rebate toward the purchase of a new GE Profile brand unit. Transform for Kenmore branded products is offering a free repair or $300 rebate toward the purchase of a new Kenmore brand unit. Consumers can continue using the lower thermal oven.
Entertainment Centers Recalled for Injury Hazard
The entertainment centers can collapse if the back panel is not secure, posing a risk of death or serious injury to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled entertainment centers and contact Ameriwood to receive a free support panel repair kit.
Performance Fleece-Lined boys' jackets Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children.
Consumers should return the jackets to any Old Navy store or, if purchased online, contact Old Navy for instructions on returning the jacket to receive a full refund. Consumers who return the jacket before March 31, 2008 will also receive a $5 appreciation card. Consumers choosing to keep the jacket should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard. Visit www.oldnavy.com for instructions on properly removing the drawstring.
November 2007
DesignWare® Confetti Bursts Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The surface paint on the individual bags of confetti contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled confetti bursts away from children and contact American Greetings for instructions on returning the confetti bursts to American Greetings to receive a coupon redeemable wherever American Greetings' products are sold.
2006 Snow Princess Stirrup Ornaments, 2007 Holiday Stir Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paints on the ornaments contain high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards.
Consumers should immediately stop using these ornaments and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or contact Reeves International Inc. for a refund or exchange.
Lounge Chairs and Recliners Recalled for Safety Concern
The plastic support brackets can break and cause the chairs to collapse, posing a hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the chairs and recliners immediately and contact Dick's Sporting Goods for a free repair kit.
Grand Gourmet Firepits Recalled for Fire Hazard
The legs of the firepit can bend or snap off during use, causing the firepit to tip over and in turn the fire can escape. This poses a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled firepits immediately and return them to their nearest Meijer retailer for a full refund.
Power Bolt Y-Frame and Ultimate Y-Frame Adjustable Pitc Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The upper portion of the frame can collapse after both locking pins are removed, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Dick's Sporting Goods to receive a free repair kit.
Children's fleece hooded zip-up jackets with neck draws Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard or return the garment for a refund.
Performax and Wilton 10" Sliding Miter Saws Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The saw handle's switch can fail, causing the saw to smoke, spark, and trip circuit breakers, and disable the safety brake. The saw also can keep operating unless the unit is unplugged, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using these saws, destroy and discard them. The firm is out of business. A remedy is no longer available.
Shaving Paint Brushes Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paint on the brush handles can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should stop using the brushes immediately and contact Discount School Supply to receive a free replacement brush set.
Sparkle City Charm Bracelets and Tack Pin Sets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return it to the stores, contact Buy-Rite for information on how to receive a refund.
Metalux Fluorescent Shop Lights Recalled for Shock Hazard
When the two prongs on the plug’s electrical cord are touched simultaneously while lamps are installed, the light can pose an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the light fixture immediately and uninstall it according to instructions posted at www.cooperlighting.com. The fixture should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund or credit.
Visual Presenters (sold as Image Presentation Cameras b Recalled for Fire Hazard
Improperly installed fluorescent top lights in the presenter can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled visual presenters immediately and contact Elmo USA for all models except Epson. All Epson owners should contact Epson. Consumers with recalled units will receive a free inspection and repair.
Crystal Innovations jewelry Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The recalled metal jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should immediately take these jewelry pieces away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Children's Metal Necklaces and Bracelets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Flashing Pacifiers or 2-in-1 Flashing Pacifiers with Wh Recalled for Choking Hazard
The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the pacifiers and return them to the store where purchased to receive a full refund or discard the pacifiers.
Rachel Rose and Distinctly Basics Assorted Metal Jewelr Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.
Snow and Sand Castle Kits Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using the large blocks and immediately take these recalled toys away from children. Letters will be sent to each customer with a replacement large castle block maker and a return mailer enclosed. In addition, the notice will be posted in L.L. Bean retail stores and on its web site, and customers can return the kit to any retail store for a replacement.
Boppy® Slipcovers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The zipper pull on the slipcovers can break, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, paint on the zippers contains excess levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should stop using these products immediately and contact The Boppy Company for a free replacement product.
Baja ATVs Recalled for Injury Hazard
These ATVs lack a tire pressure gauge and flag pole mounting bracket, which could pose a risk of injury to riders.
Owners should contact Baja Motorsports to receive a free tire pressure gauge and flag pole mounting bracket. Registered owners will be notified directly about this recall by mail.
La Femme NY Children's Necklace and Earring Sets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should stop using this product immediately and return it to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund.
Decorative Stretchable Aqua Bracelets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The bracelets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bracelets and keep them away from young children. Return them to the store where purchased or contact the firm to receive a full refund.
Children's Pencil Pouches Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The paint on the pencil pouches' zipper pulls contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pencil pouches away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return to the store where purchased, contact Raymond Geddes & Co. directly.
Boy's and Girl's Wooden Storage Racks Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The storage rack can tip over, posing an entrapment and suffocation hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop children from using the recalled storage racks and contact Jetmax International to receive a free repair kit that adds stability to the base.
Halloween-Themed Baskets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paint on the bat, pumpkin and witch emblems attached to the baskets contain excess levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban.
Consumers should take the baskets away from children immediately and return them to Hobby Lobby for a $2 exchange card.
Birch Bark Wrapped Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The bark wrapping of the candle can ignite when the candle burns down, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or call Roost for product pickup and a full refund.
Girls' and Boys' Bath Robes Recalled for Fire Hazard
The recalled bath robes fail to meet the children's sleepwear flammability standard, posing a risk of burn injuries to children if the robe caught fire.
Consumers should stop using these children's robes immediately and return them to any of the stores listed above for a full refund.
Football Helmet Chin Straps Recalled for Injury Hazard
The chin strap's plastic cup can break as a result of contact, exposing the player to facial or head injuries.
Consumers should stop using the chin strap immediately and contact Nike for a product voucher redeemable at www.nikestore.com.
Plastic Folding Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The plastic folding chairs can collapse during use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately and contact Iceberg Enterprises to receive a free repair kit with instructions.
Yamaha AC Power Adaptors Recalled for Shock Hazard
The housing of the power adaptor can separate, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled power adaptor immediately and contact Yamaha to return the power adaptor and obtain a free replacement.
Children's Fashion Sunglasses Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The yellow surface paint on the sunglasses may contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should take the recalled sunglasses away from young children immediately and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.
Portable DVD/CD/MP3 Players Recalled for Fire Hazard
The portable DVD/CD/MP3 players can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the portable DVD/CD/MP3 players and contact the firm for information on returning the units and receiving a full refund.
Wendy Bellissimo Collection Convertible Cribs Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The bolts connecting the top corners of the crib can come loose, creating a gap and posing a serious entrapment and strangulation hazard.
Consumers should stop using these cribs immediately and contact Bassettbaby for a free repair kit.
Honda HRX217KHXA and HRX217KHMA Lawn Mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
Due to a manufacturing defect, a crack can occur in the fuel tank causing a fuel leak. If gasoline leaking from the fuel tank is ignited, a fire or explosion can occur.
Consumers should stop using these recalled lawn mowers immediately and contact any Honda Lawn and Garden dealer to have the fuel tank replaced. Registered owners of the recalled lawn mowers will be mailed a notice.
Curious George Plush Dolls Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paint on the toy's plastic face and construction hat contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Marvel Toys to receive a full refund.
Duck Family Collectable Wind-Up Toy Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paints on the ducks contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.
Winnie-the-Pooh Spinning Top Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paint on the wooden handle of the top contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Heat Pump Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electric heater in the unit can break, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the heating mode of the recalled units until they are inspected in accordance with Carrier's inspection instructions. Consumers should contact Carrier to receive a free repair.
Robot 2000 collectable tin robot Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paints on the robot contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.
Big Red Wagons Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paints on the wagon and handle contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Customers should immediately take the recalled wagon away from children and return it to any Northern Tool store for a free replacement.
Dizzy Ducks Music Box Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paints on the wooden base of the music box contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.
Pull-Back Action Toy Cars Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paint on the cars contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy cars away from children and return them to any Dollar General store for a full refund.
Dragster and Funny Car toys Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Surface paint on the wheels and engine of the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the toy away from children, and return it to International Sourcing Ltd. for a full refund or replacement product.
Aqua Dots Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical that can turn toxic when many are ingested. Children who swallow the beads can become comatose, develop respiratory depression, or have seizures.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Spin Master to return for free replacement beads or a toy of equal value.
Laugh & Learn™ Kitchen™ Toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
Pieces of the faucet or the clock hands can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price for a free repair kit.
Warm Mist Carefree Humidifiers Recalled for Fire Hazard
Water used in the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled humidifiers. Consumers should contact Hunter Fan to receive a free replacement humidifier or refund.
Skippy Pool Toys Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The elastic tongue of the fish can break and forcefully come out and cut the users' hands during launching of the toy.
Consumers should take the toy away from children immediately and contact Swimways for a free replacement toy.