CPSC Recalls in 2012
310 recalls found
August 2012
Mr. Coffee® Single Cup Brewing System Recalled for Burn Hazard
A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee brewer and contact JCS to receive instructions on how to obtain a free replacement unit.
Air compressors Recalled for Fire Hazard
The air compressor motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled compressors and call DeVilbiss Air Power Co. or Sears for a free repair kit.
Rayovac NI-CD and Rayovac NI-MH Cordless Tool Battery P Recalled for Explosion Hazard
The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the battery packs from cordless tools. Consumers can contact BatteriesPlus for instructions on how to return the product for a store credit.
Bicycle Brake Levers Recalled for Crash Hazard
The adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position and make the brakes non-operational. This can cause a rider to lose control of the bicycle and crash.
Consumers should immediately stop riding modules equipped with TL-83 brake levers and return the levers or modules to an authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailer for free replacement brake levers.
Traveller Recreational Tubes Recalled for Burn Hazard
Contact with the inflatable tube can result in severe skin irritation or burns.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to any Tractor Supply Store for a full refund.
Snowpulse Avalanche Airbags Recalled for Injury Hazard
A leak in the airbag's cartridge can result in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled airbags and contact Snowpulse for a replacement cartridge.
PRO VIBE Carbon bicycle handlebars Recalled for Fall Hazard
The recalled handlebars can break during riding, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebars and contact Shimano for information about obtaining a free replacement from an authorized retailer in their area.
Recycled Silk Floor Mats Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The recalled silk mats can have a tack or staple woven into the fabric strips. The tack or staple can cut consumers, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled floor mats and return them to any Cost Plus World Market store for a full refund.
Various models of Huffy, Iron Horse, Mongoose, Northwoo Recalled for Fall Hazard
Pedals on the bicycles can loosen or detach during use, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to any Meijer store for a full refund or a replacement bicycle of the same type and value. Consumers will also receive a $10 store coupon.
Mother's Touch/Deluxe Baby Bathers Recalled for Fall Hazard
When the bather is lifted and/or carried with an infant in it, its folding wire frame can suddenly disengage from the side hinge, dropping the baby out of the bather, posing a fall hazard and a risk of serious head injury to infants.
Consumers should immediately stop using the bathers and contact Summer Infant for a free repair kit that includes a locking strap and instructions. Note: Even with the new locking strap installed, the baby bather product should never be used to lift and carry an infant.
Shower light trim Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The shower light's trim and glass lens can fall from the ceiling fixture, posing an impact and laceration hazard to consumers.
Consumers should contact Cooper Lighting immediately to receive free replacement trim for the shower light.
Tree House Studio™ Clear Acrylic Matte Coating Recalled for Fire Hazard
The aerosol canister can leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers if the can is stored near a source of ignition.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Sherwin-Williams for a refund.
Bicycle brakes Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bridge of the brakes can crack, posing a fall hazard to riders.
Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles with the recalled brakes and contact eecycleworks or the retailer where they purchased the brakes for a free replacement bridge.
Dupli-Color® Perfect Match™ Automotive Paint Recalled for Fire Hazard
The aerosol paint canister can leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers if the paint can is stored near a source of ignition.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Sherwin-Williams for a refund.
Krylon® Triple Thick Crystal Clear Glaze and Krylon® In Recalled for Fire Hazard
The aerosol canister can leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers if the can is stored near a source of ignition.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Sherwin-Williams for a refund.
Acrylic Bathtubs, Whirlpools and Air Massage Bathtubs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The grab bars used on the products can loosen and break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately contact Mansfield Plumbing to request a free grab bar repair kit.
CareBears™ Pacifiers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards. The nipples can separate from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from infants and contact IDM Group LLC for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
Wilson & Fisher White Cast Bistro Table and Chairs Set Recalled for Fall Hazard
The chairs can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the set and return it to any Big Lots store for a full refund.
Teryx4 Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Recalled for Injury Hazard
The steering gear assembly and front brakes can fail, resulting in the loss of steering and braking, posing a risk of injury or death.
Consumers should contact their local Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair.
Energizer Rotating Night Lights Recalled for Burn Hazard
The night lights can overheat and smoke, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled night lights. Contact Energizer for instructions on returning the night lights for a $7 coupon towards the purchase of an Energizer product.
LG Electronics and Kenmore Elite® Gas Dryers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The gas valve in the recalled dryers can fail to shut off properly, continuing to heat the dryer and its contents after the drying cycle is complete. High temperatures inside and on the exterior surface of the dryers can scorch the drum, as well as burn or damage the dryer contents, posing a risk of burn, fire and smoke inhalation.
Consumers should turn off the gas supply and stop using the dryers until repaired. LG brand owners who purchased their dryer at retailers other than Sears should contact LG customer service to arrange for a free gas valve replacement. Customers who purchased Kenmore or LG brand dryers from Sears should contact Transform for Kenmore branded products to schedule a free repair to replace the gas valve. Some consumers have already been notified and have received the repair service.
Scooter Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The one-piece plastic platform that covers the front wheel base can break, posing a laceration hazard to children.
Consumers should take this product away from children and contact Kickboard USA for a free replacement product.
Indoor Pet Heating Comfort Pad Mats Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heated mats have poor wiring and construction, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled pet mats and contact World Class to receive a full refund. The firm is directly contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product.
Emerson Corsair Ceiling Fans Recalled for Fall Hazard
The ceiling fan's hanger bracket can spread apart due to heat from the motor and/or out-of-balance operation, causing the fan to fall from the ceiling. This poses a risk of injury to bystanders.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Emerson Air Comfort Products to schedule a free repair.
Beadboard Bunk Beds Recalled for Injury Hazard
The front upper horizontal panel on the bunk beds can crack or break, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately stop using the upper bunk and contact PBteen. Consumers with the recalled bunk bed will receive a free, in-home installation of a replacement panel.
Gerber® Bear Grylls Parang Machetes Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A weakness in the area where the handle meets the blade can cause the handle or the blade to break during use, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Parang machetes and contact Gerber Legendary Blades to receive a free replacement.
Babylicious Cloth Crib Fringes Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The narrow fabric strip connecting individual fabric triangles presents a strangulation hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled product from cribs, window valence or curtain rods and contact Babylicious to receive a refund. Consumers will be refunded $12 for each recalled fringe returned.
Bumbo Baby Seats Recalled for Fall Hazard
Babies can maneuver out of or fall from the Bumbo seat, posing a risk of serious injuries.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product until they order and install a free repair kit, which includes: a restraint belt with a warning label, installation instructions, safe use instructions and a new warning sticker. The belt should always be used when a child is placed in the seat. Even with the belt, the seat should never be used on any raised surface. Consumers should also immediately stop using Bumbo seat covers that interfere with the installation and use of the belt. A video demonstrating proper installation of the restraint belt and proper use of the Bumbo seat are available at www.BumboUSA.com
EOS Rebel T4i Digital SLR Cameras Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
A chemical used in the camera's rubber grips can result in a reaction that changes the grips from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cameras and contact Canon U.S.A. to have replacement rubber grips installed free of charge.
Animal Snap Bracelet Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The metal snap band can wear through the fabric covering resulting in exposing sharp edges and posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should return the product to the store where purchased for a full refund.
GE, GE Adora™, GE Eterna™, GE Profile™ and Hotpoint®, D Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical failure in the dishwasher's heating element can pose a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers, disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it and inform all users of the dishwasher about the risk of fire. For all dishwashers, contact GE for a free in-home repair or to receive a GE rebate of $75 towards the purchase of a new GE front-control plastic tub dishwasher, or a rebate of $100 towards the purchase of a new GE front-control stainless tub dishwasher or GE Profile top control dishwasher. Consumers should not return the recalled dishwashers to the retailer where they purchased as retailers are not prepared to take the units back.
Children's Pajamas Recalled for Burn Hazard
The pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injury to children.
Children should stop wearing the recalled sleepwear immediately and consumers should return it to the retailer where they purchased the pajamas for a full refund, exchange or store credit.
Kenmore Dehumidifiers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact the firm to receive a Sears gift card for either $75, $80, $90 or $100, which may be used at any Sears or Kmart store or at Sears.com or Kmart.com. The gift card amount will depend on the capacity and year of the dehumidifier. In lieu of a gift card, consumers may request a check for the refund amount. All consumers with recalled units will also receive a $25 coupon that may be used at Sears Department Stores or Sears.com toward the purchase of a new Kenmore dehumidifier.
Patio Bistro Sets Recalled for Fall Hazard
When the chair support bar is not fully engaged, the chair poses a fall hazard to a consumer who sits in the partially engaged chair.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Midas Lin for a new set of warning labels and supplemental instructions for the chairs. Do not return the product to the store.
Stage and riser caddies Recalled for Fall Hazard
The caddy's latches do not automatically close to secure the stages and risers when stored. Unsecured stages and risers can fall off the caddies and onto consumers.
Caddy owners and consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stage and riser caddies. Caddy owners should contact Midwest Folding Products to receive a free repair kit with new brackets that will allow latches to automatically return to the closed position on the caddies and new white warning and instruction labels.
July 2012
Green Toys™ Mini Vehicles Recalled for Choking Hazard
The wheels and hubcaps on the toy cars can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should take the product away from children immediately and contact Green Toys Inc. to receive a full refund.
Kenta and Kenta Plus child carriers Recalled for Fall Hazard
The side strap's seam can unravel and cause the strap to separate, posing a fall hazard to the child in the carrier.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled child carriers and return the product to an authorized VAUDE dealer for a replacement. Consumers can contact Liberty Mountain to locate an authorized VAUDE dealer.
Motion Security Lights Recalled for Shock Hazard
Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the light, turn off power to the unit at the circuit breaker or fuse panel and contact HeathCo for a free replacement light fixture.
Contours Options LT Tandem Strollers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The front wheel assembly can break, posing a fall hazard to the child in the stroller. In addition, for strollers manufactured in January and February 2012, the nuts that hold the stroller's basket support screws in place can detach. Detached nuts can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the company to receive free replacement wheels. Consumers with strollers manufactured in January and February 2012 will also receive replacement nuts for the basket support screws.
Peg Perego Venezia and Pliko-P3 strollers Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
Entrapment and strangulation can occur, especially to infants younger than 12 months of age, when a child is not harnessed. An infant can pass through the opening between the stroller tray and seat bottom, but his/her head and neck can become entrapped by the tray. Infants who become entrapped at the neck are at risk of strangulation.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact the firm for a free repair kit. Do not return the stroller to the retailers as they will not be able to provide the repair kit.
Folding Beach Chairs Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The recalled children's beach chairs have exposed, sharp metal rivets, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled beach chairs immediately and return them to Downeast Concepts for a full refund.
Lush Life® power strips Recalled for Fire Hazard
The power strips have undersized wiring which poses a risk of shock to consumers. In addition, the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet fire resistance safety standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or store credit.
Golf cars and transport vehicles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel hose can separate from the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled golf cars and transport vehicles and contact Club Car for a free inspection and repair of the fuel hose system. The firm is contacting its customers directly.
Full- and Twin-Size Bordeaux Collection Bed Frames Recalled for Fall Hazard
The hardware holding the headboard and footboard can loosen or detach, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled beds and contact Samuel Lawrence Furniture to obtain a free repair kit.
Alex ® Model 786X Little Jumpers Trampoline Recalled for Fall Hazard
The handlebar can break, causing a fall hazard.
Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a replacement trampoline.
Ondal AC2000 (PDI) Television Mounting System Recalled for Fall Hazard
The arm joints on the television mounting system do not have a washer at the top joint which can result in excessive wear of the stop pins on the arm. This can allow the arm system and items connected to the arm to fall and injure the user or bystanders.
Secure the unit to prevent movement and contact TRUMPF Medical Systems for information on receiving a repair kit that includes the missing washers.
Old Navy Toddler Girl Aqua Socks Recalled for Fall Hazard
This style of Aqua Socks has less traction when worn on wet or smooth surfaces such as hardwood or tile, creating a slip and fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using these shoes and return them to any Old Navy store for a full refund. Consumers who return the shoes before November 9, 2012 will also receive a coupon for $10 off their next purchase at Old Navy. Contact custserv@oldnavy.com if you wish to return the Toddler Girl Aqua Sock by mail.
Chicco Polly High Chair Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Children can fall on or against the pegs on the rear legs of the high chair, resulting in a bruising or laceration injury.
Consumers should contact Chicco for a free peg cover kit which will be mailed to them. To help prevent injuries before repair, consumers should store the tray on the pegs when the high chair is not in use.
Folding Step Stool Recalled for Fall Hazard
The folding step stools can break or collapse unexpectedly when in use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the step stools and return them to the business printed on the step stool to receive a different promotional item. Businesses who purchased the product from Molenaar should return them for a refund or credit. Consumers or businesses can contact Molenaar LLC for more information.
200 Mini Lights Recalled for Fire Hazard
The light sets do not meet the UL standard for this product and pose a fire and shock risk.
Consumer should immediately stop using the light sets and return the product to a Family Dollar store for a full refund.