CPSC Recalls in 2012
310 recalls found
May 2012
Sonoma Valley Swivel Top Bar Stool 24" or 30" models Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bolts attaching the top of the bar stool to the leg assembly can come loose, causing the seat to dislodge, resulting in a fall hazard.
Havertys is providing a repair kit and will send a technician to consumers to install replacement bolts at no cost. The firm is contacting its customers directly.
Girls' Winter Jackets with drawstrings Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard, or return the jacket to a dd's Discounts store for a full refund.
YMI girls' hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The sweatshirts have drawstrings at the hood that pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sweatshirt from their child and remove the drawstrings or return the sweatshirt to a dd's Discounts store for a full refund.
O'Neill Pluto hooded flannel shirts Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings in the neck that can pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled sweatshirt from their child and remove the drawstring from the hooded flannel shirt, to eliminate the hazard, and return the garment to the place of purchase or to the company for a full refund.
M.M.M. Boys' Jogging Suits Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The jacket of this jogging suit has a drawstring at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors and it poses an entanglement hazard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jacket from their child and remove the waist drawstrings or return the product to a dd's Discounts store for a full refund.
Goddess Hooded Sweatshirts with drawstrings Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to a dd's Discounts store for a full refund.
Exmark Quest 42" ZRT Riding Mowers Recalled for Crash Hazard
Bearings supporting the riding mower's deck can fail and cause the deck to interfere with the operator's controls, resulting in a crash hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled mowers immediately and contact an Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair and/or to check if the repair has already been made to the mower. Exmark has contacted registered owners of the recalled mowers.
Farm Glass & Metal Spiral Tea Light Holder Recalled for Fire Hazard
Due to the design of the product, the tea lights can burn with a high flame, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the recalled spiral tea light holder and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops store to receive a full refund.
April 2012
Whoozit® Starry Time Rattle Recalled for Choking Hazard
The clear spheres on each end of the rattle can break, releasing small parts, posing a choking hazard to small children.
Consumers should immediately take these rattles away from young children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Gerber® Instant™ Knife Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The locking mechanism on the spring-assisted blade can fail to engage properly, causing the blade to fold during use, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Instant Knives and contact Gerber Legendary Blades to receive a free replacement.
Target Home Bunny Sippy Cup Recalled for Injury Hazard
The ear on the bunny sippy cup can poke a child in the eye area while using the cup for drinking, posing an injury hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sippy cups and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Teryx Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Recalled for Injury Hazard
The recalled products have been incorrectly labeled as having a higher occupant capacity than is safe. Operating the vehicle with additional occupants creates an injury or death hazard.
Consumers will receive a replacement glove compartment cover stating the correct occupant capacity in the mail. They can install it themselves with included instructions or contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free installation.
Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z computers Recalled for Fire Hazard
A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the power supply. Because additional systems and manufacturing dates have been added to the recall, even those customers who contacted Lenovo regarding the March 2012 recall should contact Lenovo again to verify if their system is part of this expanded program.
PUMA USA V-Konstruct Training Jacket with Pockets Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The jacket has a drawstring at the waist that has toggles and is not stitched to the back of the jacket. The drawstring could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors and it poses an entanglement hazard.
Consumers should stop using these recalled youth jackets immediately and return the product to the retailer to obtain a full refund.
Gems 3100 Pressure Detectors/Transducers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The transducer can fail to accurately detect water pressure in a fire suppression sprinkler system. This could cause the sprinkler system to fail to activate and pump water to the sprinklers in the event of a fire.
Contact Gems to receive enhanced twice monthly inspection instructions and information about a free replacement transducer, when warranted. End-users who use the 3100 Pressure Transducer in other applications in which water pressure is measured should contact Gems to determine if their units are affected.
Me Jane and "B-Hip Kids by Me Jane" girls' jackets with Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The jackets have drawstrings at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors and pose an entanglement hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard and contact Louise Paris for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
Classic Series Circular Saw Blade 3-Pack Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The saw blades can fall out of the bottom of the plastic packaging, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately contact the firm to receive a free storage container for the saw blades. Consumers should not disturb any saw blades that remain in the packaging but should store the saw blades in the packaging in a safe and secure location until the container arrives, then immediately transfer the saw blades to the container and discard the original packaging.
Digital Concepts Compact Travel Charger Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The plastic holding the screws can break, causing the screws to come loose and the casing to separate. This can expose energized components, exposing users to electrocution or electric shock.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery charger and contact Sakar International Inc. for a replacement product.
Miflex High Pressure Scuba Diving Hoses Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The diving hose can rupture reducing the available air supply to the diver, posing a drowning hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact XS Scuba to receive instructions for obtaining a free replacement hose.
Evanix Speed and Conquest Air Rifles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The safety switch can be overcome by pulling the trigger with force, allowing the rifle to fire, resulting in a serious injury or death.
Consumers should stop using the rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided free of charge to the consumer. All identified owners have been contacted.
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 bicycle frame modules equipped with TL-83 brake levers and return the levers or modules to authorized Specialized Bicycle Components retailers for free replacement brake levers.
Gas Grills Recalled for Fire Hazard
The regulator on the grill can leak propane gas, which can ignite, posing fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled grills and contact One World Technologies for a free replacement gas regulator for the grill.
Baja Motorsports DR50, DR70 Baja Dirt Bikes Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank can leak, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dirt bikes and contact Baja Motorsports to schedule a free repair.
Rockland Furniture Drop-side Cribs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The cribs' drop sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Nan Far Woodworking for a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop side. In the meantime, find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age.
GT, Giant and Trek Bicycles with SR Suntour Suspension Recalled for Fall Hazard
The suspension fork's internal support tubes can break and cause the rider to lose control, fall and crash.
Consumers should stop using bicycles with these forks immediately and return the bicycles to any authorized GT, Giant or Trek dealer for a free repair.
Utility and transport vehicles Recalled for Crash Hazard
The brake pedal mounting blocks can crack and separate, resulting in a loss of braking ability, resulting in a crash.
Club Car is providing a free replacement of the brake pedal mounting blocks. The firm is contacting its customers directly.
Viking dishwashers Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact Viking's hotline for a free in-home repair.
2010 through 2012 Model Year Bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The pedals can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycles and contact Public Bikes or an authorized Public Bikes dealer for free replacement pedals. The recalled pedals have a black spindle, the replacement pedal spindles are chrome.
Topeak Babyseat™ II Bicycle Carrier Seats Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A child can place his or her fingers in the opening at the grab bar's hinge mechanism. When the consumer lifts the grab bar to remove the child from the seat, the child's fingertips can be caught in the hinge mechanism, posing a laceration and fingertip amputation hazard to the child.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carrier seats and contact Todson to receive a free hinge cover retrofit kit.
Office Depot® Brand Biella Leather Desk Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The weld connecting the seat plate to the gas lift can fail, causing the chair to separate from the base. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Office Depot's recall hotline to receive a $55 store card that may be used for a replacement chair or other store merchandise.
Folding Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The chairs can collapse during normal use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact West Elm for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
Grass and Hedge Trimmers Recalled for Fire Hazard
Fuel can leak from the rubber spacer holding the fuel lines in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair.
March 2012
Toy truck gifts with boy's t-shirts Recalled for Fire Hazard
Connections in the toy trucks battery compartment can smolder or catch the trucks on fire, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately take the toy trucks from children and remove the battery. Consumers can contact Happy Shirts for instructions on returning the truck for a refund.
Feels Real Baby Dolls Recalled for Choking Hazard
The fingers and toes of the dolls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take these dolls away from children and contact the company for a free replacement doll.
Great American Opportunities Arena Lamp Recalled for Shock Hazard
The electrical design and construction of the lamps poses the risk of an electric shock to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the lamps immediately and contact Great American Opportunities for instructions on returning the lamps for a full refund.
Power foundations or adjustable bases for mattresses Recalled for Fire Hazard
Electrical components in the motor control board can fail and short causing overheating, which poses a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately unplug the power cord and stop using the power functions of the beds. Consumers should contact Leggett to arrange for a free in-home repair of the product or for a free modification kit and consumer installation instructions.
Push 'N Snap Cabinet Locks Recalled for Injury Hazard
Young children can disengage the cabinet locks, allowing access to cabinet contents and posing the risk of injury, due to dangerous or unsafe items.
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled locks from cabinets and contact DJG for a free replacement Push 'N Snap lock with model numbers HS158 or HS159. When removing the recalled locks, consumers are urged to immediately store dangerous items out of reach of children.
Easton Raptor Lacrosse Helmets Recalled for Injury Hazard
The chin bar can break, causing the wearer to suffer a jaw or facial injury.
Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and contact Easton Sports for a full refund.
Ceiling Fans Recalled for Fire Hazard
The two 60-watt light bulbs included with the ceiling fans exceed the fan's maximum wattage, which can cause the ceiling fans to overheat or fail. This poses fire and shock hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Westinghouse Lighting for two free replacement 40-watt light bulbs.
Snowboard Bindings Recalled for Fall Hazard
The binding's base plate can fracture from impact during use, posing a fall hazard to snowboarders.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bindings and return them to Bon Hiver for a free repair and a 20 percent refund of the purchase price.
Utility Vehicles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tube can scrape against the air cleaner housing and develop holes, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.
Lawn Tractors Recalled for Crash Hazard
A drive gear in the lawn tractor's hydrostatic transaxle can fail causing brake failure, posing a crash hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn tractors and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a repair from an authorized service provider.
4-in-1 Dramatic Play Theater Toys Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The recalled children's toys can unexpectedly tip over during play, posing an entrapment hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled product from children and contact Guidecraft to receive a refund or a replacement product.
Lenovo ThinkCentre M70z and M90z desktop computers Recalled for Fire Hazard
A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the power supply.
Umbro Boys' outerwear jackets Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The boys' jacket has a retractable elastic drawstring at the waist with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which poses an entrapment hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring and return the jacket to Umbro for a full refund.
Medicine Bottle Storage Containers Recalled for Safety Concern
The medicine container can open by applying pressure to the latch when it is locked. This could result in unauthorized access to medicine bottles in the container.
Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Locker Brand for a free return mailer. When the product is returned, Rx Locker will provide a full refund.
2 3/8 inch Arch Swing Sets Recalled for Fall Hazard
The welded connection of the sleeve joint to the arch support can crack or break. When this happens, the top swing beam can collapse causing children on the swings to fall and be injured.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets, remove the chain and swings and contact the firm for a free retrofit kit. BCI Burke is contacting owners directly by mail.
Bicycle Brake Cables for Road Bikes Recalled for Fall Hazard
When the brake cables are installed on Campagnolo® style brake levers, they can detach, causing the brakes to fail and posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should stop using their bicycles with these recalled brake cables if they are installed on a Campagnolo-style brake lever and contact Gore for a free replacement cable kit. Gore will reimburse consumers for the repair cost.
LED Night Light Recalled for Fire Hazard
An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights, remove them from the wall sockets and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a full refund.
