CPSC Recalls in 2013
290 recalls found
June 2013
Baby Bath Seats Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The bath seats fail to meet federal safety standards, including the requirements for stability. Specifically, the bath seats can tip over, posing a risk of drowning to babies.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bath seats and contact BeBeLove for a full refund.
Idea Baby Bath Seats Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The bath seats fail to meet federal safety standards, including the requirements for stability. Specifically, the bath seats can tip over, posing a risk of drowning to babies.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bath seats and contact Chelsea & Scott for instructions to receive a full refund.
Teak Shower Stool Recalled for Fall Hazard
The wood seat of the shower stool can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled stool, disassemble and discard all parts except for one leg. Hammacher Schlemmer is sending a prepaid mailer to known customers to return the stool leg. Customers who haven't received a prepaid mailer should contact Hammacher Schlemmer. Upon receipt of a stool leg, Hammacher Schlemmer will issue a full refund to the payment card used to purchase the stool and send a $25 Hammacher Schlemmer gift certificate to the customer.
Metro 6-piece Outdoor Seating Group and Montero 4-piece Recalled for Fall Hazard
The swivel bases on the chairs in the seating groups can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using these seating groups and return to a Sam's Club location or call Sam's Club to receive a full refund and schedule a pick-up of the products. Sam's Club has notified all known purchasers of the recalled products.
Cedar Lake Propane Heater/Cooker Recalled for Fire Hazard
The regulator on the heater/cooker malfunctions when a user switches from a cooking to heating option, or vice versa, the gas propane turns to liquid, which can flare easily and pose a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the company for information about how to return the product and receive a full refund.
Joanna Girl's Sandal Recalled for Choking Hazard
The metal flower on the shoe can detach, posing a choking hazard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from children and contact Stride Rite to receive a prepaid envelope for the return of the shoes. Upon return, customers will receive a voucher for the purchase price redeemable at Stride Rite stores or striderite.com.
Salsa Bicycle Forks Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bicycle fork can bend above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled Salsa Vaya and La Cruz bicycle forks and contact a Salsa dealer for a free inspection, replacement fork or a full refund.
High-Powered Magnets distributed with Adobe Connect™ "E Recalled for Injury Hazard
When two or more magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside a child's intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects.
Consumers should immediately stop using the magnets and either discard them or contact Adobe for instructions on returning the magnets.
Metal Halide Lamps Recalled for Fire Hazard
The internal wiring can arc causing the lamp to catch fire or the glass to shatter. This poses fire and laceration hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps and contact Philips for a full refund or a replacement. Philips will issue a refund as a credit to all distributors with recalled lamps in their inventories and will replace recalled lamps that have been installed at no cost to the consumer.
Target-Mins™ Iron Supplement Bottles Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The packaging is not child-resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The supplement tablets inside the bottle contain iron, which can cause serious injury or death to young children if multiple tablets are ingested at once.
Consumers should immediately place recalled bottles out of the reach of children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or a replacement bottle.
Gerber® Bear Grylls Parang Machete with stitched sheath Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The Parang machete can cut through the stitching of the sheaths when the blade is taken from or replaced in the sheath, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately store the covered Parang machete in a safe area away from children. Contact Gerber Legendary Blades to receive a free replacement fully-riveted sheath.
LYDA jumbo cups Recalled for Burn Hazard
The cups can break when hot liquid is poured into them, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled LYDA jumbo cups and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
DiveAlert and DiveAlert PLUS signaling devices Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The signaling device can malfunction when used and restrict the diver's air flow, posing a drowning hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled DiveAlert signaling devices and return them to an authorized DiveAlert dealer or to DiveAlert for a free repair. The repair consists of replacing the defective female coupling.
May 2013
Teavana Glass Tea Tumblers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The glass tea tumblers can break or shatter unexpectedly, posing laceration and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the glass tea tumblers and return them to a Teavana store location (except for three stores; Columbia Mall, Columbia, Maryland; Dallas Fort Worth Airport, Arlington, Texas; or Galleria Mall, Fort Lauderdale, Florida) for a free replacement metallic tea tumbler and a complimentary 2 oz. package of Opus Rouge Rooibos Tea. Consumers returning tumblers or glasses sold as part of sets will receive a replacement tumbler and package of tea for each tumbler or glass in that set.
Dan-Dee "Chicken Dance" Tap Dance Easter Chicks Recalled for Safety Concern
The toy's music can reach decibel levels that exceed ASTM F963 standard, posing a hearing damage hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the toy and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Competition/Closed Course and Enduro Motorcycles Recalled for Crash Hazard
During use, the throttle cable can malfunction and result in an uncontrollable throttle. This poses a crash hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled KTM and Husaberg motorcycles and contact a KTM or Husaberg authorized dealer to schedule a free repair.
Abaca and Wood Dining Side Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The connections between the legs and frame of the chairs can flex, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to their local furniture retailer where purchased for a free replacement chair of comparable value or a full refund.
Children's Water Bottles Recalled for Choking Hazard
The water bottle's spout can break off, posing a choking hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the water bottle and call H&M to receive a prepaid mailer to return the bottle. Upon receipt of the returned bottle, consumers will be mailed a full refund plus a $25 H&M gift card.
Sweet Lambie Crib Bumper Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The thread in the decorative stitching on the bumper can loosen, posing an entanglement hazard to infants.
Consumers should immediately check the tag on the bumper for the month and year of manufacture and stop using the bumper if the date is 04/2009 through 07/2012. Consumers with recalled bumpers should contact Pottery Barn Kids for instructions on how to return the bumpers to receive a gift card in the amount of a full refund or a replacement bumper and to receive free return shipping for recalled bumpers.
Children's two-piece pajama sets Recalled for Burn Hazard
The pajamas fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the pajamas and contact Vive La Fete for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
GNU Snowboard Bindings Recalled for Fall Hazard
The ankle straps can break posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the bindings and contact Mervin Manufacturing for instructions for receiving free replacement straps.
Area Rugs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The rugs fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rugs and contact Nourison for instructions on how to return the rug for a full refund or replacement, including shipping.
Insolroll Solar Powered and Rechargeable Motor Roller S Recalled for Fire Hazard
The motor of these roller shades has a built-in lithium battery that can overheat while being charged, posing a fire risk.
Consumers should immediately unplug the solar panel charger or unplug the plug-in charger and contact your Insolroll dealer to receive a free replacement motor and installation instructions. If dealer unknown, contact Insolroll for a list of dealers.
Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank's pressure relief valve can malfunction, causing the tank to expand and rub against the transmission drive belt and drive cooling fan. This can wear a hole in the fuel tank and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Kubota for a free repair. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.
Lea Panel, Loft and Bunk Beds Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bed's side mattress support rails can break, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the beds and contact Lea Industries to receive free replacement side rails for the beds.
Deezo boys and girls zip-up hoodies Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the garments away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garments to Zulily for a full refund. Contact Zulily to obtain a return address label and instructions for returning the garment.
Microwave Popcorn Makers Recalled for Fire Hazard
When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely use the microwave popcorn maker. The new instructions can also be obtained from independent Avon representatives and on Avon's website under the Product Recall section.
Anywhere Lounger Bean Bag Chairs Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
Bean bag chairs without a permanent zipper closure allow young children to unzip, ingest or inhale the small beads inside of the bean bag chair, posing a suffocation and strangulation hazard.
Consumers should immediately take the Anywhere Lounger away from young children, inspect the bean bag chair to see if the exterior zipper can be opened and if the zipper on your chair can open contact Powell Company to receive a free Safety Enhancement Repair Kit.
Portable Infrared Radiant Quartz Electric Space Heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heater design can fail to prevent ignition of nearby combustible materials that come in contact with the unit, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Optimus to request a free replacement heater. Consumers have the option of a comparable ceramic heater or new model quartz radiant heater, model H-5510, which will be available after August 2013.
Touch Point Portable Baseboard Convection Heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return the product to a Meijer customer service desk for a full refund.
Portable Heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heaters can overheat posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the heaters and return the product to any Family Dollar Stores location for a full refund.
Toro® Z Master® Riding Mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The idler pulley can rub against the mower's fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled mowers immediately and contact a Toro dealer to schedule a free repair and/or to check if the repair has already been made to the mower. Toro has contacted registered owners of the recalled mowers.
Surly Pugsley Bicycle Forks Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bicycle fork can bend above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled Surly bicycle fork and contact a Surly dealer for a free inspection and replacement or a full refund.
5-Tray Dehydrator with Digital Timer Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fan can fail causing the unit to overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the dehydrator and contact LEM Products Distribution for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product. LEM is offering a one year warranty extension and a $10 discount coupon, which can be used towards a LEM catalog or online purchase, to all consumers who return their recalled units for repair.
Louisville Slugger® OneX Fastpitch softball bat Recalled for Safety Concern
The bat's barrel can separate from the handle during use and strike people nearby.
Consumers should immediately stop using the bat and contact Hillerich and Bradsby for a free replacement bat and the choice of an additional free item.
April 2013
Cub Cadet 2011 Commercial Zero Turn Mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
Fuel can leak from the vent valve grommet on top of the fuel tank during operation, posing a risk of fire.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an authorized Cub Cadet service dealer for a free repair. Cub Cadet is contacting its customers directly.
Dollies Recalled for Choking Hazard
The hands on the plush dolls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled dolls away from the child and return the dolls to The Land of Nod for a full merchandise credit.
Chandeliers Recalled for Shock Hazard
Defective wiring can conduct electricity to the chandeliers' metal parts, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chandeliers, turn off the chandelier's power supply and contact Currey & Company instructions on how to obtain a free replacement chandelier, including shipping, or free repair of the chandelier by a licensed electrician.
Cervélo Bicycles with Aura Pro Handlebars Recalled for Injury Hazard
The bicycle's handlebar clamps can detach during riding causing the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury.
Consumers should stop using their bicycles immediately and contact 3T Design to obtain a free repair kit that includes four replacement bolts and instructions. Consumers can follow the instructions to replace the handlebar's bolts or take the bicycle to a Cervélo authorized dealer for a free repair.
Gingham Bunny forks and spoons for babies Recalled for Choking Hazard
The pink coloring on the bunny's ears can come off, posing choking and ingestion hazards to babies.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled flatware away from infants and contact Reed and Barton for a full refund or free replacement flatware.
Girl's Three-Piece Clothing Set Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The vest sold with these sets has a faux half-belt sewn into the side seams with a hook and eye closure at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors and it poses an entanglement hazard.
Consumers should immediately detach the faux half-belt from the side seams of the vest to eliminate the hazard, or return the set to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Giada De Laurentiis Ceramic 9x13 Inch Lasagna Pan Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The pan can break causing sharp edges and posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lasagna pans and return them to any Target store for a full refund. Consumers who purchased the pan as part of the six-piece set should return the lasagna pan only.
Floor Lamps Recalled for Shock Hazard
A failure of the lamp's joint locking mechanisms can cause the lamp to collapse and the electrical cord to spark, posing injury and shock hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled lamp and return it to West Elm for a full refund, including return shipping.
Mini Boden Chunky Cord Dungarees Recalled for Choking Hazard
The studs and clasps on the pants can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and small children.
Consumers should immediately take the pants away from children and contact J.P. Boden to receive a postage paid envelope for returning the pants to get a refund.
Infant Froggy Socks Recalled for Choking Hazard
The stitched knit frog face and feet on the socks can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled froggy socks away from infants and young children, return the socks to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store for a full refund or send the socks to Classic Characters for a full refund plus shipping. Send to Classic Characters, 1320 Route 9, Champlain, N.Y. 12919 via UPS ground or US Postal Service.
High-Pressure Scuba Diving Air Hoses Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The diving hose that connects the regulator to the tank's pressure gauge can leak, posing a drowning hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses and contact Trident Diving Equipment for a free replacement hose.
2012 Huffy® 20-Inch Slider Tricycle Recalled for Fall Hazard
The handlebar can unexpectedly loosen while in use, causing the rider to lose control. This poses crash and fall hazards for the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using the tricycle and contact Huffy for instructions on how to obtain a refund.
12-volt heated jacket liners Recalled for Burn Hazard
A defective wire connector can cause the jacket liner to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the jacket liners and contact Gerbings, LLC for a free repair or replacement liner.
Children's Wooden Puzzles Recalled for Choking Hazard
Small pegs on the puzzle boards can loosen and separate from the boards, posing a choking hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately take the puzzles away from children and contact Small World Toys for a free replacement toy. After contacting Small World Toys, the recalled toys should be destroyed and disposed of in a manner to prevent future use.
Buckyballs high-powered magnet sets Recalled for Injury Hazard
When two or more magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside a child's intestines and clamp onto body tissues, causing intestinal obstructions, perforations, sepsis and death. Internal injury from magnets can pose serious lifelong health effects.
Overstock.com will contact each purchasing customer directly to coordinate the recall. Consumers should stop using the recalled high-powered magnet sets immediately, take all associated individual magnets away from children and teenagers, and contact Overstock.com for a full refund.