CPSC Recalls in 2013
290 recalls found
April 2013
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.
Consumers should stop using the recalled high-powered magnet sets immediately, take all associated individual magnets away from children and teenagers and contact Toys R Us as listed above for a full refund. Toys R Us will contact each purchasing customer directly to coordinate the recall. Returns of the magnet sets will not be accepted in stores.
Buckyballs and Buckycubes high-powered magnet sets Recalled for Injury Hazard
These products contain defects in the design, warnings and instructions, which pose a substantial risk of injury and death to children and teenagers.
Consumers should take the high-powered magnet sets and all associated individual magnets away from children and teenagers and contact the retailer from which they purchased the product to obtain instructions for their remedy.
One-piece footed infant clothing with a zipper Recalled for Choking Hazard
The zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled clothing away from infants and return it to Carter's for a full refund.
Aubree's and "Hearts" baby socks Recalled for Choking Hazard
The flowers and the bows on the baby socks can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled socks away from babies and remove the flowers or bows to eliminate the hazard, or return the socks to the place of purchase or Trumpette for a full refund or store credit.
Compact and Large Handgun Security Vaults Recalled for Safety Concern
The lock can fail and allow unintended access to the contents of the vault.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handgun vaults and contact Battenfeld Technologies to return the vault for a full refund.
100-pound Propane Cylinders Recalled for Fire Hazard
Fuel can leak from the thread connection between the cylinder and valve, posing a fire hazard if exposed to an ignition source.
Consumers should stop using the propane cylinders and call Manchester or go to the firm's website for instructions on having their gas cylinder inspected by a qualified propane equipment dealer and repaired if needed. A list of propane equipment distributors, RV distributors and retail distributors are listed on the firm's website at www.mantank.com on the "Distributors" page.
CE Tech 1,000 ft. Riser Cable Recalled for Fire Hazard
The riser cable does not meet fire resistance standards for riser cable, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should remove the recalled cable and return it to Home Depot for a full refund.
Urban Shredder Ride-On Toys Recalled for Fall Hazard
The Urban Shredder ride-on toys can unexpectedly accelerate and cause the rider to lose control, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy, disconnect the battery and return the shredder to the store where purchased for a refund or store credit.
Remote-Controlled Banshee 3 Channel helicopters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat and ignite the helicopter, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
Consumers should stop using the remote-controlled helicopters immediately and contact Midwest Trading Group for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Chest Freezers Recalled for Fire Hazard
A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer.
March 2013
Baby high chairs Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The front opening between the tray and seat bottom of the high chair can allow a child's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children when the child is not harnessed.
Consumers should stop using the high chairs immediately and contact BabyHome USA to receive a free crotch restraint repair kit.
Cherry model strollers Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The opening between the bumper bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed.
Consumers should immediately remove the bumper bar from the strollers and contact iCandy America Inc. to receive a free replacement bumper bar. Consumers can continue to use the strollers while awaiting the replacement bumper bar.
SuperCube 2000 Powered Subwoofers Recalled for Shock Hazard
An internal failure with the subwoofer's level input jack (RCA jack) results in a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the subwoofer in the theater system and contact Definitive Technology for a replacement.
Bell Full Throttle Bike Helmets Recalled for Fall Hazard
The buckle on the helmet's safety strap can release in an accident and allow the helmet to fall off the rider, posing a risk of head injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Bell Sports for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Bugaboo Americas Cameleon3 Strollers Recalled for Fall Hazard
The stroller's carrying handle can break and detach posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately remove the carry handle from the stroller's bassinet or seat and contact Bugaboo for a free replacement handle. While awaiting the replacement handle, consumers can continue to use the seat or bassinet when attached to the chassis but should not attempt to use the seat or bassinet separate from the chassis.
Basic Beat BB201 standard egg shaker Recalled for Choking Hazard
The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled egg shaker toy instruments away from young children and contact West Music for a free replacement product.
PT Domusindo Perdana 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 customer service at Modus Furniture International to get a free immobilizer kit that will immobilize the drop side. The immobilizer kits will be available in May 2013. In the meantime, parents are encouraged to find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on your child's age.
Filtrete™ room air purifiers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled air purifier and contact 3M to obtain a prepaid shipping box to return the product for a free replacement.
Whitewater Kayaking and Rafting Helmets Recalled for Injury Hazard
The chinstrap buckle can fail, posing a head injury hazard to users.
Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact WRSI for a free replacement or full refund.
Bass Guitar Amplifiers Recalled for Fall Hazard
A nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using, unplug the amplifiers and contact tc electronic for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product.
Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes Recalled for Crash Hazard
The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop riding bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact Magura USA for a free repair.
Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled buoyancy compensators and return the two weight pockets to an authorized Aqua Lung dealer to receive a free inspection and free replacement for recalled weight pocket handles.
Cargo Bikes Recalled for Injury Hazard
Passengers' feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cargo bikes and contact Yuba Bicycles to receive free wheel covers/wheelskirts and have them installed at no cost.
LED Light Bulbs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The bulbs can overheat during use, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately remove the bulbs from sockets and lamps and contact Light Science Group for replacement bulbs.
Cha Cha and Cha Cha 2 girls' boots Recalled for Fall Hazard
The zipper pulls on the boots can become entangled posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled boots away from children and return the boots for a full refund.
Battery-powered BrightLight™ blankets Recalled for Burn Hazard
The batteries in the blanket can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and contact IdeaVillage for a free replacement blanket. IdeaVillage is contacting its customers directly.
Children's Pajamas 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 take the recalled pajamas away from children and return them to any UNIQLO store for a full refund.
Imaginarium Activity Walkers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The small bolt and spacer that attaches each front wheel to the walker can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using the recalled walker immediately, put it out of reach of young children and return it to a Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit.
Nu-Flame Vivo and Vivido wall mounted fireplaces Recalled for Fire Hazard
Overfilling or spilling fuel while attempting to refill fireplace fuel cups while in place can lead to the fuel cup being ejected from the fireplace, posing a fire or burn hazard to the user, bystanders or items nearby.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall mounted fireplace and contact Blueworld/Nu-Flame to receive a free repair. All known purchasers have been notified of the recall.
Break-Barrel Air Rifle Recalled for Injury Hazard
The air gun can discharge while the safety is engaged, posing a risk of injury to consumers and those nearby.
Consumers should return recalled Swiss Arms air rifles to Sports Authority for a full refund.
Women's high-heel shoes Recalled for Fall Hazard
The heels on the shoes can become unstable, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled shoes and return them to a White House | Black Market store to receive a merchandise card for the full purchase price of the shoes, or contact White House | Black Market to receive instructions for returning the shoes by mail.
Santa Cruz Jr. Youth Snorkeling Masks Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Notches in the tempered glass can cause the lens to break under certain water pressure, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled masks and contact U.S. Divers for a replacement mask.
Martinique LX Jr. Youth Snorkeling Mask Sets Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Notches in the tempered glass lens on the mask can break under certain water pressure, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled masks and contact U.S. Divers for a replacement mask.
Garlic Slicers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A blade on the garlic slicer can unexpectedly dislodge during use, posing a laceration hazard to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled garlic slicers and contact The Pampered Chef for a replacement product.
Stackable Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The weld connecting the legs to the seat can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Regency for a free replacement chair.
Ariens Snow-Thro 24-inch snow blower Recalled for Safety Concern
The snow blower's carburetor bowl nut can allow gas to escape from the unit.
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to an authorized Briggs and Stratton dealer for a repair.
Style my Room by Justice Disco Lights Recalled for Shock Hazard
The electrical wiring in the lamp base is accessible and the lamp can overheat, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled lamp and return it to any Justice store for a full refund.
February 2013
SlumberWorld Mattresses Recalled for Fire Hazard
The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should contact SlumberWorld to receive a free repair, a two-inch mattress support to be placed under the recalled mattress. The additional mattress support brings the recalled mattress into compliance. SlumberWorld is contacting its customers directly.
Pre-lit artificial Christmas trees Recalled for Burn Hazard
The remote control receiver box attached to the Christmas tree can overheat and melt, posing burn and shock hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the Christmas tree's remote control units and contact Balsam Hill for free replacement remote control devices. Balsam Hill is contacting its customers directly.
One-cup Coffeemakers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The coffeemaker can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled coffee makers and contact Jerdon Style for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
Easy Go XP Lock Via Ferrata Lanyards Recalled for Injury Hazard
The elastic webbing on the lanyards can deteriorate over time and break while in use, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lanyards and contact Liberty Mountain for a refund or replacement.
Ryobi Lithium 18 V 4Ah Battery Pack Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery pack can overheat and burst while on a charger, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately remove the battery from the charger, stop using the recalled battery pack and contact One World Technologies for instructions on the free shipping and repair of the recalled product.
Motor Scooters with Hello Kitty graphics Recalled for Fall Hazard
The scooters can accelerate suddenly while in use, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Consumers should immediately stop using the City Scooter, disconnect the battery and return it to the nearest Toys R Us store to receive a full refund or store credit.
Motor Scooters with Monster High graphics Recalled for Fall Hazard
The scooters can accelerate suddenly while in use, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Consumers should immediately stop using the City Scooter, disconnect the battery and return it to the nearest Walmart store to receive a full refund or store credit.
Homelite Electric Blower Vacuums Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact Homelite for a full refund.
Expert Gardener Electric Blower Vacuums Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Objects that are drawn into the unit during vacuum mode can break through the plastic housing, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower vacuums and contact OWT Industries Inc. for a full refund.
Task*It 1-UP folding step stool Recalled for Fall Hazard
The folding step stool can crack or break and collapse, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the folding step stool and contact Cramer LLC for a free replacement step stool.
Utility Vehicles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The oil filter can leak, posing a fire hazard. Pinholes or cracks have been identified in oil filters installed by the engine supplier which were not manufactured to specification.
Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John Deere dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled utility vehicles directly.
Beamerzzz™ Stuffed Animals with LED Flashlight Recalled for Laceration Hazard
LED flashlight wires can protrude through the stuffed toy, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Purr-Fection by MJC for a replacement toy.
Dual-Wattage Travel Converter Kits Recalled for Fire Hazard
The converter can overheat if a load in excess of 50 watts is applied to the converter while in the 50-watt setting. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled travel converters and contact Samsonite to return the product for a full refund.