CPSC Recalls in 2014
296 recalls found
August 2014
Arctic Cat snowmobiles Recalled for Fire Hazard
Fuel can leak from the fuel line assembly, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled snowmobiles immediately and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting its customers directly.
Electric space heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Customers should immediately turn off and unplug the electric space heater and contact Vornado for instructions on how to receive a free replacement unit, including free shipping.
ESL and Interlogix brand 400/500 series smoke detectors Recalled for Fire Hazard
Radio frequency interference can cause the smoke detectors to fail to alert consumers of a fire.
Customers should immediately contact their security or fire system provider to determine if any of their units are included in the recall. If so, they will receive free replacement and free installation of new smoke detectors. Consumers should not take the alarms out of service until the replacement alarm has been installed. Only professional installers should remove and replace these units.
DD Brand Tin Candles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The candle's high flame can ignite the surface of the wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby. Consumers with a receipt will receive a full refund, without a receipt a store credit will be issued. Online purchasers should contact CoScentrix for instructions on returning the product.
HDR Stirrup Leathers Recalled for Fall Hazard
The stirrup leather can crack and break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using the stirrup leathers and contact JPC for a full refund.
Fisherman's and Open Stitch Children's Sweaters Recalled for Choking Hazard
The spare button attached to the label on the inside seam of the sweaters can detach, posing a choking hazard.
Consumers should immediately remove the spare button attached to label located on the inside seam of the sweaters to eliminate the hazard.
Lea lighted night stands Recalled for Burn Hazard
The light fixture under the night stand can overheat and scorch carpet, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately unplug the night stand light from the outlet and contact Lea Industries to arrange for a free repair and a $50 gift card. Only night stands with a light fixture are included in this recall.
VIZIO E-Series 39-inch and 42-inch televisions Recalled for Tip-Over Hazard
The stand assembly can fail and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly, posing a risk of impact injury to the consumer.
Consumers using the stand assembly should immediately detach the stand, place the television in a safe location and contact VIZIO for a replacement stand assembly. Consumers with wall-mounted televisions should request the replacement stand assembly in case the stand is needed for future use.
Scubapro Aladin2 dive computers, commonly referred to a Recalled for Injury Hazard
The dive computer can leak and stop working, posing a risk of injury due to decompression sickness.
Consumers should immediately stop using the dive computers and return them to an authorized SCUBAPRO dealer or contact Johnson Outdoors Diving for a free replacement.
Spencer Bar Stool Recalled for Fall Hazard
The footrest can crack, compromising the strength of the bar stool, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bar stools and return them to the Costco store where the item was purchased for a full refund.
Aquarium heaters Recalled for Shock Hazard
The heaters are insufficiently grounded, posing a risk of electrical shock to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately stop using the heater, unplug it, remove it from the aquarium and return it to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
July 2014
Welding torch handles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The torch handles can leak oxygen or fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled torch handles and contact Harris Products Group to receive a free replacement.
Avigo 20-inch Turn N' Burn Youth Bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The front wheel on the bicycle can detach, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle and contact Dynacraft to arrange for a free repair.
Recreational off-highway vehicles Recalled for Injury Hazard
The vehicle's floor boards can allow a stick or other debris to break through and protrude into the foot rest area, posing an injury hazard to the operator and front passenger.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact and authorized Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair, consisting of the installation of floor board guards.
Philips "Lightolier" brand AF4SY Decorative Glass Lens Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The decorative glass lens can shatter and result in falling pieces of glass, posing a risk of laceration to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately remove the recalled glass lens and contact Philips Lighting for a free replacement unit.
Tommee Tippee® Monitor with Movement Sensor Pad Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
Child can pull sensor pad cord into crib and wrap around the neck, posing a strangulation hazard.
Consumers should immediately make sure all monitor cords are out of reach of the child and contact Mayborn USA for a free cord cover kit that includes rigid protective cord covers through which the sensor pad cords can be threaded, a new, permanent electric cord warning label about the strangulation risk, and revised instructions.
Metabo Ergo series 6-inch angle grinders Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The on/off switch can stick in the "On" position, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the angle grinders and should contact Metabo to receive a free repair or replacement.
Glass Beverage Dispenser Recalled for Injury Hazard
The metal stand supporting the glass dispenser can break, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the glass beverage dispenser and metal support stand and return the set to a Publix Super Markets store for a full refund.
Donovan Bar Stools Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bar stool footrest can break, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bar stools and contact Pottery Barn for a replacement stool. Pottery Barn is notifying all known consumers.
Dream On Me Dinah High Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The leg or side opening of the chair can allow a child's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck or fall from the chair. This poses a strangulation and fall hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled high chairs and contact Dream On Me to receive a free repair kit.
Mountain bikes Recalled for Crash Hazard
The brakes can fail to stop riders within the distances required by federal regulation, posing a crash hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and return them to Sports Authority for a free repair. East Coast Cycle Supply is contacting consumers directly.
Sparrow Cribs Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The slats/spindles and top rail can detach from the cribs and pose an entrapment hazard to a child.
Consumers should immediately stop using the cribs and contact Oeuf to receive a free repair kit.
USB car charger adapters, power adapters and 8-pin char Recalled for Fire Hazard
Improperly mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the phone accessories and return the product to a store where sold or send to Popkiller Headquarters for a full merchandise credit.
GT downhill mountain bicycles Recalled for Crash Hazard
The wheel hubs can break and cause the brake system to fail, posing crash and injury hazards to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and return them to the nearest authorized GT dealer to have the complete front and rear wheels replaced free of charge.
Resin Wicker Outdoor Patio Set Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The rear legs of the chair can break, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled chairs and return the set or chairs to any Christmas Tree Shops, andThat!, or Christmas Tree Shops andThat! to receive a full refund for the set or $17.50 for each chair.
Fitness resistance bands with door anchor attachment Recalled for Injury Hazard
A black plastic ball attached to the resistance band's door anchor can unexpectedly release and strike the user, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the door attachment and contact Bollinger Fitness on instruction on how to receive a free replacement door attachment, including free shipping.
ProLED bulbs Recalled for Burn Hazard
The LED bulbs can overheat and fall onto consumers below, posing impact and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled LED bulbs, remove the bulbs from the fixture and contact Halco for free replacement LED bulbs.
Panadol Advance® 100 count caplets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The packaging is not child-resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. These products contain acetaminophen which is required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act to be sealed with child-resistant packaging.
Consumers should immediately place the product out of a child's sight and reach, and contact GSK for a refund.
Power adaptor/chargers (promotional giveaway) Recalled for Burn Hazard
The adaptors can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adaptors/chargers and throw them away.
MTech USA Karambit Neck Knife and Sheath Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The sheath does not hold the knife securely, allowing the knife to fall out of the sheath unexpectedly. This poses a risk of laceration to the consumer.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled knife and sheath, store the knife and sheath in a safe area and contact Master Cutlery for instructions on obtaining a free replacement sheath.
Charging Kits Recalled for Fire Hazard
The wall charger can overheat and emit smoke and sparks, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The prongs on the charger can detach and remain in the electrical outlet, posing a risk of electrical shock.
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the USB wall charger and contact Lifeguard Press to return the charging kit for a full refund.
Big Sword Fountain Devices Recalled for Burn Hazard
The handheld fountain device can unexpectedly explode, posing a risk of impact and burn to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks devices and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.
Fixed-base routers and router bases Recalled for Shock Hazard
The router base handles are not insulated, posing an electric shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled routers and router bases, unplug the routers and contact Porter-Cable for a free replacement router base with insulation on the handles.
Single Stage Snow Thrower Recalled for Fire Hazard
Exposure to Chinese gasoline for extended periods of time while testing the product overseas caused the carburetor needle to become corroded and allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using their snow thrower and contact All-Power to obtain a free repair.
Personal computers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The computers' lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled personal computers, shut it down and unplug it; and contact Sony for instructions on how to arrange for an inspection free of charge to the consumer and a free repair or full refund of the computer's purchase price.
June 2014
Canister shell fireworks kits Recalled for Burn Hazard
The shell can blow up in the tube during firing, posing impact and burn hazards to the user and bystanders.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks kits and return them to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.
Napoleon GD3200-P and GD3200B-P Propane Gas Fireplaces Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The pressure from the ignition of the propane gas can cause the glass front to break, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their local Napoleon Fireplace Hearth Dealer to arrange a service call to have a free upgrade kit installed on their fireplace. The upgrade kit must be installed by a qualified gas appliance technician.
Digital Electric Piano Recalled for Shock Hazard
The AC power cord can be connected to the XLR output jacks, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the pianos, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and the piano and contact Roland U.S. for a free repair kit or to locate an authorized dealer or service center to have the repair kit installed free of charge.
Wine Access System Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The system can cause wine bottles to break during pressurization, posing a risk of lacerations.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wine access system and contact Coravin for a free repair kit that includes a neoprene wine bottle sleeve to contain broken glass when a bottle breaks and updated instructions and warnings. The wine access system should not be used on wine bottles with damages or flaws.
Julie Vos women's scarves Recalled for Burn Hazard
The scarves fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel and pose a risk of burn injury to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scarves and contact Julie Vos to arrange to return the scarves for a full refund. Julie Vos will provide a pre-paid postage label for shipping.
SR Suntour forks on model year 2011 through 2013 Scott Recalled for Crash Hazard
The front fork can break, posing a crash hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles. Consumers with recalled Scott bicycles should take them to an authorized Scott dealer for a free repair of the NEX model or a free replacement lower fork for the NCX model. Consumers with recalled Trek bicycles should take them to an authorized Trek dealer for a free repair of NEX, XCM and XCT models or a free replacement of the NRX model.
Trane XB300 and American Standard Silver SI Air Conditi Recalled for Shock Hazard
The ground screws used in some units do not have the two threads required to provide sufficient grounding, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately turn off the cooling unit via the main breaker switch and check the model information. Consumers with recalled air conditioning systems should contact Trane or their installer or service dealer for instructions on scheduling a free inspection and repair.
Tern Folding Bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bike's frame can crack at the hinge on the top tube, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the bicycles and contact Stile Products or take the bike to an authorized dealer. Consumers will receive a free replacement frame and have it installed at no cost or they can upgrade their bike to one of three designated models at an additional cost.
Personal Emergency Reporting System (PERS) Transmitters Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The batteries used in the transmitters can fail to emit a low battery warning leading the user to believe the transmitter is functioning and not generate a warning.
Consumers should immediately contact Linear to receive a new replacement transmitter at no cost.
Reebok TCPRE Senior and Junior Goalie Throat Collars Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Throat collars have been decertified by BNQ in Canada due to the risk that a skate blade could penetrate the collar, posing a laceration hazard to the throat.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled throat collars and contact their local hockey dealer to return the product for a full refund or replacement, or contact Reebok-CCM for information on how to return the product directly to Reebok-CCM for a replacement or full refund.
Travel Charger Kits for Nokia Lumia 2520 Tablets Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The plastic cover on the charger's exchangeable plugs can come loose and separate, exposing internal components that pose an electrocution hazard if touched while the plug remains in a live socket.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and contact Nokia for instructions on receiving a full refund from Verizon Wireless or a credit from AT&T for the travel chargers and both will provide a free replacement U.S.-only charger for their Nokia Lumia 2520 tablet.
Brooks Furniture Glider Rockers Recalled for Fall Hazard
The spindles in the glider base can separate while rocking, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should stop using the glider rocker and contact Brooks Furniture to receive a free replacement base.
26-inch Table Lamp Recalled for Fire Hazard
Improper wiring can pose shock and fire hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled lamps and return the lamp to the nearest Value City Furniture or American Signature Furniture store for a full refund or store credit equal to their purchase price. American Signature is contacting all known consumers directly.
Wilson and Fisher brand Cayman Resin Wicker Ottoman Recalled for Fall Hazard
The center of the ottoman can collapse during normal use, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ottomans and return them to any Big Lots store for a $50 refund each. Customers will be allowed to keep the remaining pieces in the sets.
Hitachi Koki Pneumatic Nailer Recalled for Fire Hazard
The pneumatic nailers can jam and override the safety switch that permits only one nail to fire at a time, posing an injury risk.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nailers and contact Hitachi Koki U.S.A. for instructions on how to return the product for a free repair.