CPSC Recalls in 2015
305 recalls found
December 2015
Origin8 folding bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The frame on the folding bicycles can break, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a free replacement bicycle.
KTM Competition/Closed Course Off-Road Motorcycles Recalled for Fire Hazard
Under extreme riding conditions, fuel can escape from the tank breather assembly. This poses a risk of fire and injury to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled motorcycles and contact an authorized KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. KTM is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled product directly.
Martha Stewart Collection™ 10-piece Stainless Steel Coo Recalled for Injury Hazard
The metal discs that cover the frying pan's rivets can pop off and hit consumers, posing an injury hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the 8- and 10-inch frying pans from the cookware set. The other items from the cookware set are not affected by this recall. Consumers who purchased the cookware sets from Macy's or macys.com should return the frying pans to Macy's or macys.com for a store credit for the full value of the two frying pans. Consumers who purchased the cookware sets from a Military Exchange should return the frying pans to the Military Exchange for a full refund.
Tealight Holders Recalled for Fire Hazard
The diameter of the hole in the top hat is too small, which can allow heat to build up and create cracks in the surface, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the tealight holder and contact the firm for instructions on returning the product for a full refund. The firm is contacting consumers directly.
John Deere zero-turn lawn mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
A fuel hose could have been cut during manufacturing, allowing fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled zero-turn lawn mowers and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. After identifying four reports of cut fuel hoses during the manufacturing process, John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled lawn mowers directly.
Breville Fast Slow Cookers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The sealing gasket can be incorrectly inserted upside down on the lid which can allow the unexpected release of built-up pressure. This poses a risk of burns to the user or consumers nearby.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure cookers and contact Breville for a replacement sealing gasket and updated instructions.
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Heat Pump Recalled for Fire Hazard
The power cord plug can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using and unplug the recalled units, and contact Carrier to receive a free replacement cord.
Casablanca ceiling fans Recalled for Fall Hazard
The fan motor and attached blades can separate from the adapter when operating in reverse updraft mode, causing the fan motor and blades to fall, posing an injury hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Casablanca for a free in-home inspection and repair.
Bean bag chairs Recalled for Choking Hazard
The recalled bean bag chairs have two zippers, including an outer zipper that does not have a pull tab and another zipper directly underneath that zipper. Although the outer zipper on the bean bag chair does not have a pull tab, children can open it. Once they have opened the outer zipper, they can open the inner zipper which contains the foam beads and crawl inside. Children can suffocate or choke on these foam beads.
To prevent another death, consumers should check the outside zipper on their bean bag chair to ensure that it has a metal staple to disable the outer zipper. If it does not have a metal staple, take the recalled bean bag chair away from children immediately and contact Ace Bayou for the free repair kit to permanently disable the zipper.
Splash! and PAL pool lifts Recalled for Fall Hazard
Welds securing the lift base plate and/or mast can break, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pool lifts and contact S.R. Smith for a free replacement base and/or mast assembly.
Focus Izalco Max Bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The headset could cause the carbon-fiber fork steer tube to crack, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Focus Bicycles to schedule a free repair.
Skip Hop crib mobiles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The strap attaching the product to the crib rail can break, posing an injury hazard if the product falls on the infant in the crib.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mobiles and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a $75 coupon towards the purchase of a new Skip Hop product.
JHBL LED Fixtures Recalled for Fall Hazard
The metal hub used to mount the light fixtures to the ceiling can break and allow the fixture to fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.
Consumers should immediately contact Lithonia Lighting to receive a free chain to secure the fixture to the ceiling. Lithonia Lighting is contacting all known customers.
Teryx recreational off-highway vehicles Recalled for Injury Hazard
Sticks or other debris can break through the vehicle's floor board 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 an authorized Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair, consisting of the installation of floor board guards and replacing damaged floorboards. Consumers with previously repaired vehicles should contact Kawasaki dealers to receive this additional repair.
Assured Burn Relief Gel Recalled for Burn Hazard
The packaging is not child resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The burn relief gel contains lidocaine, posing a poisoning risk if swallowed.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled burn relief gel and take the gel to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Polaris Snowmobiles Recalled for Crash Hazard
The steering pitman arm or drag link can crack and result in a loss of steering, posing a crash hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner.
Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROV) Recalled for Fire Hazard
The vehicles' oil drain line can leak, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner.
Electrical transformers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The circuit breaker in the transformer can fail to trip, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.
Manufacturers and distributors should immediately stop distributing the recalled transformers and contact Basler to receive free replacement transformers. Due to the risk of shock, consumers should not attempt to open or replace the recalled transformers on their own but should contact the manufacturer of their product for further instructions. Basler has notified manufacturers and distributors about the recall directly.
Blower/Vac Recalled for Fire Hazard
The blower/vac's motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.
Boulder Ridge Dining Room Table Recalled for Injury Hazard
A stress fracture can form in the table, posing an injury hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the stop using the recalled table and contact the Jofran dealer where the table was purchased to schedule a free repair.
Limoss lithium ion battery power packs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery power packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery power packs and contact Limoss for a free replacement.
Technical Consumer Products (TCP) and Great Value LED l Recalled for Shock Hazard
Water can enter the lamp in wet location applications, posing an electric shock hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately shut off power to the lights, remove the lamps to check the item number/date code of the recall, and contact TCP to receive a free replacement lamp with installation instructions.
Utility Vehicles Recalled for Fire Hazard
Combustible debris can make contact with the exhaust manifold and ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles, park them away from combustible materials and contact an authorized Kubota dealer for a free inspection and free repair and should follow their directions. Kubota is contacting consumers directly.
Reading Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The front leg on reading chairs sold without front leg support blocks can bend or break, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and inspect the front legs for support blocks. Chairs without support blocks can be returned to any Cost Plus World Market for a free exchange. Consumers should contact Cost Plus World Market or log onto www.worldmarket.com for instructions on how to inspect the chair legs for support blocks.
Mountain Bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The carbon seat post originally sold with the bicycle can crack and break, posing injury and fall hazards to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact their local Felt Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and seat post replacement.
Fireworks Fountains Recalled for Fire Hazard
The rear plug of the candle can dislodge while lit, posing burn and fire hazards to the user if the user is holding the device.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireworks and contact North Central Industries for a full refund.
Drill Master 18-Volt Cordless Drills Recalled for Fire Hazard
An internal switching mechanism can become stuck in the "on" position and overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drills and return the unit to the nearest Harbor Freight Tools store to receive a replacement drill.
November 2015
Light up ear plug jewelry Recalled for Burn Hazard
Battery acid can leak from ear plug jewelry's battery, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled ear plug jewelry and contact SalesOne for a full refund or replacement ear plug that does not contain a battery and does not light up.
Ski-Doo Snowmobiles Recalled for Fire Hazard
Internal damage to the fuel hose can cause a leak, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact BRP to schedule a free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.
2015 Toro TimeCutter Riding Mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact the nearest Toro dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered machines will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact a Toro Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.
CocoaVia® brand frothers Recalled for Choking Hazard
The spring on the end of the frothers can detach from the metal wand, posing ingestion and choking hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled frothers, remove the batteries and contact Mars Symbioscience to return the frothers for a coupon towards the purchase of CocoaVia products. The firm is providing pre-addressed return envelopes for consumers to return the frothers to the firm for disposal.
Roman shades Recalled for Strangulation Hazard
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed ribbon (hobble tape) and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the tape out and wraps it around his/her neck.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman shades and contact Lutron Electronics for a full refund or a free replacement shade.
2015 Exmark Quest Riding Mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered mowers will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact an Exmark Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.
Glass Jar Candles with Lids Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The glass lid can break when the jar is being opened, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and call MVP to arrange for a full refund. If jars are unopened, consumers should not attempt to open them.
Bostitch electric pencil sharpeners Recalled for Shock Hazard
The electric components inside can energize the pencil sharpener, posing a shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric pencil sharpeners, unplug them from the outlet and contact Amax for a free replacement unit.
Kona Wo bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bicycle fork can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact Kona or an authorized Kona dealer for a free replacement and installation of the bicycle fork.
evrgrn Campfire Rocker Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The chair can tip backwards while rocking, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact REI for a free replacement or a full refund.
Glass fish bowls Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The glass fish bowls can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the fish bowl and return the fish bowl to any PetSmart store for a full refund. Use caution when handling the fish bowl for return due to the hazard.
Top Fin Betta Bowl Kit with LED Light Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The glass bowl can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled betta bowls, safely dispose of the glass bowl and return the plastic base with power cord and adapter to any PetSmart store for a full refund.
Electrical adapter kits Recalled for Fire Hazard
The Adapter Kit can overheat posing a risk of fire, and the plastic shell of the adapter can open exposing a risk of shock to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled adapter kit and contact WakaWaka for a full refund. WakaWaka is contacting consumers directly.
Ninja® BL660 series professional blender Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The blender poses a laceration risk if consumers pour or invert the pitcher after removing the lid while the loose stacked blade assembly is still inside the pitcher.
Consumers should empty the blender's pitcher through the locked lid's pour spout or by removing both the lid and the stacked blade assembly from the pitcher before pouring.
eMax Compact Tractors Recalled for Fire Hazard
Fuel lines can break or leak, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the tractors and contact an authorized Mahindra dealer as soon as possible to schedule the free repair.
STIHL gas-powered edgers, trimmer/brushcutters, pole pr Recalled for Fire Hazard
The gasoline tank vent can become dislodged due to incorrect factory installation and cause fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to an authorized STIHL dealer for a free inspection and repair.
Wax Warmers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The wax warmers can produce high flames, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wax warmers and return them to any Family Dollar store location for a full refund.
Portable Lithium Polymer Battery Packs Recalled for Fire Hazard
Batteries can overheat and vent flames, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact PNY for a free replacement rechargeable battery.
Bueno by Contigo Kids Straw Tumblers Recalled for Safety Concern
If a child chews on the drinking straw, small pieces can break off into the child's mouth, posing a risk of ingestion or aspiration of the small part.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled tumblers from children and contact Ignite for a full refund.
Sonmi pendant lamp light fixtures Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The glass shade disc on the light fixture can detach and fall, posing a risk of injury from impact. In addition, broken glass can pose a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately remove the glass shade from the light fixture and contact FontanaArte to arrange to have the fixture professionally repaired free in their home.
Boys' Jackets Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The jackets have drawstrings in the hood and at the bottom, which pose an entrapment hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation and/or entanglement hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the hood and the bottom of the recalled jackets to eliminate the hazard and contact Richie House for instructions to receive a full refund.
Space Monkey Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lit firework can tip over and fire shells at bystanders posing burn, fire and impact hazards to consumers.
Consumers should not ignite the recalled fireworks and contact Fireworks Over America for a full refund.
Curling irons Recalled for Burn Hazard
The clamp can detach while in use, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled curling irons and contact T3 for a prepaid shipping box to return the curling iron for a free repair.