CPSC Recalls in 2016
330 recalls found
August 2016
Wild Country Syncro Harnesses Recalled for Fall Hazard
Excess materials on the left waist belt tab can cause the harness to loosen, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled harnesses and contact Salewa North America for a full refund.
Metal Clad (MC) aluminum armored cables Recalled for Fire Hazard
A damaged conductor coating can cause the cable to short circuit, posing fire and shock hazards.
Consumers should immediately contact United Copper to schedule a free inspection to determine whether their cable is included in the recall. Consumers cannot safely identify or replace the recalled cable that is likely installed within the walls of the building. United Copper is directly contacting distributors who purchased the recalled cable.
Egg laying chicken toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The toys contain small eggs and the chicken can break into small plastic pieces, both posing a choking hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toys and contact the firm for a full refund. Dazzling Toys is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled toys.
M&M'S®-branded jewelry Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The jewelry can contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jewelry, place the items out of the reach of children, and contact M&M'S World or visit an M&M'S World store to return the jewelry for a full refund.
Whirlpool brand microwave hood combinations Recalled for Fire Hazard
Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled microwaves, unplug the units and contact Whirlpool for a free replacement product.
Cree® LED T8 Replacement Lamps Recalled for Burn Hazard
The recalled lamps can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using, disconnect or switch off the fixture, remove the recalled lamp, put it in a safe place and contact Cree to receive a full refund. If consumers have received a free replacement lamp as part of the previous 2015 recall, they also should stop using the replacement lamps and contact Cree.
All Power portable gasoline generators Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank can leak, posing explosion, fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact J.D. North America to schedule a free replacement fuel tank, including installation.
Safety 1st Step and Go Travel Systems Recalled for Fall Hazard
The stroller tray folding mechanism can partially disengage on one side when used with an infant car seat attached to the stroller, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers with the infant car seat and contact Safety 1st for a free repair kit.
ALEX Jr. Baby Builder, First Pops and First Snaps Recalled for Choking Hazard
Small parts of the plastic toy building sets can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled building sets away from children and contact ALEX for a prepaid shipping envelope to return the product(s). ALEX will send consumers a full refund upon receipt of returned sets.
Step-iT Activity Wristbands Recalled for Burn Hazard
The recalled wristbands can cause skin irritation or burns to children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled wristbands from children and return them to any McDonald's for a free replacement toy and either a yogurt tube or bag of apple slices.
Side-by-side utility vehicles Recalled for Crash Hazard
The throttle cable can stick and prevent the throttle mechanism from returning to an idle position upon release of the throttle and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard and risk of injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled side-by-sides and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. Artic Cat is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Lamp burners Recalled for Fire Hazard
The burner's threads can disengage, allowing the burner to disconnect from the base, posing burn and fire hazards to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamp burners and contact Crownplace Brands for a free replacement.
Football helmets Recalled for Injury Hazard
The shells of the football helmets can crack, posing a risk of head injuries to football players.
Football players should immediately stop using the recalled helmets. Players, coaches and parents should contact Xenith to receive a free new replacement helmet.
Four-drawer chests Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The recalled chests are unstable unless they are properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that could result in death or serious injuries to children. Due to a manufacturing problem, these chests do not comply with the voluntary safety standard (ASTM F2057-14).
Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chests that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them in an area that children cannot access. Sauder Woodworking is contacting all known purchasers directly and sending free repair kits and wall anchoring kits. If a consumer is unable or unwilling to attach the repair kit, they should contact Sauder Woodworking for a full refund. Consumers who request a refund will be provided instructions by Sauder on how to properly dispose of the chests. CPSC strongly recommends that all dressers be anchored to the wall. For more information on our Anchor It campaign, please visit http://www.anchorit.gov/
Fence wire stretchers Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A recoiling wire can be released from the stretcher unexpectedly and strike bystanders, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fence wire stretchers and contact SpeeCo to receive a full refund.
Shocker RSX paintball markers/guns Recalled for Injury Hazard
The chamber part assembly can unexpectedly eject from the rear of the marker, posing a risk of impact injury to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled marker and properly dispose of the blue chamber. Consumers can contact Shocker Paintball for a free replacement high-flow chamber or an authorized dealer to have the free replacement high-flow chamber installed at no charge.
Whiskey Glass and Stone Sets Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The whiskey glass can spontaneously break during use, posing a laceration risk to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glasses and contact the firm for a full refund.
Pendant light fixtures Recalled for Fall Hazard
The dome on the light fixture can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.
Consumers should contact the firm or place of purchase to schedule the installation of a free repair kit by a qualified technician. Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area under the fixtures until repaired.
Kohler portable generators Recalled for Shock Hazard
The generators have a wiring error, which can result in an electrical shock risk if an electrical device is plugged into the generator.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact Kohler to schedule a free repair by the closest authorized dealer.
Swivel Dining and Lounge Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The base of the chair can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Brown Jordan Services for a free repair kit.
Lawn and garden tractors Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The reverse implement option (RIO) system can fail, posing a laceration hazard to bystanders. RIO is a safety system that shuts off power to the mower blades when the machine is placed into reverse.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled tractors and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled lawn and garden tractors directly.
Magnetic travel maps with magnets Recalled for Injury Hazard
When two or more magnets are swallowed, they can link together inside the 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 magnetic markers that came with the product, keep them out of reach of children and dispose of them or recycle them. Cinmar is contacting consumers who purchased the products directly and will provide instructions on how to receive replacement magnets.
Residential elevators with electro mechanical door lock Recalled for Fall Hazard
The plastic locks can allow the landing door to open before the elevator car arrives, posing a serious fall hazard to consumers attempting to board the elevator.
Consumers should immediately stop using elevators equipped with the electro mechanical door locks and contact their elevator service company to have the plastic locks replaced with metal parts.
Fire alarm pull stations Recalled for Fire Hazard
The pull handle on the fire alarm pull station can break when manually pulled and fail to activate the alarm system.
Consumers should immediately contact National Time & Signal to schedule a free inspection and repair. National Time & Signal is contacting all purchasers of the recalled pull stations directly.
Stainless Steel Straws Recalled for Injury Hazard
The stainless steel straws are rigid and can poke children in the mouth, posing a risk of injury.
Consumers should not allow children to handle or use the stainless steel straws.
Bring Your Adventure (BYA) Sports hammocks Recalled for Fall Hazard
A weld on the ring of the hammocks can fail, allowing the hammock to pull free and fall while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hammocks and contact BYA Sports for a free replacement hammock.
July 2016
Utility vehicles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel hose could leak or separate when the fuel system is pressurized, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled utility vehicles directly.
Patriot Power 1500-watt Generator Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery sold with the generator can catch fire, posing a fire hazard to the user or bystanders.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled generators and contact 4Patriots for instructions on receiving a free replacement generator.
Ice axes Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The knife in the axe handle can detach, posing a laceration or impact hazard to the user or bystanders.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ice axe and contact STUBAI for instructions on receiving a free replacement axe.
Marvel Thanos Infinity Gauntlet oven mitts Recalled for Burn Hazard
The oven mitts lack thermal protection, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled oven mitts, destroy them and contact Loot Crate to receive a replacement product of equal or greater value.
Zolpidem Tartrate Sublingual tablets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The packaging for the prescription drug is not child-resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act, posing a risk of poisoning if swallowed by children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tablets and contact Novel Laboratories for instructions to receive a full refund.
UComfy Neck and Shoulder Heat Wrap Recalled for Burn Hazard
The heat wrap can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat wraps and contact Emson to receive a free replacement wrap. Emson is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Inovonics pendant transmitters, universal transmitters Recalled for Safety Concern
The transmitters and receivers can fail to send or receive a signal for help in an emergency.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled transmitters and receiver and contact Inovonics for a free replacement. All known purchasers have been notified directly by the firm.
Electric wall ovens Recalled for Fire Hazard
The thermal switch on the ovens can malfunction due to improper manufacturing, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ovens and contact Electrolux or Transform for Kenmore brand products to schedule a free inspection and free repair. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Children's nightgowns Recalled for Burn Hazard
The nightgowns fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled nightgowns away from children and return them to the firm for a full refund, including shipping, or a merchandise credit of $23. Cecil & Lou is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Cannondale commuter bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bicycle's fork axle can crack, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and take them to the nearest authorized Cannondale dealer for a free repair. Cannondale dealers will replace the fork free of charge.
Rope cocking devices for Centerpoint Sniper 370 Crossbo Recalled for Laceration Hazard
Tabs on the hooks attaching the rope cocking device to the crossbow string can bind as the device is pulled back, causing the hooks to break and the rope to recoil, posing a risk of injury, including laceration.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rope cocking device and contact Crosman to receive instructions on returning it for a replacement rope cocking device without tabs. Crosman has contacted all known purchasers.
Video baby monitors Recalled for Burn Hazard
The video monitor's batteries can overheat, swell and expand and cause the battery cover to open or come off. This can expose hot batteries, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled monitors and contact Lorex to receive a full refund.
Mist diffusers Recalled for Mold Hazard
Mold can develop on the product, posing a health risk to individuals with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mist diffusers and contact Nu Skin for instructions to inspect the product for mold and for a free replacement mist diffuser if mold is identified. Nu Skin is contacting purchasers of the product directly.
Silver bracelets and charm necklaces Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The clear surface coating on the bracelets and necklaces contain lead in excess of the allowable limit. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact Things Remembered for a full refund, including shipping charges, or a replacement gift of equal value.
Kids' insulated water bottles Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The lead solder at the exterior base of the bottle contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water bottles and contact L.L.Bean for a full refund.
AccuPure countertop filtered water dispensers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The water dispensers can overheat, causing internal parts to melt and smoke. This poses burn and fire hazards.
Consumers should immediately unplug the water dispensers and stop using them. Nestlé Waters is contacting affected customers directly to schedule installation of a free replacement unit. Customers with questions should contact Nestlé Waters.
Liquid Plumr® Pro-Strength Foaming Clog Fighter®, Liqui Recalled for Burn Hazard
The recalled bottles are not child-resistant and children can remove the top, posing a risk of chemical burns and irritation to the skin and eyes. These products contain sodium hydroxide which is required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act to be sealed with child-resistant packaging.
Consumers should keep this recalled product away from children and immediately contact The Clorox Company's Liquid Plumr call center for disposal and refund instructions.
Flushmate® III Pressure-Assist Flushing Systems Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The system can burst at or near the vessel weld seam releasing stored pressure. This pressure can lift the tank lid and shatter the tank, posing impact and laceration hazards to consumers and property damage.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Flushmate III systems, turn off the water supply to the units, flush the toilet to release the internal pressure and contact the firm to request a free repair kit.
Safety gates and safety gate extensions Recalled for Fall Hazard
The locking mechanism can open unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children and other consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the safety gates and safety gate extensions and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Floor lamps Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lamps can short circuit due to defective sockets, posing fire and shock hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled floor lamps and contact Home Source for information on returning the lamps for a full refund.
Marquesa dressers and nightstands Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children.
Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled dressers and nightstands that are not properly anchored to the wall and place them into an area that children cannot access. Contact the store where purchased or Bernhardt for a free counterweight repair kit including a wall anchor. Bernhardt is offering a free in-home installation of the counterweight repair kit with a wall anchor.
Electric scooters Recalled for Fall Hazard
The bolt below the seat can crack, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled units and contact URBAN626 for a free repair kit. URBAN626 will reimburse consumers if they choose to have a bike repair shop replace the bolt.
Instep and Schwinn swivel wheel jogging strollers Recalled for Fall Hazard
The front wheel can become loose and detach, posing crash and fall hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jogging strollers and contact Pacific Cycle to obtain a repair kit to secure the front wheel. The repair kit includes a replacement mechanism for securing the front wheel that uses a traditional screw on/off method of attachment instead of the quick release lever method of attachment shipped with the product, as well as new warning labels. Consumers should not return the jogging strollers to retailers where purchased. A repair video is available at www.pacific-cycle.com/safety-notices-recalls/.
Mule Pro side-by-side recreational off-highway vehicles Recalled for Injury Hazard
The front floor cover can be punctured by a foreign object, posing an injury hazard to riders.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact their local authorized Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free repair.