CPSC Recalls in 2016
330 recalls found
March 2016
Busy Loops table top toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The round plastic beads can break, posing a choking hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy and return it to the store where it was purchased or contact Manhattan Toy for a full refund.
Children's footed pajamas Recalled for Burn Hazard
The pajamas fail to meet the 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, stop using them and contact Creating X for instructions on receiving a store credit towards another Creating X product. Creating X is contacting all purchasers of the recalled pajamas directly.
Havana side chairs and armless bar stools Recalled for Fall Hazard
The backrest can crack and detach, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and stools and contact Grosfillex for free replacements if the product is under the three-year warranty or for a product voucher for recalled products no longer under warranty.
Gamewell-FCI fire alarm panels (ILI-MB-E3 and ILI-S-E3) Recalled for Safety Concern
When configured in a certain way, the panels can become non-responsive and connected detectors in the area can fail to detect and respond to an alarm.
Consumers should immediately contact the distributor to obtain the free repair, a firmware upgrade.
KUL fan heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fan heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and contact CE North America for instructions on returning the recalled heaters with a prepaid shipping label. The firm will issue a refund check upon receipt of the returned fan heaters.
Black Diamond Carabiners for Climbing Recalled for Fall Hazard
The carabiner can unexpectedly open and allow the rope to become detached, posing a risk of injury or death to climbers from a fall.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carabineers and contact Black Diamond for instructions on inspecting and returning the product for a free replacement. Instructions are also available on the firm's website.
Nylon Runners Recalled for Laceration Hazard
A nylon runner with a tape splice (two cut ends joined by masking tape) will fail in normal use, posing a risk of death or injury due to a fall.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nylon runners, inspect for the presence of a tape splice and contact Black Diamond for instructions on obtaining a free replacement nylon runner.
Panasonic battery packs used in Toshiba laptop computer Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately go to the firm's website and click on the battery pack utility link in the first shadowed box on the page. Consumers can also perform a manual check using the laptop and battery pack's model, part and serial numbers. If it is part of the recall, consumers should power off the laptop, remove the battery and follow the instructions to obtain a free replacement battery pack. Until a replacement battery pack is received, consumers should use the laptop by plugging into AC power only.
Fiskars® 32-Inch Bypass Lopper Shears Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The lopper handles can break when attempting to cut branches, posing a risk of serious injury and laceration.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lopper shears and contact Fiskars to receive a free replacement lopper.
Specialized bicycle headlights and taillights Recalled for Fire Hazard
The headlights and taillights can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled headlights and taillights. Return them an authorized Specialized bicycle retailer for a free repair for Flux model headlights, or a free replacement for Flux model taillights, and Stix model headlights and taillights. Consumers who bought the bicycle lights directly from Specialized should contact Specialized for return instructions.
Lithium-ion Computer Battery Packs Recalled for Fire Hazard
Conductive foreign material was mixed into the battery cells during manufacturing, posing a risk of fire.
Consumers should immediately stop using the laptop computer with the recalled battery, power off the device, remove the battery pack and contact Panasonic for a free replacement battery pack.
CompuTrainer Blue Flywheels Recalled for Injury Hazard
The blue flywheel can shatter while in use and throw metal pieces into the air. This poses a risk of injury from impact to the rider and any bystanders.
Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the recalled blue flywheels. Consumers can contact RacerMate for instructions on receiving a free, silver replacement flywheel.
Gothem floor and table lamps Recalled for Shock Hazard
Cables damaged during manufacturing can come in contact with the metal body of the lamp, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled floor and table lamps and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Zipp 88 aluminum front hubs Recalled for Crash Hazard
The hub flanges on the front hubs can fail, posing a crash and injury hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled front hubs and contact SRAM or local bicycle dealer for a free replacement hub.
Zipp® bicycle quick releases Recalled for Crash Hazard
The quick releases can fail to engage in the closed position, posing crash and injury hazards to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using any bicycles equipped with the recalled quick releases and contact SRAM or their local bicycle dealer for a free replacement quick release.
High-intensity LED lamps Recalled for Fall Hazard
The lamp can separate from its base and fall onto consumers below, posing an impact hazard.
Consumers should immediately contact GE Lighting for a free repair kit and installation guide.
Gas station hose/swivel fitting sets Recalled for Fire Hazard
The swivel fitting can separate from the hose, causing fuel to leak, posing a fire and explosion hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hose/swivel fitting sets and contact the firm to receive a full refund or a replacement hose/swivel fitting set.
Doyle arm chairs and side chairs Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The backrest can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Room & Board ?to receive a free replacement chair or a full refund. Room & Board is contacting consumers directly?.
Williamson-Thermoflo furnaces and boilers equipped with Recalled for Fire Hazard
A wiring malfunction can result in the burners failing to shut off, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately contact Carlin to arrange for a free repair. Consumers who cannot locate their installation date label can also contact Carlin. Carlin is contacting installers directly to make repairs on furnaces that were installed in consumer's homes.
Safety pool covers Recalled for Drowning Hazard
The brass-plated snap hooks used to connect the cover's cables to the wall can break, posing a drowning risk.
Consumers should immediately contact their pool cover dealer to schedule an inspection and replacement of the snap hooks.
Golda Wall Clocks Recalled for Fire Hazard
The batteries inside the clock can overheat due to defective battery springs located at the bottom of the battery compartment, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately remove the batteries from the clocks and contact Z Gallerie for a full refund and $50 Z Gallerie gift card.
Utility Vehicles Recalled for Crash Hazard
The throttle can fail to return to idle causing the rider to lose control, posing crash and injury hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact an authorized KYMCO dealer for a free inspection and free repair. KYMCO is contacting consumers directly.
Wall plates Recalled for Fire Hazard
The decorative wall plates can dislodge from the backplate and short circuit the outlet, posing a risk of electrical shock or fire.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall plates, remove them and contact Liberty Hardware Manufacturing for a full refund.
Pelican flashlights and replacement battery packs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery packs in the flashlights can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled flashlights and replacement battery packs and contact Pelican for instructions on returning the flashlights for free installation of a new battery pack or to exchange replacement battery packs that were sold separately for a new replacement battery pack.
Love Today ceramic coffee mugs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The mugs were mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic print on the mug can spark, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to Target for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Illume for return instructions and a full refund.
Top Fin™ Power Filters for Aquariums Recalled for Shock Hazard
A conductor on the pump motor can become exposed and electrify the aquarium water, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled filters, unplug them from the power supply, remove from the aquarium, and contact United Pet Group for a free replacement power filter.
Ambient Weather radios Recalled for Fire Hazard
The weather radio can overheat when plugged into an AC power outlet, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled weather radios and contact Ambient Weather for a full refund. Consumers who received replacement AC power adapters in the previous recall are also included in this recall.
February 2016
Gas boilers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The boiler can overheat and emit flue gases into the venting system and carbon monoxide can leak throughout the residence, posing a fire and carbon monoxide hazard to consumers.
Consumers with recalled boilers should immediately contact the installer or distributor to schedule a free boiler safety inspection and repair. Consumers who continue using the boilers while awaiting repair, should have working smoke and carbon alarms throughout their homes.
Smartstove freestanding pellet stoves Recalled for Fire Hazard
Smoke can build up inside the firebox due to ash accumulation and the glass in the door can break, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should stop using the unit until repaired and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit and installation instructions.
Eurotech Lume office chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The chair seat can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Raynor to receive a full refund.
AC adapter kits and plug adapters Recalled for Shock Hazard
The two-prong wall plug adapters for Australia/New Zealand/Argentina, Brazil, Continental Europe and Korea can break and expose the metal portion of the adapter, posing an electric shock risk.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wall plug adapters and contact Apple for free replacement adapters.
Snowboard Boots with Boa Secondary Reels Recalled for Fall Hazard
The secondary reel can become stuck in the open position, causing the fit at the forefoot of the boot or tongue to loosen and posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the snowboard boots and contact the retailer where the boots were purchased or Boa for a free repair kit. Free replacement reels and a repair tool will be provided with instructions. A repair video is also available at https://vimeo.com/boa/M3v2fix.
Bring Your Adventure Sports (BYA) Skyline Zipline Kits Recalled for Fall Hazard
A crimp in the zipline can fail allowing the cable to pull free or become slack while in use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled zipline kits and contact BYA Sports for a free replacement kit.
Girls' Crewcuts puffer coats Recalled for Choking Hazard
The buttons on the front of the coat can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coats and return them to J. Crew or Crewcuts stores for a full refund. Online purchasers will receive email notifications with instructions for returning the coats for a full refund including a postage-paid shipping label. J. Crew is contacting known purchasers directly.
Bicycle Forks Recalled for Fall Hazard
The left leg of the bicycle fork can crack above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled forks and contact ENVE for a full refund or a substitute Road Fork 2.0 Disc 1.5" taper model and appropriate headset replacement. ENVE is contacting consumers who purchased the bicycle forks directly.
Ashland Poinsettia Stems and Bushes Recalled for Mold Hazard
Mold can be present on the stems and bushes, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in consumers with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold.
Consumers should immediately stop using the poinsettia flowers and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Packaged Terminal Air Conditioner/Heat Pumps (PTAC) and Recalled for Fire Hazard
The power cords on the air conditioning and heating units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the air conditioning and heating units and call the number listed for your brand or go to www.amana-ptac.com to request a free replacement power cord. Non-commercial owners will receive free installation of the power cord and inspection of the PTAC control board for damages. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, non-commercial owners will also receive a free installation of a replacement control board. Commercial owners are being contacted directly and will install the power cord and inspect the control board. If the control board has been damaged by the recalled power cord, Goodman will provide a new control board for commercial owners to install. Recalled RAC units do not have a control board.
Ashland® holiday paper boxes Recalled for Mold Hazard
Mold can be present on the boxes, posing a risk of respiratory or other infections in consumers with compromised immune systems, damaged lungs or an allergy to mold.
Consumers should immediately stop using the paper boxes and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Propane (LP) Gas Recalled for Fire Hazard
The recalled propane does not have sufficient levels of odorant to help alert consumers of a gas leak. Failure to detect leaking gas can present fire, explosion and thermal burn hazards.
Consumers should not attempt to test the propane themselves. Instead, they should immediately contact the retailer, supplier or Crescent Point Energy hotline to arrange for an inspection. If inspection confirms that the propane contains insufficient odorant, Crescent Point Energy will either promptly arrange for appropriate odorization or provide a replacement portable tank. Consumers should have carbon monoxide alarms in homes or other buildings that utilize gas. If consumers do smell even a faint odor of gas or a gas leak, they should immediately leave the building and call 911 or their gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Do not light a match, turn on a light or switch on anything electrical.
High chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The arm bar can bend or detach during use, posing a fall hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled high chairs and contact the firm to receive a free new arm bar and instructions on how to replace it.
Snowmobiles Recalled for Injury Hazard
The brakes can fail, posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Cat dealer to schedule a free repair. Arctic Cat is contacting its customers directly.
Capella Island Swivel Dining Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The chairs can break at the base, posing fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or a merchandise credit.
Ceiling lamps Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The plastic retaining clips that secure the glass shades to the lamp housings can break and allow the glass shades to fall, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling lamps, uninstall them and return them to any IKEA store for a full refund.
Infant Elf Booties Recalled for Choking Hazard
The pompoms at the tip of the toe can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled elf booties and return them to a Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® for a full refund, or contact Classic Characters for instructions on returning them for a full refund.
Toy trucks Recalled for Fire Hazard
The toy truck's remote control can short circuit, causing it to overheat and posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy vehicles away from children and contact Dollar General for a full refund.
KUL Fan Heaters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fan heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and contact CE North America for instructions on returning the recalled heaters with a prepaid shipping label. The firm will issue a refund check upon receipt of the returned fan heaters.
Ski and snowboard helmets Recalled for Injury Hazard
The helmets do not comply with the impact requirements of safety standards for helmets, posing a risk of head injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Head USA to receive a free replacement helmet.
Monkey Glockenspiel Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The pink metal note bar on the glockenspiel may contain excessive levels of lead in the paint, violating the federal lead paint standard. If the paint is scraped off and ingested lead can cause adverse health effects.
Consumers should immediately remove the pink bar from the glockenspiel and contact KHS America for information on getting a free replacement pink bar.
Wedgwood Peter Rabbit decorative baby rattles Recalled for Choking Hazard
The ball bearings inside each side of the decorative rattle can be released, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the decorative rattles and take them away from young children and contact WWRD for a full refund.
Rockwood Multi-function power packs Recalled for Fire Hazard
The power packs' lithium ion batteries can burst during charging, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and return them to Eastwood for a full refund.