CPSC Recalls in 2017
280 recalls found
June 2017
LED light fixtures Recalled for Fall Hazard
The plastic diffuser lens can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.
Consumers should remove the lens and contact Lithonia Lighting to receive a free lens to repair the unit. Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area under the fixtures until the lenses are repaired. A video showing proper lens removal and repair is available at www.lithonia.com/LBL4Wvideo.
Foldaway expandable safety gates Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
A young child's neck can fit into the "V" shaped opening along the top edge of the gate, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards to young children. Also, young children can pass under the gate allowing access to restricted areas, such as stairs.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Madison Mill for instructions on receiving a full refund.
Swimming pool motors Recalled for Shock Hazard
The pump control cover can be improperly grounded, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swimming pool motors and contact Nidec Motor Corp. (NMC) to schedule a free repair by a qualified technician to install an external ground lead.
Eloise and Benton Bubble children's playwear Recalled for Choking Hazard
The buttons can detach from the garment, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the playwear and contact Lila + Hayes to receive a pre-paid mailer envelope to return the garment for a full refund.
Snowmobiles Recalled for Safety Concern
The snowmobile drive clutch can fracture and fragments can escape the snowmobile shielding, posing an impact hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact an Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners have been directly notified about this recall by mail.
Children's robes Recalled for Burn Hazard
The children's robes fail to meet flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled robes away from children and contact Kreative Kids for a full refund.
May 2017
Cordless electric lawn mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The circuit board in the lawn mower can short circuit and catch fire, posing a fire hazard to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers, remove the battery and contact Hongkong Sun Rise Trading for a free repair.
Digital clamp meters Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The meters can fail to give an accurate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is low or off, posing an electrocution hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled digital clamp meters and contact Extech for a free replacement meter.
Articulating wall sconces Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The joint of the articulating arm can pinch or cut the electrical wire causing it to fray, posing a shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sconces and contact Rejuvenation for instructions to receive a free repair or replacement sconce, including shipping and charges for inspecting, removing and replacing the lamps by using a licensed electrician. Rejuvenation is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled sconces directly.
Office chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
Seat slider bolts and push nuts can disconnect and fall from the chair, which could cause the seat to detach from the chair, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and inspect the seat for looseness or a wobble and contact the firm for a free repair.
Surge and Tonka battery operated ride-on toys Recalled for Fall Hazard
The acceleration pedal on the ride-on toys can stick, posing fall and crash hazards.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled ride-on toys away from children and contact Dynacraft to receive a free replacement foot pedal with installation instructions. Consumers in need of assistance with the repair, can bring the ride-on toy to an authorized service center for a free repair.
Temani ivory wicker chair, settee and ottoman Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The paint used on the wicker furniture can contain excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should stop using the recalled furniture immediately and return it to any Pier 1 Imports store for a full refund or a merchandise credit.
Easter and July 4th-themed Light-Up Spinner Toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The battery cover can detach and expose the small coin cell batteries, posing choking and ingestion hazards to young children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled spinners away from children and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby or Mardel store. Consumers with a receipt will receive a full refund and consumers without a receipt will receive a store credit.
Lumière Rock Salt lamps Recalled for Fire Hazard
The dimmer switch and/or outlet plug can overheat and ignite, posing shock and fire hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the lamps and return them to the store where purchased to receive a full refund or a replacement kit.
Blomberg and Summit electric ranges Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The electric ranges can become energized, posing electric shock and electrocution hazards to a consumer who touches the range
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ranges and avoid touching the range until electricity to the range is turned off at the fuse box. Consumers should contact the firm to schedule a free on-site inspection and repair.
Krusher Push scooters Recalled for Fall Hazard
The down tube can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scooters and contact Pulse Performance Products for a full refund.
Chalk Note Mugs Recalled for Burn Hazard
The mugs can crack when filled with hot liquid, posing a burn hazard to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and contact Pier 1 Imports for a full refund or merchandise credit.
Ceramic travel mugs Recalled for Burn Hazard
The mug's lid does not fit securely and can cause liquids to leak from the bottom of the lid when tilted, posing a burn hazard. Also, the mug does not have a silicone hand wrap so the consumer could burn their hand on the side walls of the mug.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mugs and return them to any Michaels store for a full refund.
Cabrinha Kiteboard control systems Recalled for Fall Hazard
The point of connection between the lower front line with the landing line can break, causing a loss of kite control, posing injury and fall hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled kiteboard control systems and return them to the place of purchase to receive a free replacement kit with instructional guide. A video on how to install the replacement plastic power-bracket is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZasOj9v6Yw.
Plush toys Recalled for Choking Hazard
The plastic eyes on the plush toys can detach, posing a choking hazard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled plush toys away from young children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
Coffee presses Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The glass beakers can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee presses and contact Bradshaw International for a free replacement coffee press.
VanMoof B and S series bicycles Recalled for Fall Hazard
The front fender bolts do not break when an object gets stuck between the front tire and the front fender/mud guard, posing fall and impact hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact VanMoof to receive free replacement nylon bolts for the front fender and installation instruction The repair can be completed by the consumer without assistance.
Science Expeditions Northern Lights science kits Recalled for Burn Hazard
The battery packs included in the science kits can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the battery packs included in the kits and contact Little Passports for a Crystal Growing Kit replacement product or coupon for $12 off any kit in Little Passports' online store. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
SWIFT wireless gateway sold with fire alarm systems Recalled for Fire Hazard
The smoke detectors connected to the gateway can fail to activate properly when significant environmental contaminants are present, posing a risk that consumers will not be alerted to a fire.
Contact Honeywell for an update of the firmware on the SWIFT wireless gateway(s) installed on the system. Commercial building customers should continue using the recalled detectors until the firmware is updated.
Carrier Greenspeed™ and Bryant Evolution Extreme™ Heat Recalled for Fire Hazard
The capacitors in the fuse boards in the heat pumps can stop working causing the unit to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should contact Carrier or Bryant for instructions on receiving a free replacement fuse board installed by authorized Carrier or Bryant technicians.
Nature's Truth Slow Release Iron Supplements Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The packaging is not child-resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The tablets inside the bottle contain iron, which can cause serious injury or death to young children if multiple tablets are ingested at once.
Consumers should immediately place recalled bottles out of the reach of children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or a replacement bottle.
Luminescent night lights Recalled for Fire Hazard
The night lights can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night lights and contact the firm for a free replacement.
Recreational off-highway vehicles (ROVs) Recalled for Injury Hazard
The front passenger seat belt buckle can fail due to a manufacturing defect, posing a risk of injury.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact their local authorized Honda Powersports dealer to schedule an appointment for a free inspection and repair. Honda is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Cobra S handlebar stems Recalled for Crash Hazard
The bicycle handlebar stems can corrode and break, causing the rider to lose control and crash.
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebar stems and contact Profile Design for instructions to receive a free replacement stem.
RMK and SKS snowmobiles Recalled for Crash Hazard
A weld on the steering post can separate, resulting in loss of steering control, posing a crash hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Women's scarves Recalled for Burn Hazard
The women's scarves fail to meet federal flammability standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scarves and contact the firm for a full refund. DGFA and Amazon are contacting consumers who purchased the scarves directly.
Off-Board Chargers for Segway Personal Transporters (PT Recalled for Shock Hazard
A wire inside the charger can detach and touch the side of the charger, posing a shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers, unplug and contact Segway or the Segway dealer from whom it was purchased to receive a free replacement power cord equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). Segway is contacting consumers directly.
Motorized window coverings with lithium batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lithium batteries that power the motorized window coverings can overheat, leak or discharge, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the Zeus brand batteries from the window coverings. Springs Window Fashions will ship batteries and instructions directly to consumers. Consumers can contact Springs Window Fashions for additional information.
Combi Shuttle Travel System (stroller and car seat comb Recalled for Fall Hazard
The car seat can disengage from the stroller's frame, posing a fall hazard to infants.
Consumers should stop using the recalled strollers with the car seats attached and contact Combi for a free repair, which consists of straps to secure the car seat to the stroller. Consumers can continue to use the strollers and car seats separately.
HoMedics handheld massagers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The cord can break near the base of the massager and expose the wires, posing an electric shock and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled massagers and contact HoMedics for instructions on removing the cord and to receive a refund in the form of a credit for any replacement product from the firm.
Gas-fired furnaces Recalled for Shock Hazard
The blower motor is not grounded, posing an electrical shock hazard to individuals servicing the units
Consumers should immediately contact Goodman for a free repair.
April 2017
Poco child carriers Recalled for Fall Hazard
A child seated in the carrier can slip through the leg openings, posing a fall hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled carriers and contact Osprey for a free Seat Pad Insert for use along with the existing safety straps to secure the child in the carrier. Consumers who previously received and installed the free Seat Pad Insert in their carriers are not required to take further action.
Chromag bicycle stems Recalled for Fall Hazard
The clamping bolts that secure the stem to the fork steerer and/or the handlebars can break, posing fall and injury hazards to riders.
Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled stems and contact Chromag for free replacement bolts for the stem.
Women's overhead and zip-up sweaters Recalled for Burn Hazard
The recalled women's sweaters fail to meet federal flammability standards for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sweaters and contact the firm for instructions on returning the sweaters for a $75 refund.
ECX Circuit, Ruckus, and Torment remote-controlled mode Recalled for Fire Hazard
The vehicle's electronic speed control (ESC) can fail and short circuit, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Horizon Hobby for instructions on receiving a free replacement ESC.
Infant Cozie booties Recalled for Choking Hazard
The non-slip rubber grips on the bottom of the booties can detach, posing a choking hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled booties, take them away from children and contact the firm for a full refund in the form of a merchandise credit.
EZDRY Food Dehydrators Recalled for Fire Hazard
The food dehydrator can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled food dehydrators and contact Greenfield for instructions on returning the recalled food dehydrators with a prepaid shipping label for a free replacement or full refund.
RipStik electric motorized caster boards Recalled for Fall Hazard
The rear wheel can stop rotating and lock up while in use, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled caster boards and contact Razor to receive a free repair kit.
Stafford Windsor-style dining chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The legs on the chairs can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Cost Plus World Market or World Market store for a free replacement chair.
Roof-mounted Bosch solar panels Recalled for Fire Hazard
The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Consumers should contact their installer to determine if their solar panels are the model being recalled. If it is, customers should contact Bosch to arrange for free replacement.
Polaris Ranger 900 recreational off-highway vehicles (R Recalled for Fire Hazard
A heat shield can fall off the vehicle, posing fire and burn hazards to riders.
Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled ROVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Water-absorbing Easter and Dino toys Recalled for Safety Concern
If the small toy is ingested, it can expand inside a child's body and cause intestinal obstructions, resulting in severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration and could be life threatening. Surgery is required to remove the toy from the body, if ingested. Medical professionals and parents should be aware that there is a possibility that the toys might not show up on an x-ray.
Consumers should immediately take this recalled toy away from children and return it to any Target store for a full refund.
Sportsman 450, 570, 850, 1000 and Scrambler 1000 all-te Recalled for Shock Hazard
The electronic power steering unit can malfunction, posing a crash hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact Polaris to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Adjustable beds Recalled for Shock Hazard
The bed's side-mounted AC outlets can be incorrectly wired, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the AC plug on the side of the bed and contact Customatic Beds to arrange for a free inspection and repair.
Utility Vehicles Recalled for Crash Hazard
The dust boot on the throttle cable can come loose, resulting in the vehicle not slowing down or stopping, posing a crash 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 vehicles directly.