CPSC Recalls in 2017
280 recalls found
February 2017
Panasonic battery packs used in Sony Electronics laptop Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, power off the laptop, remove the battery and follow instructions to obtain a free replacement. Until a replacement battery pack is received, consumers should use the laptop by plugging in AC power only. Battery packs previously identified as not affected by the June 15, 2016 recall are included in this expanded announcement.
Glass mirrors Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The mirrors are not properly glued to the backing and the mirror can fall, posing a laceration hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mirrors and contact Restoration Hardware for a full refund.
Happy Holidays! Mickey Mouse Nightlights Recalled for Fire Hazard
Liquid from the nightlight can leak onto the electrical outlet, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nightlights and contact Walt Disney Parks and Resorts US, Inc. for instructions on returning them for a full refund.
NOOK® Tablet 7" Recalled for Shock Hazard
The power adapter casing can break when plugged into an electrical outlet, exposing its metal prongs, posing an electric shock hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power adapters and register online for a free replacement adapter along with a Barnes & Noble $5 gift card. Once registered, consumers will be able to print a pre-paid UPS label to return the recalled adapters to Barnes & Noble. Consumers will receive replacement adapters in the mail. Until a replacement adapter is received, consumers are advised to charge their NOOK Tablet 7" through their computer using a USB cable.
January 2017
Two Over Two 4-drawer dressers Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children. The dressers do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-14).
Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled dresser that is not properly anchored to the wall and place it into an area that children cannot access. Consumers should contact Bolton Furniture for a free retrofit kit. Consumers can install the retrofit kit or the tip-restraint strap sold with the dressers themselves, or contact Bolton who will provide a one-time, free in-home installation.
Swivel Patio Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The base of the chair can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Brown Jordan Services for a free repair kit.
Swivel Patio Chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The base of the chairs can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact Casual Living Worldwide for a free repair kit.
Bar chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The legs can become detached from the center post at the weld, posing a fall hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact 3i Corporation for a free replacement base and a repair kit.
Static ropes and throwlines Recalled for Fall Hazard
The recalled static ropes and throwlines are mislabeled as being certified to specific voluntary NFPA safety standards and cannot be relied upon for any purpose, posing fall and injury hazards to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ropes and throwlines and contact Teufelberger for a free replacement.
Chest of drawers Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children. The chests do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-14).
Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chest that is not properly anchored to the wall and place into an area that children cannot access. Contact Simpli Home for a choice between two options: full refund or a free tip-over restraint kit with a $100 credit towards an in-home installation of the device (with proof of service). Simpli Home is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled chests directly.
5-drawer chests Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The recalled chests are unstable if they are not anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children. The chests do not comply with the performance requirements of the U.S. voluntary industry standard (ASTM F2057-14).
Consumers should immediately stop using any recalled chest that is not properly anchored to the wall and place it into an area that children cannot access. Contact South Shore for a choice between two options: full refund with free pick up of the chest, or a free tip-over restraint kit with a one-time in-home installation of the kit. South Shore is contacting consumers who purchased the recalled chests directly.
MYSINGSÖ beach chairs Recalled for Fall Hazard
The beach chairs can collapse, posing fall and fingertip amputation hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any IKEA store for a free replacement or full refund. Replacement MYSINGSÖ beach chairs are labeled with article numbers 703.380.17 and 903.380.16 and have plastic stoppers that prevent incorrect re-assembly.
Field & brush mowers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank valve can malfunction and cause the fuel tank to expand and gasoline liquid or vapors to be unexpectedly released, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Country Home Products to schedule a free repair from a dealer. Country Home Products is sending a repair kit to all registered owners.
Lithium-ion batteries used in HP notebook computers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The batteries can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries, remove them from the notebook computers and contact HP for a free replacement battery. Until a replacement battery is received, consumers should use the notebook computer by plugging it into AC power only. Batteries previously identified as not affected by the June 2016 recall could be included in this expanded announcement. Consumers are urged to recheck their batteries.
Children's electric scooters Recalled for Fall Hazard
The knuckle that joins the wheel to the axle can break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled scooters away from children and contact Pulse Performance Products for a full refund.
Trek 720 Disc bicycles and wheel sets Recalled for Fall Hazard
The front brake caliper can come into contact with a broken spoke, posing a fall hazard to the rider.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and wheel sets and return the bicycles to a Trek retailer for a free inspection and free replacement wheels.
Mobiles Recalled for Choking Hazard
The wheels on the mobile's hanging cars can detach and fall, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mobiles, place away from children and contact RH Baby & Child for a full refund. The firm is contacting purchasers of the product directly.
Pre-Lit Globe Light Christmas trees Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuse on the product can overheat and blow, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the pre-lit Christmas trees. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of the recalled product and all trees sold to consumers have been returned for a full refund.
Side-by-side off-road vehicles Recalled for Injury Hazard
The vehicles can unexpectedly roll away when in the "park" or "P" position, posing an injury hazard to users.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Electric-powered skateboards Recalled for Fire Hazard
The lithium ion battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled skateboards and contact Boosted for a free replacement battery pack.
Snowmobiles with aftermarket turbochargers Recalled for Fire Hazard
The turbocharger overboost can cause severe engine damage, posing crash and fire hazards to the user.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled snowmobiles and contact a local Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. Yamaha is contacting all registered owners directly.
Bad Boy off-road utility vehicles Recalled for Injury Hazard
The vehicles lack seat belts, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the operator and passengers in the event of a vehicle accident.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Textron Specialized Vehicles or an authorized dealer for a free installation of seat belts.
Cynthia dressers Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The recalled chests are unstable if they are not 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 chest that is not properly anchored to the wall and place it into an area that children cannot access. Consumers should contact Linon Home for a full refund or tip-restraint kit. Consumers who are unable or unwilling to install the tip-restraint kit should contact Linon for instructions or additional assistance. The firm is contacting all known purchasers directly.
Snowmobiles Recalled for Fire Hazard
The fuel tank can crack and fuel can leak into the engine compartment, posing a fire 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.
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 any Michaels store for a full refund.
Dunkin' Donuts Glass Tumblers Recalled for Burn Hazard
The glass tumblers can crack or break, posing laceration and burn hazards.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled glass tumblers and return them to the Dunkin' Donuts restaurant where purchased for a full refund.
Kids toy shovels and garden tool sets Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
Excessive lead paint levels on the yellow shank and black blade on the shovel, and the black paint on the garden tool set violates the federal lead paint standard. In addition, the black plastic shovel handle and bag clip on the garden tool drawstring bag contain excessive lead content levels, a violation of the federal lead standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effect.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy shovels and garden tool sets away from children and contact Active Kyds for a refund.
Modular light kits and bases Recalled for Fire Hazard
The modular lamp pieces can crack during assembly and the lamp bases have faulty wires, posing a shock and fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled lights and contact the firm to receive a free replacement lamp or a full refund. Curio Design is contacting all known consumers directly.
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 also can 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. Battery packs previously identified as not affected by the March 30, 2016 recall are included in this expanded announcement.
Minnie and Mickey Mouse infant hoodie sweatshirts Recalled for Choking Hazard
The snaps on the hoodies can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled infant hoodies and contact Walt Disney Parks and Resorts US, Inc. for instructions on returning them for a full refund.