2002 Product Recalls
669 recalls issued in 2002.
Showing 41–60 of 669 recalls
Gambro ClinicalKit Safety Kit 15G, Catalog Number 0141080405C. Packaged 30 kits per case. Each kit contains 2 Nipro Safetouch Safety Needles.
Gambro's ClinicalKit 15G safety Kits contain the Nipro Safetouch Safety Fistula Needles currently being recalled by Nipro for leakage problems
All consignees were notified by telephone and fax on 11/13/2002.
GEM DR Model 7271 Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD)
Extended charge times prior to defibrillation shock.
An 'Important Patient Management Information' letter, dated November 14, 2002, was sent to physicians following patients who had the defibrillators implanted and this gave recommendations to physicians to prevent the problem.
PACCAR/CATERPILLAR/ENGINE PUMPS
ONCE ENGINE STALL OCCURS, THE ENGINE CANNOT BE RESTARTED, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
CATERPILLAR IS CONDUCTING THE OWNER NOTIFICATION AND REMEDY FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE PUMP SERIAL NUMBERS AND REPLACE THE PUMP IF NECESSARY. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CATERPILLAR AT 1-800-447-4986, OR KENWORTH AT 425-828-5440, OR PETERBILT AT 940-591-4201.
Spiral Gold Hollow Fiber Oxygenator with Duraflow Treatment, a hollow fiber membrane oxygenator.
Separation between lid and housing unit.
Accounts notified by phone 10/9/02 and letter 11/1/02. Recalling firm is requesting return of the recalled product.
Power Equipment Engines Recalled for Fire Hazard
A misrouted fuel line in the engine can become damaged, allowing gasoline to leak out, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should stop using the power equipment immediately and contact Tecumseh to schedule a free engine repair.
Infant girls' garments and sandals Recalled for Choking Hazard
Small decorative items on the garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Consumers should stop using these garments and sandals immediately. Consumers should return the garments to the store where purchased to receive a refund.
HAYES LEMMERZ/TRAILER WHEELS
IF THE USER TORQUES THE NUTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE INCORRECT LABEL, THE NUTS COULD DEFORM THE MOUNTING AREA OF THE TRAILER WHEEL AND ALLOW THE TRAILER WHEEL TO LOOSEN. THE TRAILER WHEEL COULD COME OFF, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
HAYES LEMMERZ WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND PROVIDE REMEDY FREE OF CHARGE. IF THE NUTS ON THE TRAILER WHEELS HAVE NOT BEEN OVER TORGUED, CORRECT LABELS WILL BE PROVIDED TO BE PERMANENTLY AFFIXED OVER THE INCORRECT LABEL. IF THE WHEELS HAVE BEEN OVER TORQUED, NEW PARTS WILL BE INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING DECEMBER 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HAYES LEMMERZ AT 800-236-2804.
VOLVO TRUCKS/DRIVE AXLE SEAT
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF AXLE STABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER AXLE SEAT ON BOTH REAR DRIVE AXLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 14, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO TRUCKS AT 1-800-528-6586.
NISSAN/SPARE TIRE WHEEL RIM
WHEN INSTALLED ON THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, THE WHEEL RIM WILL CONTACT THE BRAKE CALIPER CAUSING A LOUD RUBBING NOISE AND COULD RESULT IN WEAR ON THE CALIPER AND/OR WHEEL RIM IF DRIVING CONTINUES. CONTINUED USAGE OF THE SPARE TIRE WHEEL AT THE FRONT LOCATION CAN ALSO RESULT IN LOOSENING OF THE LUG NUTS AND DETERIORATION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE. THIS COULD EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY TO SEPARATE FORM THE VEHICLE AND RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SPARE TIRE WHEEL RIM WITH A NEW ONE, AND REMOUNT THE SPARE TIRE ON IT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JANUARY 13, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
HYUNDAI TRUCK/TIRE VALVE STEMS
THIS CAN CAUSE A LOSS OF TIRE AIR PRESSURE, LEAD TO A RUPTURE OF THE TIRE, AND CAUSE A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE.
DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW TIRE VALVE STEMS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT HYUNDAI TRUCK AT 1-609-395-2300.
BENDIX/HAND-OPERATED TRAILE CONTROL VALVE
SUCH BLOCKAGE MAY SLOW THE DELIVERY AND EXHAUST OF AIR TO AND FROM THE TRAILER BRAKES WHEN THEY ARE OPERATED BY THIS HAND-OPERATED TRAILER CONTROL VALVE.
BENDIX WILL REPLACE THE VALVES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 1, 2002. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT BENDIX AT 440-329-9000.
CARRIAGE/PIN BOX
OVER TIME STRESS CRACKS COULD BEGIN TO OCCUR AT THE FRAME INSERTION POINTS AND FRONT CROSS STRUCTURE SURROUNDING THE PIN BOX (HITCH). THIS COULD RESULT IN THE TRAILER BECOMING PARTIALLY OR FULLY DETACHED FROM THE TOW VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH, PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT KIT TO THE FRAME STRUCTURE SURROUNDING THE PIN BOX. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 30, 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CARRIAGE AT 1-800-895-0108.
FORD/TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE
THIS COULD RESULT RESULTING IN INCORRECT GEAR INDICATION.
DEALERS WILL ADD A STRAP TO THE SHIFT CABLE ADJUSTER TO PREVENT THE SHIFT CABLE FROM BECOMING DISLODGED. FORD HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-866-436-7332.
VOLVO/ELECTRICAL SEAT HEATER
IF THIS OCCURS, THE DAMAGE COULD RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT COULD CAUSE A FIRE.
DEALERS WILL DISCONNECT THE EXISTING WIRES AND INSTALL A NEW ELECTRONIC THERMOSTAT AND CABLE HARNESS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT VOLVO AT 1-800-458-1552.
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Recalled for Shock Hazard
The front shocks can break apart internally while riding. If this happens, the shock halves can separate, causing the ATV suspension to fail. The operator can lose control of the ATV, possibly resulting in injury or death.
Consumers should stop riding these ATVs and contact their local Cannondale dealer to schedule an appointment to have the front shocks replaced for free.
3-Piece Kid's Tent Set Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The tip of the wire that forms the frame for the connecting tunnel can become exposed, resulting in possible laceration injuries.
Consumers should immediately stop using the tent set and contact abc Distributing, Inc. to obtain instructions on how to return the connecting tunnel for a replacement, at no charge. All consumers who purchased these tent sets were notified about the recall directly by abc Distributing, Inc.
2003 Model Year All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Recalled for Safety Concern
Vehicle Accident
Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and call their local Honda ATV dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers should not attempt to torque these bolts themselves because this job requires shop equipment and special tools not generally available to consumers. Registered owners of the vehicles have been notified directly by American Honda.
MACK/MERITOR WABCO/ABS VALVE PACKAGES
BOLTS TORQUED BELOW SPECIFICATION WILL NOT RELIABLY PREVENT AIR LEAKAGE AT THE AFFECTED ABS VALVE PACKAGE INTERFACE JOINTS ONCE THE COMPONENT BEGINS NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION. IF AIR LEAKS DEVELOP AT ANY OF THE ABS VALVE PACKAGE INTERFACE JOINTS, BRAKE SYSTEM PRESSURE REDUCTIONS COULD OCCUR DURING BRAKING OR NORMAL OPERATION WITH UNITS EQUIPPED WITH THE TRACTION CONTROL OPTION, POTENTIALLY EXTENDING STOPPING DISTANCES, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE FASTENERS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 13, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT MACK AT 1610-709-3337..
Baby Trend Infant Swing Recalled for Fall Hazard
A screw on the swing's support arm can loosen or detach, causing the seat to separate and drop to one side. This presents a fall hazard to infants.
Consumers should stop using these recalled swings immediately and contact Baby Trend to receive a free repair kit.
Monsters, Inc. Character Plush Dolls Recalled for Choking Hazard
The Boo doll's hair has ponytail holders that could detach, posing a choking hazard for young children.
Consumers should immediately remove and discard the two pink ponytail holders and two rubber bands from the Boo doll's hair or return the item to any Disney Store for a full refund.