2007 Product Recalls
1,625 recalls issued in 2007.
Showing 1–20 of 1,625 recalls
CryoValve, Pulmonary Valve & Conduit
A pre-implant swab culture of the aortic valve, which was procured from the same donor, was positive for Methicillin resistant Staphyococcus aureus.
The physician was notified by letter on 07/15/2004.
CryoValve, Pulmonary Valve & Conduit
Donor tissue was released prior to information received regarding a pericardial effusion.
Both physicians were contacted by telephone on 4/17 & 18/2007. Both tissues were returned to CryoLife
BODY CONTROL MODULE
DRIVING ON UNDER-INFLATED TIRES IS UNSAFE AND COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL CHECK THE TPMS FUNCTION AND REACTIVATE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
EXTENSION PIPES/FIRE/CATERPILLAR
A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
CATERPILLAR IS CONDUCTING THIS RECALL (PLEASE SEE 07E100). CATERPILLAR WILL REPAIR THE ENGINES FREE OF CHARGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CATERPILLAR AT 1-800-447-4986 OR FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
LICENSE PLATE HOLDER SUPPORT BRACKET POSTS
THE LICENSE PLATE CAN FALL OFF THE MOTORCYCLE.
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED BRACKET FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 23, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DUCATI AT 408-253-0499.
CAR SEAT WARMER OVERHEATS
OVERHEATING CAN RESULT IN BURNS.
HELEN OF TROY AND QVC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND PLUS SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING DECEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT QVC CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-367-9444.
FMVSS 218/CHIN STRAP STITCHING
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE HELMET STRAP CAN LOOSEN CAUSING THE HELMET TO COME OFF THE HEAD, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURIES.
THE MANUFACTURER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS A REPAIR THE HELMETS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 1, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT SUNRIGHT INTERNATIONAL (RODIA HELMET IMPORT AGENT) TOLL-FREE AT 1-888-737-7488.
Warmest Jacket Boys' Jackets Recalled for Entrapment Hazard
The jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or doorways, which can pose an entrapment hazard to children.
Consumers should stop wearing the jacket immediately and return it to any Gap Outlet store for a full refund. Consumers who return the jacket before April 30, 2008, will also receive a $5 appreciation card. Consumers choosing to keep the jacket should immediately remove the drawstring to eliminate the hazard.
Tot Tower toy blocks Recalled for Choking Hazard
The plastic covering on the toy blocks can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children, and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund, or contact eeBoo Corp. directly to receive a replacement toy.
World Dryer and Bradley Brand Hand and Hair Dryers Recalled for Shock Hazard
Some of the nozzles on these dryers are not grounded. If an electrical component comes into contact with an ungrounded nozzle, it can pose a shock hazard to consumers.
World Dryer has been contacting facilities utilizing these dryers. Facilities that have the recalled dryers will receive a free repair kit. Consumers and facility managers that have not been contacted should call World Dryer with serial and model number to determine if the dryer is included in this recall.
Counterfeit Circuit Breakers labeled as "Square D" Recalled for Fire Hazard
The recalled circuit breakers labeled "Square D" have been determined by Square D to be counterfeit and can fail to trip when they are overloaded, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Consumers should contact NABCO to determine if the breaker they have is counterfeit and to arrange for a free inspection and replacement or refund if necessary.
Harleco May and Grunwald's Stain; 0.17% w/v; Methanol Solution UN1230; EMD Chemicals Inc. An Affilifate of Merck KGaA Damstadt, Germany; 480 South Democrat Road; Gibbstown, NJ 08027; 1 liter and 4 liter poly bottles
Out of Spec -- The Batch (Lot) was incorrectly released after being rejected for out of specification of high azure and eosin absorbance at the end of the run and particulate matter at the end of the run.
EMD Chemicals via fax and mailed an Important Product Recall letter dated 7/30/07. The letter notified end use consignee that after conducting an investigation it has determined that Harleco May and Grunwald's Stain; 0.17% w/v Item #660/75 % 660/85 has unacceptable levels of azure and eosin absorbance and undissolved dye matter. Users were requested to discontinue shipping and return product. Wholesalers were advised this is a Customer Level Product Recall and requested to sub recall product sold after 7/5/07.
Accuray, Multiplan Treatment Planning Software, Versions 2.0, 2.0.1 .6, 1.6.1, 1.6..1 or 1.6.3., Accuray, Sunnyvale, CA 94089.
Software problem - Sagittal, oblique or coronal sliced MR Images imported from a non-Accuray manufactured device into the product may result in inverted image orientation.
The firm issued an Urgent Advisory Notification on March 20, 2007, notifying users to only import axial sliced MR image series for treatment planning. Users should not import sagittal, oblique or coronal images series until further notice. The firm intends to issue a software patch to correct the problem and will contact user regarding resolution. Users can contact Accuray Customer Support at 1-877-668-8667 (USA) or 1-408-716-4700 (non-USA) or customersupport@accuray.com.
STEERING GEAR SPACER/FREIGHTLINER/ZF
THE OPERATOR MAY NOTICE HIGHER REQUIRED STEERING WHEEL INPUTS, OR THE NEED FOR MORE STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS WHILE DRIVING IN A STRAIGHT LINE IN COMBINATION WITH METALLIC CRACKING NOISES PRIOR TO A LOSS OF STEERING. LOSS OF STEERING COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
FARBER SPECIALTY VEHICLES IS WORKING WITH FREIGHTLINER AND ZF TO REPLACE THE STEERING GEAR FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07V343 AND 07E049). OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712 OR FSV AT 1-800-331-3188.
GAS COOKING APPLIANCE/SUBURBAN
IF THE THREADED CONNECTOR IS NOT PROPERLY TIGHTENED, IT IS POSSIBLE FOR THE GAS TO LEAK FROM THE CONNECTION WHEN THE BURNER IS TURNED ON. LP GAS IS HEAVIER THAN AIR AND ANY LEAKED GAS COULD ACCUMULATE IN AN ENCLOSED OR LOW AREA IN YOUR RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. A SUFFICIENT QUANTITY OF ACCUMULATED GAS, IF IGNITED, COULD CAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
HOST IS WORKING WITH SUBURBAN TO REPAIR THESE COOKING APPLIANCES. OWNERS MAY CONTACT HOST AT 1-541-330-2328 OR SUBURBAN AT 423-775-2131.
CRANKSHAFT SENSOR
WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE VEHICLES MAY LOSE POWER RATHER THAN ENTER A LIMP-HOME MODE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE RESTARTED AFTER FAILURE OF THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION IN THE SENSOR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CRANKSHAFT SENSORS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 3, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SPRINTER AT 1-800-992-1997.
FMVSS 404/BRAUN WHEELCHAIR LIFTS
SHOULD THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM FAIL TO OPERATE, THE LIFT USER CAN FALL FROM THE VEHICLE AND BE SERIOUSLY INJURED.
ELDORADO IS WORKING WITH BRAUN CORPORATION TO HAVE THE DOORWAY LIFT FIXED (PLEASE SEE 06E094). OWNERS MAY CONTACT ELDORADO AT 1-909-591-9557 OR BRAUN CORPORATION AT 1-800-946-7513.
STEERING GEARS/TRW
THIS CONDITION HAS THE POTENTIAL TO CAUSE THE STEERING GEAR TO STALL AND RESTRICT THE STEERING TURNING ANGLE OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
FREIGHTLINER IS WORKING WITH TRW TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE STEERING GEAR (PLEASE SEE 07E101). THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 18, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FREIGHTLINER AT 1-800-547-0712.
Pressure Cookers Recalled for Burn Hazard
If the pressure cookers are not closed properly, the lid can separate and allow hot contents to spill out. This poses a risk of burns to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the pressure cookers and contact Manttra Inc. to receive a new replacement pressure valve (ZPD valve).
Covered Warmer Dishes with Rack Recalled for Fire Hazard
Flames from the tea candle can extend up the sides of the dish. In addition, a label on the bottom of the dish causes excessive smoke when exposed to the flame. This poses fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled warming dish with rack and tea light and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.