2010 Product Recalls
1,800 recalls issued in 2010.
Showing 1701–1720 of 1,800 recalls
Nature Wonders HD Pinto Horse Toy Figures Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The surface paint coating on the horse contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Blip Toys to receive a free replacement toy.
Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters Recalled for Fire Hazard
The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard.
Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.
AXIOM Artis System dFC using software version VB31D with 30x40 cm2 flat detectors. AXIOM Artis is a angiography system developed for single and biplane diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures.
System may switch to emergency fluoroscopy mode.
A Customer Safety Advisory Letter dated 8/20/08 was issued with Update Instructions AX045/08/S. The letter informed the customer of the potential issue and provided instruction to avoid its occurrence. A software update (VB31E) was released to correct the issue.
AGI-2237 Portable 2 Cylinder Manifold Cart, for connecting medical gas cylinders.
Yoke may become displaced. Yoke index safety system could become compromised, allowing a user to attach the wrong gas type to the yoke connection.
Airgas issued a Medical Device Removal letter dated 8/6/09 to its customers informing them of the problem and the need to have a yoke back-up plate installed on the Manifold Block Assembly.
ARCHITECT i2000 System and ARCHITECT i2000 SR wash buffer and wash zone mechanism grounding kit. ARCHITECT System is designed to perform automated chemistry tests utilizing photometry and potentiometric technology; and immunoassay tests utilizing chemiluminescent microparticle assay detection technology.
Under certain conditions, the product's wash buffer containing sodium azide can come in contact with the wash zone mechanism ground cables on either of the two wash zones. The copper in the ground strap may corrode and form an unstable chemical substance (metal azide) that may be sensitive to direct pressure and impact.
A product correction notice was issued to consignees on July 17, 2009. Field representatives were instructed to visit consignees, inspect cables and replace them
Guardian Services, Guardian Software, Part Number 0240-009-430 (Guardian Services) with Part Numbers 0250-003-016, 0250-003-017 and 0250-003-018 (OrthoPad) Intended use of Guardian Services is to act as a medical data backup and disaster recovery plan.
Guardian Services data backup does not contain 100% data for all OrthoPad customers on a daily basis.
Firm notified consignees by an Urgent: Device Correction letter, dated 7/31/2009. The letter states the problem and that Stryker is upgrading its internal infrastructure to remediate the problem. The letter also states the firm's recommendations to reduce risk to patients. Stryker will not bill customers for the Guardian service until the problem is remediated and the firm notifies customers. If there are any questions, customers are to contact the firm at 972-410-7100.
Axiom Artis MP, Model number 5904466 angiographic x-ray systems
c-arm may tilt
The firm has issued a Customer Safety Advisory Notice via Update Instructions AX051/09/S to affected customers. This letter informs customers of the potential malfunction and of the possible danger to patients, users or other persons.
ADJUSTABLE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLIES
A LOOSE BRAKE PEDAL INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.
WINNEBAGO IS WORKING WITH FREIGHTLINER TO NOTIFY OWNERS. REPAIRS WILL BE CONDUCTED BY FREIGHTLINER FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER TRUCKS WARRANTY CAMPAIGNS DEPARTMENT AT 1-800-647-0712.
Solar HA Humeral Stem with Plasma Coating 7mm to 17 mm Product Catalog Number: 5351-4307 to 5351-4317. For use as a Shoulder Replacement. Stryker Orthopaedics Made in USA
Delamination: Loosening of the titanium plasma coating on the product was observed on twelve non-distributed units.
On 11/28/2007, Stryker Orthopaedics sent, via FedEx, Urgent Product Recall notification letters to distributors, hospitals, surgeons and hospitals' Chiefs of Orthopaedics informing them of the firm's voluntary recall of the affected product. They were instructed to discontinue use of the product and to have the units returned to the firm. Distributors were further instructed to notify their customers using the sub-recall letter provided by the firm. The letter to surgeons also informed them to monitor their patients who had received an implant of the product.
Allez Spine Laguna Pedicle Screw System: IT-FN1001, Laguna Sterilization Tray # 1 (Part Number: 54003); IT-FN1002, Laguna Sterilization Tray # 2 (Part Number: 54004)
This field action was initiated because the cleaning, decontamination and sterilization procedures specified in the "Instructions for Use" for the impacted systems are incorrect. The use of these parameters in performing cleaning, decontamination and sterilization procedures may not result in clean and sterile product.
Allez Spine issued a safety notice with attached fax-back attachment on April 14, 2008 via FedEx to all its hospital users, distributors and field representatives informing them of the failure of the sterilization validation and requesting them to use the new recommended sterilization parameters. The notice included copies of the updated Instructions for Use for the Allez Spine Laguna Pedicle Screw System and the Allez Spine Del Mar Pedicle Screw System. The safety notice requested that the revised recommended instructions be used for all future cleaning, decontamination and sterilization. Copies of the revised instructions were also provided with the safety notice along with links to the company website where additional copies may be downloaded. Contact Mark De Baca at 415-357-9908 if you have any questions.
LACTOSORB SYSTEM 2.0MM ADJUSTABLE SELF-DRILLING TAP, REF: 915-2075, NON-STERILE PRODUCT, BIOMET MICROFIXATION,K INC. 1520 TRA DEPORT DRIVE JACKSONVILLE, FL 32218 USA. www.biometmicrofixation.com. Lacto Sorb Self Drilling Taps are used to drill and tap holes. They are self drilling so they do not require a hole to be drilled prior to use. They are used along with the Lacto SorbBulbs Handles or Power Drivers to advance the Tap into the bone.
Biomet Microfixation is recalling LactoSorb Self Drilling Adjustable Tap Model Numbers 915-2075 Lot # 064350 and 915-2185 Lot # 885580. The two lots identified have a new style stop and an old style tap; they are not compatible, as the depth etchings do not line up correctly. Depending on the tap (1.5mm VS 2.0mm) you may drill too shallow or too deep.
Biomet Microfixation notified consignees of the recalled product beginning September 2009 via telephone and e-mail correspondence. Users were asked to return the affected product to the firm. For further information, contact Biomet Microfixation at 1-904-741-9468.
LEVELING JACK REMOTE MODULE
IF THE JACK WERE TO ACTIVATE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING TOWED, IT COULD RESULT IN A CRASH LEADING TO PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY, OR DEATH.
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A RELAY WHICH WILL PREVENT THE REMOTE MODULE FROM SELF-ACTIVATING IN THE PRESENCE OF MOISTURE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING FEBRUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT STARCRAFT AT 1-800-945-4787.
Vitrex Blood Gas Capillary Tubes, MC0024, REF 189301, 250 pcs, 1,45 x 1,85 x 125 mm app. 200l, Heparinized: 6 IU Na & 9 IU Li/100 l,
This lot of Heparinized Capillary Tubes contain contaminated lithium heparin.
Opti Medical sent a Recall Notice, dated May 8, 2008 to all consignees. Consignees were notified via email on/about May 5th thru 7th , 2008. They were instructed to discontinue use of the affected lot and to immediately return all remaining product to OPTI Medical for replacement.
STICKING ACCELERATOR PEDAL
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY BECOME HARD TO DEPRESS, SLOW TO RETURN TO IDLE, OR, IN THE WORST CASE, MECHANICALLY STUCK IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT BAR IN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHICH WILL ALLOW THE PEDAL TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN EARLY FEBRUARY AND BE COMPLETED IN LATE APRIL 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668 OR AT THE OWNER CENTER AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.
STICKING ACCELERATOR PEDAL
THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAY BECOME HARD TO DEPRESS, SLOW TO RETURN TO IDLE, OR, IN THE WORST CASE, MECHANICALLY STUCK IN A PARTIALLY DEPRESSED POSITION, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REINFORCEMENT BAR IN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHICH WILL ALLOW THE PEDAL TO OPERATE SMOOTHLY. GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS FOR THE PONTIAC VIBE PLEASE SEE 10V-018. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON FEBRUARY 5, 2010 AND WILL BE COMPLETED ON MARCH 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
OIL PASSAGE INSPECTION
THIS COULD RESULT IN THE ENGINE LOSING POWER AND EVENTUALLY STOPPING WHICH COULD CREATE THE RISK OF A CRASH WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN INJURY OR DEATH.
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE OIL SYSTEM AND REPAIR THE CYLINDER HEAD FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 25, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT KAWASAKI CONSUMER SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT 1-866-802-9381.
SIDEWALL MARKINGS/OMITTED FULL OR PARTIAL TIN
THE LACK OF A TIN ON BOTH SIDES OF THE TIRE COULD MAKE IT MORE DIFFICULT FOR CONSUMERS TO IDENTIFY THESE TIRES IF, IN THE FUTURE, A SAFETY-RELATED PERFORMANCE ISSUE WERE TO BE DISCOVERED. AS A CONSEQUENCE, THERE IS A RISK THAT THE TIRES WOULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE, WHICH, IN TURN, COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
YOKOHAMA'S PETITION FOR RELIEF FROM REMEDY BASED ON ITS BELIEF THAT THE NONCOMPLIANCE WAS INCONSEQUENTIAL TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY WAS DENIED BY NHTSA ON FEBRUARY 16, 2012. ACCORDINGLY, YOKOHAMA WILL CONDUCT A SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN. IT WILL NOTIFY REGISTERED OWNERS AND PROVIDE FREE REPLACEMENT TIRES. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 27, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT YOKOHAMA CAMPAIGN SERVICE CENTER AT 1-888-801-4162.
REMOTE THROTTLE CONTROL
THE BUS COULD ACCELERATE AT A HIGHER RATE THAN ANTICIPATED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
DAIMLER WILL PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS TO MODIFY THE WIRING TO THE MORSE THROTTLE CONTROL SWITCH. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLER BUSES AT 1-800-716-7466.
Connector kits used with electronic door lock control m Recalled for Poisoning Hazard
The pin connector can fail and prevent a door from being unlocked from the inside, posing an entrapment hazard to consumers. This failure can lead to the inability to vacate a location in an emergency.
Owners of the kits should contact Stanley Convergent Security Solutions or their Sonitrol franchised dealer to schedule an appointment to have the pin connectors replaced free of charge.
Lysol Steam Cleaning Mop Recalled for Burn Hazard
Hot water mixed with Lysol can forcefully spurt out and rupture the housing unit, posing a burn hazard and a laceration hazard to consumers from the broken housing unit.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mop and contact Conair to receive a full refund.