Baby and kids' product recalls
6680 federal recalls on file. Every federal recall touching baby and kids' products — toys, formula, baby food, cribs, strollers, child seats. Sourced from CPSC, FDA, USDA, and NHTSA, translated into plain English.
- 2006-12-27CPSCRegal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.Regal Lager Inc. Recall to Repair Strollers Due to Abrasion Hazard
Children can touch the rear tires when in the stroller's add-on seat. This can pose an abrasion hazard to children.
- 2006-12-21CPSCBabySwede LLC, of Cleveland, OhioBabySwede LLC Recalls BABYBJÖRN® Feeding Spoons Due to Choking Hazard
After extended use, the soft plastic tip on the feeding spoon can loosen and break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-12-19CPSCCelebrate Express Inc., of Kirkland, Wash.Celebrate Express Inc. Recalls Gigantic Gemstone Ring Party Favors Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
The recalled rings could contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2006-12-19CPSCWal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Recalls Christmas Mug Gift Sets
The buttons could detach from the plush characters sold with the mug gift sets, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-12-15CPSCNintendo of America Inc.Nintendo of America Initiates Replacement Program for Wrist Straps Used with Controllers for the Wii Video Game System
If consumers swing the hand-held "Wii Remote" game controllers using excessive force and accidentally let go, the cord connecting the controller to the wrist strap can break, potentially causing the controller to strike bystanders or objects.
- 2006-12-14CPSCWal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.Wal-Mart Recalls Stuffed Christmas Beagles Due to Choking Hazard
The red pompoms on the wreath attached to the beagle's mouth could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-12-14CPSCMacy's Merchandising Group Inc., of New York, N.Y.Macy's Recalls Infant Coveralls Due to Choking Hazard
The snaps on the legs of the coveralls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-12-13CPSCRhode Island Novelty, of Cumberland, R.I.Children's "Powerpuff Girls" Necklaces Recalled Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2006-12-13CPSCLifetime Brands Inc., of Westbury, N.Y.Lifetime Brands Inc. Recalls Lemonade Jars For Lead Exposure Hazard
The metal spigot contains lead and is in direct contact with the contents of the lemonade jar. Lemonade and other beverages can cause the lead to leach from the spigot. Long-term exposure to lead in children may be associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.
- 2006-12-13CPSCBRIO AB, of SwedenBRIO Corp. Recalls Bell Rattles for Choking Hazard
The small bell positioned between the wood slats can break and allow access to small parts. This poses a choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-12-13CPSCU.S. Toy Co. Inc., of Grandview, Mo.Children's Butterfly Necklaces Recalled by U.S. Toy Co. Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
The clasps on the necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2006-12-13CPSCSee Kai Run, of Woodinville, Wash.See Kai Run Brand Children's Boots Recalled, Snaps Pose Choking Hazard
Metals snaps on the side closure of the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-12-06NHTSA-EquipmentTomy International (Learning Curve BrandTomy International (Learning Curve Brand — FMVSS 213/INCORRECT ASSEMBLY OF THE CROTCH ANCHOR
IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH, THE CROTCH ANCHOR CAN BECOME DISLODGED ALLOWING THE CHILD TO TRAVEL UP THE SEAT BACK CAUSING BREAKAGE IN THE UPPER SEAT BACK AND A SEAT BACK ROTATION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE CHILD.
- 2006-12-05CPSCThe Land of Nod®, of Northbrook, Ill.The Land of Nod Recalls Furniture Due to Lead Paint Hazard
Some of the recalled furniture contains paint with high levels of lead. The lead level exceeds that allowed by the federal ban on lead-containing paint, which is designed to protect children who might ingest paint chips or peelings. Lead paint is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2006-12-04CPSCReally Useful Products Inc., of Darien, Ill.Children's Necklaces Recalled Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2006-11-30CPSCSilla America Inc., Los Angeles, Calif.Dollar Days International Recalls Children's Parka Jackets with Drawstrings for Strangulation Hazard
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
- 2006-11-21CPSCMattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.Serious Injuries Prompt Recall of Mattel's Polly Pocket Magnetic Play Sets
Tiny magnets inside the dolls and accessories can fall out undetected by parents and caregivers. The magnets can be swallowed, aspirated by young children or placed by a child in their nose or ears. When more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation, infection or blockage, which can be fatal. Aspiration to the lungs requires immediate surgery. Magnets placed in the nose or ears can cause swelling and be difficult to remove.
- 2006-11-17NHTSA-EquipmentDorel Juvenile GroupDorel Juvenile Group — HANDLE TRIM SCREWS LOOSEN/CHOKING HAZARD
THE CHILD COULD CHOKE ON THE SCREW.
- 2006-11-15CPSCToy Century Industrial Ltd., of Hong KongTarget Recalls Various Toys Due to Lead and Laceration Hazards
Some of these toys contain lead paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Also, some of the toys have sharp points, posing laceration or puncture wound hazards.
- 2006-11-15CPSCSunrise, of ChinaTarget Recalls "Play Wonder" Puzzle Tables for Choking and Laceration Hazards
The handles on the puzzle pieces can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Also, the tips of the nails on the inside shelf of the puzzle table could be exposed, posing a laceration or puncture hazard.
- 2006-11-15CPSCProvo Craft, of Spanish Fork, UtahDecorative Snaps and Metal Clips Recalled by Provo Craft Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
The recalled clips and snaps contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2006-11-09CPSCGund Inc., of Edison, N.J.Gund Inc. Recalls Woodles™ Activity Toys for Choking Hazard
The wooden rings on the stuffed toy can break, posing a small parts choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-11-09CPSCDelta Enterprise Corp., New York, N.Y.Cars Toy Chests Sold at Toys "R" Us Recalled by Delta Enterprise Due to Lead Poisoning Hazard
The red paint on the partition panels of the toy box contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2006-11-02CPSCRhode Island Novelty, of Providence, R.I.Various Firms Recall Flashing Pacifiers for Choking, Aspiration and Strangulation Hazards
These pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The nipple can separate from the shield easily, posing a choking hazard. Some pacifiers were sold with necklaces that pose a strangulation hazard, and one of the necklaces has beads that can come loose, which poses an aspiration hazard. Though they are marketed for older children, they could be given to babies, and can cause serious injury or death.
- 2006-11-02CPSCRC2 Brands Inc., of Oak Brook, Ill.RC2 Recalls Toy Keys Due to Choking Hazard
The colored top portion of the keys can crack, resulting in the release of small parts, which poses a choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-11-02NHTSA-EquipmentTRANSPEC WORLDWIDETRANSPEC WORLDWIDE — STOP ARM/CROSS ARM FAILURE
IF THE STOP ARM DOES NOT DEPLOY, A CHILD OR PEDESTRIAN MAY BE ENDANGERED BY PASSING MOTORISTS SHOULD THE MOTORIST NOT STOP AT THE CORRECT LOCATION. IF A CROSSING ARM DOES NOT DEPLOY, A CHILD MAY ENTER THE DRIVERS BLIND SPOT IN FRONT OF THE BUS, AND BE ENDANGERED BY THE BUS.
- 2006-10-25CPSCWal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.Wal-Mart Recalls Minnie Mouse Cardigan Sets Due to Strangulation Hazard
If the cardigan is buttoned, the ribbon woven around the neckline poses a strangulation hazard for children.
- 2006-10-24CPSCPaper Magic Group Inc., of Scranton, Pa.Halloween Pumpkin Decoration Kits Sold at Target Stores Recalled by Paper Magic Group Due to Choking Hazard
The pumpkin decoration kits contain small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children.
- 2006-10-18CPSCThe Betesh Group of New York, NYBaby Cookie Monster Toys Sold with DVD at Wal-Mart Recalled for Choking Hazard
The small felt fabric cookie attached to the plush toy's hand can be removed easily and ingested by young children, posing a choking hazard.
- 2006-10-12CPSCScandinavian Child, of Raleigh, N.C.Scandinavian Child Recalls Cariboo™ Baby Changing Tables Due to Fall Hazard
If the zipper is misaligned, it can come apart and allow the cloth surface to separate, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
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