Consumer product recalls
12723 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for everyday household products — appliances, electronics, furniture, tools, sporting goods. Sourced from the CPSC and translated into plain English.
- 2012-11-13CPSCBeststar Tourist Products Co., Ltd., of ChinaRec-Out Recalls Columbus Camping Chairs Due to Presence of Mold; Sold Exclusively at Big 5 Sporting Goods
Chairs were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems or who have impaired immune systems.
- 2012-11-10CPSCCassin Sri, of ItalyJoss Rock Climbing Cam Units Recalled by Sierra Trading Post Due to a Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively by Sierra Trading Post
The recalled cams can fail unexpectedly after being set, posing a fall hazard.
- 2012-11-08CPSCUniversal Cycle Corp., of Guang Zhou, ChinaDiamondback Bicycles Recalled Due to Fall or Crash Hazard
Bicycles assembled with incorrect headset parts could cause the steerer tube to fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall or crash.
- 2012-11-08CPSCMonessen Hearth Systems Co., of Paris, Ky.Fireplaces and Inserts Recalled by Monessen Hearth Systems Due to Risk of Fire
A control component in the fireplaces and inserts can prevent the unit from lighting though gas continues to flow, posing a fire hazard.
- 2012-11-08CPSCLaJobi, Inc., of Cranbury, N.J.LaJobi Recalls Glider Rockers Due to Fall Hazard
The base of the glider rocker can crack or break, posing a fall hazard.
- 2012-11-08CPSCLG Electronics Inc., of South KoreaLG Electronics Recalls Electric Ranges Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
Burners on the electric ranges can fail to turn off after being switched off and the temperature setting can increase unexpectedly during use, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
- 2012-11-07CPSCSauder Woodworking Company, of Archbold, OhioSauder Woodworking Company Recalls Gruga Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The seat plate can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- 2012-11-07CPSCLi Chung Plastics Ind. Co. Ltd, of TaiwanHigh Pressure Scuba Diving Hoses Recalled by Innovative Scuba Concepts, Trident Diving and A-Plus Marine Due to Drowning Hazard
The diving hose on Phantom and Mesh Flex brand name equipment can rupture.
- 2012-11-06CPSCGuangdong Vanward Electric Co., Ltd., of ChinaMaster Forge Gas Grills Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Made by Guangdong Vanward Electric
If improperly installed, the hose connecting the gas tank and regulator to the burner control can touch the burner box and cause the hose to melt and rupture when the grill is lit. This poses a fire and burn hazard.
- 2012-11-05NHTSA-EquipmentHydraulic Supply Co.Hydraulic Supply Co. — Failure of Hoses when used with Gasoline
A gas leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a fire.
- 2012-11-02CPSCChampion Power Equipment, of Santa Fe Springs, Calif.Portable Generators Recalled by Champion Power Equipment Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco
Fuel can leak from the generator's carburetor, posing a fire hazard.
- 2012-11-02NHTSA-EquipmentTegol, Inc.Tegol, Inc. — Motorcycle Helmets/FMVSS 218
By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- 2012-11-02NHTSA-EquipmentBritax Child Safety, Inc.Britax Child Safety, Inc. — Possible Choking Hazard
If the child bites off a piece of the softer pad, it could be a choking hazard, resulting in injury or death.
- 2012-11-01CPSCExcel Industries Inc., of Hesston, Kan.Excel Industries Recalls Hustler and BigDog Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel tank vent valve fitting can fail to seal and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
- 2012-11-01CPSCAtico International USA Inc., of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.Atico International USA Recalls Halloween Mini Projection Lights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below
The mini projection lights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
- 2012-11-01CPSCBose Corporation, of Framingham, Mass.Bose Recalls Dual-Voltage CineMate II Home Theater Speaker Systems Due to Fire Hazard
A component in the bass module can fail when used outside of the U.S. in electrical outlets rated at 220 volts or higher, presenting a fire hazard to consumers.
- 2012-10-31CPSCTransfar, of Guangdong, ChinaImagine Nation Books Recalls Double Dazzler Light Show Toys Due to Burn Hazard
The battery in the toys can overheat and pose a burn hazard.
- 2012-10-25CPSCFLO Cycling LLC of Las VegasFLO Cycling Recalls Rim Tape Due to Fall Hazard
The rim tape can fail and break under pressure. When this happens, the inner tube of the bicycle can puncture or burst. This poses a fall hazard to the rider.
- 2012-10-25CPSCTricam Industries Inc., of Eden Prairie, Minn.Tricam Industries Recalls Easy Reach Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard; Sold exclusively at The Home Depot
The top step/standing platform can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- 2012-10-25NHTSA-EquipmentGorilla Automotive ProductsGorilla Automotive Products — Lug Nuts may Allow Spare Wheel to Detach
The loose fitting of the lug nuts to the steel wheel may allow the wheel to detach from the vehicle, which may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.
- 2012-10-24CPSCHatsanUSA Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.HatsanUSA Recalls Striker Air Rifles Due to Injury Hazard; Rifle Can Fire Unexpectedly
The air rifles can fire unexpectedly when closing the action during the cocking process.
- 2012-10-24CPSCRivers Edge Tree Stands Inc., of Cumberland, Wis.Rivers Edge Recalls Hunters Tree Stands due to Fall Hazard
The snap-hook assemblies can fail, causing the tree stand and the user to fall to the ground.
- 2012-10-24NHTSA-EquipmentFuelFuel — Motorcycle Helmets/FMVSS 218
By wearing a noncompliant helmet, the user may not be adequately protected in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
- 2012-10-23CPSCDorel Juvenile Group, of Columbus, Ind.Dorel Juvenile Group Recalls Eddie Bauer Rocking Wood Bassinets Due to Infant Suffocation Hazard
The bottom locking mechanism can fail to lock properly if a spring is not installed, allowing the bassinet to tip to one side and cause infants to roll to the side of the bassinet. This poses a suffocation hazard to infants.
- 2012-10-23CPSCJELD-WEN, Inc., of Klamath Falls, Ore.JELD-WEN Recalls to Repair Interior Bifold Doors Due to Impact Hazard
The lower pivot pin can break causing the door to disengage from the overhead track, posing an impact hazard.
- 2012-10-23CPSCSummit Treestands, LLC, of Decatur, Ala.Summit Treestands Recalls Hunters' Tree Stands Due to Fall Hazard
The tree stand's hanging strap assembly could dislodge from the tree stand or fail to restrain or hold properly on the tree, posing a fall hazard.
- 2012-10-23CPSCUnique Baby Products USA LLC, d/b/a ValcoBaby, of Brooklyn, N.Y.ValcoBaby Booster Seats Recalled Due to Fall Hazard
The spring button mechanism securing the booster toddler seat to the baby stroller can disengage, allowing for the carried toddler to fall.
- 2012-10-22NHTSA-EquipmentTimken CompanyTimken Company — Replacement Front Wheel Hubs
If the non-formed hub unit is installed on a Jeep Liberty 4x2 model (which does not use an axle nut for hub retention), the vehicle wheel will not be secure and a front wheel separation may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 2012-10-18CPSCDream On Me Inc., of South Plainfield, N.J.Dream On Me Recalls Infant Swings Due to Strangulation Hazard
The opening between the tray and seat or the grab bar and seat can allow a child's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard to young children if the belt is not engaged.
- 2012-10-18CPSCDream On Me Inc., of South Plainfield, N.J.Dream On Me Recalls High Chairs Due to Strangulation Hazard
The front openings between the tray and seat bottom and on the side openings of the high chair between the armrest and seat bottom can allow a child's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children if the belt is not engaged. In addition, exposed springs between the seat and armrest on both sides of the high chair can create a pinch hazard to the child.
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