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.
- 2008-09-10CPSCAqua Lung USA, of Vista, Calif.Aqua Lung Recalls Scuba Regulators and Adapters Due to Drowning Hazard
Over-tightening of the DIN retainer by a technician during installation can result in the retainer breaking under pressure, a rapid escape of air from the scuba cylinder, and the regulator detaching from the scuba cylinder. This poses a drowning hazard to divers.
- 2008-09-09NHTSA-EquipmentANW GROUP, INC.ANW GROUP, INC. — FMVSS 108/AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTORS
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 2008-09-08NHTSA-EquipmentSONAR AUTO PARTS CO., LTD.SONAR AUTO PARTS CO., LTD. — FMVSS 108/REPLACEMENT HEADLAMPS/AMBER REFLECTOR
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 2008-09-04CPSCSony Electronics Inc., of San Diego, Calif.Sony Recalls Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard
Irregularly positioned wires near the computer's hinge and/or a dislodged screw inside the hinge can cause a short circuit and overheating. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.
- 2008-09-03NHTSA-EquipmentHyundai Motor AmericaHyundai Motor America — AFTERMARKET TOW HITCH SYSTEM/WIRING HARNESS/FIRE
A SHORT CIRCUIT CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND DAMAGE TO THE CONVERTER MODULE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
- 2008-09-03CPSCWolf Appliance Inc., of Madison, Wis.Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard
Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
- 2008-09-03CPSCBenjamin International, of Middlebury, Conn.Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
The recalled metal pendants and charms contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2008-09-03CPSCOptave Inc., of Alpena, Mich.Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby.
- 2008-09-03CPSCGreat Star Industry Co., of ChinaCordless Screwdrivers Recalled by Menards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The battery can overheat and ignite during charging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There is no protective device on the lithium battery to prevent overheating.
- 2008-09-03CPSCWorldwise Inc., of San Rafael, Calif.Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes; Metal Clasp Can Break and Cause Facial and Body Injuries to Dog Owners
The metal clasp connecting the leash to a dog's collar can bend or break while in use, causing the leash to recoil back unexpectedly. This poses a serious risk of injury to consumers.
- 2008-09-03CPSCTarget, of Minneapolis, Minn.Circo Children's Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- 2008-09-03CPSCDeda Elementi S.r.l., of ItalyBicycles with Deda Forza Handlebar Stems Recalled by Deda Elementi Due to Crash Hazard
The top of the bicycle handlebar stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.
- 2008-09-02CPSCEley Corporation, dba Rapid Reel of Lincoln, Neb.Rapid Reel Recalls Portable Garden Hose Carts; Tires Can Explode Posing an Injury Hazard
The tires on the portable garden hose reel can explode while being inflated, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
- 2008-09-02CPSCEmpress Arts Ltd., of Monterey Park, Calif.Hooded Sweaters Recalled by Empress Arts; Children Can Strangle on Drawstrings
The sweaters have drawstrings through the hood. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings, which can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.
- 2008-08-29CPSCFlagHouse Inc., of Hasbrouck Heights, N.J.Baby Hammocks Recalled by FlagHouse Inc. Due to Fall and Strangulation Hazards
The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who get entrapped in the seat's restraint straps while upside down.
- 2008-08-29CPSCBonne Bell Co., of Lakewood, OhioBonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2008-08-28CPSCGIA Instruments, of Carlsbad, Calif.GIA Instruments Recalls Polariscopes Due to Shock Hazard
The polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
- 2008-08-28CPSCSimplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa.Six Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard
If the fabric flap velcro is not properly re-secured when the flap is adjusted, an infant can slip through the opening and become entrapped in the metal bars and suffocate.
- 2008-08-28CPSCHabermaass Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y.Wooden Infant Toys Recalled by Habermaass Corp. Due to Choking Hazard
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued-on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard.
- 2008-08-28CPSCOrioxi International Corp., of Brea, Calif.Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi International Due to Strangulation Hazard
The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.
- 2008-08-28CPSCRegal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.Regal Lager Recalls to Repair Phil & Teds Strollers Due to Laceration Hazard
The stroller's hinge locking mechanism poses a laceration hazard to the user folding and unfolding the strollers.
- 2008-08-28CPSCGreenway Home Products, of Northwood, OhioCountertop Water Dispensers Recalled by Greenway Home Products Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
The internal heating element could overheat and drop molten metal through ventilation openings in the water dispenser's base onto the countertop, posing a fire hazard. The internal heating element also poses a shock hazard to consumers who touch it through the vents.
- 2008-08-27CPSCGoodman Company L.P., of Houston, TexasGoodman Company Recalls Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTAC) Units Due to Fire Hazard
The PTAC's power cords can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard.
- 2008-08-27CPSCLithonia Lighting, of Conyers, Ga.Indoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by Lithonia Lighting Due to Impact Hazard
The glass reflector can separate from the fixture and fall, posing a risk of injury to consumers below the fixture.
- 2008-08-26CPSCInternational Merchandising Service Inc. (IMS), of Fullerton, Calif.IMS Recalls Car Chargers Used With Halogen Spotlights Sold at Sears and K-Mart Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The car charger is incompatible with the spotlight's battery, which can cause it to overcharge inside of a vehicle and pose a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
- 2008-08-26CPSCInternational Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.Stroller Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Hazard
The shiny material on the elephant's ear on the activity bar can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- 2008-08-26CPSCSears, Roebuck and Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.Coffee Makers Recalled by Sears Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The wiring in the coffee maker can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
- 2008-08-25NHTSA-EquipmentCaterpillar, Inc.Caterpillar, Inc. — AFTERTREATMENT REGENERATION DEVICE EXTENSION PIPES
THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- 2008-08-22CPSCGCI Technologies Corp., of Edison, N.J.Power Light Modules Recalled by GCI Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Internal wiring in the module's circuit boards is incorrectly installed, posing a risk of an electrical fire and burn hazards to consumers.
- 2008-08-20CPSCThane International Inc., of La Quinta, Calif.Steam Cleaners Recalled by Thane International Due to Burn Hazard
Steam can escape from the handle and trigger of the steam cleaner, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
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