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.
- 2007-08-27NHTSA-EquipmentK-TOOL INTERNATIONALK-TOOL INTERNATIONAL — AUTOMOTIVE FUSES
SHOULD THE FUSES NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED, A VEHICLE FIRE CAN OCCUR.
- 2007-08-27NHTSA-EquipmentFEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATIONFEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION — MECHANICAL FUEL PUMPS/FUEL LEAK
A LEAKING FUEL PUMP COULD CREATE A VEHICLE FIRE HAZARD.
- 2007-08-24CPSCCalligaris USA Inc., of High Point, N.C.Calligaris USA Recalls Bar Stools Due to Fall Hazard
The seat on the bar stools can detach, causing the consumer to fall and suffer injuries.
- 2007-08-24CPSCShindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd., Hiroshima, JapanShindaiwa Inc. Announces Recall of Backpack Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
The muffler's outer shell can melt allowing exhaust gas to exit from the bottom or back side of the muffler. The exhaust gas may cause damage to the fuel tank creating a possible fire hazard for the user.
- 2007-08-23CPSCJ.C. Penney, of Plano, TexasJ.C. Penney Recalls Spindle-Back Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The wood stretchers can split while in use and the chairs can collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
- 2007-08-23CPSCI-O Data Device USA Inc., of San Jose, Calif.AC Adapters Sold With Network Hard Drives Recalled by I-O Data Device USA Due to Burn Hazard
The AC adapters can overheat or melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
- 2007-08-23CPSCStokke, of Kennesaw, Ga.CPSC, Stokke Announce Recall of Sleepi Crib Foam Mattresses Due to Entrapment Hazard
The crib mattresses are not properly sized, creating a gap, posing an entrapment hazard to young children.
- 2007-08-23CPSCSt. Martin's Press, LLC, of New York, N.Y.Priddy "Trucks" Shaker Teether Books Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
Small pieces of the teether can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
- 2007-08-23CPSCMillennium Apparel Group, of New York, N.Y.Basic Editions Girls' Clothing Sets Recalled by Kmart; Drawstrings at Waist Pose Entrapment Hazard
The recalled shirts have drawstrings at the waist. Children can get entangled or caught in a vehicle door and can be dragged, posing a serious risk of injury or death.
- 2007-08-22CPSCMartin Designs Inc., of Ashland, OhioMartin Designs Inc. Recalls SpongeBob SquarePants™ Character Address Books and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the address books and journals can contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2007-08-22CPSCSchylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass.Thomas and Friends, Curious George and Other Spinning Tops and Tin Pails Recalled By Schylling Associates Due To Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Surface paints on the wooden handles of the tops and pails contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2007-08-22CPSCBuy-Rite Designs Inc., of Freehold, N.J.Children's Charm Bracelets Sold by Buy-Rite Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2007-08-22CPSCTOBY N.Y.C., of New York, N.Y.Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled by TOBY N.Y.C. Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
The recalled metal jewelry sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2007-08-21NHTSA-EquipmentANZO USA, INC.ANZO USA, INC. — FMVSS 108/BROKEN AIMING MECHANISM
DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 2007-08-21CPSCHampton Direct, of Williston, Vt.Hampton Direct Recalls Magnetic Toy Train Sets Due to Lead Exposure Risk
The paint on the trains contains excessive amounts of lead, posing a risk of lead exposure to young children.
- 2007-08-20NHTSA-EquipmentPERFORMANCE DEPOT, INC.PERFORMANCE DEPOT, INC. — FMVSS 108/HID CONVERSION KITS
ONCOMING TRAFFIC MAY EXPERIENCE A HIGHER THAN NORMAL AMOUNT OF GLARE WHICH COULD AFFECT THE DRIVER'S VISION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- 2007-08-20NHTSA-EquipmentVISIONTREX, LLCVISIONTREX, LLC — FMVSS 108/HID CONVERSION KITS
ONCOMING TRAFFIC MAY EXPERIENCE A HIGHER THAN NORMAL AMOUNT OF GLARE WHICH COULD AFFECT THE DRIVER'S VISION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- 2007-08-16CPSCKiryung Electronics of Seoul, South KoreaClarion Expands Recall of Vehicle Navigation and Entertainment System Batteries Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
The lithium-ion batteries in these units can melt or overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
- 2007-08-15NHTSA-EquipmentVANSCO ELECTRONICS LPVANSCO ELECTRONICS LP — POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE
THE PDM CAN SHORT CIRCUIT, MELT WIRES, AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN A FIRE.
- 2007-08-15NHTSA-EquipmentHarbor Freight ToolsHarbor Freight Tools — AUTOMOTIVE FUSES
THERE MAY EXIST MANUFACTURING INCONSISTENCIES WITH THE MATERIALS, CONNECTIONS OR SIZE OF THE FUSE ELEMENTS, WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE FUSES TAKING TOO LONG OR FAILING TO OPEN IN AN EXCESSIVE CURRENT CONDITION RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO A VEHICLE'S WIRING SYSTEM AND POSSIBLY A VEHICLE FIRE.
- 2007-08-15NHTSA-EquipmentBig Dog Motorcycles, LLCBig Dog Motorcycles, LLC — SISSY BARS
THIS CONDITION COULD OCCUR WITHOUT WARNING AND COULD RESULT IN INJURY AND/OR A CRASH.
- 2007-08-15NHTSA-EquipmentGraco Children's Products, Inc.Graco Children's Products, Inc. — FMVSS 213/INCORRECTLY ROUTED LOWER ANCHORAGE BELT
THE SEAT BACK ANGLE OF THE CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM CAN EXCEED 70 DEGREES IN A FRONTAL CRASH. THIS INCREASED ROTATION MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
- 2007-08-15CPSCNingbo Veken Elite International Trading Company Ltd., of ChinaInternational Home Fashions and Bilt-Safe Technologies Recall "Classic Beautyrest" Electric Throws Due to Fire Hazard
Bunching, folding or tucking of these electric throws can cause them to overheat, resulting in smoldering, melting, fire and burn hazards.
- 2007-08-15CPSCRobert Bosch Tool Corp., of Mount Prospect, Ill.Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Skil® Circular Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
The trigger switch on the circular saw can be locked on or the switch can be turned on without the use of the safety lock-out. This can cause unexpected operation of the saw, posing a risk of laceration.
- 2007-08-15CPSCGiftco Inc., of Vernon Hills, Ill.Giftco Inc. Recalls Pine Cone Candle Sets Due to Fire Hazard
The candles' exterior paint and coating can ignite and catch fire, igniting nearby combustibles.
- 2007-08-14CPSCMattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.Additional Reports of Magnets Detaching from Polly Pocket Play Sets Prompts Expanded Recall by Mattel
Small magnets inside the dolls and accessories can come loose. The magnets can be found by young children and swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
- 2007-08-14CPSCMattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.Mattel Recalls Doggie Day Care™ Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose
Small magnets inside the toys can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
- 2007-08-14CPSCMattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.Mattel Recalls Barbie and Tanner™ Magnetic Toys Due to Magnets Coming Loose
A small magnet inside the "scooper" accessory can come loose. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.
- 2007-08-14CPSCMattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.Mattel Recalls "Sarge" Die Cast Toy Cars Due To Violation of Lead Safety Standard
Surface paints on the toys could contain lead levels in excess of federal standards. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
- 2007-08-14CPSCMattel Inc., of El Segundo, Calif.Mattel Recalls Batman™ and One Piece™ Magnetic Action Figure Sets Due To Magnets Coming Loose
Small, powerful magnets inside the accessories of the toy figures can fall out and be swallowed or aspirated by young children. If more than one magnet is swallowed, they can attract inside the body and cause intestinal perforation, infection or blockage, which can be fatal.
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