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.
- 2006-08-25CPSCSyratech Corporation, of East Boston, Mass.Syratech Corporation Recalls Elements® Decorative Lawn Sprinklers
The plastic body of the lawn sprinkler can crack when placed under intense water pressure and pieces of it can break off and be projected 5 to 10 feet in the air. This could pose a risk of injury to consumers and bystanders.
- 2006-08-24CPSCSony Energy Devices Corp., of JapanApple Announces Recall of Batteries Used in Previous iBook and PowerBook Computers Due to Fire Hazard
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- 2006-08-23CPSCITT Water Technology Inc., of Auburn, N.Y.ITT Water Technology Inc. Recalls Faulty Pumps for Fire Suppression Systems
A mechanical part on these pumps was not fully tightened, which can lead to the pump failing during use. If pumps sold with fire suppression systems fail, the risk of fire damage increases. The pump itself does not pose a fire hazard.
- 2006-08-23CPSCYork Barbell Company Inc., of York, Pa.Weightlifting Bars Recalled by York Barbell Co. After Reports of Units Breaking
Due to a defect in the sleeve mechanism, the bar can break under the pressure of significant weight, which could injure consumers and bystanders.
- 2006-08-23CPSCBlount International Inc., of Kansas City, Mo.Blount International Inc. Recalls Replacement Blades for Use with Snapper Riding Lawnmowers Due to Laceration Hazard
When the lawnmower is operated, the replacement blade can crack and pieces can break away, posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers and bystanders.
- 2006-08-22CPSCSpin Master Toys, of Toronto, CanadaSpin Master Radio-Controlled Toy Airplanes Sold Exclusively at Toys R Us Recalled for Burn Hazard
The rechargeable battery pack inside the toy airplane can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
- 2006-08-22CPSCSchool Specialty Publishing, of Columbus, OhioSchool Specialty Publishing Recalls Children's Science Kits for Thermal Burn Hazard
The battery case in the science kit can overheat, posing a thermal burn hazard.
- 2006-08-21NHTSA-EquipmentKERR LEATHERS, INC.KERR LEATHERS, INC. — FMVSS 218/MOTORCYCLE HELMETS/IMPACT FAILURE
THE WEARER OF A NONCOMPLIANT HELMET MAY BE SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED FROM HEAD IMPACTS IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
- 2006-08-17CPSCLands' End, of Dodgeville, Wis.Lands' End Children's Light-Up Backpacks Recalled for Overheating
The backpack's battery pack can overheat, causing the battery case to melt, presenting a burn hazard if touched.
- 2006-08-17CPSCKindermusik International Inc., of Greensboro, N.C.Cage Bell Musical Instruments for Babies Recalled for Choking Hazard
If the bell inside the instrument is damaged during manufacturing, the bell can be pulled out of the instrument, posing a choking hazard.
- 2006-08-17CPSCTriple Win Sports, of TaiwanTarget Recalls Scooters - Various Breaking Parts Present Fall Hazard
The handlebars, wheels and wheel brakes can break and detach, causing the rider to lose control, fall and possibly suffer injuries.
- 2006-08-17CPSCAcuity Specialty Products Group Inc., a subsidiary of Acuity Brands Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.5-Gallon Zep-Brand Cleaner, Floor Stripper Sold at Home Depot Recalled, Containers Crack and Leak Corrosive Liquids
5-gallon plastic pails containing the cleaning products can unexpectedly crack and leak from the base, posing a risk to consumers, due to the corrosive nature of these products.
- 2006-08-17CPSCFun Express Inc., a subsidiary of Oriental Trading Company Inc., of Omaha, Neb.Lead Poisoning Hazard Prompts Recall of Fun Express Children's Toys Given Away at Libraries
The paint on the bendable toys contains excessive levels of lead, which is banned under federal law. Lead is toxic and, if ingested by young children, can cause adverse health effects.
- 2006-08-16NHTSA-EquipmentFemtec, Inc.Femtec, Inc. — WHEEL RIM CRACKS
THIS COULD LEAD TO AIR LOSS FROM THE TIRE AS WELL AS THE EVENTUAL SEPARATION OF THE WHEEL AND TIRE FROM THE RIM, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 2006-08-16CPSCLutron Electronics Co. Inc., of Coopersburg, Pa.Tu-Wire® Dimming Ballasts Used With Compact Fluorescent Lights Recalled for Shock Hazard
These ballasts, if not properly grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code, can present a risk of electric shock to persons who come in contact with the ballast or with a light fixture that incorporates the ballast, such as when a consumer changes a fluorescent lamp bulb.
- 2006-08-16CPSCBlack Diamond Equipment Ltd., of Salt Lake City, UtahSpeed Buckle Harnesses Used During Mountain and Rock Climbing Recalled for Fall Hazard
The harness could be threaded incorrectly. If threaded incorrectly, the webbing will easily slip when loaded. Incorrectly threaded buckles can loosen, which could cause climbers to slip out of the harness and fall.
- 2006-08-16CPSCNingbo Brothers Sports Products Co. Ltd, of Zhejiang, ChinaAtico International USA Recalls Folding Picnic Tables Due to Collapsing Hazard
The legs on the picnic table can buckle or break during use, causing the table to collapse or fold unexpectedly.
- 2006-08-16CPSCBlack & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md.Black & Decker Expands Recall of Cordless Electric Lawnmowers Due to Fire Hazard
An electrical component in the lawnmowers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
- 2006-08-15CPSCGotham Architectural Lighting division of Acuity Lighting Group Inc., of Conyers, Ga.Gotham Light Fixtures Recalled Due to Risk of Falling Parts
The reflector/trim pieces may not be properly attached to each other. The lower portion of the reflector/trim assembly could detach and fall from the ceiling, striking consumers.
- 2006-08-15CPSCSony Energy Devices Corp., of JapanDell Recall of Notebook Computer Batteries Due To Fire Hazard
These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- 2006-08-14CPSCBallard Designs Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.Ballard Designs Inc. Recalls Potted Candles for Fire Hazard
The packaging or holder can ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- 2006-08-11CPSCBrunswick Bowling & Billiards Corp., of Lake Forest, Ill.CPSC, Brunswick Bowling & Billiards Corp. Announce Recall of Frameworx Table Height Chairs and Bar Stools
The down shaft on the seat plate assembly can fracture, which can cause an occupant of the seat to fall.
- 2006-08-10CPSCNRS, of Moscow, IdahoSafety Alert: NRS and LL Bean Inflatable Water Boards Lack Safety Warning Labels
The safety warning label containing precautionary information on proper use and operation was not affixed to the device. The safety warning label should read: "CAUTION: This is not a lifesaving device. Never leave children unattended in or near water"
- 2006-08-10CPSCGreenbrier International Inc., of Chesapeake, Va.Dollar Tree Stores Recall Counterfeit Extension Cords Due to Shock Hazard
The counterfeit extension cords could have undersized wire and substandard insulation, which can cause overheating, resulting in a possible shock hazard.
- 2006-08-10CPSCPanline USA Inc., doing business as ALEX, of Northvale, N.J.Children's Cooking Sets with Glass Lids Recalled for Laceration Hazard
The glass pot lids can break, posing a laceration hazard to children.
- 2006-08-09CPSCQuiksilver Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif.Quiksilver Recalls Children's Lounge Pants Due to Burn Hazard
These lounge pants fail to meet the children's sleepwear flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury to children, due to the possible ignition of the garment. These garments were not labeled or marketed as sleepwear, but because they are children's loungewear, they must meet the children's sleepwear flammability standards.
- 2006-08-09CPSCJ.C. Penney Corporation Inc., of Plano, TexasJ.C. Penney Recalls Lamps For Fire Hazard
The lamp's electrical circuit board can spark and overheat, due to an electrical problem, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
- 2006-08-08NHTSA-EquipmentRoush Performance Products, Inc.Roush Performance Products, Inc. — FRONT STRUT BRACKET SEPARATION
IF THE BROKEN BRACKET CONTACTS THE TIRE, SIDEWALL DAMAGE CAN OCCUR, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- 2006-08-08CPSCSpencer Gifts LLC, of Egg Harbor Township, N.J.ElectroPlasma Lamps Sold at Spencer Gifts Stores Recalled for Fire Hazard
Arcing between an object and the removable cover of the lamp can pose a fire hazard.
- 2006-08-07NHTSA-EquipmentTerex South Dakota, Inc.Terex South Dakota, Inc. — DRIFTING AERIAL BOOM
IF SEAL LEAKAGE OCCURS, THE BOOM MAY DRIFT. A DRIFTING PLATFORM CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
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