Recalls in January 1970

May 25, 2004
Paramount Farmsis voluntarily expanding its recall of natural raw almonds, initially announced last week when the company recalled whole natural raw almonds sold under the Kirkland Signature, Trader Joes and Sunkist brands.

Paramount said that from now on it "pasteurize" all almonds before shipping, which goes above and beyond current industry common practices.

The recall is being expanded in three ways:

• by extending the "best buy" dates for its retail brands;
• by including raw natural diced almonds; and,
• by including all of its industrial distributors and ultimate retailers.

The company chose to expand the recall after one additional case of salmonellosis was confirmed in Michigan that occurred more than three months ago.

Neither the original, nor expanded retail or industrial recall, includes roasted, blanched, sliced, or slivered almonds. Such almonds undergo processing which eliminates any potential bacteria such as Salmonella Enteriditis.

On the retail side, the recall extends the "best before" ending dates. The "best before" dates for Trader Joe's and Sunkist brands whole natural raw almonds extend from 8/21/04 through 3/15/05 to 8/21/04 through 5/20/05. The "best before" dates for Kirkland Signature brand whole natural raw almonds extend from "best before" dates of 8/21/04 through 2/8/05 to 8/21/04 through 3/16/05.

Furthermore, the recall adds raw almonds marked "natural diced" sold under the Sunkist brand in 10-ounce lay-flat plastic bags with "best before" dates of 8/21/04 through 5/20/05.

Paramount Farms is also in the process of contacting all of its distributors and ultimate retailers who further process and resell to ensure all whole natural raw and all raw natural diced almonds with "bulk ship" dates of 8/21/03 through 5/20/04 have been traced and removed from the marketplace.

t is believed that most of the product already has been consumed or has been processed, roasted or otherwise altered, which typically eliminates Salmonella , believed to be linked with illnesses that resulted in the original recall. Countries where the almonds may have been distributed and in which customers are being contacted include Mexico, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, France, England and Italy.

"While extensive lab testing has revealed no Salmonella in Paramount products, we are contacting all of our customers who may have received shipment of natural raw unpasteurized almonds to retrieve any that may still be in circulation and have not been roasted," said David Szeflin, vice president, Operations, Paramount Farms.

The original recall of May 18, 2004 involved approximately 5 million pounds of whole natural raw almonds. An additional 8 million pounds were shipped to other companies, as well as overseas.

The whole natural raw almonds sold under the Trader Joe's brand were in a one-pound lay-flat plastic bag marked "nonpareil variety raw almonds;" those sold under the Sunkist brand were in a 10-ounce lay-flat plastic bag marked "raw natural whole almonds;" and, those sold under the Kirkland Signature brand, available exclusively at Costco Wholesale Inc., were packaged in three-pound, lay-flat plastic bags.

Salmonella is an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.

April 3, 2007
Dollar General is recalling about 396,000 metal key chains because they contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

This recall involves three styles of metal key chains including a flip flop design, dangling charms and a letter. The flip flop charms were sold in purple, yellow and aqua blue and have a flower at the top. Charms on the dangling-style key chain include a cross, flower, shamrock, and a heart that hangs from a short silver chain. The letter-style key chain is a silver metal letter in the English alphabet. The words 'KeyChain' and 'Dollar General $1.25' are printed on the front of the packaging for each style.

The chains were sold at Dollar General stores nationwide from December 2005 through January 2007 for $1.25.

Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General Corp. at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 21, 2007
Tap Machine Inc. is recalling about 2,000 sake warmers because they can unexpectedly spray hot sake on consumers during use, posing a risk of serious burns.

Tap Machine has received one report of a consumer sustaining first- and second-degree burns when using the sake warmer.

The recalled product is used to warm sake at restaurants, bars or for home use. The counter-sized unit is about 11-inches wide by 11-inches deep by 19-inches high. The unit warms sake to between 115 and 145 degrees Fahrenheit. It has a front-mounted spicket to control the flow of sake and uses an external 18 liter bag in the box reservoir or an external three liter refillable plastic reservoir, both of which contain sake and are placed on top of the unit.

The recalled units have model number SM05 followed by serial numbers: 1001 through 3074, which is written on the left side of the units.

The units were sold at Tap Machine's Web site, by telephone order, and at various wine and spirit distributors from November 2005 through January 2007 for about $150.

Consumers should immediately stop using these sake warmers and return them to Tap Machine for a full refund.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

June 28, 2006
The Chrysler Pacifica is the focus of a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration investigation because the engines might stall in some models.

The probe covers approximately 147,000 vehicles and began in February after federal regulators received 60 complaints.

Both computer software and defective fuel pumps are thought to be the likely cause of the stalling. Software is suspected to be the cause of stalling in 131,000 2005 and 2006 models,

Defective fuel pumps are thought to be the cause in 17,000 2005 models, according to NHTSA.

WASHINGTON, July 17, 2002 -- Royal Outdoor Products of Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 1,250 colonial vinyl post kits. Cracks can develop near the base of the posts. This can allow the railing to collapse, potentially injuring people on the deck.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).f

CPSC and Royal Outdoor Products have received seven reports of the posts cracking and one report in which the post failed. Royal Outdoor Products is not aware of any injuries associated with the posts cracking or failing.

The recalled Royal Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kit is intended for use with the Royal pre-built vinyl deck rail system. The 4-inch square post has a "lathe turned" design in the middle. A label with the words "Royal Outdoor Products" and "R008-45-136" is affixed to the bottom of each post. Each kit contains one post. The posts were made in Canada.

Home Depot stores in the mid-Atlantic region sold these deck post kits from February 2002 through April 2002 for about $30.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Royal Outdoor Products to receive a free reinforcement kit. For more information, consumers can reach Royal Outdoor Products at (877) 467- 6925 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday ET or visit the firm's web site at www.royaloutdoor.com.

July 6, 2005
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded previous recalls of certain implantable defibrillators manufactured by Guidant Corporation, and recalled June 17, 2005 and June 24, 2005.

FDA has designated as Class I the recalls of the Ventak Prizm, 2 DR (manufactured on or before April 16, 2002) and Contak Renewal1 and 2 devices (manufactured on or before August 26, 2004)

A Class I recall is the highest priority recall. It consisted of a letter to physicians and patients, and was sent out on June 17. This recall is one in which there is a reasonable probability that, if a particular device is malfunctioning, the malfunctioning device will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.

Malfunctions in these devices can lead to serious consequences and its important for patients to call their doctor for additional information and personalized advice, said Daniel Schultz, MD, Director of FDAs Center for Devices and Radiological Health. However, its also important to understand that in most cases these defibrillators work well and save lives.

FDA has designated as Class II the previously announced physician communications concerning Ventak Prizm AVT, Vitality AVT, Renewal AVT devices, Renewal 3 and 4, Renewal 3 and 4 AVT, and Renewal RF devices

A Class II recall is one in which the malfunctioning product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, however the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.

These recall classifications do not affect Guidants current recommendation to physicians and patients. Guidant recommends that physicians continue with normal follow-up patient visits at three-month intervals.

Neither Guidant nor FDA is making a recommendation as to whether individual patients should have their devices removed. Rather, both believe that decision is best made by consultation between patients and their physicians, based on the specific case history of each patient.

In certain cases, the risks associated with the surgery to explant the device will outweigh the extremely small risk of device malfunction.

July 21, 2004
Kmart is recalling about 38,000 Pool Pump water guns sold in its stores from January 2004 through June 2004 for about $2. The cone-shaped nozzle can unexpectedly come off the water gun and be propelled, possibly causing injury.

There have been four reports of injuries to children including cuts and bruises to the face and head.

The 15-inch-long water guns are shaped like giant syringes. When placed in a pool, they fill with water when the handle at the top of the device is pulled, and shoot water when pushed. They have either an orange tube with green handle and nozzle or a yellow tube with blue handle and nozzle. There is no writing on the water guns themselves.

Consumers should stop using the water guns and return them to a Kmart store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Kmart at (866) KMART4U anytime.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

June 19, 2007
Far East Imports is recalling its 300-shot "Saturn Missiles Battery" fireworks. These fireworks devices can travel in an unexpected and dangerous direction, which could pose eye and other injury hazards to bystanders.

The recalled fireworks are a 200 gram multi shot device that consists of 300 individual missiles with a single fuse for ignition. The device measures 2 1/2 by 23 7/8 by 3 1/4 and its packaging has a red and yellow label and the words Saturn Missiles-Battery-300 Shots Finale printed on it.

They were sold by Boomer Distributors nationwide from April 2006 through July 2006 for $10.

Consumers should immediately stop using this fireworks and contact Far East Imports for a replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Far East Imports at (800) 766-1277 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the companys Web site at www.fareastimporting.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

October 16, 2007       Spanish
Huffy is rcalling about 22,000 bicycles because the cranks can fall off.

Huffy has received two reports of the crank coming off, resulting in one injury.

The recall involves 2007 model year, multi-speed bicycles with 26-inch, 24-inch or 20-inch wheels. The Howler was sold in black (model K3587, boys model), blue (model K4587, mens model), and red (model K6587, mens model). The Highland was sold in white (model K4597, womens model) and blue (model K6597, womens model).

The name "Howler" or "Highland" is printed on the frame of the bicycle, and the name "Huffy" is on the front of the frame. Model numbers are located on a label on the bottom of the frame where the crank is attached to the bicycle.

The bicycles were sold at Kmart stores nationwide from May 2007 through July 2007 for between $80 and $100. They were manufactured in China.

Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and contact Huffy Corp. to receive instructions on tightening the crank.

For more information, contact Huffy Corp. toll-free at (888) 366-3828 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.huffybikes.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

August 10, 2006
Dollar Tree Stores is recalling about 600,000 counterfeit extension cords because of a shock hazard. The counterfeit extension cords could have undersized wire and substandard insulation, which can cause overheating, resulting in a possible shock hazard.

The recalled cords are green, measure 6 feet long, are intended for indoors and have a three-outlet extension. Attached to the cord is a silver counterfeit UL holographic label marked "09/01 E157848 UL LISTED CORD SET BW-3045 13A 125V 1625W".

The cords were sold at Dollar Tree Stores, Dollar Bill$, and Dollar Express nationwide from November 2005 through May 2006 for $1.

Consumers should stop using the recalled extension cords immediately and return them to any Dollar Tree store for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc., at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm;s Web site at www.dollartree.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2002 -- Graco Children's Products is providing a new instruction sheet for installing the suction cups on about 8,900 Snack and Activity Trays. The Snack and Activity Trays are sold with detached suction cups that the consumer installs. If the suction cups are not properly attached, they can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The action is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Graco has not received any reports of injury from the suction cups detaching. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

The Snack and Activity Tray can attach to high chairs, strollers, swings and other flat surfaces. There are four toys on each tray, including a toucan with a rainbow colored beak, a clear ball with colored beads inside, a yellow star with a mirror on one side and a green dog. "Mix 'N Move" is molded on the toucan, ball and dog. The toys are removable and interchangeable with other Mix 'N Move toys, which are purchased separately.

Discount, department and juvenile product stores, including Sears, nationwide sold these activity trays from August 2001 through February 2002 for about $15.

Consumers should stop using these products immediately. To receive a new instruction sheet, consumers should contact Graco at (800) 345- 4109 anytime. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.gracobaby.com , where a new instruction sheet can be printed immediately.

April 6, 2001
General Motors has issued an urgent recall for 6,000 of its new 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazers, GMC Envoys and Oldsmobile Bravadas. A lower control arm in the steering system may break because of defective parts, possibly causing loss of control, GM said.

Owners are being advised to park their trucks immediately. Dealers were asked to tow, not drive, the SUVs in for service and to provide a loaner car while the problem is fixed.

Dealers were notified of the problem yesterday. They were asked to contact new owners immediately and not to sell any new vehicles until they are repaired. Prospective buyers should not even be allowed to take a test drive, the company announcement said.

The defective part was provided by an outside supplier, GM said. The Moraine, Ohio, plant where the new trucks are made is being shut down until April 16 while the problem is resolved. The company said 30,000 of the new SUVs have been manufactured but only 6,000 have been sold in North America.

Ironically, the new GM models are designed to be much safer than earlier SUVs. They are built with a lower center of gravity, a longer wheelbase and an engine that is positioned lower in the frame. Those changes are intended to reduce the chance of a roll-over, the problem that has plagued other SUV models.

May 3, 2005
Simplicity is recalling about 575 White Lancaster Cribs. The white paint on the cribs can chip, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Simplicity Inc. has received four reports of consumers who noticed paint peeling off their crib. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled cribs are made of wood and painted white. Model numbers 8554W-PT and 8554WW are printed inside the headboard and on the envelope attached to the mattress support. The Simplicity name, address, manufacturing date and model number are written on a label found on the inside bottom of the headboard.

The cribs were sold at department stores, childrens product stores and Target.com from June 2004 through April 2006 for about $200.

Consumers should contact Simplicity Inc. to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Simplicity Inc. at (800) 858-8323 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the Web site at www.simplcityforchildren.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, Feb. 29, 2000 -- Frieder Inc., of Bedford Heights, Ohio, is recalling about 35,000 Champion Brand Tools 6-outlet power strips. It is a 125-volt power strip made in China, and bears no UL listing.

The back of the strip has a date code indicating it was manufactured on 4/97. Writing on the cord includes "Chang RVV 300/500V." "Champion Quality Tools" and model number "10741" are written on the packaging. Discount outlets nationwide sold the power strips from January 1997 through July 1998 for about $3.

The wiring in these power strips is undersized and poses shock, electrocution and fire hazards.

Consumers should immediately stop using these power strips and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or send them to Frieder for a refund plus postage. For more information, consumers should call Frieder at (800) 321-8192 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 1, 1999 -- Montgomery Ward is recalling about 780 boys hooded jackets and sweatshirts sold under the brand name North West Blue. 

The jackets and sweatshirts have hood drawstrings. Children can get entangled and strangle in the drawstrings that catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches. Since 1985, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) knows of 16 deaths from neck/hood drawstrings. 

To help prevent children from strangling by their clothing drawstrings, in 1996 CPSC issued guidelines for drawstrings on children's outerwear, which were subsequently incorporated into a voluntary standard. 

For jackets and sweatshirts, CPSC recommends that drawstrings be completely removed and that alternate closures, such as snaps, buttons, Velcro or elastic be used. Montgomery Ward had been adhering to the voluntary standard and has implemented procedures to prevent future errors.

The jackets and sweatshirts being recalled have the following identification numbers printed on the care label: "RN90866" or "RN81862".The garments are made in Nepal or Pakistan from 100 percent cotton in sizes small through large. 

The sweatshirt is style RN 90866, which comes in navy or olive. This is a pullover style sweatshirt with a zipper front pouch pocket and elbow pads. The jacket is style RN 81862, which comes in khaki, navy, olive or natural with stripes on the chest and sleeves. This is a zip front jacket made from cotton canvas with a fleece hood. "North West Blue" is on a sewn-in label at the neck of both garment styles. Montgomery Ward stores nationwide sold the garments from August 1999 to October 1999 for about $20.

Parents should see that their children stop wearing the jackets and sweatshirts. Either remove the drawstrings from the hood or return them to the nearest Montgomery Ward store for a full refund. For more information, call Montgomery Ward at (800) 695-3553 between 8 a.m and 6:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or access their web site at www.wards.com/HTML/Recall_oct99.html.

August 24, 2008
Venmar CES Inc. is recalling about 3,400 light commercial heat recovery ventilators. The motors in these units can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Venmar CES has received three reports of ventilator motors overheating, resulting in fires which caused property damage.

Light Commercial Heat Recovery Ventilators are designed to exchange air between the inside and outside of a building or home in order to provide fresh air. The recall includes the following brand names and model numbers:

The "X" in the model number can be either a letter or a number. The model number is written on a silver or black label on the outside panel.

Heating, plumbing and building supply distributors sold the ventilators nationwide from January 1991 through July 2007 for between $1,700 and $2,000. They were made in Canada.

Consumers should immediately turn off the ventilator, disconnect it from the power supply, and contact Venmar CES to schedule a technician to install a free repair.

For more information, contact Venmar CES toll-free at (866) 698-6283 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday or visit the firm's Web site at www.venmarces.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 11, 2004
E & B Giftware LLC is recalling about 187,000 universal electric outlet adaptor plugs. Multiple metal plugs can be extended from the product at one time. Consumers touching an exposed plug while the adaptor is inserted into an electric outlet can receive a shock.

These universal electric outlet adaptor plugs were sold as either the Worldwide or Universal Adaptor Plug under four brand names: Samsonite, Royal Traveller, American Tourister and El Portal. MODEL: 1804 is written on the bottom of the plug.

They contain three adaptor plugs which are used by travelers worldwide to connect electrical plugs into electrical sockets. The adaptors include a hard plastic case which houses the three different plugs. A knob on the top of the product can be turned to extend the plugs for use.

The plugs were sold at travel stores, airport gift shops, gift stores, luggage stores and discount department stores nationwide from January 2001 through March 2004 for about $13.

Consumers should stop using the adaptor plugs immediately and call E & B Giftware LLC for a replacement item of comparable value or a refund.

Consumer Contact: Consumer Contact: Call E & B Giftware LLC toll-free at (800) 624-5671 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 8, 2007
Spin Master, based in Toronto, is recalling 4.2 million sets of Aqua Dots beads after at least two children lapsed into comas after swallowing the beads.

The coating on the beads that causes the beads to stick to each other when water is added contains a chemical that can turn toxic when many are ingested, the company said. Children who swallow the beads can become comatose, develop respiratory depression, or have seizures.

Federal safety officials have received two reports over the past several days of children swallowing Aqua Dots.

A 20-month-old child swallowed several dozen beads. He became dizzy and vomited several times before slipping into a comatose state for a period of time, was hospitalized, and has since fully recovered. A second child also vomited and slipped into a comatose state and was hospitalized for five days.

The recalled toy is a craft kit which allows children to create various multi-dimensional designs using small colored beads. The beads fuse together when sprayed with water.

The recall applies to all models of Aqua Dots. The product is available in various different kits with accessories such as a drying fan, applicator pen, design templates for the beads, and spray bottle. The product is labeled for ages 4+.

The toys were sold by mass merchandisers nationwide from April 2007 through November 2007 for between $17 and $30. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Spin Master to return for free replacement beads or a toy of equal value.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Spin Master at (800) 622-8339 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.aquadotsrecall.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, May 9, 2001 -- Vermont Castings, Majestic Products (VCMP), of Ontario, Canada, is recalling about 3,900 space heaters. Overheating inside the space heaters can cause the exterior to become extremely hot, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

VCMP has received three reports of the space heaters overheating, resulting in scorched floors and wall coverings. No injuries have been reported.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The recalled heaters are white with a silver grill cover. The vent-less heaters have the name "Vermont Castings" on the label directly below the grill. The heater model numbers start with the letters VBVH or VPVH and can be found on a rating plate on the left side of the heater. Independent retailers in the southeastern U.S. sold these recalled heaters from August 2000 to January 2001 for $200 to $400.

Consumers should stop using the heaters immediately and call VCMP toll-free at (866) 757-6649 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, to receive a free replacement heater or refund.

WASHINGTON, July 20, 2000 -- Target Corp. is voluntarily recalling about 16,000 glass and metal oil burning candles because the glass can shatter, creating a fire hazard.

Target has received six reports of these candles shattering, including three reports of minor property damage. There have been no injuries reported.

The candles come in two shapes: rectangular and circular. The glass portion of the candle is supported by a metal black metal frame. There are two glass pieces that stack on top of each other. The lower glass piece has a reservoir for oil. The top glass piece has an opening for a wick. The circular candle measures 6.25 inches in diameter and the rectangular candle measures 5.5 inches by 13.5 inches. These candles were made in China. Target stores sold them nationwide from January 2000 through May 2000. The circular candles sold for $8 and the rectangular candles sold for $15.

Consumers should stop using these candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a refund. For additional information, consumers should call Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

July 2, 2003

SOIREE and Soft n' Warm Electric Blankets are being recalled by Perfect Fit Industries. The blankets can overheat, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers, especially when the blanket is folded or bunched.

Perfect Fit is aware of 44 reports of these blankets overheating, resulting in four reports of minor burn injuries. Damage to the blankets and bedding materials also have been reported.

The recalled electric blankets are the SOIREE (only those sold at Belk stores) and Soft n' Warm (only sold at K-mart), both of which were sold in king, queen, full and twin sizes. At Belk, the electric blankets were sold only in ivory color and at K-mart they were sold in ivory, light blue and hunter green colors. The model name appears on the packaging, but not on the blanket.

Both models have a UL warning label and a permanent label that reads "Perfect Fit" and "Shell Made in China. Wired and Closed in U.S.A." The Soft n' Warm model has a date code ranging from 02228 through 02305 printed on a warning label on the foot of the blanket.

The blankets were sold at K-mart and Belk stores nationwide from September 2002 through February 2003 for between $40 (twin size) and $200 (king size).

The firm is providing a free replacement blanket, but consumers should unplug the recalled units immediately. Call the company at (877) 882-9478 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for a replacement.

March 31, 2005
DaimlerChrysler AG is recalling some 1.3 million Mercedes-Benz cars worldwide to fix problems with their alternators and batteries.

The company said it will check the voltage regulator in the alternator on six- and eight-cylinder models and replace the regulator if needed.

Mercedes also said it would install battery control software on the E-class and CLS-class models built from January 2002 through January 2005. The company also said the braking system on the E, SL and CLS-class made since June 2001 would be updated.

The company has set up a hot line for European customers at 800-1-777-7777. In the United States, customers can call 1-800-FOR-MERC.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2001 --Endar Corp. and Wal-Mart Stores are voluntarily recalling 74,000 Ambria brand candle sets. The wax from the candles can drip and ignite the potpourri. Additionally, when the candles are in close proximity, they generate a significant amount of heat. Each of these hazards could lead to a fire, which could cause burn injuries to consumers.

Wal-Mart has received no reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The 9-Piece Harvest Centerpiece Collection candle set contains seven candles (three white pillars, two red apple shaped novelty candles, and two yellow leaf shaped novelty candles), potpourri and a round 12-inch copper color plate.

Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold these candles from September 1, 2001 through September 20, 2001 for about $10.

Consumers should stop using the candle sets immediately and return them to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund. Consumers also can call Endar Corp. toll-free at (800) 562-9974 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's website at www.endar.com.

January 17, 2008    Spanish
About 38,000 Cranium Cadoo board games are being recalled because the die included in the games contain excessive levels of lead.

Only the die found in Cranium Cadoo board games with lot numbers 2007195 through 2007244 are included in the recall. The Cranium Cadoo game is packaged in a square cardboard box with an orange background. The seven digit lot number is printed under the plastic tray on the bottom half of the box.

The games were sold at Fred Meyer, Kmart, Shopko, Wal-Mart and specialty game stores nationwide between October 2007 through January 2008 for about $20. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately dispose of the die and contact Cranium Inc. to receive a free replacement die.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cranium Inc. at (877) 272- 6486 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cranium.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 10, 2004
Black Diamond is recalling its Soliras Headlamp Lithium Ion Batteries. The battery may overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard to users.

The recalled batteries are found in Black Diamond Soliras headlamps. The batteries has the following dates which can be found on the battery label: 0703, 0803, 0903, 1003, 1103, 1203, 0104, 0204, 0304, 0404, and 0504. The black headlamp has the words and symbol for the company on the light.

Authorized dealers nationwide sold the headlamps from March 2004 through May 2004 for about $150.

Consumers should stop using the headlamps immediately and return the battery to the nearest authorized Black Diamond dealer for a free replacement.

Call Black Diamond collect at (801) 278-5544 between 8 am. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday. or log on to the companys Web site at www.blackdiamondequipment.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

March 13, 2008    
Battat Inc, is recalling about 7,000 additional Magnabild magnetic building sets. The recall is in addition to 125,000 sets recalled in January.

Small magnets inside the building pieces 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 perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.

Battat and federal regulators have received 16 reports of magnets coming out of the building pieces. No injuries have been reported. No incidents have been reported with models BB1439 and BAT-34.

This recall involves the 108-piece (item number BB1439H) and the 68-piece (item number BAT-34) Magnabild Magnetic Building System sets. The 108-piece set comes in a rotating display case containing sixty 1-inch rods with magnets and 48 metal balls. The 68-piece set comes in a window box and contains forty-four 1-inch rods with magnets and 24 metal balls. The rods come in different colors. All of the plastic building pieces have the word 'Magnabild' in raised lettering on them. 'BB1439H' is found on a hang tag attached to the display case. 'BAT-34' is found on the box. The products are designed for children older than three years.

The toy sets were sold at various retailers nationwide and online sellers from July 2005 through February 2008 for between $20 and $35. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled Magnabild Magnetic Building System away from children and contact Battat to receive a pre-paid mailer to return the toy and to receive a free replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Battat Inc. at (800) 247-6144 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.battatco.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 21, 2007
LL Bean is recalling about 800 children's snow and sand castle kits. The largest plastic castle block maker in the kit could crack at the handle during use, creating sharp edges that can pose a laceration hazard to young children.

The recall castle kit consists of three red plastic block makers. Only the largest block maker in the set is included in the recall. The largest block maker measures about 19 inches in length and 5 inches in width. Smaller block maker blocks and castle kits with the letter A on the inside of the large block maker are not included in this recall.

The kits were sold by L.L. Bean retail stores nationwide, catalogs and internet from September 2007 through October 2007 for about $30. They were made in the U.S.

Consumers should stop using the large blocks and immediately take these recalled toys away from children. Letters will be sent to each customer with a replacement large castle block maker and a return mailer enclosed. In addition the notice will be posted in L.L. Bean retail stores and on its web site, and customers can return the kit to any retail store for a replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Paricon at (800) 873-8452 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit L.L. Beans Web site at www.llbean.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

July 3, 2007
Infantino LLC is recalling about 68,000 toy shape-sorting castles. The plastic rod can come loose allowing the colored counting beads to slide off of the toy, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Infantino has received four reports of children nearly choking on the colored beads after putting them in their mouths.

The recalled toy castles have counting beads, four play figures and several different shapes and letters that fit into holes in the castle. infantino is printed in the lower right-hand corner of the side with the letters. The recall only includes castles with the following date codes: 5349, 6087, 6132 and 0906. Castles with other date codes, no date code or with a plastic rod attached with a metal screw are not included in this recall.

The date code is stamped on the underside of the blue top and can be viewed through the top square shape or top A letter openings.

The castles were sold at Wal-Mart, Target, Marshalls, Meijers and other specialty toy retailers nationwide from January 2006 through May 2007 for about $12.

The toys were made in China.

Consumers should take the recalled toy away from young children immediately and contact Infantino for instructions on how to return the product for a free replacement. A free return shipping label can be accessed on the firms Web site.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Infantino toll-free at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at service.infantino.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

July 25, 2006
The Home Depot is recalling about 9,500 Hampton Bay children's lamps. The lamps are the "Transitional Collection Fire Truck and Bulldozer Accent Lamps with Night Lights."

The glass window of the fire truck and bulldozer night light can become dislodged, fall and shatter into small pieces. This poses a laceration hazard and a serious risk of injury if ingested by a small child.

There has been one report of the glass window of the lamp breaking in a store. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled children?s lamps have a red toy fire truck or yellow toy bulldozer base that sits on a 6-inch wide by 9.75-inch long hand-painted wood base. SKU No. 167-367 is printed on the bottom of the base of the fire truck lamp and SKU No. 167-939 is printed on the bottom of the bulldozer lamp. The fire truck and bulldozer have glass windows. The overall assembled dimensions are about 12 inches wide by 20.5 high. "Made in China" is printed on the bottom of the lamps. Hampton Bay is printed on the box only.

The lamps were sold exclusively at The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2006 through June 2006 for about $40.

Consumers should stop using the recalled lamps immediately and return the item to The Home Depot store for a full refund.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2000 -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Children's Place is voluntarily recalling about 120,000 boys baseball shirts and rompers. The buttons can come off, posing a small parts choking hazard to young children.

The Children's Place has received three reports of buttons detaching. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled baseball shirts are grey, blue, white or red with contrasting colors at the trim. They were available in boys sizes 3 to 36 months. The shirts have four baseball-shaped buttons down the front. A tag at the neck reads in part, "The Children's Place, Made in Turkey". On the left front of the shirt there is an embroidered baseball surrounded by the words, "Baseball Place USA". "Place" and the number "9" are embroidered on the back of the shirt.

The recalled one-piece rompers are grey, blue or red with contrasting colors at the trim. They were available in boys sizes 3 to 36 months. The rompers have four baseball-shaped buttons down the front and snaps around the crotch. A tag at the neck reads in part, "The Children's Place, Made in Turkey". On the left front of the romper there is an embroidered baseball surrounded by the words, "Baseball Place USA". "Place" and the number "9" are embroidered on the back of the romper.

The Children's Place stores nationwide sold the shirts and rompers from January 2000 through July 2000. The shirts cost about $12 and the rompers cost about $14.

Consumers should take these clothes away from their children immediately. Consumers should return the clothes to the nearest The Children's Place store for a full refund and a 10 percent discount coupon. For more information, call The Children's Place at (800) 839-3144 anytime.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2002 -- Eveready Battery Co. is voluntarily recalling about 24,000 Kidz Club flashlights, sold under its Energizer brand. The flashlights can overheat and cause the batteries to leak, posing a risk of burns to children.

Eveready has received three reports of the flashlights overheating, including one report of a 4-year-old boy receiving a minor burn to his hand.

The multicolored flashlights measure about 5.75 inches in length, and are made with a metal barrel and a plastic head. They take "C" batteries and have a rotating focusing head. The model number FC230KBP appears only on the reverse side of the package. The words Energizer Kidz Club appear on the head of the flashlight. "Made in China" is written on the base.

Discount department and toy stores sold these flashlights nationwide from April 2002 through October 2002 for about $6.

Consumers should take these flashlights away from children immediately and remove the batteries. Consumers should contact Eveready at (800) 669-6394 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the flashlights and receiving a $12 refund. Consumers also can access the company's web site at www.energizerflashlights.com

June 22, 2005
DeWALT is recalling about 3,800 of its Model D55143 Three-Gallon Hand-Carry Oil Free Air Compressor. Due to a wiring insulation defect, the unit may pose a possible shock hazard.

Only DeWALT D55143 three-gallon hand-carry oil free air compressors with the following date codes: 200448, 200453, 200502 through 200505, 200508, and 200509 are included in the recall. The date code is printed on the name plate on the rear air tank of the unit. Units marked with an R on the end cap of the unit are not included in this recall.

The units were sold at home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2005 through April 2005 for about $250.

Consumers should stop using the compressors immediately and contact DeWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection or repair if necessary.

For additional information, contact DeWALT at (866) 397-3228 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.DeWALT.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, Aug. 23, 2000 -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kids Line Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif., is voluntarily recalling for repair about 46,000 Le Cradle bassinets.

Infants can become entrapped in an opening between the bassinet's side and mattress platform and suffocate. Additionally, fabric can separate from the metal frame. Infants can be injured when they scrape against or become caught in the frame.

Kids Line has received one report of a 3-month-old boy in Oakland Park, Fla. who died when he suffocated after becoming trapped between the bassinet's side and mattress platform. Three other infants were scraped and bruised from contact with the metal frame that became exposed when the fabric separated from the frame.

Kids Line is offering a free in-home repair kit, designed to secure the fabric around the bassinet to prevent entrapments and exposure to the metal frame.

The recalled bassinets were sold under the name "Le Cradle Bassinette." The bassinet has a white metal base with wheels and a removable canopy. The oval bassinet itself is made up of a metal wire frame and a wooden base board that rests on the metal base. A sticker on the mattress platform gives instructions for use of the bassinet and says, "Le Cradle, Kids Line, Los Angeles, California." A fabric-covered foam mattress covers the wooden board. Matching fabric covers the bassinet frame, and comes in various colors and designs.

Children's products stores nationwide sold the bassinets from January 1989 through May 2000 for between $100 and $200.

Consumers should stop using the bassinets immediately and contact Kids Line for a free in-home repair kit. Consumers should call Kids Line toll-free at (866) LECRADL (532-7235) anytime.

April 16, 2008
HSN is recalling about 17,000 Charge-It-All Valets. The power strip located inside the valet has undersized wires, which can pose fire and shock hazards to consumers.

This recall involves the power strips sold with the medium and large Joy Mangano Charge-It-All Valets. The valet is a box with divided compartments that comes with a power strip that allows the user to recharge and organize items such as cell phones, mp3 players, PDAs and cameras in a single location.

The medium valet comes with a 3-receptacle power strip and the large valet comes with a 6-receptacle power strip. The letters J and M are printed in cursive under the valet.

The valets, made in China, were sold by HSN LP, exclusively, from October 2007 through January 2008 for about $50 for the large valet and $40 for the medium valet.

Consumers should immediately stop using the power strip. HSN LP will provide a replacement power strip and an in-store refund of $5. HSN LP will pay for all shipping charges to return the product. HSN is directly contacting consumers with the recalled units.

For additional information, call HSN toll-free at (888) 540-7052 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.hsn.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

April 24, 2007
Coby Electronics is recalling about 13,800 USB/MP3/CD boomboxes because of a fire hazard.

When left plugged into an electrical outlet and the off switch is not firmly in place, these boomboxes can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Coby Electronics has received 18 reports of these boomboxes overheating resulting in three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled Coby boombox is a portable CD/MP3 player with an AM/FM radio. The USB feature allows it to be connected to a computer. The boombox is primarily white with silver-colored speakers. The word COBY is written on the front and DIGITAL is written on the top. The model number, MP-CD475 also is written on the top.

The recalled units have serial numbers, located on the rear of the unit beneath the AC power cord plug-in outlet, in the following range limits:

• 0736000001 through 0736005000
• 0816000001 through 0816005300
• 0826000001 through 0826003500

The boomboxes were sold at discount, toy and office supply stores nationwide from August 2006 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.

Consumers should unplug these boomboxes immediately, and contact the firm for information on returning the recalled units and receiving a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Coby Electronics Corp. at (800) 524-9219 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.cobyusa.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 21, 2007
Cooper Lighting Inc. is recalling about 274,000 Metalux fluorescent shop lights. When the two prongs on the plugs electrical cord are touched simultaneously while lamps are installed, the light can pose an electric shock hazard to consumers.

Cooper Lighting has received six reports of consumers experiencing an electric shock. No serious injuries have occurred.

This recall involves the Metalux fluorescent shop lights Model 9240. Only date codes between December 1, 2006 (344 06) and September 14, 2007 (257 07) are included in this recall. The date code format includes the day and the year. For example, 344 06 refers to the 344th day of year 2006, or December 1, 2006. The model number and date code can be found on the packaging and on labels adhered to the fixture housing.

The lights were sold at major home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2007 to October 2007 for between $8 and $10. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the light fixture immediately and uninstall it according to instructions posted at www.cooperlighting.com. The fixture should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund or credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cooper Lighting at (800) 440-1676 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.cooperlighting.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

December 26, 2006
DEWALT is recallinag about 44,000 cordless reciprocating saws, Model DC305. The switch on these saws can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

DEWALT has received four reports of short circuits in the switch of these saws. One of these incidents was a report of a fire resulting in extensive damage, though the cause of this fire has not been confirmed. Another fire reportedly resulted in minor damage, and the other two incidents resulted in melting damage to the units. No injuries were reported.

This recall involves cordless DEWALT DC305 model reciprocating saws with date codes 200601-49 through 200640-49. They are yellow and black and about 18 inches long. The model number is located on the name plate on the side of the housing and the date code is located under the handle where the battery is inserted.

The saws were sold at major home centers and hardware stores nationwide from May 2006 through November 2006 for between $380 and $800.

Consumers should stop using the saws immediately and contact DEWALT for a free repair.

Customer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact DEWALT toll-free at (866) 751-9562 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.DEWALT.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2002 -- Jade Products Inc. is voluntarily recalling to repair about 7,200 Dynasty gas ranges. The ranges could tip over if a heavy weight is placed on an open oven door, posing a risk of burn injuries from hot food or liquids in cooking containers.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Producer Safety Commission (CPSC).

The Dynasty gas ranges included in this program are all 30, 36, and 48-inch units with the model number DGRSC. The model number is located on the serial plate that is accessed by lifting the right hand cooking module from the range top. The brand name "Dynasty" appears on the front of the range.

Appliance and retail stores nationwide sold these ranges from January 1996 through December 2001 for between $3,000 and $7,400.

Consumers may continue to use the ranges but are cautioned not to place any objects on the open oven door until an anti-tip bracket has been installed. Consumers should call Jade Products toll-free at (888) 607-5694 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to arrange for free installation of an anti-tip bracket.

The installation of the anti-tip brackets will bring the recalled ranges into compliance with the stability test requirements of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z21.1 Standard for Household Gas Cooking Appliances.

Some of these ranges were also involved in a separate March 2001 recall to repair a delayed gas ignition defect.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2000 -- DiaTech USA and Derby USA are recalling about 5,000 bicycles for repair. The disc brakes on these bicycles can stick and prevent the brake pads from returning to the proper position when the brake lever is released. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

DiaTech USA, the manufacturer of the brakes, and Derby USA, the importer and distributor, have received one report of a consumer who lost control of his bicycle when the brakes failed to disengage, and suffered broken ribs.

These are 2000 model bicycles with the following brands and models:

October 2, 2003

Crosman Corporation is voluntarily recalling about 1,500 spring-piston, break-action air rifles. The air rifles can discharge unexpectedly when the user closes the barrel, posing a serious risk of injury to consumers and bystanders.

Crosman Corporation has received one report of an air rifle unexpectedly firing, though no injuries have been reported.

The recalled break-action, spring air rifles include Crosman Model numbers RM177, RM177X, RM677, RM677X, RM877 and RM622 that were produced before August 2001. Models produced after that time are not included in this recall.

The recalled air rifles have brown wood stocks, black barrels, and blue and white striped spacers on the butt plate. The RM622 shoots .22 caliber airgun pellets; the other models shoot .177 caliber airgun pellets. The RM177X and RM677X were sold with scopes. Each barrel is imprinted with the model number and the words, "Manufactured for Crosman Corp. by Mendoza."

Authorized dealers, gun shops and sporting goods dealers nationwide sold the air rifles from June 2001 through August 2001 for between $130 and $250.

Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Crosman Corporation at (800) 724-7486 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the rifle for a free repair or replacement with a comparable model. Crosman will reimburse consumers for the cost of shipping. Consumers also can log on to the company's Web site at www.crosman.com to view safety and recall information posted since September 2001.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 5, 2005
Holmes is recalling about 13,500 portable electric heaters. Some heaters have improperly crimped wires which can result in overheating and a potential thermal burn or fire hazard.

Holmes is aware of 19 reports of heaters overheating, melting or charring along the bottom of the heater, including 13 reports of minor property damage beneath the heater. No injuries have been reported.

The recall involves the Holmes model HCH4305 portable electric heaters sold by QVC as QVC Item No. V19768. The model number and date code is located on the bottom of the heater. Recalled heaters have a date code beginning with 33xx through 39xx.

The recalled heaters were sold exclusively by QVC via the QVC cable television channel from October 2004 through January 2005 for about $33.

Consumers should stop using the recalled heater immediately. QVC is directly contacting all known consumers to arrange for a full refund.

For more information, contact QVC Customer Service at (800) 367-9444 between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 midnight ET, any day of the week.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

April 5, 2005
About 500,000 Hunter's View safety harnesses are being recalled. The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in consumers falling from tree stands and suffering serious injuries or death.

The harnesses were sold by hunting and sporting good stores nationwide beginning in January 2004 for between $100 and $300.Consumers should stop using the harnesses immediately and contact Hunters View to receive a free replacement harness.

The 2004 model year Fall Arrest Systems (harnesses) have model number 3333 and Model Year 2004 written on a white label attached to the harness or the tree strap. They were included with every Hunters View and every Comfort Zone brand tree stand sold under the following names and model numbers:

Consumer Contact: Call Hunters View at (888) 878-0440 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 23, 2009
Volvo is recalling about 8,400 XC60s from the 2010 model year. In some accident scenarios, the driver's seat side cover panel could cause the seat belt to detach, increasing the risk of injury to the driver.

Dealers will modify the panel free of charge when the recall begins in December.

Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552.

Consumers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or at www.safercar.gov.

WASHINGTON, April 29, 2002 -- Leifheit International USA Inc. is voluntarily recalling about 31,000 apple slicers/corers. The cutting blade can separate from the center-coring ring during use causing cuts to consumers' hands and fingers.

Leifheit has received two reports of the blades separating, resulting in minor cuts to the user's fingers.

The recall includes Pro Line apple slicers/corers. The slicers/corers are made of shiny chrome metal with two handles. "Leifheit" is printed on the top of one handle. A symbol code on the underside of the slicer/corer shows a number and dot sequence indicating the date of manufacture. Any product with a "1" or those with a "2" accompanied by one or two dots are included in the recall.

Houseware and gourmet cooking stores sold the slicers/corers nationwide from January 2001 to July 2002 for about $18.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Consumers should stop using these apple slicers/corers immediately and return them to either the place of purchase or the company. Consumers will have their choice of receiving a replacement or a refund. For more information, consumers can contact Leifheit at (866) 695-3434 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.leifheitusa.com.

March 21, 2008
QVC is recalling nearly 200,000 toy puzzle vehicle sets. Surface paints on the puzzle pieces and components contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recall includes the 16 piece Puzzle Track Play sets also known as Battery Operated Puzzle Vehicle sets. QVC item number T16876 is printed on the exterior of the brown box packaging. The sets have plastic puzzle pieces that when put together form a track with a battery operated train, fire engine or school bus vehicle designed to run on the track. Miniature street signs, traffic cones, and a battery for the vehicle are also included in the sets.

The sets, made in China, were sold by QVC televised shopping programs, Web page, toll-free number, and Studio store from September 2002 through December 2007 for about $20.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy puzzle sets away from children and return to QVC for a full refund including shipping and handling. Consumers who purchased the recalled set from QVCs television program or at QVC.com were sent a package by mail containing return information. Consumers who purchased the recalled set at the QVC Studio store should return the product to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact QVC at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET or visit the firms Web site at www.qvc.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

March 27, 2007
Radio-controlled model airplanes with lithium polymer batteries are being recalled. The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.

Estes-Cox has received nine reports of overheating, including one report of a plane catching fire and resulting in a minor burn injury.

The recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage.

Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions.

RadioShack stores nationwide sold the Sky Squadron Airplane from December 2006 through February 2007 for about $35. Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold the Sky Ranger Airplane from January 2007 through February 2007 for about $30.

Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Estes-Cox at (800) 576-5811 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.estesrockets.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 12, 2007
Atmel Corp. is recalling about 4,000 microcontrollers used in Honeywell digital cellular communicators that power home and business security systems.

The microcontroller in the communicator can enter an unrecoverable lock-up state due to a programming issue. The lock-up could result in a service interruption, and fail to transmit an alarm signal in the event of a fire or property invasion.

Honeywell has received 39 reports of problems with the microcontroller where it reportedly entered an unrecoverable lock-up state. There have been no reports of failure to report an emergency and no reports of injury or property damage.

The digital cellular communicator can be used as a primary means of security communications for a residence or business. The recall involves the Atmel microcontroller AT91SAM7S256 installed in Honeywell digital cellular communicator, Model 7845GSM.

Distributors nationwide sold the recalled communicators to commercial installers from July 2006 through October 2006 for about $250.

Customers who have not been contacted directly should immediately contact the firm for information on how to receive a free replacement communicator with updated software. Installers that purchased the communicators have been contacted directly.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Honeywell at (800) 573-0154, between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm?s Web site at www.security.honeywell.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

December 19, 2006
Wal-Mart is recalling about 70,000 Holiday Time 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.

The gift sets include a decorated ceramic mug and a stuffed Santa, snowman, or reindeer. The stuffed characters measure 7-inches tall and are made of fleece-like material. Two red and green buttons are sewn down the front of the characters. "DanDee COLLECTOR'S CHOICE" and the product's UPC number are printed on the character's sewn-in labels.

UPC numbers are as follows: Santa 0 47475 45419 8, Snowman 0 47475 45429 7, Reindeer 0 47475 45439 6. "Holiday Time " is printed on the character's hang tag. The mug comes in three designs and measures 6-inches tall. The designs include a Santa with green background, a snowman with blue background, and a Christmas tree with green background.

The mugs were sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $5.

Consumers should immediately take the plush character away from small children and return it to their nearest Wal-Mart for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Wal-Mart toll free at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit www.walmartstores.com for more information.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, Jan. 2, 2002 --The U.S. Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) today announced a safety recall of Britax Child Safety, Inc., convertible child restraints.

The recall involves 4,959 Advantage convertible child restraints, Model E9022, with production dates from March 5 to July 26, 2001. The date of manufacture is located on the label on the side of the restraint.

According to NHTSA, the tether brackets installed during the affected period may allow one of the tether attachments to separate from the seat shell in a vehicle crash. Separation of one of the tether brackets from the seat shell could allow increased head movement. These seats do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 213, "Child Restraint Systems."

WASHINGTON, Nov. 20, 2001 -- Raleigh America Inc. is voluntarily recalling about 500 bicycles. The bottom bracket spindle inside the crankset of the bicycle can break, causing the rider to lose control and crash. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

Raleigh America has received five reports of bottom bracket spindles breaking. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled bicycles are the 2001 Diamondback XSL-Race and XSL- Pro Mountain models. The XSL-Race model is white with red and black decals. The XSL-Pro model is yellow with white decals.

Authorized Diamondback dealers sold the bicycles nationwide from January 2001 through August 2001 for between $1,400 and $1,900.

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact the authorized Diamondback dealer where the bicycle was purchased to arrange for a free repair. For more information, consumers can contact Raleigh America at (800) 222-5527 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

June 15, 2004
Basler Electric Co. and Lutron Electronics are calling about 3,000 DC power supply units that can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

These recalled 12-volt DC power supply units were sold as an accessory power supply device for some of Lutron Electronics wall stations and control interfaces, including some Grafik Eye 3000 lighting control systems. These systems were professionally installed in indoor commercial and residential settings for lighting and dimmer control applications.

The power supplies are black plastic with Basler Electric and the model number BE29736001 imprinted on the plug side. On the opposite side is a blue and white Lutron label with the number GRX-12VDC. Lutrons Grafik Eye 3000 lighting system is not part of the recall.

Lutron sold these power supply devices to electrical distributors and contractors for use with lighting systems from January 1999 through March 2004.

Consumers should contact Lutron Electronics to receive a free replacement power supply unit.

Consumer Contact: Contact Lutron at (800) 523-9466 anytime, or send an e-mail to grx12vdc@lutron.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

August 6, 2008
About 80,000 KeO Bicycle Pedals are being recalled by Look Cycle USA, of San Jose, Calif. The steel axle inside the pedal can break, posing a fall hazard to cyclists.

Look Cycle has received 14 reports of incidents with broken pedals, including 7 injuries which resulted in scrapes, cuts, contusions, elbow pain, and a knee injury.

The recalled bicycle pedals were sold separately from bicycles. Pedal models include KeO Classic, KeO Sprint, KeO HM and KeO Carbon. The model name is printed in white on the side of the pedal.

Date codes between January 2004 and December 2005 are included in this recall. The date code for the KeO Classic, Sprint and Carbon pedals is on a dial stamped onto the pedal. The date code for the KeO HM is on the bottom of the pedal, with the letters A through L corresponding to the month, and the numbers 4 and 5 indicating 2004 or 2005. 'Ti' pedals are not included in this recall.

The pedals, made in France, were sold by specialty bicycle retailers nationwide from January 2004 through July 2007 for between $100 and $500.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle pedals and return them to any authorized Look Cycle dealer, or contact Look Cycle USA to arrange for shipping and free repair.

For additional information, contact Look Cycle USA toll-free at (866) 430-5665 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.lookcycle-usa.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 13, 2007Spanish version
Basix U.S.A. is recalling about 20,000 children's hooded sweatshirts and windbreakers with drawstrings.

The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children, in violation of federal guidelines intended to prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

This recall involves children's hooded sweatshirts and windbreakers sizes S to XL. Hooded sweatshirts included in the recall were sold in pink, white, light blue, yellow, navy and gray. The nylon windbreakers were sold in royal blue, olive, pink, light blue and navy. A tag sewn inside of the garment reads, "Basix USA." Style number PK215, PK218, KPF265, KPF275, or KH185 is printed on the garment's hang tag.

The jackets were sold at discount department stores nationwide from May 2003 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Basix U.S.A. at (800) 236-8150 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

April 17, 2007
Cardinal Distributing Co., of Baltimore, Md. is recalling 900,000 children's necklaces and charm bracelets because the paint on the jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled necklaces have sports-themed pendants including blue or green basketballs, yellow stars, '01,' and 'Perfect 10.' The pendants hang from a black cord. The bracelets include green or pink painted heart-shaped charms and silver-colored charms shaped as suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles, and fishbones.

The items were sold in vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores nationwide from January 2006 through April 2007 for 25 cents.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces and charm bracelets away from children and discard them.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cardinal Distributing Co. Inc. at (800) 368-2062 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.vendingdepot.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

January 30, 2006
A computer glitch that can shut down the engine of the Cadillac CTS and STS luxury sedans has resulted in an order by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to recall the two General Motors automobiles.

CTS and STS models with the V6 engine "may have a situation where fuel is no longer supplied to the engine," according to NHTSA.

"This condition occurs without the illumination of the fuel level low indication light or the warning chime," according to the agency.

NHTSA reports that if the Cadillac engine stops running, the driver may not be able to restart the vehicle.

Cadillac dealers will reprogram the electronic control module in the car with new software free of charge. Owners of the Cadillac CTS and STS were notified in December to maintain at least a quarter of a tank of fuel to avoid the condition.

Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339 or NHTSA 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153).

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11, 2002 -- STK International Inc. will pay $270,000 in civil and criminal penalties for importing and selling dangerous childrens toys. It's the first time a company has had to pay both civil and criminal penalties in a toy safety case brought by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

STK must pay a $120,000 criminal penalty and the company and its President Stuart T. Kole must collectively pay a $150,000 civil penalty. Additionally, STK, Kole, and other officials of STK are enjoined from violating CPSCs toy and art material regulations and must comply with an injunction mandating that the companys toys are tested before importation.

The combined fine is the largest ever to be imposed against a company that violated the small parts requirement. This requirement is aimed at protecting young children from toys that could present a choking or aspiration hazard. This case also represents the first time both civil and criminal fines were levied against a company for toy-related violations.

"CPSC has a vigorous nationwide program that detects and catches repeat offenders of federal safety laws," said CPSC Chairman Hal Stratton. "Working closely with our partners at the Justice Department and the U.S. Customs Service, we want to send a clear message to toy importers: there will be consequences for those who bring unsafe products into our country."

This is the second fine imposed on STK, which is a general merchandise importer, in the past five years. In May 1997, STK was ordered by CPSC to pay an $80,000 civil penalty for importing and selling over 90,000 toys and art materials that violated the small parts and labeling laws, respectively.

Through continued monitoring of STKs imports and retail surveillance between June 1997 and July 2002, CPSC determined that Kole and the company committed additional violations of the ban on small parts for childrens toys and labeling and testing requirements for art materials. This led CPSC and the Department of Justice to bring 12 criminal misdemeanor counts against the company, along with civil charges against STK and Kole for importing and selling banned and misbranded hazardous substances.

In addition to the payment of the penalties, STK and Kole must abide by the Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA), including the FHSA provisions for childrens toys and art materials. The company must also ensure that independent age grading and small-parts testing are conducted prior to importation, if the toys are age-graded for children under 3.

The civil penalty against STK is the result of the importation and sale of clock tambourines, which were recalled in November 1997; wind-up helicopters; pencil sets; and various other toys, games, and art materials.

The criminal fine stems from the companys importation of 110,000 childrens toys that CPSC recalled in August 2001. Dollar stores nationwide sold the toys, which can break, releasing small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children. The toys included a "2 Piece Tambourine Set," "Bathtime Water Wheel," "Funny Loco Wind-Up," and the "Pull Back Duck in Boat." Consumers should take the toys away from children immediately, and return them to STK International for a full refund. Consumers should call STK International toll-free at (800) 536-7855 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday for information about where to send the toys.

Feb. 27, 2003

The First Years Inc. is providing a new instruction sheet for 120,000 "2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stools." When used as a tub, babies' body parts can be pinched if the product's footrest is not fully extended so that it clicks into place firmly.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and The First Years have received 20 reports of babies being pinched while using these tubs, including one bruising of a baby boy's genitalia and 10 reports of abrasions to toes and feet. This recall to replace the stools' instructions is being conducted to prevent further incidents.

These "2-In-1 Fold-Away Tub and Step Stools," have model number 3141 written on the underside of the base. The product is a folding baby bathtub that can be used as a step stool for an older child. In the step stool position, the top of the turquoise lid has raised lettering stating "the first years" followed near the bottom of the lid with the two statements, "MAXIMUM LOAD/POIDS MAXIMUM: 200lbs/90kg" and "USE ONLY ON A LEVEL SURFACE. N'UTILISER QUE SUR UNE SURFACE PLANE." In the bathtub position, the seat back has a purple pad. The base and footrest are both white. Also, on the underside of the base is a tiny raised clock showing the year of manufacture of the product (i.e., "9?9") surrounded by the numbers of the clock. Only products bearing date codes 1999 and 2000 ("9?9" or "0?0") are included in this program.

Mass merchants nationwide sold these bathtub/stools between January 1999 and February 2002 for about $17.

Consumers should not use the bathtub until they receive revised instructions on the use of the tub to prevent the pinching hazard. Consumers should contact The First Years at (800) 533-6708 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive free revised instructions and a warning label to attach to the product. Consumers can also visit the firm's web site at www.thefirstyears.com

October 21, 2005
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is recalling about 3,700 Miniature Musical Bells Christmas Trees. The tree could overheat and melt, posing a fire hazard.

Two overheating incidents resulted in trees melting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

These battery-operated Miniature Musical Bells Christmas Trees have the item number 233010. The tree is about 18-inches high and 8-inches wide with three tiers of bells and a lighted star at the top. Each tree has Made in China embossed on the bottom. The trees use eight AA 1.5-volt batteries.

The trees were sold at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations nationwide from August 2005 through September 2005 for $19.99.

Consumers should stop using these trees immediately and contact Cracker Barrel Old Country Store for instructions on receiving a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Cracker Barrel Old Country Store at (888) 296-2721 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.crackerbarrel.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 24, 2005
Summit Marketing LLC is recalling about 2 million childrens folding chairs. The chairs safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Childrens fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and finger tip amputations to childrens fingers.

The firm has received seven reports of the chairs collapsing, resulting in four finger tip amputations, one laceration, and bruises to childrens fingers.

The recalled childrens folding chairs are made of metal tubing with a padded seat. They were sold in red, blue, yellow and green colors either individually or as part of a set consisting of a table and two, four, or six chairs.

Each chair is about 22-inches high, 10-inches wide, and about 11-inches deep. MANUFACTURED BY ZHANGZHOU STEEL TUBE FURNITURE FACTORY is written on a label underneath the seat of the chairs.

The chairs were sold at hardware, discount department, toy, grocery and drug stores nationwide from September 2002 through May 2005 for about $10 individually and for about $45 for a set.

Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately, and contact Summit for instructions on how to receive a repair kit to replace the locking pin.

Consumer Contact: Consumers should call Summit toll-free at (866) 270-6275 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

June 25, 2009
Big Muddy Motor Sports is recalling about 450 PowerPlus generators. The 220-volt receptacle can fail to produce power correctly and cause power surges that can damage appliances. This poses a risk of fire and possible injury to consumers.

The firm has received five reports of power surges resulting in damage to appliances. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled PowerPlus Generators are red with a black frame. The model number (BM7200 Power+) is printed on the side of the unit. Recalled units have a date of manufacture of 02/2009 labeled on the fuel tank.

The generators, made in China, were sold at Buchheit retail stores in Illinois and Missouri during May 2009 for about $700.

Customers should immediately stop using the recalled generator and return it to any Buchheit store for an exchange or full refund.

For additional information, contact Big Muddy Motor Sports at (800) 678-3607 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.buchheitonline.com or www.bigmuddymotorsports.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

April 29, 2008
Hammocks sold by LivingXL are being recalled because they represent a fall hazard.

The metal frame of the Multi Texteline Hammocks and Striped Quilted Hammocks can crack and break, causing a consumer to fall to the ground.

LivingXL has received three reports of injuries, including lower back pain and broken ribs, when the hammock collapsed after the frame broke or cracked.

The recalled hammocks are Model X1010 multi texteline hammock and Model X1011 striped quilted hammock. They consist of a metal frame and cloth hammock. The metal frame is made of steel, is beige in color, and has five pieces, including two foot brackets. The model number is located on the hammocks packaging and/or instruction sheet.

The hammocks were sold by LivingXLs catalog or at www.LivingXL.com from May 2007 through October 2007 for between $170 and $200. They were made in India.

Consumers should immediately stop using the hammocks and contact LivingXL for instructions on returning the hammock to receive a full refund. LivingXL is directly notifying consumers who purchased the hammock about the recall.

For additional information, contact LivingXL at (800) 535-7639 extension 7777 anytime, or visit the companys Web site at www.LivingXL.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 18, 2008    
DiNotte Lighting is recalling about 1,700 lithium-ion batteries used with its bicycle lights. because of a burn hazard.

A loose wiring connection and improper venting can cause the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

DiNotte Lighting Lithium-Ion battery with nylon bags are used with DiNotte 5W Li-Ion bicycle lights and DiNotte 3 LED police lights. The DiNotte logo is printed on the battery cable connector.

The lights were sold by bicycle and recreation stores nationwide and by Internet retailers from February 2006 through March 2007 for between $200 and $400. They were made in the United States and China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the battery and contact the company to receive a free replacement battery.

For additional information, contact DiNotte Lighting at (866) 822-7694 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.dinottelighting.com, or email the firm at service@dinottelighting.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

April 20, 2007
Additional serious injuries to children reported following the March 31, 2006 recall announcement of Magnetix Magnetic Building Sets have prompted the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Mega Brands America, Inc. to announce an expanded recall.

More than 4 million units are involved. The recall includes all sets, except newer Magnetix sets sold since March 31, 2006, that are age-labeled 6+ and sets that contain the following caution label:

"CAUTION: Do not ingest or inhale magnets. Attraction of magnets in the body may cause serious injury and require immediate medical care."

Mega Brands advises that sets currently being sold are safer and are not included in the recall.

To date, one death and 27 intestinal injuries have been reported.

Emergency surgical intervention was needed in all but one case. At least 1,500 incidents of magnets separating from the building pieces have been reported. Although the hazard was initially thought to be a problem primarily for children younger than six, it has since been learned that at least ten injuries involved children between the ages of 6 and 11 years old.

If a child swallows more than one tiny powerful magnet detached from the plastic building pieces or one such magnet and a metallic object, the objects can attract to each other inside the intestines and cause perforations and/or blockage, which can be fatal, if not treated immediately.

"CPSC is deeply concerned about the dangers that small, powerful magnets can pose to children if swallowed," said CPSC Acting Chairman Nancy Nord. "In order for any product recall to be effective in protecting consumers, we must significantly reduce incidents and injuries from occurring after the recall is announced." Mega Brands has been cooperative in this expanded recall.

These older sets, which were manufactured in China, contain up to 250 plastic building pieces and 1/2-inch diameter steel balls. The building pieces include 1 1/2-inch squares, 1-inch triangles, cylinder rods, flexors, connectors, x-tenders, and curves and come in an assortment of colors such as metallic, primary, translucent, and glow in the dark.

Mass merchants and other toy and arts and crafts stores sold the sets nationwide for between $20 and $60, depending on the size of the set.

Consumers should stop using the recalled magnetic sets immediately and contact Mega Brands for a comparable replacement toy. If consumers are uncertain as to whether their product is being recalled, they can contact Mega Brands at (800) 779-7122 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.megabrands.com.

The CPSC is urging consumers to immediately report any incidents of loose magnets to the CPSC Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or to the CPSC Web site at www.cpsc.gov.

June 21, 2005
Harley-Davidson is voluntarily recalling 13,400 Dyna series motorcycles because of a faulty transmission indicator.

The 2006 model year Dyna cycles have transmissions with a defect that may allow them to go into a false neutral position, even though the neutral indicator light is illuminated.

The motorcycle manufacturer said that it is providing owners with free pick-up and delivery as part of the Initial Care Program being rolled out for the 2006 Dyna motorcycles. The service will commence and recall kits will be available at dealerships beginning the week of Dec. 12.

Harley-Davidson estimates that the total costs to the company for the recall will be less than $5 million.

Harley-Davidson also said that it expects to meet its previously announced wholesale shipment target of 329,000 units for 2005.

February 23, 2005
Kmart is recalling Martha Stewart Everyday brand birch candle sets. The birch surrounding the candles may ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Kmart has received one report of a man who was burned on the hand while picking up one of the candles.

The recalled candle sets contain three birch bark candles and pine cones that sit on a round tray. The candles measure 3, 4, and 6-inches in height and have a white birch exterior. Martha Stewart Everyday brand name is printed on the box.

The candle sets were sold at Kmart stores nationwide from September 2004 through January 2005 for about $13.

Consumers should return these candle sets to the Kmart store where purchased to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart at (866) KMART4U anytime or visit the companys Web site at www.kmart.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

March 12, 2009
Seattle Cotton Works is recalling about 40,000 hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings that were sold at Kohl's from January 2009 through February 2009 for about $17.

The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood that can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, the CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.

The hooded, long sleeve sweatshirts have full-length zippers and drawstrings along the neck line. The products are sold under the Seattle Cotton Works brand in six different designs. The styles are set forth in the image below. The name, 'Seattle Cotton Works' appears along the inside neck line. They were made in Pakistan.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or call the manufacturer to arrange for a full refund.

For additional information or assistance returning a product contact Seattle Cotton Works at (800) 533-8922 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 20, 2008
Porsche is recalling almost 19,000 Cayenne SUVs worldwide to relocate the fuel line in the luxury vehicle.

The German automaker said the recall affects Cayenne models sold between November 30, 2006, and January 18, 2008.

Porsche reports that slight engine movement while driving can cause the fuel line to contact engine-compartment cladding causing a knocking sound.

In rare instances, according to Porsche, the engine movement in the Cayenne can cause abrasion marks in the fuel line.

April 15, 2004
American Honda Motor Co is recalling some 600,000 minivans and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) sold in the United States and Canada due to potential transmission defects.

Honda said it has received no reports of deaths or injuries due to the defect. The company said insufficient lubrication could lead to heat build-up and broken gears in the transmission. In rare instances, gear breakage could lock up the transmission.

The company said it has found 10 cases in which the transmission failed. All were vehicles with high mileage.

Subject to free inspection and repair are 2002-2004 Honda Odyssey minivans, 2003-2004 Honda Pilot SUVs and 2001-2002 Acura MDX SUVs.

January 24, 2008
Christmas Tree Shops is recalling about 15,000 toy wooden block and train sets. Surface paint on some pieces of the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The Big Wooden Blocks contain 30 or 60 colorful block pieces in 11 geometric shapes. The Jumbo Wooden Train Sets contain 70 wooden pieces including trees, stop and railroad crossing signs, a red wooden engine and green train cars. The following style numbers and UPC numbers are printed on the packaging of the toys:

The toys were made in China and were sold at Christmas Tree Shops located in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions from October 2006 through November 2007 for between $4 and $20.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return the toys to any Christmas Tree Shop to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Christmas Tree Shops at (888) 287-3232 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.christmastreeshops.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

October 25, 2007     Spanish
Dollar Tree Stores Inc. is recalling about 198,000 pieces of children's metal jewelry. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

This recall involves the Beary Cute, Expressions, and Sassy & Chic children's jewelry with items number 855589, 873091, 873097, or 903950. The item number can be found on the reverse of the packaging.

The items, made in China, were sold at Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks and Only $1 stores nationwide from December 2005 through July 2007 for $1.

Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dollartree.com (pdf)

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

December 19, 2007
The Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) is recalling about 11,000 'Soldier Bear' toys. The surface paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves the following wooden toys and a plastic military vehicle toy playset. The style number, UPC codes and 'Soldier Bear' logo are printed on the toy's packaging.

The toys were sold at AAFES stores worldwide from August 2006 through October 2007 for between $5 and $20. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to the nearest AAFES store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact AAFES at (800) 866-3605 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.AAFES.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

October 15, 2003

John Wiley & Sons has recalled its "Candle and Soap Making For Dummies" book. The instructions in the book for making lye combine sodium hydroxide and water in an incorrect order. This could cause the mixture to bubble over, posing a burn hazard.

The paperback book is titled "Candle & Soap Making For Dummies." The book's cover is black and yellow and has a photograph of candlesticks and slices of soap.

The books were sold at bookstores and discount department stores nationwide from August 2003 through September 2003 for about $20.

Consumers should return these books to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Contact John Wiley & Sons toll-free at (877) 762-2974 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.wiley.com.

February 18, 2005
Charles Products is recalling about 700 Maui Ocean Center Toddler Drinking Cups. A container inside the cup holds petroleum distillates, which can leak onto the outside of the cup and could come into contact with the user posing a poisoning hazard to children.

CPSC and Charles Products have received one report of the petroleum distillates leaking from the bottom of the cup. No injuries were reported.

The toddler cups are made of clear plastic with two handles and have a blue lid with a spout for young children to drink from. The dome-shaped container inside the cup contains blue and clear liquid, along with two toy dolphins, which appear to be swimming in the liquid. MAUI OCEAN CENTER is written on the side of the cups.

The cups were sold exclusively at the Maui Ocean Center in Wailuku Maui, Hawaii from June 2003 through September 2004 for about $10.

Consumers should immediately take these cups away from young children. Consumers should return the cups to the store where purchased for a refund or contact firm.

For additional information, call Charles Products at (800) 242-7537 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Frida

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 19, 2004
Avon is recalling 333,000 snowman nightlight diffusers. The scented oil can drip causing the nightlight base to crack or break, exposing electrical wire or metal parts inside the nightlight, thus causing a potential shock hazard. There is also a risk of cuts if the nightlight breaks.

Avon has received 33 reports of the nightlight base breaking, including reports of electrical shorts. One complaint involved a consumer who was scratched when the nightlight broke.

The diffuser nightlight has a white plastic base. A porcelain snowman attaches to the plastic nightlight to cover the nightlight bulb. The nightlight comes with winter holly scented oil that is placed in the snowmans top hat.

The lights were sold by independent Avon sales representatives and the Avon Web site from August 2003 through December 2003 for $10 to $15.

Consumers can get a free replacement nightlight base that will not crack or break from the oil. Known purchasers are being sent direct mail notification of this recall.

Consumer Contact: Call Cosmos Gift Corporation toll-free at (866) 348-9749 anytime to order a replacement nightlight base.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

July 10, 2008
About 18,000 Children's Charm Craft Kits are being recalled. The clasp in the charm craft kits contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

This recall involves 'Super Dooper Charms' (item #63403) and 'Shoelace Charms' (item #67310) children's charm craft kits. The craft kits contain components (i.e., charms, beads, wire, clasps) to assemble necklaces, jewelry accessories, or charms that can be hooked on shoelaces, backpacks, or used as zipper pulls. The item number can be found on the back of the package.

The kits, made in China, were sold through various retailers nationwide from July 2007 through April 2008 for about $17 for the 'Super Dooper Charms' kit and $6 for the 'Shoelace Charms' kit.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and contact Action Products International for instructions on returning it for a free replacement.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 7, 2007      Spanish
Schylling Associates Inc. is recalling about 3,500 Duck Family wind-up toys.

Surface paints on the ducks contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

The recalled Duck Family consists of a large wind-up duck, which pulls three little ducks. They are made of tin and are primarily yellow in color.

The toys were sold at toy stores and gift shops nationwide from January 2007 through August 2007 for about $8. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 16, 2007
Currey & Company is rcalling about 2,600 Thomasville table and floor lamps. The lamps' light socket has a defect, which poses electrical shock and fire hazards.

Currey & Company has received six reports of lamps tripping circuits and sparking or catching on fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

This recall involves Thomasville table and floor lamps in the Felicity Collection. The recalled table lamps include model numbers starting with 60001 and ending with 1006, 1007, 1008, 1009, 1010, 1011, 1012, 1013, 1014, 1015, 1018, 1019 and 1020. The floor lamps include model numbers starting with 60001 and ending with 1016 or 1017. The model number is printed on the packaging and on the bottom of the lamp base.

The lamps were sold at Thomasville Furniture dealers nationwide from August 2006 through October 2006. The table lamps were sold for between $240 and $380. The floor lamps were sold for about $370.

Consumers should stop using the lamps immediately and return them to the retailer where purchased to receive a free replacement lamp.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact Currey & Company toll-free at (866) 577-6430 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the companys Web site at www.curreyco.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

July 13, 2005
Value City is recalling about 300 African Blow Dart Guns. Consumers may have mistakenly purchased the dart guns thinking it was a decorative walking stick, posing the risk of injury if someone used the gun for its intended purpose.

The blow dart gun is a 51-inch long decorative wooden tube with an attached pouch containing five darts. The brown, bamboo-shaped gun has a black, small barrel-like container attached to the top.

The blow dart guns were sold at Value City stores nationwide from June 2005 through July 1, 2005 for about $5.

Consumers should secure the blow dart gun and darts and return them to any Value City store for a full cash refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Value City toll-free at (888) 278-6370 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.valuecity.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

July 9, 2009
Kidde is recalling about 94,000 Model PI2000 dual-sensor smoke alarms. An electrostatic discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.

The firm has received two reported incidents of smoke alarm malfunctions involving electrostatic discharge during installation. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Kidde dual sensor smoke alarms model PI2000. The alarms can be identified by two buttons, HUSH and PUSH AND HOLD TO TEST WEEKLY, which are located on the front/center of the alarm. The model number and date code are on the back of the smoke alarm. Only date codes 2008 Aug.01 through 2009 May 04 are included in this recall.

The alarms, made in China, were sold at retail, department, and hardware stores and through electrical distributors nationwide from August 2008 through May 2009 for between $30 and $40.

Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.

For additional information, contact Kidde toll-free at (877) 524-2086 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.kidde.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 5, 2004
Meijer Distribution is recalling its Kids Falls Creek PU Jacket with Polar Fleece in Hood. The zipper pull on the jacket can come off and pose a choking hazard to small children.

The recalled jackets were sold in various colors for boys and girls. Girls sizes include 2T through 5T, 4 through 7 and 8 through 19. Boys sizes include 2T through 5T, 4 through 6X and 7/8 through 16. A label inside the jacket reads, Authentic Falls Creek.

The jackets were sold at Meijer retail stores in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois from August 2003 through December 2003 for about $30.

Consumers should stop using these jackets and contact Meijer Distribution for instructions on returning the jacket for a refund.

Consumer Contact: Meijer Distribution toll-free at (866) 280-8419 anytime or visit the firms Web site at www.meijer.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

January 23, 2008
Honda is recalling 34,300 Fit subcompacts from the 2007 and 2008 model years because of a faulty wiring harness connected to the passenger side airbag sensor.

The sensor is designed to prevent the airbags from deploying when a child is seated in the front passenger seat.

Honda will replace the wiring harness.

The recall covers Fits that were sold or registered in 22 U.S. states that use road salt, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

"Salt from the snow on the driver's shoes will melt and may penetrate the carpet and leak into the wire harness," NHTSA reported. "Corrosion may occur and the wire may break, causing the SRS indicator light to illuminate."

A short-circuit, according to NHTSA can cause the front and side airbags to deploy in a crash, even if a child is in the seat.

This "will increase the risk of injury to small or out-of-position occupants," NHTSA reported on its Web site.

The recall covers Honda Fits sold or registered in these states: Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia.

March 14, 2007
Tri-Star International is recalling children's stationery sets sold in Northern California.

The children's stationery set contains a razor blade cutter with a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to young children.

The recall involves Cooky Stationery Sets, which include a pencil, various color markers, plastic scissors, erasers and the razor blade cutter. The cardboard backing of the set reads, "Cooky Staitonery (sic) Set." "Cooky Stationery" is written on the erasers and markers.

The sets were sold at Dollar stores in northern California from January 2005 through March 2007 for about $1.

Consumers should immediately take the razor blade cutter away from children and dispose of it. Consumers can return the set to the store for a refund.

For additional information, contact CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772 anytime.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 13, 2007Spanish version
Samara Brothers is recalling about 8,000 boys' heavyweight outerwear jackets. The snap closures on the outerwear jackets contain excessive amounts of lead, which poses a lead poisoning hazard.

This recall involves boy's outerwear jackets with a Carter's-brand logo on the front. The jackets were sold in toddler and boy's sizes. Toddler sizes range from 2T to 4T. Boy's sizes include S, M and L. The outerwear jackets were sold in charcoal, navy and red.

The jackets were sold at major department stores and discount department stores nationwide from October 2006 through November 2006 for up to $50.

Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Samara Brothers to obtain a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Samara Brothers at (800) 985-9975 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.samarajacketrecall.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, May 24, 2002 -- Spin Master Toys is voluntarily recalling about 137,000 Firestormer and Skyblazer toy planes. The plastic air intake chamber of the air-powered toy planes can burst, throwing plastic pieces, posing a laceration, bruise and abrasion hazard to consumers.

Spin Master Toys has received seven reports of Firestormer planes bursting, including four reports of injuries to children. Injuries included one chest abrasion, a cut leg, a bruised shoulder and ringing in the ears. There have been no reports involving the Skyblazer planes.

The recalled Firestormer plane is either red or blue in color with a flame graphic across the body and "Firestormer" printed on the wings of the plane. The Skyblazer plane is purple, green and white in color and has "Skyblazer" printed on the wings of the plane.

The toys use a hand pump mechanism to compress air to make the plane fly. Both planes are recommended for children 8 years old and over. The planes have an 8- digit date code on the bottom of the pump. The date code reads MM/DD/YY-KS. Only planes with date codes 12/29/01-KS through 03/24/02-KS are included in the recall. "Made In China" is written on the bottom of the pump below the date code. Planes manufactured before December 29, 2001 and after March 24, 2002 are not included in this recall.

Hobby shops and department stores nationwide, including Wal-Mart, Toys R Us, Target and K-mart sold these planes between January 2002 and May 20, 2002 for about $20.

Consumers should stop using the planes immediately and contact Spin Master Toys at (800) 622-8339 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a free replacement plane. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.spinmaster.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

March 11, 2005
Montrail Inc. is recalling about 970 pairs of crampons, used for ice climbing and mountaineering. The vertical rails at the front of these crampons can break, which could result in falls and injuries.

Montrail has received three reports of crampons breaking. No injuries were reported.

The recall includes models I354, I356, and K364 sold under brand names I.C.E. 9 and Khumbu. The recall includes products with UPC numbers beginning with 619120036 and ending with 204, 211, 464, or 457. These model and UPC numbers are listed only on the packaging, but not on the products themselves.

The crampons were sold at outdoor equipment retailers nationwide from September 2003 through Feb. 1, 2005 for between $135 and $185.

Consumers should stop using these crampons immediately and contact Montrail to find out how to return them and for further recall details.

Consumer Contact: Contact Montrail toll-free at (800) 826-1598 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

April 28, 2004
Isuzu is recalling 72,905 Trooper SUVs because their accelerators stick for several seconds after the gas pedal is released.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Troopers from the 1992-1995 model years were affected by the recall.

"The accelerator cable can stick so that the engine speed will not immediately decrease upon release of the accelerator pedal," NHTSA said. "This can cause the accelerator throttle cable to delay RPM and vehicle speed reduction for several seconds after the accelerator pedal is released, which in turn, can lead to a crash."

The agency did not say whether any actual accidents or injuries had been linked to the problem. It said dealers would fix it by replacing the throttle cable rubber boot on the SUVs.

January 31, 2008
Elegant Baby and Baby Needs Inc. are recalling about 200 sterling silver teethers.

The hearts and cars on the teethers can break off, posing a choking hazard to infants.

Elegant Baby has received one report of a baby mouthing the heart when it broke off the teether and became lodged in his mouth.

The sterling silver teethers are circle-shaped with either a heart or car in the center. The teethers have beads inside. The teethers measure two inches in diameter.

The teethers, made in Mexico, were sold at independent infant clothing boutiques nationwide from February 2005 through September 2006 for about $50.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled teethers away from infants and contact the firm for instructions on returning the teethers for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Elegant Baby at (800) 334-5321 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.elegantbaby.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

August 3, 2007
Plan 9 Inc. is recalling about 340 LED lights. The circuit board in the lights can overheat, posing a risk of fire.

The E Light is a 12-Volt DC light fixture with recessed LEDs typically mounted on the ceiling or under a counter. The recalled light is a flat, white rectangle with three LEDs (in the three-watt model) or six LEDs (in the 6-watt model).

The lights were sold at recreational vehicle parts retailers nationwide or the Backwoods Solar Electric Systems Web site from February 2006 through May 2007 for between $40 and $60.

Consumers should immediately turn the power off at the circuit breaker and contact Plan 9 for instructions on returning the product to the firm for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Plan 9 toll-free at (866) 522-1368 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.E-Light-Recall.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

January 10, 2007
Cannondale is recalling its 2007 Model road bicycles. The bicycle's front brake can fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall.

The recalled road racing bicycles are made from aluminum and carbon fiber or all carbon fiber. The model name is printed on the bicycle's top tube. They were sold in the following colors: natural aluminum/carbon, red, black or black and blue.

Recalled models include:
• 2007 Six 13 Team 1
• 2007 Six 13 Team 1/Compact Drive
• 2007 Synapse Carbon SL1/Compact Drive Si Crank
• 2007 Synapse Carbon SL1/Standard bottom bracket, Dura Ace Crank

The bikes were sold by authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from July 2006 through November 2006 for between $3,200 and $4,500.

Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately until inspected or repaired. Cannondale or Authorized Cannondale Dealers have contacted affected consumers directly for a free inspection and repair, if necessary.

Consumer Contact: Consumers with one of the recalled models who have not been contacted by Cannondale or an Authorized Cannondale Dealer can contact Cannondale at (800) BIKE-USA between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cannondale.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 9, 2006
Enesco Group Inc. is recalling about 2,600 Heartwood Creek Turtle Sprinklers because of a laceration hazard.

When connected to a garden hose, under normal household water pressure, the sprinkler can break or shatter, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.

There have been eight reported incidents of the sprinkler breaking apart during use, including one report of a minor laceration.

This recall involves the Heartwood Creek Turtle Sprinkler. The lawn sprinkler is made of resin with a decorative turtle shell and stands about 5 1/2-inches tall and 10-inches long. The bottom of the sprinkler is printed with the item number 4005179 and the Heartwood Creek logo.

Specialty gift stores nationwide from January 2006 through June 2006 and through QVC from April 2006 through June 2006 for about $30. QVC purchasers of this item have already received direct notice from QVC notifying them of this recall.

Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and contact Enesco for a product exchange or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact Enesco toll-free at (888) 443-8669 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Enesco Web site at www.enesco.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

September 25, 2003

About 5,600 Sony VAIO notebook computers are being recalled. Because of a defect in the affected units, users could receive a mild electric shock when the recalled computers are connected to a phone line and the phone rings.

Only Sony VAIO notebook computers with model numbers PCG-FRV25 or PCG-FRV27 sold from June through July 2003 are part of the recall. These computers will have slow modem speeds, generally below 24K while using the notebook's AC adapter. Consumers unsure of their modem speed can check it at the Sony PC support Web site: www.sony.com/pcsupport.

The computers were sold at electronic and computer stores nationwide from June 2003 through July 2003 for about $1,500.

Consumers with VAIO notebooks included in the recall should disconnect their modem from the phone line immediately, and contact Sony to arrange for a free repair. Sony also will extend the current limited warranty for repaired products to 2 years from date of original purchase.

Call Sony at (800) 880-9743 anytime or visit their Web site at www.sony.com/pcsupport.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

September 26, 2003

About 6,000 Segway Human Transporters are being recalled for an upgrade. The futuristic scooters can suddenly run out of power, causing riders to fall off.

Segway says it knows of three accidents involved the scooter, including one in which the rider required stitches to close a head wound, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.

The power problem occurs under certain operating conditions, especially when the batteries are running out. The company said that problems can occur "if the rider speeds up abruptly, encounters an obstacle, or continues to ride after receiving a low-battery alert."

The Segway carries one person who stands on a small platform between two side-by-side wheels. Leaning slightly forward moves the scooter forward, leaning back makes it reverse course and turns are made by twisting the handle.

The Segway "i Series," or HTi167, and all e167 "e series" models sold to commercial users and p133 "p series" models sold in test markets are all being recalled for the software upgrade. For more information, owners can contact the company at (877) 889-9020.

The scooters sell for about $5,000. transporter, which took over a decade for investor Dean Kamen to develop, enjoyed more than two years of hype before it went on sale at Amazon.com Inc's AMZN.O online store in March for $4,950.

February 3, 2005
Once Upon a Family is recalling about 1,600 memory trunks. The lid can fall on a child who is looking or reaching inside entrapping the child at the neck, which poses a risk of strangulation. Also, the lid can close and self-fasten, entrapping the child inside the trunk, which poses a suffocation hazard.

CPSC and Once Upon A Family are aware of one incident where the lid of a trunk fell on a 2-year-old boy, entrapping him between the lid and the base. The child was not injured.

The yellow and tan Memory Trunk is about 22-inches long by 14-inches wide by 13.5-inches high and made of fiber board. It is decorated with photos of family activities and various phrases, such as A Childhood Cherished, A Place in Time and Mementos and Memories. Once Upon A Family intended the trunk for use as a storage box for childhood mementos and does not intend it for use by children.

The trunks were sold by "sales consultants" at home events nationwide from November 2002 through October 2004 for about $100.

Consumers should keep the Memory Trunk out of reach of children and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit. The repair kit includes a warning sticker and a padlock so that the Memory Trunk can be locked. Consumers can also request a free replacement lid that is not attached by hinges, which eliminates the risks of entrapment and strangulation.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Once Upon a Family at (800) 377-6823 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.onceuponafamily.net. The firm is also directly contacting customers about this recall.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 12, 2009
About 11,000 Dahon and REI Novara folding bicycles are being recalled. The hinge on the handlepost can crack, posing a fall hazard.

There have been 25 reports of the handlepost hinge on these bicycles cracking, including one minor injury involving scrapes and bruises.

This recall involves model year 2008 Dahon and REI Novara folding bicycles. The models included in the recall are as follows:

The words "Dahon" or "Novara" and the model name are printed on the bicycle. Hinges with an "R" embossed on the face of the upper handlepost hinge and/or a "Radius Handlepost" sticker on the handlepost are not included in the recall.

The bicycles wre sold by authorized Dahon California dealers and REI stores nationwide from March 2008 through April 2009 for between $430 and $1,300. They were made in Taiwan and China.

Consumers should immediately stop riding these bicycles and contact any Dahon California dealer or REI store for a free inspection and repair.

For additional information, contact Dahon California at (800) 442-3511 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.dahon.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 21, 2008
American Flame is recalling about 12,000 gas fireplace valves. Gas can continue to flow into the fireplace pilot light area after the switch has been turned 'off,' posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.

American Flame has received two reports of incidents involving valve failure and continuous gas flow. No injuries or fires have been reported.

The recall involves American Flame AF-4000 series fireplace gas valves installed in residential fireplaces made by twelve manufacturers under the following brand names: Pacific Energy, Travis Industries, CFM Corporation, Canadian Heating Products, Portland Willamette, Rasmussen, Chimeneas de Columbia, Twin Eagles, FDM, Inca Metals (Savannah Heating), Even Temp, and Valley Comfort. The valves were installed in some but not all fireplaces. Date codes included in the recall include 0622 through 0718. The gas valve model number is located on a label on the bottom of each gas valve. The date code is located above the label.

The valves were sold by retailers and distributors nationwide from September 2006 through July 2007 for between $500 and $2,000 for the fireplaces, with additional costs for installation. They were made in Taiwan.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces and contact their dealer for a free repair. The repair involves replacing the fireplace's valve if it leaks gas in the 'off' position when tested by a qualified service technician.

For additional information, contact American Flame toll-free at (888) 672-8929 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET to determine if your fireplace is included in the recall and to arrange for a free repair, or visit the firm's Web site at www.skytechsystem.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

July 11, 2007
Meyer Corporation is recalling about 4,400 BonJour professional culinary torches. Butane fuel can leak from the torch assembly near the nozzle, posing a fire hazard.

Meyer has received four reports of fuel leakage. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

This recall involves the BonJour Professional Culinary Torch sold alone and as part of the BonJour Bain Marie Set. The torch is 7.5 inches high and has a visible fuel gauge. The base is black, and the handle is either black or brown. The torch assembly is silver-colored with the word BonJour printed on the side.

The torches were sold at various retailers nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for about $40 (when sold alone) or about $70 (when included as part of the Bain Marie Set).

The torches were manufactured in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the torches and contact Meyer for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Meyer at (800) 226-6568 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.meyer.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

September 22, 2006
Playskool is voluntarily recalling about 255,000 Team Talkin Tool Bench toys following the deaths of two young children.

Playskool received reports that a 19-month-old boy from Martinsburg, W.V., and a 2-year-old boy from League City, Texas, suffocated when oversized, plastic toy nails sold with the tool bench toys became forcefully lodged in their throats.

Though the toy nails are not considered a small part, and the toys are intended for children age 3 and older, Playskool is voluntarily conducting a recall as a precaution to prevent additional incidents.

The Team Talkin Tool Bench is a 20-inch tall plastic toy tool bench with an animated red toy saw, a yellow toy drill and a blue toy vice. The toy talks and makes various sound effects, including tool sounds.

The product also includes a toy hammer, screwdriver, two 2-inch plastic screws, two 3-inch plastic nails and pieces to build a small toy plane. The red Playskool logo is on the front of the brown surface of the tool bench.

The toy was sold at Toys R Us, Wal-Mart, Target, KB Toys stores and various other stores nationwide from October 2005 through September 2006 for about $35.

Consumers should immediately take the two toy nails away from children and contact Playskool to get information on returning the nails for a $50 certificate for a Playskool (or its related companies) product.

For additional information, call Playskool at (800) 509-9554 anytime, or go to their Web site at www.playskool.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 29, 2003

Conceptual Marketing & Development Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 1.1 million metal blades for their model 4650 weed cutting attachment. The blades can break off and hit consumers causing severe impact and laceration injuries.

There have been 16 reports of blades breaking, resulting in 12 injuries, ranging from lacerations requiring stitches to tendon and bone injuries.

Only cast aluminum metal alloy blades are included in the recall. The blades measure 1/4 inch thick, 1 inch wide and 4 inches long, and are a dull silver color. Blades that are either smooth on the bottom or have ridges are included in the recall. All of the blades were made in the U.S.A.

Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide sold the blades with the weed cutting attachments, or separately as replacements, from November 1999 through December 2001.The model 4650 weed cutter with blades sold for about $15 and a set of three replacement blades sold for about $6.

Consumers should stop using the recalled blades immediately and contact CMD for free replacements. Consumers can contact CMD at (800) 210-9949 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 18, 2005
Cannondale Bicycle Corp. is recalling about 1,400 suspension seat posts. The seat posts may have been improperly manufactured, which could cause the seat post to fail prematurely. A failure could lead to a crack in the bicycle seat post, which may cause the rider to fall or crash.

The recall involves Lee Chi model 1-X bicycle suspension seat posts. The seat post was manufactured by a component manufacturer for Cannondale and installed on various 2005 model year Cannondale brand bicycles. These seat posts have a natural anodized aluminum finish, a 1-X logo is laser etched on the outer tube, and a black, yellow and red instruction booklet with the 1-X logo is attached.

Lee Chi is also known as Promax, but the seat posts are not marked with either name. Specific Cannondale bicycle models with affected seat posts are listed in the table below. Model names are printed on the top tube of the bicycle frame.

The units were sold by authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide sold bicycles with affected seat posts in December 2004 for about $800 to $1,600.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and contact their local Cannondale dealer for a replacement seat post at no cost to the consumer. Authorized dealers have the exact models and serial numbers of bicycles with affected seat posts.

Consumer Contact: Call Cannondale toll-free at (800) BIKE-USA between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 29, 2005
Porter-Cable is recalling about 196,000 7-inch MAG-Saw Circular Saws. The lower guard on these saws could stick in the open position, posing a risk of severe lacerations to consumers.

The recall involves Porter-Cable 7-inch MAG-Saw Circular Saws with model numbers 324MAG (serial numbers 10001through 108962), 325MAG (serial numbers 10001through 014712), 423MAG (serial numbers 10001through 100371), and 424MAG (serial numbers 10001through 012690). The model and serial numbers are located on a label on the top of the saws.

Units marked with a T at the location shown below have been inspected and are not affected by this recall. Porter-Cable is written on the side of these saws.

The saws were sold at major home center and hardware stores nationwide from March 2004 through November 2005 for between $130 and $160, depending on the model.

Consumers should stop using the circular saws immediately and contact Porter-Cable for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary.

Consumer Contact: Call Porter-Cable toll-free at (800)949-7930 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Porter-Cable Web site at www.porter-cable.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

June 23, 2009
Crane Plumbing is recalling about 5,500 whirlpool bath tubs. The drain covers in the tubs can entangle a bathers hair in the openings, causing the bathers head to be held under water, which can result in drowning.

The bathtubs are acrylic with 6-12 jets. The Crane logo is printed on the whirlpool and/or noted on the air control valve.

The tubs were sold at home improvement, retail and wholesale stores nationwide from March 2007 through February 2009 for between $700 and $2,700.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tubs. Consumers can contact Crane for additional identification information on affected tubs. Consumers who have the recalled tub have two options:

1. Contact Crane directly to arrange for a service agent to perform a free, in-person replacement in their home or facility; or
2. Consumers can choose to replace the part themselves and Crane will provide them with a free repair kit and directions.

For additional information, contact Crane Plumbing toll-free at (866) 876-3632 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.craneplumbing.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

January 9, 2004
Susan Bristol Inc. is recalling a line of Christmas sweaters with feather trim. The marabou feather trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable.

These are ladies Christmas sweaters with marabou feather trim that come in two different styles. One is a black pullover with marabou feather trim at the neckline and cuffs. The other style is a black, mohair-lined cardigan with embroidery and marabou trim at the neckline and cuffs.

Susan Bristol LTD is written on the collar tag located at the center back neck of the garment. The RN #43189 (CA05633) can be found on a tag sewn in the right side seam of the sweaters.

The sweaters were sold at clothing stores and small boutiques nationwide from November 2002 through January 2003 for between $44 and $74, depending on the style.

Consumers should contact Susan Bristol Inc. customer service for information on returning the sweaters for credit for another product or a replacement of the trim.

Consumer Contact: Susan Bristol Inc. at (800) 537-4309 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

August 19, 2008
Rossignol is recalling about 3,500 pairs of 2007 Rossignol HC Snowboard Bindings. The t-nuts that attached the buckles to the straps on the snowboards bindings can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

This recall involves 2007 model year Rossignol snowboard bindings. Models included in the recall are: HC 750, HC 1000, HC 2000, HC 3000, HC Mini, HC Amber, HC Diva, HC Harmony, HC Sonar, HC Zena and Jones Brown.

The boards, made in China, were sold at snowboard, ski and sporting good stores nationwide from August 2007 through May 2008 for between $100 and $150.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bindings and take them to a Rossignol snowboard retailer for inspection and free replacement t-nuts. Consumers can also contact Rossignol to have a repair kit mailed to them. T-nuts marked in red-ink or with an embossed dot have been repaired.

For additional information, contact Rossignol at (888) 243-6735 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.rossignol.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 23, 2007
Children's "Kidsite" jewelry sold at Kmart is being recalled. The necklace and earring sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The children's necklace and earring sets have birthstones made of plastic gemstones in various colors. The pendants on the necklaces are shaped like flowers on a silver-colored chain. The matching pierced earrings have round birthstones. The month of the birthstone and "Kidsite" are printed on the front of the products' packaging. Kmart is printed on the back.

The rings were sold exclusively at Kmart stores nationwide from October 2001 through December 2006 for about $5.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and return it to any Kmart store to receive one of three free children's jewelry sets.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit Kmart's Web site at www.kmart.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

February 13, 2006
Ford Motor Co. is recalling 211,432 Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks to fix a faulty warning light for the anti-lock brakes, according to the National Highway traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

The trucks are from the 2006 model year, NHTSA reports. They were built with a software error in the brake system cluster, according to the agency.

Dealers will re-calibrate the instrument cluster in the vehicles. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10, 2000 -- I-Tech Sport Products is voluntarily recalling about 1,000 hockey face guards for replacement. These face guards, which attach to helmets, can become dislodged on impact causing them to fall off, leaving the user's face exposed to possible injury.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC).

I-Tech has received one report of a hockey face guard becoming dislodged. No injuries have been reported.

Only face guards with "OPTECH System," written on the black side clips, which lock on the plastic eye shield, are part of this recall. "ITECH" is written at the top center of the plastic eye shield, on the chin guard and on the chin guard strap. The model number of the face guards, "FX.50," is written on the packaging.

Sporting good stores nationwide sold these face guards from July 2000 through August 2000 for about $100.

Consumers should stop using the recalled hockey face guards immediately. Consumers should take the recalled face guards back to the store where purchased for a free replacement, or they can contact I-Tech Sport Products Inc. to get a free replacement face guard sent to them. For more information, call I-Tech at (800) 361-5595 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

Hockey face guards with "ITECH FX50" written on the black side clips are not part of this recall.

May 23, 2005
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said DaimlerChrysler AG is recalling 7,191 of its 2006 model-year Mercedes M-class sport-utility vehicles because a clamp that secures the power steering fluid cooling hose may be defective and could cause a loss of the fluid.

This could diminish power steering and lead to a crash, the NHTSA said.

In another safety action, Honda Motor Co. Ltd. is recalling 14,967 2005 model-year Element wagons because the trailer harness kit has an incorrectly wired connector.

"As a result, the trailer brake lamps and turn signal lamps could operate incorrectly, or a fuse could blow causing a sudden loss of brake and turn signal lamp function," the NHTSA said.

May 25, 2005
Mitsubishi has issued an "urgent notice of stop sale" on the redesigned 2006 Eclipse. The problem involves the vacuum brake booster, which could cause brake failure.

The company informed the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on Tuesday, May 24. A company spokesman says up to 1,185 vehicles could be affected. He says 44 have been sold to consumers, about 400 are at dealerships, and the rest are in transit.

The problem was detected on two vehicles that were being produced at the plant in Normal, Ill. Company technicians have been in the field investigating the vehicles and have not discovered the problem in any other vehicles yet. Mitsubishi technicians will go to consumers' homes to check their vehicles.

The plant has not stopped production of the sports coupe, and he said the problem should be resolved by the end of the week.

Mitsubishi began shipping the sports coupe last Thursday, 10 days ahead of its original schedule. In Japan on Monday, the company said it is boosting production at the Normal, Ill., plant from 760 per week to 1,000 per week. The company cited high demand from U.S. dealers.

October 8, 2008   
Backyard Play Systems LLC is recalling about 500 outdoor playset gliders. Some of the gliders were shipped with assembly instructions that did not inform consumers to tighten all lock nuts during assembly, including those attached by the manufacturer. As a result, some lock nuts were not fully fastened during assembly which could cause the glider to detach, posing a fall hazard to children.

Backyard Play Systems has received one report of a lock nut falling off. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves outdoor play set gliders designed to hang from home play equipment. The green plastic gliders were sold as an accessory to home play equipment marketed under the brand names Heartland Play Systems, Yardline Play Systems and Backyard Play Systems.

The gliders, made in China, were sold by Backyard Buildings and More and Lowes stores nationwide, and online at Costco.com, BettyMills.com, and BackyardBuildings.com from February 2008 through July 2008 for about $100.

Consumers should immediately stop using the gliders until all lock nuts are securely fastened. Backyard Play Systems is notifying all customers directly and is providing written instructions indicating the location of all lock nuts that must be securely fastened.

For additional information, contact Backyard Play Systems at (866) 890-2211 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit the firms Web site at BackyardBuildings.com..

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

October 2, 2008    
Pottery Barn is recalling about 30,000 wooden hammock stands. When used outdoors, the wood in the hammock stand can deteriorate over time and break, posing a risk of falls and lacerations to consumers.

Pottery Barn has received 12 reports of injuries requiring medical attention, including lacerations, neck and back pain, bruising, and one incident involving fractured ribs and about 50 reports of the hammock stand breaking.

The wooden hammock stands measure about 154 inches long by 53 inches in height by 53 inches in width. There are two black metal brackets on the base and on the arms of the hammock stand. All Pottery Barn two pole wooden hammock stands sold from 2003 through 2008 are included in this recall.

The stands, made in China, were sold through the Pottery Barn catalog and the firm's Web site from March 2003 through July 2008 for about $300.

Consumers should remove the two top side brackets of the hammock stand and dispose of the remaining portion of the hammock stand. Contact Pottery Barn to schedule a free pickup of the brackets and to receive a merchandise credit for the amount of the stand.

For additional information, contact Pottery Barn toll-free at (888) 922-9245 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.potterybarn.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 23, 2007
KTM North America is recalling about 20,000 off-road motorcycles.The seal around the fuel tank can loosen allowing fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

KTM has received 5,114 reports of leaking fuel tanks. CPSC has received one report of a minor chemical burn due to fuel coming into contact with a consumer's skin.

This recall involves KTM off-road motorcycles. KTM is printed on the side of the orange and black motorcycles along with the model. Model numbers included in the recall are:

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The motorcycles were sold by KTM dealers nationwide from November 2004 through April 2007 for between $5,400 and $7,800.

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Consumers should stop using these vehicles immediately and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule an appointment for a free repair. Consumers with the recalled vehicles are being sent direct notices from KTM.

For more information, contact KTM at (888) 985-6090 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at https://www.ktm.com/.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

August 28, 2007
Wolverine World Wide Inc. is recalling about 9,500 of its Caterpillar brand steel toe logger boots.

The recalled logger boots could be incorrectly labeled as resistant to electrical current. This poses a shock hazard to consumers who come in contact with an electrical current.

This recall involves Caterpillar brand steel toe logger boots. The boots were sold in women's and men's sizes. Women's boots were sold in black and have stock number P88030. Men's boots were sold in brown and black and have stock numbers P88033 or P88034. Stock numbers are printed on a label on the tongue of the shoe. The Caterpillar logo and 'EH' are also printed on the label. The word 'Caterpillar' is printed on the outside of the boots.

The boots were sold by shoe stores and other independent retailers nationwide from September 2006 through July 2007 for between $90 and $130. They were manufactured in China.

Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact Wolverine World Wide to receive a free replacement pair of boots.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Wolverine World Wide at (800) 789-8586 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.wolverineworldwide.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

December 13, 2006
About 48,000 "Powerpuff" girls necklaces are being recalled because of a lead exposure hazard.

The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled necklaces are multi-colored metal pendants that hang from a black cord. The pendants are in the shape of the head of one of three "Powerpuff Girls" cartoon characters. The packaging consists of purple cardboard with the three Powerpuff Girls cartoon characters and the words "CARTOON NETWORK" and "THE POWERPUFF GIRLS" printed on both sides.

The necklaces were sold at carnivals, amusement parks, family entertainment centers, small discount stores nationwide and at www.rinovelty.com, from March 2003 through November 2006 for about $1.

Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased for a replacement or contact Rhode Island Novelty for information on how to receive a replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Rhode Island Novelty at 1-800-528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.rinovelty.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, March 2, 2000 -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tim Hortons, a chain of coffeeshops operated by the TDL Group Ltd., of Ontario, Canada, is recalling about 31,000 coffeemakers sold in the U.S. and Canada.

The coffeepot's handle can break, causing the pot to fall. Consumers can suffer burn injuries from hot coffee or lacerations from broken glass.

Tim Hortons has received 150 reports of handles breaking off of the coffeepots, resulting in nine burn injuries.

The recalled coffeemaker is made of black plastic. The coffeepot is made of glass with a black plastic handle. The top of the handle has a red thumbrest. Measurement units on the pot are "24 oz/682 mL" and "48oz/1363 mL." "Tim Hortons" is on the coffeemaker and the coffeepot.

Tim Hortons coffeeshops in Kentucky, Ohio, Maine, Michigan, New York and West Virginia sold the coffeemakers from October 1999 through February 2000 for about $65.

Consumers should stop using the coffeepots immediately. Consumers should contact Tim Hortons for instructions on receiving a replacement coffeepot and $5 gift certificate. Call Tim Hortons toll-free at (888) 273-9846 (BREWTIM) between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or access their web site at www.timhortons.com.

Tim Hortons coffeemakers that are made of white plastic are not part of this recall.

November 9, 2005
Target is recalling about 290,000 Tea Light Candles. The recalled candles can burn with a high flame and melt the plastic holders. This poses a fire hazard and a burn hazard to consumers.

Target has received reports of 33 incidents, some involving minor property damage. There have been two reports of minor injuries, including a finger cut and a cheek burn from hot wax.

The recalled tea light candles were sold in the following six different scents/colors.

• Coastal Mist (Blue)
• Wild Currant (Red)
• Sandalwood (Brown)
• Tahitian Vanilla (Ivory)
• Sonoma Pear (Green)
• Jasmine (White)

The tea light candles measure 1 inches wide by inch high. Each of the candles comes in a plastic holder. They were sold 12 candles to a box. Home and Tea lights are printed on the top of the box. Distributed by Target Corporation and the name of the candle scent are printed on the bottom of the box.

The candles were sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide from March 2005 through September 2005 for about $3.

Consumers should stop using the tea light candles immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a Target GiftCard worth the value of the returned candle plus applicable state tax.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit Targets Web site at www.target.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

April 10, 2008
FUNTASTIC is recalling about 26,000 sets of "Hillbilly Teeth." The gray surface paint on the teeth contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves a 2-pack fake Hillbilly Teeth with item # 2657. The item number is printed on the packaging. The gums are brown and the teeth are yellow.

The false teeth were sold at grocery, drug, convenience, and mass retailers nationwide from March 2005 through March 2008 for about $2. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact FUNTASTIC for information on receiving a refund.

For additional information, contact FUNTASTIC at (800) 434-5207 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.funtastictoy.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

October 5, 2004
The Runtal Sundance Towel Radiator is being recalled. The towel rack may overheat and rupture when overloaded with towels, releasing heated fluid which could result in a burn injury.

Runtal has received one report of a Sundance Towel Radiator rupturing, but no injuries have been reported.

The Sundance Towel Radiator is a wall-mounted towel warmer and decorative heater. The product warms towels and provides radiant heat through a thermal element inside the fluid-filled tubular rack.

Remedy: Free replacement. Consumers should immediately stop using the heater function with towels loaded on the top rungs. Runtal is replacing all current Sundance units with new units incorporating an improved temperature control and monitoring system at no cost to the consumer. Sundance is contacting every customer who purchased this product by letter and by phone to arrange for pick-up and replacement.

Consumer Contact: Contact Runtal North America, Inc. at 800-526-2621 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

January 17, 2008    Spanish
Pottery Barn is recalling about 185,000 round and egg-shaped decorative candles.

The candle's exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard. Pottery Barn has received two reports of the gold paint on the candle exterior igniting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

This recall involves egg-shaped and large and small round candles sold in three sizes. The candles were sold in green, red and white with gold glitter and leaf designs. The recall includes all styles of this candle, including style numbers 9444811, 9444928, 9444936, 9444944, 9444944, 9445214, 9445222, 9445222, and 9445313. The style number for the candles can be found on the price ticket under the candle.

The candles were sold at Pottery Barn stores nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007 for between $10 and $20. They were made in Hong Kong.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and return them to any Pottery Barn store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Pottery Barn toll-free at (888) 922-9245 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or visit the company's Web site at www.potterybarn.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

October 23, 2007
About 330 Reynolds UL bicycle forks are being recalled.

The fork tips could separate from the fork legs, causing the wheel to come loose from the fork while riding. This could pose a serious fall hazard to riders.

This recall involves the Reynolds UL bicycle fork models with 43 mm and 50 mm rakes and with serial numbers 09100 through 10403. The serial number decal is located on the steer tube. To see the serial number, the fork must be removed from the frame. Some recalled forks are black, have Reynolds printed on them, and have a gray and white stripe painted on the legs of the fork. Other recalled forks were painted with a different paint scheme and do not have Reynolds printed on them. To determine if a fork is included in this recall, consumers should contact the company.

The forks were sold at independent bicycle retailers nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for about $500. The recalled forks were included in custom 2007 bicycle frame kits from the following manufacturers: Independent Fabrication, Litespeed, Lynskey Performance Designs LLC., Merlin, Parlee, Rock Lobster, Spectrum Cycles, Strong Frames and Vicious Cycles.

They were manufactured in the United States.

Consumers should stop using the bicycles equipped with the recalled forks immediately and contact Reynolds for a free replacement fork.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Reynolds toll-free at (866) 798-3040 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the companys Web site at www.reynoldscycling.com/recall.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

May 31, 2007
Royal Products Inc. is recalling its Vivre Royale Pine Cone Candles because they present a fire hazard.

The candles exterior coating and beads can ignite and catch fire. The fire resulting from the coating and beads on the exterior of the candle could ignite nearby combustibles.

The firm has received one report of a candle fire causing minor property damage. CPSC has received one report of a flare up with damage contained to the candle. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the Vivre Royale Pine Cone Candle, Item Number 41419. The item number is located on the packaging of the product. The warning label on the bottom of the packaging states, Made in China. Royal Products Inc. The candle is shaped like a pine cone. The candle wax is purple inside and the coating on the outside of the candle is brown and gold. There are small clear beads all over the outside of the candle.

The candles were sold through specialty stores nationwide from October 2005 through December 2006 for between $12 and $15.

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for an exchange or full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Royal Products at (800) 693-1199 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.royalproducts.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

August 17, 2006
Bendable dog and cat toys given away by libraries are being recalled because the paint on the 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.

The recalled toy is made of bendable plastic and is in the shape of a brown dog with black ears, paws and feet, a Dalmatian dog with pink paws, a white dog with orange spots, a brown dog with pink paws, a white cat with orange stripes, a brown cat with pink paws, a black cat with pink ears and a white cat with brown spots. The toys are about 3.75 inches tall. The toy?s packaging is labeled as item 39/1461-K and 39/1461-KM.

The toys were free giveaways by libraries nationwide as part of reading programs from January 2006 through August 2006.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and discard them.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Fun Express Inc. at (800) 723-6155 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.funexpress.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, June 6, 2000 -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Promotional Resources Group of Companies Inc. is voluntarily recalling about 105,000 Bug Zapper toys. The balloon tongue on the toy can detach, posing a choking and aspiration hazard to young children.

The Promotional Resources Group has received one report of the balloon tongue detaching from the toy. A 3-year-old boy reportedly removed the balloon tongue, placed it in his nose and inhaled it into his sinus cavity. He required medical treatment to remove the part from his nose.

The Bug Zapper toy comes in two different styles: a frog and a lizard. When the toy is squeezed, the balloon tongue of the toy rolls out from the mouth about 2 inches. They toys were mainly orange, green and purple. "CHINA" is molded into the toy.

Fast food, drive-in and small franchise restaurants distributed these toys with children's meal from November 1998 through April 2000.

Consumers should immediately take these toys from young children, and return the toy to the restaurant where the children's meal was purchased for a free replacement toy. Consumers also can receive a free replacement toy directly from the company. For more information, contact The Promotional Resources Group at (800) 467-4712 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can e-mail for a free replacement at info@kidstuffnet.com.

December 8, 2005
Bobby Jack pajama sets sold at J.C. Penney stores are being recalled. They fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability of children's sleepwear under the Flammable Fabrics Act. This poses a risk of burn injuries to children.

The recalled pajama sets include a tank top and a pair of shorts. Made of a polyester and cotton blend, the pajamas were sold in four colors: green, fuchsia, light blue and light pink in sizes extra small through extra large. The pajama tops have a large, rubber decal of one or more monkeys on the front, and the bottoms have a monkey print on them. A label on the inside of the garment reads, "Bobby by BobbyJack."

The pajamas were sold at J.C. Penney stores nationwide from April 2005 through June 2005 for about $15.

Consumers should immediately stop wearing these pajama sets and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact J & F Design at (800) 305-0510 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the Bobby Jack Web site at www.bobbyjackbrand.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

December 21, 2005
About 104,000 Graco Aspen 3 in 1 cribs are being recalled. The screws on the wooden mattress support can come loose allowing a portion of the mattress to fall, posing a suffocation hazard to young children.

Simplicity Inc., the manufacturer, has received 14 reports of the mattress support coming loose, including eight reports of entrapment. Five injuries have been reported including scratches and bruises to the face and head, a strained neck and a report of a child turning blue.

The recalled cribs are made of wood and have a wooden mattress support. Only cribs with wooden mattress supports and with model number 8740KCW SC and serial number 2803 SC to 1605 are included in this recall. The model and serial number are printed on the envelope attached to the mattress support.

The cribs were sold through department stores, and childrens product stores from August 2003 through May 2005 for about $130.

Consumers should call Simplicity Inc. to receive a retrofit kit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Simplicity Inc. at (800) 784-1982 anytime or visit the Web site at www.simplicityforchildren.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 19, 2004
J.C. Penney Corp. is recalling about 41,300 sets of Okie Dokie Alligator Football children's pajamas. The heat-sealed patches on the front of the garment can detach, posing a possible choking hazard to young children.

There has been one report of a patch detaching. No injuries reported.

The recalled pajama shirts are heather grey with red or blue sleeves with heat-sealed alligator and football patches on the front. The collar tag reads Okie Dokie. The pajama pants are red or blue with cartoon pictures of alligators, footballs, and stars, and the word football.

They were sold in infant sizes 12M to 24M and toddler sizes 2T to 5T. This recall does not include the pajama sets with the alligator and football silk-screen images on the pajama shirts.

The pajamas were sold at J.C. Penney stores nationwide from June 2004 through September 2004 for about $22.

Consumers should immediately stop using the pajama sets and return them to the store where purchased for a refund.

For additional information, contact the J.C. Penney Customer Service Department toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the companys Web site at www.jcpenney.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

December 8, 2008
Jaguar is recalling about 3,700 XF vehicles from the 2009 model year to fix a problem with the instrument panel.

The company said that the speaker wires may fracture, causing the speaker to stop working.

If the speaker stops working, several audible notifications would fail, including the turn indicator, seat belt warning, driver's door open warning and seat memory. Without the audible warning, drivers might miss crucial information, possibly causing a crash.

Dealers will verify the speaker function and reconfigure the control module when the recall begins this month. Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

Consumers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or at www.safercar.gov.

September 26, 2007
RC2 Corp. is recalling about 800 Britains Knights of the Sword series toys. Surface paints on the toy knights contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The three recalled silver knight toys are mounted on red horses sold individually in see-through blister cards. Britains and Knights of the Sword are printed on the top of the card in the packaging. The recalled toys include a mounted silver knight on a red horse with an axe; a mounted silver knight on a red horse with two hands on a raised weapon; and a mounted silver knight on a red horse with a lance.

The toys were sold at specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2004 through March 2006 for about $8. They were made in China.

Consumers should take these recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact RC2 to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866) 725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at http://recalls.rc2.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2001 -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Discovery Channel Store, Inc. is voluntarily recalling 16,000 glass and metal oil-burning lamps. The glass on these lamps can shatter when lit, posing a fire and laceration hazard to consumers.

The Discovery Channel Store, Inc. has received four reports of the lamps shattering, including two reports of minor property damage. There have been no reports of injuries.

The recalled lamps come in two shapes: 16 by 7 inch-rectangular, and 7.5 inch-square. The top piece of the clear rectangular lamp has an opening for five wicks, and the top piece of the clear square lamp has an opening for one wick. The lamps have two stacking glass pieces supported by a black metal frame. The lower glass piece has a reservoir for oil.

Discovery Channel Stores and The Nature Company stores nationwide sold the lamps from September 1999 through July 2001 for between $18 and $24.

Consumers should stop using these lamps immediately and return them to any Discovery Channel Store or The Nature Company store nationwide for a refund. Consumers also can call The Discovery Channel Store toll-free at (800) 752-1937 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website at www.shopping.discovery.com.

January 24, 2005
Carlton Cards Retail, Inc. is recalling about 5,000 Roasting Marshmallow Tealight Candle Holders.

During normal use, the decorative marshmallows or decorative campfire flames may catch fire.

The candle holder is a Christmas decoration designed to hold a tealight candle. The candle holder includes three figures (penguin, moose, snowman) dressed in red and green sweaters, scarves and hats, roasting marshmallows on a stick over a small fire. Model numbers 4-01-427, 231279-4 and UPC code 90000 08741 are printed on the bottom of the candle holder.

The units were sold at card stores nationwide from October 2004 through December 2004 for about $13.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store where purchased or other stores where Carlton Cards are sold for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Carlton Cards at (800) 955-1244 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.carltoncards.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

October 9, 2008   
Effikal LLC is recalling about 45,000 gas vent dampers. The damper could fail, and if the blocked vent switch does not activate, the vent could leak carbon monoxide (CO). This poses a risk of CO poisoning to consumers.

The recall involves Effikal RVGP-PC Gas Vent Damper size 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 which are installed with the gas boiler systems listed below. The vent damper date code is located on a sticker under the motor assembly cap on the plastic base. Serial numbers are located on a label on the side of the dampers cap. All sizes and models of the RVGP-PC have the same motor assembly with black Effikal caps and black plastic bases.

The dampers were sold by plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbers and contractors nationwide from August 2007 through July 2008 for between $1,000 and $4,000 for the boilers. Gas vent dampers were sold as part of the gas boiler systems. They were made in the United States.

Consumers should immediately stop using the boilers, weather permitting, and contact their installer to confirm they have a recalled vent damper and to receive a free vent damper replacement.

For additional information, contact Effikal toll-free at (866) 790-3739, or visit the firms Web site at www.effikal.com

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

March 23, 2004
Audi is recalling 172,866 A6 sports cars and S6 and Allroad Quatro wagons sold in the U.S. to fix a wiring flaw that could start.

Wiring for driver-side headlights on some of the vehicles could cause an electrical short when coming into contact with other materials, potentially triggering a dashboard fire, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The recall affects 1998 through 2004 models.

No injuries related to the wiring flaw have been reported. Audi is to begin notifying customers of the recall in July, NHTSA said.

Jaguar
Ford Motor Co.'s Jaguar is recalling 1,142 of its 2004 XJ sports cars to repair possible defects in passenger-side air bags, NHTSA said. Owners are to begin receiving recall notification in April or May.

July 22, 2008
Electra Bicycle Company is recalling about 9,500 Amsterdam bicycles. The interior alignment tabs of the bicycle's chainguard can be pushed against the chain causing it to derail, which poses a risk of injury to riders.

Another 1,500 bicycles were recalled in August.

Electra has received four reports of the chainguard derailing the chain, including one report of minor cuts and abrasion from a fall.

This recall involves some Amsterdam model bicycles in the Classic 3, Original 3, Royal 8, and Sport 3 styles. The bicycles have an enclosed chainguard. 'Electra' and 'Amsterdam' are printed on the bicycle's frame and/or chainguard. Bicycles with frame numbers beginning with 'F06' or 'EL' or bicycles with chainguards marked '06/08' are not included in this recall. The frame number is located on the underside of the bottom bracket.

The bicycles, made in Taiwan, were sold by authorized Electra Bicycle dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2008 for between $400 and $850.

Consumers should immediately stop riding the recalled bicycle and bring it to an Electra Bicycle dealer for a free inspection and replacement chainguard part.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Electra Bicycle at (800) 261-1644 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.electrabike.com (pdf).

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

June 12, 2007
Silver stud earrings sold exclusively at Kmart are being recalled by Crimzon Rose Accessories. The recalled earrings contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The earrings are oval-shaped, silver-colored studs. ACCESSORIES is printed on the front of the earrings packaging. Kmart is printed on the back.

The earrings were sold exclusively at Kmart stores nationwide from October 2004 through March 2007 for about $3.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled earrings and return them to any Kmart store for a free replacement pair of earrings.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, or visit Kmarts Web site at www.kmart.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

November 22, 2005
International Playthings Inc. is recaling about 6,000 Flexitoys monster-size vehicles. Small parts can detach, which pose a choking hazard to young children.

The recalled Flexitoys Monster-Size vehicles are plastic toys that measure approximately 5 1/2-inches in length. Models included in the recall are: dump truck (model 9000-1), race car (model 9000-2), tractor (model 9000-3), SUV (model 9000-4), fire truck (model 9000-5) and digger truck (model 9000-6). The name and model numbers are stamped on the underside of the plastic vehicles.

They were sold at specialty toy stores nationwide from May 2005 through September 2005 for about $4.

Consumers should contact International Playthings for information on how to return the product to receive a free replacement item of similar value.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8357 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.intplay.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

January 22, 2009
Mad Dog Concepts is recalling about 25,000 pairs of Tony Hawk boy's pajamas. This sleepwear fails to meet the federal children's sleepwear flammability standard, and poses a risk of burn injury to children.

The recall involves the following skateboard-themed boy's pajama sets: 'Boards Estate' (item # TH005LSB), 'Heathen Skull' (item #TH006BSB), 'Backspray' (item #TH007GSB) and 'Stix Jester' (item #TH008RSB). The name of the product and item number are sewn in the neck and pant. The items were sold in sizes 4 to 14.

The pajamas, made in Cambodia, were sold at Kohl's Department Stores nationwide from September 2008 through October 2008 for about $30.

Consumers should stop using the recalled pajamas immediately and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a full refund.

For additional information, contact Mad Dog Concepts toll-free at (888) 623-3640 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

• Porsche Recalls Cayenne SUVs
• Porsche 911 GT3 Street Racer
• Porsche 911 S and 911 4S Recalled

For more information, consumers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or at www.safercar.gov.

This listing may not include every recall. See www.safercar.gov for additional recalls.

May 9, 2007
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is recalling about 2,600 kitchen stools. The stools can unexpectedly collapse during use, causing a consumer to fall to the floor.

The company has received two reports of incidents in which the kitchen stool collapsed. A 10-year-old boy received bruises when the kitchen stool collapsed and he fell.

The Rooster Kitchen Stool is about two feet tall and one foot in diameter. It has light brown wood and has a rooster painted on the seat. 'Made in China' and item number 260161 are printed on a sticker under the seat.

The stolls were sold at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations nationwide from February 2007 through March 2007 for about $30.

Consumers should stop using these kitchen stools immediately and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cracker Barrel at (800) 333-9566, or visit the firm's Web site at www.crackerbarrel.com.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

July 26, 2007
Pacifiers decorated with crystals are being recalled because of the aspiration and ingestion hazard they pose to infants.

The pacifiers were sold by: Dara Linda's Baby Bling and Jewelry Design, of Davie, Fla.; Bling Toes, of Cherry Valley, Ill.; Baby Bling Things, of Appleton, Wis.; PeaNaPod Bling and Accessories, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; and MJM Crystal Designs, of Boca Raton, Fla.

The pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The pacifiers' crystals can separate easily, posing an aspiration and ingestion hazard to young children.

The recall involves pacifiers that were purchased from stores, decorated with Swarovski crystals, then resold to consumers. The crystals were glued on the pacifier's handle and guard. They come in different colors and designs. The chart below lists additional information about the products sold.