Recalls in January 1970

June 20, 2005
Nashbar is recalling about 300 of its Lil' Shadow tandem bicycle trailers. The trailers can become unstable when changing directions due to incorrectly assembled hitch mechanisms, posing a risk of injury to the riders.

Nashbar has received eight reports of misassembled hitch mechanisms. No injuries have been reported.

The recall involves tandem bicycle trailers manufactured for and sold by Nashbar Direct. The Lil Shadow is a black single wheel bicycle trailer that attaches to the seat post of full size adult bicycles. The bicycle trailer is a curved steel mast with a seat, pedals and handlebar for a small child. The child can help propel the bicycle/trailer combination by means of a chain driven freewheel sprocket on the bicycle trailers wheel. Every bicycle trailer has a serial number located at the bottom bracket. Bicycle trailers affected have serial numbers PC4F001 through PC4F300.

The trailers were sold through the Nashbar catalog and Web site from October 27, 2004 through May 10, 2005 for about $150.

Consumers should stop using the bicycle trailers immediately and contact Nashbar for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund, plus a $20 gift certificate toward your next purchase.

Consumer Contact: Call Nashbar toll-free at (877) 688-8600 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.nashbar.com.

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

March 10, 2005
Delta Enterprise Corp. is recalling about 10,000 portable cribs. The crib slats can separate from the headboard, posing an entrapment risk to young children. In addition, children can fall through the slat opening.

Delta has received eight reports of crib slats separating. No injuries have been reported.

The cribs are made of wood sold in three finishes including: natural, cherry and white. Model numbers 4464-1 (white), 4464-2 (natural) and 4464-4 (cherry) and Taiwan are printed on the mattress pad support board.

The cribs were sold at juvenile furniture stores nationwide from January 2004 through February 2005 for about $100.

Consumers should stop using the crib immediately and contact Delta Enterprise Corp. to arrange for two free replacement headboards.

Consumer Contact: Consumers should contact Delta Enterprise Corp. toll free at (877) 660-3777 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.deltaenterprise.com.

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

October 6, 2005
Adjmi Apparel Group is recalling about 61,000 Reebok Childrens Fleece Pullover/Pant Sets. The zipper slider and pull on the fleece pullovers can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Reebok has received two reports from consumers of zipper sliders/pulls that have detached. No injuries have been reported.

Only Reebok fleece pullover/pant sets with navy blue quarter-zip zippers are being recalled. The fleece pullover/pant sets were sold in navy blue/red and navy blue/pink in sizes up to childrens size 7. Reebok is printed across the front of the pullover. The pullovers have a hood that can be folded under the collar. Some of the recalled pullovers were sold with matching mittens. The style numbers were printed on the store tag only and end in: 1816, 2816, 3816, 1816N, 2816N, 1814, 2814, 4814, and 5814.

The sets were sold exclusively at Gordmans, Mervyns, JC Penney, Kohls, The Bon, Fred Meyer, Ross, DDs, Edisons, Macys, AJ Wright, and Reebok Corporate Headquarters retail store in Canton, Mass. from September 2004 through February 2005 for between $17 and $36.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from young children and contact Adjmi to receive a replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For more information or to receive instructions on receiving a replacement product, contact Adjmi at (800) 873-5570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.Reebok.com.

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

September 15, 2005
Ortovox USA is recalling about 15,000 M1 and M2 avalanche transceivers, devices intended to help rescuers find buried avalanche victims.

The batteries in these devices can become dislodged when the transceiver is struck sharply. The transceiver could fail to function properly in the aftermath of an avalanche, and result in the buried victim not being found in time to avoid serious injury or death.

There have been three reports by consumers of the batteries in these devices becoming dislodged. No injuries have been reported.

Both models are plastic and measure 5.5-inches by 2.5-inches by 1-inch. The M1 has a navy blue body and a yellow volume control switch. The M2 avalanche transceiver comes in two colors: glacier white (grey) with a red volume control switch, and orange with a grey volume control switch. The model name and ORTOVOX are written on the front of the transceivers.

The devices were sold at outdoor specialty stores nationwide from January 1997 through July 2005 for about $300.

Consumers should stop using the recalled avalanche transceivers and contact the firm to receive a new battery door that will help prevent the batteries from becoming dislodged.

Consumer Contact: Call Ortovox USA toll-free at (888) 215-3131 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.ortovox.com.

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

June 22, 2005
Bat Out of Hell and Powder House Fireworks are being recalled. These fireworks devices could unexpectedly tip over during use, posing a serious injury hazard to consumers.

The recall involves Bat Out of Hell fireworks with model number CP1129 and Powder House fireworks with model number CP1130. The model number is printed on all four sides of the device above the warning label. These are 1.4g consumer fireworks devices that consist of 16 multiple shots in the shape of a square cube. The name of the product is printed on the packaging, along with the word TNT.

The fireworks were sold at fireworks retailers, including display stands and tents in states permitting the sale of consumer fireworks, from May 2005 through June 2005 for about $20.

Return the recalled fireworks to the store where purchased for a full refund or contact American Promotional Events for instructions.

Consumer Contact: American Promotional Events at (800) 243-1189 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.TNTFireworks.com

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).

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).

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).

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 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).

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).

February 18, 2005
Kolpin Powersports Youth ATVs are being recalled to fix a problem with the tie rod assemblies.

The recall affects about 1,000 90cc units and 39 50cc units. Metal-flange locking nuts securing the tie rod assemblies, integral to the steering system on the Youth ATV, can come loose.

The resulting unstable steering condition could result in serious injury or death to a rider.

Kolpin Powersports has received two reports of loose lock nuts. No injuries have been reported.

The recall includes all of Kolpin Powersports 2004 model year Youth ATVs purchased prior to November 24, 2004. The Youth ATVs are black with gray trim and have gray metallic and flame graphic decals. A KOLPIN decal is present on each side of the gas tank.

The ATVs were sold at Kolpin Powersports authorized retailers nationwide from September 2004 to November 24, 2004 for $1,399 to $1,499.

Consumers should contact the retail store where they purchased their Youth ATV for inspection and retrofit.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Kolpin Powersports toll-free at 877-9KOLPIN (877-956-5746), between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., CT Monday through Friday.

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

August 23, 2005
ZoloWear is recalling about 177 infant carriers and slings. The stitching that attaches the webbing to the carrier/sling can break, posing a fall hazard to young children.

ZoloWear has received one report of the webbing coming apart from the sling, but the baby was not in the sling at the time. The company has not received any reports of falls or injuries.

The recalled slings are made of 100 percent cotton fabric or 97 percent cotton/3 percent Lycra with two pieces of webbing holding the rings to the fabric. Solid natural color and five prints (Splash, Pink and Black Stripe, Pink and Brown Stripe, Pink Punch and The Hamptons) make up the lots included in the recall. A large white label sewn on the pocket of the slings reads Zolo. ZoloWear slings should have three rows of stitching securing the webbing and fabric together. Some of the slings in these lots have short webbing, so only one row of stitching holds the webbing in place.

The ZoloWear.com Web site, individual distributors, and five children's boutiques in California, Hawaii and Texas sold these slings from May 2005 through August 2005 for between $70 and $90.

Consumers should stop using these carriers/slings immediately and call ZoloWear for instructions on having the carriers/slings repaired.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact ZoloWear, Inc. at (888) 285-0044 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.zolowear.com/recall.

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

September 8, 2005
E-Z-GO is recalling about 60,000 E-Z-GO 2002-2005 gasoline-powered Fleet and Freedom Golf Cars, and Shuttle 2+2 Personnel Carriers. High engine temperatures can permit fuel to get into the air filter box, posing a risk of fire.

There have been 12 reports of fire involving these gasoline-powered golf cars. There have been no injuries reported.

The recall involves certain model year 2002 through 2005 E-Z-GO Fleet and E-Z-GO Freedom gasoline-powered golf cars and Shuttle 2+2 personnel carriers. The model names for the recalled products are TXT, Freedom and Shuttle 2+2. The model names are printed on the sides of the Freedom and Shuttle 2+2 vehicles, and the E-Z-GO logo is on the front of all three vehicles.

The recalled vehicles have 9-horsepower engines and serial numbers ranging from 1451059 through 2341739. The serial numbers of early production vehicles are found on plates located on the passenger side dash housing. The serial numbers of late production vehicles are found on plates located on the body below the drivers seat and on the chassis between the seat back supports.

The cars were sold by E-Z-GO and independent dealers from January 2002 through August 2005 with a manufacturers suggested retail price ranging between $6,400 and $8,800.

Owners of the recalled golf cars should contact the nearest E-Z-GO dealer to arrange for a free repair. E-Z-GO and E-Z-GO dealers will contact known owners to schedule an appointment for a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers can contact E-Z-GO at (800) 241-5855 Ext. 4558 between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.ezgo.com.

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

June 29, 2005
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling about 80 Chesapeake Outdoor Trunks. A problem with the lid support on the trunk could cause the lid not to stay open, posing the risk of an impact injury to a childs head, fingers or hands. Cameron toy chests are also being recalled.

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

This recall involves all Chesapeake Outdoor Trunks. The model number (6512982) is printed on a sticker under the trunk. The trunks are made of tropical hardwood and measure 40 x 19 x 25 high.

The trunks were sold through the Pottery Barn Kids Web site and catalog from March 2005 through late April 2005 for about $350.

Consumers should immediately stop young children from using these outdoor trunks and contact Pottery Barn Kids to determine if their trunk is included in the recall. Pottery Barn Kids will provide consumers with a replacement trunk or refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact Pottery Barn Kids at (800) 699-0449 between 7 a.m. and 12 midnight daily or visit the firms Web site at www.potterybarnkids.com

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

December 20, 2005
Honda is recalling about 24,000 2005 and 2006 TRX400EX ATVs. A safety defect could exist in the transmission that could allow the rider to downshift from 1st gear into reverse without operating the reverse assist (lockout) lever.

Unintended engagement of reverse gear while moving forward could lock the rear wheels and cause the rider to lose control.

American Honda Motor Corp. has received four warranty claims about this problem; three indicating the spring was out of position. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

The recall involves Honda 2005 and 2006 model year TRX400EX ATVs. They are adult-sized ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The 2005 model year ATVs are available in red and yellow. The 2006 model year ATVs are available in red or black. The TRX400EX model name is on the fuel tank and Honda is in white letters on the seat.

The ATVs were sold by Honda dealers nationwide from September 2004 through November 2005 for around $5,900.

Consumers should stop using these recalled ATVs until the repair has been completed. Please call any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment to have your ATV repaired. The dealer will install a kit to prevent the shift problem. Consumers with the recalled ATVs have been sent direct notice via U.S. mail.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers can call Honda toll-free at (866) 784-1870 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.powersports.honda.com.

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

March 23, 2005
Thomson Inc. iks recalling about 47,000 portable DVD players. The battery can overheat and explode while recharging, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.

Thomson Inc. has received 11 reports of batteries overheating and five reports of batteries exploding. There are two reports of consumers suffering burned fingers from picking up a battery after it overheated.

Only batteries used with the RCA portable DVD players with model number DRC600N are being recalled. The DRC600N model DVD player with the battery attached is about 7-inches wide, 5-inches deep, and 2-inches high.

The cabinet housing is plastic, except for a metal skin on the top of the player. The metal skin is silver colored, and the rest of the DVD player is tan or dark gray. The logo RCA LiFE, along with the words DVD VIDEO are printed on the top of the DVD Player. The battery attaches to the bottom of the DVD player.

The units were sold at electronic and department stores nationwide from September 2002 through July 2003 for between $340 and $490.

Consumers should stop using and stop recharging the battery immediately and contact Thomson Inc. for a free replacement battery. The portable DVD player is not being recalled, and consumers can continue to use it without the battery until they receive a replacement battery. The player can be used with the AC Power Adapter by simply unplugging the battery from the unit and plugging the AC Power Adapter into the 9-volt jack on the unit.

Consumer Contact: Contact Thomson Inc. at (800) 821-5875 anytime or visit the companys Web site at www.rca.com/recall.

Consumers also can contact the company by mail at Thomson Inc., Portable DVD Battery Recall, P.O. Box 1490, Durant, Okla. 74702-1490. Please do not send products or batteries to this address.

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

April 19, 2005
Carter's infant and children's overalls are being recalled. The plastic center of the decorative snaps on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard.

Carters has received 14 reports of snap centers detaching. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled overalls are pink corduroy with decorative snap fasteners at the waist and shoulder straps. The light pink overalls (style 435-092) have a floral embroidery design on the chest. The dark pink overalls (style 435-646) have a single patch pocket on the chest. Carters is printed on a tag sewn into the back of the garment.

Style 435-646 was sold exclusively through Carters retail stores from July 2004 through March 2005 for about $26. Style 435-092 was sold through Carters retail stores and other retailers nationwide from August 2004 through March 2005 for about $28.

Consumers should contact Carters to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact Carters at (866) 999-1802 anytime or visit the firms Web site at www.carters.com.

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

November 10, 2005
World Kitchen Inc. is recalling about 472,000 immersion heaters. Moisture in the heating element could cause corrosion over time, presenting a shock hazard.

World Kitchen Inc. has received two reports of short circuits. No injuries have been reported.

The immersion heaters are portable chrome-plated steel heaters with a white plastic handle and mug hook used for warming tea, coffee, soup, or other liquids. IMMERSION HEATER, and MADE IN TAIWAN are embossed on the white plastic handle of these heaters. Some products were sold under the EKCO brand and others were sold with no brand.

The items were sold at mass retailers, hardware and grocery stores nationwide from January 1999 through August 2005 for between $5 and $6.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact World Kitchen for a refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact World Kitchen at (800) 853-6567 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.worldkitchen.com.

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