Recalls in January 1970

July 5, 2005
Ford Motor Co. is recalling 180,000 trucks with 6.0-liter diesel engines for electrical repairs the company says will end a stalling problem.

The trucks affected by the recall are:

• 2004-05 Ford Excursions,
• E-350 and E-450 vans, and
• F-250 through F-550 Super Duty trucks.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reviewed 3,000 complaints and 13,000 warranty claims and concluded that the stalling problem is a safety hazard. NHTSA cited 14 crashes with two claimed injuries in its investigation.

Ford denies that all of these incidents are attributable to the defects the recall will address.

Dealerships will check fuel injection control module wiring for chafing on recalled Excursions and Super Duty trucks. Dealers will install a protection kit if bare wires are not showing. They will replace the harness if they find bare wires.

On all of the recalled vans and some Excursions and Super Duty trucks, depending on their assembly date, dealerships are to replace the injection control pressure sensor connector terminals.

March 9, 2004
Light Distribution Co. is recalling about 500 hand-held hair dryers. These hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device or ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) on the power cord, which poses a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water.

In 1991, a voluntary standard was implemented that called for all hair dryers used by consumers to protect against electrocution in both the on and off position. Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

One consumer reported loss of control resulting in a fall. The consumer received a black eye, along with cuts and bruises.

The recalled units are the Turbo 1650 and Turbo 2650 electric hand-held hair dryers. These hair dryers have a pistol grip, black or red and black colored plastic casing, two-prong power cord, and a label that reads in part: Light Distribution or Windsor and 110V/60HZ. The model name and number also are printed on the label.

The dryers were sold by retail beauty supply stores in Florida from March 2003 through November 2003 for about $50.

Consumers should stop using these hair dyers immediately and return the unit to the firm for a free replacement unit.

Consumer Contact: Light Distribution toll-free at (877) 418-1881 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

August 2, 2005
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched an investigation of Volvo automobiles that could lead to the recall of 266,000 cars because an electronic throttle part may fail.

The vehicles can slow or stop without warning, and some consumers reported that replacing the part didn't fix the problem, the agency said.

The defect investigation covers sedans, station wagons and convertibles from 1999 through 2001 with electronic throttle controls, according to NHTSA. Models involved are the C70 convertible, C70, S60, S70, S80, V70 and V70XC.

The review was prompted by 136 complaints, including one accident with two injuries.

April 13, 2004
Nikko America Inc. is voluntarily recalling about 287,000 radio-control toy trucks. A problem with the circuit board causes the toy truck to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.

Nikko America has received five reports of the toy trucks overheating, resulting in minor property damage caused by fire and smoke. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled toy trucks were manufactured from April 2003 through January 2004. The trucks are 1/10 scale models (approximately 18 inches in length) of the Chevy Avalanche (model 100021A), the Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (model 100022A and 100022B), the Hummer Wagon (model 100023A and 100023B) and the Ford F150 (model 100024A and 100024B). Model numbers can be found on the body of the truck, along with the vehicle make and model names.

Major toy and discount department stores nationwide sold the toy trucks from July 2003 through February 2004 for about $60.

Consumers should stop using the toy trucks and contact Nikko America for instructions on returning the product for a free circuit board replacement. Contact Nikko America toll-free at (866) 232-6013 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.nikkoamerica.com/recall.

This recall includes only the model names and numbers listed above.

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

September 1, 2005
Walt Disney World is recalling about 12,900 childrens red sunglasses. The paint on the red sunglasses contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled sunglasses are a solid red color and have dark plastic lenses. They were sold with either a navy blue toddler cap featuring the character Mickey Mouse or a light blue toddler cap featuring the character Stitch. Both toddler caps have red bills. The recalled sunglasses are attached to the bills of the caps by a red strap with a hook and loop fastener. Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resort is stitched on the back of the toddler caps. Other styles and colors of hats and sunglasses are not included in this recall.

The items were sold at the Disneyland Resort in California, The Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Disneys Vero Beach Resort in Florida, and the Disney Cruise Line based in Florida, from November 2004 through June 2005 for about $16.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled red sunglasses away from children and contact Walt Disney World Co. for a free replacement pair of sunglasses and 20 Disney Dollars.

Consumer Contact: Consumers should call Walt Disney World Co. at 866-802-2782 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Web site at www.disneyworld.com.

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

December 7, 2004
Suzuki is recalling its 2004-2005 Eiger and Vinson ATVs. The recalled models were assembled with an incorrectly sized mounting bolt under the fuel tank. This could result in fuel leakage presenting a fire safety hazard and risk of injury or death.

The company has not received any reports of incidents. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

Suzuki 2004 and 2005 models Eiger ATVs - LT-A400K4, LT-A400FK4, LT-F400K4, LT-F400FK4, Vinson ATVs- KT-A500FK4, LT-F500FK4, Eiger ATVs - LT-A500FK5, LT-F500FK5 are all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) that are designed for use by riders age 16 and older.

The recalled models were sold by Suzuki motorcycle/ATV dealers from August 2, 2004 to August 26, 2004

Consumers should take their ATV to an authorized Suzuki dealership. The dealer will replace the fuel petcock-mounting bolt and sealing washers at no charge to the consumer.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the American Suzuki Customer Service Department at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 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).

August 18, 2004
Seventh Avenue Inc. is recalling its Kitchen Krumblers Apple Cinnamon Candle. The dried apples and cinnamon in the candle can ignite causing a flare up and breaking the glass, posing a fire hazard.

Three reports have been received of a candle flaring up, breaking the glass, and spreading fire. No injuries have been reported.

The scented candle is housed in a clear glass holder and has a crumbled appearance with color variations. It contains slices of dried apple and cinnamon sticks in the wax. The candle is 3 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches high. Kitchen Krumblers is labeled at the base of the candle. The candle was sold separately or in a set with another candle not involved in this recall.

The candles were sold through the Country Door Catalog and Web site from February 2004 through May 2004 for about $12.

Consumers should stop using the candle and return it to Country Door for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Country Door at (800) 659-6473 between 8 a.m. and 12 a.m. CT.

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

March 23, 2005
Hellenic Rug Imports is recalling its Mazarakis Flokati 3A and Mazarakis Floco white flokati rugs.

Certain rugs distributed from January 2003 through February 2004 fail to meet the federal mandatory standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act. If the rugs ignite, they may not self-extinguish, presenting a risk of burn injuries.

The recalled Mazarakis rugs are white only. Two models/sizes are recalled:

• Mazarakis Flokati 3A measuring 5 feet by 7 feet, pile and backing 100 percent New Zealand wool and
• Mazarakis Floco measuring 5 feet, 6 inches by 8 feet, 6 inches, 100 percent New Zealand wool pile and 100 percent Polypropylene backing.

The rugs were sold at Web and catalog retailers nationwide from January 2003 through February 2004 for between $179 and $299.

Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Hellenic Rug Importers to arrange for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: Call Hellenic Rug Imports at (888) 356-5284, Ext. 115 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firms Web site at www.flokati.com.

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

August 6, 2005
About 90,000 Plush Frog Stuffed Animals sold at Kohl's are being recalled. The seams in the toy can tear open and expose small plastic pellets, posing a choking or aspiration hazard to young children who mouth the pellets.

Determined Productions, the importer, has received one report of seam breakage on the toy, resulting in a child choking on the plastic pellets. The child was taken to the hospital and released without any injury after a procedure to look for aspirated beads.

The recalled toy is an 11 inch purple stuffed frog with a green chin, belly, hands and feet. The stuffed frog has the word BRAVE sewn in purple letters onto the underside of its right foot.

Kohls Department Stores sold the toys exclusively throughout July 2004 for about $5.

Consumers are advised to stop using the toy immediately and contact Determined Productions or stop at a local Kohls Department Stores to receive a refund or store credit.

Consumer Contact: Call Determined Productions toll-free at (877) 925-0660 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or e-mail the firm at Normamail@dpisf.com. Consumers also can visit either Kohls Web site at www.kohls.com.

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

February 5, 2009
Intermatic is recalling about 200,000 DT17 heavy duty digital timers. The recalled timers can have a faulty ground connection, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

The recalled Intermatic DT17 heavy-duty digital timers are lamp and appliance timers. They were packaged as the "DT17C Heavy Duty Digital Timer" and the "DT17C8 Heavy Duty Digital Timer." The timer is white-colored and measures 3 3/8" tall x 2 5/8" wide x 1 5/8" deep. Only products with date codes of "40Z" through "52Z" or date codes ending in "A," "B" or "C" are included in the recall. The brand name "Intermatic" is molded on the front of the timer, and the model number ("DT17") and date code are printed on the back of the timer.

The timers were sold by retailers and electrical distributors nationwide from September 2005 through December 2008 for between $15 and $25. They were made in China.

Consumers should unplug the timer immediately and contact Intermatic to obtain a free replacement including shipping.

For additional information, call Intermatic at (800) 704-3585 anytime, or visit the firm"s Web site at www.intermatic.com.

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

April 11, 2005
Roger Wood Foods, Inc., a Savannah, Ga., firm, is voluntarily recalling approximately 10,700 pounds of sausage products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

Products subject to recall include:

• 1 lb. packages of "ROGER WOOD Preferred Recipe, BEEF Smoked Sausage."
• 2.5 lb. packages of "ROGER WOOD, GREAT GRILLERS, smoked sausage, made with chicken, turkey, pork and beef."
• 5 lb. packages of "ROGER WOOD, FAMILY PAK, Chicken, Pork and Beef Wieners."
• 3 lb. packages of ROGER WOOD, FAMILY PAK, Chicken, Pork and Beef Wieners."
• 4 lb. packages of "ROGER WOOD, FAMILY PAK, Chicken, Pork and Beef Wieners."

The sausage was produced on March 10, 2005 and was distributed to retail stores in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina.

Each of the products bears one of the following establishment codes "EST. 8025" or "P-8025" inside the USDA mark of inspection. Each label also bears "Sell By 5/13/2005."

The problem was discovered through regulatory sampling conducted by the State of Georgia. FSIS has received no reports of illnesses associated with consumption of these products.

Consumption of food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, an uncommon but potentially fatal disease. Healthy people rarely contract listeriosis. However, Listeriosis can cause high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness and nausea.

Listeriosis can also induce miscarriages and stillbirths, as well as serious and sometimes fatal infections in those with weakened immune systems including infants, elderly and persons with chronic disease, such as HIV infection or undergoing chemotherapy.

Consumers with food safety questions can phone the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854). The hotline is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from l0 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day.

August 18, 2004

They look study enough, but about 380 "Windsor" dinette chairs made by American Signature, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio, are being recalled.

The stretch bar, which connects to the chair's legs can detach during normal use, potentially causing the user to fall and suffer injuries. In fact, American Signature has received two reports of chairs collapsing, including one report of a consumer who fell and bruised her legs.

The recalled chairs have a "Windsor" design and have arms. They measure 40-inches high by 21-inches wide. Made of black wood, the chairs have 9 metal spindles across the rounded back. The chairs were sold at American Signature Home and Value City Furniture stores in the Midwest and South during the month of April 2004 for about $70 a pair.

Consumers should contact the store where the chairs were purchased to arrange for a pick up of the original chair in exchange for a replacement chair.

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

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September 24, 2004
About 9,400 Jaloma pacifiers are being recalled. The pacifiers are banned under federal law. They failed federal safety tests, come apart, and can pose a choking hazard to infants and small children.

There has been at least one report of a pacifier nipple that detached while the pacifier was in the mouth of a seven-month-old. The child was not injured.

The pacifiers, which measure three inches long and about 1 inches across the base, are pink, blue, green or white plastic with a yellow nipple. The pacifiers have a circular handle and the shield is labeled Jaloma. The nipples are filled with a sugary substance.

The pacifiers were sold at various small Mexican supermarkets and commercial retailers nationwide from March 2004 through August 2004 for between $0.35 and $1.

Consumers should immediately take the pacifiers away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Consumers should call Natura Products Downey collect at (323) 726-9098 between 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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

November 10, 2004
About 60,000 Bilt-Safe electric blankets are being recalled. When the temperature controller on the blanket is reset multiple times or the blanket is folded or covered with additional blankets, the blanket can overheat. This can result in smoldering and melting, posing a burn hazard.

Bilt-Safe has received 86 reports of the blankets overheating or charring, including three reports of minor skin burns.

The recalled automatic warming blankets were sold in blue or beige colors under the Bilt-Safe and Comfort Max brand names and came in sizes to fit all mattresses. The temperature controller is removable and plugs into a module at the bottom of the blanket. The recalled units have the following model numbers, which are located on a tag sewn to the blanket: BST-03-A-F, BST-03-A-F, BST-03-A-Q, and BST-03-A-T.

The blankets were sold at Family Dollar Stores, Peebles Inc., and Le Roux at Home stores nationwide from October 2003 through February 2004 for between $40 and $100.

Consumers should stop using the electric blankets immediately and contact Bilt-Safe to receive a free replacement controller.

Contact Bilt-Safe Technologies toll-free at (800) 905-0799 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to return the temperature controller free of charge and receive a free replacement.

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

September 21, 2004
Wild Country brand Helium carabiners used in rock climbing are being recalled.

The carabiner gate may come open under a heavy load, which will significantly reduce the strength of the carabiner. The carabiner could break if the climber falls, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the climber.

These are Wild Country brand carabiners sold under the following model names: Helium Dyneema, Helium DYN QD 5 X 13, Helium Clean Wire, and Oxygen-Helium. They are marked with batch codes AAA, AAB, AAC, AAD, AAE, and AAF. Wild Country and the model name are written on the carabiners.

The carabiners were sold at recreational sports stores nationwide from April 2004 through July 2004 for between $11 and $25.

Consumers should call the firm for instructions on returning these carabiners. The firm will reimburse shipping expenses and send the consumer a replacement.

Consumer Contact: Call Wild Country toll free at (800) 997- HELI between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.wildcountry.co.uk

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

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).

March 1, 2005
Lands End is recalling about 24,000 infant and toddler squall parkas, sport squalls, squall snow suits and squall bibs.

The rubber zipper pull-tab can be bitten off and may pose a risk of choking to young children. There have been four reports of the tab being chewed off, without injury.

The recalled Lands End outer wear has a rubber tab located at the end of the fabric zipper pull located on the front of the jacket. The recall includes the garments and style numbers listed below. The style number is written on a label in the left side seam of the garment.

• Infant Squall Parka, style 94648
• Infant Hooded Sport Squall, style 94650
• Infant Squall Snowsuit, style 94654
• Infant Squall Bib, style 94652
• Toddler Squall Parka, style 94649
• Toddler Hooded Sport Squall, style 94651
• Toddler Squall Snowsuit, style 94655
• Toddler Squall Bib, style 94653

The clothing was sold through the Lands End Catalogue and Internet sales from August 2004 through December 21, 2004 for between $54.50 and $79.50.

Remedy: Cut off the fabric zipper pull and dispose of it.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Lands End at (800) 200-6212 anytime, or visit their Web site at www.landsend.com.

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

August 30, 2005
The Food and Drug Administration is notifying the public of a nationwide voluntary recall of alcohol-free mouthwash and hygiene kits containing mouthwash distributed by Medline Industries, Inc., Mundelein, Ill.

The FDA says the mouthwash is potentially contaminated with Burkholderia cepacia. Consumers and health care providers who have Medline brand alcohol free mouthwash should stop using the product immediately and check to see if it is being recalled.

FDA is committed to informing the public about products that may be contaminated and can potentially cause illness, said Dr. Lester M. Crawford, FDA Commissioner.

Products being recalled can be identified by checking the lot code stamped on the bottom of the bottle. Product lot numbers beginning 0503 through 0508 are affected. Additionally, affected product can be identified by checking for the identification code RA05CRR on the lower portion of back display panel of the product label.

The recall includes the following products: Alcohol-Free Mouthwash, Medline Label, 2 oz, MDS095029; Alcohol-Free Mouthwash, Medline Label, 4 oz., MDS095030.

The Medline labeled mouthwash packaged in 2 and 4 oz bottles were recently recalled by the manufacturer, Carrington Laboratories, Inc, Irving, Texas. The mouthwash may also be found in certain Medline Personal Hygiene Hospital Admission Kits.

The product was distributed to hospitals, medical centers, and long term care facilities nationwide. There is no known distribution through retail sales. The CDC has confirmed hospital illness associated with the use of the affected mouthwash in Texas and Florida.

B cepacia is a known cause of infections in hospitalized patients. The effects of B. cepacia on people vary widely, ranging from no symptoms at all, to serious respiratory infections, especially in patients with CF. B. cepacia poses little medical risk to healthy people. However, people who have certain health problems such as weakened immune systems or chronic lung diseases, particularly cystic fibrosis (CF), may be more susceptible to infections with B. cepacia. Of note, B. cepacia bacteria are often resistant to common antibiotics.

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).