Recalls in January 1970

July 7, 2005
Auto recalls have been announced for the Volkwagen Jetta, Ford Expedition and Navigator SUVs and the Toyota Tacoma pickup truck.

Volkswagen AG is recalling 39,583 Jetta sedans sold in the United States because of a potential fuel leak that could trigger a fire inside the engine compartment. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that a fuel supply line clamp located in the engine compartment may not be positioned properly and could cause the fuel leak.

The vehicles involved in the recall are from the 2005 model year.

Ford Motor Co. is recalling 10,061 Expedition and Navigator SUVs from the 2006 model year because tires on the driver's side may be damaged. NHTSA warns that the damage could lead to a tread separation and crash.

A sharp object within the Ford assembly line caused the tire damage according to NHTSA.

Finally NHTSA reports on its website that Toyota Motor Co. is recalling 11,592 2005-model year Tacoma pickup trucks in the United States due to defective seat belt buckle sensors.

June 6, 2005
Cheftech Signature Series Gas Grill Model CT001 is being recalled. The manufacturer, Advanced Catalyst Systems, independently discovered that sustained strong winds blowing into the back scoop of the hood can force hot exhaust through the control panel and could cause it to overheat. If the front panel overheats, it can compromise the integrity of the gas valve assembly, which could cause a fire.

The grills included in the safety retrofit are Cheftech Signature Series Grill Model#CT001 starting with Serial # 001 and ending with #030. Serial numbers are denoted on the Rating Plate pictured below. Identifying marks include the Rating Plate label on the back. These are 30,000 BTU LP or NG stainless steel grills. The grill has a rotisserie spit and motor. Other model Cheftech gas grills are not included in the recall.

The grills were sold by Advanced Catalyst Systems, LLC at 6 regional retail stores in Knoxville, TN prior to March 17, 2005 for $1,800.

Consumers should stop using the grill and immediately contact Advanced Catalyst Systems, LLC to arrange to receive a free, consumer-installed safety retrofit kit. ACS has already notified known purchasers about this safety alert.

For more information contact Doug Campbell at (865) 273-1090 ext 226 between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

August 1, 2005
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing that the Perrigo Company has initiated a voluntary nationwide recall of all lots of concentrated infants' oral drops that are packaged with a dosing syringe bearing only a "1.6 mL" mark containing acetaminophen; acetaminophen, dextromethorphan HBr, and pseudoephedrine HCl; or dextromethorphan HBr, and pseudoephedrine HCl.

The dosing syringe may be confusing in determining the proper dose for infants under 2 years of age as directed by a doctor and could lead to improper dosing, including overdosing. The following products are being recalled to the retail level:

• Cherry Flavor Infant Pain Reliever 160 mg Acetaminophen (0.5oz. and 1.0oz)
• Grape Flavor Infant Pain Reliever 160 mg Acetaminophen (0.5oz. and 1.0oz)
• Cherry Flavor Cough and Cold Infant Drops (0.5oz)
• Cherry Flavor Decongestant and Cough Infant Drops (0.5oz)

The directions on the bottle and carton labeling for infants ages 2-3 years and weighing 24-35 pounds allow safe and effective dosing for this age and weight group. However, these products are also intended for use by children younger than 2 years and weighing less than 24 pounds. The labeling directs consumers to ask a doctor for dosing directions for this age and weight group.

The oral dosing syringe enclosed with these products is not marked so as to accurately measure doses less than 1.6 mL when prescribed by physicians for infants younger than 2 years and weighing less than 24 pounds. Until recently these products were provided with a dropper, not the oral dosing syringe, and the dropper had two markings on it ("0.4 mL" and "0.8 mL").

The single mark on the current syringe along with the changeover from the dropper to this syringe has caused some confusion among consumers and health-care professionals and may lead to improper dosing. Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) of acetaminophen may cause liver damage. Consumers who have questions should discuss this with their doctor to accurately determine proper dosage.

In using an alternative over-the-counter product, parents and doctors should thoroughly discuss the specifics about the product and the dosing device, particularly the labeling and marking, so that the proper dose can be measured and administered correctly.

The confusion of the dosing syringe was noted after a physician filed a complaint with the American Academy of Pediatrics.

The recalled products were sold nationally at retail chains under the following store-brand labels: American Fare, Best Choice, Brooks, Berkley & Jensen, CVS, Dollar General, Eckerd, Equaline, Equate, Family Dollar, Food Lion, Good Neighbor, GoodSense, Healthy Generations, Health Pride, Hy-Vee, Kroger, Leader, Longs, Major, Medicine Shoppe, Meijer, Parklane, Publix, Rite Aid, Safeway, Shop Rite, Sunmark, Target, Todays Health, Top Care, Walgreen, Western Family, and Winn Dixie.

Perrigo is cooperating with the FDA in this recall and in the effort to alert consumers and retailers about this issue. Questions or concerns about a product described in this recall should be directed to Perrigos Consumer Affairs Department, toll free, at 800-321-0105. Any adverse reactions experienced with the use of these products should also be reported to the FDAs MedWatch Program by phone at 1-800-FDA-1088, by fax at 1-800-FDA-1078, by mail at MedWatch, HF-410, FDA, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20852-9787, or on MedWatchs website at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/medwatch/.

June 25, 2005
Vail Products, Inc. is recalling about 5,000 "enclosed" bed systems. The beds have been found to cause patient entrapments, resulting in severe neurological damage or death due to asphyxiation.

Under the terms of the recall, the company has sent new instruction manuals and warning labels to every customer informing them of FDAs advice to stop using the bed system, move patients to alternative beds systems if possible and consult with their physician.

If, after consulting with their physician, it is determined that no alternative bed systems are available for a particular patient, users are advised to follow the safety precautions contained in the new instruction manuals and warning labels to help minimize risk of injury (also available on FDAs website, see below.)

Vail enclosed bed systems are canopy-like padded beds covered with nylon netting that is zipped into place to enclose the patient. They are used for at-risk patients with cognitive impairment, unpredictable behavior, spasms, seizures and other disorders. The beds are an alternative to physical or drug restraint to reduce falls or other injury to patients.

The bed systems pose a hazard in that patients can become entrapped between the side-rail and the mattress or between the canopy and mattress. Due to the presence of the canopy, if their head is entrapped, the patient may experience asphyxiation, which can result in permanent neurological injury or death. FDA is aware of approximately 30 entrapments, of which at least 8 resulted in death.

"FDA is making every effort to make sure that patients and healthcare providers are aware of this problem and are given the information needed to help minimize risk," said Dr. Daniel Schultz, Director of FDAs Center for Devices and Radiological Health.

FDA first issued a Public Health Notification on March 25, 2005 about the potential risk posed by these bed systems. FDA has today further updated its Public Health Notification (available at www.fda.gov/cdrh/safety/032505-vail.html) to reflect the latest information on this problem.

On June 23 and 24, 2005, Vail Products mailed corrected instruction manuals and labeling, including warning labels to all users of its Vail 500, Vail 1000, and Vail 2000 enclosed bed systems.

Vail Products publicly stated on June 16, 2005, that it is permanently ceasing the manufacture, sale and distribution of all Vail enclosed bed systems. Vail Products will no longer be available to provide accessories, replacement parts, or retrofit kits. Users who have not received a copy of the corrected instruction manual may attempt to contact Vail Products at 1-800-235-8245.

FDA encourages individual users to report any adverse events related to Vail enclosed bed systems to MedWatch, the FDAs voluntary reporting program at 1-800-FDA-1088; by FAX at 1-800-FDA-0178; by mail to MedWatch, Food and Drug Administration, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857-9787; or online at www.fda.gov/medwatch/report.htm. Consumers can also report directly to MedWatch.

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.

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).

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.

January 3, 2005
BMW is recalling about 75,000 of its 5- and 7-series cars to fix a problem with the front-seat heating mats.

The mats could overheat in certain circumstances, damaging the surrounding upholstery and possibly resulting in slight burns, the company said.

About 69,750 5-series sedans launched in mid-2003 are affected by the recall; more than 29,000 of those were sold in Germany. Of the 7 series, 5,550 cars were affected. The recall affects cars made between February 2003 and June 2004.

August 11, 2005
Kelty is recalling its Speedster Deluxe and Speedster Deuce Jogging Strollers. The stroller handle can disconnect from the stroller frame during use.

Kelty received two reports of a handle disconnecting during use. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled strollers have an aluminum frame and a cloth seat with a sun canopy. The recalled single seat Speedster Deluxe stroller has model number 20050116 and serial numbers: S2000001D0504 through S2000500D0504 and S2000001D0505 through S2000100D0505. The recalled double seat Speedster Deuce Jogging strollers have model number: 20050216 and serial numbers: S3000001D0504 through S3000300D0504 and S3000001D0505 through S3000075D0505.

Each stroller has a tag, located inside the childs seat compartment, which lists the model name and model number. A sticker on the rear frame lists the serial number.

The strollers were sold by baby product stores, sporting good stores and Web retailers from May 2005 thru June 2005 for between $335 and $410.

Consumers should stop using these recalled strollers and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Contact Kelty for a free daypack. Known purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall. All affected units in distribution have been located.

Consumer Contact: Call Kelty at (800) 535-3589 Ext. 3335 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday.

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

March 17, 2005
General Motors is recalling nearly 113,000 passenger vans and Pontiac G6 cars because of potential safety problems.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said one of the recalls affected 77,055 Chevrolet Astro and GMC Safari vans from the 2001-2002 model years because of a potential problem with their hazard warning flasher switches.

NHTSA announced that GM is also recalling 35,777 of its all-new G6 cars because their owner's manual fails to state that child restraint lower anchors are located in both the side and center rear seating positions.

"The owner's manual states that anchors are at the outboard seating positions only," NHTSA said.

Separately, the agency said the U.S. arm of Volkswagen AG was recalling 9.965 Audi A4 and Audi S4 cars to fix a possible problem with their Xenon headlight reflectors.

February 26, 2004
Honeywell Video Systems is recalling the ADEMCO Rapid/Dome security camera. The cameras plastic mounting assembly can crack, allowing the dome and the camera to fall from the wall or ceiling, possibly injuring someone.

The recalled security camera is an indoor video camera mounted on the wall or ceiling. The camera is covered with a smoked plastic dome measuring about 6 inches in diameter. A mechanism to move the camera and a mounting assembly are also part of the product. The recalled security cameras have these part numbers:

• AD5RCPP16
• AD5GCMPP18
• AD5GCPP18
• AD5GCPP22

The cameras also have serial numbers within these ranges:

• G01 (January 2002) to G12 (December 2002)
• H01 (January 2002) to H08 (August 2003).

The serial numbers are located inside the product, on a white label attached to the side of the camera mounting.

The recalled security cameras were not sold directly to consumers. They were sold from January 1, 2002, to October 17, 2003, to independent dealers who installed them in commercial buildings. The security cameras sold for approximately $1000 to $1700.

Contact Honeywell Video Systems to arrange for free repair of the security cameras mounting assembly.

Consumer Contact: Call Honeywell at (800) 573-0154 between 8 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).

July 12, 2005
Federal regulators are investigating the Ford Motor Co. Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer SUVs because of reports that the throttle can stick.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in Washington reports that it is investigating unwanted acceleration in 690,000 of the vehicles from the 2002 model year.

The NHTSA preliminary investigation of vehicles with 4-liter, 6-cylinder engines was prompted by 15 complaints and one reported crash.

A is the agency's first step in an investigation. It could eventually lead to a recall.

A Ford spokeswoman said that it was too early in the investigation to determine a cause and that the company was cooperating with the agency.

July 21, 2005
Mazda is recalling 27,800 RX8 sports cars because of a problem with the front suspension that could lead to a loss of steering resulting in a crash.

Due to improper forging of the lower control arm, cracks may occur in the ball joint socket.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that the ball may separate from the ball joint socket causing the loss of steering and potential crash.

Dealers will repair the RX8 when the recall gets underway in August. Owners can contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500 or NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236.

June 3, 2005
General Motors is recalling 291,652 Saturn L-series sedans and wagons in the United States because of defective taillights, according to the National Highway traffic Safety Administration.

The L-series cars affected by the recall are from 2000 to 2002 model years, while the wagons are from 2000 to 2004 model years.

NHTSA reports that the plastic housing in the brake light assembly can distort if the taillights are on for an extended time and cause the taillights to fail.

GM, which had the most recalls in the United States last year, will begin the recall in September, according to NHTSA.

In April and May, GM recalled more than 2 million vehicles to fix a variety of potential safety defects, the latest setback for the automaker following its $1.1 billion loss in the first quarter.

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).

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).

March 12, 2009
About 13,000 Tippmann A-5 Paintball Markers are being recalled. The end cap assembly on the rear of certain A-5 markers can break and eject during use, posing a risk of injury to the operator.

Tippmann Sports has received three reports of the end cap assembly breaking, ejecting and hitting the operator. One minor injury has been reported.

This recall involves Tippmann A-5 markers with serial numbers 0409301 to 0422200. The serial number appears on the packaging accompanying each marker and is engraved on the left side of the marker near the front grip. Serial numbers ending in an 'R' have already been repaired and are not included in the recall.

The paintball markets, made in the U.S., were sold by major sporting goods retailers, paintball dealers and online retailers nationwide from May 2008 through February 2009 for between $180 and $350.

Consumers should stop using the recalled paintball markers immediately and contact Tippmann Sports for a free repair kit.

For further information, call Tippmann Sports toll-free at (866) 841-3029 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.tippmann.com/recall.

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

WASHINGTON, July 2, 2002 -- Whirlpool Corp. is voluntarily recalling about 17,000 combination washer and gas dryer units. The gas dryer can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Whirlpool has received two reports of the unit overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The recalled 24-inch washer and gas dryer units were sold under the Whirlpool, Kenmore and General Electric brand names, which is written on the control panel of the units. They are white or light tan. The model and serial number are located behind the dryer door at the top of the opening. Model and serial numbers of units covered by this recall are as follows:

November 30, 2005
Yamaha is recalling about 1,100 S90 ES Synthesizers. The unit could emit loud "white noise" when turned off and turned on again under high temperature conditions, which could possibly damage a consumers hearing.

The S90 ES Synthesizer is black with a black and white keyboard. "S90 ES" and "Yamaha" are written on the front of the synthesizer.

The units were sold at musical instrument retailers and dealers from August 2005 through October 2005 for a Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price of $2,599.

Yamaha will contact each customer to arrange for a repair or replacement at no cost to the customer.

Consumer Contact: Call Yamaha toll-free at (800) 975-4029 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).