Recalls in January 1970

October 14, 2008   
GN Netcom is recalling about 525,000 GN9120 wireless headsets. An internal short circuit can cause the lithium-ion polymer batteries to overheat, posing a fire hazard. Besides the U.S. recall, another 675,000 headsets were sold outside the U.S.

GN Netcom has received 10 reports of incidents involving overheating, including three reports of open flames and property damage to furniture on which the headsets were resting. An additional 37 reports of overheating, three reports of open flames and one report of second degree burns, requiring medical attention, was received outside the U.S.

This recall involves GN9120 wireless headsets with ATL lithium-ion polymer batteries. The headsets are intended primarily for professional use in offices and call centers. The product is sold with three components: a base station, headset and power adapter. "GN Netcom" or "GN9120" is printed on the base station and headset. The affected batteries have part number 603028 and have a white plastic enclosure. The batteries are labeled "Made by ATL (Amperex Technology Ltd.)" and "(ATL P/N 603028)." Batteries sold as a replacement part are labeled "GN9120 battery replacement kit."

The headsets were sold by GN Netcom, authorized distributors and resellers nationwide from January 2005 through September 2008 for between $150 and $350 as part of the GN9120 headset and about $20 as a replacement part. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled headsets. Consumers should contact GN Netcom to receive a replacement battery.

For additional information, contact GN Netcom at (877) 803-6467 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Friday ET, or visit the firms Web site at www.jabra.com.

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

October 29, 2008
About 14,000 Casper the Friendly Ghost Halloween mini-figurines are being recalled. They contain high levels of lead in the paint.

The figurines are made of resin and paper, and are three inches tall. They were sold in mini bags decorated with a spider and web design. The Casper the Friendly Ghost figurines are dressed as: Dracula in a red spider bag, Skeleton in a green spider bag, Devil in a purple spider bag, Mummy in an orange spider bag, Casper in a blue spider bag, and Wendy the Witch is in a yellow spider bag. The figurines are stamped with TM & Harvey Ent. 'Coyne's & Company' and 'CP1030' are printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the bags.

Gift, specialty, card, and drug stores nationwide sold the figurines from June 2005 through September 2008 for between $1 and $3. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled figurines away from children and contact Coyne's & Company to receive a full refund or credit.

For additional information, contact Coyne's & Company at (800) 336-8666 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.coynes.com.

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

September 24, 2008
Studio RTA is recalling about 48,600 TV stands. The stability of the stands does not meet industry standards to prevent TV tip-over, posing a risk of injury or death to consumers.

This recall involves four different TV stand models. Model numbers are printed on the packaging and instruction's sheet.

• 'E Series' Model 060331: The product consists of two glass shelves, a lower shelf made of metal, and black leg and frame components.

• 'Fierro' Model 402875: This product was sold exclusively by Best Buy. The product consists of three glass shelves with black leg and frame components.

• 'Madison DLP' Model 060176: The product consists of three glass shelves with dark wood grain finish frame components, black legs, and a black fiberboard back panel.

• 'Madison 3000' Model 060090: The product consists of three glass shelves with dark wood grain finish frame components, black legs, and a metal mesh back panel.

The stands were sold by Best Buy (model 402875) and other retailers nationwide from May 2004 through August 2008 for about between $220 and $260. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately remove the TV from the stand and contact Studio RTA to receive a free repair kit.

For additional information, contact Studio RTA toll-free at (888) 309-0299 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.studiorta.com.

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

November 13, 2008    
Cobra Electronics is recalling about 8,000 children's two-way radios sold at Toys 'R' Us stores. The rechargeable batteries in the radios can leak electrolyte, posing a chemical burn hazard to consumers.

The recall involves two-way radios with the 300 mah 'CEL' batteries. The walkie talkie style radios are made of pink plastic and come in purple packaging. Product number PR191-2VP is located on the front of the packaging and on the label inside the battery compartment. The batteries are standard AAA Nickle Metal Hydride battery cells with a black wrapper with the battery name 300 mah (CEL) with the date code (TF or RF) on the battery itself.

The radios, made in China, were sold by Toys 'R' Us Stores nationwide from August 2008 through September 2008 for about $30.

Consumers should immediately stop using the two-way radios and contact the company for a free replacement and a 20% off coupon for a future purchase at www.cobra.com. If batteries have leaked on to the radio, do not touch the liquid, and contact the company for a free replacement product.

For additional information, please contact Cobra Electronics toll-free at (888) 252-9889 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobra.com.

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

June 21, 2005
Belkin is recalling about 10,000 Li-Polymer batterys pack sold with its Bluetooth Global Positioning System (GPS) Navigation System. The battery can overheat, expand, and possibly rupture, creating an explosion or fire hazard.

Belkin reports 15 incidents of batteries overheating and expanding. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

The recall involves Li-Polymer battery packs sold with Belkin Bluetooth GPS Navigation System models F8T051 and F8T051-DL. The GPS model number can be found on a label on the bottom of the unit. Part No.: 300-203712001 and Model No.: AE-8210 are written on the side of the battery.

The Belkin Web site, other Web retailers and computer and electronics stores sold the GPS device with recalled batteries nationwide from November 2003 through February 2005 for about $400.

Consumers stop using the GPS product immediately and contact Belkin for information on receiving a free replacement battery.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Belkin toll-free at (800) 223-5546 ext. 2064 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.belkin.com.

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

September 23, 2008
Giftco Inc. is recalling about 36,000 sets of Harry Potter bookends. The paint on the bookends contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves poly-stone bookends painted and shaped in the characters of the Harry Potter book series. Bookend characters include Harry Potter, Hedwig and Hermione, and Crookshank.

The bookends, made in Hong Kong, were sold at elementary school fundraising programs, discount and dollar stores nationwide from June 2004 through January 2006 for between $3 and $28.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled bookends away from children and return them to Giftco for a refund.

For additional information, contact Giftco Inc. toll-free at (888) 448-6728 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at mail.giftcoinc.com.

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

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.

May 22, 2009
Gothic Cabinet Craft is recalling about 1,500 bunk beds. The recall affects twin, twin extra-large, and twin over full beds.

The bunk beds do not have sufficient headboards, footboards, or guardrails and have gaps between parts of the upper bunk that could allow a child's body to pass through but not a child's head. These bunk beds pose a fall, entrapment, and strangulation hazard to children and violate the spacing requirements of the federal bunk bed safety standard.

Both metal and wooden bunk beds are being recalled. The bunk bed styles include dark oak and metal, solid pine, others come with six drawers as part of the base.

The beds, made in the U.S., were sold by retail stores in the New York and New Jersey metropolitan area from June 2000 through October 2008 for between $225 and $850.

Consumers should immediately stop using these bunk beds and contact Gothic Cabinet Craft Inc. to schedule an appointment and free repair.

For more information, contact Gothic Cabinet Craft Outlet toll free at (877) 946-8442 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.gothiccabinetcraft.com.

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

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).

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).

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).

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).

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.

October 6, 2009
Lowe's Stores is recalling about 84,000 folding directors chairs. The chair back supports can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Lowe's and the importer, White Tiger, have received 10 reports of chairs breaking. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves red and blue folding director's chairs with white frames. 'Garden Treasures' is printed on the chair's packaging.

The chairs, made in Indonesia, were sold at Lowe's stores nationwide from June 2009 through July 2009 for about $40.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and return them to any Lowe's store for a full refund.

For additional information, contact White Tiger at (877) 251-5558 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT, or visit www.lowes.com.

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

May 7, 2009
KTM is recalling about 550 off-road motorcycles because the front fork inner tube on the off-road motorcycles can crack and separate from the fork axle, posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.

This recall involves model year 2009 KTM off-road motorcycles. The model name and KTM™ logo are located on the right and left shrouds. The following models are included in this recall:

The motorcycles, made in Austria, were sold by KTM dealers nationwide from December 2008 through April 2009 for between $6,000 and $8,000.

Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact their local KTM dealer to schedule a free repair. Registered owners the recalled off-road motorcycles are being sent a direct notice.

For additional information, contact KTM toll-free at (888) 985-6090 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ktmnorthamerica.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).

June 8, 2007
General Electric is recalling about 2,600 "Monogram Professional" gas ranges.

The ranges have a design flaw that can cause an electrical arc between the wiring and griddle gas supply tube, posing a fire hazard.

GE has received reports of six incidents of gas leaking from the griddle gas supply tube, resulting in five fires under the range top. One consumer has reported burns to her hands and two consumers have reported smoke damage.

This recall includes 36-inch and 48-inch stainless steel Monogram Pro ranges with griddles. They are fueled either by LP or natural gas and manufactured from October 2005 through May 16, 2006. The recall includes the following ranges: Models ZDP48N6DHSS, ZDP48L6DHSS, ZDP36N4DHSS and ZDP36L4DHSS. The recalled range models have a serial letter plus serial number combination as shown below.

To find the manufacture date, and model and serial numbers, look underneath the top ledge (the bull nose) above the range controls.

The ranges were sold by home builders and appliance stores nationwide from October 2005 through February 2007 for between $4,000 and $6,000.

Customers with a recalled range should stop using it immediately and contact GE for further instructions and to schedule a free, in-home repair.

For more information, call GE Consumer & Industrial toll-free at (877) 546-0116 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, or visit the firms Web site at geappliances.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).

September 1, 2009

OfficeMax has received about 35 reports of the chair backs or posts breaking, including 15 reports of injuries involving lacerations, muscle strains, contusions and concussions.

The recall involves OfficeMax Task Chairs with model numbers OM182 and OM96614. The model number is located under the chairs seat on a white UPC label. The chairs are charcoal or dark charcoal in color and have black plastic arms and a rolling plastic and metal base.

The chairs, made in China, were sold at OfficeMax stores nationwide, on the firms Web site www.officemax.com, in OfficeMax catalogs, and through direct commercial sales to businesses from September 2003 through July 2008 for between $40 and $65.

Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and return them to any OfficeMax store for a full refund or a $55 gift card if the consumer does not have a receipt.

For additional information, contact OfficeMax at (800) 283-7674 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.officemax.com.

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