Recalls in January 1970

December 2, 2009
Haier America is reaclling about 53,000 blenders. The blade assemblies may come apart or break, posing a laceration risk.

Haier America has received approximately 60 reports of blade assemblies coming apart or breaking. One consumer reported receiving a minor cut to his hand.

This recall involves commercial-style 500-watt blenders with model number HB500BSS. The units are stainless steel and black plastic. "Haier" is printed on the front below the power switch, and the model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the blenders.

The blenders, made in China, were sold at mass merchandisers and specialty retailers nationwide from November 2006 through October 2009 for between $26 and $60.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blenders and contact Haier America to receive a free replacement blade assembly.

For additional information, contact Haier America toll-free at (866) 327-6147 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.haieramerica.com.

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

February 14, 2008    Spanish
Mission City Press is recalling about 11,000 'A Life of Faith' charm bracelets because they contain excessive levels of lead.

The recalled bracelets have a silver-colored chain and silver-colored charms, including a Bible, angel, cross, heart, and praying hands. The bracelets were sold with clear, crystal and pearl white beads. The recalled sets include a bracelet for a girl to wear, along with a smaller, matching bracelet for her doll.

The bracelets were sold by specialty toy, book, and gift stores nationwide from October 2006 through November 2007 for about $15. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the bracelet sets (including the girl's bracelet and the doll's bracelet) away from children and return to the Mission City Press to receive a refund. If you received the bracelets for free, please dispose of them or remove the pearl white beads.

The bracelets can be mailed to:

Mission City Press
Attn: Bracelet Refund
202 Second Ave.
South, Franklin, TN 37064

For refunds, please include your name, mailing address, phone number, and email address.

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

October 12, 2009
General Motors is recalling some 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibes equipped with a 1.8-liter engine and sold or registered in the following states:

ALASKA, COLORADO, IDAHO, ILLINOIS IOWA, KANSAS, MAINE, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MONTANA, NEBRASKA, NEVADA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW YORK, NORTH DAKOTA, SOUTH DAKOTA, VERMONT, WISCONSIN, AND WYOMING.

The company said that under certain cold-weather conditions, the intake manifold suction port for the brake vacuum can become locked due to frozen condensation./ This could lead to increased vehicle stopping distance.

Dealers will modify the brake vacuum line free of charge when the recall begins on or around October 23, 2009. Special coverage for vehicles registered in other states will also be available.

Owners may contact Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

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

June 16, 2009
Viking Range Corp. is recalling about 45,000 built-in refrigerators because the doors can fall off.

Viking has received about 57 reports of doors detaching, including four reports of injuries involving bruises, broken toes/fingers, and strains. Also, several incidents of minor damage to floors and counters have been reported.

This recall involves Viking built-in 48-inch wide side-by-side refrigerator/freezers and the built-in 36-inch wide refrigerators with bottom freezers with model and serial numbers with date codes listed below. The refrigerators come in stainless steel and various colors and wood finishes and are built into the kitchen cabinetry. "Viking" is written on the front of the refrigerator. The model and serial numbers are located either behind the produce drawer or on the ceiling of the interior of the refrigerators. The 42-inch wide or freestanding refrigerators are not included in this recall.

The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date of the unit in [mm][dd][yy] format, e.g., serial number 051903G0000000375 was manufactured on May 19, 2003 and serial number F01250210170 was manufactured on January 25, 2002.

The refrigerators, made in the U.S., were sold by appliance and specialty retailers nationwide from July 1999 through April 2006 for between $4,725 and $6,400.

Consumers with recalled refrigerators should contact Viking immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled refrigerator if the door isn't sealing properly, is sagging, or fails to open and close properly. If the door is functioning properly, consumers may continue to use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.

For more information, contact Viking toll-free at (888) 345-2650 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Viking's Web site at www.vikingrange.com

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

December 30, 2008
Atomic Skis USA is recalling about 125,000 Alpine ski bindings sold in the United States. An additional 1 million were sold elsewhere.

The heel housing of the bindings can crack, causing the binding to release unexpectedly. This can cause the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries.

The firm has received four reports of injuries, including a concussion and injuries to the shoulder and knee from falls.

The recall affects the heel components of the following Atomic alpine ski bindings: Race 310, Race 412, RaceRace 310, RaceRace 412, Xentrix 310, Xentrix 311, Xentrix 412, C310, C311, C412, CR 310, CR 412, R 310, R 412, SX 310, SX 412, Device 311, Device 412, Centro 310, Centro 412, and Dynamic ADX 312, RD10, X412, Centro 412. The recall includes only those bindings manufactured from 1998 through 2002 The year of manufacture can be located on the underside of the heel lever.

The bindings, made in Austria, were sold at authorized Atomic USA ski dealers nationwide from 1998 through 2005 for between $150 and $350.

Consumers should stop using these ski bindings immediately and return them to any authorized Atomic Ski dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the heel component, if needed.

For additional information, contact Atomic Ski USA toll-free at (888) 535-7555 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday; e-mail consumerserviceUS@atomicsnow.com or visit the firm's Web site at www.atomicsnow.com.

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

December 22, 2009
5.11 Tactical knives are being recalled. The knives can fail to lock into the open position, posing a cutting hazard to consumers.

One minor cut was reported by a store employee.

The recalled folding knives, Style No. 51041019, have a black handle with a pocket clip and are approximately five inches in length when closed and seven and three-quarters inches in length when the blade is open.

The knives, made in China, were given away as a free promotional item commencing in September 2009 and ending in December 2009.

Consumers should stop using the knives immediately and either return the knives to their local 5.11 Tactical retailer or contact 5.11 Tactical directly to arrange for the return and exchange of the knives for a substitute promotional item at no cost to them.

For additional information, contact 5.11 Tactical Customer Service at (866) 451-1726 or visit the firms Web site at www.511tactical.com.

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

May 20, 2008
K2 Sports is recalling about 2,500 pairs of "Auto" series snowboard bindings from the 2007 model year.

The cable that links the toe strap to the binding could break, posing a fall hazard to snowboarders.

This recall involves the 2007 model year K2 'Auto' snowboard bindings. They were sold in black or white. 'K2' and 'Auto' are printed on the toe strap.

The bindings, made in China, were sold by snowboard, ski, and sporting goods retailers nationwide from August 2007 through May 2008 for about $230.

Consumers should stop using the recalled bindings immediately and take them to the retailer where purchased or contact K2 Sports directly to arrange for free shipment and repair.

For additional information, contact K2 Sports at (800) 985-2191 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email the company at autobindingupgrade@k2sports.com, or visit the company's Web site at www.k2snowboarding.com.

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

April 6, 2009
Volkswagen is recalling about 5,000 of its R32 high-performance cars from the 2008 model year. A fuel tank ventilation valve may allow gasoline to enter the evaporative system, possibly causing vehicle jerking and creating a potential fire hazard.

Dealers will replace the defective valve free of charge when the recall begins in May 2009. Owners may contact VW at 1-800-822-8987.

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

June 9, 2009
About 2,000 Bonavita "Cabana" drop-side cribs are being recalled. The wooden crib slats can detach or break creating a gap, which can pose an entrapment and strangulation hazard to infants and toddlers.

LaJobi has received 16 incident reports of crib slat failures, including 10 reports of slats falling out of rails and 6 reports of slats breaking. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Bonavita Cabana wooden drop side cribs with metal mattress supports. The cribs were manufactured from January 2006 through October 2008 and have production dates between 01 JAN 2006 and 31 OCT 2008. The model name, color, product order (PO) number, production date and other crib identifiers are printed on a label located on the inside bottom rail of the headboard or footboard. The cribs were sold in three finishes, antique white, classic cherry and montego brown. Cribs with other production dates are not affected by this recall.

The cribs, made in Vietnam, were sold at USA Baby, Beautiful Beginnings, Buy Buy Baby and other specialty stores nationwide from January 2006 through May 2009 for about $450.

CPSC urges parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should contact LaJobi Importers to receive replacement crib side rails.

For additional information, contact LaJobi toll-free at (866) 688-9009 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.LaJobi.com

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

December 30, 2008
Bon-Ton department stores is recalling about 5,000 boys reversible vests. The zipper tabs fail to meet the federal children's torques test standards, posing a choking hazard to children.

This recall involves the 'Ruff Hewn' reversible vests for boys sold in toddler (style # F821235) and 4 through 7 sizes (style # F841235). The vests are brown and reverse to a camouflage print. 'Ruff Hewn' is printed on the tag found in the left pocket of the brown side and on the price tag. The style number is printed on the price tag.

The vests were sold at Bon-Ton, Bergner's, Boston Store, Elder-Beerman, Herberger's, Younkers, and Carson Pirie Scott stores nationwide and Parisian in the Detroit area from July 2008 through November 2008 for about $30. They were made in India.

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

For additional information, contact Bon-Ton toll-free at (866)798-2875 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.bonton.com.

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

June 17, 2009
Wagner Spray Tech is recalling about 300,000 heat guns. An electrical component failure inside the heat guns can cause them to continue to produce heat after the power switch is turned off. This can melt the heat guns plastic exterior, causing a burn if the heat gun is touched and ignite nearby combuAn electrical component failure inside the heat guns can cause them to continue to produce heat after the power switch is turned off. This can melt the heat guns plastic exterior, causing a burn if the heat gun is touched and ignite nearby combustibles, posing fire and burn hazards.

The firm has received nine reports of the heat guns overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

The recalled heat guns emit hot air and are used for paint and flooring removal, defrosting freezers and water lines, bending plastic, hobbies, etc. Recalled models include the Milwaukee Heat Gun MHT3300, ACE HT3500 Heat Gun, and the Wagner Heat Gun HT3500. The heat guns name and model number are located on a black label on the bottom of the heat guns barrel. The heat guns are black or yellow plastic and measure about 10 inches long, 8 inches high and 3 inches wide.

The guns were sold at major and independent hardware and home improvement stores nationwide from November 2004 through April 2009 for about $40. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat guns and contact Wagner for a free replacement product.

For additional information, contact Wagner toll-free at (888) 925-6244 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.wagnerspraytech.com.

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

August 7, 2008
Raw Blue Sportswear is recalled about 5,700 childrens hooded sweatshirts. The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

The Raw Blue hooded sweatshirts were sold in three styles: smack print, kapow print and comic magazine print) and various colors. The sweatshirts have style numbers 7FT5655, 7FT5455, and 7FT5515. Style numbers are printed on the garments sales tag.

The sweatshirts, made in China, were sold at TJ Maxx, Mega Trends, Moonstone Shirts and MP Trading stores nationwide from July 2007 through December 2007 for between $30 and $40.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can return the garment to the place of purchase or Raw Blue Sportswear for a refund.

For additional information, contact Raw Blue Sportwear at (800) 638-1537 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).

January 29, 2009
DDI Inc. is recalling about 3,000 Mega construction play sets. Surface paint on the play sets can contain lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recall involves the 136-piece Mega Construction Play Set (item# 911346) and includes various construction equipment, vehicles, buildings and roads. The play sets are packaged in a black and yellow box with the word 'Builder' printed in the upper left hand corner of the package.

The toys, made in China, were sold at home centers, hardware stores and farm stores nationwide from October 2008 through December 2008 for about $20.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled play sets away from children and contact the firm for a refund of the purchase price.

For additional information, contact DDI at (800) 220-2390 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.ddiretail.com.

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

February 4, 2009
Playland International is recalling about 700 Arch swing sets.

The metal around the weld at the top of the swing frame can fail, causing the top bar to fall, posing a fall and impact hazard to the user or bystanders.

The firm received one report of a child who suffered a head injury as a result of being struck by the top of the bar on the swing.

The recall includes swings sets with a 3.5 inch arch swing frame and a 3.5 inch top metal bar. The recalled swing sets come in red, orange, yellow, blue, tan, white, black , brown, teal, green, fuchsia, burgundy and purple.

The swings, made in the U.S., were sold by Playland International dealers nationwide from September 2001 through May 2006 for between $800 and $2300.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets and contact Playland for instruction on receiving and installing a free repair kit.

For additional information, contact Playland International at (800) 356-4727 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.playland-inc.com.

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

November 4, 2008
King Import Warehouse is recalling about 144 toy xylophones because they contain excessive levels of lead.

This recall involves a miniature toy xylophone with item number KW20119. The toy xylophone measures about 12 inches long by 5 inches wide. It has a lavender frame, a lavender mallet, and four bars which are orange, yellow, green, and white. The item number can be found on the packaging.

The xylophones, made in China, were sold at Dollar Zone 'giant', Sam 99 Cent Store, and 99 Cents Mart in Texas from December 2007 through February 2008 for about $1.

Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and return them to Dollar Zone 'giant', Sam 99 Cent Store, and 99 Cents Mart in Texas for a replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call King Import Warehouse collect at (972) 241-5464 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

February 14, 2008    Spanish
Bassettbaby is recalling its 'Wendy Bellissimo Hidden Hills Collection' drop-side cribs. Spindles on the drop-side of the crib could loosen creating a gap that poses an entrapment and strangulation hazard.

Bassettbaby has received three reports of spindles coming loose. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves a full-size, drop-side crib from the Wendy Bellissimo Hidden Hills collection, model number 5446-0504. The model number is located on the bottom rail of the headboard. The crib was sold in a Navajo Pine finish. No other models are included in this recall.

The cribs were sold at Babies "R" Us stores nationwide from November 2007 through January 2008 for about $400. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the crib immediately and contact Bassettbaby for a free replacement or a full refund. The firm has contacted consumers directly.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Bassettbaby toll-free at (800) 308-7485 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.bassettbaby.com.

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

May 27, 2009
Skywalker Holdings is recalling about 60,000 13-foot trampolines. The straps supporting the top of the trampolines enclosure to the poles can fail. The enclosure could drop if these straps break, posing a risk that a user could fall from the trampoline.

Skywalker Holdings has received at least 250 reports of straps breaking. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the Skywalker Holdings 13-foot Square Trampoline and Enclosure Combo. The unit has blue spring pads, a black net enclosure, and a jumping mat. Skywalker Holdings is printed on a label located under the jumping mat and on the enclosure net.

The trampolines, made in China, were sold at specialty stores and major retailers nationwide and online from January 2007 through February 2009 for between $400 and $600.

Consumers should immediately stop using the trampolines and contact Skywalker Holdings to obtain a free repair kit.

For additional information, contact Skywalker Holdings toll-free at (866) 603-5867 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the companys Web site at www.skywalkertrampolines.com.

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

January 13, 2009
Cheyenne Industries Inc. is recalling about 89,000 Milan vanity stools. The stools can become unstable due to loose screws, which can cause the stool legs to separate or break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Cheyenne has received nine reports of incidents, including seven resulting in minor injuries from the stool legs separating or breaking.

This recall involves the Milan Vanity Stool Model GBS57A. The stools are rectangular benches sitting about 18 inches off the ground, with fabric-covered seat cushions and metal frames. UPC Code 0-50276-85472-2 is printed on the identification tag on the underside of the seat cushion. Only stools using four screws to hold the stool legs to a foot ring are impacted by this recall.

The stools were sold at Bed Bath & Beyond and other retailers nationwide from October 2004 through March 2006 for about $60. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately check the screws on their stools and if the screws are stripped or cannot be tightened, or if a stool leg has broken, consumers should stop using it and contact Cheyenne Industries for a free repair kit. Consumers should not return the stools to the store where purchased.

For additional information, contact Cheyenne Industries at (800) 737-5267 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.cheyennehomefurnishings.com.

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

June 12, 2008
Sara Lynn Togs is recalling about 1,800 pairs of children's overalls, called shortalls.

The buttons on the shoulder straps can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

This recall involves Infant and Toddler Gingham and Flannel Shortalls, which are overalls with short pant legs. They have a collegiate appliqu' or embroidery on the front. Sizes included in the recall are 6/9 month, 12 month, 18 month, 2T, 3T, & 4T.

The itmes were sold at college bookstores, fan stores, children's boutiques, and gift shops nationwide from March 2007 through February 2008. The Gingham Shortall sold for about $35 and the Flannel Shortall sold for about $24. They were made in Peru and China.

Consumers should immediately return the recalled shortalls to Sara Lynn Togs for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Sara Lynn Togs at (800) 426-9377 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.saralynntogs.com

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