Recalls in January 1970

January 29, 2009
L.L. Bean is recalling about 7,000 pairs of "Stabilicer Lite" ice cleats. The elastic harness system attaching the cleats to footwear can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

The firm has received two reports of the harness breaking. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Stabilicers Lite cleats with model number BNX9. The cleats are worn over footwear for traction in winter walking conditions. The recalled cleats were sold in blue, orange, and pink. Black Stabilicers Lite cleats are not included in this recall. The cleats were sold in sizes small through extra large. The name Stabilicers Lite appears in raised letters on the underside of the harness.

The cleats, made in the U.S., were sold at L.L. Bean stores nationwide, LLBean.com and the L.L. Bean catalog from August 2008 through November 2008 for about $20.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cleats and contact L.L. Bean to receive a replacement or refund.

For additional information, contact L.L. Bean at (800) 555-9717 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.llbean.com.

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

May 5, 2009
Volvo is recalling about 12,000 S80 cars from the 2007-2008 model years and XC70s from the 2008 model year.

The diagnostic software in the central electronic module may cause the windshield wipers to malfunction.

Dealers will inspect the module and upgrade the software free of charge. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-458-1552, or via email at customercare@volvoforlife.com about Recall No. R213.

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.

December 11, 2007     Spanish
WEE CHI hairstyling irons are being recalled by Farouk Systems Inc. The iron's 'on/off' switch was installed incorrectly. When the iron is plugged in and switch is in the 'off' position, the iron remains 'on,' which could pose fire and burn hazards.

The recalled hairstyling iron is black and measures 9.5 inches long. 'CHI' is printed on the iron in red lettering. Date code 0306 or 0507 is embossed on the inside of the paddle.

The irons were sold by professional beauty supply distributors and beauty salons nationwide from April 2006 through September 2007 for about $160. They were made in South Korea.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the firm to return the product for a full refund or replacement iron. Farouk Systems is directly notifying all distributors and retailers.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Farouk Systems Inc. at (800) 237-9175 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.farouk.com.

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

September 26, 2007
Childrens Spinning Wheel metal necklaces are being recalled by Rhode Island Novelty because they contain excessive amounts of lead.

The clasp on the necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

This recall involves 30-inch-long link necklaces with a spinning wheel pendant. The wheel pendant, designed to resemble cars spinning tire rim, has rhinestones attached to the front, a silver base and measures 2 -inches in diameter. The item has a clear plastic hang tag with a UPC code of 0 97138 68502 5.

The necklaces were sold at family entertainment centers, redemption centers, and small discount stores nationwide and at www.rinovelty.com from November 2006 through May 2007 for about $2. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased or to Rhode Island Novelty for a free replacement jewelry item.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Rhode Island Novelty at (800) 528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.rinovelty.com.

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

August 23, 2007
About 35,000 Priddy "Trucks" shaker teether books are being recalled by St. Martin's Press, LLC, of New York, N.Y.

Small pieces of the teether can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.

St. Martin's Press has received two reports of children biting off pieces of the teethers. No injuries were reported.

The recalled cloth teether book entitled "trucks" has a yellow dump truck on the front cover on a blue background. Attached to the top of the book is a yellow rattle with a green teether attached on the right side of the rattle and an orange teether attached to the left side of the rattle.

The books were sold at Barnes & Noble and other bookstores and retailers nationwide from January 2006 to June 2007 for about $7. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take these toys away from young children and contact St. Martin's Press for instructions on returning the product for a free replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact St. Martin's Press at (800) 347-9411 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.priddybooks.com/recall.

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

October 17, 2007
Plow & Hearth is recalling about 250 aluminum chimeneas. A design flaw can cause the aluminum on the chimeneas to catch fire or melt under high temperatures, posing fire and burn hazards.

Plow & Hearth has received two reports of the chimeneas aluminum exterior catching fire and burning. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

The chimeneas are outdoor fireplaces that are aluminum, have a removable spark guard, a wrought iron base, and a four-sided screen.

They were sold by Plow & Hearth in its catalog and its Web site from March 2007 through August 2007 for about $250. They were made in Turkey.

Consumers should immediately stop using the chimeneas and contact Plow & Hearth to receive a full refund and a gift certificate. Plow & Hearth is directly contacting consumers who purchased these chimeneas.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Plow & Hearth toll-free at (877) 459-8131, or visit the firms Web site at www.plowhearth.com.

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

November 12, 2009
Gehl Foods is recalling about 115,000 nacho cheese and chili saucer dispeners. The dispenser's fan blade can come into contact with the heater coil, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

The company has received 12 reports of the dispenser's fan blade malfunctioning and coming into contact with the heater coil, including one report of a fire that caused property damage. No injuries have been reported.

This recall includes Gehl Food's commercial nacho cheese and chili sauce dispensers with model numbers HT2-04 Single, HT2-04 Dual, and HT2-03 APS with serial numbers HT2 164500 through HT2 299689. The model and serial numbers are located on the back of the dispensers. 'Gehl's' is printed on the front of the dispensers.

The dispensers were leased to commercial customers nationwide, including concession and food service establishments, from December 2003 through September 2009.

Food establishments and consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nacho cheese and chili sauce dispensers and contact the firm for a free repair by Gehl, or to receive a free repair kit to be installed by the customer.

For more information, contact Gehl Foods toll-free at (877) 440-4008 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firms' Web site at www.gehls.com.

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

October 4, 2007
Dollar General is recalling about 192,000 key chains because they contain high levels of lead.

This recall involves key chains with a coiled cord and a metal charm with one of the following engraved words: "wisdom", "truth", "believe", "love", "hope", or "dream". The key chains were sold on a cardboard tab with floral designs and the words "Metal Keyring" and "$1" on the front.

They were sold at Dollar General stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2007 for about $1. The chains were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take these key chains away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm"s Web site at www.dollargeneral.com.

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

November 7, 2007     Spanish
Schylling Associates is recalling about 1,300 Dizzy Ducks music boxes. Surface paints on the wooden base of the music box contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.

The Dizzy Ducks Music Box is a wind-up music box with ducks that spin as music plays.

The music boxes were sold at specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from March 2007 through October 2007 for about $12. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Schylling at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.schylling.com.

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

September 4, 2007
Fisher-Price is recalling about 90,000 Geo Trax toy locomotives because the paint contains excessive levels of lead.

The recall involves the Geo Trax Freightway Transport and Geo Trax Special Track Pack locomotive toys. These toys are red with yellow paint on the ladder and horn details. The recalled models were manufactured between July 31, 2006 and August 20, 2007 and have a date code between 212-6CK through 325-6CK or 001-7CK through 232-7CK marked on the bottom of the product.

The packaging on the Freightway Transport model is marked H5705 and the packaging on the Special Track Pack model is marked K3013.

The locomotives were sold at retail stores nationwide from September 2006 through August 2007 for between $3 and $16.

They were manufactured in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price. Consumers will need to return the product in order to receive a free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Fisher-Price toll-free at (888) 496-8330 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com.

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

February 23, 2007
Children's Rings sold at Big Lots! stores is being recalled because it contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled rings are silver in color with red paint and a simulated diamond cluster on the top. The ring's packaging is a yellow card with "Claudia Jublot" printed on the front and UPC # "1524100121266045" on the back.

The rings were sold at Big Lots! stores nationwide from October 2004 through January 2006 for about $3.

Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Lari Jewelry Co. toll-free at (866) 524-0024 anytime or visit the Big Lots! Web site at www.biglots.com.

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

March 28, 2007
West Marine inflator pumps are being recalled. They can explode during use, ejecting sharp plastic parts and posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers.

The distributor has received three reports of pumps exploding. One consumer reported lacerations and two fractured ribs. Two other consumers received minor lacerations to the face and chest.

The recalled inflator pump has a blue body with a black handle, hose, and pressure gage. The pump is 5-inches (12.7 cm) high and weighs about 3 pounds. West Marine is printed on a white sticker on the top of the pump housing. A second label contains a "caution" statement along with Ho Lee Co., Ltd. and UL listing information. The manufacturer's model number HB-183BG and the date code 1203 are also on the label.

The pumps were sold at West Marine and BoatU.S. stores and through direct sales nationwide from August 2003 through January 2007 for about $60.

Consumers are asked to return their inflator pump to nearest West Marine or BoatU.S. store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information consumers can contact West Marine or BoatU.S. at (800) 262-8464 anytime or visit the firm's Web site at www.westmarine.com.

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

January 22, 2009
Saris Cycling Group is recalling about 2,000 stationary bicycle trainers. A handle pin can loosen during use, causing the machine to become disengaged, and pose a fall hazard to consumers.

The recalled trainers are a stationary frame that allows bicycles to be converted into stationary bicycles. The recalled models include: CycleOps Pro Series Trainer models 9014 (SuperMagneto Pro), 9331 (JetFluid Pro), 9460 (PowerBeam Pro), 9321 (JetFluid Pro Winter Training Kit), and 9322 (SuperMagneto Pro Winter Training Kit) without the secondary locking pin. The model number and style names are printed on the left side of the main frame of the trainer.

The trainers were sold at independent bicycle retailers nationwide from October 2008 through November 2008 for between about $400 and $1200. They were made in the United States.

Consumers with the recalled bicycle trainers should immediately stop using the product and contact Saris Cycling Group to receive a replacement trainer.

For additional information, contact Saris Cycling Group at (800) 783-7257 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm's Web site at www.cycleops.com.

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

July 17, 2009
Chandra Rugs is recalling its Art Collection leather shag rugs. The rugs fail to meet federal flammability standard, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

The rugs, made in India, were sold at furniture stores nationwide and by Internet retailers from December 2007 through May 2009 for between $280 and $615 (suggested retail price).

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rugs. Consumers should contact Chandra Rugs to schedule a pick-up and to arrange for a store credit or a full refund.

This recall involves Art Collection leather shag rugs. The rugs included in this recall have the following style numbers. The style number can be located on the rugs label.

For additional information, contact Chandra rugs toll-free at (800) 258-6614 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.chandrarugs.com. Consumers can also e-mail the firm at policy@chandrarugs.com

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

March 11, 2009
About 31,000 Style Elements hair dryers sold at Big Lots stores are being recalled. They are not equipped with an immersion protection device to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.

This recall involves Style Elements Cool Shot Turbo hair dryers. The hand-held dryers have a silver body and black handle. Model number 3615T is printed on a label near the on/off switch.

The dryers were sold exclusively at Big Lots stores nationwide from July 2008 through December 2009 for about $12. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the hair dryers and return them to any Big Lots store for a full refund.

Contact: For additional information, contact Big Lots toll-free at (866) 244-5687 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.biglots.com.

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

April 24, 2007
Coby Electronics is recalling about 13,800 USB/MP3/CD boomboxes because of a fire hazard.

When left plugged into an electrical outlet and the off switch is not firmly in place, these boomboxes can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Coby Electronics has received 18 reports of these boomboxes overheating resulting in three reports of minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled Coby boombox is a portable CD/MP3 player with an AM/FM radio. The USB feature allows it to be connected to a computer. The boombox is primarily white with silver-colored speakers. The word COBY is written on the front and DIGITAL is written on the top. The model number, MP-CD475 also is written on the top.

The recalled units have serial numbers, located on the rear of the unit beneath the AC power cord plug-in outlet, in the following range limits:

• 0736000001 through 0736005000
• 0816000001 through 0816005300
• 0826000001 through 0826003500

The boomboxes were sold at discount, toy and office supply stores nationwide from August 2006 through December 2006 for between $20 and $50.

Consumers should unplug these boomboxes immediately, and contact the firm for information on returning the recalled units and receiving a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Coby Electronics Corp. at (800) 524-9219 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.cobyusa.com.

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

March 27, 2007
Radio-controlled model airplanes with lithium polymer batteries are being recalled. The airplanes can overheat while recharging the battery, posing a fire hazard.

Estes-Cox has received nine reports of overheating, including one report of a plane catching fire and resulting in a minor burn injury.

The recall involves Sky Squadron Model 4153 (sold at RadioShack) and Sky Rangers Model 4161 (sold at Wal-Mart) radio controlled airplanes with rechargeable lithium batteries. The airplanes have a wingspan of about 18- to 20-inches and a polystyrene foam fuselage.

Model 4153 is a blue Corsair single engine airplane with a Number 15 decal and a black and blue transmitter/charger. Model 4161 is a red twin engine plane with an all-black transmitter/charger. The model numbers are on the box and instructions.

RadioShack stores nationwide sold the Sky Squadron Airplane from December 2006 through February 2007 for about $35. Wal-Mart stores nationwide sold the Sky Ranger Airplane from January 2007 through February 2007 for about $30.

Consumers with the recalled airplanes should stop using them immediately and contact Estes-Cox for instructions on returning the airplane for a replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Estes-Cox at (800) 576-5811 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.estesrockets.com.

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

December 17, 2009
OKK Trading Inc. is recalling about 22,000 "Action Team" dart gun sets after a child choked to death on one of the darts.

Federal safety regulators said that if a child places the soft, pliable plastic dart in his/her mouth, he/she is likely to choke/aspirate the dart into her/her throat impairing the childs ability to breathe. If the dart is not immediately removed, brain damage or death can occur.

CPSC and OKK Trading said they have received a report of the November 2007 death of an 8-year-old boy in Port Arthur, Texas. The child reportedly was chewing on the toy dart when he inadvertently swallowed it and it became lodged in his throat blocking his ability to breathe.

The ACTION TEAM play set has a toy gun with three soft rubber darts, a S.W.A.T. watch, a baton, walkie-talkie, a whistle, and a badge with a clip and an identification card. The soft, pliable orange plastic darts have a nearly 2 inch long shaft and an approximately inch diameter suction cup. The toy gun is black with an orange nose and trigger and red spring release mechanism. Made in China is printed on one side of the barrel.

The toys were sold at discount department stores nationwide from December 2006 through March 2008 for about $1. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled dart gun sets away from children and contact OKK Trading to return the toy for a $3 bounty. OKK Trading will provide a free postage paid envelope for consumers to return the toy.

For additional information, contact OKK Trading toll-free at (877) 655-8697 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.okktrading.com.

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

July 21, 2009
Buster Brown is recalling about 1.4 million pairs of children's clogs. About 73,000 were recalled in April.

The shoe has decorative wheels that can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. The companies have received two reports of a decorative wheel detaching from the shoe. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the Buster Brown & Co. clog childrens shoes with model or retail numbers listed below. These shoes are a plastic molded EVA water clog and are designed to resemble a car. The shoes are red, brown, blue, yellow, and pink and most shoes bear the words CARS, Transformers Animated, or Barbie. Buster Brown & Co. is printed on the shoe inside at the heel, on a sewn-in tag inside the fleece-lined shoe, and on the original hang tag. The model or retail number can also be found on these tags. The shoes were sold in children sizes 5 to 13 and youth sizes 1-3.

The shoes, made in China, were sold at major retailers nationwide, including Bealls, Famous Footwear, J.C. Penney, Meijer, Rack Room, Sears, Shoe Show, Target, and Wal-Mart from August 2007 through June 2009 for $10 to $25.

Customers should immediately take this product away from children and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Buster Brown & Co. toll-free at (888) 869-1044 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. CT on Saturday, visit the firms website at www.busterbrownshoes.com.

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