Recalls in January 1970

January 24, 2008
RR Donnelley is recalling about 18,000 sets of ESI-R screening materials. Surface paint on the green wooden blocks contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The green wooden blocks are part of the ESI-R Screening Materials, educational materials used by schools to assess young children. The items include 10 green wooden blocks, a plastic yellow car, an 8-ft. white cloth ribbon, 10 black and white printed cards with shapes, a red rubber ball, and a blue plastic button.

The blocks were distributed by Pearson Learning Group to schools, examiners, and educators nationwide via sales representatives, catalogs, and the firm's Web sites from January 2003 through November 2007 for about $23. The materials are part of a larger ESI-R kit that sold for about $120.

The blocks were made in China.

Purchasers should immediately stop using the blocks in the ESI-R Screening Materials. RR Donnelley will provide free replacement materials and instructions for returning the recalled product. RR Donnelley is directly contacting purchasers and posting information on its Web site.

Consumer Contact: : For additional information, contact RR Donnelley toll-free at (888) 988-2940 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.rrdonnelley.com/ESI-R-Recall.

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

April 16, 2008
HSN is recalling about 17,000 Charge-It-All Valets. The power strip located inside the valet has undersized wires, which can pose fire and shock hazards to consumers.

This recall involves the power strips sold with the medium and large Joy Mangano Charge-It-All Valets. The valet is a box with divided compartments that comes with a power strip that allows the user to recharge and organize items such as cell phones, mp3 players, PDAs and cameras in a single location.

The medium valet comes with a 3-receptacle power strip and the large valet comes with a 6-receptacle power strip. The letters J and M are printed in cursive under the valet.

The valets, made in China, were sold by HSN LP, exclusively, from October 2007 through January 2008 for about $50 for the large valet and $40 for the medium valet.

Consumers should immediately stop using the power strip. HSN LP will provide a replacement power strip and an in-store refund of $5. HSN LP will pay for all shipping charges to return the product. HSN is directly contacting consumers with the recalled units.

For additional information, call HSN toll-free at (888) 540-7052 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website at www.hsn.com.

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

Trane Recalls Home Heating and Air Conditioning Units Components

Trane said it is aware of four reports of heaters continually running. No property damage or injuries were reported.

These auxiliary electric heaters were sold as a component in various models of Trane and American Standard brand air handlers for heating and air conditioning systems. The air handler is the indoor component of the consumer's air conditioning or heating system.

The air handler is a painted metal cabinet, which has the Trane or American Standard nameplate on its front. The nameplate provides a list of accessory electric heater model numbers that could be installed in that air handler. The model numbers for the recalled units are BAYHTR1419A and B.

The model numbers for air handlers that may contain the recalled heater units are:

Independent installers of Trane and American Standard equipment sold these accessory heaters nationwide from October 1997 through May 1999 for between $250 and $400.

Consumers should remove any combustible material from around the air handlers with recalled heaters. Consumers with one of these electric heaters should call their local independent Trane or American Standard dealer, listed in your local yellow pages, for a free inspection and repair, if needed. For assistance in locating a local independent dealer, contact Trane at (888) 556-0125 between 7 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. CDT Monday through Friday.

Consumers also can get information on finding a local dealer at the Trane Web site. 

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).

February 9, 2008     Spanish
Netshops is recalling children's table and chair sets because they contain lead paint.

The recalled table and chair sets are natural colored. The table is either round or rectangular, has a shelf under the table and includes two chairs. Model number ALZ024-3 or ALZ023-3 is printed on the packaging.

The tables were sold by Netshops.com from November 2007 through December 2007 for between $100 and $130. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the table and chair set away from children. Netshops is offering consumers a full refund. Netshops has directly contacted consumers who purchased the table and chair

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Netshops toll-free at (866) 558-9485 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site, www.netshops.com.

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

January 19, 2009
Nissan is recalling about 225 Altimas from the 2009 model year. The cars fail to comply with federal regulations regarding side impact protection, because of a faulty weld on the door assembly.

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.

November 2, 2009
Chrysler LLC is recalling several rear-wheel-drive Chrysler and Dodge models because they may been built without a front wheel spindle nut. That could cause a tire-wheel separation when the vehicles were being driven, possibly leading to a crash.

The affected models and model years are:

• CHRYSLER / 300 2009-2010
• DODGE / CHALLENGER 2009
• DODGE / CHARGER 2009-2010
• DODGE / CHALLENGER 2010

Dealers will inspect the tire and wheel assembly and, if necessary, repair the spindle nut installation free of charge.

Owners may contact Chrysler about Recall No. J27 at 1-800-835-14034.

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 27, 2008
Coolibar is recalling about 3,000 Sun Block jackets and hoodies. The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

The recalled jackets and hoodies have a drawstring through the hood. They were sold in children's sizes 2 through 12. The jackets were sold in the following colors: tan, stone, bayou blue, crisp blue, white, berry, and citrus. The hoodies were sold in teal, kiwi, mandarin, aloe green, paprika, hibiscus, smokey blue, white, sherbet, cobalt, and stone.

They were sold at Coolibar's catalog and www.coolibar.com from March 2005 through April 2008 (hoodies) and from February 2008 through April 2008 (jackets) for between $25 and $40. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket or hoodie to eliminate the hazard, or contact the firm for instructions on returning the garment to the firm for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Coolibar Inc. toll-free at (866) 266-5422 between 7:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, and Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, visit the firm's Web site at www.coolibar.com.

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

July 29, 2009
Subaru is recalling about 15,000 Baja vehicles from the 2005-2006 model year. Cracks may develop in the fuel hose connection to the fuel pump, which could cause a fire.

Dealers will replace the fuel pump bracket with a new and stronger part. The recall is expected to begin in September.

Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783.

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 12, 2009
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Blair LLC, of Warren, Pa., have reissued the voluntary recall by Blair of 162,000 women's full length Chenille Robes.

Since the recall was originally announced in April 2009, Blair has received reports of six deaths due to the robes catching fire. Five of the six victims were female, and all five were cooking at the time of the incidents. Three of the victims were in their 80s.

CPSC and Blair announced the recall for the robes after Blair learned of three robes catching on fire, including one report of second-degree burns. Blair was subsequently made aware of the fatalities after the recall was announced and after the company had sent letters of the recall to consumers who purchased the robes.

The Women's Chenille Robes have the following item numbers: 3093111, 3093112, 3093113, 3093114, 3093115, and 3093116. The item number is identified on a label in the garment's neckline.

The robe is a one-piece garment made of plush sculpted chenille, a shaped stand collar, and horizontal chenille front and back yolks and cuffs. It has a full-button front with seven matching button closures, long sleeves with self-cuffs, a straight bottom with self-hem, and two sideseam pockets. The sewn-in label states: "100% Cotton, RN 81700, Made in Pakistan."

The robes were sold in Blair catalogs and Web site, and Blair stores in Warren, Pa., Grove City, Pa., and Wilmington, Del., from January 2003 through March 2009 from about $20 to $40.

CPSC and Blair once again urge consumers to stop wearing the garments immediately and contact Blair LLC for information on returning the robe and to receive a refund or a $50 gift card for Blair merchandise.

Contact Blair toll-free at (877) 392-7095 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, visit the firm's Web site, or contact the firm via e-mail at blairproductrecall@blair.com.

"CPSC urges all consumers to report any incidents or injuries involving consumer products, even after a recall has been announced," said Acting CPSC Chairman Thomas Moore. "Contact the CPSC so that we may help prevent tragic deaths or injuries like those that might be related to the Blair robes.

March 19, 2009

This recall involves the 'Solar System' and the 'DNA' children's educational craft kits sold under the FloraCraft and HYGLOSS brand names. The kits contain green coated wires that measure 14 ' inches long and Styrofoam shapes. The following model numbers are included in this recall. The model number is located on the kit's packaging.

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).

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 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).

March 17, 2009
Mercedes-Benz is recalling about 16,000 M-Class W164 passenger vehicles equipped with the optional power lift gate.

Because of a faulty seal around the rear tail lamp assembly, water may enter the rear compartment containing the spare tire. In time, water contamination could disable the power lift gate motor, which could lead to a fire.

Dealers will replace the seal when the recall begins in April 2009. Owners may contact the company at 1-800-367-6372.

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.

August 23, 2007
About 1,000 Sleepi crib foam mattresses are being recalled. The mattresses are not properly sized, creating a gap, posing an entrapment hazard to young children.

Only oval shaped Sleepi cribs with foam mattresses sold under the following model numbers are the subject of this recall: 660321, 660320, 660301,660305, 660318, 652268, 652269, 652246, 652247 and 652248. The cribs were sold in a variety of colors, including white, walnut, natural, cherry and whitewash. The model number can be found on the packaging and underside of the crib.

The mattresses were sold at juvenile product retailers nationwide and via the Internet from September 2006 through March 2007 for between $750 and $850.

They were manufactured in Italy.

Consumers should stop using the cribs immediately and contact Stokke LLC to receive a free replacement mattress.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Stokke toll-free at (877) 978-6553 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.stokkeusa.com.

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

May 2, 2007
Target is recalling about 5,000 Anima Bamboo Collection games. The toys in the bamboo game sets could contain lead paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

This recall involves Anima-Bamboo Collection Games. The games contain 38 bamboo pads, four ghosts, and one dice. The product's packaging is an orange box with the words 'Anima' and 'BAMBOO Collection Games' are printed on each side.

The games were sold at Target stores nationwide from December 2006 through April 2007 for $10.

Consumers should immediately take the game away from children and return them to the nearest Target store for full refund, including applicable sales tax.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.target.com.

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