Recalls in January 1970

April 10, 2007
SRAM Corp. is recalling about 5,400 bicycle brake caliper sets. The brake calipers could break and detach from the bicycle's fork or frame. This could cause the rider to lose control and crash.

The recall involves the SRAM Force Road Brake Calipers sets sold as aftermarket components. The brake caliper sets have 'SRAM Force' and some have a date or production code embossed on the unit.

The SRAM brake caliper sets may have also been installed on the following makes and models of bicycles: Specialized (S-Works Tarmac SL, S-Works Roubaix); Trek (Project One Madone models); Fuji (Fuji SL1); Scott USA (Addict R3); Bianchi (Bianchi 928 SL); Kuota (Kuota KOM, Kuota KREDO, Kuota KEBEL); Orbea (Orca, Aqua, Loboular, Opal, Arin, Aqua Dama, Dama Race and Diva); Kestrel (Evoke SL/Force, RT700/Force), Titus (Vuelo, Solera) and Sampson (Diablo).

Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide sold individual brake caliper sets from July 2006 through January 2007 for about $270 and bicycles which included these sets through March 2007 for between $3,000 and $7,300.

Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with these brake caliper sets immediately and contact their bicycle retailer for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact SRAM at (800) 346-2928 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.sram.com

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

June 22, 2004
Samara Brothers Inc. is recalling about 30,000 children's swimsuit cover-ups. The zipper pull on the cover-up can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Samara Brothers has received one report of a zipper-pull coming off. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled cover-ups were sold in various colors for boys and girls. Cover-ups were sold separately or as part of a swimsuit set. The cover-ups were sold under the brand names Samara and Carters, in sizes ranging from 3 to 24 months, 2T to 4T and 4X to 6X. On the short-sleeved cover-up are various patches depicting beach and swim-related themes. The name Samara or Carters is printed on the garment-care tag, along with the size.

The cover-ups were sold at department stores and specialty shops nationwide from January 2004 through April 2004 for between $10 and $20.

Consumers should stop using these cover-ups and contact Samara Brothers for instructions on receiving a free repair or replacement cover-up.

Call Samara Brothers toll-free at (866) 448-7758 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email the firm at returns@samara.com.

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

February 7, 2005
Dubbster, a private label of H&M stores, is recalling about 470 Girls Cardigan Sweaters with Faux Fur Trim. The furry trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable.

The recalled cardigan sweaters are black with a black faux fur trim around the wrists, neck and down the front center of the sweater. The sweaters were sold in girls sizes 7Y through 14Y and are made of 100 percent acrylic. Dubbster and RN number 0101255 is printed on the inside neck label of the sweaters.

The sweaters were sold at H&M stores in the northeastern United States from November 2004 through December 2004 for about $20.

Consumers should return the recalled sweaters to any H&M location to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information contact H&M toll-free at (877) 439-6261 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms web site at www.hm.com.

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

October 6, 2005
Panasonic is recalling its PT-D5500U and PT-D5500UL DLP projectors. If the lamp drive circuit touches the shield case, the unit is not grounded, and a person were to contact metal terminals at the back of the unit, there is a potential for electric shock.

Panasonic has received two reports of the lamp drive circuit contacting the shield case. No injuries have been reported.

The recall involves models PT-D5500U and PT-D5500UL, which were sold primarily to commercial users. Units with the following serial numbers may be affected:

SH5120010, SH5169001, SH5169002, SH5169003, SH5169004, SH5169005,
SH5169006, SH5169007, SH5169008, SH5169009, SH5169010, SH5219001,
SH5219003, SH5219004, SH5219005, SH5229001, SH5229003, SH5229004,
SH5229005, SH5239001, SH5239002

Serial numbers are located on the side panel of the unit.

The units were sold by authorized Panasonic dealers between January 2005 and June 2005 for about $10,000.

Customers should stop using the projectors immediately. Panasonic will contact each customer to arrange for a repair and retrofit at no cost to the customer.

Consumer Contact: Call Panasonic toll-free at (888) 411-1996 between 8:30 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).

November 12, 2009
Gander Mountain Co. is recalling about 13,000 hang-on fixed position treestands. The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall to the ground.

Gander Mountain has received two reports of consumers falling while using the treestands: one sustained unspecified injuries and a second person sustained a broken pelvis and broken arm.

Gander Mountain is recalling the 2008 model GMT101 and 2008 model GMT103 Hang-On Fixed Position Treestands. The recalled treestands have wire mesh on the base of the platform to the top of the footrest and a Gander Mountain logo on the front of the seat. In addition, the seat has a camouflage pattern that is branded 'AP' and 'REALTREE'. Model GMT101 has 'Steel Hang-On With Foot Rest' printed in large bold print on the exterior of the box and the GMT103 has 'Large Steel Hang-On With Foot Rest' printed on the exterior of the box. This recall does not affect the 2009 year models GMT101 and GMT103 Hang-On Fixed Position Treestands manufactured by Rivers Edge.

The treestands were sold only at Gander Mountain stores from July 2008 until July 2009. The GMT101 was sold for about $60 and the GMT103 was sold for about $80. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled treestands and return them to Gander Mountain for a refund, exchange for a 2009 model or a store credit.

For additional information, contact Gander Mountain at (888)-542-6337 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m and Saturday and Sunday between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.gandermountain.com.

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

November 17, 2004
Verizon Wireless is recalling about 50,000 LG-branded TM-510 cell phone batteries. Some of the batteries may be counterfeit and susceptible to overcharging, especially if used with a non-LG charger.

The counterfeit batteries do not contain a safety device in the circuitry to prevent overcharging. Thus, the counterfeit batteries can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to users.

Verizon Wireless has received 18 reports of incidents involving counterfeit batteries, including injuries to users and property damage.

The recalled batteries can be found in LG TM-510 model cell phones, have a manufacturer/date code of AEMLLL 02220, AEMMHH 02220, AEMLLL 02X25H or AEMMHH 02725 and were distributed by Verizon Wireless. The manufacturer/date code can be found on the battery, below the words, Model/Modelo or LG. The phones model number appears on the back side of the phone beneath the battery. The cell phones, which come in black or silver, may have the Verizon Wireless name on the front.

The phones were sold at Verizon Wireless retail locations nationwide and on Verizon Wirelesss Web site from April 2001 through December 2002 for between $150 and $200. The batteries were sold from August 2002 to November 2003 for between $40 and $60.

Consumers with a LG TM510 cell phone battery having one of the identified manufacturer/date codes and purchased from Verizon Wireless should stop charging the battery immediately and contact Verizon Wireless to receive a replacement battery. Verizon Wireless is sending letters directly to consumers notifying them of this hazard.

Consumer Contact: Call Verizon Wireless at (800) 922-0204 between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

WASHINGTON, April 23, 2002 -- Horizon Fitness is voluntarily recalling about 5,900 treadmills. A component of the electronic control panel can malfunction, causing the motor and walking belt to rapidly accelerate and the user can lose balance and fall.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), which has received 15 reports of consumers losing their balance and falling off of the treadmill. Injuries include cuts and abrasions.

The models included in the recall are the model year 2000/2001 Paragon, Quantum and Omega treadmills. This recall does not include any 2002 model product, which include the Omega II, Quantum II, Paragon II, and Alpine.

Sporting goods stores, including Total Fitness Solutions, Fitness Warehouse and Play It Again Sports sold these treadmills nationwide from November 2000 through June 2001 for between $699 and $1099.

Consumers should stop using the treadmills immediately and contact Horizon Fitness toll-free at (866) 864-3840 or (888) 993-3199 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday to receive a repair kit and to set up an appointment to receive an in-home repair. Consumers should have their serial number available at the time of the call to determine if their unit is affected.

August 11, 2004
PJ Sleep Shop of Portland, OR, is recalling twin/twin, twin/double and loft bunk beds. The beds have gaps between parts of the upper bunk end structure that violate the federal safety standard because they pose entrapment or strangulation hazards to children.

The recalled models of wooden bunk beds are: Twin/Twin #1000; Twin/Double #2000; and Loft Bunk #3000. There are no model numbers on the bunk beds, but the manufacturers label is located on the inside of the upper bunks end structure.

The Twin/Twin #1000 has top and bottom bunks of equal size. The Twin/Double #2000 has a twin top bunk and a double bottom bunk that is 15 inches wider. The Loft Bunk #3000 has the bottom bunk perpendicular to the top bunk, making an L shape.

The beds were sold at PJ Sleep Shop in Portland, Oregon, and Banner Furniture stores in Portland and Hillsboro, Oregon, between June 1, 2000, and February 29, 2004. Model #1000 sold for about $199, Model #2000 sold for about $325, and Model #3000 sold for about $349.

Consumers should stop using the recalled bunk beds and get a free repair kit from the manufacturer to cover up the entrapment hazards. Consumers can install the repair kit easily at home.

To get a free repair kit, contact PJ Sleep Shop or Banner Furniture (depending upon which dealer sold the bunk bed). Although repair kits are not available on-line, consumers in Oregon and Washington state can call PJ Sleep Shop at (888) 232-5225 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday.

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

August 25, 2005
Hidden Hills Productions, Inc. is recalling its Maptangle World Edition Floor Mat Map Games. The orange paint on the floor mat maps contains excess levels of lead. Lead poisoning is a serious hazard to children and is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation.

The floor map game consists of a 6-foot by 5.5-foot vinyl Maptangle floor mat that has various multicolored geographic locations and landmarks painted on the floor mat and a set of 103 playing cards consisting of corresponding geographic locations and landmarks. The object of the game is for a team of players to locate, and place their feet on all of the landmarks and geographic locations. The game is age-graded for children 7 years and up. This recall pertains only to the floor mat, and does not include any other components of the game. Floor mat map games with manufacture date codes are not subject to this recall.

Educational, book, museum and specialty toy stores nationwide sold these games from February 2005 through June 2005 for about $25.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled game maps, and contact Hidden Hills Productions Inc. for information on returning the recalled maps and receiving a free replacement map or refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact Hidden Hills Productions Inc. at (800) 641-9996 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the companys Web site at http://www.borderlinegames.com.

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

November 23, 2004
Lakewood Engineering is recalling its Lakewood MPH-25 fan-forced mini-personal electric heater. Electrical failure can lead to overheating and melting of plastic parts, creating a fire hazard.

Lakewood is aware of three incidents where the heater failed, causing plastic parts to melt. No injuries have been reported.

The electric heater is a small white plastic heater with these dimensions: 6 x 7 x 3 inches. It has a gray grill and a gray knob. The Lakewood logo appears in gray letters on top of the heater. The model number MPH-25 is embossed or appears on a sticker label on the bottom of the heater.

The heaters were sold by retailers nationwide from August 2001 through November 2004 for about $13 to $15.

Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters, unplug them, and contact Lakewood to get instructions on how to receive a free replacement heater.

Consumer Contact: Call Lakewood at (888) 858-3506 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers can visit the companys Web site at www.lakewoodeng.com.

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

November 21, 2007
Buy-Rite Designs Inc. is recalling 43,000 sets of "Sparkle City" children's metal jewelry. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled charm bracelets have silver-colored star and butterfly charms, and clear and pink beads that hang from a silver-colored chain. The tack pins are silver butterflies or stars with clear and pink beads.

The jewelry was sold at Big Lots stores nationwide from August 2005 through April 2007 for about $1. It was made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return it to the stores, contact Buy-Rite for information on how to receive a refund.

For additional information, contact Buy-Rite at (888) 777-7952 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.buyriteinc.com.

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

December 2, 2004
Target is recalling about 1.2 million Mossimo beaded sandals. The sole of the sandal can become slippery, causing the consumer to fall.

Target has received 15 reports of incidents involving falls. There have been nine injuries reported including injuries to the back, head and wrist, and reports of broken bones and bruising.

The Mossimo thong sandals have beads and shells sewn onto the straps. The sandals were sold in beige or brown suede in sizes ranging from 5 to 10, whole sizes only. Mossimo is engraved on the inner sole, and the size of the sandal is printed on a clear label affixed to the side.

The sandals were sold at Target Stores nationwide from January 2004 through August 2004 for about $10.00.

Consumers should return their sandals to their nearest Target store for a gift card from Target in the amount of a full refund of the purchase price plus applicable state taxes.

For more information consumers can contact Target at (800) 821-8684 between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday and 9:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Saturday, or at the firms web site at www.target.com.

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

July 14, 2004
NETGEAR Inc. is recalling about 53,000 wall plug Ethernet bridge units. The plastic housing on these units can detach, posing a shock hazard.

NETGEAR has received one report from a consumer of a detached casing. No injuries were reported.

The Wall Plug Ethernet Bridge is used to extend internet availability throughout a home or business. It is 2.75 inches high, 3.5 inches wide, and 2 inches thick, with a grayish silver plastic housing. NETGEAR is written on the top of the housing. The plastic housing contains a label with the model number and the serial number on it. The model number is XE102 and the serial numbers are XE12A32LB000001 through XE12A32LB005000 and XE12134LB005021 through XE12143LB053586.

The units were sold at various electronics stores, Web sites, and through the NETGEAR Web site from February 2003 through May 2004 for between $50 and $80.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately. Remove electrical power source to the receptacle and unplug the unit. Contact the company for a free repair kit. The free repair kit when affixed will ensure that the plastic housing will not become loose or separated.

Consumer Contact: Call NETGEAR Inc., toll-free at (800) 303-5507 anytime for a free repair kit. Consumers also can register at the companys Web site www.netgear.com to order a free repair kit.

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

September 9, 2009
About 1,400 children's animal masks and pendants are being recalled by Team Work Trading of Los Angeles. They contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

This recall involves a children's animal mask and four styles of metal pendants. The mask resembles the face of a cat. The pendants have various animated symbols including a dog tag with fire symbol (Bleach), knife and lion symbol (Final Fantasy), Mickey Mouse symbol (Kingdom of Hearts), and a burning sun symbol (Naruto). The pendants were sold with silver-colored chains.

The items, made in China, were sold at gift shop and modeling stores nationwide, and the Team Work Trading store from November 2008 through March 2009 for between $4 and $8.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled items and contact Team Work Trading for a refund or exchange.

For additional information, contact Team Work Trading collect at (213) 680-4489 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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

June 22, 2005
DeWALT is recalling about 3,800 of its Model D55143 Three-Gallon Hand-Carry Oil Free Air Compressor. Due to a wiring insulation defect, the unit may pose a possible shock hazard.

Only DeWALT D55143 three-gallon hand-carry oil free air compressors with the following date codes: 200448, 200453, 200502 through 200505, 200508, and 200509 are included in the recall. The date code is printed on the name plate on the rear air tank of the unit. Units marked with an R on the end cap of the unit are not included in this recall.

The units were sold at home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2005 through April 2005 for about $250.

Consumers should stop using the compressors immediately and contact DeWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection or repair if necessary.

For additional information, contact DeWALT at (866) 397-3228 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.DeWALT.com.

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

May 24, 2005
Summit Marketing LLC is recalling about 2 million childrens folding chairs. The chairs safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Childrens fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and finger tip amputations to childrens fingers.

The firm has received seven reports of the chairs collapsing, resulting in four finger tip amputations, one laceration, and bruises to childrens fingers.

The recalled childrens folding chairs are made of metal tubing with a padded seat. They were sold in red, blue, yellow and green colors either individually or as part of a set consisting of a table and two, four, or six chairs.

Each chair is about 22-inches high, 10-inches wide, and about 11-inches deep. MANUFACTURED BY ZHANGZHOU STEEL TUBE FURNITURE FACTORY is written on a label underneath the seat of the chairs.

The chairs were sold at hardware, discount department, toy, grocery and drug stores nationwide from September 2002 through May 2005 for about $10 individually and for about $45 for a set.

Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately, and contact Summit for instructions on how to receive a repair kit to replace the locking pin.

Consumer Contact: Consumers should call Summit toll-free at (866) 270-6275 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

Home Depot is recalling about 64,000 holiday figurines. Surface paint on the holiday figurines contains lead.

The recalled holiday figurines are painted plastic snowmen and bears. The SKU number is printed on the bottom of the product.

The figurines, made in China, were sold exclusively at The Home Depot stores from October 2007 through November 2007 for between $10 and $20.

Consumers should immediately stop using the holiday figurines and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Home Depot at (800) 394-2064 or visit the firm's Web site at www.homedepot.com.

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

February 18, 2005
Charles Products is recalling about 700 Maui Ocean Center Toddler Drinking Cups. A container inside the cup holds petroleum distillates, which can leak onto the outside of the cup and could come into contact with the user posing a poisoning hazard to children.

CPSC and Charles Products have received one report of the petroleum distillates leaking from the bottom of the cup. No injuries were reported.

The toddler cups are made of clear plastic with two handles and have a blue lid with a spout for young children to drink from. The dome-shaped container inside the cup contains blue and clear liquid, along with two toy dolphins, which appear to be swimming in the liquid. MAUI OCEAN CENTER is written on the side of the cups.

The cups were sold exclusively at the Maui Ocean Center in Wailuku Maui, Hawaii from June 2003 through September 2004 for about $10.

Consumers should immediately take these cups away from young children. Consumers should return the cups to the store where purchased for a refund or contact firm.

For additional information, call Charles Products at (800) 242-7537 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Frida

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

February 10, 2004
Fluorescent Light Bathroom Fixtures distributed by Profess Lighting are being recalled. The lamp holders on the fluorescent lights can overheat, causing the fixture to melt or burn, presenting a fire hazard.

Progress Lighting has received four reports of fixtures overheating and burning, including one report of a fire causing smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves linear light fixtures intended for use in bathrooms. The fixtures were sold in 2-, 3- and 4-foot lengths with a ribbed, plastic lens covering the fluorescent tube. The Progress Lighting catalog numbers are 717430-EBO, 717330-EBO and 717230-EBO. Catalog numbers and manufacturing dates can be found on the UL label located under the plastic lens. Fixtures included in this recall were manufactured from January 1998 through February 2003.

The units were sold at lighting and electrical supply distributors, and home improvement stores by special order from January 1998 through April 2003 for between $225 and $270.

Consumers should contact Progress Lighting for instructions on receiving a free replacement fixture.

Call Progress Lighting toll-free at (800) 447-0573 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.progresslighting.com.

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