Recalls in January 1970

July 22, 2005
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing a Safety Alert to consumers about the recall of Smoked Salmon, Skinless Sliced Sides packaged in various 2 to 4 lb. weight packages because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

The products are sold under the brand names: Imperial Salmon House, Superior brand Norwegian Cure and Golden Eagle Smoked Salmon.

The alert extends to packages produced on June 13th, 2005 and have a shelf life of 3-4 months if maintained in an un-opened frozen state, four days if kept refrigerated.

They are sold in individual 2 to 4 lb. packages labeled as: "Processed by Hickory House, Hialeah, FL 33016", "21555, Product of the USA", "keep frozen until ready to use." The product was sold in Florida, Georgia, New York and Virginia.

Listeria monocytogenes is an organism that can be serious and sometimes cause fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.

Although healthy individuals may suffer only short-term symptoms such as: high fever, severe headache, stiffness, nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea, Listeria infection can cause miscarriages and stillbirths among pregnant women.

If you experience the symptoms listed above, you should contact your health care provider. No illnesses have been reported to date.

The contamination was noted after routine testing by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services revealed the presence of Listeria monocytogenes.

Consumers who have purchased this product are urged to destroy it. Questions may be directed to the recalling firm, Golden Eagle Smoked Foods, Inc., DBA Hickory House, Hialeah, FL 33016 at (305) 512-5900.

February 13, 2008
Karl Kani hooded sweatshirts with drawstring are being recalled because they present a strangulation hazard.

Karl Kani boys full-zip fleece hoody sweatshirts with model numbers MB7808, MB7809, MB7810, MB7812. The model numbers were printed on the original hang tag. The words 'Kani Polo' are printed on the sweatshirt neck tag. The sweatshirts were sold in various colors including, blue, gray, black, red and brown in boy's sizes small (8-10) and medium (12-14).

The sweatshirts were sold at A&E Store, DD Discount, Forman Mills, The Marmaxx Groups, and Suit Mart stores nationwide from July 2007 through October 2007 for about $50. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard and or contact Siegfried & Parzifal for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Siegfried & Parzifal Inc. toll-free at (866) 268-2868 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).

November 22, 2005
International Playthings Inc. is recalling about 1,900 Viking Chubbies Toy Cars. The heads on the figures sold with the cars can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

This recall involves Viking Chubbies 10-inch toy sedans sold with two figurines. The multi-colored toys are made of plastic. The toy figurines measure about 3-inches tall. Viking Toys, Sweden and Made in Thailand are printed on the bottom of the car.

The toys were sold at specialty toy stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2005 for about $14.

Consumers should contact International Playthings for information on returning the product for a free replacement item of similar value.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.intplay.com.

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

July 3, 2008
Bead Bazaar USA is recalling about 13,000 sets of Its a Girl Thing Bracelets, Necklaces, and Phone Charms.

The childrens jewelry could contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

This recall involves Its a Girl Thing metal necklaces, bracelets, and phone charms. The jewelry features a variety of charms including flowers, shoes, letters and butterflies. Its a Girl Thing is printed on the packaging along with the UPC numbers 633870018419 (bracelet), 633870018426 (necklace), and 633870018433 (phone charm).

The jewelry, made in China, was sold at retailers nationwide from February 2006 through June 2008 for about $6.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Bead Bazaar USA at (800) 838-1769 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the companys Web site at www.beadkit.com

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

Automakers recall older model trucks, SUVs Ford to fix nearly 4 million; Toyota calls back 978,000 CLICK HERE DETROIT (Reuters) -- Ford Motor Co. on Wednesday said it was recalling nearly 4 million pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles in the United States because of a faulty speed control deactivation switch that may cause underhood fires. Separately, Toyota Motor Corp. said it was recalling 978,000 pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles sold on the U.S. market because a steering relay rod on the vehicles may fracture, causing a loss of control. The estimated 3.8 million Ford vehicles affected by the recall are from the 1994-2002 model years and include the Ford F-150 pickup as well as the Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator and Ford Bronco SUVs, the second-largest U.S. automaker said. Ford spokeswoman Kristen Kinley said the recall is the fourth largest in Ford's history. Ford said the brake fluid in the recalled vehicles may leak through the speed control deactivation switch into the speed control system electrical components, potentially corroding them and leading to fires. The automaker said it will install a fused wiring harness between the switch and the speed control mechanism of the affected vehicles to act as a circuit breaker, eliminating the electrical current to the switch. The second-largest U.S. automaker in January recalled about 792,000 pickup trucks and SUVs for a similar problem involving the speed control switch. The recall involved some of Ford's biggest money-makers from 2000 model-year F-150 pickup trucks, Expedition and Navigator SUVs and 2001 model-year F-Series Supercrew pickup trucks equipped with cruise control. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has been investigating the recalled Ford vehicles since early this year after the safety agency received about 68 complaints of fires from customers. Toyota vehicles affected by its recall are from the 1989-1996 model years and include power-steering equipped 4Runner sport utility vehicles and compact pickups and T-100 pickups, Toyota said. Toyota spokesman Sam Butto said no accidents or injuries had been reported due to the potentially faulty steering compon

August 24, 2008
Gemini DJ Power Light Modules are being recalled. Internal wiring in the modules circuit boards is incorrectly installed, posing a risk of an electrical fire and burn hazards to consumers.

This recall involves Gemini brand power light modules used in DJ rack systems. Models included in this recall are PL-01 and Pl-02. The model numbers are printed on the front of the module, near the power switch. Models included in this recall have an ETL logo on the back panel.

The modules were sold by professional audio stores and dealers nationwide between July 2004 and September 2007 for about $130. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power light modules and contact GCI Technologies to request a repair or replacement.

For more information, contact GCI Technologies toll-free at (866) 449-1200 between 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firms Web site at www.geminidj.com.

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

WASHINGTON, July 19, 2002 -- Wal-Mart Stores is recalling about 60,000 Red Devil gas grills sold at Wal-Mart. About 155,000 of these grills were manufactured by e4L Inc., of Encino, Calif., and Quantum North America Inc., of Encino, Calif. Because the manufacturer is out of business, CPSC issued a warning about these grills in May 2002.

The product's design allows consumers to light the grill at an air intake tube, instead of at the burner. Though the grill appears to function normally, gas inside the air intake tube ignites. The tube can reach temperatures of up to 750 degrees Fahrenheit and present a burn hazard to consumers. In some earlier grills, the heat produced by lighting the grill at the air intake tube damaged the plastic support piece and caused the grill to fall to the ground. When it collapses, flames from the grill can burn nearby consumers and ignite surrounding combustibles.

There have been 44 reports of consumers suffering burns to legs, hands and fingers, including reports of some third degree burns, after the grills collapsed during use. More than 1,000 consumers returned their grills to the manufacturer because the grills collapsed. There have been no reports of incidents or injuries involving these grills sold by Wal-Mart.

These red metal gas grills have a tripod stand. They have a logo on the label of the lid and grill base showing a devil cooking at a grill with the writing, "Red Devil." The lid also reads "The Portable Outdoor Kitchen." The black plastic base, above the tripod, reads "QUANTUM HOMEWARES." Components sold with the grill include a heat plate, an oversized skillet with handles, a table-safe serving trivet, and carrying totes. They were manufactured in Hong Kong.

Quantum and e4L sold these grills directly to consumers through television infomercials from about May 1998 through January 1999 for about $160. This recall only includes grills sold at Wal-Mart.

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

CPSC sued e4L Inc. and Quantum North America Inc. to obtain a recall, and an administrative law judge granted CPSC a default judgment when these manufacturers failed to appear. The firms are liquidating their assets under bankruptcy law.

Both the Home Shopping Network (HSN) and QVC previously notified their customers directly about the hazard these grills pose, and provided a remedy. Since Quantum and e4L have declared bankruptcy, there is no remedy available for grill bought from retailers other than HSN, QVC and Wal-Mart.

CPSC urges consumers to stop using these grills immediately. Consumers who purchased Red Devil gas grills from Wal-Mart can return them to the store for a refund. For more information, consumers can call Wal-Mart Customer Service at (800) WALMART anytime, or visit Wal-Mart's web site at www.walmart.com.

Consumers who purchased their Red Devil Gas Grills from a retailer other than Wal-Mart should contact the retailer. If that retailer does not provide a refund, repair or replacement for the grill, consumers should contact CPSC at (800) 638-2772 anytime. Additionally, consumers who are aware of any incidents with these grills or who want additional information also should contact CPSC.

About 19,300 of these grills, sold directly by e4L, were recalled in July 1998 because the burners could disconnect from the burner pan. The firm received 21 reports of the burners on these grills disconnecting and one consumer suffered burns. Even if consumers participated in this previous recall program, they should stop using these grills since this warning addresses a different hazard.

August 28, 2008
Orioxi International Corp. is recalling about 43,000 "Shirt Off My Back" hooded sweatshirts and jackets. The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

The recalled garments were sold in childrens sizes small, medium and large in the following colors: white, ivory, red, black, navy, brown, green, charcoal, blue, and pink. BAC is printed on the sewn-in tag on some of the garments. Breckenridge, Keystone, Jackson Hole, Vail, Steamboat, and Mackinac Island is printed on the front of the garments.

They were sold at Shirt off My Back retail stores located in Colorado, Wyoming, and Michigan from September 2005 through May 2008 for between $20 and $30. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumer can return the garments to the place of purchase for a refund.

For additional information, contact Outfitter Trading Company at (800) 875-4352 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.shirtoffmyback.com.

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

June 6, 2005
Mine Safety Appliainces Co. (MSA) is recalling about 783 Redpoint and Auto-Belay Descenders. This product, which assists wall climbers during descent, has a faulty bearing that can cause the brakes to fail. When this occurs, wall climbers risk rapid descent with no braking capability.

MSA has received three reports of Redpoint Descenders brakes failing. One fall resulted in a cracked vertebra. Other injuries include bruised ribs and a sprained ankle.

Two types of descenders, which are used in recreational wall climbing, are included in this recall: Redpoint and Auto-Belay descenders.

The descenders consist of a round metal housing into which a retractable red strap (Redpoint) or steel cable (Auto-Belay) is coiled. The front of each descenders round metal housing includes a red label (Redpoint) or green label (Auto-Belay) with the name of the product. A label on the back of the products housing includes the descenders date of manufacture, last service date, and product number.

Redpoint Descenders are identified with product numbers 10024873, 10027646 or 10027798. Auto-Belay Descenders are identified with the product number 10021806. Redpoint Descenders manufactured or serviced from August 27, 2004 through April 6, 2005 are included in the recall. Auto-Belay Descenders serviced from August 27, 2004 through April 6, 2005 are included in the recall.

The units sold for about $2,000.

Consumers should stop using the descenders immediately and contact MSA to schedule a free repair of the product.

Consumer Contact: Contact MSA at (800) 672-2222 anytime or visit the firms Web site at www.MSAnet.com.

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

May 18, 2005
Toyota is recalling 790,000 trucks and sport utility vehicles due to problems with the front suspension.

The recall is one of the largest in Toyota history though company officials were unable to say where the recall ranks in terms of the number of cars involved.

There have been two minor accidents relating to the mechanical defect but no injuries have been reported, according to Toyota spokeswoman Allison Takahashi.

The recall covers 2001-2004 model year Tacoma trucks, 2001-2002 4Runners and 2002-2004 models of both the Tundra and Sequoia. The problem relates to a defect in a ball joint, which could make it more difficult for drivers to steer the vehicle.

Toyota said the recall will likely affect vehicles in Japan and some other countries but didn't give an overall target.

Vehicle owners will be notified by mail beginning in late June.

April 29, 2008    
Nintendo is recalling about 71,000 character-themed lapel pins because they contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled lapel pins have images depicting 12 video game characters. The lapel pins vary in size, ranging from 1- to 2- inches in height. The characters Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong, Kirby, Mario, Mario Kart, Pikachu, Princess Peach, Samus, Starfox, Waluigi and Wario were sold individually. Mario, Princess Peach and Samus were also sold as a set.

The pins were sold at Nintendo stores in Redmond, Washington and New York, NY between April 2004 and November 2007 for between $1.50 and $4. The recalled lapel pins were also distributed to employees at electronics and game stores nationwide from April 2004 through November 2007. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop wearing the lapel pins and contact Nintendo to receive a free replacement lapel pin.

For more information, consumers can contact Nintendo at (800) 431-0971 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.nintendo.com.

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

May 22, 2008
Early Childhood Resources LLC is recalling about 900 Sure Grip paint brushes. Surface paint on the handle of the yellow paint brushes contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The paint brushes were sold in multi-color packages of four. Only the yellow brushes are included in the recall. The paint brushes have a rounded cylinder body with tan bristle tip brushes and measure about 4 inches in height.

They were made in China and sold by Early Childhood Resource distributors, including teacher supply stores nationwide from May 2007 through December 2007 for about $4.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled paint brushes and contact Early Childhood resources to receive a free replacement product.

For additional information, contact Early Childhood Resources (888) 227-9028 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ecr4kids.com.

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

January 13, 2005
Flow International is recalling about 6,000 of its 2004 Flow MK Series snowboard bindings. The pin used to secure the rear snaplock lever to the bindings can bend or break.

Flow International has received 40 reports of the pins bending or breaking. No injuries have been reported.

This recall includes 2004 Flow MK series snowboard bindings with model numbers MK03, MK04, MK05 and MK110. The bindings affected by this recall can be identified by the shape of the rear lock lever and the cable adjustment wheel on the side of the baseplate (as shown in the photos below). No other bindings are included in this recall.

The bindings were sold at Snowboard shops nationwide including Gart Sports/TSA and REI from July 2004 through December 2004 for between $150 and $170.

Consumers should stop using the bindings and return them a Flow dealer to receive a free replacement axle pin used to secure the rear snaplock lever. Consumers also can contact Flow International to have a repair kit with instructions sent by mail.

Consumer Contact: Consumers should contact a Flow Dealer for repair and information. For additional information, call Flow International at (800) 691-7611 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.flow.com.

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

February 18, 2009
BowTech Archery is recalling about 8,000 "The General" compound bows. The ends of the bow's limbs can unexpectedly break during use and send fragments of the bow in the direction of the user or bystanders, posing a risk of injury.

The firm has received 255 reports of the bow's limbs breaking, including 11 reports of lacerations, abrasions, or contusions when pieces from the breaking bow struck the user.

This recall involves the 'The General' compound bows hunting and target models with draw weights of 60 and 70 pounds that do not have a collet (see illustration below) in the limb. The bows measure about 31 inches long and have draw lengths of 26-30 inches. Hunting models were sold in real tree and mossy oak camouflage patterns. Target models were sold in gray, black, and wood-grain. The bows have laminated wood grips engraved with the word 'BowTech' and a label with 'The General' on the center pivot point of the bottom limb.

The bows, made in the United States, were sold at authorized BowTech Dealers nationwide from September 2007 through July 2008 for about $800.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bows and contact their dealer to schedule a free repair.

For more information, contact BowTech Archery at (888) 689-1289 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.bowtecharchery.com.

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

March 24, 2009
MERCEDES BENZ / S CLASS 2009 Manufacturer: MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC. Mfr's Report Date: MAR 06, 2009 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V081000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES Potential Number of Units Affected: 54 Summary: MERCEDES BENZ IS RECALLING 54 MY 2009 S-CLASS, W221 VEHICLES. DUE TO PART NUMBER LABEL OF THE DOOR LOCKS IT COULD BE THAT THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LOCKS WERE INTERCHANGED DURING PRODUCTION. THE EXCHANGE OF A FRONT AND A REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LOCK WOULD RESULT IN A PASSENGER SIDE DOOR THAT CANNOT BE OPENED BY MERELY PULLING ON THE INTERIOR HANDLE AND A REAR DOOR LOCK THAT CAN BE OPENED WITH A SIMPLE PULL OF THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE EVEN IF LOCKED. Consequence: THIS SITUATION COULD AFFECT THE SAFE EXITING OF A VEHICLE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH OR PROTECTION OF CHILDREN FROM INADVERTENT OPENING OF THE REAR DOOR. Remedy: DEALERS WILL CHECK THE PART NUMBER ON ALL DOOR LOCKS AND REPLACE ANY INCORRECTLY INSTALLED DOOR LOCK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN MARCH 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MERCEDES BENZ AT 1-800-367-6372. Notes: MERCEDES BENZ RECALL NO. 2009030001. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .

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.

February 16, 2007
Currey & Company is rcalling about 2,600 Thomasville table and floor lamps. The lamps' light socket has a defect, which poses electrical shock and fire hazards.

Currey & Company has received six reports of lamps tripping circuits and sparking or catching on fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

This recall involves Thomasville table and floor lamps in the Felicity Collection. The recalled table lamps include model numbers starting with 60001 and ending with 1006, 1007, 1008, 1009, 1010, 1011, 1012, 1013, 1014, 1015, 1018, 1019 and 1020. The floor lamps include model numbers starting with 60001 and ending with 1016 or 1017. The model number is printed on the packaging and on the bottom of the lamp base.

The lamps were sold at Thomasville Furniture dealers nationwide from August 2006 through October 2006. The table lamps were sold for between $240 and $380. The floor lamps were sold for about $370.

Consumers should stop using the lamps immediately and return them to the retailer where purchased to receive a free replacement lamp.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact Currey & Company toll-free at (866) 577-6430 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the companys Web site at www.curreyco.com.

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

May 22, 2008
American Scientific is recalling about 87,000 magnets. Surface paint on the magnets can contain high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves horseshoe, rectangular bar and U-shaped magnets sold primarily to schools for use in science classes. The magnets have red and blue paint on the surface of the magnet. Item numbers included in the recall are:

The item numbers are located on the product's packaging.

The magnets, made in India, were sold at independent distributors nationwide from October 2006 through February 2008 for between $1 and $4.

Consumers should immediately stop using these products and contact American Scientific to receive a free replacement.

For additional information, contact American Scientific toll-free at (866) 518-1665 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, e-mail the firm at recall@american-scientific.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.american-scientific.com.

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

January 31, 2008
Battery chargers for LL Bean air beds are being recalled. The batteries in the car charging unit can overheat when the car engine is running, causing the battery charging unit to burst. This can pose an injury hazard to consumers.

There has been one report of the batteries in the car charging unit overheating and the unit bursting. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

This recall involves the car charging units included with L.L. Bean Raised Insta-Beds with Wenzel model numbers 822628 and 822629. These model numbers correspond to LL Bean catalog number 55780. The model number can be found on the product packaging. The car charging units are connected to the cigarette lighter outlet found in most cars.

The units, made in China, were sold at L.L. Bean stores nationwide and catalog from June 2007 through August 2007 for about $150.

Consumers should stop using the car charging unit immediately and contact L.L. Bean for instructions on how to obtain a free replacement car charging unit. Only the charger units supplied with this product should be used. Using an alternative charger could result in physical injury and/or product damage.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers should contact L.L. Bean at (800) 555-9717 anytime or visit the company's Web site at www.llbean.com.

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