Recalls in January 1970

July 19, 2006
Style Tronics Inc. is recalling about 19,000 of its Monica and Turbo 1200 hand-held hair dryers. The dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection plug to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water. Such electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers.

The recall involves two models of pistol-type hair dryers: The Monica hair dryer has its model name and number, SW-117, written on the handle. It is made of black plastic and chrome, and the handle folds up. The Turbo 1200 model has model number DS-507 written on the back of the handle. The model name is written on the blower nozzle. They are green and white and green.

The dryers were sold at independent discount stores nationwide from April 2004 through June 2005 for between $3 and $5.

Consumers should stop using these hair dryers, and contact Style Tronics Inc. for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Style Tronics Inc. toll-free at (888) 266-9272 between 10 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).

February 24, 2009
Air Venturi is recalling model 9095 Sam Yang .45 caliber air rifles shipped after July 1, 2008. The safety can fail, causing the rifle to unexpectedly fire. This poses a serious injury hazard to consumers.

The precharged pneumatic air rifles were sold by Air Venturi and Pyramyd Air, Airgun Depot, and Cobra Airguns from July 2008 through September 2008 for about $550. They were made in South Korea.

Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air for a free repair. Shipping boxes and postage will be provided. All known users have been contacted. If you have not received direct communication from Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air, your rifle is not at issue.

For additional information, contact Air Venturi or Pyramyd Air collect at (216) 292-2570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.airventuri.com.

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

July 6, 2006
Lexar is recalling some of its "JumpDrive" FireFly and 1GB Secure II computer storage units. The recalled units could overheat, posing a risk of burns to consumers and property damage.

No incidents or injuries have been reported.

The recalled drives are high-speed flash drives used to store, transfer and carry data from one computer to another.

This recall only includes Lexar JumpDrive FireFly which is sold in various colors, and Lexar JumpDrive Secure II 1GB which has a metallic silver housing. "Lexar" is embossed on the front of the plastic housing and the capacity is marked on the back. The part number is located on the FireFly's packaging, and on the back of the Secure II 1GB drive.

The recalled JumpDrive Firefly drives were sold at discount department, office supply, and electronics stores, and by Web retailers, including www.lexar.com, between April and May 2006 for between $30 and $110. The recalled JumpDrive Secure II 1GB drive was sold exclusively at Fry's Electronics in May 2006 for about $80.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled JumpDrive Firefly and Secure II devices and contact Lexar to receive a free replacement product.

For additional information, contact Lexar at (800) 248-2798 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.lexar.com.

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

May 13, 2009
Ford is recalling about 8,700 F-150 pickup trucks from the 2009 model year.

The brake stop light switch may be improperly adjusted, which could cause the brake lights to fail to illuminate.

Dealers will inspect and reinstall the switch.

Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 or ownerconnection.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.

December 10, 2009
Simon & Schuster is recalling more than 140,000 "Monday the Bullfrog" plush books. The plastic eye on the frog can detach, which may pose a choking hazard to young children.

Simon & Schuster has received reports of three plastic eyes that detached after use and one unit that was packaged with a detached eye. No injuries have been reported.

"Monday the Bullfrog" is a plush puppet bullfrog with a board book attached to the frogs mouth. It was sold in clear plastic packaging, and the book is marked with ISBN numbers 10: 1416912312 and 13: 9781416912316 printed inside the mouth of the bullfrog.

The books were sold by Bookstores and retailers nationwide and online from January 2006 through November 2009 for about $18. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately place the product out of a childs reach and contact Simon & Schuster for a free replacement product.

For more information, call Simon & Schuster at (800) 732-9531 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at kids.simonandschuster.com.

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

May 10, 2006
Liz Claiborne Juicy Couture Children's Jewelry 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 bracelets and necklaces are gold or silver with charms. The charms include a yellow painted metal shirt with Viva La Juicy printed on the front, a cheerleader's megaphone with the word Juicy, a green heart with Juicy Couture, a black dog, the letter J, and a purple flower.

The jewelry is sold in a pink box with Juicy Couture and Made with Love G&P printed on the top. Style numbers YJRU0722, YJRU0723, YJR0724 and YJRU0538 are included in this recall. The style number is printed on a white sticker on the bottom of the pink jewelry box.

The jewelry was sold at department stores nationwide from September 2005 through April 2006 for about $95.

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

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (866) 879-7877 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, seven days a week, or visit the firm's Web site at www.juicycouture.com/recall.

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

April 20, 2006
About 290,000 emergency smoke hoods are being recalled because they could expose the user to harmful carbon monoxide which could seriously compromise the user's ability to escape a fire.

The recall affects the EVAC-U8 and EVAC+ Emergency Escape Smoke Hoods manufactured by Brookdale International Systems Inc., a DuPont subsidiary.

These smoke hoods are one-time use respiratory devices that assist users with breathing while escaping a fire. They include a transparent plastic hood that covers the user?s head, and a canister that filters out toxic gases. "EVAC+" or "EVAC-U8" is printed on the canister.

The hoods were sold at Web sites, safety products retailers, catalogs, and travel stores from September 2000 through March 2006 for about $75 for the EVAC-U8 and about $150 for the EVAC+.

Consumers should stop using the smoke hood devices immediately and contact Brookdale for a prorated refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact the firm's recall hotline at (866) 823-4416 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.evacsafety.com.

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

November 16, 2005
Ford Motor Co. is recalling nearly 226,000 vehicles in the United States and Canada, including the new Ford Five Hundred sedan and Freestyle wagon, because of a fire risk.

Vehicles involved in the recall are from the 2005 model year and include the Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car, Mercury Grand Marquis and Montego sedans.

Ford is recalling 127,493 Ford Five Hundred and Mercury Montego sedans and Freestyle wagons because the straps that secure the fuel tank to the vehicle body may break, causing the fuel tank and fuel tank heat shield to drop onto the driveshaft or exhaust system, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

NHTSA reports the problem could cause a fuel leak and result in a fire in the Ford vehicles.

Ford is also recalling 98,444 Crown Victoria, Lincoln Town Car and Mercury Grand Marquis sedans because on certain vehicles the battery cable may scrape on an attaching bolt and could lead to a fire.

Today's notice follows the recent high-profile recall of some of Ford's best-selling pickup trucks and SUVs. Ford recalled nearly 4 million vehicles in September because of the risk of engine fires.

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

March 25, 2005
Dollar Tree Stores is recalling about 147,000 "Toy Tunes" electronic musical toys. The ball on the end of the drumstick sold with these toys can break off during use, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The recall includes two styles of battery-operated, electronic musical toys. The multi-colored toys come in the shape of a drum and a xylophone, and are sold with a drumstick for playing the musical toy.

The recalled toys have a label affixed to the top of the package that reads LIGHT & SOUND MUSICAL TOY and TOY TUNES. A second label affixed to the bottom right of the package reads TRY ME! The label affixed on the back of the package contains, DOLLAR TREE DIST., CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320 and MADE IN CHINA.

The toys were sold at Dollar Tree, Only $1, and Dollar Bills stores nationwide from March 2004 through January 2005 for $1.

Consumers should take these toys away from young children immediately, and return the recalled toys to the store where purchased for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at (800) 876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company Web site at www.dollartree.com.

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

June 29, 2005
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling about 5,800 Cameron toy chests. A problem with the lid support on the toy chest could cause the lid not to stay open, posing the risk of an impact injury to a childs head, fingers or hands. Chesapeake outdoor chests are also being recalled.

This recall includes the Cameron toy chest in model numbers 4825378 (Honey), 6252852 (Espresso) and 4825386 (White). The product name and model number is located on a label affixed to the back of the toy chest. Inside the lid of the toy chest is a blackboard and an extra storage shelf. The toy chests are made of American hardwood frame with veneer panels and measure 40 x 18 x 20 high.

The toy chests were sold at Pottery Barn Kids Web site, catalog and retail stores nationwide from December 2003 through April 2005 for $349.

Consumers should immediately stop young children from using these toy chests and contact Pottery Barn Kids to determine if their toy chest lid support needs replacement. Pottery Barn Kids will provide consumers with a free lid support replacement kit.

Consumer Contact: Contact Pottery Barn Kids at (800) 699-0449 between 7 a.m. and 12 midnight daily or visit the firms Web site at www.potterybarnkids.com.

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

May 11, 2005
Midwest Folding Products is recalling optional guard rails on its standing choral risers.

Choral risers equipped with an optional guard rail can tip over under certain loading conditions, which poses a risk of injury to choir members and those nearby.

Midwest Folding Products is aware of one incident where a set of guard rail equipped risers tipped over, causing a minor injury to one child.

The product is a guard rail that attaches to the top level of a standing choral riser set with three tiered levels of horizontal platforms on which individuals stand. The recall includes Optional Guard Rails (model numbers GRU30, 36 and 48) installed on Standing Choral Risers (model numbers TRP3C and SRP3C). Risers without guard rails are not included in this recall.

The risers were sold by distributors and by direct sale nationwide from 1986 through November 2004.

Owners of the choral riser sets with optional guard rails should stop using the risers immediately. They will be contacted directly by the Midwest Folding Products, Inc. and provided with information about how to obtain a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Midwest Folding Products at (800) 621-4716 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, or contact through Web site at www.Midwestfolding.com.

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

June 18, 2009
"18 Kick" body boards are being recalled. The green surface coating of the screened logo "Big Lizard" body boards on the underside of the body board contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves the 18 Kick Body Board. The boards have various designs on the front including peace signs, white hibiscus, or yellow smiley face. A green lizard and "Big Lizard body boards" are printed on the underside in green.

The boards, made in China, were sold at Beachwear Outlet, Bargain Beachwear, Beach Village Inc., FJ Health & Beauty, Mor USA Inc., Shipwreck-Ocean Jewels, Walmart and Wilcor International Inc. from January 2009 through May 2009 for about $4.

Consumers should take the recalled body boards away from children immediately and return them to place of purchase or contact JGR Copa for a full refund.

For additional information, call JGR Copa at (800) 345-4408 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.jgrcopa.com.

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

August 4, 2009
Spalding is recalling about 1,700 in-ground basketball hoops. The bolts at the base can fail, causing the unit to fall, possibly striking bystanders.

This recall involves Spalding in-ground basketball hoops with a supporting pole and a clear backboard. The following models are included in the recall:

The hoops were sold at MC Sports, Academy Sports, Dunhams Sports and other sporting goods stores nationwide for between $600 and $1,700. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the recalled basketball hoops immediately and contact Russell Brands for instructions on receiving free replacement bolts. If the product is installed in concrete, the firm will arrange for free deinstallation, repair and reinstallation of the product at the consumers home.

For additional information, contact Russell Brands at (800) 431-5827 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.spalding.com.

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

March 25, 2009
MM Compound LLC is recalling about 2,200 hooded fleece sweatshirts. The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

The boys hooded fleece sweatshirts have style number M47610315 and style name ID printed along with the RN# 120953 located on the country of origin and care label sewn in the center back neck and were sold in sizes S-XL. The sweatshirts were sold in two colors black and white.

The sweatshirts, made in China, were sold nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $50 by the following retailers: Action Sports, Arrow Motorsports, Beaverton Honda Yamaha, Blue Beach Boardshop, California Motorsport Center, Chamber, City Trendz, Cycle Gear, Dead Sailor, Enduro Trgovina in Storitve, For Kids Only/FKO, Fox Racing Inc., Fritz Clothing, Graffiti Skate Shop, Gromitz, Jernigans Inc.DBA Yellow Mart, Loserkids Inc., Metal Mulisha Web Site, Monkeez (Skate & Surf), Novakane, Ocelot Engineering Inc, Ontario Beach Wear Inc. Renton Motorcycles, Riders Outlet, Rooney Inc., SC Rider Supply, Sea Barn, Seidner Enterprises Inc. Skin Retail, Steves ATV Service Inc., Thorsen Motorsports, Threads Clothing Store, Tillys/World of Jeans & tops, TJX Companies/Marshalls, Underground Clothing*NSF8/8/07, Valley Skate & Surf, Wicked Wear and Gear, Xtreme Sportsear, and Zappos.com

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to MM Compound for a full refund.

For additional information contact firm name toll-free at (877)-685-4742 between 8 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).

March 4, 2005
J.C. Penney is recalling nearly 60,000 infant and toddler sweaters. The zipper-pull mechanism can detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to children.

Being recalled are "Arizona" Boys Zip-Up Cardigan Sweaters -- 42,000 toddler-size and 15,000 infant size. J.C. Penney has received one report of a toddler removing the zipper-pull mechanism and placing it in his mouth. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled sweaters were sold in toddler sizes (2T to 5T) and infant sizes (12M to 24M) in colors red barn and navy. The sweaters have an Arizona Jean Company tag sewn in the neckline and include RN Number 93677 and Made in Israel.

The sweaters were sold at J.C. Penney stores nationwide from September 2004 through January 2005 for $15 (infant) and $17 (toddler).

Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters immediately and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the firms Web site at www.jcpenney.com.

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

April 2, 2009
Horizon Hobby is recalling about 15,000 radio transmitters for model aircraft. The defective transmitters can cause model airplanes and helicopters they control to fall from the sky while in flight and crash into bystanders or property. The propellers can also spin unexpectedly injuring a person standing too close or working on the aircraft.

Horizon Hobby is aware of two injuries that resulted in multiple cuts to the hands.

The recalled Spektrum DX6i radio transmitters are used to control model airplanes and helicopters. Spektrum DX6i is printed on the front of the transmitters. The transmitters were sold individually or as part of three different ready-to-fly model aircraft. Item numbers and product date codes included in this recall are listed below. The item number is located on the products packaging. The date code is located on a label inside the transmitters battery compartment or on the underside of the battery compartment door.

The transmitters, made in China, were sold by independently-owned model and hobby shops from July 2008 through January 2009 for about $200 for the transmitter, or for between $400 and $500 for the transmitter when sold with a model airplane or helicopter.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled radio transmitters and contact Horizon Hobby to arrange to have the transmitters shipped free of charge for inspection and repair.

For additional information, contact Horizon Hobby toll-free at (877) 504-0233 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site www.horizonhobby.com

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

January 28, 2005
Leiner Health Products Inc. is recalling about 13,000 bottles of Longs Central-Vite Multivitamins. The vitamins, which contain iron that can cause serious injury or death if ingested by children, do not have child-resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act.

The recalled Central Vite multivitamins were sold in a value size container of 500 tablets. The plastic white pill bottle is labeled Advanced Formula Central Vite with Lycopene and Value Size.

The vitamins were sold at Longs retail stores nationwide from March 2004 through December 2004 for about $16.

Consumers should keep this product out of reach of children and return the product to the nearest Longs retail store for a refund or replacement.

Consumer Contact: Call Leiner Health Products at (800) 421-1168 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers may visit www.leiner.com for information about this recall.

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

May 5, 2009
Jaguar is recalling about 15,000 2004 XJ models because of concerns about a possible condition that could affect the braking system.

The company said that a noise reduction pad fitted to the under tray could contribute to a build-up of water and dirt, which could lead to corrosion of the brake pipes, which could lead to the braking circuits failing, possibly causing a complete loss of braking.

Dealers will remove the pad and inspect the brake pipes for rust and corrosion. There will be no charge for the service.

Owners may contact Jaguar at 1-800-452-4827.

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.

WASHINGTON, June 19, 2001 -- Stihl is voluntarily recalling about 1,000 chain saws. A missing screw can cause the chain brake to fail to operate, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.

No injuries have been reported.

The recalled chain saws are model number 019T with serial numbers 249129398 through 249956311. A label on the chain saw reads in part "STIHL" and "model number 019T." The serial number is imprinted on the front of the chain saw. Stihl dealers sold the chain saws from December 2000 through May 5, 2001 for about $270.

Consumers should stop using the recalled chain saw immediately and return it to the Stihl dealer where purchased for repair. For more information, contact Stihl Inc. at (800) 467-8445 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.stihlusa.com.

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