Recalls in January 1970

September 4, 2007
NettoCollection is recalling about 400 "Moderne" and "Loft" cribs. The crib slats can separate from the side rails, posing an entrapment and strangulation hazard to young children.

NettoCollection has received three reports of the side rail spindles separating from the top rail. No injuries have been reported.

The crib side rails are made of wood and sold with a brown finish. Only cribs with model numbers NC-137 and NC-140 and date codes 9/03 and 02/04 are included in the recall. The model numbers, date codes and "Made in Poland" are printed on a label on the crib end panels.

The cribs were sold at juvenile furniture stores nationwide from October 2003 through June 2005 for about $1,350.

They were manufactured in Poland.

Consumers should stop using the crib immediately and contact NettoCollection to receive two replacement side rails.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact NettoCollection toll-free at (866) 996-3886 between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.nettocollection.com.

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

February 28, 2007
Pelagic Pressure Systems is recalling about 2,800 Oceanic and AERIS digital dive computers due to a decompression hazard.

When performing a switch from one gas to another during a dive, the dive computer's display will lock up and not return to the main dive screen that displays dive times. This can cause divers to enter decompression unknowingly or the diver could ascend prematurely, resulting in decompression sickness.

Pelagic has received a report of two dive computers malfunctioning. No injuries have been reported.

The recall involves Oceanic-brand ATOM 2.0 dive computers with serial numbers 1 through 2,079 (Revisions 2E, 3A, and 3B) and AERIS-brand EPIC dive computers with serial numbers 1 through 712 (Revision 1A), which can be accessed and viewed on the computer's display. Also, the serial number and date of manufacture are printed on the bottom of the unit (Oceanic ATOM 2.0 from August 23 to November 23, 2006, and AERIS EPIC from October 18 to November 14, 2006). This recall does not include any other Oceanic or AERIS brand dive computers.

Authorized Oceanic dealers sold ATOM 2.0 dive computers nationwide from August 2006 through February 2007. Authorized AERIS dealers sold EPIC dive computers nationwide from October 2006 through February 2007. Both computers sold for between $670 and $950.

Consumers should stop using the recalled dive computers and take them to an authorized Oceanic or AERIS dealer to get a free software upgrade.

Consumer Contact: Contact Pelagic toll-free at (888) 854-4960 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, send an email to service@oceanicusa.com, or write to: Pelagic Pressure Systems, 2002 Davis Street, San Leandro, CA 94577. Information is also posted on the Oceanic and AERIS Web sites (www.OceanicWorldwide.com and www.diveaeris.com).

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

April 18, 2007
Carlon drop-in floor outlet boxes are being recalled. The recalled floor boxes are wired incorrectly resulting in reverse polarity. This poses a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.

Lamson & Sessions has received one report of an incident with the recalled floor boxes. No injuries have been reported.

The drop-in floor boxes are used to provide an extra electrical outlet in the floor. They were sold under the Carlon brand name and have a brass finish cover approximately 3 1/2 inches in diameter. "Carlon" is stamped into the plastic above the receptacle and the model number is located to the left of the receptacle. Model numbers E971FBDI and E971FBDIB are included in this recall.

The outlets were sold at homecenters, hardware retailers and electrical distributors nationwide between January 2005 and March 2007 for about $35.

Consumers should immediately unplug anything that is plugged into the floor box and contact Lamson & Sessions to determine if their floor box is included in the recall. Consumers with recalled units will receive a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Lamson & Sessions toll-free at (866) 636-1531 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.lamson-home.com.

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

May 5, 2009

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

October 25, 2007
Family Dollar is recalling about 142,000 purple halloween pails with witch decorations. The green paint on the pails contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves purple Halloween pails with a picture of a witch figure silhouetted against a green moon. The pail measures about 6 1/2 inches high. 'Distributed by Family Dollar, Inc,' SKU number 1033953, and UPC number 017845000591 are printed on a label on the pail. Orange Halloween pails with black jack-o-lantern decorations are not included in this recall.

The pails, made in China, were sold at Family Dollar stores nationwide from August 2007 through October 2007 for about $1.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled Halloween pail away from children and return it to any Family Dollar store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Family Dollar at (800) 547-0359 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.familydollar.com.

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

Montessori N Such is recalling painted containers used in classroom instructional kits. Surface paints on the products contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recall includes only the colors and item numbers listed below:

The containers, made in China, were sold by Montessori N Such through its catalog and Web site to schools and individuals nationwide from July 2006 through January 2009 for between $2.50 and $7 per item.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Montessori N Such for a free replacement or refund. All known purchasers have been contacted.

For additional information, contact Montessori N Such at (800) 287-1985 between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.montessori-n-such.com.

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

February 7, 2007      Spanish version
Rachael Rose Kidz rings imported by Shalom International Corp. are being recalled because they contain high levels of lead.

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

The children's rings are silver or gold-colored with designs or stones in a variety of colors. The rings come four to a package. 'Kidz by Rachael Rose,' 'Family Dollar $1' and "SKU 1905580' are printed on the packaging.

The rings were sold at Family Dollar stores nationwide from December 2005 through January 2007 for about $1.

Consumers should immediately take these recalled rings away from children and return them to any Family Dollar store for a full refund, or contact Shalom International for information on how to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Shalom International at (800) 359-8162 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit Family Dollar's Web site at www.familydollar.com.

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

December 21, 2007
Jewel brand girls' hooded sweatshirts are being recalled. The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

The Jewel brand girls zippered hoodie sweatshirts have various designs on the front, and were sold in two styles: the Big Heart zip-up long sleeve hoodie sweatshirts (style #J2173k/sk) in black, light pink and purple colors, and the Small Stars long sleeve hoodie jacket sweatshirts (style #J2174k/sk) in green, khaki, navy and orange colors. Both styles were sold in small, medium, large, extra-large sizes.

They were sold at Marshalls and other specialty childrens clothing retailers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10, and were made in India.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the sweatshirts to either the place of purchase or Liberty Apparel for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Liberty Apparel Co. collect at (212) 768-3030 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).

September 4, 2007

Mattel is recalling about 675,000 Barbie accessories. Surface paints on the toys contain excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

The recall involves various Barbie accessory toys that were manufactured between September 30, 2006 and August 20, 2007. The model names, product numbers and affected date code numbers are listed in the chart below. The product and date code numbers are printed on the largest component of the toy sets.

The toys were sold at retail stores nationwide from October 2006 through August 2007 for about $10. They were manufactured in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Mattel for instructions on how to receive a free replacement toy of equal value.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Mattels Fisher-Price hotline at (888) 496-8330 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.mattel.com/safety

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

Wagner Spray Tech Corp. is recalling about 35,000 Wagner paint sprayers. The on-off switch can be dislodged from the casing, resulting in exposure of electrical connections. This can pose an electrical shock hazard to the consumer.

This recall includes the Wagner Control Spray Plus Model 0414248. This model number can be found on a white label located on the side of the motor housing. The following date codes are affected by this recall and can be found stamped on the bottom of the motor housing near the air hose connection:

The sprayers, made in China, were sold by major chain home centers and hardware stores nationwide from August 2007 through April 2009 for about $99.

Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the sprayers, and contact Wagner for a free repair.

For additional information, please contact Wagner toll-free at (888) 925-6244 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's web site at www.wagnerspraytech.com.

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

December 11, 2007     Spanish
AtHome America is recalling about 6,300 four-wick decorative candles. The candle's wicks are in close proximity, causing the candle to burn unevenly and faster than expected, posing a potential fire hazard.

The firm has received one report of melted wax on a table. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

The recall involves four-inch, square-shaped candles with four wicks. The candles were sold in three styles: the Earth Hue Toasted Nutmeg and Spice candle, the Holiday Hue candle, and the Golden Metallic candle.

The candles were sold by AtHome America consultants from the 2007 Fall & Holiday Catalog from August 2007 through October 2007 for about $17. They were made in Vietnam.

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact their AtHome consultant for a full refund. The company has sent direct notices to sales consultants and candle owners.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact AtHome America at 800-928-4663 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.athome.com.

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

July 23, 2009
Sevca LLC is recalling about 94,000 Sevylor Tow Behinds with Quick Hitch connectors. The Quick Hitch, which connects the towable to the boat, can break and project pieces of the plastic Quick Hitch back towards the boat. If this occurs, an individual can be struck and seriously injured.

Sevca LLC has received one report of an occupant of a boat being struck by a piece of the Quick Hitch still attached to the towrope.

The recall involves the following model Sevylor Tow Behinds with Quick Hitch component. The Quick Hitches were manufactured between 2005 and 2009.

The tow behinds, made in China, were sold at department and retail stores nationwide from January 2005 through December 2009 for between about $50 and $240.

Consumers should immediately stop using their recalled tow behinds and contact Sevca to receive instructions on how to remove the Quick Hitch from their tow behind and use the tow behind without the Quick Hitch. Consumers will receive a 1-2 person tow rope for returning the Quick Hitch.

For more information, contact Sevca at (800) 356-3612 between 7:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firms' Web site at www.sevylor.com

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

November 6, 2007      Spanish
Fisher-Price is recalling about 155,000 "Laugh & Learn" kitchen toys because they prsent a choking hazard to infants.

There have been 48 reports of small parts separating from the toys, including two reports of children gagging on pieces, one report of a child who started choking on a piece and one report of a child who choked on a piece.

The recall involves a play kitchen learning toy with a pretend refrigerator, range and sink. The product's item number L5067 is stamped in several locations on the toy and printed on the product's packaging above the UPC.

The toys were sold at various retail and toy specialty stores nationwide from May 2007 through October 2007 for about $70. They were made in Mexico.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Fisher-Price for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Fisher-Price toll-free at (888) 812-7187 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.service.mattel.com.

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

October 16, 2007
Formula Brake USA is recalling Oro bicycle disc brakes.

The brakes hand lever can separate, resulting in loss of braking. This can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to riders.

Formula Brake USA has received six reports of hand levers detaching. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Oro disk brakes typically installed on mountain bikes. The brake is operated by a hand lever, which is mounted to the handlebar. Included in the recall are the Oro K18, Oro K24, Oro Puro and Oro Bianco models with serial numbers less than 295237. The serial number can be located on the brakes body above the Made in Italy label.

The brakes were sold at bicycle specialty stores nationwide from May 2005 through July 2007 for between $180 and $320.

They were manufactured in Italy.

Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with the recalled brakes and contact any Formula Brake dealer to receive a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Formula Brake toll-free at (866) 458-3130 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.formulabrakeusa.com.

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

July 17, 2009
Hobby Lobby is recalling about 500 leather butterfly chairs. The chair legs can detach unexpectedly causing the chair to collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Hobby Lobby Stores has received nine reports of the chairs collapsing, resulting in minor injuries including contusions.

This recall involves brown leather butterfly chairs with copper tubing legs. The leather seat has stitching similar to baseball stitching. Item# MI-1007 and PO#9073513 are printed on the front of the hang tag.

The chairs, made in India, were sold at Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from February 2009 through April 2009 for about $200.

Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby for a full refund or exchange card.

For additional information, contact Hobby Lobby Stores at (800) 326-7931 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or visit the firms Web site at www.hobbylobby.com.

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

October 31, 2007     Spanish
Toys "R" Us is recalling "Elite Operations" toy sets. Surface coatings on the toys contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recall involves four military-style Elite Operations toys, including Super Rigs (#1004), Command Patrol Center (#1020), Barracuda Helicopter (#1023), and 3 Pack 8-inch Figures (#1024). The product number is located on the toys packaging.

The toys were sold at R Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from July 2007 through October 2007 for between $10 and $30. No other Elite Operations brand military play sets are included in this recall.

They were made in Manufactured in China.

Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children, and return them to any Toys R Us for a full refund or store credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Toys R Us at (800) 869-7787 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, and between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Sunday, or visit the firms Web site at www.toysrus.com.

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

October 23, 2007     Spanish
About 110,000 game pieces sold with "Cars" backpacks are being recalled by Global Design Concepts.

Small magnets inside the four game pieces that were sold with the "Cars" backpack can fall out of their plastic enclosure. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.

The firm has received three reports of a magnet that became loose. No injuries have been reported.

The 12 inch Cars Backpack was sold with four sealed game pieces that contain magnets. The game pieces included a red plastic car; a blue plastic car; and two red and black plastic disks that have GAS, OIL and SERVICE printed in red letters on the black perimeter of the disks. Warning: Choking Hazard-Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years is printed on the backpack hangtag. Disney Presents a PIXAR film is printed on the gray vinyl front of the backpack.

The backpacks were sold at Target stores nationwide from February 2007 through September 2007 for about $13. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled game pieces away from young children and contact the Cars Backpack Recall hotline for instructions on returning the recalled game pieces for a free replacement Cars wallet or equivalent product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the Cars Backpack Recall hotline toll-free at (877) 848-4070 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the www.carsbackpackrecall.com.

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

October 17, 2007
Guidecraft Inc. is recalling children's tabletop puppet theaters. Surface paints on the puppet theaters wooden panels contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recalled puppet theater has red panels on the front and sides and a chalkboard signboard on top. The puppet theater measures about 24-inches in length, 6-inches in width and about 28-inches in height.

The theaters were sold at specialty toy stores, gift shops, catalogs and Web sites nationwide from June 2006 through August 2007 for about $35. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled puppet theaters away from children and contact Guidecraft to receive a replacement theater or another product of equal value.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Guidecraft toll-free at (888) 824-1308 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.guidecraft.com.

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

August 19, 2009
Ten-inch Ridgid table saws sold at Home Depot are being recalled. The table saws arbor shaft can fail when used with a stacked blade set (commonly known as a stacked dado set), which is used to cut grooves. The stacked blade set can be ejected from the saw, posing a potential laceration hazard to consumers.

One World Technologies, the manufacturer, has received three reports of shafts failing when used with a stacked dado set. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Ridgid 10-inch table saws, model R4511. The recalled saws have manufacturing date codes between CD0829 and CD0837. The model number and manufacturing date code are located on a metal plate on the rear of the cabinet. Products with an Arbor Inspected sticker directly above the plate or an orange square on the outside of the package are not included in the recall.

The saws, made in China, were sold exclusively at Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for about $600.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled table saw and contact One World Technologies to schedule a free on-site repair.

For additional information, contact One World Technologies toll-free at (866) 539-1710 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.ridgid.com.

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