Recalls in January 1970

November 9, 2006
Gund Inc. is recalling about 19,000 Baby Gund Woodles Activity Toys. The wooden rings on the stuffed toy can break, posing a small parts choking hazard to young children.

Gund has received four reports from consumers about the wooden rings on the toys breaking, including one report of a child mouthing small pieces. No injuries were reported.

The product is a baby activity toy available in various animal shapes. It consists of a soft, stuffed body with a rattle component inside the body and two smooth wooden rings attached to loops at the end of each arm.

The product is available in four different styles: Rumba Lion Activity Toy with style number 58553, Gazoo Giraffe Activity Toy with style number 58554; Wango Horse Activity Toy with style number 58555, and Tippy Cow Activity Toy with style number 58556. Woodles and the style number are located on the sewn-in label.

The toys were sold by independent specialty toy stores nationwide and in Canada from June 2005 through April 2006 for about $12.

Consumers should stop using these toys immediately, and contact Gund for a free replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Gund at (800) 448 4863 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at woodles@gund.com. Information about this recall also can be found on the firm's Web site at www.gund.com.

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

April 6, 2006
A computer desk set sold at Office Depot is being recalled because the seat on the chair can break and fall through during use causing an individual to fall and suffer injuries.

New Focus Marketing has received reports of two injuries involving chairs breaking. Injuries include a consumer who received bruises to the arm and shoulder, and another consumer who suffered a minor back injury.

The recalled three-piece set includes a desk, computer stand and chair. Model number NF913232 is located on the products box. The chair in the office set is gray with a black seat and a silver tubular metal frame.

The sets were sold at Office Depot stores nationwide from June 2005 through August 2005 for about $80 for the set.

Consumers should stop using the chair immediately and contact Office Depot to receive a gift card for the full price of the desk set upon receipt of the chair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Office Depot at (800) 944-3340 between 9 a.m. and 5:15 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or log on to the firms Web site at www.officedepot.com.

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

August 9, 2006
Quiksilver is recalling about 48,000 Quiksilver and Roxy Girl lounge pants because do not meet flammability standards.

The garments were not labeled or marketed as sleepwear, but because they are children's loungewear, they must meet the children's sleepwear flammability standards.

The recalled loungewear was sold in girls and boys sizes 7 through 14 in plaid, camouflage, floral and heart print patterns with elastic or drawstring waistbands. Girls' items are labeled ROXY GIRL and boys' items are labeled QUIKSILVER. For specific information on which models are included in this recall, consumers should contact the firm.

The items were sold in surf and skate shops, specialty stores, and department stores nationwide including Macy's, McCalou's, Nordstrom, Nordstrom Rack, Quiksilver and Roxy retail stores and outlets, from September 2003 through January 2006 for between $20 and $50.

Parents should stop their children from wearing the recalled lounge pants immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a refund. If consumers are unable to return their recalled item back to the place of purchase, they should contact the firm.

Consumer Contact: For information, consumers should contact Quiksilver Consumer Affairs at (800) 576-4004 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., PT, or e-mail the firm at channels@quiksilver.com.

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

February 2, 2005
Bike Pro Inc. is recalling about 50,000 baby walkers. The walkers can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed.

Bike Pro originally recalled these baby walkers on October 9, 2002.

The recalled walkers are intended for babies 6 months and older. The walkers are blue, green, pink and yellow. They have musical activity trays with various toys and themes including rockets and a tank with an army print cloth seat, lights and a steering wheel with a teddy bear cloth seat, and a monkeys face with a teddy bear seat cloth. Baby and BEBELOVE are printed on labels on some of the walkers.

The walkers were sold at independent discount stores in Arizona, California, Colorado, Texas, Michigan, Missouri, and New York sold these baby walkers from January 2000 through January 2006 for between $18 and $22.

Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Bike Pro Inc. at (800) 261-2559 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 4, 2009
Warm Biscuit is recalling about 9,500 sets of children's loungewear because it fails to meet children's sleepwear federal flammability standards.

This recall involves loungewear sets for children described as 'Lounge-Around-the-Housewear', 'Lounge-About-Housewear' or 'Short sets.' The garments were sold in a variety of styles, colors and printed fabrics. They were sold in sizes S (1-2 yr), M (2-3 yr), L (3-4 yr), XL (4-5 yr), 6 yr, 7 yr and 8 yr. All of the garments have a label on the inside that says: "These garments do NOT comply with the Federal Flammability Standards and therefore are not suitable for sleepwear". The style numbers are 301101, 301102 and 301103 and are located on the packaging.

The loungewear was sold by Warm Biscuit Bedding catalogs and Web site from January 2000 through March 2009 for between $39 and $45.

Consumers should stop using these children's loungewear garments immediately and contact Warm Biscuit Bedding to receive a store credit.

For additional information, contact Warm Biscuit Bedding at (800) 231-4231 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday or visit the firm's Web site at www.warmbiscuit.com. Consumers also can write to: Warm Biscuit Bedding Company, 140 Fulton Street, New York, NY 10038.

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

July 25, 2006
The Home Depot is recalling about 9,500 Hampton Bay children's lamps. The lamps are the "Transitional Collection Fire Truck and Bulldozer Accent Lamps with Night Lights."

The glass window of the fire truck and bulldozer night light can become dislodged, fall and shatter into small pieces. This poses a laceration hazard and a serious risk of injury if ingested by a small child.

There has been one report of the glass window of the lamp breaking in a store. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled children?s lamps have a red toy fire truck or yellow toy bulldozer base that sits on a 6-inch wide by 9.75-inch long hand-painted wood base. SKU No. 167-367 is printed on the bottom of the base of the fire truck lamp and SKU No. 167-939 is printed on the bottom of the bulldozer lamp. The fire truck and bulldozer have glass windows. The overall assembled dimensions are about 12 inches wide by 20.5 high. "Made in China" is printed on the bottom of the lamps. Hampton Bay is printed on the box only.

The lamps were sold exclusively at The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2006 through June 2006 for about $40.

Consumers should stop using the recalled lamps immediately and return the item to The Home Depot store for a full refund.

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

March 18, 2009
Human Touch LLC is recalling about 20,000 Perfect Chairs. The screw on the underside of the Perfect Chair recliner can cut or entangle children or pets.

Human Touch LLC has received no reports of injuries to humans but has received one report of a dogs fur becoming entangled in the screw.

This recall involves chair model numbers PC-095, PC-3, PC-7, and PC-9 that have an open screw drive or a dual cover screw drive and that were sold prior to September 2007. Screws that are fully covered (the quad cover) are not subject to this recall.

The chairs were sold by Human Touch and authorized Human Touch dealers such as Relax the Back or The Healthy Back Store from April 2000 to June 2004 (open screw) and June 2004 to September 2007 (dual-cover screw) for about $1800. They were made in Thailand.

Consumers should inspect the chair immediately and to see if it has the open screw or dual cover screw, centered directly beneath the chair. Consumers should stop using these chairs if children or pets are present and contact either Human Touch or a Human Touch dealer for a free screw cover kit.

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

November 9, 2006
Enesco Group Inc. is recalling about 2,600 Heartwood Creek Turtle Sprinklers because of a laceration hazard.

When connected to a garden hose, under normal household water pressure, the sprinkler can break or shatter, presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.

There have been eight reported incidents of the sprinkler breaking apart during use, including one report of a minor laceration.

This recall involves the Heartwood Creek Turtle Sprinkler. The lawn sprinkler is made of resin with a decorative turtle shell and stands about 5 1/2-inches tall and 10-inches long. The bottom of the sprinkler is printed with the item number 4005179 and the Heartwood Creek logo.

Specialty gift stores nationwide from January 2006 through June 2006 and through QVC from April 2006 through June 2006 for about $30. QVC purchasers of this item have already received direct notice from QVC notifying them of this recall.

Consumers should stop using the sprinkler immediately, and contact Enesco for a product exchange or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact Enesco toll-free at (888) 443-8669 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the Enesco Web site at www.enesco.com.

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

September 27, 2006
About 11,000 Suave Kids Bath Sets sold at Wal-Mart are being recalled. Items in the baths sets contain small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children.

Additionally, some of the handles on the carrying case are long enough to pose a strangulation hazard. Also, the plastic carrying case poses a danger of suffocation.

No injuries or incidents have been reported.

This recall involves "Suave" brand bath sets that contain a 3-in-1 shampoo, bath sponge, and various other toy animal and character bath products. The baths sets are packaged in brightly colored vinyl bags with a clear window. Style numbers involved in this recall are: SVK 9498, 9499, 9501, 9506, 9507 and 9508. The style numbers are located on the back and/or bottom right corner of the package, above the UPC code.

The sets were sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from March 2006 through June 2006 for about $10.

Consumers should stop using these bath sets and either dispose of them or return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Almar Sales at (800) 251-2522 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at recall@almarsales.com.

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

March 16, 2006
Coca-Cola ElectroPlasma lamps sold at Rite Aid stores are being recalled because of a burn hazard.

There is a burn hazard caused by an electric arc between the metal bottle cap and a human contact point. An electric burn is possible if the distance between the metal cap and the contact point is sustained at about 1/8-inch away from the metal cap.

The firm has received reports of two incidents involving an electrical arc to the finger, including one report of a minor burn.

These lamps are in the shape of a Coca-Cola bottle. They are about 13.5 inches high. The inside of ElectroPlasma lamps simulate lightning bolts. A label on the bottom of the black base of the lamp reads, "Model No: 23-103," and "Lipan Industrial Co., Ltd."

The lamps were sold at Rite Aid stores nationwide during January 2006 for about $40.

Consumers should stop using the recalled lamp immediately and return the item to a Rite Aid retailer for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Emess Design Group?s Customer Service Center at (800) 678-2579 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or write to Emess Design Group, LLC at 1 Early Street, Ellwood City, PA 16117, Attention Customer Service Department. Additional information can be found on the Emess Design Group Web site at www.emessdesign.com.

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

December 14, 2006
Macy's is recalling about 500 "Greendog" baby girl's knit coveralls. The snaps on the legs of the coveralls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The recalled knit coveralls are off-white with long sleeves. There are pastel stripes on the sleeves and legs, and a floral motif on the right-hand side of the chest. It was sold with a matching striped cap. The coveralls were sold in sizes 0-12 months. Style number 1053EGR410 is printed on the hang tag.

The coveralls were sold exclusively at Macy's stores nationwide from August 2006 through October 2006 for about $30.

Consumers should stop using these coveralls immediately and return them to any Macy's store for a full refund or store credit.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Macy's Merchandising Group toll-free at (877) 874-2812 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.fds.com/cpsc.

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

March 19, 2009
Acer Predator desktop computers are being recalled because of an overheating problem. The insulation on the computer's internal wiring can become bent or stripped, causing the wires to overheat while the product is in use. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Acer has received two reports of computers short circuiting, resulting in melted internal components and external casing. Neither incident occurred in the U.S. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Acer Predator desktop computers. The high-end gaming machines have model numbers ASG7200 and ASG7700. Model numbers are printed on the bottom right corner of the panel on the right side of the system.

The computers, made in China, were sold by computer and electronic stores nationwide from May 2008 through December 2008 for between $2,000 and $6,000.

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled computers and contact Acer to schedule a free repair.

For additional information, contact Acer toll-free at (866) 695-2237 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.acer.com.

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

January 26, 2006
About 75,000 Maxi-Heat Dream Tower Heaters sold at Wal-Mart are being recalled. The wires inside the oscillating heater can short circuit and spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

King of Fans, Inc., the manufacturer, has received 31 reports of heaters smoking or sparking, and one report of a house fire. There have been no reports of injuries.

The recalled model is CH920. The ceramic portable electric heaters are the oscillating tower type. They are grey and have a control panel attached to the top of the unit. Maxi-Heat is printed on the control panel. The model number is printed on the ETL label on the bottom of the back side of the unit.

The units were sold at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from August 2005 through December 2005 for about $40.

Consumers should immediately stop using these heaters and unplug them. Return the recalled heaters to a Wal-Mart store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact King of Fans toll-free at (866) 443-1291 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. E.T., Monday through Friday, or visit the companys Web site at www.kingoffans.com.

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

June 13, 2006
H&M is recalling about 1,900 pairs of girl's water shoes because they can become too slippery.

Though these shoes are marketed for use around water for traction, they become extremely slippery when wet. This poses a risk of slipping and falling on smooth, hard surfaces such as tile.

These are pink and blue shoes with a multi-colored trim. The shoes have a pink rubber sole with silver glitter incased within it. A butterfly appliqu is attached to the top and flower emblems are on the back and sides. A label inside the shoes reads "364430" and "MADE IN CHINA."

The stores were sold at H&M stores in the Northeast U.S. and California from March 2005 through May 2006 for about $8.

Consumers should stop using these shoes and immediately return them to any H&M store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Call H&M toll free at (877) 439-6261 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit H&Ms Web site at www.hm.com.

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

April 13, 2006
Disney Personal DVD players are being recalled because the battery pack can overheat and burst when recharging, posing a risk of burns.

Memcorp, the distributor, has received 17 reports of batteries overheating, including three reports of minor skin irritations and three reports of minor property damage.

The recalled product is the battery packs sold with Disney-brand personal DVD players. The DVD players are about 6.5-inches by 5.5-inches with a 3-inch screen display. They were sold in five styles with a corresponding model number. The model number is written on the back of the unit, under the viewing stand and below the Disney brand name.

The units were sold at discount and electronics stores nationwide, and at Disney theme parks and through the Disney catalog from April 2005 through March 2006 for between $70 and $130.

Consumers should stop using the battery pack supplied with these DVD players immediately and contact Memcorp for a replacement rechargeable battery pack.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Memcorp?s customer service department at (800) 326-0315 between 8:30 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday or visit Memcorp's Website at www.disneyelectronics.com.

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

November 20, 2006
Scott Electric Co. Inc. is recalling about 30,000 counterfeit "Square D" circuit breakers.

The recalled circuit breakers labeled "Square D" are counterfeit and might not trip when they are overloaded, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Description: The counterfeit circuit breakers include Square D QO-series models 115, 120, 130, 160, 215, 230, 260, 1515, and 1520. Actual Square D circuit breakers have (a) the amp rating written on the handle in white paint on the front of the breaker; (b) on the side of the breaker, where wire terminal screw is located, the arc shoot opening should have squared corners with the bottom edge of the opening angled up; (c) the mounting clip should be yellow chromate with half of the top of the clip visible; and (d) the Square D insignia should be molded onto the breaker. If your Square D breaker does not match this description, it could be counterfeit.

The circuit breakers were sold by Scott Electric Co. distributor locations throughout Pennsylvania and Texas from May 2005 through May 2006 for between $4 and $25.

Consumers should contact Scott Electric Co. to arrange for a free inspection and if necessary, replacement or refund.

Consumer Contact: To arrange for a free inspection or for additional information, contact Scott Electric toll-free at (877) 222-0473 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log on to www.scottelectricusa.com.

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

July 21, 2009
OJ Electronics is recalling about 30,000 208-volt and 240-volt thermostats. The recalled thermostats floor sensor or its cable can be damaged from cutting, drilling, or nailing. This poses a risk of electric shock to consumers if the power supply is not disconnected.

The recall involves thermostats that have a built-in GFCI and are designed for use in under-floor heating systems. Thermostats included in the recall are connected to 208-Volt or 240-Volt power supplies (120V units are not included in the recall). They were sold under the brand names of Canisol, Danfoss, Elektra, Momento, OJ Microline, Raychem, Thermosoft, Warmly Yours and Warmup. The brand name is located on the front of the thermostat.

The thermostats, made in Denmark, were sold at various home improvement stores, tile shops and other retail shops nationwide from January 2004 through December 2008 for between $150 and $200.

Consumers should not cut, drill or nail into the heated floor, and contact the manufacturer to arrange for a free in-home repair.

For additional information, contact OJ Electronics at (800) 380-6940 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.ojelectronics.com.

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

April 20, 2009
HYUNDAI / ELANTRA 2001-2003Mazda Motor Corp. is recalling about 25,000 Mazda3 vehicles. A short-circuit could develop in the starter housing, possibly causing the engine to stall and fail to restart.

DManufacturer: HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY Mfr's Report Date: APR 14, 2009ealers will inspect the wiring harness and add a protector clip or repair the harness if necessary. The recall is expected to begin on May 6, 2009.

OPE09011wners may contact Mazda at 1-800-222-5500 and Recall No. 5409D.

CComponent: SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARMonsumers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or at www.safercar.gov.

July 14, 2009
Energizer is recalling about 3,000 of its Light on Demand wallplate nightlights. The nightlight can overheat, especially if additional devices are plugged into its outlets, posing a fire hazard.

The recalled wall light is white, plugs into the wall, has a plug in base into which additional devices can be plugged, and has a removable/rechargeable light/flashlight. Model LODNLWP is stamped on the back of the unit. The wall light measures about 6 inches high, 5 inches wide, and 3 inches deep. No other Light on Demand products are included in this recall.

The lights, made in China, were sold by mass merchandisers, office supply stores, and various other retailers nationwide and on the Web from August 2008 through July 2009 for about $26.

Consumers should immediately stop using this recalled nightlight, unplug it, and contact Energizer for information on returning the light to receive a full refund.

For additional information, contact Energizer at (800) 782-2013 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.energizer.com.

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