Recalls in January 1970

WASHINGTON, July 5, 2000 -- Rand International is voluntarily recalling about 70,000 bicycle helmets. The helmets fail impact testing and labeling, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act. Riders wearing the helmets are not properly protected from falls, and could suffer severe head injuries.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CPSC and Rand International said they are not aware of any injuries or incidents involving the helmets

Kmart and Rose's stores nationwide sold these bicycle helmets from April 1999 through March 2000 for about $8.

The recalled helmets are various models of the L.A. Cruisin' bicycle helmets. The helmets were sold in various child, youth and adult sizes. The youth and adult-sized helmets are white or black and the child sizes are either blue or pink. A label inside the helmet reads, "Manufactured by Rand International," and MADE IN CHINA." Writing on the packaging reads, "RAND," "L.A. Cruisin'," and "Meets CPSC & ASTM Standards78."

Consumers should stop wearing the helmets immediately, and return them to Rand International for a free replacement helmet. For more information, contact Rand International at (800) 338-7677 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or write to Rand International, Attention: Customer Service Dept., 51 Executive Blvd., Farmingdale, NY 14735-4718.

May 22, 2009
Ely and Walker is recalling about 580 Cumberland Outfitters girls' hooded sweatshirts. The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

This recall involves Cumberland Outfitters girls' hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings. The sweatshirts were sold in four colors (melon, white, purple, and turquoise) and in sizes XS to L. Graphic designs such as a horse, vine or flower are printed on the front and back of the sweatshirts. RN number 14119 and one of the following style numbers are printed on the care label: 561560EC, 561565CO, 561570RA and 561575TU.

The sweaters, made in India, were sold at department and apparel retail stores nationwide from April 2007 through April 2009 for between $19 and $24.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Ely and Walker for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Ely and Walker at (800) 359-1878 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.elyandwalker.com.

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

May 13, 2009
Browning and the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation are recalling about 10,000 skinner knife sheaths.

The knife can cut through the sheath because there is no blade guard in the sheath. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers.

The recall involves the Browning and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation co-branded skinner knife sheath (model 322087). The sheath is black with the "Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation" logo stitched on the front. The packaging is black and yellow with "Browning" printed on the side and the model number printed above the UPC. No other Browning or Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation products are included in this recall.

The sheath and knife, made in China, were given away as a promotional item for new membership in the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation from November 2008 through April 2009.

Consumers should stop using the sheath immediately and discard it. Consumers with the recalled sheath will be notified directly and will be sent a new one free of charge.

For additional information, contact Browning at (800) 637-0230 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm"s Web site at www.browning.com (PDF).

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

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30, 2002 -- Custom Buoyancy Inc. (CBI) is voluntarily recalling about 7,700 overpressure valves (OPV) used with buoyancy control systems. The overpressure valve can stick in the open position, posing a drowning hazard to divers.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). CPSC and CBI have received three reports of the valves sticking open. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled overpressure valve is installed on buoyancy control systems with the following brand names: Diving Unlimited International (DUI), International Divers, Ocean Management Systems, Rip Tide and Steam Machines. Brand names and logos are printed on the epaulettes and pockets. These buoyancy control systems come in two versions, a jacket style and a wings style. The date code, printed on an instructional label sewn to the buoyancy control system, is the first four numbers after the brand name abbreviation. The first two numbers indicate the month and the second two numbers indicate the year. The recall includes date codes from October 2000 through June 2001. Valves with an asterisk below the serial number are not involved in this recall.

Authorized CBI distributors sold the buoyancy control systems with the overpressure valves nationwide from October 2000 through November 2001 for about $590.

Consumers should stop using the buoyancy control systems with these overpressure valves immediately and contact the CBI dealer where purchased for a free replacement valve. For more information, consumers can contact CBI at (866) 790-5099 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.custombuoyancy.com.

Diving Unlimited International (DUI) Inc., an authorized CBI dealer, recalled buoyancy control systems with these overpressure valves in December 2001.

WASHINGTON, June 14, 2001 -- KB Toys is recalling about 115,000 Electronic Light N' Learn activity gyms. Five detachable hanging rattle toys have small round pegs at the top of the toys that can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

CPSC and KB Toys have received six reports of the pegs breaking off, including two reports of a 6- month-old-boy and a 14-month-old-boy beginning to choke off of a broken piece of the rattle attachment.

The Electronic Light N' Learn activity gym is a multi-colored toy that converts into three different toys, including a crib toy, a floor gym and a musical keyboard. The gyms' main console has five buttons with numbers that make music when pressed and automatically light up when the continuous song play option is selected. Five detachable rattles in the shape of a bear, snail, star, half-moon and horse hang from the bottom of the console. A label under the handle on the gyms' main console reads in part "ELECTRONIC LIGHT N' LEARN ACTIVITY GYM MODEL: 8735, MADE IN CHINA."

KB Toy store, KB Toy Works, KB Toy Outlet, Big Lots, Odd Lots, Pic N Save and MacFrugals nationwide sold the toys from September 2000 through January 2001 for between $20 and $30. The toys also were sold online at KBKids.com.

Consumers should take these toys away from young children immediately and return the toy to the store where purchased for a refund. Consumers who purchased the toy online, should return the toy to the closest KB Toy store or contact KB Toys for return information. For additional information, contact KB Toys at (800) 279-5066 between 8 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET Monday through Saturday and between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Sunday. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.KBKIDS.com.

December 30, 2009
General Motors is recalling some 2010 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain models because of problems with the defroster and defogger system.

The company said the software in the center instrument panel can cause the system to become inoperative, raising the possibility of a crash.

Dealers will replace the computer module free of charge when the recall begins in January 2010.

Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or at www.gmownercenter.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.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2002 -- Nikon Inc. is voluntarily recalling about 9,100 Coolpix 2000-model digital cameras imported into the United States. A short circuit can occur in the battery compartment, creating a possible thermal burn hazard to consumers if the battery compartment lid is touched.

Nikon has received 14 reports of these cameras shorting, but none occurred in the United States. No injuries have been reported. Minor heat damage to the battery compartment has been reported.

The recall includes the Nikon Coolpix 2000-model digital cameras with serial numbers 3010001 to 3060980 and 3510001 to 3561916. The brand name and model number are located on the front of the camera, and the serial number is on the bottom of the camera. The camera is mostly silver-colored with lavender around the lens.

Department, electronic, computer and camera stores, as well as mail-order and Web retailers sold these cameras nationwide from July 30, 2002 through August 2002 for about $250.

Consumers with a recalled Nikon Coolpix 2000 camera should immediately remove the batteries and contact Nikon to receive a free replacement Coolpix 2000 digital camera. For more information, contact Nikon at (800) 645-6687 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to Nikon's web site at www.nikonusa.com

No other Nikon products are involved in this recall. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

WASHINGTON, June 15, 2000 -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jetmax International is voluntarily recalling about 48,000 children's rocking chairs. The rear legs of the chair can separate from the rocker's base causing it to collapse, and the child seated in the chair can fall.

Jetmax has received five reports of these chairs collapsing and children falling. One 13-month-old girl suffered a laceration requiring 18 stitches.

Target stores nationwide sold the rocking chairs from November 1999 through March 2000 for about $20.

Jetmax imported the rocker exclusively for sale by Target stores. The wooden rocking chairs come in two styles: one for boys and one for girls. The boy's rocker has a yellow frame, red rockers (chair bases) and a blue canvas seat. The girl's rocker has a white frame, purple rockers (chair bases) and a pink canvas seat. There is no writing on the chairs, but the packaging reads, "restore™ & RESTYLE KIDS," "Wooden Folding Chair," "Ages 3 and Up," and "Made in China."

The chairs are designed for children between 30 and 100 pounds. They are 23 inches long, 13 inches wide and 16.5 inches high.

Consumers should immediately stop using the rockers, and contact Jetmax International to get a free repair kit with easy installation instructions. For more information and to get the repair kit, call Jetmax International at (800) 880-0714 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

WASHINGTON, July 24, 2001 -- Basic Comfort Inc. is voluntarily recalling about 16,000 infant seat pads. The seat pad has two shoulder straps that create a v-shaped opening around the head and neck, presenting a strangulation hazard to young children.

Basic Comfort received one report of an 8-month old girl who was caught by the neck in the shoulder straps of the seat pad after falling sideways off a chair. The child was removed from the seat pad without injury.

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

The seat pad was sold under The Baby Sitter brand name. The infant seat pad is designed to restrain a child on a chair in a sitting position. It has a padded back and seat. The seat pad is attached to a chair by Velcro straps attached to the sides of the pad. The front of the seat pad has two straps attached near the top of the pad that go over a child's shoulders and connect to a single crotch strap. The seat pad is a denim blue color with white restraint straps.

Department and juvenile products stores nationwide including JC Penney and One Step Ahead sold these infant seat pads from October 1998 through May 2001 for about $11.

Consumers should stop using the infant pads immediately and contact Basic Comfort at (800) 456-8687 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT to receive a replacement. Consumers also can visit the firm's web site at www.basiccomfort.com.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2002 -- Todson Inc. is voluntarily recalling about 10,000 floor pumps, which are used for bicycle tires. The pressure gauge lens can separate from the pump and strike a consumer, causing injury.

Todson has received one report of a pressure gauge lens detaching and striking a consumer, who suffered an eye injury. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The recalled Topeak Joe Blow Comp Floor Pumps are black (with gray or silver trim) and stand about 26 inches tall. The plastic pumps have the following date codes, which are located under the pressure gauge: 200003 through 200012 and 200101 through 200108. The words "Made in Taiwan" and "Joe Blow COMP" are printed on the side of the pump.

Independent bicycle retailers nationwide sold these pumps between March 2000 and August 2001 for about $40.

Consumers should stop using this pump immediately and contact Todson at (800) 250-3068 or log on to the company's website at www.Topeak.com to receive a replacement pump.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 30, 2000 -- L.L. Bean, Inc., of Freeport, Maine, has agreed to pay a civil penalty of $750,000. The civil penalty settles allegations that L.L. Bean violated the Consumer Product Safety Act because the firm delayed in reporting to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) that two of its backpack child carriers were defective.

CPSC alleges L.L. Bean delayed in reporting that children can work their way out of the harness and fall through a leg opening or topple out of the top of the carriers. CPSC alleges that L.L. Bean knew of 39 incidents involving the two carriers, before the company reported to CPSC. One child suffered a concussion and fractured wrist. Six children suffered contusions, lacerations, bumps or bruises. In addition, four children became entangled in the units' shoulder straps, creating a risk of strangulation.

Both backpack child carriers are used by adults to carry small children. Both were sold through the L.L. Bean website, catalogs, and retail stores in Maine, Oregon, New Hampshire and Delaware. The model number W695 backpack child carrier is teal green (blueish green), with gray harnesses and a kickstand. L.L. Bean sold about 13,000 model number W695 carriers for about $95, from January 1993 through March 1995, and recalled them on April 19, 1999. The model number AC25 backpack child carrier is forest green, has gray harnesses, and a kickstand. The company sold about 11,800 AC25 carriers, for about $95, from January 1997 through October 1998, and recalled them on December 10, 1998.

In agreeing to settle this matter, L.L. Bean denies that it violated the Consumer Product Safety Act or any other law administered by CPSC.

Consumers who have either of these carriers should stop using them immediately and should call L.L. Bean at (800) 555-9717 for return and refund information.

WASHINGTON, July 17, 2002 -- Royal Outdoor Products of Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada, is voluntarily recalling about 1,250 colonial vinyl post kits. Cracks can develop near the base of the posts. This can allow the railing to collapse, potentially injuring people on the deck.

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

CPSC and Royal Outdoor Products have received seven reports of the posts cracking and one report in which the post failed. Royal Outdoor Products is not aware of any injuries associated with the posts cracking or failing.

The recalled Royal Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kit is intended for use with the Royal pre-built vinyl deck rail system. The 4-inch square post has a "lathe turned" design in the middle. A label with the words "Royal Outdoor Products" and "R008-45-136" is affixed to the bottom of each post. Each kit contains one post. The posts were made in Canada.

Home Depot stores in the mid-Atlantic region sold these deck post kits from February 2002 through April 2002 for about $30.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Royal Outdoor Products to receive a free reinforcement kit. For more information, consumers can reach Royal Outdoor Products at (877) 467- 6925 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Sunday ET or visit the firm's web site at www.royaloutdoor.com.

October 16, 2009
Milbank Manufacturing is recalling about 1,400 single meter sockets. A short may occur while in use due to an incorrect bridge installed in the product, to which the meter clips are attached. If the manufacturing defect exists, all metal parts of the meter could create a shock or burns can occur if the cover is off and the meter socket is energized.

Three incidents have been reported of the unit shorting out. No injuries were reported.

The single meter 200 amp/4 terminal sockets are used for underground utility meter installations. The meter socket is 20 3/4 inches high by 9 inches wide and 4 1/2 inches deep with 1 meter position. It is used by the approving utility to mount their electric meter to measure how much electricity a residence uses. It can be used for an underground residential application. The recalled model number 9090 appears on the right or left side of the installed meter socket. If not installed, model numbers U9090-O or R9090-O will appear on the label on the outside of the box.

The sockets, made in the U.S., were sold at electrical supply distributors in N.Y., Pa., Vt. and Mass. and at local hardware stores in N.Y. from May 2009 through August 2009 for about $70.

Consumers should stop using the recalled product immediately and contact the electrical supply contractor who installed the sockets. Contractors will contact Milbank Manufacturing for a replacement or reimbursement. Milbank will contact all distributors and stores where the recalled product was sold.

For additional information, contact Milbank Manufacturing's Sales Engineer toll-free at (888) 537-0881 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.milbankmfg.com.

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

WASHINGTON, Aug. 10, 2000 -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), KFC Corporation is voluntarily recalling about 425,000 Tangled Treeples toys included with KFC Kids Meals.

The toy is a green plastic container with small, blue plastic animal figures inside. The bottom of the container can fit over a child's nose and mouth, which could pose a suffocation hazard to children under three years of age.

A 19-month-old girl reportedly had the Tangled Treeples container stuck over her face, causing her distress. When her mother removed the container, there was a red mark left on the child's face.

The Tangled Treeples toy's green, plastic container, which measures about 3 inches in diameter and 1.25 inches deep, has trees molded on the outside. Inside are seven "Tangled Treeples" animal figures, including a monkey, owl, snake, raccoon and bear. Children can empty the animals out of the container and link them to form a chain. Writing on the outside of the container reads, "TreeplesTM" and "Made in China."

KFC restaurants nationwide included the Tangled Treeples toys with KFC Kids Meals from June 2000 through July 2000.

Consumers should immediately take the green plastic container away from children under the age of three. They should discard the container or return it to any KFC restaurant for an individual-sized side item, such as macaroni and cheese. For more information, consumers can call KFC at (800) CALL-KFC anytime or visit the KFC web site.

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12, 2002 -- Eveready Battery Co. is voluntarily recalling about 24,000 Kidz Club flashlights, sold under its Energizer brand. The flashlights can overheat and cause the batteries to leak, posing a risk of burns to children.

Eveready has received three reports of the flashlights overheating, including one report of a 4-year-old boy receiving a minor burn to his hand.

The multicolored flashlights measure about 5.75 inches in length, and are made with a metal barrel and a plastic head. They take "C" batteries and have a rotating focusing head. The model number FC230KBP appears only on the reverse side of the package. The words Energizer Kidz Club appear on the head of the flashlight. "Made in China" is written on the base.

Discount department and toy stores sold these flashlights nationwide from April 2002 through October 2002 for about $6.

Consumers should take these flashlights away from children immediately and remove the batteries. Consumers should contact Eveready at (800) 669-6394 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the flashlights and receiving a $12 refund. Consumers also can access the company's web site at www.energizerflashlights.com

August 13, 2009
Nautilus is recalling about 400 F3 dip stations. The footpads on the unit can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

This recall involves Nautilus F3 Chin Dip stationary exercise units. The model number (F3CD) is located on the frame of the product.

The units were sold by Nautilus direct and distributors to fitness centers nationwide from May 2007 through February 2009 for about $1,300. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled exercise units. Fitness centers and clubs have been sent free redesigned support plates for the footpads. Fitness centers and clubs should call Nautilus if they have not received the support plates directly from Nautilus.

For additional information, contact Nautilus at (800) 935-7313 between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the companys Web site at www.nautilus.com.

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

WASHINGTON, July 15, 2002 -- The Coleman Company is voluntarily recalling about 136,000 Mosquito Deleto Traps. The mosquito trap's propane regulator can leak propane or allow an overflow of propane gas, both of which pose a fire hazard to consumers. In addition, the fuel hose attachment sold with the Back Home System can become damaged and leak propane, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

Coleman has received 28 reports of traps melting or catching on fire as a result of propane leaking, and 7 reports of damage to the propane fuel hoses. No injuries have been reported. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

The recalled Mosquito Deleto Traps were sold as a part of the Portable System and the Back Home System. The traps are about 24 inches high, have a green or gray base and top, a black center, and attach to either a 1 lb. propane cylinder or a 20 lb. propane cylinder with a hose.

The traps have two sets of model numbers: 2950-800 and 2950-801, which can be found on a label on the front of the trap above the words, "WARNING: For outdoor use only". The recalled Back Home System traps include a 5-foot rubber hose that connects to 20 lbs. propane cylinders. The Portable System and Back Home System mosquito traps were manufactured in the U.S.

Home centers, mass merchandisers, and hardware stores sold these products from March 2002 to July 2002 for between $170 and $200. The products were sold nationwide, except for California.

Consumers should stop using the mosquito traps and propane hoses immediately. Consumers should contact Coleman at (800) 257-5299 anytime, so that a representative can help determine whether their trap needs to be replaced, repaired, or can continue to be used. For more information, consumers can log on to the company's website at www.coleman.com.

September 23, 2009
Grand Trunk is recalling about 2,500 single and double Parachute hammocks. The hammocks supporting hooks can fail, causing occupants to fall and suffer injuries.

The firm has received nine incidents of hooks failing, resulting in bumps, bruises and/or scrapes.

The recalled hammocks were sold in single and double versions and packaged in a nylon sack. The Grand Trunk logo is printed on the sack. The following models and colors are included in the recall: SH-01 (Single Olive/Khaki), SH-02 (Single Blue/Navy Blue), SH-06 (Single Royal/Khaki), DH-01 (Double Olive/Khaki), DH-02 (Double Lt. Blue/Yellow), DH-03(Double Navy/Silver), DH-04 (Double Navy/Red). The model number can be located on the products hang tag.

The hammocks, made in Indonesia, were sold at specialty outdoor retailers nationwide from July 2008 through June 2009 for between $50 and $60.

Consumers should stop using the recalled hammocks immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.

For additional information, contact Grand Trunk toll-free at (877) 365-2965 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.grandtrunkgoods.com,

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

January 28, 2009
The Land of Nod is recalling about 2,400 "Home Sweet Playhome" children's canopies. A child's head could get entrapped in the canopy's window openings, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards.

The firm has received two reports of a child's head becoming caught in the canopy's window openings. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled canopies involve the 'Home Sweet Playhome' model made of 100% cotton gingham fabric draped from a bamboo hoop which is suspended from the ceiling to create a cylindrical play space measuring 36 inches wide and 9 feet tall. The canopies have an open bottom, a 'door' and three multi-paned 'windows.' They were sold in blue and pink. 'Home Sweet Playhome' canopies sold after October 2005 are not included in this recall. 'The Land of Nod' is printed on a woven label on the canopy.

The canopies were sold at the Land of Nod catalog, Web site www.landofnod.com, and at The Land of Nod stores in Illinois and Washington state from September 2003 through October 2005 for about $100 for the canopy and $139 for the canopy and cushion set. They were made in India.

Consumers should immediately stop using the canopies and take them away from children. Contact the Land of Nod to receive a free replacement fabric portion of the canopy and a $15 gift card.

For additional information, contact The Land of Nod at (800) 933-9904 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.landofnod.com.

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