Recalls in January 1970

January 6, 2009
Viking Range Corp. is recalling about 10,000 four-slice toasters. Wiring inside the toaster can become loose and contact the toaster body, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Viking has received five reports from consumers who experienced a minor shock when touching the outside of the toaster.

The recall involves Viking Professional Four-Slot Toasters, model numbers VT400WH, VT400BK, VT400GG, VT400SG, VT400BR and VT400CB. The toaster has a label on its underside that states in part, Viking, UL Listed 73D3, Viking Range Corporation, Model VT400 Series.

The toasters were sold by culinary products retailers, online dealers, and Vikings web site from April 2005 through November 2008 for about $300. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately and unplug it, and contact Viking to obtain a free replacement toaster.

For additional information, contact Viking toll-free at (888) 267-4460 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.vikingrange.com.

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

May 8, 2003

Multi-purpose lighters shaped like matchsticks distributed by Amen Wardy Home are being recalled. The lighters lack child-resistant mechanisms that meet federal safety standards. Young children could operate these lighters, which poses a fire hazard.

No injuries have been reported.

The lighters are refillable, gas-fueled lighters shaped like a wooden match. They have a brushed, silver-colored metal finish with a black plastic slide lever that is moved to ignite the lighter. The end of the lighter is painted red to resemble the head of a match. The lighters were available in both 7-inch- and 14-inch-long sizes. They were sold in a clear plastic sleeve and do not have any labeling on either the lighter or package.

The lighters were sold at the Amen Wardy Home store in Caesar's Palace, at Las Vegas, Nev., and the firm's Web site sold them from July 2002 through January 2003 for between $10 and $20.

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

Contact Amen Wardy Home for instructions on how to obtain a refund for these lighters. Dispose of the lighters in a manner that is in compliance with all state and local requirements. The lighter should not be incinerated or punctured.

For more information, call Amen Wardy Home toll-free at (877) 349-5330 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or send an e-mail to info@amenwardy.com. Consumers also can write to: Amen Wardy Home, ATTN: Lisa Toy, 4230 S. Decatur Blvd., Suite A, Las Vegas, NV 89103.

January 6, 2009
Ms. Bubbles Inc. is recalling about 55,000 girls' hooded blue denim passport jackets. The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

The recalled blue denim jackets have a white terrycloth underlay lining and drawstring. The jackets were sold in childrens sizes medium (7-10), large (11-14) and x-large (15-16). Style number BF1400 KP is printed on the hang tag attached to the garment.

The jackets were sold by T.J. Maxx, J.C. Penney, and Forman Mills stores nationwide from August 2007 through December 2007 for about $10. They were made in China.

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 Ms. Bubbles Inc. to receive a refund.

For additional information, contact Ms. Bubbles toll-free at (866) 342-3802 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. PST, Monday through Friday.

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

April 13, 2006
Trendset Originals is recalling about 1,700 "Who's That Girl!" sweaters.

A drawstring is threaded through the hood of the garment, posing a strangulation hazard to children, in violation of federal safety regulations.

The recalled girls' hooded sweaters are pink, blue and white and have a label that reads "Who's That Girl!" The R/N number is 48829 printed on the inside neck tag of the garment.

The sweaters were sold exclusively at Gordman's Department stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2005 for about $10.

Consumers can remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the hooded drawstring sweater to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Trendset at (800) 908-8308 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Trendset's Web site at www.trendsetny.com.

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

April 17, 2003

Battat Incorporated is voluntarily recalling about 300,000 sets of toy drumsticks sold with the Parents Bee Bop Band drum sets. The end piece of the drumstick handle can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Additionally, the screw at the end of the drumstick can loosen and detach, posing a choking hazard.

Battat and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) have received about 240 reports of drumsticks breaking and children mouthing the small pieces, including one report of a child who began to choke.

The centipede-shaped drumsticks were sold with the Parents Bee Bop Band drum set. They're about 10-inches long and were sold in either lime green or blue with black stripes. Model numbers involved in this recall are PM9137T2 and PM91372. The model numbers can be found above the UPC code on the packaging.

Target, Sam's Club and smaller retailers sold the Parents Bee Bop Band drum sets nationwide from November 2001 through March 2003 for about $25.

Consumers should immediately take these drumsticks away from young children and contact Battat for a replacement set of drumsticks. For more information, consumers should contact Battat toll-free at (866) 617-9137 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Drum sets sold with a sticker that reads, "NEW 2003" are not subject to the recall.

November 12, 2009
Easton Sports is recalling bicycles with EA30 stems. The stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of serious injury if the rider falls.

This recall involves all Raleigh 2007, XXIX 700c MTN, RX1.0, Diamondback 2007, Mission, and Sortie bicycles with EA30 stems. The EA30 stems are black with white-and-gray graphics and feature a four-bolt stem face cap.'EA30' is printed on the stem. EA30 stems sold as aftermarket items are included in this recall.

The bicycles were sold through independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2007 through August 2009 for between $500 and $1,200. Aftermarket stems were sold from August 2007 through September 2009 for about $30. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop riding the bicycles and contact any authorized Easton Sports for a free replacement stem.

For more information, contact Eason Sports toll-free at (866) 892-6059 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.eastonbike.com(PDF).

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

October 2, 2003

Crosman Corporation is voluntarily recalling about 1,500 spring-piston, break-action air rifles. The air rifles can discharge unexpectedly when the user closes the barrel, posing a serious risk of injury to consumers and bystanders.

Crosman Corporation has received one report of an air rifle unexpectedly firing, though no injuries have been reported.

The recalled break-action, spring air rifles include Crosman Model numbers RM177, RM177X, RM677, RM677X, RM877 and RM622 that were produced before August 2001. Models produced after that time are not included in this recall.

The recalled air rifles have brown wood stocks, black barrels, and blue and white striped spacers on the butt plate. The RM622 shoots .22 caliber airgun pellets; the other models shoot .177 caliber airgun pellets. The RM177X and RM677X were sold with scopes. Each barrel is imprinted with the model number and the words, "Manufactured for Crosman Corp. by Mendoza."

Authorized dealers, gun shops and sporting goods dealers nationwide sold the air rifles from June 2001 through August 2001 for between $130 and $250.

Consumers should stop using these air rifles immediately and contact Crosman Corporation at (800) 724-7486 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for instructions on returning the rifle for a free repair or replacement with a comparable model. Crosman will reimburse consumers for the cost of shipping. Consumers also can log on to the company's Web site at www.crosman.com to view safety and recall information posted since September 2001.

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

Husqvarna is recalling about 8,200 Craftsman lawn tractors. The tractors parking brake can fail posing a loss of control hazard.

The recalled tractor is gray colored, has 19.5 HP engine, automatic drive, and a 42 inch cutting deck. The following model and serial numbers are included in the recall. The model and serial numbers are located on a model plate under the tractors seat.

The tractors, made in the U.S., were sold by Sears and Kmart stores nationwide and on the Web at www.sears.com from January 2009 through April 2009 for about $1,200.

Consumers should stop using the recalled tractors immediately and contact Sears for a free inspection at your home and, if necessary, a free repair of the parking brake cable. Sears is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Sears at (800) 978-7615 between 9 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Sears Web site at www.sears.com.

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

December 16, 2009
Timberland is recalling about 21,000 pairs of childrens work boots. The logo stamped onto the insoles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves children's Timberland 6 Classic Scuffproof boots. The boots are wheat-colored leather and were sold in toddler size 4 through junior size 7. Model and manufacturer/date code numbers included in this recall are listed below. The model and manufacturer date code numbers are printed below the size on a white tag inside the boots.

The boots were sold at shoe stores and specialty retailers nationwide from June 2009 through October 2009 for between $50 and $70. They were made in Thailand.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled boots away from children and contact Timberland to receive free replacement insoles for the boots.

For additional information, contact Timberland at (800) 445-5545 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.timberland.com

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

May 29, 2003

Conceptual Marketing & Development Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 1.1 million metal blades for their model 4650 weed cutting attachment. The blades can break off and hit consumers causing severe impact and laceration injuries.

There have been 16 reports of blades breaking, resulting in 12 injuries, ranging from lacerations requiring stitches to tendon and bone injuries.

Only cast aluminum metal alloy blades are included in the recall. The blades measure 1/4 inch thick, 1 inch wide and 4 inches long, and are a dull silver color. Blades that are either smooth on the bottom or have ridges are included in the recall. All of the blades were made in the U.S.A.

Home improvement and hardware stores nationwide sold the blades with the weed cutting attachments, or separately as replacements, from November 1999 through December 2001.The model 4650 weed cutter with blades sold for about $15 and a set of three replacement blades sold for about $6.

Consumers should stop using the recalled blades immediately and contact CMD for free replacements. Consumers can contact CMD at (800) 210-9949 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).

August 26, 2009
Lutron is recalling about 245,000 sets of roller shades because they pose a risk of strangulation to infants and children.

Strangulations can occur if the shades looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or the floor and a childs neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves custom-ordered made-to-measure manual roller shades. The shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. They have a label on an adhesive strip that connects the shade fabric to the roller tube that reads Lutron Shading Solutions and 800-446-1503. The shade needs to be removed from the brackets and unrolled completely to access the label. The shade was sold with an orange, black and white hang tag warning consumers that young children can STRANGLE in cord and bead chain loops. However, the hang tag may have been discarded upon installation. Nearly all shades were professionally installed.

The shades were sold by specialty dealers and Expo Design Centers nationwide from January 2000 through April 2009 for between $200 and $2000 per shade.

Consumers should immediately check their window coverings to see if the tension device is attached to the cord and installed into the wall or floor. If not attached, immediately stop using the window coverings and contact Lutron Electronics to receive a free repair kit. If the consumer has difficulty installing the tensioning device, contact Lutron for further instructions.

For additional information, contact Lutron at (866) 793-4270 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.lutron.com/cordedshades.

Safety regulators remind consumers to examine all Roman Blinds and shades in their homes. If looped pull cords are present or exposed inner cords are found on the back of blinds or shades and children are in the home or occasionally visit your home, please consider replacing them with blinds or shades that do not have exposed pull cords or inner cords.

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

May 12, 2009
Lumetique is recalling about 7,000 16-ounce Botanika candles. The glass can break during use, posing a fire hazard..

The firm has received ten reports of the glass breaking during use, two of which resulted in fires causing property damage to household items and carpet. One consumer reported a cut on her foot when the glass broke and another consumer reported a wax burn from blowing out the candle.

The recalled candles were sold under the DayNa Decker "Botanika" brand in 16 ounce green glass vessels, 4 inches wide by 5 inches high. Botanika candles in the smaller 3 ounce and 6 ounce sizes are not included in the recall. The words "DayNa Decker" and "Bacara," "Bardou," "Clementine," "Indigo," "Leila," "Manzanita," "Sierra," "Violetta," "Yasmin" or "Zelia" appear on the bottom of the glass vessel.

The candles, made in the United States, were sold by resorts, spas, gift shops and specialty stores nationwide from March 2008 through April 2009 for about $76.

Consumers should immediately stop using the candle and contact Lumetique to receive a full credit toward the purchase of DayNa Decker brand products.

For additional information, contact Lumetique toll-free at (888) 872-0228 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.daynadecker.com.

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

September 10, 2003

Swimways Corp. is recalling about 3,400 "Sandy Claws" swim trainers. The nylon body strap on the swim trainer can detach or tear from the flotation device and release a child into the water, posing a serious drowning hazard to young children.

There have been seven reports of the body straps detaching and two reports of the seams splitting, though no injuries have been reported.

The recalled "Sandy Claws" Swim Trainer is a red and yellow colored fabric crab with eight stuffed legs and two eyes covering a styrofoam buoyancy float. Black straps are attached to the side seams to fasten around a child. Printed on the underside of the crab float are the words, "Swim Ways" and "CAUTION: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use."

Specialty pool and toy stories nationwide and Internet retailers sold the flotation devices from January 2003 through July 2003 for about $12.

Consumers should stop using the swim trainers immediately and return them to the company for a full refund. Swimways will provide consumers with a self-addressed envelope to return the product.Consumers should contact Swimways at (800) 889-7946 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

August 26, 2009
Victoria Classics is recalling about 163,000 sets of thermal sailcloth and matchstick bamboo Roman shades sold at Target.

Strangulations can occur when a child places his or her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. Exposed operating cords can knot or tangle creating a strangulation loop. No injuries have been reported.

This recall includes two styles of shades Thermal Sailcloth and Matchstick Bamboo roman Shades all have a small sewn-in label on the back that reads home, Made in China. The shades measure about 64 inches long. The widths of the thermal shades are 23, 27, 31 and 35 inches and were sold in coffee, red, ivory and tan. The widths of the Matchstick roman shades are 23, 27, 31, 35 and 36 inches and are brown.

The shades were sold at Target stores and at Target.com nationwide from September 2008 through June 2009 for between $15 and $40.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled roman shades and contact Victoria Classics to receive a free repair kit.

For additional information, contact Victoria Classics toll-free at (800) 583-9845 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET daily, or visit the firms Web site at www.victoriaclassics.com.

Safety regulators remind consumers to examine all Roman Shades and Roll-up blinds in their homes. If looped pull cords, exposed inner cords, or exposed lifting loops are found and children are in the home or occasionally visit your home, please consider replacing the blinds or shades with products that do not have exposed pull cords or inner cords.

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

Jan. 16, 2003

Build-A-Bear Workshop is recalling about 80,000 "Founding Bear" stuffed bears. The nose of the stuffed bear can be pulled or twisted off, posing a choking hazard to a young child.

Build-A-Bear Workshop has not received any reports of injuries resulting from these stuffed bears. This recall is being conducted to prevent possible injuries.

The recall includes the "Founding Bear," and the "Founding Bear II." The "Founding Bear" is about 19-inches long, and the "Founding Bear II" is about 18-inches long. Both stuffed bears are chocolate brown and have cream-colored paws and snout. "OUR FOUNDING BEAR" is written on a cardboard tag that was originally attached to the bear's ear.

Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and web site sold these stuffed bears nationwide between March 2000 and December 2002 for between $22 and $25.

Consumers should take these stuffed bears away from young children immediately. Build-A-Bear Workshop will exchange the bear for any other item they sell of equal value or provide a Build-A-Bear Workshop gift card. Consumers should return the stuffed bears to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store or contact the firm for instructions on mailing the bear. For more information, call Build-A-Bear Workshop toll-free at (866) 236- 5683 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.buildabear.com

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

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

June 4, 2009
Backyard Play Systems LLC is recalling about 1,800 outdoor playset gliders. The retaining rings used to secure the gliders to the playset can become loose or detached, posing a fall hazard to children.

Backyard Play Systems has received one report of a retaining ring falling off. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves outdoor playset gliders designed to hang from home play equipment. The green plastic gliders were sold as an accessory to home play equipment marketed under the brand names Heartland Premium Play Systems, Yardline Play Systems and Backyard Play Systems.

The gliders, made in China, were sold by Backyard Buildings and More and Lowe's stores nationwide and online at Costco.com, BettyMills.com, and BackyardBuildings.com from February 2008 through May 2009 for about $100.

Consumers should immediately stop using the gliders. Backyard Play Systems is notifying all customers directly and is providing a free repair kit which includes replacement hardware and written instructions.

For additional information, contact Backyard Play Systems toll free at (866) 890-2211 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Saturday (March through October). Consumers can also email the firm at customerservice@backyard-play.com.

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

February 17, 2006
Polycom Inc. is recalling about 21,000 lithium ion batteries in SoundStation2W wireless conference phones. The batteries can overheat, which could pose a fire or burn hazard.

Polycom has received two reports of batteries overheating and causing minor damage to the tables on which the units sat. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled batteries were sold with the SoundStation2W wireless conference phones, and separately as replacement batteries. The SoundStation2W Part Number is printed on the underside of the telephone. The SoundStation2W Part Numbers and SKU numbers are as follows:

SoundStation2W recalled battery Part Numbers, SKU numbers and date codes are as follows:

The batteries have a black or white plastic coating and a white label with the following title: RECHARGEABLE Li-ion BATTERY. The recalled battery Part Numbers can be found on the bottom right hand corner of the white label on the battery pack. The date code can be found to the left of the Part Number. Recalled batteries have the date code of 1205 (December 2005) or earlier printed on the white label of the batter pack.

The phones were sold by Polycom business to business resellers who sell through catalogs, online, telesales, through office supply stores or on the Polycom Web store from August 2004 through January 2006 for between $700 and -$900. Replacement batteries were sold for between $50 and $90.

Customers should remove the battery pack from their SoundStation2W unit immediately. Once the batteries are removed, customers can still use their conference phone by keeping the charger plugged into the unit. Customers should not attempt to use other batteries in the unit. Consumers should contact Polycom Inc. for information on receiving a free replacement battery.

For additional information, go to www.polycom.com/2WBattery or call Polycom Inc. at (800) 917-5738 between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers also can contact their local Polycom office or write to: Polycom Inc, 1565 Barber Lane, Milpitas, CA 95035 ATTN: SoundStation2W Battery Return Program.

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

December 15, 2003

Hill-Rom is recalling 2,900 rocking chairs. The chairs support assembly can fail and cause the rocking chair to collapse, posing the risk of injury to the user.

Hill-Rom has received 40 reports of rocking chairs collapsing, including two reports of consumers receiving bumps and bruises to the head and shoulders.

The wooden rocking chairs were sold in two styles, a contemporary model (PI155131) and a more traditional model (P155132). Both style rocking chairs have a clear varnish finish. The rocking chairs can be identified by washers and screws located under the seat, near the legs.

The chairs were sold at hospitals and similar institutions between January 1997 and May 2003.

Consumers should stop using the rocking chairs and contact Hill-Rom to receive a replacement rocker glider. Contact Hill-Rom toll-free at (800) 455-3730 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

January 26, 2006
Steve & Barry's University Sportswear is recalling about 334,000 children's outwear garments. The The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children.

In February 1996, safety regulators issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist of drawstrings of upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

The recalled garments are various color jackets, coats, and sweaters sold in youth sizes up to size 12 with drawstrings through the hood. Many of these garments have the names of colleges and universities written on them. A tag sewn on the garment reads, Steve & Barrys Quality Athletic Goods. The style numbers are 15178, 16105, 16168, 16230, 16231, 16257, 16509, 17197, 17285 and 18346, which is written on a collar or side label.

The jackets were sold at Steve & Barrys University Sportswear stores nationwide from January 2004 through December 2005 for between $6 and $10.

Consumers should remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the store where purchased for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Steve & Barrys University Sportswear toll-free at (877) 866-7776 anytime, or visit the firms Web site at www.steveandbarrys.com.

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