Recalls in January 1970

November 24, 2003

The May Department Stores Company is recalling more than 57,000 girls' hooded fleece jackets. The zipper pull could detach from these jackets, posing a possible choking hazard to young children.

The girls' hooded fleece jackets have either the brand name "Just Friends" or "Angel Fish" sewn on the inside collar. "Just Friends" also is written on the right pocket. The jackets are 80 percent cotton and 20 percent polyester.

Jackets with style number 60103 were sold in girl sizes 4-6X in pink, green, blue and lilac. Jackets with style number 60104 were sold in girl sizes 4-6X sold in lilac, melon and turquoise. Jackets with style number 70103 were sold in toddler sizes 2- 4 in pink, mint green and lilac. The style number can be found on the jackets' hang tag.

The jackets were sold at May Company department stores, including Lord & Taylor (which sold the "Angel Fish" brand exclusively), Filene's/Kaufmann's, Robinsons-May/Meier & Frank, Hecht's/Strawbridge's, Foley's, Famous-Barr/L.S. Ayres/The Jones Store, from July 2003 through October 2003 for about $13.

Consumers should return the jacket to the store where purchased for a refund or store credit.

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

Jan. 30, 2003

Cooper Lighting Inc. is warning consumers that nearly 600,000 Regent 500-watt halogen bulbs may pose a fire hazard if used in torchiere floor lamps or other indoor residential fixtures.

These 500-watt light bulbs generate very high temperatures compared to incandescent and lower wattage halogen bulbs and can start a fire if they come in contact with curtains, clothes or other flammable material. These bulbs are intended for use in outdoor work lights and flood lamps.

While Cooper has not received any reports of fires or injuries, the CPSC is aware of at least 290 fires and 25 deaths since 1992 involving halogen torchiere floor lamps.

Current packaging for the Regent 500-Watt Halogen Bulb, with model numbers WM500Q and BP500Q, does not contain the recommended warning label of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The label should read, "Warning: Fire Hazard! Do Not Use In Torchieres Or Other Indoor Residential Fixtures." Cooper has asked retailers to add the label to bulb packaging currently on store shelves and new 500-watt halogen bulbs will contain the label.

Wal-Mart, Lowes and smaller retail outlets nationwide sold these 500-watt halogen bulbs between January 1999 and October 2002 for about $4.

Consumers currently using these 500-watt bulbs in a torchiere or indoor residential fixture should remove them immediately. Consumers can continue to use the 500-watt halogen bulbs in work lights, flood lamps, and similar outdoor fixtures. For more information, consumers can contact Cooper Lighting at (800) 954-7145 anytime or log on to the company's website at www.cooperlighting.com.

To meet the current Underwriters Laboratories standard, halogen torchiere floor lamps must be equipped with a protective glass or wire guard and have a halogen bulb that is 300 watts or less.

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

July 7, 2009

This pacifier has a ring-shaped handle and a round-shaped mouth guard with two ventilation holes. "Jaloma" is printed on the handle side of the mouth guard and the nipple has a gel-like liquid inside.

The pacifiers were sold at retail stores in New Jersey and New York from February 2008 through March 2009 for about $1. They were made in Mexico.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from children and contact Gromex for a refund or exchange.

For additional information, contact Gromex collect at (973) 458-9399 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET.

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

November 13, 2003

Target is recalling 26,000 packages of multicolored sidewalk chalk that has been found to contain high levels of lead, posing a risk of leading poisoning to young children.

The Wisconsin Department of Health tested the chalk and identified the high lead levels. No injuries or incidents have been reported.

The sidewalk chalk is packaged in plastic that is molded to five sticks of chalk and a cardboard backing that is labeled "Double Dipp'n Fun." Each stick of chalk is triangular shaped and multicolored, with three colors layered together (green, red, yellow, or blue). This recall does not affect solid color chalk sold in the same packaging.

The chalk was sold at Target stores from March 2003 to July 2003 for about $1 per package.

Consumers should return the multicolored sidewalk chalk to Target stores for a refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Target Corporation at (800) 440-0680 between 7 am and 6 pm CT, Monday through Friday, or go to the company's Web site at www.target.com

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

October 15, 2009
Moser Enterprises Recalls Schwalbe Brand Bicycle Tires Due to Fall Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Schwalbe Ultremo R Bicycle Tires Units: About 5,000 Importer: Moser Enterprises, of Canada Manufacturer: Ralf Bohle GmbH, of Germany Hazard: The tire layers could separate causing the inner tube to rupture, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Incidents/Injuries: None reported. Description: This recall includes Schwalbe Ultremo R bicycle tires. Schwalbe and Ultremo R are printed on the sidewall of the tires. Sold at: Bicycle specialty stores and on the Web at www.schwalbetires.com from April 2009 through May 2009 for about $75. Manufactured in: Indonesia Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled tires and contact their local bicycle dealer for a free replacement set of tires. Customer Contact: For more information, contact Moser Enterprises toll-free at (888) 700-5860 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.schwalbetires.com

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

July 17, 2003

The Toad Lawn Ball Sprinkler is being recalled by its manufacturer, Midwest, of Cannon Falls, Minn.

A small hose inside the toad can fail, allowing water to fill the toad's cavity. The increased water pressure can cause the toad to explode, posing the risk of injury to anyone nearby.

There have been eight incidents involving the lawn balls exploding, though no injuries or property damage have been reported.

The green, frog-shaped sprinkler is 6 1/2 inches long, 6 1/2 inches wide and 7 inches tall. The recalled lawn balls have a label on the bottom that includes the model number 738449 508893 and the words, "Made in China."

The sprinklers were sold at drug, flower, garden, and gift stores nationwide from August 2002 through June 2003 for between $25 and $30. The sprinklers should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For more information about the recall, consumers can call Midwest at (800) 776-2075 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).

December 12, 2003

Schylling Associates is recalling additional units of its Jack-In-the-Box toys. The bead on the crank of the toy can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Two designs of the Jack-In-the-Box type toys are included in this recall, both of which play Pop Goes the Weasel when the crank is turned. One is based on Dr. Seuss Cat in the Hat, and the other is based on Ian Falconers Olivia the pig character.

The Cat in the Hat box is red, yellow and blue and has a black and white cat dressed in a red and white hat that pops out of the box. CAT IN THE HAT is written on the box lid. The Olivia box is black and salmon-colored with CIRCUS written around the top sides. The Olivia character dressed as clown pops out. Schylling Associates Inc. previously recalled a Bear Jack-In-the-Box type toy in November with the same hazard.

Specialty stores, gift shops, department stores and book stores sold the toys nationwide from June 2003 through November 2003 for about $25.

Remedy: Take these toys away from children immediately and contact the firm for information on receiving a refund or replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: Call Schylling Associates Inc. at (800) 767-8697 between 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.schylling.com.

November 6, 2003

BRIO Corp. is recalling 2,100 Plan Toys solid drumgs. The three rubber feet, which are screwed into the bottom of the drum, could be removed in some cases, posing a choking hazard to young children.

No incidents have been reported.

The recalled Plan Toys Solid Drum is natural wood with blue and red triangles painted on the side. The drum measures 6 1/4-inches in diameter and 3-inches high and has curved holes carved into the top. On the bottom of the drum are three rubber feet attached with screws.

The recalled lot numbers are 46271068, 1546214 and 4345141 and are printed on the inside flap of the packaging. A stamp on the bottom of the drum displays the Plan Toys logo.

Specialty toy stores, Internet retailers and mail order catalogs sold the recalled toy drum nationwide from March 2003 through September 2003 for about $15.

Consumers who purchased recalled drums should take them away from young childen immediately and call BRIO for information on receiving a refund or replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact BRIO at (888) 274- 6869 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.Briotoy.com.

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

September 10, 2003

Weber-Stephen Products Co. is recalling about Summit and Vieluxe gas grills. The glass cover and components on the grill's thermometer can break, posing a risk of injury to the user or those nearby.

The company has received three reports of thermometers breaking, resulting in one injury.

The Summit Gas Grills are stainless steel and have model numbers 5210001, 5310001, 5220001, 5320001, 5230001, 5330001, 5260001, 5360001, 5270001, 5370001, 5290001, and 5390001, with serial numbers beginning with the letters DT. The model and serial number is located on the outside right panel of the storage cart. The Summit grills are sold as either a four-burner Silver series or six-burner Gold series.

The private labeled Vieluxe Gas Grills have model numbers 360201, 360102, 370201, 370102 and 370299, with serial numbers beginning with the letters DA, DU, and DT. The model and serial number is located inside of the side access door on the right side of the grill. The grills are sold as either a four-burner 44-inch model or a six-burner 56-inch model, are made of high-grade stainless steel, and are equipped with a rear-mounted infrared burner and rotisserie device.

Weber grills with a brand name other than Vieluxe or Summit are not included in this recall.

The grills were sold at hardware, home improvement and appliance stores and specialty dealers nationwide. The Summit was sold from August 2002 through August 2003 for between $900 and $1,700 and the Vieluxe from January 2001 through July 2003 for between $4,000 and $6,000.

Consumers should contact Weber-Stephen to receive a free replacement thermometer. Consumers should not use the grill until the replacement thermometer has been installed in accordance with the instructions.

Weber-Stephen toll-free at (866) 249-3237 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

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

Safe Bedding For Babies

WASHINGTON, March 14, 2000 -- To prevent deaths from soft bedding, seven major retailers are joining the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in kicking off a safety campaign promoting safe bedding practices for babies.

As many as 900 baby deaths each year attributed to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) may actually be caused by suffocation in soft bedding, such as quilts, comforters, pillows and sheepskins.

Babies "R" Us, IKEA, JCPenney, Kmart, Lands' End, Sears and Target, which account for the majority of baby bedding sales, are making changes to crib displays in retail stores, catalogs, advertisements and websites.

Beginning this Spring, shoppers will no longer see cribs made up with pillows, quilts and comforters. Many retailers will be including cautionary statements about the use of soft bedding for younger babies in their catalogs, on signs attached to cribs, and on inserts that accompany baby comforters and quilts. When babies are featured in crib ads, they always will be pictured sleeping on their backs. Other retailers are going to create bedding safety brochures for customers and add quilt racks to their nursery product lines.

Since 1994, CPSC has warned about the danger of soft bedding to babies under 12 months. But when consumers went to stores or browsed through catalogs, they often got a different message. Cribs made up with comforters, quilts and pillows may have encouraged parents to use these items in the crib with an infant. Parents unaware of the warnings, would not know that these items could be deadly for young babies.

"Parents and caregivers will no longer get a mixed message on how to create a safe sleeping environment for their baby," said CPSC Chairman Ann Brown. "Whether browsing through a catalog or floor display, cribs will now display a safe way to put baby to sleep."

For babies under 12 months, CPSC, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development recommend the following to help reduce the risk of SIDS:

• Place baby on his/her back on a firm, tight-fitting mattress in a crib that meets current safety standards.

• Remove pillows, quilts, comforters, sheepskins, pillow-like stuffed toys and other pillow-like soft products from the crib.
  

• Consider using a sleeper as an alternative to blankets with no other covering.
  

• If using a blanket, put baby with his or her feet at the foot of the crib. Tuck a thin blanket around the crib mattress, only as far as the baby's chest.

• Make sure your baby's head remains uncovered during sleep.

• Do not place baby on a waterbed, sofa, soft mattress, pillow or other soft surface to sleep.
  

CPSC has worked with manufacturers to get warning labels on infant pillows, and is now working for a similar warning on baby quilts and comforters.

February 26, 2009
Silent Diving Systems is recalling about 820 scuba diving hoses because of a drowning hazard.

The diving hoses may have been made without crimps, which can allow gas to leak or water to enter into the re-breather unit of the scuba diving equipment, posing a drowning hazard to the user.

The crimped hoses are used to carry the air supply in the re-breathing diving system. The hoses were sold on three re-breathing models: Inspiration, Evolution and Evolution Plus. Hoses with a smooth (uncrimped) collar and with the model numbers listed below are included in the recall:

Hoses with eight flats on the hose collar have been crimped and are not included in the recall.

The hoses were sold by Silent Diving Systems nationwide from January 2007 through August 2008 for about $60. Re-breathers were sold for about $10,000. They were made in England.

Consumers with the recalled hoses should immediately stop using the hoses and contact Silent Diving Systems to receive a replacement hose. All known purchasers have been contacted directly by Silent Diving Systems regarding the recall.

For additional information, contact Silent Diving Systems toll-free at (877) 336-4077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.silentdiving.com.

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

November 7, 2003
Advantage Publishers Group is voluntarily recalling about 5,300 Amazing Baby Listen and Play activity books. The hub of the pink dial embedded in the inside back cover can come off during use in some of these books, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Advantage Publishers Group received one report from a consumer of a hub coming off. There are no reports of injuries or choking incidents.

The Amazing Baby Listen and Play book has a multi-colored cover with a baby face on the front and is an interactive book designed to allow children ages 12 to 24 months to learn about different sounds, images, and materials. The cover also shows a yellow bird that makes a squeak noise when pressed, and a clear plastic container of multicolored beads. Mounted onto the inside back cover is a small rotating plastic wheel with finger indentations, which makes a clacking sound when turned.

Retail stores, national book chains, wholesalers and distributors, and membership warehouse clubs nationwide sold the activity books from May through October 2003 for $16.

Consumers should immediately take these books away from young children. Consumers should call Advantage Publishers Group toll-free at (866) 748-3731 anytime to order a replacement activity book without the dial. Consumers also can obtain information by going to the companys Web site at www.advantagebooksonline.com.

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

November 8, 2005
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating consumer complaints about battery cables in the 2005 Volvo XC90 SUV.

The complaints focus on the main cable that connects the battery to the starter. In some cases, a nut may come loose and detach the cable from the starter or the starter fails to operate, according to Volvo North America Corp.

NHTSA reports that in some cases smoke was observed coming from overheated cables.

The preliminary investigation will involve 39,500 vehicles. There have been no crashes, fires or injuries linked to the complaints.

October 23, 2009
Coby Electronics is recalling about 19,600 rechargeable batteries sold with portable DVD/CD/MP3 players. The rechargeable batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Coby Electronics has received 10 reports of batteries overheating, including eight reports of fires resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

The recall involves Coby DVD/CD/MP3 players with an 8-inch screen and product number TF-DVD- 8501. The rechargeable batteries sold with the DVD players have serial numbers that begin with 'HY.' The serial number can be found on a white sticker affixed to the battery. 'Coby' is printed on the front cover and the product number is on the bottom of the unit.

The portable players, made in China, were sold at discount, electronics, music, toy, office supply stores and distributors of electronic products nationwide from January 2007 through September 2009 for between $140 and $275.

Consumers should immediately remove the recalled batteries from the unit and contact Coby Electronics to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the DVD/CD/MP3 players with AC or DC power adapters.

For additional information, contact Coby Electronics toll-free at (877) 305-2629 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cobyusa.com.

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

May 17, 2005
Michaels of Oregon is recalling about 8,000 Kydex Belt Holsters for Glock model handguns. The holsters retention strap can move out of position and could cause a handgun to unexpectedly discharge while being reholstered, posing a serious injury risk.

The firm has received three reports of unexpected discharges. In one incident, a law enforcement officer was shot in the leg while reholstering his firearm.

The recall includes Kydex Belt and Tactical Holsters with thumb break fits for Glock model handguns. The holsters are rigid and are made of black Kydex and come with tension screws for a proper fit. The words, Uncle Mikes by Michaels of Oregon are printed on the back of the holster. The recall involves sizes 12, 21, and 25, which is printed on the inside of the holster between the two screws securing the holster to the belt slide.

The holsters were sold through Uncle Mikes and Uncle Mikes Law Enforcement catalogs and at sporting goods stores and gun supply stores nationwide from January 2002 through October 2002 for between $25 and $50.

Consumers who have purchased a Kydex Holster with a Thumb break for a Glock Handgun should stop using it immediately and contact Michaels of Oregon for a replacement retention strap free of charge.

Consumer Contact: Call Michaels of Oregon at (800) 471-4999 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site at www.michaeloforegon.com

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

WASHINGTON, March 18, 2003 -- MOSA Sports is voluntarily recalling about 1,250 "Five 40" brand bicycle helmets. These helmets fail impact testing required under the Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets, violating the Consumer Product Safety Act. Riders wearing these helmets are not adequately protected from falls, and could suffer head injuries.

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

CPSC and MOSA Sports have not received any reports of injuries or incidents involving these helmets. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injuries.

The Five 40 helmets are black, white or red, and have the name "Five 40" printed on the front and back of the helmet. The "V" in the "Five" is much larger that the other letters. A label inside the helmet reads "990803" along with the model name "540." These helmets were manufactured in China.

Sporting good stores nationwide sold these helmets from October 1999 through September 2001 for about $25.

Consumers should stop using these helmets immediately and return them to the store where purchased or MOSA Sports for a refund or free replacement helmet. For more information, consumers should contact MOSA Sports at (800) 804-0211 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

September 26, 2003

About 6,000 Segway Human Transporters are being recalled for an upgrade. The futuristic scooters can suddenly run out of power, causing riders to fall off.

Segway says it knows of three accidents involved the scooter, including one in which the rider required stitches to close a head wound, U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said.

The power problem occurs under certain operating conditions, especially when the batteries are running out. The company said that problems can occur "if the rider speeds up abruptly, encounters an obstacle, or continues to ride after receiving a low-battery alert."

The Segway carries one person who stands on a small platform between two side-by-side wheels. Leaning slightly forward moves the scooter forward, leaning back makes it reverse course and turns are made by twisting the handle.

The Segway "i Series," or HTi167, and all e167 "e series" models sold to commercial users and p133 "p series" models sold in test markets are all being recalled for the software upgrade. For more information, owners can contact the company at (877) 889-9020.

The scooters sell for about $5,000. transporter, which took over a decade for investor Dean Kamen to develop, enjoyed more than two years of hype before it went on sale at Amazon.com Inc's AMZN.O online store in March for $4,950.

December 2, 2003

Showerhead hot water hearters manufactured by Sintex of Brazil and distributed by Barnett of the Caribbean are being recalled because they pose an electrocution and fire hazard.

The showerhead hot water heaters are attached to the shower's water supply piping and connected to a household's electrical supply source when central hot water is not available. Undersized wiring prevents this unit from being suitable in wet locations, the rotary switch is not waterproof and the installation instructions fail to recommend an electrical junction box, but instead recommends tape. Another hazard is the plastic enclosure which poses an electrocution and fire hazard.

Showerhead heaters involved in the recall include model numbers 194310 and 192033. The model numbers are printed on the front of the unit. The heaters are packaged in a clear, plastic bag with card, or in a printed box that reads in part, "Sintex Super Ducha," "Sintex Electronic," and "Made in Brazil."

The hearters were sold at hardware stores and home improvement centers in Puerto Rico from March 2001 through August 2003 for about $20.

Consumers should contact the retailer where the product was purchased or Barnett of the Caribbean for more information on returning the product for a refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Barnett of the Caribbean toll-free at (800) 368- 0809 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.e-barnett.com.

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

March 18, 2009
About 1,500 Sycamore Pro gas generators are being recalled. A plastic sediment cup attached to the bottom of the fuel valve can crack during shipping and handling and cause fuel leakage or spillage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Sycamore SCS has received nine reports of generators leaking. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

This recall involves the following models of the Sycamore Pro gas generators: APEX 3, APEX 7, APEX 6, EGS 3.2, EGS 4.8, and EGS 7. Sycamore Professional and the model name can be found on the front of the generator. All models are black and green and have side control panels. The APEX 3, 6, and 7 are portable generators and have two wheels. The EGS 3.2, 4.8, and 7.2 do not have wheels.

The generators, made in China, were sold by various dealers and stores in Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Oregon, Texas, and Washington between May 2008 and October 2008 for between $940 and $2,340.

Consumers should stop using the recalled generators immediately and contact Sycamore SCS for a free replacement sediment cup. All known consumers have been notified.

For additional information, contact Sycamore SCS at (800) 801-2051 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.sycamorepro.com.

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