Recalls in January 1970

June 5, 2008
Polycom is recalling about 5,800 SounStation2W wireless conference phones with lithium ion batteries. he battery packs can overheat, posing a fire or burn hazard.

Polycom has received one report of a battery pack overheating resulting in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled battery packs were supplied by Gold Peak Industries Ltd. and sold with Polycom's SoundStation2W wireless conference phones from December 1, 2007 until May 2, 2008, and separately as replacement battery packs during the same time period. The SoundStation2W part numbers and SKU numbers are printed on the underside of the telephone and include the following models:

SoundStation2W recalled battery pack part numbers, SKU numbers and date codes are as follows:

The battery packs have a black or white plastic coating and a white label with the following title: 'RECHARGEABLE Li-ion BATTERY.' The recalled battery pack 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 printed on the white label of the battery.

The units were sold by abuthorized dealers nationwide through catalogs, online, telesales, office supply stores, the Polycom Web store, and Fry's Electronics retail locations from December 2007 through May 2, 2008 for between $700 and $900. Replacement battery packs were sold for between $50 and $90 through the same outlets. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately remove the battery pack from their SoundStation2W wireless conference phone. Once the battery pack is removed, consumers can still use their conference phone by keeping the charger plugged into the unit. Consumers should not attempt to use battery packs other than those supplied by Polycom in the unit. Consumers should contact Polycom for a free replacement battery pack.

For additional information, contact Polycom, Inc. at (800) 963-7627 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polycom.com/2WBattery

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

October 9, 2008   
Hasbro Inc. is recalling about 330,000 Nerf N-Strike Recon Blasters. The blasters plunger can pull the users skin during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the face, neck, and/or chest.

Hasbro and CPSC have received 46 reports of injury to children aged 4 to 12, resulting in bruising, abrasions, pinching/pinch marks, blood blisters and welts.

This recall involves the Nerf N-Strike Recon CS-6 Blasters for children age 6 and up. The toy blaster is yellow with a black handle and orange plunger, trigger, and reload clip. The word NERF in black lettering is on both sides of the blaster and the word ARMED is indented on the orange plunger. RECON CS-6 is on the gray cocking mechanism.

There are five interchangeable parts including the shoulder stock, the flip-up sight, barrel extension, quick re-load clip and dual-mode light beam. Model number 63552 and UPC codes 653569272021 and 653569311218 can be found on the packaging. Only blasters with an exposed orange plunger are included in this recall.

Wal-Mart, Target, Toys R Us, discount stores and toy stores nationwide sold the Nerf blasters, which were made in China, from November 2007 through August 2008 for about $20.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy blasters away from children and contact Hasbro for a free cylindrical cover to prevent additional injuries.

For more information, contact Hasbro toll-free at (800) 245-0910 anytime or visit the firms Web site at www.hasbro.com/nerf.

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

September 11, 2008    
About 2,000 JLA Home zebra rugs sold at JC Penney stores are being recalled. The rugs do not meet the federal flammability standard for small rugs and do not have the required flammability warning label.

The recalled rug measures 30 x 54 and has a black-and-white zebra skin design. The rug was sold under J.C. Penney item number MF728-1050, which is located on the products packaging.

The rugs, made in China, were sold by the J.C. Penney Web site and catalog from December 2007 through July 2008 for between $50 and $70.

Consumers should contact JLA Home to receive a warning label to be affixed to the backside of the rug, or consumers can contact JLA home for instructions on returning the rug for a full refund.

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

December 30, 2008
The Taunton Press is recalling about 64,000 electrical wiring "how-to" books because of errors that could create a shock hazard.

The recalled books are "Wiring a House," 3rd Edition and "Wiring Complete, Expert Advice from Start to Finish."

The books contain several errors in the technical diagrams that could lead consumers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.

The recall involves the 3rd Edition of "Wiring a House." The paperback book's cover is white and yellow and has a photograph of a man wiring a panel. ISBN #978-1-56158-942-5 is printed on the back cover. "Wiring Complete, Expert Advice from Start to Finish" is paperback and has a green, black and white cover that shows hands wiring an electrical wall receptacle.

The books were sold at home improvement stores, book stores, and various other retailers nationwide from February 2008 through November 2008 for about $25.

Consumers should immediately stop using the books and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Taunton at (800) 477-8727 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.taunton.com.

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

October 7, 2008   
Tween Brands is recalling about 12,000 children's necklaces, CD and MP3 players sold at Limited Too and Justice Stores. Surface coatings could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves a Ball and Heart Necklace with pink beads of varying sizes and a pink heart located in the center; a Portable CD Player with flowers and dots available in blue and pink; a pink MP3 Player with purple, green, blue, yellow, and red hearts; and a light blue MP3 Player with a picture of a monkey's face on the front.

The items were sold by Limited Too and Justice retail stores nationwide, the Limited Too catazine (catalog), and on www.limitedtoo.com from May 2007 through August 2008. The Ball and Heart Necklace sold for about $8, the Portable CD Players sold for about $25, and the MP3 Players sold for about $55. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and return them to any Limited Too or Justice store for a full refund and a coupon for a 15% discount off a future purchase.

For additional information, call Tween Brands at (800) 934-4497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web sites at www.limitedtoo.com and www.shopjustice.com.

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

August 3, 2007
Raleigh America is recalling about 1,200 of its 2007 Raleigh Cadent bicycles with carbonage carbon forks. The forks can break during normal use, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries.

Raleigh America has received three reports of forks breaking resulting in injuries including a dislocated shoulder, a concussion and a broken jaw.

The recall involves the 2007 Raleigh Cadent 1.0, Cadent 2.0 and Cadent Carbon bicycle models with carbon forks. Raleigh is printed on the down tube of the bicycle, and the model name is printed on the top tube.

The bikes were sold at Raleigh America dealers nationwide from January 2007 through June 2007 for between $660 and $1930.

They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the recalled bicycles immediately and return them to place of purchase. Raleigh bicycle dealers will replace the forks at no charge.

For more information, call Raleigh America toll-free at (888) 805-6396 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.raleighusa.com.

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

January 27, 2007
Version X Travel'N Baby Mini Hair Dryers are being recalled. The hair dryers are not equipped with an immersion protection plug to prevent electrocution if the hair dryer falls into water.

Electric shock protection devices are required by industry standards for all electric hand-held hair dryers. If the hair dryer falls into water during use and is not equipped with this safety device, it can pose a shock and/or an electrocution hazard to consumers.

The recalled hair dryers are made of plastic and are red, blue or green. The hair dryer's handle folds up. The words "Travel'N Baby" are printed on one side of the hair dryer.

The dryers were sold by independent beauty supply stores and beauty salons nationwide and online at www.metropolisbeauty.com from January 2004 through January 2005 for about $20.

Consumers should stop using these hair dryers immediately and contact Version-X for a replacement hair dryer equipped with an immersion protection plug.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Version-X at (800) 871-6824 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the recall Web site at www.metropolisbeauty.com.

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

November 23, 2007     Spanish
La Femme NY Inc. is recalling about 4,500 children's necklace and earring sets. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled necklace and earring sets have a silver metal chain and a round pendant with a light blue jewel and three jeweled dangling charms.

They were sold at various dollar stores nationwide from October 2005 to April 2007 for about $1 and were made in China.

Consumers should take the jewelry away from children immediately and return it to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact La Femme NY 2 Inc. at (866) 667-5369 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.lafemmeny.com.

The recall is one of several that resulted from an investigation by New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo.

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

December 6, 2007     Spanish
Starbucks is recalling about 167,000 fusion coffee mugs. The plastic handle can detach from the body of the mug when filled with hot liquids, posing a minor burn hazard to consumers.

Starbucks has received 23 reports of handles detaching from the mug, including nine that resulted in minor burns.

This recall involves two styles of Starbucks 14-ounce Fusion Coffee Mugs. The mugs are white and have a black plastic handle, and a stainless steel base. The cups have 'Starbucks Coffee' printed on a black stamp or a brown original Starbucks logo stamp. They were made in China.

Mugs with the 'Starbucks Coffee' stamp were sold at Starbucks stores nationwide from February 2007 through November 2007 for about $11. Mugs with the original logo stamp were sold only at Starbucks Pike Place store in Seattle, Washington during the same period and for the same price.

Consumers should immediately stop using the mugs and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the cups for a full refund. Starbucks is also offering a free beverage as an incentive to return the recalled mugs.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Starbucks at (800) 624-8678 anytime or visit the firm's web site at www.starbucks.com.

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

October 30, 2007      Spanish
Target is recalling about 40,000 home patio sets. The chair can collapse when weight is applied to the front end of the arm rests, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Target has received 35 reports of chairs collapsing, resulting in 18 injuries such as bruising to the back, hips, shoulders, arms and finger lacerations.

This recall involves six-piece home patio sets sold exclusively at Target. The set consists of a table, an umbrella, and four chairs. The chairs and the umbrella have a black aluminum frame covered with a beige fabric.

The sets were sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and on its Web site from November 2006 through July 2007 for about $130. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the recalled patio sets immediately and return the entire six-piece set to any Target store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.target.com.

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

April 17, 2007
RedEnvelope is recalling "Life is good" children's sweatshirts because the garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children, in violation of federal safety standards.

The recalled sweatshirts have 'LIFE IS GOOD' written on the front in sewn-on letters. They were sold in children sizes small (6-8), medium (10) and large (12) with drawstrings through the hood. Sweatshirt colors include dark and light blue.

The sweatshirts were sold at www.RedEnvelope.com from March 2006 through March 2007 for about $35.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can get information about returning the sweatshirts for a full refund by contacting RedEnvelope Inc.

For additional information, call RedEnvelope Inc. toll-free at (877) 733-3683 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.RedEnvelope.com.

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

August 23, 2007
I-O Data Device USA Inc. is recalling AC adapters sold with its network hard drives. The AC adapters can overheat or melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

I-O Data Device USA has received three reports of the adapters overheating and deforming or melting. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves all AC adapters with model number IO-ACADP1510UL. The model number can be found on the AC adapter. The AC adapters were sold with I-O Data network hard disk drives model number UHDL-160U or UHDL-300U. The model number for the network hard disk drive is located on a label at the base of the console.

The items were sold through I-O Data Device USA's Web site, telesales, distributors, and select retailers nationwide from December 2004 through February 2007. The network hard disk drives with adapters were sold for between $300 and $400. They were manufactured in Japan.

Consumers should stop using the recalled adapters immediately and contact I-O Data Device USA for a free replacement adapter.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact I-O Data Device USA toll-free at (877) 878-2926 anytime, visit the companys Web site at www.iodata.com/usa.

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

September 26, 2007
Childrens Toy Rakes sold at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores are being recalled. Surface paint on the handle of the rake can contain excessive levels of lead paint, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recalled childrens rake has a green handle with a yellow duck head attached to the handle. The rake has seven purple tines, also known as teeth. The rake is about 24 inches long. Robbie Ducky Garden Collection Rake is printed on a tag attached to the handle.

The rakes were sold at Jo-Ann stores nationwide from January 2007 through September 2007 for about $7. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy rake away from children and return it to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Jo-Ann Stores Inc. toll-free at (888) 739-4120, option 7, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email the firm at guest.services@jo-annstores.com, or visit the firms Web site at www.joann.com.

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

June 26, 2007
Bond Manufacturing Co. is recalling about 68,000 Rockingham Deluxe Lounge Chairs, also sold as Vanderwall Folding Recliner Chairs.

The chairs can collapse or fall backward due to faulty support brackets or weak frames, posing fall and severe laceration hazards to consumers.

Bond is aware of 13 incidents in which the recalled chairs fell backwards or collapsed. There have been eight reports of injuries. Four consumers reported injuries to their shoulder, back or neck, one consumer reported an injury to her head, two consumers reported hand injuries, and one consumer suffered a severe laceration to the tip of her finger when the chair collapsed.

The recalled recliner chairs have a mesh covering attached to the steel frame by a woven cord. The chairs were sold in the following colors: bronze, navy blue, spa blue, spa green, spa linen, orange, lime, teal and taupe. The recliners are about 40 inches long, 28 inches wide and 46 inches high.

The chairs were sold at hardware, variety and discount department stores nationwide from December 2006 through April 2007 for between $35 and $100.

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

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Bond toll-free at (866) 771-2663 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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

August 22, 2007
Thomas and Friends, Curious George and other spinning tops and tin pails are being recalled because they may contain too much lead.

Surface paints on the wooden handles of the tops and pails contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled tops and pails are primarily metal and have wooden handles. The tops are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or a circus scene. The pails are painted with Thomas and Friends, Curious George, or in a solid red or yellow color. Tops with plastic handles are not included in this recall.

The toys were sold at specialty toy stores and gift shops nationwide from July 2001 through July 2002. The tops were sold for about $13. The pails were sold for about $6.

They were imported by Schylling Associates Inc., of Rowley, Mass., and made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Schylling to receive a refund or free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Schylling at (800) 767-8697 between 9 am and 5 pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.schylling.com.

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

July 17, 2007
Sportsman's Warehouse is recalling about 4,400 Xenon aluminum flashlights because counterfeit batteries may overheat.

The batteries packaged with the recalled flashlights are labeled as 'Panasonic CR123A Industrial Lithium' and have been determined by Panasonic to be counterfeit. The counterfeit batteries can overheat and rupture, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Sportsman's Warehouse has received two reports of batteries overheating and flashlights igniting, with one consumer receiving burns to his hands.

The recall involves High Intensity Xenon Aluminum Flashlights in 6-volt (Item No. 1139422), 9-volt (Item No. 1139423) and 12-volt (Item No. 1139424) models. The recalled flashlights are black and have the Sportsman's Warehouse logo printed on the handle. The recalled flashlights were packaged with two, three or four batteries labeled as 'Panasonic CR123A Industrial Lithium'.

The flashlights were sold at Sportsman's Warehouse stores nationwide from October 2006 through May 2007 for between $30 and $40. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately remove and discontinue using the batteries from the recalled flashlights. Consumers can return the recalled flashlights and batteries to any Sportsman's Warehouse store for a full refund or store credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Sportsman's Warehouse toll-free at (877) 678-0010 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsmanswarehouse.com (PDF)

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

August 27, 2007
Calligaris USA is recalling about 400 ICE bar stools. The seat on the bar stools can detach, causing the consumer to fall and suffer injuries.

Calligaris has received five reports of the seats detaching. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Calligaris bar stools with a contemporary design. The stools have a black or chrome metal base, a low-back, and plastic seats that come in orange, black, white, green, or clear. The words ICE and Calligaris are engraved on the underside of the seat.

The bar stools were sold through furniture stores nationwide from November 2005 through September 2006 for between $250 and $600. They were made in Italy.

Consumers should stop using these bar stools immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a merchandise exchange or a full refund of the purchase price.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers can call Calligaris USA Inc. collect at (336) 431-5500 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).

December 21, 2007
Lenox is recalling 43,000 covered warmer dishes. Flames from the tea candle can extend up the sides of the dish. In addition, a label on the bottom of the dish causes excessive smoke when exposed to the flame.

The firm has received eight reports of flames extending up the sides of the dish and smoking. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves covered ceramic warmer dishes with a rack and tea light candle. A label with Lenox and the SKU number is on the bottom of the warming dish. The following warmer dishes are included in this recall.

The warmers were sold at Lenox and department stores nationwide from October 2007 through December 2007 for about $30. They were made in China and Indonesia.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled warming dish with rack and tea light and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Lenox at (800) 635-3669 Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firms Web site at www.lenox.com/recall

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