Recalls in January 1970

December 20, 2007
Remington and McQuay ComfortPac Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps are being recalled following several fires. Wires in the heater element can overheat and spark, posing a smoke and fire hazard to consumers.

McQuay has received three reports of fires that caused property damage and four additional reports of smoke, smoldering, and/or charring. One incident led to two consumers being treated for smoke inhalation.

The recall involves the Remington and McQuay ComfortPac Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHP) commonly installed in hotels, nursing homes, and other commercial locations. These B and B+ vintage electric heat units come in size 12 (12,000 BTU) and size 15 (15,000 BTU). The model numbers included in the recall are:

• PTAC12B208 KXBA and KXCA
• PTAC12B265 MXBA and MXCA
• PTHP12B208 KXBA and KXCA
• PTHP12B265 MXBA and MXCA
• PTAC15B208 KXBA and KXCA
• PTAC15B265 MXBA and MXCA
• PTHP15B208 KXBA and KXCA
• PTHP15B265 MXBA and MXCA

The model numbers are printed on the product identification plate, which is located underneath the front cover below the control box. The recalled units also have the following numbers on the power cord: 105575703 (208/230V) and 105575803 (265V).

The units were sold through McQuay sales representatives and distributors nationwide from November 2001 through June 2006 for about $350.

They were manufactured in Malaysia.

McQuay has been directly notifying businesses. Building managers or owners who have not been contacted by McQuay should stop using the recalled units immediately and contact the firm for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact McQuay at (800) 235-2152 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.mcquay.com.

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

October 9, 2007
Toshiba is recalling about 142,000 AC adapters sold with portable DVD players. The AC adapters can fail, causing the portable DVD player to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Toshiba has received two reports of minor damage to the bottom of the DVD player. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the AC adapter sold with the Toshiba portable DVD player Model SD-P1600. Toshiba and ADPV16 can be found on the side of the adapter. Toshiba, Model SD-P1600, and the serial number can be found on a rating label on the bottom of the cabinet for the DVD player.

The units were sold at consumer electronics stores nationwide from January 2005 through April 2006 for between $200 and $230. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the AC adapters immediately and contact Toshiba Customer Solutions for a replacement adapter.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Toshiba Customer Solutions toll-free at (877) 290-6064 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.tacp.com.

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

November 23, 2007     Spanish
More than 200,000 sets of 'Crystal Innovations' jewelry sold at Michaels Stores are being recalled because of high levels of lead. The recalled metal jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled products are metal jewelry components. The SKU numbers can be located on the products packaging above the barcode. The following Crystal Innovations products are included in the recall:

• Flip Flop Charm SKU# 10369909
• Heart Crystal Closure SKU# 10391027
• Heart Princess Closure SKU# 10391029
• Seabreeze Clasps SKU# 10391040
• Flower HK Crystal/AB Closure SKU# 10391046
• Flower HK Princess Closure SKU# 10391048
• Flower Rope Seabreeze Toggle SKU# 10391050
• Toggles w/Heart Crystal AB SKU# 10391052
• Toggles w/heart Princess SKU#10391054
• Princess Earring Set SKU# 10391076
• Slider Metal Rectangle Abalone SKU#10369900
• Charm Open Flower SKU# 10370038
• Earring Set Drop Crystal/AB SKU# 10391065
• Earring Set Drop Seabreeze SKU# 10391067
• Flower Charm SKU# 10369907
• Purse-Sunglasses Charm SKU# 10369910
• Heart Seabreeze Closure SKU#10391028
• Crystal/AB Clasps SKU# 10391039
• Princess Clasps SKU# 10391041
• Flower HK Seabreeze Closure SKU# 10391047
• Flower Rope Crystal/AB Toggle SKU# 10391049
• Flower Rope Princess Toggle SKU# 10391051
• Toggles w/heart Seabreeze SKU# 10391053
• Crystal/AB Earring Set SKU# 10391074
• Seabreeze Earring Set SKU# 10391075
• Toggle Bracelet SKU# 10370037
• Charm Open Cross SKU# 10370039
• Earring Set Drop Princess SKU# 10391066

The contaminated jewelry was sold at Michaels Stores nationwide from April 2006 to September 2007 for about $5. It was made in China.

Consumers should immediately take these jewelry pieces away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Pure Allure at (800) 536-6312 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday; visit the firms Web site at www.pureallure.com/recall or e-mail the firm at info@pureallure.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).

February 26, 2007
Volkswagen is recalling 790,000 vehicles because of faulty brake lights, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The affected vehicles include Jettas, New Beetles, Golf/GTIs and R32s including the 4th generation 1999-2005 Jetta sedans, 2001-2005 Jetta wagons, 1998-2007 New Beetle, 2003-2007 New Beetle Convertibles, 1999-2006 Golf/GTIs and the 2004 R32, all in the United States.

The malfunctioning brake lights and brake light switches at times do not work properly and at other times brake lights incorrectly remain on.

This recall expands a previous recall announced by VW last year when 362,000 Jettas and New Beetles were recalled because of the same defective part.

Volkswagen dealers will be immediately accepting service appointments to perform the repair at no charge even though VW does not plan to notify owners until April.

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

October 23, 2007
Cybex International Inc. is recalling about 4,700 Cybex and Trotter treadmills.

The treadmills are among about 34,000 that were recalled in 2003 because of a fire hazard. During repairs associated with the earlier recall, wire nuts were installed improperly, causing the treadmills to overheat and posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Cybex International has received five reports of treadmills overheating or catching fire resulting in damage to the treadmill. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the treadmills "Cybex 400T," "Cybex 410T," "Trotter 510," "Trotter 525", "Trotter 535", and "CXT+" that were recalled (link) on October 8, 2003 and later repaired. The treadmills are black with gray coloring, have rectangular uprights, and measure 69 inches long and 30 inches wide. The brands and models are written on the display panel. The CXT+ model does not bear the brand Cybex or Trotter.

The treadmills were sold by Cybex International and Cybex dealers nationwide from September 1993 through October 2001 for between $3,300 and $4,000.

They were manufactured in the United States.

Consumers whose treadmills were included in the 2003 recall and were repaired should immediately unplug and stop using the treadmills. Consumers with recalled units will be notified directly by Cybex. Consumers should call Cybex directly to schedule a free repair.

Consumer Contact: Call Cybex toll-free at (888) 678-3846 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cybexintl.com/retro.

August 27, 2007
J.C. Penney Recalls Spindle-Back Chairs 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: Windsor Spindle-Back Side Chairs

Units: About 4,000

Importer: J.C. Penney, of Plano, Texas

Hazard: The wood stretchers can split while in use and the chairs can collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: J. C. Penney has received four reports of chairs splitting and collapsing. One minor whiplash injury has been reported.

Description: This recall involves the Windsor Spindle-Back side chair sets. The set is comprised of four chairs made of solid hardwood. Each chair measures 36 inches high. The backs and legs are painted white and the seat is a natural wood color.

Sold by: Exclusively through J.C. Penney catalog and online stores from April 2006 through June 2007 for about $250 for a set of four chairs.

Manufactured in: Malaysia

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled chairs immediately and contact J.C. Penney to obtain free replacement chairs. Consumers also can return the chairs to their closest J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit the companys Web site at www.jcp.com

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

November 23, 2007
Colossal Jewelry is recalling recalling about 10,000 metal necklaces and bracelets. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled metal necklaces and bracelets have silver-colored charms. Some also have colored beads. Awesome Boutique or Share the Love is printed on some of the jewelrys packaging.

The jewelry includes a necklace with a metal flower-shaped charm that hangs from a pink cord, a metal heart charm bracelet, a metal heart angel charm bracelet with colored beads, a metal bracelet with four heart charms and ruby-colored beads, necklaces with painted hearts that hang from a cord, and necklaces with tiny purses in various colors.

The jewelry was sold at various discount and dollar stores nationwide from January 2005 through June 2007 for about $1. It was made in China.

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

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Colossal Jewelry & Accessories at (888) 808-5093 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at colosssaljewelry@comcast.net.

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).

May 17, 2007
Currey & Company is recalling about 1,500 table lamps. The light sockets on these lamps have a defect, which poses electrical shock and fire hazards.

This recall involves Currey & Company table lamps that ranged in height from 26 to 34 inches. The recalled table lamps include model numbers 6037, 6038, 6039, 6040, 6043, 6044, 6045, 6046, 6047, 6048, 6632, 6633, 6685, 6913, and 6954. The model number is printed on the packaging and on the bottom of the lamp base. A Currey & Company hang tag was attached to the lamp at the time of sale.

The lamps were dolst at specialty stores, lighting showrooms and through interior designers from April 2006 through January 2007 for between $240 and $420.

Consumers should immediately stop using these lamps, and contact Currey & Company to determine if they are included in the recall. The firm will arrange for the return of the recalled lamps for a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact Currey & Company toll-free at (866) 577-6430 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at Currey & Company Table Lamps.

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

August 18, 2007
Clarion Corp. is recalling another 1,500 of its N.I.C.E. P200 Navigation and Entertainment Systems because of burn and fire haards. The recall is in addition to 2,500 units recalled earlier.

The lithium-ion batteries in these units can melt or overheat posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.

Clarion has received 15 reports of the units melting or overheating. No injuries have been reported.

The N.I.C.E. P200 is a black portable navigation and entertainment device that can be attached to a vehicle's windshield. The device has a 4-inch touch screen LCD monitor and contains one lithium battery. 'Clarion' and 'N.I.C.E. P200' are printed on the device. 'Clarion NAVBATTERY' is printed on the battery. The recall includes any N.I.C.E. P200 in which batteries were previously replaced.

The devices were sold at car audio and mobile electronics stores nationwide from May 2006 through August 2007 for a suggested retail price of $800.

They were manufactured in South Korea.

Consumers should stop using the recalled batteries immediately and contact Clarion Corp. for a full refund, information on returning the product, and a postage paid envelope to return the product.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Clarion Corp. at (800) 347-8667 Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, email parts@clarion.com, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clarion.com.

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

December 12, 2007     Spanish
Fishing Games sold at grocery stores are being recalled. They have parts that contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recalled Fishing Game contains a fishing pole, one large battery operated fish, and three small wind-up fish. The UPC #011546208270 and product #25741 are printed on the products packaging.

The games were sold at Grand Union Family Markets, Southern Family Markets, P&C Stores, Publix Super Markets, and Food Lion stores nationwide from October 2007 through November 2007 for about $10. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the product away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Far East Brokers and Consultants toll-free at (877) 695-8354 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.fareastbrokers.com.

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

November 7, 2007
International Sourcing Ltd. is recallinga bout 7,500 dragsters and funny cars sold in connection with National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) events.

Surface paint on the wheels and engine of the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recall includes plastic models of a dragster and funny car. The dragster is approximately 22 inches long, black in color with various sponsor decals on the toys. The funny car is approximately 14 inches long and is also black in color. Both models have the ISL logo imprinted on the underside.

The cars were sold at NHRA events through Schumacher Racing, and Matco Tools through door to door sales by its representatives from March 2007 through September 2007. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the toy away from children, and return it to International Sourcing Ltd. for a full refund or replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact International Sourcing Ltd at (877) 404-1584 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.islpromotions.com.

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

December 20, 2007
Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif., is recalling about 13,000 Christmas candle sets.

The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard.

This recall involves the 2-pieced Snowman and Christmas tree candle set. The snowman candle measures 6 and inches high and the Christmas tree candle measures 7 inches high.

The candles, made in China, were sold through SMCs catalog from October 2003 through September 2007 for between $4 and $13.

Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact SMC to return the candle for a refund of the original purchase price.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact SMC at (888) 839-8757 or visit the companys Web site at www.smcorp.com/recall.

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

November 8, 2007
Yamaha is recalling about 49,000 AC power adapters. The housing of the power adaptor can separate, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.

Yamaha has received five reports of units separating. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the Yamaha PA-3C power adaptor with a date code of 0624. The adaptor is used with Yamaha keyboards and digital drum sets. The model number is written in white print on the front of the plug of the adaptor and the date code is etched into the plastic at the bottom of the plug panel. The adaptor can be purchased as part of a set or separately.

The items were sold at musical instrument retailers nationwide from July 2006 through September 2007 for about $20. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the recalled power adaptor immediately and contact Yamaha to return the power adaptor and obtain a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Yamaha Corporation of America toll-free at (866) 509-0320 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, or visit the firms Web site at www.yamaha.com/warranty_safety.asp.

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

June 19, 2007
Childrens butterfly necklaces distributed by GeoCentral are being recalled.The metal clasp on the necklace contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled necklaces consist of a multi-colored butterfly pendant on a multi-colored seed bead 16-inch necklace. The products packaging includes a white hang card with GeoJewelry printed on the front underneath GeoCentral.

The items were sold at souvenir and gift stores nationwide from January 2006 through May 2007 for about $2.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return them to store where purchased for a full refund or contact GeoCentral for information on how to obtain a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact GeoCentral at (800) 231-6083 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.geocentral.com.

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

October 12, 2007     Spanish
J.C. Penney is recalling about 2,900 Alyssa shag rugs. The rugs fail to meet federal standards for flammability and could ignite, posing a risk of fire and burn injuries to consumers.

This recall involves Alyssa shag rugs that were available in the following dimensions: 2 x 3 oval, 4 x 6 oval, 5 x 8 oval, 8 x 11 oval, 8 round, and a 2 x 6 rectangular runner. The rugs have a one-inch pile height and were available in four color patterns: red/natural/brown, chocolate/olive/natural, gold/rust/natural, and blue/rust/green/natural.

The rugs were sold through the J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from June 2007 through August 2007 for between $30 and $300. They were made in India.

Consumers should stop using the recalled rugs immediately and return the rugs to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

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

February 7, 2007      Spanish version
Children's "Ultra Gear" bracelets are being recalled because they contain high levels of lead.

The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled bracelets are 8-inch long, silver-colored chain bands that have a 1 ' -inch long casting with assorted designs, including a snake and a sword.

The bracelets were sold at U.S. Gifts stores, dollar stores and small discount stores nationwide from July 2004 through January 2007 for about $1.

Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased or contact DM Merchandising, the importer, for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact DM Merchandising at (800) 548-6784 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.dmmerchandising.com

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

December 19, 2007
Discount School Supply is recalling about 13,000 giant measuring charts. The paint on the grow chart contains excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The Giant Grow Chart measures a child's growth with a giant yellow ruler-shaped plastic chart. The grow chart also has a picture of a bean stalk painted on it from top to bottom.

The charters were sold by discount School Supply catalogs and the company's Web site from August 2000 through August 2007 for about $10. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the chart immediately and contact Discount School Supply to receive a credit or refund.

Consumer Contact: For more additional information, contact Discount School Supply at (800) 919-5242 between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday; visit the firm's Web site at www.discountschoolsupply.com.

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

December 12, 2007
Federal safety regulators are recalling 33,303 Thomas Built school buses manufactured by Freightliner LLC because of a potential fire hazard.

Auto reset circuit breakers used in the buses can malfunction and cause a Tyco PC board to melt, potentially resulting in a vehicle fire, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

A fire can occur possibly resulting in a crash, NHTSA reports on its Web site.

The 2001 to 2008 model year buses were manufactured from October 23, 2000 through January 24, 2006.

Freightliner has not provided NHTSA with a proposed remedy for the fire hazard.

The recall is expected to begin in February 2008.

October 2, 2007
Target is recalling about 82,000 Plush Boys rattles. The rattles can break open releasing the small beads inside, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The recalled rattles were sold in three styles: a white baseball with red stitching, a brown football with white stitching, and an orange basketball with black stitching. The tag sewn into the rattle contains: "Reg. No. PA5706(CN), Distributed by Double Nice Co Ltd. 3f-2 No. 325, Wu Chuan Road, Taichung, Taiwan, Made in China."

They were sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide from March 2007 through May 2007 for about $1. The rattles were made in China.

Consumers should take the recalled rattles away from young children immediately and return them 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).