Recalls in January 1970

August 23, 2007
Basic Editions girls' clothing sets are being recalled by Kmart.

The recalled shirts have drawstrings at the waist. Children can get entangled or caught in a vehicle door and can be dragged, posing a serious risk of injury or death, in violation of federal guidelines.

The two Basic Edition-brand girls' sets have fully tunneled waist drawstrings and two-fer style layered shirts. One set has a light green screen print top with "Varsity Club Winning Attitude" text, over a white shirt, paired with turquoise cuff shorts. The second set has an orange screen print top with "Paradise University Girls Club" text, over a white shirt paired with light green knit shorts. Both sets were sold in the following girls' sizes: 4/5, 6/6X, 7/8, and 10/12.

The sets were sold exclusively at Kmart stores nationwide from March 2007 through May 2007 for between $10 and $13 per set. They were made in Egypt.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday, or visit Kmarts Web site at www.kmart.com.

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

March 22, 2006
Digital Security Controls is recalling about 32,000 smoke detectors that could fail to detect smoke during a fire.

The recall involves Digital Security Controls FSA and FSB series photo-electric smoke detectors. They are wired directly into the building circuitry, and do not use a battery. The dome shaped units have a metal mesh covering around the smoke sensor.

The units were sold by commercial and residential installers nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for between $60 and $70 per unit.

Customers should immediately contact their installer to receive a free inspection to determine if their units are included in the recall. If so, they will receive free replacement smoke detectors with installation. Customers also can contact Digital Security Controls for additional information on how to receive free replacement smoke detectors. Only professional installers should remove and replace these units.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Digital Security Controls toll-free at (877) 666-1250 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at at www.dsc.com.

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

December 7, 2007    Spanish
FGX International is recalling about 260,000 children's sunglasses because surface paint may contain excessive levels of lead.

The recall involves 15 styles of childrens sunglasses. The style name is printed on the product inside the left temple arm. The name Foster Grant may also appear on the temple arm of some styles. The styles included in the recall are:

The sunglasses, made in China, were sold at various stores nationwide from January 2007 through November 2007 for between $3 and $11.

Consumers should immediately take these sunglasses away from children and return them to FGX International for a free replacement or refund, including shipping and handling.

Consumer Contact: Contact FGX International toll-free at (877) 227-0104 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.fgxi.com

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

October 12, 2007
Collections Etc. Inc. is recalling about 9,000 double hammocks. The wooden rods at the head and foot of the hammock used to extend the fabric can break, causing the hammock to collapse and the user to fall to the ground.

Collections Etc. is aware of five reports of the wooden rods breaking, resulting in four reports of injuries including minor cuts, and sore necks and backs.

This recall involves hammocks made with a solid green fabric and white support ropes. The hammocks green fabric measures 73-inches long by 46-inches wide and supports a maximum of up to 350 lbs.

The hammocks were sold through Web sites and catalogs nationwide from May 2007 through August 2007 for about $20. They were made in Taiwan.

Consumers should stop using the hammocks immediately and contact Collections Etc. for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Collections Etc. at (800) 518-3020 between 8:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Consumers also can also log onto the firms Web site at www.collectionsetc.com.

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

December 6, 2007
Polaris Industries is recalling about 330 of its 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI Utility Vehicles. The fuel tank can leak, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

The firm has received four reports of the fuel tank leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Model Year 2008 Polaris Ranger RZR 800 EFI utility vehicles with model number R08VH76AD (red), and model number R08VH76AG (green) are included in this recall. They were manufactured between August 21, 2007 and October 3, 2007. The model number decal is located under the passenger seat.

The vehicles, made in the United States, were sold by Polaris dealers nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007 for about $10,300.

Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles immediately and contact their local Polaris dealer to arrange for a fuel tank inspection free of charge, and if necessary, a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Polaris at (888) 704-5290 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT every day, or visit the firm's Web site at www.polarisindustries.com.

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

May 31, 2007
NRS is recalling about 1,000 of its Sea Kayak Paddle Floats. The plastic tubes used to inflate the paddle float could break and deflate, posing a drowning hazard to consumers.

NRS has received five reports of paddle floats breaking and deflating. No injuries have been reported.

The NRS Sea Kayak Paddle Float is an inflatable device that is attached to one side of the paddle to help the kayaker re-enter the kayak in open water. The paddle float is yellow and black and measures 15 wide by 28 long, before inflation. The NRS logo is on one side. This recall involves those paddle floats with inflation tubes that are clear or translucent. Paddle floats with black tubes are not included.

The devices were sold at NRS stores nationwide and NRS catalogs from July 2006 through March 2007 for about $40.

Consumers should stop using the paddle floats immediately and contact NRS to determine if you have one of the recalled models. NRS will provide a free replacement paddle float for consumers with recalled units.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should call NRS toll-free at (877) 677-4327 between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. PST Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.nrsweb.com.

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

August 22, 2007
Childrens metal jewelry sold at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls and A.J. Wright is being recalled because it contains high levels of lead.

All sets are sold in a pink gift box with TOBY & ME printed on the front and TOBY & ME hangtags attached to the packaging.

The jewelry was imported by Recalled by TOBY N.Y.C. and made in China.

The items were sold at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and A.J.Wright from August 2006 through May 2007 for about $8.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and contact TOBY N.Y.C. for information on receiving a full refund or replacement item.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact TOBY N.Y.C. toll-free at (866) 235-0588 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email the firm at info@tobynyc.com.

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

December 11, 2007     Spanish
Sauder Woodworking is recalling about 30 TV stands. The plastic feet of the TV stand can crack or break. The stability of the stand can be reduced, increasing the risk of a TV tipping over.

The recalled TV Stand measures 23 inches (h) x 43 1/4 inches (w) x 17 1/2 inches (d) with a brushed maple finish. The stand has black, wrought-iron legs and a lower shelf with a pull-out drawer. The model number (402806) and UPC (0004266643392) are located on the product's carton and instructions. The top shelf does not have a raised front edge.

The stands were sold by a limited number of Wal-Mart stores during August 2007 for about $90. They were made in the United States.

Consumers should contact Sauder to receive free replacement feet. Until the feet are replaced, consumers should be sure the TV is placed at least 1/2 inch back from the front edge of the TV shelf.

Consumer Contact: For further information, contact Sauder at (800) 523-3987 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET on Saturday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sauder.com.

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

November 21, 2007
Raymond Geddes & Co. is recalling about 84,0000 children's pencil pouches. The paint on the pencil pouches zipper pulls contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recall includes Stuff Keepers pencil pouches and Bear Pencil Pouches. The Stuff Keepers pencil pouches are clear vinyl, measure 9 inches by 6 inches, and have a green, orange, pink or blue-colored zipper. Style number 63525 is printed on the packaging. The Bear Pencil Pouches have soft fabric with a stuffed bear face, and measure 9 inches by 3 inches. Style number 67221 is printed on the packaging.

The pouches, made in China, were sold by school supply distributors in schools nationwide from September 1997 through October 2007 for between 50 cents and $2.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled pencil pouches away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. If unable to return to the store where purchased, contact Raymond Geddes & Co. directly.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Raymond Geddes & Co. at (800) 533-6273 x1124 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firms Web site at www.raymondgeddes.com/psa.html.

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

October 11, 2007
J.C. Penney is recalling about 19,000 wood art sets. Surface paint on the outside of the wooden box contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recalled art set, made in Taiwan and Vietnam, consists of a wooden box with several pull-out trays containing 177 different art items, including paints and brushes.

The sets were sold through the J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from September 2005 through August 2007 for about $40.

Consumers should take the recalled products away from young children immediately and return it to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund.

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

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

July 18, 2005
Vance Kitira International is recalling about 2,000 cinnamon spice candles.

The firm has received one report of a cinnamon stick igniting and causing a small fire contained to the candle. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled candle is 4-inches in diameter and 6-inches tall with a long wick that ties two cinnamon sticks to the top of the candle. The candle is brown and cream in color. The item number (CS406BR) and CinnSpc Cndl 4x6 Brown $19.99," and "Made in Thailand are printed on the label on the bottom of the candle.

The candles were sold at department stores and candle retailers nationwide from May 2006 through June 2007 for about $20.

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and contact the firm for instructions on how to remove the cinnamon sticks and trim the wick.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Vance Kitira at (800) 646-6360 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at vancekitira.com.

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

February 22, 2007
CFM U.S. Corp. is recalling about 1.8 million multi-purpose gas lighters sold at Wal-Mart because they lack warning labels.

The lighters do not have a label in English containing precautionary information concerning the proper use and operation. Failure to follow the instructions in the warning label could result in injury.

The recall involves three models of multi-purpose butane lighters sold under the brand name, The Grill Care Company. The lighters are nine or 11 inches long and have the words "The Grill Care Company" and "NOM" printed on the label affixed to each lighter. The lighters come in several colors. Only lighters that have Spanish warnings and do not have English warnings are included in this recall.

The lighters were sold at Wal-Mart from February 2006 through January 2007 for between $1 and $4.

Consumers should contact CFM to obtain safety warning labels in English and instructions for proper placement of the labels on the lighters.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact CFM toll-free at (866) 333-4833 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).

April 10, 2007
SRAM Corp. is recalling about 5,400 bicycle brake caliper sets. The brake calipers could break and detach from the bicycle's fork or frame. This could cause the rider to lose control and crash.

The recall involves the SRAM Force Road Brake Calipers sets sold as aftermarket components. The brake caliper sets have 'SRAM Force' and some have a date or production code embossed on the unit.

The SRAM brake caliper sets may have also been installed on the following makes and models of bicycles: Specialized (S-Works Tarmac SL, S-Works Roubaix); Trek (Project One Madone models); Fuji (Fuji SL1); Scott USA (Addict R3); Bianchi (Bianchi 928 SL); Kuota (Kuota KOM, Kuota KREDO, Kuota KEBEL); Orbea (Orca, Aqua, Loboular, Opal, Arin, Aqua Dama, Dama Race and Diva); Kestrel (Evoke SL/Force, RT700/Force), Titus (Vuelo, Solera) and Sampson (Diablo).

Specialty bicycle retailers nationwide sold individual brake caliper sets from July 2006 through January 2007 for about $270 and bicycles which included these sets through March 2007 for between $3,000 and $7,300.

Consumers should stop using bicycles equipped with these brake caliper sets immediately and contact their bicycle retailer for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact SRAM at (800) 346-2928 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.sram.com

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

February 8, 2007
Toddler Pants sets sold at Meijer Stores are being recalled because of a choking hazard. The zipper pull on the jacket can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

G & W Industries, the distributor, has received one report of a zipper pull detaching into the hands of a toddler. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves 'Little Lass' toddler pants sets sold with a velour jacket and pants, and a tee-shirt. The sets were sold in red and black, and have the words, 'Snow Angel' printed on the front of the jacket. Sizes included in the recall are 2T, 3T and 4T.

The pants were sold at Meijer Stores nationwide from October 2006 through December 2006 for about $20.

Consumers should immediately return the recalled pants sets to the nearest Meijer Store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact G & W Industries collect at (212) 736-4848 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

August 23, 2007
J.C. Penney is recalling about 4,000 spindle-back chairs. The wood stretchers can split while in use and the chairs can collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

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

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.

The chairs were sold exclusively through J.C. Penney catalog and online stores from April 2006 through June 2007 for about $250 for a set of four chairs.

The chairs were manufactured in Malaysia.

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).

WASHINGTON, April 23, 2002 -- Horizon Fitness is voluntarily recalling about 5,900 treadmills. A component of the electronic control panel can malfunction, causing the motor and walking belt to rapidly accelerate and the user can lose balance and fall.

The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), which has received 15 reports of consumers losing their balance and falling off of the treadmill. Injuries include cuts and abrasions.

The models included in the recall are the model year 2000/2001 Paragon, Quantum and Omega treadmills. This recall does not include any 2002 model product, which include the Omega II, Quantum II, Paragon II, and Alpine.

Sporting goods stores, including Total Fitness Solutions, Fitness Warehouse and Play It Again Sports sold these treadmills nationwide from November 2000 through June 2001 for between $699 and $1099.

Consumers should stop using the treadmills immediately and contact Horizon Fitness toll-free at (866) 864-3840 or (888) 993-3199 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday to receive a repair kit and to set up an appointment to receive an in-home repair. Consumers should have their serial number available at the time of the call to determine if their unit is affected.

December 21, 2007
General Motors is recalling 276,000 vehicles including three pricey sports cars from the 2005 to 2007 model years to replace pinion seals in the differentials.

GM reported to federal regulators at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that the seals do not meet specifications and can allow fluid leaks.

The recalled vehicles include the 2005 to 20007 Cadillac CTS-V, the 2006 Saturn Sky and 2006 to 2007 Pontiac Solstice. Also part of the recall are the Cadillac CTS, SRX, STS and STS-V.

Most of the recalled GM models are rear-wheel-drive vehicles but the recall also involves front axles in the all-wheel-drive STS and SRX models.

Owners will be notified in February, GB told NHTSA.

NHTSA began an engineering analysis to investigate complaints of rear differential failure in some Cadillacs earlier this month. At the time, NHTSA reported that failed differentials could lead to loss of power and loss of control.

The agency has reports of at least one crash and one injury related to the problem.

August 3, 2007
The Orvis Company is recalling stuffed horses, pillows and fairy dolls sold with sleeping bags because of a strangulation hazard.

Stuffed Horse: The plush brown horse/pillow was sold as an accessory with the purchase of a Horse Animal Sleeping Bag. The horse pillow has outstretched fore and back legs, a bushy black mane and tail and attaches to the sleeping bag with a hook/loop attachment on the belly of the horse. Stuffed horses with eyes directly embroidered on the plush fabric are not included in the recall.

Fairy Doll: The Fairy Doll toy was sold as an accessory with the purchase of a Unicorn Animal Sleeping Bag. The stuffed fairy doll has a sewn-on pompom nose, a pink satin dress with glitter netting as a ruffled collar, sleeves and dress apron. The doll attaches to the sleeping bag with a hook/loop attachment on the bag and between the dolls wings. The fairy doll is one of three toys that attach to the sleeping bag. Also included are a large unicorn pillow and small flat unicorn. The unicorn attachments are not included in the recall.

The toys were sold through the Orvis Company mail-order catalogue and the firms Web site from September 2006 through December 2006 for about $70.

They were made in China

Consumers should take these toys away from young children immediately and contact the firm to obtain a refund or replacement horse and fairy doll. Consumers can continue to use the sleeping bags while waiting to receive replacement toys.

For additional information, contact The Orvis Company toll-free at (866) 531-6199 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.orvis.com/recall.

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

November 21, 2007
Buy-Rite Designs Inc. is recalling 43,000 sets of "Sparkle City" children's metal jewelry. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled charm bracelets have silver-colored star and butterfly charms, and clear and pink beads that hang from a silver-colored chain. The tack pins are silver butterflies or stars with clear and pink beads.

The jewelry was sold at Big Lots stores nationwide from August 2005 through April 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. If unable to return it to the stores, contact Buy-Rite for information on how to receive a refund.

For additional information, contact Buy-Rite at (888) 777-7952 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.buyriteinc.com.

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