Recalls in January 1970

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.

WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2000 -- DiaTech USA and Derby USA are recalling about 5,000 bicycles for repair. The disc brakes on these bicycles can stick and prevent the brake pads from returning to the proper position when the brake lever is released. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.

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

DiaTech USA, the manufacturer of the brakes, and Derby USA, the importer and distributor, have received one report of a consumer who lost control of his bicycle when the brakes failed to disengage, and suffered broken ribs.

These are 2000 model bicycles with the following brands and models:

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).

August 15, 2007
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. is recalling more than 800,000 Skil brand circular saws because of a laceration hazard.

The trigger switch on the circular saw can be locked on or the switch can be turned on without the use of the safety lock-out. This can cause unexpected operation of the saw, posing a risk of laceration.

The firm has received five reports of the saw staying on after the user released the trigger. No injuries have been reported.

The recall involves Skil brand circular saws with model numbers 5650, 5700, 5750 and 5755. The model number and date code are printed on the nameplate located on the front of the saw. The recall includes the following date codes:

• 28101 - 29231
• 38101 - 39231
• 48101 - 49231
• 58101 - 59231
• 68101 - 69231

No other models or date codes are included in this recall.

The saws were sold at home centers and independent hardware retailers nationwide from January 2002 through December 2006 for between $70 and $80.

They were manufactured in the United States.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled saws and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact the Robert Bosch Tool Corp. toll-free at (866) 761-5572 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.skil.com.

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

October 2, 2007
Salton Inc. and QVC are recalling about 5,200 "Cooks Essential" four-slice toasters. The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.

QVC has received information that ten toasters reportedly turned on spontaneously, including one incident of fire damage to kitchen cabinets and two incidents of toaster covers burned. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the Cooks Essential four-slice wide slot electric toasters model CET 401. These toasters are made of stainless steel and measure 12 inches long, 13 inches wide and 8 inches high. Each toaster has Cooks Essentials Classic Look Toaster, Model: CET401 printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.

The toasters were sold by QVC through its television station, its Web page; its toll-free number, outlet, and its employee and Studio stores from January 2003 through June 2003 for between $63 and $69 plus about $8 for shipping and handling. Some recalled toasters may have been sold at various retailers.

They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Consumers who bought a toaster from a QVCs television program or at QVC.com were sent a package by mail containing information on how to receive a refund. Consumers who have not received the information packet should call QVC at (800) 367-9444, from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET, seven days a week or visit QVCs Web site at www.qvc.com.

Consumers who bought a toaster at a QVC outlet or retail store should return the toaster at the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund. For all non-QVC purchases, contact Salton at (800) 233-9054 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.esalton.com.

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

December 12, 2007
ROMI Enterprises is recalling about 6,000 Oceanic and AERIS SCUBA regulators. An internal component that seals air between the high pressure first-stage and the intermediate pressure second-stage can fail. This can result in uncontrolled flow of air to the diver and pose a risk of serious injury or death.

ROMI has received two reports of units malfunctioning during diving and six reports of units malfunctioning while being tested by dealers prior to delivery to consumers. No injuries reported.

The recall involves the following regulator first stages: -->

The model and serial numbers are stamped on the side of the body or on the bodys rubber covering.

The items were either sold or repaired at authorized Oceanic and AERIS retailers nationwide from May 2006 through October 2007. The items sold for between $300 and $500. They were made in the U.S. and in Taiwan.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled regulator first stages and take them to any authorized Oceanic or AERIS dealer for a free replacement part.

Consumer Contact: For further information or to determine if your specific unit is affected, contact ROMI toll-free at (888) 636-9390 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Oceanic customers can send an e-mail to service@oceanicusa.com or visit the firms Web site at www.oceanicworldwide.com. AERIS customers can send an e-mail to info@diveaeris.com or visit the firms Web site at www.diveaeris.com

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

May 16, 2007
About 300,000 children's turquoise rings distributed by Cardinal Distributing are being recalled due to a lead poisoning hazard.

The silver-colored rings have a round turquoise-colored stone on top. The stone is surrounded by a band of small silver-colored balls.

The rings were sold in vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores in the Baltimore, Maryland area from August 2002 through April 2007 for 25 cents.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled rings away from children and throw them away.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Cardinal Distributing at (800) 368-2062 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.vendingdepot.com

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