Recalls in January 1970

February 1, 2007
IKEA is recalling nearly 1 million PARODI Glass Floor Vases worldwide. The base of these vases can break off unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

IKEA has received 18 reports of these vases breaking, resulting in seven reports of injury. In the U.S. a single incident has been reported. The consumer sustained a cut to her foot. Additionally, six reports involving injury have been received from outside of the U.S., with five consumers sustaining cuts to the hand requiring hospital treatment.

The recalled vases have thick black, white or clear glass walls. They stand about 28 inches high and weigh about 11 pounds. The base diameter is about 6 inches and the top diameter is about 9 inches. The IKEA logo and one of three article numbers are printed on the underside of the base. The article numbers are 201-102-34 (black), 501-121-99 (white) and 000-795-45 (clear).

The vases were sold at IKEA stores exclusively nationwide from April 2004 through December 2006 for about $40.

Consumers should return the vase to their local IKEA store for a full refund. To avoid the risk of breakage and possible injury, handle the vase with care.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact IKEA at (888) 966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ikea-usa.com.

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

February 8, 2007      Spanish version
HSN LP, previously known as the Home Shopping Network, is recalling its Bella Cucina 'Zip Cookers' because of a burn hazard.

Hot food under pressure can be expelled from the cooker causing burn injuries.

HSN has received seven reports of incidents resulting in eight injuries involving first, second and third degree burns.

The recalled product is a Bella Cucina 'Zip Cooker,' model number 03908. The name and model number are on the bottom of the pot.

The units were sold via HSN's television network, Web site and toll-free number from February 2003 through March 2004, and at HSN employee and retail outlets from March 2003 through June 2004 for about $70.

Consumers should stop using these products immediately. Consumers who do not receive a direct notice should contact HSN for instructions on how to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact HSN (800) 837-0372 anytime, or visit www.hsn.com.

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

February 15, 2007
Jazwares, Inc. is recalling about 30,000 "Link-N-Lite" magnetic, light-up puzzles sold under the Disney and Marvel brand names.

Small magnets used to connect the puzzle pieces can fall out. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforation or blockage, which can be fatal.

The firm has received reports of nine incidents where magnets became loose from these puzzles. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled Link-N-Lite Magnetic Light-Up Puzzle, which is a double-sided plastic magnetic puzzle for ages 3 and up, has two designs.

The Disney-brand puzzle shows the Disney Princesses on the front and Ariel, from The Little Mermaid, on the back. The Marvel-brand puzzle shows "Spider-Man & Friends" on both sides. Each puzzle measures 8 inches by 10.5 inches, contains nine pieces with four or six magnets per piece, and lights-up when all pieces are in place. A 9-volt battery is placed in the center bottom piece that contains a battery case.

The puzzles were sold at Target and Kohl's stores nationwide and on Amazon.com from June 2006 through January 2007 for about $15.

Consumers should immediately stop using the puzzles and contact Jazwares for a free replacement toy that does not contain magnets.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Jazwares Inc. at (800) 370-1827 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Jazwares' Web site at www.jazwares.com.

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

Home Depot is recalling about 64,000 holiday figurines. Surface paint on the holiday figurines contains lead.

The recalled holiday figurines are painted plastic snowmen and bears. The SKU number is printed on the bottom of the product.

The figurines, made in China, were sold exclusively at The Home Depot stores from October 2007 through November 2007 for between $10 and $20.

Consumers should immediately stop using the holiday figurines and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Home Depot at (800) 394-2064 or visit the firm's Web site at www.homedepot.com.

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

June 19, 2007
Gateway is recalling about 14,000 lithium ion battery packs because of a fire hazard.

These lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, which could pose a fire hazard to consumers. This is not an internal battery cell defect.

Gateway has received four reports of battery packs overheating, including minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled battery packs were shipped as the primary or spare battery pack for some Gateway 400VTX and 450ROG series notebooks, and are identified by part numbers: 6500760 or 6500761. The part number and made by SMP are printed on a label on the underside of the battery pack.

The computers containing the batteries were sold through Gateways professional and direct distributors and Gateway Country stores nationwide from May 2003 through August 2003. The computers with these batteries sold for between $1,200 and $2,400 and individual batteries sold for between $60 and $90.

Consumers should stop using these recalled batteries immediately and contact Gateway to receive a replacement battery. Consumers can continue to use the notebook computers safely by turning the system off, removing the battery pack, and using the AC adapter and power cord to power the system until the replacement battery is received.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Gateway at (800) 292-6813 between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. CT seven days a week or visit the companys Web site at www.gateway.com/battery.

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

October 2, 2007
Timberland is recalling about 193,000 pairs of PRO Direct Attach steel toe boots. The boots could fail to provide the intended protection against compression and impact, posing the risk of a foot injury to consumers.

No incidents of injury have been reported.

This recall involves the Timberland PRO Direct Attach Steel Toe Boots with model numbers 26002 (wheat nubuck leather), 65016 (wheat nubuck leather), 26038 (black full-grain leather), and 38021 (brown oiled full-grain leather). The model number is printed on a green loop tag on the inside of the boot, just below the size.

The boots have a four digit date code ending in 35 and beginning with the numbers 25 through 45 (e.g. 2535, 26354535) which can also be found on the loop tag below the model number. Direct Attach Steel Toe boots made in China are not subject to this recall.

They were sold at shoe stores and other independent retailers nationwide from September 2005 through September 2007 for between $90 and $115. and were made in the Dominican Republic.

Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact The Timberland Company to receive a free replacement pair of boots.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact The Timberland Company at (800) 445-5545 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday, and Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, or visit the firms Web site at www.timberland.com.

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

February 22, 2007
Gel candles sold by Spa at Home stores are being recalled. The candles can have excessive flame height, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

M & A Global Technologies, the importer, has received seven reports of flames coming in contact with nearby combustibles resulting in minor fires, smoke and soot damage. There have been four reports of burn injuries to consumer's hands.

This recall involves Everlasting Jelly candles. Models include Champagne Glass with Heart, Model #502; Large Oval Bowl with Sand & Shells, Model #109-XL; Tumbler with Sand & Shells, Model #101-S; Round Shape with Curly Top and Red Roses, Model #506; Round Shape with Penguins, Model #604; Tumbler with Blue Roses & Leaves, Model #805-11; and Round Shape with Two Butterflies, Model #806-8. The candles were sold in clear glass containers of various sizes with a smaller glass of gel in the middle of the candle.

The candles were sold at Spa at Home stores and Spaathome.com nationwide from October 2003 through December 2003 and October 2005 through December 2005 for between $9 and $50.

Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and contact M & A Global Technologies for instructions on returning the product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact M & A Global Technologies at (866) 224-8811 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).

July 17, 2007
About 55,000 Innovations "Second Wind" bike tire inflators are being recalled.

The combination tire inflator and hand pump can shatter under pressure when inflating tires if there is a blockage in the tire valve, posing the risk of bruises, lacerations, and ringing in the ears to consumers.

The firm has received 12 reports of combination tire inflator and hand pumps exploding. Six injuries were reported, including lacerations, temporary ringing in ear and bruising.

This recall involves the Genuine Innovations Second Wind MTB model with part numbers 2525, 2525-O or 3519 and the Wrench Force Two Shot model with part numbers 84995 or 80383 combination tire inflator and hand pumps. These devices consist of a hand pump and CO2 cartridge inflator. The part number can only be found on the packaging.

The devices were sold at specialty retail stores nationwide and bicycle or motorcycle/ATV catalogues and online stores. The Genuine Innovations Second Wind MTB and the Wrench Force Two Shot were sold from January 2004 through May 2007 for about $30. The Second Wind MTB was sold as part of the Genuine Innovations ATV Deluxe Tire Repair & Inflation Kit from July 2005 to January 2007 for about $50.

The pumps were made in the United States and Taiwan.

Consumers should stop using the combination tire inflator and hand pumps and contact the firm for a free replacement pump head.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Innovations In Cycling at (800) 340-1050 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Thursday, or visit the firms Web site at www.genuineinnovations.com.

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

August 10, 2007
Formation Inc. is recalling about 300 Coca-Cola-themed drinking glasses. The inner wall of the double-walled glasses can break easily, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Formation has received one report of a glass breaking during normal use. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves clear double-walled soda glasses sold in a bell-shape. The drinking glasses were sold in two sizes: 16-ounces and 22-ounces, and have various Coca-Cola graphics printed on the glass.

They were sold at the World of Coca-Cola Store in Atlanta, Georgia exclusively from May 2007 through June 2007 for between $6 and $8.

The glasses were manufactured in China.

Consumers should stop using and discard the glasses immediately. Consumers can contact Formation for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Formation toll free at (866) 428-1176 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.formationinc.com.

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

September 10, 2007
Ohalee Inc. is recalling 36 of its FA-A70 youth ATVs because of mechanical problems that put young riders at risk.

These youth ATVs lack front brakes and a tire pressure gauge, the date of manufacture is not printed on side of the tires, and the front suspension is solid and does not allow for travel. Additionally, the flag pole bracket is not the correct size, and the handlebars do not have padding covering sharp edges.

There is no storage location for the owner's manual, and the manual itself does not contain complete information on the safe operation and maintenance of the ATV. These defects could result in an unsafe riding condition, posing a risk of injury to young drivers.

This recall involves the Ohalee FA-A70 Youth ATVs, which has the name 'Ohalee' on the right and left side of each ATV. The 70cc size ATVs were available in the following colors: red, blue, and black.

The ATV were sold by Odes Motorcycle Industry nationwide from June 2006 through December 2006 for about $360. They were manufactured in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the ATVs and contact the retailer for a full refund. Ohalee, Inc. will contact the consumers and notify them the full refund policy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Ohalee toll-free at (866) 867-5976 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit their Web site www.ohalee.com.

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

October 4, 2007
KB Toys is recalling about 10,000 wooden toys because of lead paint violations.

The recalled toys include Wooden Pull-Along Alphabet & Math Blocks Wagons, Wooden Pull-Along Learning Blocks Wagons, 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts, and Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks.

The toys were sold at KB Toys stores nationwide. The Pull-Along Wagons were sold from August 2005 to August 2007 for between $9 and $13. The 10-in-1 Activity Learning Carts were sold from August 2006 to September 2007 for about $30. The Flip-Flop Alphabet Blocks were sold from August 2006 to September 2007 for about $7. The toys were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to any KB Toys retail store for a store credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact KB Toys toll-free at (888) 843-9520 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.recall.kbtinfo.com

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

October 16, 2007      Spanish
Procycle Group Inc. is recalling 45 Rocky Mountain Solo bicycles. The head tube can detach from the rest of the frame, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

The company has received two reports of head tubes detaching from the frames, resulting in shoulder and facial injuries.

This recall involves the Rocky Mountain Bicycles brand of Solo bicycles. The models included in this recall are: 2006 SOLO CR50, 2006 SOLO CR70, and 2007 SOLO CR LTD. The bicycles have a full carbon Columbus frame. Rocky Mountain and Solo are printed on the head tube.

The bikes, made in Taiwan, were sold by independent bicycle dealers nationwide from August 2006 through July 2007 for between $2,000 and $5,850.

Consumers should stop using the bicycle immediately and return the frame to the bicycle store where purchased to receive a free replacement frame, a full refund, or credit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, please contact Procycle Group Inc. at (800) 666-2512 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.bikes.com.

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

June 7, 2007
First Birthday Party Hats are being recalled because of a choking hazard.

Foil fringe glued to the bottom edge of the party hats can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The paper party hats involved in this recall measure 6.5-inches high by 4.5-inches wide and are cone shaped. The blue paper hats have 1st printed on the front and blue foil fringe glued to the bottom.

The hats were sold at party and discount department stores nationwide from February 2005 through May 2007 for about $4.

Consumers should discard the hats immediately and contact Creative Expressions to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Creative Expressions at (800) 428-5017 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.ceg4party.com.

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

February 7, 2007      Spanish version
Conair is recalling about 322,000 curling irons because of a shock and electrocution hazard. The handle of the curling iron can come apart exposing its line cord.

This recall involves ceramic, gold-matte finish curling irons. The irons have a 1, 1', or 1'-inch barrel, metal counter rest, vertically placed ON-OFF buttons, and a heat set dial that ranges from 0 to 30. A four-digit date code can be found on the plug prong. Date codes included in this recall range from November 2005 through July 2006 (ex. 0706). The name 'Conair' is printed on the handle of the iron.

The irons were sold at discount retailers and drug stores nationwide during January 2006 for about $25.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled curling iron and contact Conair to receive a free replacement.

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

December 11, 2007     Spanish
QVC is recalling about 13,000 Cook's Essential 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 reports of five toasters turning on spontaneously, including two incidents of toaster covers burned and one incident of fire damage to a kitchen cabinet. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the 'Cook's Essential' chrome two-slice electric toasters model CT200. Each toaster has 'Cook's Essentials' and 'Model: CT200' printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.

The toasters were sold by QVC's televised shopping programs, Web page, toll-free number, outlet, and employee and Studio stores from May 2000 through May 2003 for between $50 and $60. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and return it to QVC using the prepaid shipping labels that QVC will provide. Consumers who return their toasters will receive a full refund of the purchase price, plus shipping and handling.

Consumer Contact: Consumers who bought a toaster from QVC's television program or at QVC.com were sent a package by mail containing information on how to receive a refund. Any consumer who bought a toaster at a QVC outlet or retail store should return the toaster to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund. Consumers who have not received the information package should call QVC at (800) 367- 9444 from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. ET, any day or visit the firm's Web site at www.qvc.com.

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

October 4, 2007
CKI Toys is recalling about 15,000 'Totally Me!' decorating sets sold at Toys 'R' Us stores.

Surface paint on the back of the recalled mirror contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The Decor Sets are designed to make various room decor projects and include a clock, clock movement, satin fabric, round box, door hanger, mirror, paper mirror frame, glitter glue, sticker sheet, foam shapes, sequins, seed beads, elastic cord, fabric flowers, and gem stones. The part containing lead is the mirror.

They were sold at Toys 'R' Us stores nationwide and toysrus.com from May 2007 through September 2007 for about $10. The sets were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and return the item to the nearest Toys 'R' Us store for store credit.

For additional information, contact Toys 'R' Us toll-free at (800) TOYSRUS/869-7787 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.toysrus.com.

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

October 11, 2007
Flaghouse Inc. is recalling about 2,400 Kidnastics balance beams. Surface paint on the balance beam contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

The recall involves a foam balance beam measuring 72-inches x 4-inches x 1/2-inch with a blue vinyl cover. A yellow Kidnastics logo is printed on the top of the beam.

The items, made in Taiwan, were sold at various catalogs and Internet Web sites from January 2007 through September 2007 for about $13.

Consumers should immediately stop using the beam and contact Flaghouse for a free replacement, a full refund, or credit toward the purchase of another product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Flaghouse at (800) 793-7900 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.flaghouse.com.

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

May 17, 2007
Mervyns is recalling about 228,000 little girls' Capri pants with a snap roll cuff.

The buttons inside the waistband of the pants can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The recalled pants are Ellemenno brand Capri pants sold in girls' sizes 4, 5, 6, 6X, 7 and 8. The pants were sold in a variety of colors including light grey, tan, coral and light aqua blue.

The pants are made of 100% cotton poplin and have a snap at the cuff, the waist band and on the pockets of the pants. Inside of the waistband are two clear buttons and a strip of enclosed elastic for adjusting the fit of the pants. 'VN 69047' is printed on the product care label located inside the waist of the pants.

The pants were sold at Mervyns stores nationwide from December 2006 through April 2007 for about $20.

Consumers should immediately stop their children from wearing the pants and return them to any Mervyns store for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Mervyns at (800) 637-8967 (800mervyns) between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at www.mervyns.com.

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

October 25, 2007
DecoPac Inc. is recalling about 80,000 football bobble head cake decorations. Surface paint on the body of the bobble head contains lead in excess of the federal lead paint standard.

Description: The recall includes plastic miniature football bobble heads with green bases only, which were sold for placement on a cake. The bobble heads represented the following teams:

Football bobble heads with black bases are not included in this recall.

The items were sold at bakeries and ice cream stores nationwide from January 2006 through October 2007 with the purchase of a cake or ice cream. They were made in China.

Consumers should stop using the football bobble heads immediately and contact DecoPac to receive a free product of equal value.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact DecoPac Product Safety at (800) 536-6558 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.decopacproductsafety.com.

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