November 28, 2007
Toyota Motor Corp. is recalling 49,000 Lexus cars sold in the U.S. and worldwide as 215,020 of the vehicles sold in Japan because of a faulty fuel pipe that could lead to a fuel leaks.
The recall covers the Lexus GS350, Lexus IS250, Lexus IS350 and Mark X sedans manufactured between December 2003 and December 2005, according to a report the automaker filed with the Japanese transport ministry.
Toyota said no accidents have been reported because of the defect.
Lexus Recall for Faulty Fuel Line...
November 21, 2007
Cooper Lighting Inc. is recalling about 274,000 Metalux fluorescent shop lights. When the two prongs on the plugs electrical cord are touched simultaneously while lamps are installed, the light can pose an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Cooper Lighting has received six reports of consumers experiencing an electric shock. No serious injuries have occurred.
This recall involves the Metalux fluorescent shop lights Model 9240. Only date codes between December 1, 2006 (344 06) and September 14, 2007 (257 07) are included in this recall. The date code format includes the day and the year. For example, 344 06 refers to the 344th day of year 2006, or December 1, 2006. The model number and date code can be found on the packaging and on labels adhered to the fixture housing.
The lights were sold at major home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2007 to October 2007 for between $8 and $10. They were made in China.
Consumers should stop using the light fixture immediately and uninstall it according to instructions posted at www.cooperlighting.com. The fixture should be returned to the place of purchase for a full refund or credit.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cooper Lighting at (800) 440-1676 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.cooperlighting.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Metalux Fluorescent Shop Lights Recalled...
February 12, 2007
Atmel Corp. is recalling about 4,000 microcontrollers used in Honeywell digital cellular communicators that power home and business security systems.
The microcontroller in the communicator can enter an unrecoverable lock-up state due to a programming issue. The lock-up could result in a service interruption, and fail to transmit an alarm signal in the event of a fire or property invasion.
Honeywell has received 39 reports of problems with the microcontroller where it reportedly entered an unrecoverable lock-up state. There have been no reports of failure to report an emergency and no reports of injury or property damage.
The digital cellular communicator can be used as a primary means of security communications for a residence or business. The recall involves the Atmel microcontroller AT91SAM7S256 installed in Honeywell digital cellular communicator, Model 7845GSM.
Distributors nationwide sold the recalled communicators to commercial installers from July 2006 through October 2006 for about $250.
Customers who have not been contacted directly should immediately contact the firm for information on how to receive a free replacement communicator with updated software. Installers that purchased the communicators have been contacted directly.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Honeywell at (800) 573-0154, between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm?s Web site at www.security.honeywell.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Honeywell Security System Controllers Recalled...
December 18, 2007 Spanish
Honda has recalled 43,200 Acura RL sold in the U.S. because of a faulty power steering hose that could crack, leak fluid onto the catalytic converter and cause a fire.
Honda said that high temperatures under the hood of the Acura RL can cause the power steering hose to crack.
If power steering fluid leaks onto the catalytic converter a fire can result according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration.
Honda reports that no injuries or fires have resulted from the faulty hose however.
The recall affects Acura RL sedans from the 2005-2008 model years.
All of the recalled Acura automobiles were made in Japan.
Acura RL Sedans Recalled...
April 17, 2007
Cardinal Distributing Co., of Baltimore, Md. is recalling 900,000 children's necklaces and charm bracelets because the paint on the jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The recalled necklaces have sports-themed pendants including blue or green basketballs, yellow stars, '01,' and 'Perfect 10.' The pendants hang from a black cord. The bracelets include green or pink painted heart-shaped charms and silver-colored charms shaped as suns, moons, stars, padlocks, keys, rattles, and fishbones.
The items were sold in vending machines located in malls, discount, department and grocery stores nationwide from January 2006 through April 2007 for 25 cents.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces and charm bracelets away from children and discard them.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cardinal Distributing Co. Inc. 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).
Children's Necklaces and Charm Bracelets Recalled...
December 19, 2007
The Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) is recalling about 11,000 'Soldier Bear' toys. The surface paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
This recall involves the following wooden toys and a plastic military vehicle toy playset. The style number, UPC codes and 'Soldier Bear' logo are printed on the toy's packaging.
-->| Toy Description | Style | UPC |
|---|---|---|
| Wooden Pull-Along Learning Blocks Wagon (aphabet blocks in a wooden wagon) | 6320 | 834162002158 |
| Time Teacher (magnetic shapes & clock in pull cart) | 6231 | 834162002646 |
| Wooden Riding Horse | 6349 | 834162003698 |
| Vehicle Playset (blue military vehicle with action figures | 1007 | 4895130810072 |
The toys were sold at AAFES stores worldwide from August 2006 through October 2007 for between $5 and $20. They were made in China.
-->Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and return them to the nearest AAFES store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact AAFES at (800) 866-3605 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.AAFES.com
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
AAFES Recalls 'Soldier Bear' Toys...
February 16, 2007
Currey & Company is rcalling about 2,600 Thomasville table and floor lamps. The lamps' light socket has a defect, which poses electrical shock and fire hazards.
Currey & Company has received six reports of lamps tripping circuits and sparking or catching on fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
This recall involves Thomasville table and floor lamps in the Felicity Collection. The recalled table lamps include model numbers starting with 60001 and ending with 1006, 1007, 1008, 1009, 1010, 1011, 1012, 1013, 1014, 1015, 1018, 1019 and 1020. The floor lamps include model numbers starting with 60001 and ending with 1016 or 1017. The model number is printed on the packaging and on the bottom of the lamp base.
The lamps were sold at Thomasville Furniture dealers nationwide from August 2006 through October 2006. The table lamps were sold for between $240 and $380. The floor lamps were sold for about $370.
Consumers should stop using the lamps immediately and return them to the retailer where purchased to receive a free replacement lamp.
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 companys Web site at www.curreyco.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Thomasville Lamps Recalled...
January 10, 2007
Cannondale is recalling its 2007 Model road bicycles. The bicycle's front brake can fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
The recalled road racing bicycles are made from aluminum and carbon fiber or all carbon fiber. The model name is printed on the bicycle's top tube. They were sold in the following colors: natural aluminum/carbon, red, black or black and blue.
Recalled models include:
• 2007 Six 13 Team 1
• 2007 Six 13 Team 1/Compact Drive
• 2007 Synapse Carbon SL1/Compact Drive Si Crank
• 2007 Synapse Carbon SL1/Standard bottom bracket, Dura Ace Crank
The bikes were sold by authorized Cannondale dealers nationwide from July 2006 through November 2006 for between $3,200 and $4,500.
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately until inspected or repaired. Cannondale or Authorized Cannondale Dealers have contacted affected consumers directly for a free inspection and repair, if necessary.
Consumer Contact: Consumers with one of the recalled models who have not been contacted by Cannondale or an Authorized Cannondale Dealer can contact Cannondale at (800) BIKE-USA between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.cannondale.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Cannondale Recalls Road Bicycles Due to Brake Failure...
February 23, 2007
Children's "Kidsite" jewelry sold at Kmart is being recalled. The necklace and earring sets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The children's necklace and earring sets have birthstones made of plastic gemstones in various colors. The pendants on the necklaces are shaped like flowers on a silver-colored chain. The matching pierced earrings have round birthstones. The month of the birthstone and "Kidsite" are printed on the front of the products' packaging. Kmart is printed on the back.
The rings were sold exclusively at Kmart stores nationwide from October 2001 through December 2006 for about $5.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and return it to any Kmart store to receive one of three free children's jewelry sets.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kmart at (800) 659-7026 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit Kmart's Web site at www.kmart.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Kidsite Jewelry Sold at Kmart...
August 28, 2007
Wolverine World Wide Inc. is recalling about 9,500 of its Caterpillar brand steel toe logger boots.
The recalled logger boots could be incorrectly labeled as resistant to electrical current. This poses a shock hazard to consumers who come in contact with an electrical current.
This recall involves Caterpillar brand steel toe logger boots. The boots were sold in women's and men's sizes. Women's boots were sold in black and have stock number P88030. Men's boots were sold in brown and black and have stock numbers P88033 or P88034. Stock numbers are printed on a label on the tongue of the shoe. The Caterpillar logo and 'EH' are also printed on the label. The word 'Caterpillar' is printed on the outside of the boots.
The boots were sold by shoe stores and other independent retailers nationwide from September 2006 through July 2007 for between $90 and $130. They were manufactured in China.
Consumers should stop wearing the recalled boots immediately and contact Wolverine World Wide to receive a free replacement pair of boots.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Wolverine World Wide at (800) 789-8586 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site www.wolverineworldwide.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Wolverine Recalls Caterpillar Logger Boots...
May 31, 2007
Royal Products Inc. is recalling its Vivre Royale Pine Cone Candles because they present a fire hazard.
The candles exterior coating and beads can ignite and catch fire. The fire resulting from the coating and beads on the exterior of the candle could ignite nearby combustibles.
The firm has received one report of a candle fire causing minor property damage. CPSC has received one report of a flare up with damage contained to the candle. No injuries have been reported.
This recall involves the Vivre Royale Pine Cone Candle, Item Number 41419. The item number is located on the packaging of the product. The warning label on the bottom of the packaging states, Made in China. Royal Products Inc. The candle is shaped like a pine cone. The candle wax is purple inside and the coating on the outside of the candle is brown and gold. There are small clear beads all over the outside of the candle.
The candles were sold through specialty stores nationwide from October 2005 through December 2006 for between $12 and $15.
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and return them to the place of purchase for an exchange or full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Royal Products at (800) 693-1199 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.royalproducts.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Royal Products Recalls Pine Cone Candles...
September 26, 2007
RC2 Corp. is recalling about 800 Britains Knights of the Sword series toys. Surface paints on the toy knights contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The three recalled silver knight toys are mounted on red horses sold individually in see-through blister cards. Britains and Knights of the Sword are printed on the top of the card in the packaging. The recalled toys include a mounted silver knight on a red horse with an axe; a mounted silver knight on a red horse with two hands on a raised weapon; and a mounted silver knight on a red horse with a lance.
The toys were sold at specialty toy stores nationwide from April 2004 through March 2006 for about $8. They were made in China.
Consumers should take these recalled toys away from young children immediately and contact RC2 to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact RC2 toll-free at (866) 725-4407 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at http://recalls.rc2.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
RC2 Recalls Knights of the Sword Toys...
July 26, 2007
Pacifiers decorated with crystals are being recalled because of the aspiration and ingestion hazard they pose to infants.
The pacifiers were sold by: Dara Linda's Baby Bling and Jewelry Design, of Davie, Fla.; Bling Toes, of Cherry Valley, Ill.; Baby Bling Things, of Appleton, Wis.; PeaNaPod Bling and Accessories, of Fort Wayne, Ind.; and MJM Crystal Designs, of Boca Raton, Fla.
The pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards for pacifiers. The pacifiers' crystals can separate easily, posing an aspiration and ingestion hazard to young children.
The recall involves pacifiers that were purchased from stores, decorated with Swarovski crystals, then resold to consumers. The crystals were glued on the pacifier's handle and guard. They come in different colors and designs. The chart below lists additional information about the products sold.
-->| Company Name/Contact |
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(Note: Although these products were advertised by third parties as Swarovski products or containing Swarovski crystals, Swarovski does not manufacture these products or endorse their use.)
The pacifiers were manufactured in the United States.
Consumers should take these pacifiers away from young children immediately and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a full refund.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Pacifiers Decorated with Crystals Recalled...
June 12, 2007
Silver stud earrings sold exclusively at Kmart are being recalled by Crimzon Rose Accessories. The recalled earrings contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The earrings are oval-shaped, silver-colored studs. ACCESSORIES is printed on the front of the earrings packaging. Kmart is printed on the back.
The earrings were sold exclusively at Kmart stores nationwide from October 2004 through March 2007 for about $3.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled earrings and return them to any Kmart store for a free replacement pair of earrings.
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).
Accessories Silver Stud Earring Sets...
October 11, 2007
J.C. Penney is recalling about 2,400 Breyer 2006 stirrup ornaments. Surface paints on the ornaments contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The recall involves a stirrup-shaped ornament with a white prancing horse and blue ribbons. 2006 is stamped on the rim of the ornament.
The ornaments were sold through the J.C. Penney catalog and Web site from August 2006 through August 2007 for about $18. They were made in China.
Consumers should keep the ornament away from young children 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).
J.C. Penney Recalls Breyer Stirrup Ornaments...
November 23, 2007
Cherrydale Fundraising is recalling about 45,000 stretchable aqua bracelets. The bracelets contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
The recalled bracelets are stretchable, with silver-colored square links and aqua-colored beads. SKU#5384706813 is printed on the packaging.
The bracelets were sold at dollar stores, liquidators, and schools as part of fundraising, nationwide from September 2003 through April 2007 for between $1 and $12. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bracelets and take them away from young children. Return them to the store where purchased or contact the firm to receive a full refund.
For additional information, contact Cherrydale Fundraising at (800) 333-2565 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.cherrydale.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).
Cherrydale Fundraising Recalls Stretchable Aqua Bracelets...
February 27, 2007
Mirraco LLC is recalling about 11,000 BMX bicycles. The front wheel forks on these bicycles could have been welded improperly. This poses a risk that the weld could fail, and the rider could lose control and fall.
The firm has received four reports of steer tube rotation and one report of a fork separation due to failure of the welds. No injuries have been reported.
-->The recall involves BMX bicycles. The model name is printed on the bicycle. Recalled models include the following:
| Mirraco Models | ||
|---|---|---|
| Blend 3 | Black Pearl 3 | Fivestar Park |
| Blend 2 | Black Pearl 2 | Icon Moto |
| Blend 1 | Black Pearl 1 | Icon 20Forty |
| Blend 1s | ||
| Blend 16 | ||
The bikes were sold by authorized Mirraco dealers nationwide from November 2006 through January 2007 for between $265 and $550.
Consumers should stop using the bicycles immediately and have them inspected by a Mirraco dealer. If the inspection shows that the bicycle is part of the recall, the fork will be replaced free of charge.
-->Consumer Contact: Call Mirraco toll-free at (888) 431-7653 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, or visit the firm's Web site at www.mirrabikeco.com
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
BMX Bicycles Recalled...
January 16, 2007
Sportsstuff Inc. is recalling about 11,000 air pumps. The pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations to the user and nearby consumers.
Sportsstuff has received 52 reports of pumps exploding, 13 of which resulted in lacerations. Six of these incidents involved facial lacerations and one consumer reported an eye injury.
The recalled products are 2.5 PSI pumps with model numbers 57-1504-A and 57-1504 that are used to inflate low pressure inflatable items such as rafts and toys. The Model No. 57-1504-A pump was sold separately with an assortment of interlocking nozzles to adapt to a number of needs. The Model 57-1504 pump was sold with the Sportsstuff Launch Pod, an inflatable water trampoline sold under Sportsstuff number 58-1002.
The model number and the date code "0104" are located on the Underwriters' Laboratories label on the top of each pump. "2.5 PSI" was not written on the air pump, but was written on the packaging.
The pumps were sold through marine distributors, mail order catalogs, and sporting good and various other stores nationwide from January 2004 through January 2005 for about $50. The Launch Pod water trampolines that included recalled pumps were sold at Sam's Club from January 2004 through August 2004 for about $375.
Consumers should immediately stop using the pumps and contact Sportsstuff for a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: Call Sportsstuff toll-free at (888) 814-8833 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.sportsstuff.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Sportsstuff Air Pumps...
Arpil 26, 2007
The Holmes Group is recalling about 300,000 oil-filled electric heaters. A poor electrical connection within the heater can lead to overheating. This poses fire and thermal burn hazards.
The Holmes Group has received reports of 59 incidents involving the recalled heaters. There were 12 reports of minor injuries including four reported burns. There were 36 reports of property damage including four fires that caused between $41,000 and $200,000 in damage.
The recall involves Holmes oil-filled electric heaters with model number HOH2505 and HOH2520. The model number and "Holmes" are printed on the side of the unit near the bottom.
The heaters were sold at discount department stores, hardware stores and other retailers from September 2005 through February 2007 for between $40 and $50.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact the Holmes Group to receive a free replacement heater.
For additional information, contact The Holmes Group at (800) 306-2471 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.holmesoilfilledheaterrecall.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Holmes Oil-Filled Electric Heaters Recalled...
December 13, 2007
Jo-Ann Stores Inc. is recalling childrens Robbie Ducky holiday water globes. The painted base of the water globes contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
The recalled Robbie Ducky water globe is about 1-1/2 inches in diameter and sits on a 1-1/2 by 1-1/2 inch square base. There are four different globe designs including: Robbie Ducky on a red base, a reindeer on a green base, a penguin on a green base and a polar bear on a red base. Holiday Inspirations Water Globe is printed on the bottom of the globes.
The globes were sold at Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft stores in Florida, Texas, Missouri and Georgia in November 2007 for about $5. They were made in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled globes away from children and return them to any Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Jo-Ann Stores toll-free at (888) 739-4120 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.joann.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Jo-Ann Stores Water Globes...