Recalls in January 1970

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).

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).

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).

October 5, 2007
Razor USA is recalling about 20,000 of its E300 electric scooters. A weld can break causing the handlebar to detach. This can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the scooter.

Razor has received 25 reports of welds breaking on the handlebar, including three reports of minor injuries, such as scrapes and bruises.

The recall involves Model E300 Electric Scooters, which are powered by battery-operated motors. The model number appears on the tube that connects the head tube to the deck. The recalled scooters are blue or silver.

This recall includes only products with barcodes beginning in 100620-03 through -09. Products with other barcodes or no barcode are not included in this recall. The barcode can be located on the steering stem, the battery tray, the charger, and the product's packaging.

The scooters were sold at Pep Boys stores nationwide and various Internet retail sites from January 2006 through October 2006 for between $190 and $230. They were manufactured in China.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact Razor USA to obtain a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Razor USA toll-free at (866) 623-3297 anytime, or visit the firm's Web site at www.razor.com/recall.

Picture of Recalled Razor(r) E300 Electric Scooter

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

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).

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).