Recalls in January 1970

October 21, 2006
Nissan Motor Co. is recalling approximately 132,000 vehicles around the world including 80,000 in the U.S. because of an ignition key defect.

Nissan is recalling about 70,000 Muranos and 10,000 Maxima sedans in North America, according to a company spokesperson.

The car sometimes will not start properly and occasionally the engines start even when the ignition is turned off and the driver moves the steering wheel, according to Nissan.

Nissan will replace several parts between the ignition switch and starter motor.

The recalls involve only models using Nissan's "intelligent key" system with integrated circuit chip which allows drivers to open their car doors with their keys still inside their pockets by just pressing on the handle.

Drivers don't need to insert the intelligent key to get the car to start and can keep the key anywhere nearby.

Nissan says the problem is not with the key or its chip but with ignition connections inside the vehicle.

April 27, 2006
About 55,000 children's necklaces sold at Dollar General stores are being recalled because of a lead poisoning hazard.

The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.

The recalled choker-style necklaces are silver-colored hearts, crosses and clovers that hang from a blue, maroon or black velvety cord. The jewelry's packaging is white cardboard with In Style printed on the front, and UPC number 041838140766 on the back.

The necklaces were sold at Dollar General Stores from January 2003 through December 2005 for about $1.

Consumers should immediately return the recalled jewelry to the nearest Dollar General Store for a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 336-6292, visit the firm's Web site at www.selected-trading.com or e-mail the firm at mrubin@selected-trading.com.

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

April 19, 2006
About 4,000 Eusonic hair dryers are being recalled because of an electrocution hazard. The electric hair dryer's power cord does not have an immersion protection plug. Therefore, if the hair dryer falls into water during use, it can pose a shock and electrocution hazard.

The hair dryers recalled are the Eusonic models numbers 9318, 9329, and 2218. The model numbers are imprinted on the opposite side of the handle from where the slide switch is situated. The hair dryers are red, have a black slide switch and the word Eusonic is imprinted in black on the blower part of the hair dryer.

They were sold at various retail stores nationwide from May 2003 through December 2004 for about $10.

Consumers should stop using the hair dryer immediately and return it to the store where it was purchased to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact Saroj International Inc., toll free at (877) 277-1055 between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or by email at sales@sarojusa.com.

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

June 1, 2006
Nexgrill Industries is recalling about 16,000 gas grills because of a potential fire hazard.

The grill has a hose that connects the propane tank to the burner manifold. If this hose runs up too close to the firebox, the heat can cause the hose to detach from the burner manifold, causing a gas leak and a fire hazard.

Nexgrill has received 31 incident reports, including 28 fires, three hoses melting, two cases of property damage, and four injuries.

The recalled product is the Nexgrill Model 720-0025 Gas Grill. The stainless steel grill is designed to be used with propane gas. The name of the grill is located at the left corner of the exterior of the main burner lid. The serial number is printed on the CSA sticker which is located behind the door. A temperature gauge is located at the center of the main burner lid.

The units were sold at Target, Costco Canada, H-E-B, Chase-Pitkin, and Gander Mountain stores nationwide from December 2003 through March 2005 for between $499 to $599.

Consumers should stop using the gas grill immediately and contact Nexgrill to receive a free, self-installation retrofit heat shield assembly.

Consumer Contact: Call Nexgrill toll-free at (888) 361-0888 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or log on to the company's Web site at http://nexgrill0025.serorder.com

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

October 18, 2006
Baby Cookie Monster toys sold at Wal-Mart are being recalled because of a choking hazard.

The small felt fabric cookie attached to the plush toy's hand can be removed easily and ingested by young children, posing a choking hazard.

This recall involves the Baby Cookie Monster plush toy packaged with certain Sesame Beginnings Make Music Together DVDs. The blue plush toy has a small, felt fabric cookie attached to its hand. The plush toy and DVD are packaged in a yellow and green box with the words "Sesame Beginnings" and "Make Music Together" printed on the front. The product is labeled for children ages 6 months and up.

The toys were sold exclusively at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from March 2006 to July 2006 for about $15.

Using scissors, consumers should immediately remove the felt cookie and its connecting thread from the plush toy. Once detached, the felt cookie and thread should be disposed of immediately.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Sesame Workshop at (800) 986-1619 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit Sesame Workshop's Web site at www.sesameworkshop.org/recall.

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

January 11, 2006
Neptune Systems is recalling about 300 "Direct Connect 8 Power Strips." The metal enclosure on the power strip is not properly grounded, which could result in an electrical shock.

The Direct Connect 8 (DC8) power strip is sold for use to control aquarium equipment with a computer. The power strip has a black aluminum enclosure with eight outlets, and a black extension cord. The serial number is printed on the white label on the side of the unit. The serial numbers are between DC81000 through DC81633. Direct Connect 8 is written on the side of the unit.

The units were sold directly from Neptune Systems and through major aquarium mail-order companies nationwide from June 2005 through November 2005 for between $90 and $175.

Consumers should immediately stop using these power strips and contact the firm for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Neptune Systems toll-free at (866) 214-8728 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at www.neptunesys.com/recall.

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

December 12, 2006
Emerson Electric Co. is recalling about 4,000 60-inch ceiling fans becauase the blades can fall off.

The brackets holding the fan blades can break, causing the blade to detach. Falling pieces can hit and injure bystanders.

The company has received one report of a fan blade striking a consumer in the head. The company is also aware of six incidents of the brackets failing. Three incidents resulted in minor property damage.

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The fans were sold by Menards and other lighting showrooms, electrical distributors and hardware stores nationwide from May 2005 through September 2006 for between $90 and $300.

Consumers should stop using these fans immediately and contact Air Comfort Products to receive a voucher for a free Emerson replacement fan of comparable value. Air Comfort will reimburse consumers up to $75 for charges incurred in the removal and installation of replacement fans from Air Comfort.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact Air Comfort toll-free at (866) 478-8564 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.emersonfans.com

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

April 6, 2006
Rechargeable battery packs sold with the MAX Wireless conference phones are being recalled because of a burn hazard. The battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and melt the protective plastic covering.

ClearOne Communications has received nine reports of incidents with the recalled battery packs. No injuries, fire or property damage have been reported.

The battery is included as a power source for the MAX Wireless Conference Phone Models 910-158-001 and 910-158-070. The model number is located on the product ID label on the underside of the MAX Wireless Conference Phone Pod. The phone is black, six-sided and has a domed speaker in the center.

"Clear One Max" is written on the top of the phone. The recalled battery pack is green and is located in the battery compartment on the underside of the Max phone pod. The recall involves the TWD rechargeable nickel metal hydride battery pack with model number TH-AA2200. The battery pack's model number "TH-AA2200," "TWD NI-MH Battery," and "7.2v AA2200mAH" are printed on the side of the battery. The battery pack is also sold separately.

The units were sold at ClearOne Communications direct order desk, distributors, and dealers nationwide from April 2005 through December 2005 for between $600 and $1,000 (for the battery and phone) or about $40 (for just the battery when sold separately).

Consumers should stop using these phones with recalled battery packs immediately and contact ClearOne Communications for a free replacement battery pack.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact ClearOne Communications at (800) 283-5936, select Option #5, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. MST, or visit the firm's Web site at www.clearone.com/support.

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

December 13, 2006
BRIO Corp. is recalling about 5,550 bell rattles. The small bell positioned between the wood slats can break and allow access to small parts. This poses a choking hazard to young children.

This recall involves wooden rattles with six-multi-colored slats used to connect the two, red round ends. A metal bell is contained within the slats. The rattles measure 2 1/2-inches in diameter by 2 1/2-inches in height. The name BRIO appears on one of the wooden sides.

The rattles were sold by mail order, Internet and specialty toy stores nationwide from February 2005 through April 2006 for about $5.

Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and contact K'NEX Industries, the U.S. distributor, for a free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact K'NEX Industries at (800) 543-5639 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at email@KNEX.com.

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

October 25, 2006
Sony Corp. is recalling about 340,000 rechargeable lithium ion batteries used in Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation, Gateway Inc., Sony Electronics Inc., and Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. notebook computers.

These lithium ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

There have been 16 reports of notebook computer batteries overheating, causing minor property damage and two minor burns.

All of these reported incidents and injuries have been associated with earlier recalls of notebook computer batteries containing these Sony cells. There have been no incidents involving batteries sold by the notebook manufacturers participating in this announcement.

These lithium ion batteries were sold with, or sold separately to be used with, the following notebook computer models:

The battery model can be found on the battery's label.

The batteries were sold directly by Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation, Gateway Inc., Sony Electronics Inc., and Toshiba America Information Systems Inc. and through authorized distributors as part of a notebook computer. The computers sold for between $500 and $3000 and the batteries were also sold separately for between $75 and $200, during the following dates:

• Fujitsu - from June 2005 through October 2006.
• Gateway - from September 2005 through October 2006.
• Sony - from December 2004 through October 2006
• Toshiba - from September 2004 through October 2006.

Consumers should remove the affected batteries from notebook computers until they contact their computer manufacturer and receive further instructions. Batteries covered by this program will be replaced free of charge. Consumers should use only batteries obtained from their computer manufacturer or from an authorized reseller.

Consumer Contact: Customers should contact the manufacturer of their notebook computer to determine if their battery is covered by this program and to request a replacement battery. The contact information for the participating manufacturers is:

• Fujitsu - (800) 8FUJITSU or www.computers.us.fujitsu.com/battery
• Gateway - (800) 292-6813 or www.gateway.com/battery
• Sony - (888) 476-6972 or http://esupport.sony.com/battery
• Toshiba - (800) 457-7777 or www.bxinfo.toshiba.com

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

November 9, 2006
"Cars" Toy Chests sold at Toys "R" Us are being recalled because of a lead poisoning hazard. The red paint on the partition panels of the toy box contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The wooden toy storage box is decorated with graphics from the animated movie "Cars." It has three removable cloth toy bins. "Delta" and the PO# are printed on the side panel. Only toy boxes with "PO#FJ505192" or "PO#FJ605042" marked on the side panel are included in this recall.

The chests were sold exclusively at Toys "R" Us stores from March 2006 through August 2006 for about $50.

Consumers should take the recalled toy chests away from children immediately and return them to any Toys "R" Us for a credit or refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call Delta Enterprise at (877) 660-3777 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.deltachildrensproducts.com.

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

March 2, 2006
"Girl Favors" toy jewelry is being recalled because the recalled jewelry could break, releasing small beads that pose an aspiration hazard to young children.

The jewelry includes various colored plastic bead bracelets, rings and necklaces on elastic strings. They were sold under the brand name "Girl Favors" and had the following item numbers and writing on the packaging:

The jewelry was sold at various dollar stores nationwide from July 2003 through December 2005 for about $1.

Consumers should take these recalled items away from children immediately and discard them or return them to the store where purchased for a refund.

Contact MTC-Man's Trading Company at (800) 388-7228 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or fax to them at (415) 468-7300 or on their Web site at www.mtcmans.com.

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

December 26, 2006
DEWALT is recalling about 81,000 cut-out tools. The cord wire in these units could be damaged internally, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

These DEWALT cut-out tools are yellow and black, and have model number DW660 written on their nameplate, which is located on the body of the unit. The recalled tools were manufactured between January 2006 and September 2006, and have date codes ranging from 200601 to 200639. The date code also is located on the tools nameplate. Units with a V stamped on the nameplate are not included in this recall.

The tools were sold at major home center and hardware stores nationwide from January 2006 through November 2006 for between $70 and $130, depending on the kit.

Consumers should stop using the cut-out tool immediately and contact DEWALT for the location of the nearest service center to receive a free inspection and repair, if necessary.

Customer Contact: For additional information, consumers can contact DEWALT toll-free at (888) 263-9051 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the DEWALT Web site at https://www.dewalt.com/.

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

May 2, 2006
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is recalling 404,733 Chevrolet, GMC and Isuzu pickup trucks because the brake lights may fail.

Federal regulators report that the exterior brake light switch on the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, Isuzu I-280 and Isuzu may fail and cause the permanent loss of the brake light functions or may cause the brake light to illuminate all the time.

NHTSA is warning owners of the pickup truck that they may not be aware the brake lights have failed and the failure could cause a rear-end crash since anyone following the pickup would not know the brakes were applied.

According to NHTSA, the center-mounted brake light is affected whenever the brake lights fail to come on or remain illuminated.

Trailer brake lights connected to the pickups will mimic the vehicles brake lamps when either condition occurs, NHTSA reports. If the truck lights fail, the trailer lights will fail.

In trucks equipped with cruise control, the brake light switch failure will also disable the cruise control system according to the agency.

Chevrolet, GMC and Isuzu dealers will replaced the brake light switch assembly when the recall gets under way.

General Motors has not notified NHTSA of the recall or owner notification schedule.

Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438; GMC at 1-866-996-9463 OR Isuzu at 1-800-255-6727.

January 18, 2005
Fisher-Price is recalling about 614,000 of its "Laugh & Learn Musical Learning Chair." A child can become lodged between the seatback and side table of the chair, possibly leading to an entrapment of the neck. This can pose a strangulation hazard to young children.

Fisher-Price has received three reports of young children getting their necks lodged between the seatback and the side table of the toy, including one report of a child receiving a welt on the neck.

The recalled Laugh & Learn Musical Learning Chair is a plastic infant toy that measures about 17 inches high. It plays music and teaches children numbers and letters. It also features a blue chair with four green plastic legs and a side table with a purple base and white top.

The table holds a clock, book, and a lamp. Smiley faces are displayed on the lamp and seat back. Fisher-Price is written on the front of the chair. The packaging states that the toy is intended for children 12 months through 36 months of age. The model numbers are H4609, H7167 through H7173, H8157, H8998, and J0272 through J0275 can be found on the underside of the seat of the chair.

The chairs were sold by discount department and toy stores nationwide from May 2005 through January 2006 for about $27.

Consumers should take the recalled musical chair away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive a free repair kit that contains a plastic piece that connects in between the seatback and side table, preventing the possibility of entrapment.

Consumer Contact: Contact Fisher-Price at (866) 552-3914 anytime or visit the firms Web site at www.service.fisher-price.com.

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

November 2, 2006
Atico International USA, Inc. is recalling about 54,000 of its "Espresso Express" espresso makers. The espresso maker's heating element can forcefully separate from its base during the brewing cycle. This poses burn and impact injury hazards to nearby consumers.

Atico International has received 42 reports of incidents involving the heating element forcefully separating from its base. Among these incidents, there were nine reports of minor scald burns and seven reports of consumers being hit by parts of the espresso maker.

The Espresso Maker has a black base and a silver water reservoir. The coffee carafe is smoke-colored plastic with a back handle. The words "EspressoExpress" are imprinted on the black base. The item number is W14A7166, which is located underneath the base.

The units were sold at CVS Pharmacy, Farmacias El Amal, Happy Harry's, Navarro Discount Pharmacies, Kerr Drug, Bartell Drug and Lewis Drug from August 2005 through October 2005 for between $15 and $30.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact Atico for product verification and instructions on returning the product for a refund.

Consumer Contact: Call Atico International USA, Inc. at (877) 546-4835 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go the company?s Web site at www.aticousa.com.

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

June 7, 2006
Endurance Treadmills are being recalled because unexpected speed changes could result in falls. The treadmill can unexpectedly accelerate or decelerate, possibly causing the user to lose control and fall.

Endurance has received nine reports of speed control problems. No injuries have been reported.

The recall includes the T7, T7.1, T8 and T9.1 models of the Endurance Treadmills. The treadmills are black and silver. The model number is located along the side of the running surface near the end of the treadmill. Consumers should check the serial number, located on the front lower shroud of the treadmill along the vertical surface on a white sticker, and contact the company to confirm their treadmill is included in the recall.

The treadmills were sold at fitness equipment stores from September 2004 through April 2005 for between $2,000 and $2,500.

Consumers should stop using these treadmills immediately and contact Endurance to schedule a free on-site repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Endurance at (800) 496-5632 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or send an email to treadmillrecall@endurancecardio.com.

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

February 15, 2006
Black Dog Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings are being recalled because the drawstring poses a strangulation hazard for small children.

The recalled sweatshirts, sold by The Black Dog Tavern Company Inc., of Vineyard Haven, Mass., have a black dog on the front and are sold in youth sizes up to size 12 with drawstrings through the hood.

Sweatshirt colors include navy blue, gray, red, pink, black or oatmeal. The Black Dog, Est. 71, or The Black Dog/Martha's Vineyard are printed on the back of some of the sweatshirts. A tag sewn on the inside of the garment reads, The Black Dog. Style numbers are K086, K088, K090, K062, or K063 are printed on the garment's hang tag.

The sweatshirts were sold exclusively through Black Dog retail stores, catalog, and Web site from May 2004 through January 2006 for between $30 and $50.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Black Dog at (800) 626-1991 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.theblackdog.com.

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

August 9, 2006
J.C. Penney is recalling about 3,000 "Crazy Daisy" 3-in-1 electronic motion shade lamps. The lamp's electrical circuit board can spark and overheat due to an electrical problem, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

J.C. Penney has received one report of the electric circuit board overheating and melting the wires in a lamp. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled lamps have a four-way switch that allows the lamp to function as a moving light so that patterns revolve around the shade. The lamps can be used as a basic lamp or as a night light with glowing stripe or floral patterns. The lamp shade is plastic and the finish on the base of the lamp is brushed steel.

The lamps were sold at J.C. Penney's stores nationwide, its catalog and its Web site from June 2005 through March 2006 for about $30.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and return them to any J.C. Penney store for a full refund. Lamps purchased through a catalog or through the Web site may be returned to the nearest J.C. Penney store with a catalog desk.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact J.C. Penney toll-free at (888) 333-6063 anytime or visit its Web site at www.jcpenney.com.

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