Recalls in January 1970

January 27, 2005
Polk Audio is recalling its LSiW Powered Subwoofer. Electrical components in the subwoofer can overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke.

Polk Audio has received six reports of smoke coming from these subwoofers. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

This recall includes Polk Audio model LSiW subwoofers with part numbers AM8080-A (Ebony enclosure) and AM8083-A (Cherry enclosure). Affected subwoofers have a serial number from AM808000100 to AM808000597 for the Ebony enclosure and AM808300100 to AM808300599 for the Cherry enclosure. The serial number can be found on the bottom, back edge of the subwoofer. The subwoofer measures 16 -inches high by 16 7/8-inches wide by 19 3/8-inches deep, and weighs about 81 pounds.

The units were sold at stereo and electronics stores nationwide from June 2004 through August 2004 for about $1,180.

Consumers should stop using the recalled subwoofer, unplug it, and call Polk Audios Customer Service department for instructions on obtaining a replacement subwoofer or a refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact Polk Audio, Inc. at (800) 377-7655 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

September 16, 2005
DaimlerChrysler AG is recalling almost 102,000 Jeep Grand Cherokees from the 2005 model year because of a problem that may trigger fires under the hood, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

NHTSA reports that the fire risk stems from increased transmission operating temperatures and the potential purging of transmission fluid into the engine compartment.

A total of 101,925 Grand Cherokees equipped with 3.7-liter engines and NAG1 automatic transmissions are affected by the recall, NHTSA said.

August 2, 2005
DESA Heating Products is recalling about 500 "Vanguard" and "FMI" compact fireplaces. The burner tube connection to the gas valve can leak gas when the main burner is on. This leaking gas can ignite, causing a minor flare-up, which could cause nearby combustibles to ignite.

DESA has received one report of a minor flare-up of the fireplace. DESA has received no reports of personal injury or property damage.

The recall includes DESA Heating Products 10,000 Btu Thermostatically Controlled Compact Classic Hearth Fireplaces that burn propane or natural gas. They have the following model names and number: Vanguard (VMH10TPC & VMH10TNC) and FMI (EFS10TPA & EFS10TNA). They have serial numbers between 015200000 and 017400000. The model and serial numbers are on the end of the shipping carton and on the model data tags inside the lower access door of the compact fireplaces.

The fireplaces were sold at hearth shops, central heat and air conditioning retailers and gas suppliers nationwide from April 2004 through June 2005 for between $639 and $912.

Consumers should stop using this fireplace immediately and contact your retailer to schedule a free repair. If consumers have any questions concerning this recall, they should contact their local retailer or DESA.

Consumer Contact: Contact DESA toll-free at (866) 279-3225 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the DESA Web site at www.desatech.com.

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

January 26, 2005
Jumpking Inc. is voluntarily recalling about 1 million trampolines and about 296,000 FunRing enclosures sold separately and with Jumpking trampolines. Welds on the frame of these trampolines can break during use, resulting in falls and possible injuries.

Additionally, the mounting brackets of the FunRing enclosures have sharp edges, which can cause lacerations.

Jumpking has received 47 reports of one or more welds breaking on these trampolines. This resulted in 21 reports of a variety of injuries, including a concussion; head, neck and back injuries; a broken arm; sprains; lacerations; and bruises.

The firm also received 12 reports of other incidents, including nine reports of serious lacerations, when children came into contact with the sharp edges of the enclosure brackets.

The recall includes 14-foot and 15-foot Jumpking trampolines sold separately and with FunRing enclosures. The brand name Jumpking, Inc. is written on a warning label wrapped around a leg of the trampoline. The eight legs of these trampolines fit into perpendicular sockets welded to the top rails. Trampolines with weldless sockets that fit over the connecting top rail pieces are not included in this recall.

The FunRing enclosures have an arched design where the vertical poles are connected by arches at the top. Some enclosures were sold separately from the trampolines. Later units, that include the rubber sleeves that fit around the mounting brackets, are not included in the recall.

The trampolines with enclosures were sold at discount, department and toy stores nationwide and in Canada from July 1999 through December 2003 for between $350 and $450. Trampolines without FunRing enclosures were sold from July 1999 through February 2004 for between $180 and $220. FunRing enclosures were sold separately for between $150 and $250.

Consumers should stop using the trampolines and/or the enclosures, and contact Jumpking to receive free repair kits.

To order the repair kits or for more information, contact Jumpking Inc. toll-free at (866) 302-8669 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the companys Web site at www.jumpking.com.

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

February 15, 2005
Brave Products is recalling about 4,000 log splitters. The log splitters hydraulic cylinders can have defective rod retention, causing the seals to leak and the rods to detach. This can result in serious injury to the operator, as the rod can rapidly and unexpectedly extend the splitting wedge.

Brave Products has received 14 reports of leaking cylinders and/or rod retention failure. No injuries have been reported.

The log splitters are made of steel and painted orange and black. They have trailer hitches and rubber tires. Each log splitter has a decal on the side that reads Brave Products, Inc. and __ ton (either 15, 22, 26, or 34). The following models are being recalled:

• Brave VH0234 (34 ton) Serial #S012368 through S016976
• Brave VH9926 (26 ton) Serial #S014226 through S017534
• Brave VH9922 (22 ton) Serial #S011460 through S016862
• Brave HB0115 (15 ton) Serial #S013853 through S017534
(Serial number plate is located on the hydraulic tank)

Consumers should stop using their log splitter until they have determined if their unit is a part of this recall. Consumers should contact Brave Products Inc. to receive a free replacement cylinder

Consumer Contact: Call Brave Products Inc. at (800) 350-8739 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or write to Brave Products, Inc., P.O. Box 577, Streator, IL 61364-0577. Consumers also can visit the companys web site at http://www.braveproducts.com.

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

November 30, 2005
Starbucks is recalling about 257 ceramic teapots. The teapots are labeled safe for microwave use, but the handles can become hot in the microwave oven. This poses a possible burn hazard to consumers.

Starbucks has received one report of a teapot handle that overheated in a microwave oven.

This recall involves 40-ounce white ceramic teapots with bamboo handles. The phrase Microwave and Dishwasher Safe is printed on the bottom of each teapot.

The teapots were sold at certain large Starbucks stores nationwide from August 2005 through mid-September 2005 for about $25.

Consumers should stop using the teapots and contact Starbucks for instructions on returning the product for a full refund and a $5 Starbucks gift card.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Starbucks Coffee Customer Relations at (800) 235-2883 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET any day.

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

March 16, 2005
Suzuki is recalling about 30,000 2004-2005 model year Vinson and 2005 KingQuad ATVs.

Water can enter the throttle lever case and freeze, causing the throttle lever to become stuck and fail to automatically return to the idle position when the rider releases the throttle. If the throttle lever does not automatically return to the idle position when the rider releases the throttle, the ATV will not slow down as the rider expects. The rider could lose control of the ATV and an accident resulting in injury or death could occur.

Suzuki has received two reported incidents of the throttle sticking. One minor injury reported.

Suzuki 2004-2005 model year LT-A500F Vinson, Suzuki 2004-2005 model year LT-F500F Vinson, and Suzuki 2005 model year LT-A700X KingQuad ATVs. Suzuki Vinson and KingQuad ATVs are adult-size ATVs designed for use by riders age 16 and older. Suzuki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide between July 2003 and February 2005. These ATVs are available in yellow, green, red or camouflage and have the model name (Vinson or KingQuad) on the side of the fuel tank. A photograph of the 2005 Suzuki King Quad ATV is provided below.

Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service.

Consumer Contact: Consumers can call American Suzuki Customer Service Department at (800) 444-5077 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday.

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

August 30, 2005
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports the Hyundai Motor Co. Ltd. Will recall 36,000 Sonata cars from the 2006 model year because the front seat belts may interfere with the manual seat back recliner knob.

The seat belt may cause unexpected release of the front seat back recliner, potentially resulting in an injury to passengers, NHTSA reported.

NHTSA also reported that Ford Motor Co.'s Land Rover unit was recalling 17,263 Land Rover LR3 SUVs to replace potentially defective fuel tanks. The vehicles are from the 2005 model year.

February 22, 2005
Head USA is recalling about 181 SCUBA diving computers. The dive computers were improperly calibrated, resulting in incorrect calculations.

Diving with an improperly calibrated dive computer can provide inaccurate No Decompression (no stop) Time, Decompression Time, Desaturation Time and No Fly Time. This could result in divers suffering serious injuries, including decompression sickness.

Head USA received one report of a computer malfunction. No injuries were reported.

The recall includes the Dacor Darwin Air dive computer with serial number 3265 through 3415, and the Dacor Darwin Console dive computer with serial numbers 8503 through 8592. The serial number will appear on the dive computer screen after removing and reinserting the batteries.

The Darwin Air is a completely integrated dive computer and pressure gauge with Dacor Darwin Air written on the front. It is encased in gray on black heavy-duty plastic. The Darwin Console is a dive computer with a compact submersible pressure gauge bearing the word Dacor on the front. It is encased in black heavy-duty plastic.

The computers were sold at dive shops nationwide from March 2004 through December 2004 for about $700 for the Darwin Air and $400 for the Darwin Console.

Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled diving computers, and return the computers to an authorized Dacor dealer for a free repair.

Consumer Contact: Call Head USA at (800) 874-3236 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firms Web site at www.divedacor.com.

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

March 11, 2005
Spin Rite LP is recalling about 730,000 1.75-ounce balls of Bernat "Fur Out" yarn. The yarn is flammable when used as the sole yarn in a garment.

Bernat has received two reports of garments made of the recalled yarn burning, with one person receiving singed eyebrows.

All 17 Bernat Fur Out yarn colors are involved in this recall. The recalled yarn can be identified by UPC numbers beginning with 05735527 and ending with one of the following numbers:

• 1319
• 1326
• 1333
• 1340
• 1357
• 1364
• 1371
• 1388
• 1395
• 1401
• 1685
• 2583
• 2590
• 2606
• 2613
• 2620
• 2637

The yarn was sold by yarn and craft stores nationwide and in Canada since April 2004 for between $4 and $6 per ball.

Consumers should stop using Bernat Fur Out yarn and items made with Bernat Fur Out yarn immediately and contact the manufacturer for instructions on how to return the products and receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact Bernat Yarn at (800) 641-5634 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at http://www.bernat.com

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

August 4, 2005
WaveCrest Laboratories LLC is recalling about 110 TidalForce S-750 High Performance Electric Bicycles. The front and/or rear wheel can collapse, causing the rider to fall and suffer injuries.

The recall involves specific front and rear wheels of TidalForce S-750 High Performance Electric Bicycles. The electric bicycle can travel at speeds of up to 20 miles per hour. The bicycle frame comes in either Candy Apple Red or Silver Satin and has a TidalForce sticker on the down tube and an S-750 High Performance Electric Bicycle sticker on the top tube.

The front wheel assembly contains the battery and the rear wheel assembly contains the motor. A bicycle identification number is located on a white bar coded sticker, on the seat tube of the frame, directly above the front derailleur clamp. A list of bike identification numbers that are subject to this recall can be found at www.tidalforce.com.

The units were sold by authorized TidalForce High Performance Electric Bicycle dealers nationwide between May 2005 and June 2005 for about $2,500.

Consumers should stop riding the electric bicycle immediately and contact WaveCrest Laboratories if they purchased an electric bicycle with affected wheels. WaveCrest Laboratories will replace affected wheels at no cost to the consumer.

Consumer Contact: Call WaveCrest Laboratories toll-free at (888) 880-1988 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.tidalforce.com.

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

May 2, 2005
Officials from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) are investigating 1.3 million full-sized General Motors pickups and SUVs to determine whether there is a brake defect that will mandate a widespread recall.

NHTSA is investigating whether corrosion develops under the antilock brake wheel speed sensors. Corrosion near the sensor could increase stopping distances at low speed.

NHTSA reports it has received 120 complaints about the problem. The complaints include 22 reported crashes with four claimed injuries.

GM built the vehicles that are the subject of the review in the 1999-2002 model years. The trucks are in states with severe winter weather. Potentially affected models include the Chevrolet Silverado, Tahoe, Suburban and Avalanche; GMC Sierra and Yukon; and Cadillac Escalade.

If the review discloses a defect in the braking system, GM must recall the trucks.

GM told NHTSA in November 2004 it was recalling 150,000 full-sized pickups and SUVs in eastern Canada because of corrosion in antilock brakes. GM did not plan a U.S. recall because it said the incident rate was much lower in the United States. But NHTSA says GM promised to monitor the situation.

November 17, 2005
Sycamore Kids Inc. is expanding an earlier recall of its Mountain Buggy Urban Single and Urban Double, Breeze Strollers.

The handlebar can crack or break causing the handlebar to detach while in use, posing a risk of injury to young children.

Sycamore Kids has received 22 reports of handlebar either cracking or breaking when the stroller was pulled up or taken down stairs. This resulted in two reports of bruises and scrapes.

The recalled strollers have a metal frame and a cloth seat with a sun canopy. The strollers were sold in a variety of colors including, navy, red, black, silver and orange. A metal plate above the footrest shows the Mountain Buggy logo with Mountain Buggy, Urban, or Breeze written underneath on the metal plate. The recalled Mountain Buggy Urban Single strollers have item number U1204-002, and serial numbers between 000000 and 012893. The recalled Mountain Buggy Urban Double strollers have item number U2204-002, and serial numbers between 000000 and 006957. The recalled Mountain Buggy Breeze strollers have item number B1204-002, and serial numbers between 000000 and 000191. The serial number and model number are on the back of the metal plate. All recalled buggies have a grey handlebar button.

The units were sold at juvenile furniture retailers and baby product stores and Web retailers nationwide from December 2004 through July 2005 for between $400 and $640.

Consumers should contact Sycamore Kids to find an authorized repair center to receive a free replacement handlebar ratchet.

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

June 20, 2005
Midwest Cannon Falls is recalling about 10,000 Serenity Votive Candles. The candles wax can catch fire, causing a high flame. This can cause nearby combustibles to catch fire and result in burns to consumers.

Midwest has received one report of the candle wax catching fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

The recalled candles consist of a glass votive cup surrounded by a silver holder with a standing angel figure attached. Each holder contains an engraved quotation. The angel stands about 3 inches tall. Each candle has a proverb engraved into the metal holder.

The candles were sold at gift stores nationwide from June 2004 to May 2005 for about $20.

Consumers should return these candles to the place of purchase to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Midwest at (800) 776-2075 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or go the companys Web site at www.midwestofcannonfalls.com.

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

May 31, 2005
ITECH is recalling the ITECH Profile 2100, 1100 and 8.0 hockey goalie masks and ITECH RP607 and RP609 goalie mask replacement wires. The metal wire on these products could break at or near a weld point, exposing a hockey goalie to facial injuries.

ITECH has received three reports of injuries sustained from the wire breaking at or near a weld point. The injuries included superficial facial and eye injuries.

The recalled hockey goalie masks and replacement wires are non-certified models with a cat-eye design and have the word ITECH printed on the sides and front of the mask. The ITECH Profile 2100, 1100 and 8.0 goalie masks came in black or white. A label identifying the model and size (medium or large) is affixed to the rear crown of the helmet. In addition, the back of the helmet has a large red triangular warning label. The ITECH RP607 and RP609 replacement wires are black, white and chrome and include a unique side attachment design they are attached to the helmet/mask by four screws and posts without the use of any additional clips.

The items were sold by sporting goods and hockey specialty stores between January 1999 and September 2004 for about $250 for the mask and about $60 for the replacement wire.

Consumers should stop using the masks and replacement wires immediately and return them to the company for a free replacement unit.

Consumer Contact: Call ITECH toll-free at (877) 832-3366 or send an e-mail to recall@itech.com.

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

May 31, 2005
Hitachi Cable Manchester Inc. is recalling about 1.7 million feet of 25- and 50-Pair Plenum Network Cables. These network communication cables are used to connect computer and electronic equipment, typically in data centers. They are 25- and 50-pair, category 5 and 5e, CMP cables.

The recalled cables do not meet the fire resistance standards for cable used in plenum applications. Plenum is the space typically used for air circulation in heating and air conditioning systems. If the cables were exposed to a fire source, smoke or fire could spread more quickly than permitted by the standard for this type of cable.

This recall is only for certain CMP cables used in plenum (air duct) applications. CMP cables used in riser (non-plenum) applications are not included in this recall.

The recalled cables typically were installed in data centers and other commercial applications. The part numbers for the recalled cables are 39419-50 (25-pair, category 5e); 30171-100 (50-pair, category 5e); and 30105-50 (25-pair, category 5). Only HCM brand cables with the following lot numbers are affected by this recall: AE589 and A4309 through A5551. The part number and lot number are printed on the jacket of the cables.

The cable was sold by authorized electrical or data communication distributors from about June 2003 through December 2004.

Cables installed in a plenum application will be removed and replaced. Users should contact HCM to coordinate this work among HCM, the property owner and an installer. Because these products were constructed in compliance with HCMs new listing with UL for CMR (riser) cables, they may remain in place if they have already been installed in riser applications.

HCM is directly notifying known purchasers about this recall. The 25-pair version of the recalled cable also was manufactured by HCM under a private label arrangement for Superior Essex Inc. Superior Essex has already contacted all affected customers who purchased this cable.

Contact: Contact HCM toll-free at (800) 772-0116, Ext. 229, between 8 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).

June 7, 2005
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) has upgraded its safety investigation that could lead to the recall of 813,597 Chrysler Town & Country and other minivans because of headlight failures.

Consumers are reporting that their headlights are not operating properly. The lights sometimes flicker and dim. There are complaints of lights intermittently shutting off.

Some consumers report that that they had to have their vehicle towed after the lights would not come back on.

The investigation of 2001 and 2002 model year Town & Country, Plymouth Voyager and Dodge Caravan models was upgraded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration after 704 complaints and 33,539 warranty claims.

March 31, 2005
TechnoBrands is recalling about 2,000 rope candles. The candle has a clamp that is used to extinguish the candle. The clamp does not always sever the wax close to the wick and extinguish the candle as intended. This can allow the flame to continue down into the coiled section of the candle and ignite the entire candle.

TechnoBrands Inc. has received two reports of the candle continuing to burn past the point where it is supposed to extinguish. TechnoBrands, Inc. has received no reports of property damage or injury.

The rope candle is a 20-foot coiled beeswax candle that feeds up to a scissors like clamp. The candle is lit above the clamp. The candle has an antique copper finish. It was sold under the name Self-extinguishing Rope Candle.

The candles were sold by TechnoBrands Inc. doing business as FirstSTREET on their Web site and through their catalog from November 2004 through February 2005 for $49.95.

Consumers should contact TechnoBrands Inc. to get information on receiving a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, call TechnoBrands Inc. at (866) 660-7150 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

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

February 15, 2005
Sea Gull Lighting Products is recalling about 2,700 ceiling light fixtures. Due to a manufacturing defect in a component part, the light fixture could fall and strike a person beneath the light fixture. The fixture also poses a laceration risk if the lamp breaks.

Sea Gull Lighting has received two reports of light fixtures falling. There have been no reports of injuries.

The light fixtures were sold in a variety of styles and shapes and hang from the ceiling. Only models 31021-794, 31022-794, 66022-794, 5217-02, 5217-746 and 5217-786 are included in the recall due to a component part problem with the screw collar. The model number is printed on the inside of the light canopy, the round plate that attaches the light fixture to the ceiling, and on the light fixture packaging and receipts.

The lights were sold by home improvement outlets, lighting showrooms and contractors nationwide. Contractors sold and installed the 5217 model fixtures from October 2003 through October 2004, and the 31021, 31022 and 66022 models from June 2004 through October 2004 for between $300 and $400.

Consumers should contact Sea Gull Lighting to receive instructions on having the recalled ceiling light fixtures repaired by a licensed electrician.

Consumer Contact: Sea Gull Lighting at (800) 347-5483 between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms Web site at www.seagulllighting.com.

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