Recalls in July 2010

The firm has received at least 9 reports of the gas caps leaking and detaching, including one report of a serious fire injury to a child. The firm has also received 25 reports of stuck throttles possibly due to the fuel line and throttle cable being improperly attached with injuries to the face and other parts of the body reported.

This recall involved Baja Motorsports mini bikes with model numbers beginning with HT65, MB165, WR65, MB196, DB30, WR90 and DR90 and go-carts with model numbers BB65, SD65, DN65 and TR65. The model number is located on the mini bikes fenders and/or decorative fuel tank and on the go-carts roll cage. They both have black plastic gas caps.

Various mini bike and co-cart retailers nationwide sold the recalled products from November 2004 through June, 2010 for between $200 and $2000. They were also available from the following web sites: Costco.com; Amazon.com; toysrus.com; northerntool.com; sears.com; and kmart.com. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mini bikes and go-carts and contact Baja Motorsports for a free replacement gas cap and to schedule a free repair of the fuel line and throttle cable.

For additional information, contact Baja Motorsports toll-free at (888) 863-2252 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firms website at www.bajamotorsports.net.

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

A study in JAMA says a survey of physicians finds that while most support the professional commitment to report other physicians who they feel are incompetent or impaired -- such as from alcohol or drug use -- many did not follow through on making a report when faced with such a situation.

"Many states have mandatory reporting statutes, requiring physicians and other health care professionals to report to appropriate authorities those physicians whose ability to practice medicine is impaired by alcohol or drug use or by physical or mental illness," the authors write. But data suggest that the rate of reporting by physicians is far lower than it should be, given the estimated numbers of physicians who become impaired or who are otherwise incompetent to practice at some point in their careers, according to background information in the article.

Catherine M. DesRoches, Dr.P.H., of Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, and colleagues conducted the study to assess physicians' beliefs, preparedness, and actual experiences related to colleagues who are impaired or incompetent to practice medicine. Data for the study were derived from a nationally representative survey of 2,938 eligible physicians practicing in the United States in 2009 in anesthesiology, cardiology, family practice, general surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, and psychiatry.

Overall, 1,891 physicians (64.4 percent) responded. The doctors were questioned regarding their beliefs about and preparedness for reporting and experiences with colleagues who practice medicine while impaired or who are incompetent in their medical practice.

Looking the other way

Among the findings of the survey, 64 percent of those surveyed agreed with the professional commitment to report physicians who are significantly impaired or otherwise incompetent to practice.

The most frequently cited reasons for not reporting an impaired or incompetent colleague included the belief that someone else was taking care of the problem; the belief that nothing would happen as a result of the report; fear of retribution; the belief that reporting was not their responsibility; or that the physician would be excessively punished.

"These national data regarding physicians' beliefs, preparedness, and actual experiences related to impaired and incompetent colleagues raise important questions about the ability of medicine to self-regulate," the authors write. "More than one-third of physicians do not completely support the fundamental belief that physicians should report colleagues who are impaired or incompetent in their medical practice. This finding is troubling, because peer monitoring and reporting are the prime mechanisms for identifying physicians whose knowledge, skills, or attitudes are compromised."

Solving the problem

The researchers offer several suggestions for improving physician reporting systems, including making external regulation stronger; designing and maintaining reporting systems to protect the confidentiality of the reporting physicians; and to provide physician reporters with confidential feedback about the outcomes of any actions taken based on the report to address the concern that nothing will happen as a result of the report.

"All health care professionals, from administrative leaders to those providing clinical care, must understand the urgency of preventing impaired or incompetent colleagues from injuring patients and the need to help these physicians confront and resolve their problems. The system of reporting must facilitate, rather than impede, this process. Reliance on the current process results in patients being exposed to unacceptable levels of risk and impaired and incompetent physicians possibly not receiving the help they need," the authors conclude.

Muddy Outdoors is recalling about 2,550 tree climbing sticks. Bolts that secure the cam locs to the frame of these climbing sticks that retains the rope around the tree can break, allowing the cam locs to detach from the frame. This causes the retaining rope to detach and the climbing stick to release from the tree, posing a fall hazard to the user.

CPSC has received two reports of bolts breaking on a climbing stick. No reports of injuries.

The recalled climbing sticks are used for climbing a tree and include 2009 year Model 70301 - Muddy Outdoors climbing stick (a 20 inch single climbing stick) and 2009 year Model 70304 - Muddy Outdoors climbing stick (4 pack of 20-inch climbing sticks). The year and model number is printed on a label on the front of the main vertical frame of the climbing stick just below the two cam locs.

The sticks were sold directly by Muddy Outdoors via Internet/telephone sales and other outdoor sports retailers nationwide from July 2009 through April 2010 for about $35 (model 70301) and about $130 (model 70304). They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using these climbing sticks and return the climbing sticks to Muddy Outdoors for a refund, exchange or manufacturers credit.

For additional information contact Muddy Outdoors toll-free at (877) 366-8339 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firms website at www.gomuddy.com.

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

The recall involves the Vaper 90 amp flux wire feed welders with model number 41181. The wire welders are red and black. "Vaper" and "90 amp flux wire welder" can be found on the product's operation panel. The model number can be found on the top right hand corner of the package and on the first page of the users manual.>/p>

The welders were sold by Pep Boys, Auto Zone and various other auto parts and tool centers nationwide from October 2006 through March 2010 for about $170. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately stop using the wire welders and contact Star Asia to obtain a corrected instructions manual and packaging or for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Customer Service at (800) 386-0191 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT.

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

The company said some of the recalled vehicles may have been built with an improperly formed master cylinder to hydraulic control unit. This could lead to loss of brake fluid and impaired braking performance.

Dealers will replace the brake tubes free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403 about Recall No. K15.

Consumers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or at www.safercar.gov.

Toyota said cars manufactured from August 26, 2005 through August 4, 2008 could have foreign objects in the valve spring, possibly causing the spring to break. That could cause sudden engine failure.

Toyota will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. Owners may contact Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

Consumers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or at www.safercar.gov.

Tween Brands is recalling about 137,000 sets of children's metal jewelry because it contains high levels of cadmium.Recalls Children's Metal Jewelry Due to High Levels of Cadmium

This recall involves 19 different styles of children's metal necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Styles and shapes of the jewelry include hearts, heart locks, butterflies, cupcakes, peace signs and crowns. Some jewelry contains the words "Best," "Friends" or "Forever" and/or "BFF." Only style numbers listed below are included in this recall. The style number is included on the jewelry's packaging.

The jewelry, made in China, was sold at Justice and Limited Too stores and online at www.shopjustice.com from November 2008 through February 2010 for between $7 and $16.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to any Justice or Limited Too store for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Tween Brands at (800) 934-4497 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's web site at www.shopjustice.com.

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

People who have purchased Que She should stop taking the product immediately and consult a health care professional, the agency warned.

Que She, advertised as "Slimming Factor Capsule" and as "an all-natural blend of Chinese herbs," has been widely distributed on Internet sites such as the Bouncing Bear Botanicals website, and at retail outlets, including Sacred Journey in Lawrence, Kan.

An FDA analysis of Que She found that it contains:

• fenfluramine -- a stimulant drug withdrawn from the U.S. market in 1997 after studies demonstrated that it caused serious heart valve damage

• propranolol -- a prescription beta blocker drug that can pose a risk to people with bronchial asthma and certain heart conditions

• sibutramine -- a controlled substance and prescription weight loss drug, sibutramine was the subject of a recent study whose preliminary findings showed an association between sibutramine use and increased risk of heart attack and stroke in patients who have a history of heart disease

• ephedrine -- a stimulant drug that is legally marketed over-the-counter for temporary relief of asthma but can pose a risk to people with certain cardiovascular conditions

These active pharmaceutical ingredients also may interact with other medications and result in a serious adverse event.

Consumers and health care professionals are encouraged to report adverse events related to the use of Que She to the FDA's MedWatch Safety Information and Adverse Event Reporting Program.

PDi Communications has received one report of an incident involving a flame in February 2010. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves 26-inch and 32-inch wall-mounted LCD television sets that were installed in healthcare facilities, such as hospitals, medical centers and nursing homes. Model and serial number ranges included in this recall are listed in the chart below. The model number is printed on a label on the back of the television sets. Other models of PDi television sets or units that are outside the serial number range are not included in this recall.

The TVs, made in China, were sold by PDi Communications to distributors that service healthcare facilities such as hospitals, medical centers and nursing homes nationwide from September 2008 through July 2009 for about $1,000.

Facilities where the sets are installed should immediately stop using them, remove the power cord to prevent the TV from being powered on and contact PDi to receive a free repair. PDi began contacting healthcare facilities about this problem in March. Facilities that have not been contacted by PDi or its authorized agent should contact the firm for a free repair.

For more information, contact PDi at (800) 992-7734 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.pdiarm.com.

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

This recall involves Dayton 240/208 volt model 3UG82D electric baseboard heaters. The white, rectangular heaters are 30 inches long by 6 3/4 inches high by 2 7/8 inches deep. A nameplate on the bottom right side of the base has "Dayton Electric Mfg. Co.," model 3UG82D and date code 1209. Only heaters purchased after December 21, 2009 with a date code of "1209" are included in this recall. The recalled heaters have yellow and white wires inside the panel where the heater connects to the power source. Heaters with red and black wire are not included in this recall.

The heaters were sold at Grainger branch stores nationwide from December 2009 through March 2010 for about $50.

Consumers should immediately stop using the heaters and inspect the product's nameplate to determine whether it is involved in the recall. Consumers with affected heaters should disconnect the product at the circuit breaker or fuse. A qualified electrician should inspect the color of the wires inside the heater's electrical access panel to determine if the wires are yellow and white. Consumers should return the affected heaters to Marley for a free replacement. Marley will pay reasonable labor charges required to inspect and exchange units. Marley is directly notifying known consumers.

For more information, contact Marley at (800) 642-4328 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.marleymep.com.

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

The defect could cause problems with the driver's airbag, the paddle shifter, cruise control, horn and radio.

Dealers will check the recalled vehicles and, if necessary, replace the defective connector.

Owners may contact Subaru at 1-800-782-2783 about Recall No. WVR-28.

Consumers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or at www.safercar.gov.

The firm has received eight reports of the Sonya Lee figure breaking. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves the Little People Play 'n Go Campsite. The seven-piece plastic play set includes Sonya Lee, a tent and other accessories. Product number R6935 is printed on the toy's packaging. The name Sonya Lee is printed on the underside of the figure. Only Sonya Lee figures that bend at the waist, have a green sweater and purple camera around the neck are included in this recall. No other Sonya Lee figure is affected. The remaining pieces of the Little People Play 'n Go Campsite are not affected.

The toys, made in China, were sold by major retailers including mass merchandisers, discount stores, department stores and toy stores nationwide and in Puerto Rico, and by online retailers from October 2009 through August 2010 for about $15.

Consumers should immediately take the Campsite's Sonya Lee figure away from children and contact Fisher-Price to arrange for the figure's return in exchange for a free replacement figure.

For additional information, contact Fisher-Price at (800) 432-5437 anytime or visit the firm's website at www.service.mattel.com.

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

This recall involves childrens coin purses with rainbow stripes and childrens earrings and necklaces that have blue, pink, red, white and yellow colored droplets. The Coin Purse and Mobile Case Coin Puase are printed on the tag attached to the purse. Colorful Drop Accessory Bracelet is printed on the front of the necklace packages and Colorful Drop Accessory Pierce is printed on the front of the earring packages. The tag and packaging have Produced for Daiso Japan on either the front or back.

The items, made in China and Korea, were sold at Daiso stores in California and Washington from May 2009 through December 2009 for about $1.50.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Daiso for a full refund.

For more information, contact Daiso toll-free at (888) 580-8841 between 9:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firms website at www.daisorecall.com.

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

The firm has received one report of a robe igniting. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves womens wrap bathrobes with long sleeves and a belt. They are made from 100 percent cotton terry cloth in aqua, ivory, white and porcelain pink. A woven label at the neck edge of the robes read Collection Fifty Nine.

The robes were sold exclusively at Bloomingdales department stores nationwide and www.bloomingdales.com from January 2008 through March 2010 for about $80. They were made in Turkey.

Consumers should stop using the recalled bathrobes immediately and return them to the Domestics Department in any Bloomingdales store for a full refund. If the Bloomingdales store does not have a Domestics Department, the robe should be returned to the Customer Service Department.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Christys at (800) 261-6326 or visit Bloomingdales web site at www.bloomingdales.com.

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

The firm has received one report of a consumer experiencing a minor electrical shock.

The recall involves the Powertec 8 Drill Press with AC powered laser. The model number is DP800 and can be found on the product specification label located above the handle on the right side of the machine.

The drill presses, made in China, were sold exclusively at Blains Farm and Fleet stores nationwide from November 2009 through February 2010 for about $80.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return the item to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Southern Technologies at (877) 393-7121 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.southerntechllc.com.

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

Aqua Lung America has received one report of a consumers oral inflate button falling off during use. No injuries have been reported.

The power inflator is the black mouthpiece with the two brass buttons at the end of the corrugated hose. The recall involves all models of the Apeks WTX power inflators. Some of the recalled components were included on complete air cells. Those model numbers are: 388032, 388060, 388080, 388145, 388260, and 42775. The model number of the air cell can be found on the tag sewn on the center of the air cell or bladder.

The inflators, made in California, were sold at diving stores in the U.S. and Canada from November 2006 through March 2010 for between $53 and $70 for the component and between $280 and $520 for the air cells.

Consumers should stop diving with their recalled power inflator and bring it or send it to an authorized Apeks dealer. The dealer will apply a free fix. Consumers may also ask for and receive a free replacement product.

For additional information contact the firm toll-free at (877) 253-3483 or visit the firms website at www.aqualung.com.

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

The firm has received one report of injury, involving a fractured leg and knee injuries.

This recall involves the Salomon Quest Touring Pads distributed as sole pads only, and Salomon Quest Pro Pebax and Quest Pro ski boots configured with the recalled sole pads. The sole pads have visible steel inserts intended to make these Quest touring-style sole pads compatible with a specific type of touring-style ski binding, commonly referred to by back-country skiers as a low-tech binding.

The items, made in Romania, were sold by eight selected Salomon USA ski boot dealers in Colorado, Utah, Vermont and Washington from February 2010 through April 2010 for about $50 for the sole pads and about $750 for the ski boots configured with the recalled sole pads. Other sales agents and consumers were contacted by Salomon.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sole pads and ski boots and return them to any authorized Salomon ski dealer for a refund of their purchase price.

For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (877) 789-5111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, by email at qualityinfo.usa@salomon-sports.com, or visit the firms website at www.salomon.com.

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

This recall involves Happy charm bracelets and football rings. The Happy charm bracelet is comprised of colorful beads on a small elastic band to which a metal charm in the shape of a butterfly, moon or sun is attached. The football ring is a small adjustable metal band to which a football charm (made of metal) is attached.

The items were distributed at doctor and dentist offices nationwide from June 2005 through March 2010 for free. They were made in China.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and discard the product.

For additional information, contact SmileMakers toll-free at (877) 390-5470 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the companys website at www.smilemakers.com.

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

Felt Bicycles has received seven reports of the bicycle forks breaking. Minor injuries, including bumps and bruises were reported in one of the incidents.

Description: The recall includes all 2009 Felt model B12, B16 and S32 road bicycles.

• 2009 B12 - These bicycles are gloss silver/carbon and have carbon fiber frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes.
• 2009 B16 - These bicycles are matte black/red and have carbon fiber frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes.
• 2009 S32 - These bicycles are available in gloss white/red and have aluminum frames with carbon fiber forks with aluminum steer tubes.

The bikes, made in China, were sold at bicycle specialty stores nationwide from October 2008 through May 2010 for between about $2,300 and $3,100 per bicycle.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycles and contact your local Felt Bicycles dealer to receive a free inspection and repair.

For additional information, call Felt Bicycles toll-free at (866) 433-5887 or (866) 4-FELT-US, or visit the firms website at www.feltracing.com.

For more information, contact Tekkeon toll-free at (888) 787-5888, or visit the firms website at www.tekkeon.com/recall.

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