The recall affects:
The company said there may be an intermittent fault in the drive's airbag clockspring wiring connector, possibly causing the airbag to fail to deploy during an accident.
Dealers will install a metal shim in the wiring cononector to remedy the problem.
Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-327-4236 about Recall No. R229.
Volvo Recalls 2010-2011 Models to Airbag Problem. Driver's airbag could fail to deploy because of wiring problem....
The affected models are:
The company said that the power steering hose could separate, possibly causing power steering fluid to leak onto hot engine components and start a fire.
Dealers will inspect the hoses and replace them if necessary. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. The recall number is K26.
2010-2011 Chrysler, Dodge Models Recalled. Power steering system may fail....
CPSC and Graco have received four reports of infant strangulations that occurred in these strollers between 2003 and 2005. In addition, CPSC is aware of five reports of infants becoming entrapped, resulting in cuts and bruises, and one report of an infant having difficulty breathing.
Entrapment and strangulation can occur, especially to infants younger than 12 months of age, when a child is not harnessed. An infant can pass through the opening between the stroller tray and seat bottom, but his/her head and neck can become entrapped by the tray. Infants who become entrapped at the neck are at risk of strangulation.
The recall involves older versions of the Graco Quattro Tour and MetroLite strollers and travel systems manufactured prior to the existence of the January 2008 voluntary industry standard which addresses the height of the opening between the stroller's tray and the seat bottom. This voluntary standard requires larger stroller openings that prevent infant entrapment and strangulation hazards.
This
recall involves Graco Quattro Tour strollers and travel systems
manufactured prior to November 2006 and MetroLite strollers and travel
systems manufactured prior to July 2007. The strollers and travel
systems were distributed between November 2000 and December 2007.
The
model numbers are printed on a label at the lower portion of the rear
frame, just above the rear wheels or underneath the stroller. The name
"Graco" appears on a label on the stroller tray and the headrest.
Recalled models are:
For a larger version of this list, click here.
The strollers, made in China, were sold at AAFES, Babies R Us, Burlington Coat Factory, Fred Meyer, Kmart, Meijers, Navy Exchange, Sears, Target, Walmart and other stores nationwide between November 2000 and December 2007 for between $90 and $190 for the strollers, and between $190 and $250 for travel systems.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Graco for a free repair kit. To order a repair kit, contact Graco toll-free at (877) 828-4046 anytime, or visit the firm's website at www.gracobaby.com. Consumers can continue use of the stroller as a "travel system." When the stroller is used with the infant car seat, the entrapment and strangulation hazards posed by the space gap are not present.For additional information, consumers can contact Graco at (800) 345-4109 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.
When using a stroller, parents and caregivers are encouraged to always secure children by using the safety harness and never leave them unattended. To learn more about the importance of stroller safety, download CPSC's safety alert: www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PUBS/5096.pdf
Graco Metrolite, Quattro Strollers Recalled After four Deaths. Babies at risk of strangulation and entrapment....
Lollytogs Ltd. is recalling about 10,000 pairs of Carhartt infants' overalls.
The overalls have snaps that could come loose and pose a choking hazard to young children.This recall involves infants' Carhartt® overalls with style numbers GG8500 (100% cotton canvas) and GG8501 (100% cotton knit). The overalls were sold in brown or red in infant sizes 3, 6, 9, 12, 18 and 24 months. The Carhartt logo is sewn on the front of the garment and the style numbers can be found on the sewn-in label hanging from the sleeve.The overalls, made in India, were sold by retailers nationwide from February 2010 through July 2010 for about $25.
For additional information, contact Lollytogs at (800) 637 9035 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.ltapparel.com
Lollytogs Recalls Carhartt Infants' Overalls. Snaps can come loose and pose a choking hazard. ...
The recalled projector flashlights are about 6 1/2 inches in length and have the Wolverine, Spider-Man and Iron Man characters and names printed on them. The flashlights come with five extra mini discs that attach to the flashlight to project various images. The back of the packaging contains the number 16879-20012-003-1003 and UPC 6 39277 16879 5.
The flashlights, made in China, were sold at Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Tree $1 Stop, Deal$ and Dollar Tree Deal$ stores nationwide from August 2010 for about $1.
For additional information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at (800) 876 8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.dollartree.com
Dollar Tree Recalls Children's Projector Flashlights. Batteries and bulb can overheat....
Munchkin Inc. is recalling about 34,000 bathtub submarine toys. The intake valve on the bottom of the submarine toy can suck up loose skin, posing a laceration hazard to children.
There have been 19 incidents of lacerations to boys' genital area. One of the incidents required medical attention.
This recall involves battery-operated bathtub submarine toys. The toy is yellow, has a smiling face, turquoise windows, an orange propeller and an orange periscope that turns the toy on and off. The intake valve has a water pump that sucks in water to propel the submarine. The toy is intended for use by children during bath time.
The subs, made in China, were sold by mass merchandise retail stores nationwide and children's stores nationwide from November 2009 through September 2010 for about $7.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Munchkin for instructions on how to return the product for a free replacement toy.
For additional information, contact Munchkin at (877) 242-3134 anytime or visit the company's website at http://www.munchkin.com/
Bathtub Submarine Toy Recalled. Intake valve can suck up loose skin....
The Pictsweet Company of Bells, TN today announced a voluntary recall of certain codes of store brand products containing frozen Green Peas after the company learned that some of the packages may contain glass fragments, which may cause injury if ingested.
No injuries have been reported to date. While no injuries have been reported, Pictsweet is advising the public that product from these packages indicated above should not be consumed. Consumers who have purchased the above product should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Products subject to this recall were distributed only to Kroger stores in the Southeast United States and Walmart stores throughout the United States and include the following items:
Consumers with questions may contact The Pictsweet Company at 1-800-367-7412 , extension 417 toll-free from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time, Monday through Friday.
Frozen Green Peas Recalled - May Contain Glass Fragments. Kroger, Great Value frozen vegetables affected....
The company said the belt's webbing may not have been properly secured to the pretensioner. That could mean the belt would not properly restrain the occupant in a crash.
Dealers will inspect both front safety belts and, if necessary, reinstall the anchors.
Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-327-4236.
2009-2010 Chevrolet Impalas Recalled. Front seat belt may not be properly secured....
Evenflo Company, Inc., of Miamisburg, Ohio, is recalling more than 18,000 child car seats in the United States and Canada.
Tests conducted by Consumer Reports showed the seat can crack and fail in a simulated 30-mph frontal collision.
One of the nation's largest makers of baby and child gear, Evenflo says the recall affects early production units of its $80 Maestro Combination Booster Seat, which was introduced last January. The device is designed to be used either with its own five-point harness as a conventional child seat, or -- for larger and older children -- as a booster seat using the vehicle's seat belt to restrain the child.
In tests conducted at an outside laboratory, Consumer Reports found that two of the Evenflo units failed when the seat's plastic shell cracked and the harness loosened in simulated 30-mph frontal-impact crashes.
Both failures came when the seat was being used with its five-point harness. No problems were found in booster seat mode. The two seats that failed were manufactured in December and February, respectively -- well before the April 2010 cutoff date for the recall.
Later production units -- those made after April and not subject to the recall -- included certain design modifications and passed the tests. CR says they are safe to use.
After being informed of the Consumer Reports test results, Evenflo announced a voluntary recall of 13,792 units sold or available for sale in the U.S., and another 4,479 units in Canada.
The affected U.S. units include all those manufactured up to April 9, 2010; in Canada, units manufactured up to April 26, 2010 are affected, the company said.
Evenflo said its recent tests replicated the Consumer Reports finding, though it has no reports of cracks developing in the field or of any actual injuries resulting from the problem. The company is asking retailers to pull the recalled units from their shelves.
Evenflo says it has developed a fix -- a "remedy kit [that] includes an easily installed bracket to reinforce the seat without tools" -- that will be distributed free to owners of the recalled units. It advised people who are still using the Maestro with the harness (for children under 40 pounds) not to use their seat until it has been upgraded.
Owners who are using the seat in its booster mode for children over 40 pounds may continue using the seat, the company said. The seat was rated a "Best Bet" by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety for use in booster mode.
Customers may call a special phone number to receive the kit (800-233-5921 in the U.S. or 800-265-0749 in Canada). Consumer Reports says it plans follow-up tests on seats incorporating the remedy kit as soon as possible.
To find out if your unit is among those to be recalled, check the manufacture date and model number -- both of which appear on a white label behind the seat as well as on the box. Affected model numbers in the US are 3101198, 3101980, 31011048, 31011049, and 31011059 and in Canada it is 31011057C.
Parents who are using the Maestro with its harness should obtain a remedy kit as soon as possible. "Even though there have been no reports of injuries, loose harness straps can allow a child's body to move farther forward during a crash than they would if the harness was tight," said Jennifer Stockburger, manager of Consumer Reports' vehicle-and-child-safety program. "That could expose a child to potential injury and to an increased risk of ejection in a crash,"
Stockburger cautions owners not to switch to booster mode prematurely simply because the problems were identified only in harness mode. "A child is better secured and has less potential for injury in a crash when secured using a seat's internal harness," she says. "Moving a child to a booster seat mode prematurely is actually a step-down in overall safety."
For consumers looking for an alternative model, CR recommends the Graco Nautilus 3-in-1, priced at $165 with harness capacity of 20 to 65 pounds.
Evenflo Maestro Car Seat Recalled. Alert was issued after the child seat failed a Consumer Reports crash test. ...
Briggs & Stratton is recalling about 500 Craftsman riding mowers sold at Sears stores.
The side discharge chutes on the mowers may not be fully secured. Bolts can be forcefully discharged from mower if not properly tightened, possibly injuring the mower operator or bystanders.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled riding mowers and contact Sears for a free inspection and repair. Sears is sending consumers letters with information on scheduling an inspection and repair.
The firm has received one report of a bolt that discharged forcefully, breaking a window.
This recall involves Craftsman riding mowers with model number 107.28034 and serial numbers listed below. The rear engine mounted riding mower is black. The model and serial numbers can be found on the data tag on the back of the riding mower.
Serial numbers included in this recall:
Sears stores sold the mowers nationwide between February 2010 and May 2010 for about $1,400.
For additional information, contact Sears at (800) 859-7026 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.sears.com
Craftsman Riding Mowers Recalled. Side discharge chute may not be fully secured....
This children's product was originallyrecalledin January 2009. Since that time, there have been additional injuries caused by the Spa Factoryâ„¢ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain & Bath Benefits Kits. Pressure from the buildup of carbon dioxide in the jars of Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies that come with the kits can cause the unvented lids to blow off, posing explosion and projectile hazards. The flying pieces also can cause property damage.
Additionally, the mixture of water with the Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies can create citric acid. This acid can get into consumers' eyes when the jars explode, posing a risk of eye irritation.
As of January 2009, CPSC had received 88 reports of exploding jars, including 13 injuries to children. Since that time, CPSC has received 12 additional reports of exploding unvented jars of JAKKS' Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies, including 13 additional reported injuries. The new injuries include irritated eyes, irritated skin and one eye injury from projectile jar lids.
JAKKS Pacific Spa Factory Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain & Bath Benefits Kits were sold at Sam's Club, Walmart, Target and other stores nationwide from August 2008 through August 2010. They sold for between $13 and $50 and continue to be available in some stores.
Consumers should immediately take the toy's jars and caps without vent holes away from children, dispose of any jar lids without vent holes and contact JAKKS Pacific to receive free jar lids with vent holes. Contact JAKKS toll-free at (877) 875-2557 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, visit the firm's website at www.myspafactory.com or email the firm atcaps@jakks.net
| Model | Item Number | UPC Bar Code |
|---|---|---|
| Spa Factoryâ„¢ Bath Benefitsâ„¢ Kit | 37836 | 22876-37836-6 |
| Spa Factoryâ„¢ Deluxe Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain | 37908 | 22876-37908-0 |
| Spa Factoryâ„¢ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain | 37837 | 22876-37837-3 |
| Spa Factoryâ„¢ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain | 54892 | 22876-54892-9 |
| Spa Factoryâ„¢ Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Fountain | 54857 | 22876-54857-8 |
JAKKS Recalls Spa Fantasy Aromatherapy Kits. Jar lids can explode under pressure....
The Ryobi Model HP 1802M cordless drill is powered by an 18 volt rechargeable NiCad battery. The drills are blue and black in color with "Ryobi" appearing in red and white on the left side. The model number can be found on a white label on the right side of the drill.
The drills, made in China, were sold at Home Depot from January 2001 to July 2003 for about $100.
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled drill, remove the rechargeable battery and contact Ryobi to receive a free replacement drill.For additional information, contact Ryobi Customer Service at (800) 597-9624 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.ryobitools.com
Ryobi Recalls Cordless Power Drills because they can overheat....
Some Mercedes models may have steering flaw....
Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the power steering pressure line may have been improperly crimped, possibly causing a power steering fluid leak.
If the leak develops, the driver will hear noise from the power steering pump and increased effort will be needed for steering.
Also, if the power steering fluid sprays onto hot engine parts, a fire could occur in the engine compartment.
Dealers will inspect the power steering line and, if necessary, replace it.
Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339.
General Motors is recalling some of its 2010 Cadillac SRX models. The recall applies to vehicles equipped with 2.8-liter gas engines or 3.0-liter gas engi...
That could cause a loss or reduction in steering capability, possibly causing a crash.
Dealers will inspect the steering column when the recall begins in October 2010.
Owners may contact Hyundai at 787-999-3333.
Hyundai is recalling some of its 2011 Sonata vehicles....
Tike Tech is recalling about 800 Tike Tech Single City X3 and X3 Sport jogging strollers.
The opening between the grab bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck by the grab bar, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed. When using a stroller, parents and caregivers are encouraged to always secure children by using the safety harness and never to leave them unattended.
| ID-Codes |
| TT-18-01 |
| TT-18-02 |
| TT-18-03 |
| TT-18-04 |
| TT-18-05 |
| TT-18-06 |
| TT-18-07 |
The grab bar is optional and can be removed from the stroller.
The strollers, made in China, were sold at juvenile product stores nationwide and websites including www.amazon.com from October 2009 through February 2010 for about $300.
Consumers should immediately remove the grab bar from the stroller and contact Tike Tech to receive a free replacement grab bar.
For additional information, contact Tike Tech at (800) 296-4602 between 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or email the firm at recall@tiketech.com or visit firm's website at www.tiketech.com.
To learn more about the importance of stroller safety, download CPSC's safety alert: www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PUBS/5096.pdf.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Tike Tech Recalls Jogging Strollers...
PBteen, a division of Williams-Sonoma, is recalling about 5,900 Sleep and Study loft beds. The side rail on the bed can crack allowing the mattress support to collapse, posing a fall and injury hazard to users.
The firm has received seven reports of the bed rail cracking or splitting. In one reported incident, a child sustained lacerations to his head when the side rail split as he climbed down the ladder.
This recall involves PBteen Sleep and Study Loft beds in a variety of colors: espresso, honey, white and black. The bed is elevated and has a desk and bookcase underneath it. The beds were sold in the following colors: honey, black, espresso, and white.
The beds, made in Vietnam, were sold by PBteen stores in Georgia, New York and Illinois and online at www.pbteen.com for about $1,800. The recalled loft beds were delivered to consumers from January 2008 through July 2010.
Consumers should immediately contact PBteen to schedule installation of a free replacement side rail support bracket.
For additional information, contact PBteen toll-free at (877) 494-9822 between 7 a.m. and midnight ET or visit the firm's website at www.pbteen.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
PBteen Recalls Sleep and Study Loft Beds...
About 1,500 Castalon frying pans are being recalled. The enamel coating of the pan can crackle and break off after a few uses, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
There has been one reported incident of a piece of enamel popping off of the pan, and causing a minor burn to a consumer.
The recalled product is a cast iron cast-lite frying pan with an enamel coating inside and out. The pan was sold in a variety of colors and has model numbers: TTU9203, P9204, P9207, P9208, P9242, P9243, P9244, P9248, P9250, P9261, P9266, P9274, P9275, P9276 on the color sleeve packaging of the product. The models are correlated to pan colors.
The frying pans, made in China, were sold at Bed, Bath & Beyond and Wegmans nationwide from May 2010 through September 2010 for about $30.
Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Tabletops Unlimited for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund.
For additional information, contact Tabletops Unlimited toll-free at (888) 239-2021 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.ttucorp.com.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Castalon Frying Pans Recalled...
Valco Baby is recalling about 12,000 Valco Baby Tri Mode single and twin jogging strollers.
The opening between the grab bar and seat bottom of the stroller can allow an infant's body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck by the grab bar, posing a strangulation hazard to young children when a child is not harnessed. When using a stroller, parents and caregivers are encouraged always to secure children by using the safety harness and never to leave them unattended.
This recall involves the grab bar on Tri Mode Single and Twin strollers. "Valco Baby" is printed on the head rest and the padding on the footboard. The grab bar is optional and can be removed from the stroller. The stroller's model numbers are located on a white sticker on the left hand side of brake bar. The recalled strollers with the affected grab bars are listed in the chart below.
| Model Numbers | ||
| RUN6140 | RUN6141 | RUN6142 |
| RUN6143 | RUN6144 | RUN6145 |
| RUN6146 | RUN6147 | RUN7710 |
| RUN7711 | TRI8800 | TRI8801 |
| TRI8802 | TRI8803 | TRI8890 |
| TRI9103 | TRI9104 | TRI9105 |
| TRI9106 | TRI1033 | TRI1034 |
| TRI1035 | ||
The strollers, made in China, were sold at juvenile product stores and websites including www.amazon.com between November 2007 and March 2010 for between $480 to $700.
Consumers should immediately remove the grab bar from the stroller and contact Valco Baby to receive a free replacement grab bar.
For additional information, contact Valco Baby at (800) 610-7850 between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, visit the firm's website at www.valcobaby.com or email at recall@valcobaby.com
To learn more about the importance of stroller safety, download CPSC's safety alert: www.cpsc.gov/CPSCPUB/PUBS/5096.pdf.
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Valco Baby Recalls Jogging Strollers...
About 11,400 Alexander Designs drop-side cribs sold at JCPenney stores are being recalled.
The drop-side rail hardware on the cribs can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, a hazardous gap is created between the drop-side rail and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become wedged or entrapped, posing risks of suffocation and strangulation.
In addition, children can fall out of the crib when the drop-side rail falls unexpectedly or detaches from the crib. Drop-side rail failures also can occur due to incorrect assembly or with age-related wear and tear. Other models of Jardine drop-side cribs were recalled for repair on June 24, 2010.
Safety regulators have received two reports of incidents involving drop-side malfunctions on Alexander Designs drop-side cribs. In one incident, which involved a crib that had been misassembled, the plastic hardware broke and the drop-side rail fell unexpectedly. In a second incident, a hardware failure caused the drop-side rail to detach from the crib. No injuries were reported.
This recall involves full-size cribs sold under the Alexander Designs brand name. "Alexander Designs Ltd." and the JCPenney catalog/item number are printed on a label on the crib's headboard. The following models are included:
| Model Name | JCPenney Item Number(s) | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Alexander 3-in-1 Crib | 343-8359 | honey pine |
| 343-8359 | white | |
| Alexander Classic Crib | 343-8180 | cherry |
| 343-8180 | honey pine | |
| 343-8180 | white | |
| Alexander Sleigh Crib | 343-8802 | cherry |
| 343-8802 | white |
The cribs, made in China, were sold through JCPenney printed catalogs and online at JCPenney.com from March 2003 through April 2007 for about $200.
Consumers should immediately stop using the cribs and obtain a free repair kit that will immobilize the drop-side rail. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on the child's age.
For additional information, contact Jardine at (800) 295-1980 anytime or visit the firm's website at http://www.jdservice.biz/jcp-safety-notice
The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Alexander Designs Drop-Side Cribs Sold at JCPenney Recalled...
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