US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent recalls and product safety news
Recalls and product safety news from CPSC ( http://www.cpsc.gov) update: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT
Sony Recalls Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard
date: Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT
Irregularly positioned wires near the computer’s hinge and/or a dislodged screw inside the hinge can cause a short circuit and overheating. This poses a burn hazard to consumers. read more
Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard
date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:00:00 GMT
Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers. read more
Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:00:00 GMT
The recalled metal pendants and charms contain high levels of lead. read more
Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:00:00 GMT
The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby. read more
Cordless Screwdrivers Recalled by Menards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:45:00 GMT
The battery can overheat and ignite during charging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There is no protective device on the lithium battery to prevent overheating. read more
Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes; Metal Clasp Can Break and Cause Facial and Body Injuries to Dog Owners
date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:45:00 GMT
The metal clasp connecting the leash to a dog's collar can bend or break while in use, causing the leash to recoil back unexpectedly. This poses a serious risk of injury to consumers. read more
Circo Children's Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:45:00 GMT
The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. read more
Bicycles with Deda Forza Handlebar Stems Recalled by Deda Elementi Due to Crash Hazard
date: Wed, 03 Sep 2008 14:45:00 GMT
The top of the bicycle handlebar stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard. read more
The tires on the portable garden hose reel can explode while being inflated, posing an injury hazard to consumers. read more
Hooded Sweaters Recalled by Empress Arts; Children Can Strangle on Drawstrings
date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 18:45:00 GMT
The sweaters have drawstrings through the hood. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. From 1985 through June 2008, CPSC received reports of 27 deaths and 70 non-fatal incidents involving the entanglement of children's clothing drawstrings. read more
Baby Hammocks Recalled by FlagHouse Inc. Due to Fall and Strangulation Hazards
date: Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:30:00 GMT
The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who get entrapped in the seat's restraint straps while upside down. read more
Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
date: Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:30:00 GMT
The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects. read more
Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard
date: Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:30:00 GMT
Yesterday, CPSC warned parents, caregivers and consumers to immediately stop using convertible "close-sleeper/bedside sleeper" bassinets manufactured by Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa., due to a serious safety risk. Today, CPSC is announcing that six retailers have voluntarily agreed to recall the product and provide a refund or store credit to consumers who return the product to the store where purchased. read more
Wooden Infant Toys Recalled by Habermaass Corp. Due to Choking Hazard
date: Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:00:00 GMT
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard. read more
Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi International Due to Strangulation Hazard
date: Thu, 28 Aug 2008 18:00:00 GMT
The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. read more
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