Home products: every recall, from CPSC

Home product recall Taphandles Recalls Ceramic Beer Tap Handles Due to Laceration Hazard The ceramic beer tap handle can break during normal use, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Oct 18, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNot saidinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedOct 18, 2012The hazardCuts, impacts or projectilesWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesThe notice doesn’t say

Home product recall ElliptiGO Recalls Elliptical Cycles Due to Fall Hazard The drive arm on the ElliptiGO cycles can crack or break during use, posing a fall hazard to the user. CPSC says to stop using it Oct 11, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedOct 11, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Sharper Image USB Wall Chargers Recalled by Atomi Due to Fire and Burn Hazards The chargers can overheat and smoke, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Oct 10, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedOct 10, 2012The hazardFire or burns; Cuts, impacts or projectilesWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Injury Hazard The washer’s basket can separate during use and break the washer’s top panel, posing an injury hazard to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Oct 3, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedOct 3, 2012The hazardAnother hazard: see the noticeWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Fitness Anywhere Recalls Early Model Suspension Trainer Devices Due to Fall Hazard The strap length-adjustment buckles can break, posing a fall hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Oct 2, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedOct 2, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Haier America Recalls 42-inch LED-TVs Due to Risk of Injury The TV stand’s neck support can break and cause the TV to tip over, posing a risk of injury to the consumer. CPSC says to stop using it Oct 2, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedOct 2, 2012The hazardAnother hazard: see the noticeWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Kubota Recalls Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard Carbon monoxide can accumulate in the vehicle cab when the engine is idling and the vehicle is not moving, resulting in carbon monoxide poisoning. Oct 2, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredNot saidinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedOct 2, 2012The hazardPoisoning or chemicalsWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesThe notice doesn’t say

Home product recall Cabot Recalls Wood Cleaner and Wood Brightener With Spray Pump Due To Irritation and Burn Hazard The spray pump used for both products can lose its seal, causing the product to leak. Sep 27, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 27, 2012The hazardFire or burns; Choking or swallowing; Poisoning or chemicalsWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Atomic Aquatics Recalls Cobalt Dive Computer Due to Impact and Drowning Hazard The unit can leak and cause the lens of the computer to blow off suddenly, which could result in impact injuries, and can cause a gas leak, posing a drowning… CPSC says to stop using it Sep 27, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 27, 2012The hazardCuts, impacts or projectilesWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Specialized Bicycle Components Recalls Bicycles Due to Fall and Injury Hazards The front fork can break, posing fall and injury hazards to riders. Sep 25, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 25, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Hayneedle Recalls Wooden Arc Hammock Stands Due to Fall Hazard The layers of wood in the stand can separate and fail, causing the stand to break and posing a fall hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Sep 20, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 20, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Residential Elevators Recalled for Repair by ThyssenKrupp Access Manufacturing Due to Fall Hazard The elevator’s door can unlock and open at a landing with no elevator car present, exposing the elevator shaft and posing a fall hazard to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Sep 20, 2012announced by CPSCNew instructionswhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 20, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredNew instructionsInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Club Car Recalls Golf Cars and Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard The fuel tank filler neck can crack and allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Sep 19, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 19, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall True Innovations Recalls Prestigio Office Chairs Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Office Depot The seat plate can break, posing fall and injury hazards to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Sep 13, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 13, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Death of Child Prompts Recall of Window Blinds by Blind Xpress The vertical blinds have an adjustment cord that forms a loop that is not attached to the wall or floor. CPSC says to stop using it Sep 6, 2012announced by CPSCNot saidinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 6, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredSee the noticeInjuriesThe notice doesn’t say

Home product recall Legrand Wiremold Recalls Power Strips Due to Electric Shock Hazard The electrical wires are reversed on the receptacles on the power strips, posing a risk of electrical shock. CPSC says to stop using it Sep 6, 2012announced by CPSCReplace or refundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedSep 6, 2012The hazardElectric shockWhat’s offeredReplace or refundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewers Recalled by JCS Due to Burn Hazard A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 30, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 30, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Shimano Recalls to Repair PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars Due to a Fall Hazard The recalled handlebars can break during riding, posing a fall hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 30, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 30, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Inflatable Recreational Tubes Recalled by Tractor Supply Due to Chemical Burn and Irritation Hazard Contact with the inflatable tube can result in severe skin irritation or burns. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 30, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 30, 2012The hazardFire or burns; Poisoning or chemicalsWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall BatteriesPlus Expands Recall of Battery Packs Used with Cordless Tools Due to Explosion Hazard The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 30, 2012announced by CPSCNew instructionswhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 30, 2012The hazardAnother hazard: see the noticeWhat’s offeredNew instructionsInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Avalanche Airbags Recalled by Snowpulse Due to Risk of Injury1 A leak in the airbag’s cartridge can result in the airbag not deploying, posing a risk of death and injury in the event of an avalanche. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 30, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 30, 2012The hazardCrash riskWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall DeVilbiss Air Power Co Recalls Air Compressors Due to Fire Hazard The air compressor motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 30, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 30, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Cost Plus Recalls Silk Floor Mats Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Cost Plus World Market The recalled silk mats can have a tack or staple woven into the fabric strips. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 30, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 30, 2012The hazardCuts, impacts or projectilesWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Specialized Bicycle Components Expands Recall of Bike Brake Levers Due to Crash Hazard The adjuster cap and brake cable can slide out of position and make the brakes non-operational. Aug 30, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 30, 2012The hazardCrash riskWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Cooper Lighting Recalls Shower Light Trim and Glass Lens Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards1 The shower light’s trim and glass lens can fall from the ceiling fixture, posing an impact and laceration hazard to consumers. Aug 29, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 29, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapment; Cuts, impacts or projectilesWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Eecycleworks Recalls Bicycle Brakes Due to Fall Hazard The bridge of the brakes can crack, posing a fall hazard to riders. Aug 28, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 28, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapment; Crash riskWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Sherwin-Williams Recalls Dupli-Color Automotive Paint Due to Fire Hazard The aerosol paint canister can leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers if the paint can is stored near a source of ignition. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 28, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 28, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Sherwin-Williams Recalls Krylon Glaze and Acrylic Due to Fire Hazard The aerosol canister can leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers if the can is stored near a source of ignition. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 28, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 28, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Sherwin-Williams Recalls Tree House Acrylic Coating Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Hobby Lobby The aerosol canister can leak, posing a fire hazard to consumers if the can is stored near a source of ignition. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 28, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 28, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Zest Garden Recalls Wilson & Fisher Bistro Sets Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Big Lots Stores The chairs can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 23, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 23, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Mansfield Plumbing Products Recalls Bathtubs, Whirlpools and Air Massage Bathtubs Due to Fall Hazard The grab bars used on the products can loosen and break, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Aug 23, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 23, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Energizer Recalls Night Lights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target The night lights can overheat and smoke, posing a burn hazard to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 22, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 22, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Kawasaki Recalls Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Injury, Death Hazard The steering gear assembly and front brakes can fail, resulting in the loss of steering and braking, posing a risk of injury or death. Aug 22, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredNot saidinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 22, 2012The hazardCrash riskWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesThe notice doesn’t say

Home product recall LG Electronics and Sears Recall Gas Dryers For Repair Due to Fire Hazard The gas valve in the recalled dryers can fail to shut off properly, continuing to heat the dryer and its contents after the drying cycle is complete. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 21, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 21, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Gerber Recalls Machetes Due to Laceration Hazard A weakness in the area where the handle meets the blade can cause the handle or the blade to break during use, posing a laceration hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 16, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 16, 2012The hazardCuts, impacts or projectilesWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Ceiling Fans Recalled by Emerson Air Comfort Products Due to Injury Hazard The ceiling fan’s hanger bracket can spread apart due to heat from the motor and/or out-of-balance operation, causing the fan to fall from the ceiling. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 16, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 16, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Heated Mats for Pets Recalled by World Class Due to Fire and Electrical Shock Hazards to Consumers; Sold Exclusively at Amazon.com The heated mats have poor wiring and construction, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 16, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 16, 2012The hazardFire or burns; Electric shockWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall PBteen Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Risk of Injury The front upper horizontal panel on the bunk beds can crack or break, posing a risk of injury to the consumer. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 16, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 16, 2012The hazardAnother hazard: see the noticeWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Toysmith Recalls Animal Snap Bracelets Due to Laceration Hazard The metal snap band can wear through the fabric covering resulting in exposing sharp edges and posing a laceration hazard. Aug 14, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 14, 2012The hazardCuts, impacts or projectilesWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Canon Recalls for Repair EOS Rebel T4i Digital Cameras Due to Risk of Allergic Reaction A chemical used in the camera’s rubber grips can result in a reaction that changes the grips from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation to the… CPSC says to stop using it Aug 14, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNot saidinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 14, 2012The hazardPoisoning or chemicalsWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesThe notice doesn’t say

Home product recall GE Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard An electrical failure in the dishwasher’s heating element can pose a fire hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 9, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 9, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Sears Recalls Kenmore® Dehumidifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Aug 2, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 2, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Patio Bistro Sets Sold at Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Fall Hazard; Made by Midas Lin Co. When the chair support bar is not fully engaged, the chair poses a fall hazard to a consumer who sits in the partially engaged chair. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 2, 2012announced by CPSCNew instructionswhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 2, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredNew instructionsInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Stage and Riser Caddies Recalled by Midwest Folding Products Due to Risk of Injury or Death Child died when stage stored on caddy fell on her The caddy’s latches do not automatically close to secure the stages and risers when stored. CPSC says to stop using it Aug 1, 2012announced by CPSCReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedAug 1, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredSee the noticeInjuriesReported in the notice

Home product recall Motion Sensing Security Lights Recalled by HeathCo due to Electrical Shock Hazard Sold Exclusively at Home Depot Internal wiring can be damaged during installation, bulb replacement or adjustment, posing an electric shock hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Jul 26, 2012announced by CPSCReplacewhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedJul 26, 2012The hazardElectric shockWhat’s offeredReplaceInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Burlington Coat Factory Recalls Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard The power strips have undersized wiring which poses a risk of shock to consumers. CPSC says to stop using it Jul 19, 2012announced by CPSCRefundwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedJul 19, 2012The hazardFire or burns; Electric shockWhat’s offeredRefundInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Club Car Recalls Golf and Transport Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard The fuel hose can separate from the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Jul 19, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredNoneinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedJul 19, 2012The hazardFire or burnsWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesNone, the notice says

Home product recall Samuel Lawrence Furniture Expands Recall of Sleigh Beds Due to Fall Hazard The hardware holding the headboard and footboard can loosen or detach, posing a fall hazard. CPSC says to stop using it Jul 18, 2012announced by CPSCRepairwhat’s offeredReportedinjuries, in the notice AnnouncedJul 18, 2012The hazardFalls, tip-overs or entrapmentWhat’s offeredRepairInjuriesReported in the notice

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