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All product recalls associated with Juice Tiger.
Total Recalls
1000
Past Year
1000
Class I (Serious)
34
Most Recent
Jan 2026
Data from FDA, USDA, CPSC, and NHTSA public records. Recall counts vary by company size, industry, and reporting practices. Always check official sources for current information.
March 26, 1996 Release # 96-086 WASHINGTON, D.C. -In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), National Media Corporation, of Philadelphia, Pa., announced an inspection and parts replacement program for 77,000 JUICE TIGER electric juicers. The plastic cover and wire mesh grater/filter basket may crack or shatter if the basket is not placed in the juicer properly, possibly injuring people nearby. CPSC and National Media Corporation are aware of 14 incidents resulting in at least eight lacerations to the hands, face, arms, and chest and one permanent eye injury.The consumer safety program involves JUICE TIGER juicers with model numbers 204-SP and JE-1000 marked on the underside of the base. These juicers were sold directly through television infomercials from November 1991 through October 1993 at prices ranging from $100 to $150. The white plastic juicers are clearly marked with the JUICE TIGER logo, which is prominently displayed on the unit. The consumer safety program does not apply to JUICE TIGER model 160 or those with "Made in France" on the underside of the base or JUICE TIGER juicers sold in retail stores and other nontelevision channels of distribution. National Media sold a total of approximately 600,000 JUICE TIGER juicers between November 1991 and October 1993.Consumers should immediately check their unit for damaged parts. If cracks, scratches, or other signs of wear are present, consumers should stop using the juicer and discard or destroy it. The firm cannot be contacted and no further remedy is available
January 2, 1996 Release # 96-058 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Atlas Electric Corporation of Burlington, N.C., is voluntarily recalling approximately 15,600 portable halogen indoor/outdoor work lights, models CLP150, PQ150WS, PQ500WS, ST500 and TST500. Water may leak into the lights, component temperatures may exceed set limits, or the junction box may break away from the main bulb housing to expose live wires. Models ST500 and TST 500 may also tip over easily. As a result these work lights may pose a serious shock, burn or fire hazard.The models subject to this recall were sold in white boxes and were printed in part with the Atlas address, Atlas logo, and model number, and "Made in China." Model ST500, sold since February 1995, is a single work light mounted on a tripod. Model TST500, sold since June 1995, consists of two work lights mounted on a tripod. Model CLP150, sold since July 1995, is a clip-on work light. Models PQ150WS and PQ500WS, sold since February 1995, consists of a light mounted on a small frame with a handle on top. All of the lights involved in this recall are black and yellow. Electrical distributors and retailers sold these work lights nationwide for approximately $11.95 to $35.95 for the light mounted on a tripod.Atlas Electric Corporation has received no reports of injury associated with the use of these products.Consumers should stop using these portable halogen work lights immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers should call Atlas Electric's Operations Manager at (800) 849-8485
December 21, 1995 Release # 96-052 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MAVIC, S.A., of France, and it's distribution facilities in West Chester, Pa., is recalling 1,303 Cosmic brand bicycle wheels for road bikes. The front wheel hub may fracture and cause the spokes to come loose, and as a result the rider could lose control of the bicycle and fall.MAVIC is recalling 1,126 front wheels sold between December 19, 1994 and June 29, 1995, with serial numbers 275 94 000 through 365 94 000 and 001 95 000 through 179 95 000. The company also is recalling 177 rear wheels sold from March through June 1995 with serial numbers between 048 95 000 and 075 95 999. The serial number is located on the wheel rim. Bicycle specialty stores sold the front wheels for $339 and the rear wheels for $449 nationwide.Consumers should stop using the recalled wheels immediately and return them to the store where purchased for free repair. Consumers who already have had their wheels repaired under this recall need not take further action. Consumers with questions about this recall can call MAVIC at (800) 548-2945 or write the company at 207 Carter Drive, West Chester, Penn. 19382.CPSC is not aware of any incidents involving these bicycle wheels
December 6, 1995 Release # 96-036 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Charpente Division of Michel and Co., of Culver City, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 12,000 Classic Winnie the Pooh pull toys. Children can choke on the small wooden ball at the end of the toy's pull cord, or strangle on the toy's pull cord. The five styles of wooden pull toys each feature Winnie the Pooh characters on a wooden cart. The carts' wheels are either natural wood with wooden pegs, or natural wood with pale blue pegs. Each cart has a pull cord at least 12" long, with a wooden ball at the end. A stamp on the bottom of each toy reads in part, "Classic POOH ... Charpente Designs... Based on the 'Winnie The Pooh' works..."The five styles involved in this recall are Pooh, number 65301, measuring 6.5" long by 4" wide by 11.5" tall; Eeyore, number 65302, measuring 6.5" by 4" by 8.5"; Pooh with Honey Pot and Piglet, number 65303, measuring approximately 7.5" by 4.5" by 9.5"; Pooh and Piglet in Wagon, number 65304, measuring 8.25" by 4.2" by 8"; and Christopher, Pooh and Gang, number 65305, measuring 9" by 4.2" by 8.5".The toys were imported from Taiwan and sold nationwide from early 1994 to the present in department stores, gift shops and upscale specialty shops. The toys were sold individually for $30 to $35.Consumers should take the pull toys away from young children immediately and return the toy to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Michel and Co., Inc. at (800) 533-7263, or write to the company at P.O. Box 3625, Culver City, Calif. 90231-3625.CPSC and Charpente Division, Michel and Co., are not aware of any injuries involving this toy. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury
October 27, 1995 Release # 96-010 Clarification: Please note revised model number "KX-P6500" WASHINGTON, D.C. In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Matsushita Electric Corporation of America of Secaucus, N.J., is announcing a voluntary program to inspect approximately 3,000 Panasonic brand laser printers that may have been incorrectly assembled and, if not properly grounded, may pose an electrical shock hazard. Model KX-P6100 and KX-P6500 laser printers were sold nationwide from April through October 1995 for between $400 and $500. Model numbers appear on the front of the printer to the left of the on/off indicator lights. Owners of Panasonic KX-P6100 or KX-P6500 model printers should call (800) 328-6394 to schedule a free inspection by trained service personnel. If the printer is defective, Panasonic will arrange to have the printer replaced, at no charge to the consumer, with a printer that has been fully examined to meet specifications. Panasonic will also give consumers who have their printers inspected a free toner cartridge.Printers that have passed inspection and do not have this defect have a colored dot on the underside of the printer and on the box in which they are packed. Panasonic, which reported this matter to the CPSC, has not received any reports of complaints or incidents related to this potential defect in the printer. No other Panasonic printer models or other products are involved in this recall. The company has implemented this program as part of its commitment to customer safety and product quality.Media inquiries of Panasonic can be directed to Justin Camerlengo at (201) 392-4437
October 10, 1995 Release # 96-002 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation of Brookfield, Wis., is recalling approximately 9,300 sander/grinders. A switch on the tools may stick "on" or may "turn on" with minima trigger pressure, which could subject the tool operator to injury.Milwaukee 4-1/2" Mag series sander/grinders with nameplate catalog numbers 6148 or 6151, and packaging catalog numbers 6148-6, 6149-6, and 6151 are included in this recall. The nameplate catalog number is found on the label located on top of the sander/grinder, and the packaging label is found on the side of the box the tool is purchased in. Milwaukee Electric has not received any reports of injury involving the sander/grinders.The sander/grinders were sold from July 1, 1995 to September 30, 1995 for about $120 each through construction and industrial distributors, home centers, and hardware stores nationwide.Consumers who own a recalled sander/grinder should return it for a replacement to the place of purchase, or to Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation at 8950 Hacks Cross Road, Olive Branch, Miss. 38654, or to the nearest Milwaukee Branch Office/Service Center. If it is necessary to ship 4-1/2" Mag Series sander/grinders, Milwaukee recommends that returns be made via United parcel Service (UPS). Milwaukee will reimburse tool owners for shipping expenses. Consumers should not use UPS/C.O.D. returns for shipping charges.For more information, or for the location of the nearest Milwaukee Branch Office/Service Center, consumers should contact Milwaukee Product Service staff at (800) 274-9804 between 8 am and 4:30 pm CDT
September 7, 1995 Release # 95-163 WASHINGTON, DC - CPSC, Chronicle Books of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling two of its titles: "Splish Splash" and "Fuzz and Fur" books. CPSC has tested the books and determined that their plastic binder bolts may separate, presenting a choking hazard to young children.The books, measuring 7 inches wide by 6 inches tall, are made of heavy cardboard fastened together by two plastic bolts. The front and back covers have cut outs filled with fabric. The cover of "Fuzz and Fur," item number ISBN 0-8118-0377-5, has a juvenile drawing of a child and bear on the front and a child on the back. The cover of "Splish Splash," item number ISBN 0-8118-0346-5, shows a child and bathtub on the front and a child and duck on the back. Both books come wrapped in clear plastic and are labeled in part: "$5.95, Chronicle Books, 275 Fifth Street, San Francisco, CA 94103, Happy Baby Books, Copyright 1995 by Lizi Boyd, Printed in the Philippines."The majority of these books were sold nationwide between May 1 and June 19, 1995. Between May 1 and May 26, 5,903 copies of "Fuzz and Fur" and 5,397 copies of "Splish Splash" were released into the marketplace. The books were sold through a variety of book and specialty outlets including chain and discount stores; toy stores; book stores; gift stores; gourmet stores; stationary stores; college/university stores; wholesalers; museum stores and galleries. Consumers should take these books away from young children immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers who have questions about this recall can call Chronicle Books at (800) 722-6657 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. PST.CPSC was notified about the hazardous books by the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and Chronicle Books. CPSC and Chronicle Books are not aware of any injuries involving these books. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury
August 17, 1995 Release # 95-157 WASHINGTON, D.C.- CPSC, American Harvest Inc. of Chaska, Minn., is announcing a repair program for 56,843 food dehydrators. The heating element in the food dehydrators can overheat, presenting a fire hazard.American Harvest is aware of three recent incidents in which the heating element overheated. CPSC and American Harvest are not aware of any injuries involving this product.The recall program involves three Snackmaster models: 2200/FD-30, 2400/FD-50, and 2400T/FD-50T. The serial numbers on the bottom of the base of the recalled appliances have the first two digits 59 with B, C, D, F, G, H or J as the third digit, and ZB, ZC, ZD, ZF or ZH as the fourth and fifth digits. The recall also includes Snackmaster dehydrators with white or cream colored base covers that have been serviced since October 1994. The Snackmaster Jr. FD-20, and Gardenmaster FD-1000 are not affected by this recall.The round, white plastic appliances measure 13 inches in diameter with a two-inch thick base and a white plastic lid. The base is labeled "American Harvest Snackmaster Dehydrator." The base is stacked with two or four 1.25-inch deep trays with holes in the center. Each tray contains a white plastic screen on which fruit, vegetables, or meat can be dried. The Model FD-30 is packaged with 2 trays and the Model FD-50 and the Model FD- 50T are packaged with 4 trays. The FD-30 and the FD-50 have a gray plastic dial on the base which adjusts to various temperatures. The FD-50T has a digital read-out panel on the base with green rubber buttons for setting drying times and temperatures.The dehydrators were sold nationwide at leading retailers between January and August 1995 for up to $110. They were packaged in a box labelled in part, "American Harvest Snackmaster Dehydrator... As seen on TV... Fastest Most Even Drying... Made in USA..."To promote consumer participation in this product repair program, the company will return each repaired food dehydrator with 2 free Jerky spice packets. In addition, each repaired unit will have its warranty extended for an additional 12 months.Consumers with the recalled food dehydrators should stop using them and call American Harvest at (800) 624-2949. American Harvest will help consumers determine whether their Snackmaster is a part of this recall and will arrange to repair the unit by replacing its base cover for free
August 16, 1995 Release # 95-155 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Specialized Bicycle Components of Morgan Hill, Calif., is recalling 3,585 steel rigid forks on 1995 Stumpjumper mountain bikes and 52,868 handlebars on all models of 1994 Rockhopper mountain bikes. Specialized has received reports of handlebar and front brake failures, which could result in serious injury to bicycle riders.In addition to recalling and replacing the rigid forks on 1995 Stumpjumpers, Specialized is recalling and replacing all YC-A125PB handlebars, which were originally equipped on the following 1994 Rockhopper models: Rockhopper, Rockhopper Sport, Rockhopper GX, Rockhopper FS, Rockhopper Comp, and Rockhopper Comp FS. Specialized has received over 10 reports of injuries associated with broken handlebars.Authorized retailers sold mountain bikes with these recalled parts nationwide. Specialized is supplying authorized retailers with replacement parts for the rigid forks and handlebars.Consumers with 1995 Stumpjumper mountain bikes or 1994 models of Rockhopper mountain bikes should stop using their bikes immediately and bring them back to their authorized dealer for an inspection and fork or handlebar replacement free-of-charge. Consumers with questions about this recall can call Specialized Bicycle Components toll-free at (800) 214-1467. Direct media inquiries to Reed Pike, Quality Control manager, at (408)779-6229 ext. 2576
July 18, 1995 Release # 95-146 Applies only to units sold before July 18, 1995 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Bemis Manufacturing Co. of Sheboygan Falls, Wisc., is announcing a recall to upgrade the safety of approximately 400,000 Waterwick whole house humidifiers. Two electrical switches on the humidifier can overheat and possibly catch fire if cleaning, descaling, and disinfecting solutions are misapplied directly onto the unit's electrical controls.Consumers should stop using the humidifiers and call Essick Air Products (which bought Bemis Mfg.) at 800-547-3888 between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm CT, Monday through Friday. Essick will arrange for a free pickup and repair of the humidifiers. To promote consumer participation in this safety upgrade program, a free two-stage Air-Care air filter with each upgraded unit will be included. In addition, the upgraded unit will have its warranty extended for 12 months.This recall program involves only Waterwick whole house (10-12 gallon per day capacity) humidifiers, which have been sold nationwide and in Canada since 1990 at hardware and home supply stores. The humidifiers come in a variety of colors and styles. The control panel in the upper right hand corner of the grill has two control knobs and is labelled in part, "BEMIS WATERWICK." Two 2.6-gallon or greater capacity white water bottles fit inside the humidifier's cabinet. Recalled humidifiers can be identified by the following model numbers located on the large white Underwriters Laboratories (UL) sticker on the back side of the humidifier:4261 4262 4273 4362 4363 6974 4363CN4371 4963 4971 4973 6964 6964CN 4261CNBemis voluntarily brought this hazard to CPSC's attention and developed a corrective action plan. Bemis is aware of five reports of humidifiers overheating; however, the company and CPSC are not aware of any injuries. In 2004, Bemis Manufacturing Co. sold its humidifier business to Essick Air Products. Essick will continue to honor the terms of the recall. Consumers can contact Essick at 1-800-547-3888 between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm CT, Monday through Friday
July 7, 1995 Release # 95-141 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Fisher-Price Inc. of East Aurora, N.Y., is announcing a repair program for approximately 100,000 Baseball Training Centers. Fisher-Price is aware of five incidents in which batteries used in its No. 2875 Baseball Training Center overheated and exploded. Although only one minor injury has resulted, serious injury could occur if caustic battery contents come in contact with skin or eyes.The Baseball Training Center can be used by children three years old and older for pitching, hitting, and fielding practice. Children hit or throw baseballs into a large net, and the balls are thrown back out by a machine located in the toy's base. In some cases, the batteries that power the mechanism that throws balls can overheat and explode.The Baseball Training Center has a blue plastic base and a white mesh net that is attached to a large semicircle by yellow synthetic fabric. The toy, measuring 3 feet wide, 3 feet high and 15 inches deep, is sold with a brown plastic bat and five white plastic baseballs. The Baseball Training Center was sold nationwide through large toy stores and other retail outlets for approximately $35.00.Consumers who own the Baseball Training Center should turn off the toy and should not use the product until they repair it. Consumers should call Fisher-Price Consumer Affairs at 800-233-4004 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. EDT, Monday through Friday, or 10 a.m. through 5 p.m., Saturday, to request a free repair kit. The kit will contain a part for consumers to install in the training center's battery compartment to prevent battery overheating. Consumers should not return the product to retail outlets.Fisher-Price has instructed retailers to remove the product from their shelves and will immediately replace it with an improved product
May 17, 1995 Release # 95-122 WASHINGTON, DC - CPSC, GT Bicycles Inc. of Santa Ana, Calif., is announcing an inspection and repair program for the forks on all 1995 GT "Aggressor" model bicycles. This inspection program affects approximately 4,000 bicycles, which are equipped with forks made by Polygon Industries, Inc. of Taiwan, R.O.C. The forks could break during use causing the rider to lose control of the bicycle and fall.CPSC is aware of 13 incidents in which bolts in the bicycles loosened, causing the bicycle forks to break. Although no serious injuries have been reported, the potential for injury is significant.One thousand GT-authorized retailers sold the bicycles nationwide between October 1994 and March 1995 for about $400.00. The bicycles, which have either a bright blue or candy red finish with "Aggressor" written on the frame, sold in adult sizes from 14 1/2 inches to 22 inches.CPSC and GT Bicycles are instructing consumers to stop using their 1995 GT "Aggressor" bikes and bring them to any authorized GT Bicycles dealer for a free inspection. Dealers will inspect the bicycles, tighten any loose bolts, and replace damaged forks at no cost to the consumer.For more information, consumers can call GT Bicycles at (800) 743-3248. Media inquiries should be directed to either Aaron Raines or Bill Galloway at the same telephone number
May 15, 1995 Release # 95-120 Washington, D.C. - CPSC, HSN Marketing Inc. of Boonton, N.J., is recalling approximately 61,000 Juice Master Chef's Choice brand electric juicers. The plastic cover and wire mesh grating basket may crack or shatter if the basket is not properly placed in the machine.HSN Marketing is aware of one incident in which a consumer using the juicer sustained minor scratches when the cover and wire basket seperated from the juicer.HSN Marketing is recalling Juice Master Chef's Choice Juicers with the model number XTIV. These juicers were sold for $19.95 to $29.95 from October 1991 through May 1994 through television shopping channels, catalogs, and discount stores, such as Home Shopping Club (which is not affiliated with HSN Marketing), Spiegel, and Riches Department Store.Consumers should stop using the Juice Master Chef's Choice juicer immediately and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers can also mail their juicers to HSN Marketing Inc., 85 Fulton St., Boonton, N.J. 07005. The company will reimburse consumers for the cost of the juicer plus postage charges
April 17, 1995 Release # 95-102 WASHINGTON, DC - CPSC, the Kmart Corporation of Troy, Mich., is recalling 148,990 desk chairs. The chair's seat post may unexpectedly separate from the pedestal base, causing someone sitting in the chair to fall.Consumers can identify the recalled chairs by Kmart product code 21-86-61, item code 010218661114, printed on the outside of the retail carton. The chairs do not have an item number printed on them. The chair, which Kmart sold nationwide from July 1993 to March 1995 for $29.99, was packaged unassembled in a cardboard box labeled in part "BASIC DESIGNS ADJUSTABLE OFFICE CHAIR *** MADE IN TAIWAN". The gray upholstered rotary desk chair has a non-tilt seat and fixed back. The seat is attached to a five-prong metal pedestal base by a one-inch wide steel rod. There are two wheel casters on each prong of the pedestal base. The Kmart Corporation reported this hazard to CPSC after receiving seven reports of the seat unexpectedly detaching from the pedestal base.Consumers who own these chairs should stop using them immediately and return the chairs to any K-mart store for a refund. Replacement chairs will be available after May 15, 1995. Consumers who need more information about this recall should contact any Kmart store
March 22, 1995 Release # 95-096 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Zoll Woodworks of Wurtsboro, N.Y., is recalling 1,993 wooden rattles. The rattle handle may present a choking hazard for young children.The rattles are constructed of wood in varying shades of dark brown to near white. The Fudge Pop rattle resembles a chocolate coated vanilla ice cream bar. Near the top of the Fudge Pop rattle is a bite indentation revealing the "vanilla ice cream" inside. The rattle is 7.75 inches long and 2 inches wide and is glued into a 3.5-inch wood handle. The Lolly Pop measures 3 inches in diameter and is glued to a 4-inch wood handle. Both the Fudge Pop and Lolly Pop rattles have a 1.25-inch wooden ball glued to the end of the handle.Zoll Woodworks distributed the recalled rattles nationwide from February 1994 through January 1995. The rattles were sold for about $14.00 at art and craft galleries, museums, and gift shops including the Smithsonian Museum Shop and An American Craftsman.Although no complaints or injuries have been reported to Zoll, the company is taking this action as a preventive measure. Consumers should take the rattles away from children immediately and return the rattle to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. Consumers can call Zoll at (845) 888-5841 for more information
December 1, 1994 Release # 95-031 WASHINGTON, D.C. - As part of its ongoing investigation of injuries associated with mountain bikes, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the following three companies are announcing the recall or retrofit of about 186,700 mountain bike seat posts. The seat posts have clamp bolts under the seat which may break or fracture, depending on the make and model, resulting in loss of bicycle control and serious injury to the rider.Since the summer of 1994, the companies and CPSC have received at least 25 reported incidents of seat post breakage, resulting in 17 claimed injuries.The following companies are participating in this recall: COMPANY MAKE/MODEL DISTRIBUTION DATES PROBLEM SpecializedBicycleComponentsMorgan Hill, CA(800) 214-1468 Polygon PM-215Delta DP127;and DP510 8/93-11/94130,000 units Cracking or fracturing of the seat post clamp bolt. Cannondale Corp.Georgetown, Conn.800-BIKEUSA Polygon PM-215 1994;1994 1/2;1995 models42,753 units Cracking or fracturing of the seat of the seat bolt. Fisher BicycleA Divison ofthe TrekBicycle Corp.Waterloo, Wis.800-879-8735 Polygon PM-215on Advance andRangitoto - GaryFisher models 8/93-12/9314,000 units Cracking or fracturing of the seat of the seat bolt. CPSC and the companies urge consumers to stop using bicycles that have these model seat posts and immediately contact the manufacturer or a local authorized dealer. Owners of recalled seat posts will receive instructions to take their bikes to the place of purchase for a FREE repair and replacment seat post clamp bolt assembly
November 9, 1994 Release # 95-024 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, PriceCostco of Kirkland, Wash., is recalling about 17,000 reindeer Christmas stockings. During CPSC testing, a small gold colored bead on the reindeer's antlers pulled off, presenting a potential choking hazard to young children. PriceCostco originally sold the stockings, item number 74503 (COSTCO) and item number 79750 (Price Club), from September to December 1993, and CPSC and PriceCostco recalled them in December 1993. CPSC and PriceCostco are re-announcing this recall as consumers begin to take these stockings out of storage for the upcoming holiday season.The 20-inch Christmas stocking, which sold for $9.99, is made of a soft red, green, and white furry material with a 4-inch white border on top and the words "Merry Christmas" embroidered on the front just below a pocket that holds a sewn-in stuffed white reindeer. The 10-inch reindeer has a green fur nose and green fur hooves, feet, and antlers with a gold colored bead sewn on each antler. The ears, a bow tie on the reindeer, and the bottom of the feet are red. A tag sewn in the seam of the stocking reads, in part, "Chrisha, Playful Plush, Made in Indonesia."If the beads have not already been removed, CPSC and PriceCostco urge consumers to either remove and discard the beads from the reindeer's antlers or return the stocking to the store where purchased for a full refund.Neither CPSC, the manufacturer Chrisha Creation Limited of Greenville, R.I., nor PriceCostco is aware of any injuries involving these stockings. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.For more information about this recall, call Chrisha Creations at (401) 949-4328 or your local Price Club or Costco Wholesale Warehouse, or call PriceCostco at (800) 774-2678
October 3, 1994 Release # 95-002 Washington, D.C. - CPSC, BernzOmatic, once located in Medina, New York (now a brand under Irwin Industrial, located in Wilmington, OH), is offering owners of model TX900 and TX900A propane heaters $250 to return the heaters to the company. Carbon monoxide poisoning caused by a defective burner in the heaters has killed at least 42 people, six of them since 1987.About 40,000 of these portable propane gas radiant heaters were sold for $30-35 nationwide from 1962 to 1966. Bernzomatic originally recalled the camping-style heaters in 1966 and reissued the recall in cooperation with CPSC in 1987. Bernzomatic repeated the recall in 1988, 1989, and 1990.About 7,000 of the recalled heaters are believed to still be in use. The heaters are often re-sold in yard sales and in second-hand stores.Recalled heaters have a green metal cabinet that is approximately 9 inches wide, 14 inches high, and 7 inches deep with room inside for one or two 14.1 ounce propane gas cylinders. "BernzOmatic" appears on the front of the heater and on the instructions inside the rear door. The model number TX900 or TX900A and the words "Portable Gas Radiant Heater" also appear on the instructions inside the rear door.Consumers should stop using the heater and call call Irwin Industrial (which owns the BernzOmatic brand name) toll-free at 800-654-9011 for instructions on how to return it for the $250 bounty
September 19, 1994 Release # 94-128 Washington, D.C. - CPSC and Melitta North American of Cherry Hill, N.J., urge coffeemaker owners to check whether they own a Melitta Aroma Brew Automatic Drip coffeemaker model ACM-10S. About 175,000 of these coffeemakers sold before Feb. 1, 1994, have hinges on the plastic filter holders that may have been damaged in transit or in use. Damaged hinges can cause the coffeemaker filter holder to unexpectedly swing open during brewing, spilling hot water or coffee on people nearby.CPSC first learned of this problem from a complaint and coffeemaker sent by Ralph Nader. Subsequently, the commission learned that at least three people have been burned from spilled liquid. Melitta and CPSC worked in close cooperation to evaluate these incidents and identify appropriate remedies.The coffeemakers, available for between $30 and $35, were sold nationwide in retail stores from April 1993 through January 1994.The coffeemakers involved are white, black, teal, or plum with the word "Melitta" printed on the filter holder and "MODEL ACM-10S" engraved on the bottom of the coffeemaker.Melitta reports that some Aroma Brew's filter holder hinges may have been damaged in transit or by a consumer improperly opening the filter holder when cleaning or disposing of coffeegrounds. Consumers are asked to immediately stop using these coffeemakers and call Melitta at 1-888-635-4882. Melitta will send a free filter holder replacement kit and installation instructions. The new filter holder contains a stronger hinge pin to keep the filter securely in place during brewing.All Melitta coffeemakers sold after February 1, 1994, which have redesigned filter cone hinge pins, are not involved in the replacement program
August 4, 1994 Release # 94-113 Washington, DC - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Atomic Ski USA, Inc., Amherst, N.H., is recalling about 18,000 Oxygen Krypton (KR) model inline skates. The rear wheel of the inline skate may come off during use, causing the skater to fall.A few customers have reported a loosening of the rear axles on various Oxygen Krypton (KR) models. The company has no reports of injury to date.The models involved in this recall include KR01, KR03, KR03L, KR05, and KR05L. The recalled skates were sold from January through April 1994 in retail stores nationwide.To prevent the wheels from coming off, Atomic Ski USA is offering to replace all eight wheel axles on the inline skates at no cost. DO NOT USE THE RECALLED SKATES UNTIL THEY ARE FIXED.Owners of these inline skates can either return the skates to the retailer where they were purchased or mail the inline skates back (postage paid) to Atomic Ski USA. The in-store repair, which will take about 10 minutes, will be performed free-of-charge.To return the inline skates to Atomic Ski USA, call the company's customer service department at (800) 258-5020. Operators will provide information on how to mail the skates back. Atomic will repair the axles without charge and return the inline skates with reimbursement for postage