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All product recalls associated with Little Tikes.
Total Recalls
1000
Past Year
1000
Class I (Serious)
145
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.
December 22, 1995 Release # 96-055 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Little Tikes Company of Hudson, Ohio, is recalling approximately 160,000 Toddle Tots Dinosaur Mountain playsets. Small plastic cups that hold palm trees may detach, posing a choking risk to young children.CPSC is aware of 12 incidents in which the cups detached. In eight cases, parents found the cups in a child's mouth. Parents found two of the children choking but were able to remove the piece. Aside from a cut finger, no other injuries have been reported.The beige plastic playsets, measuring 23 inches long, 17 inches wide and 16 inches high, resemble a rocky cave. Three palm trees, held in place by small plastic cups, surround the cave. A red footbridge extends out of the front of the cave, over a blue moat. The playset was packaged with a caveman, cavewoman, pink baby dinosaur, red Tyrannosaurus, blue Brontosaurus and an orange Stegosaurus. The cavepeople fit in the back of the blue dinosaur and in a log-shaped car, also included with the set.Toy stores and other retail stores sold the playsets nationwide between June 1994 and December 1995 for approximately $30 to $40.Consumers should not allow children to play with the playset and should call Little Tikes at (800) 321-0183 to exchange the product. The company will pay for shipping charges associated with the exchange. Consumers also may write to The Little Tikes Company at 2180 Barlow Road, Hudson, Ohio 44236
December 19, 1995 Release # 96-049 WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tange, Inc, of Osaka, Japan is voluntarily recalling 808 EXP 120 front suspension forks. The fork crown may crack during use, which could cause the fork to separate from the bicycle. As a result, riders could lose control of the bicycle and fall, causing serious injury or death. To date, Tange has not received any reports of injuries associated with cracked forks.The silver-gray forks are identifiable by decals on the front sides of the fork legs which read "Tange EXP 120 Suspension." Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) stores and mail-order catalogues sold the suspension forks nationwide from October 1994 through November 1995 as original equipment on 1995 REI Novara Ponderosa mountain bikes.Consumers who own 1995 Novara Ponderosa mountain bikes with Tange EXP 120 forks should stop using the bicycles immediately and call REI customer service at (800) 828- 5533. REI and Tange will send consumers a new Manitou suspension fork free of charge and provide information on free installation. For more information, consumers should contact REI.Media inquires should be directed to Michael Collins, REI Public Affairs Manager, at (206) 395-5956
December 18, 1995 Release # 96-045 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Raleigh USA, of Kent, Wash., is recalling approximately 300 Technium MT 400 bicycle frames and 24 Technium FT 500 bicycle frames. The bicycle frames can fracture in the front at the headlug, and as a result, riders could be injured or killed if they are thrown from the bicycles. Raleigh USA is aware of two incidents in which frames have cracked or broken, causing injuries ranging from cuts and bruises to broken bones.The Model MT 400 bicycles, measuring 16.5 inches from the center of the bottom bracket to the seat, are red and black. The Model FT 500 bicycles, measuring 16.5 inches from the center of the bottom of the frame to the seat, are black and white. Authorized Raleigh Dealers and bicycle shops nationwide sold the bicycles between January and December 1993, for approximately $500 to $700.Consumers should check their bicycle's serial number, located on the bottom bracket of the bicycle frame. Consumers who own Raleigh Model MT 400 or FT 500 bicycles with serial numbers that have a number 3 as the sixth digit from the left should call Raleigh USA at (800) 222-5577. Raleigh will provide consumers the name of the nearest authorized Raleigh dealer, who will replace the frame free of charge. Raleigh may also be contacted via the Internet at raleighbik@aol.com
December 14, 1995 Release # 96-040 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, three bunk bed manufacturers and importers are recalling over 31,400 wooden bunk beds. The bunk beds have openings on the top bunk that present a potential entrapment hazard to young children. The spaces can be large enough for a child's body to pass through, but small enough to entrap the child's head. On May 9, 1995, CPSC and 11 manufacturers announced the recall of more than 320,000 wooden bunk beds with similar entrapment hazards. Similarly, on September 28, 1995, CPSC and an additional 10 manufacturers announced the recall of over 41,000 wooden bunk beds. In response to this action, the manufacturers participating in this recall have also identified bunk beds with similar entrapment hazards.From 1990 through 1995, CPSC received reports of 26 children who died from becoming caught in bunk beds with similar spaces in the top bunk. Twenty one of those children were ages two and under, and four were three years of age. Neither CPSC nor the manufacturers are aware of any deaths associated with the products listed below.The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) voluntary standard for bunk beds requires that, in addition to having guardrails on both sides of the top bunk, any spaces between the guardrail and bed frame, and in the head and foot boards on the top bunk, be less than 3.5 inches. Bunk beds currently made by the companies listed below now meet the spacing requirement of the voluntary standard. The companies are also providing permanent labels for or placing permanant labels on their bunk beds to warn that children under the age of six be prohibited from the upper bunk. CPSC and the manufacturers continue to urge parents and caregivers not to put children under the age of six on the top bunk.The manufacturers and importers listed below are participating in this recall to improve the safety of these beds and to meet the requirements of the voluntary standard.Consumers should stop using the recalled beds immediately and call the company or contact the retailer for a replacement guardrail, retrofit kit, or instructions to help eliminate the potential entrapment hazard. If this cannot be done (for example, firm out of business) then consumers should destroy or discard the product. If consumers are not sure of the bunk bed manufacturer or have questions about this recall, they should call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772. CompanyModel #'sDatesDistributedLocationsDescriptionof Beds Quality Craft, Inc.National City, CA(619) 474-8881 P4279 P4280P4281 P4488P5881 P4177 Prior to July 1995 WesternUnited States Royce Corp.Dandridge, TN(423) 397-9761 60-060(formerly 4105)60-160(formerly 4805) 1990-1994 Central and Eastern U.S. Wood,Ladder End,Bunk Beds Sentury WaterandOakFurniture ManufacturerOUT OF BUSINESS 9451 "Country Land" May 1994 -August 1995 Southern CA Sold Onlythrough "Kids"Quarters" stores(714) 661-610
November 29, 1995 Release # 96-031 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, RMC International, Ltd. of Denver, Colo., is offering free replacement wick holders to owners of its model CT-1200 kerosene heaters. The original wick holders may fail during use, preventing the shutoff switch and tip-over safety mechanism from extinguishing the heater.The tan metal heaters measure 18" by 21" by 11". The brand name and the model number CT-1200 appear on an identification plate on the front of the heater.RMC CT-1200 kerosene heaters were sold through mass merchandizers and smaller retailers nationwide from June to November 1994 for approximately $110 under the brand names Dyna-Glo, Envirotemp and Keroheat.Consumers should contact RMC at (800) 433-6042 to receive a free replacement wick holder.Neither CPSC nor RMC has received any reports of accidents or incidents involving these heaters.Media inquiries should be directed to Mike Resmo at (800) 433-6042
November 21, 1995 Release # 96-026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), North States Industries of Minneapolis, Minn., is offering a repair kit for approximately 70,000 Superyard children's play enclosures and 6,000 Superyard Extension Kits manufactured between November 8, 1994 and October 17, 1995. Small plastic locking posts can be pulled loose when any of the enclosure's panels are disconnected, presenting a choking hazard to small children.North States has received 20 reports of posts pulling loose, including one in which a child put the post in his mouth and started to choke. The Superyard , model 8634, consists of six 30-inch by 23-inch interlocking pale gray plastic panels. The size and shape of the play area can be changed by adding or removing panels. The Superyard Extension Kit, model 8631, consists of two panels that can be added to the Superyard . Only Superyards and Superyard Extension Kits produced from November 8, 1994 through October 17, 1995 need to be repaired to prevent the posts from pulling loose. The production date is stamped on a diamond-shaped label in the center of one of the plastic panels.Children's specialty stores and chain discount and department stores sold the Superyard nationwide for $55 to $65. The Extension Kits retail for $20 to $25.Consumers with Superyards should check for the production date stamped on a diamond-shaped label in the center of one of the plastic panel. If the label is stamped with a date from November 8, 1994, through October 17, 1995, consumers should call North States at (800) 848-4927 to obtain a free repair kit and installation instructions to prevent the locking pins from pulling loose
November 17, 1995 Release # 96-024 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, New York Lighter Co. Inc. of Brooklyn, N.Y., is recalling about 50,000 "City-Lites" and "Liberty-Lites" disposable cigarette lighters. The lighters fail to extinguish after use and, in the case of "Liberty-Lites," can flare-up during use. CPSC and New York Lighter are aware of 10 incidents associated with these lighters including one car fire and four burn injuries.The lighters, imported before the July 12, 1994, child-proof mandatory standard became effective, do not have the required child-resistant feature of lighters distributed after that date. They were distributed nationwide through convenience stores and service stations.The lighters were manufactured in various colors and have a metal flame hood. City-Lites lighters have the word "City Lites" or "C-LITES" engraved on the metal flame hood, and Liberty Lites lighters have the word "Liberty-LITES" engraved on the metal hood. The lighters sold in packages of three for about $2. Consumers who own City Lights or Liberty Lights lighters should call (800) 626-4732 to receive a postage-paid mailer for returning the lighters. The company will send a novelty product with a retail value of approximately $5 to cover any inconvenience on the part of consumers. Child-resistant "City-Lites" lighters and child-proof "Liberty-Lites" lighters are not subject to this recall
November 15, 1995 Release # 96-020 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Trident Diving Equipment, of Chatsworth, Calif., is recalling approximately 500 screw-in DIN Tank Valve Caps. If tank pressure is 3000 psi or greater, the valve cap is not properly inserted, and the air valve is on, the valve caps may fracture and pop out of the air tank, causing injury. Trident is aware of one incident of injury where a valve cap allegedly popped off a tank and struck the consumer in the hand.The valve cap, Trident Model RP73, is intended for use on SCUBA diving compressed air tanks to prevent sand, dirt or dust from contaminating the area around the valve. The black plastic caps measure 1" in diameter and 1" thick. The hexagon-shaped caps can be tethered to tanks by a string attached to a plastic eyelet in the top of the cap.The valve caps were sold between January and June 1995 through Trident's catalog and at dive shops nationwide. The caps cost between $2.00 and $4.00 and were packaged in unlabeled plastic bags.Consumers who own model RP73 caps should call Trident at (800) 234-3483 for a free replacement cap
November 6, 1995 Release # 96-012 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Porter-Cable Corporation of Jackson, Tenn. is announcing a recall to inspect and replace approximately 1,500 power tools. The electrical cord may not have been properly crimped inside the plug, and as a result, users could be shocked by exposed wires on the cordset plug.The Porter-Cable tools identified with the potential problem are as follows: MODEL # DESCRIPTION SERIAL NO. RANGE #9737 Tiger Saw 24049 to 27983 #9444/444 Profile Sander 37515 to 40151 #7499 Cutout Tool 20503 to 20754 #345 Circular Saw 172580 to 173973 #556 Plate Joiner 227431 to 227768 and227819 to 228381 #7549 Jig Saw 127677 to 127750,128263 to 128774, and129310 to 129392 The Porter-Cable tools listed above were sold nationwide during September 1995, through mail order catalogs, home centers, hardware stores, and industrial and construction supply houses. No other Porter-Cable products are involved in this program.Consumers who own one of the Porter-Cable tools with the serial numbers listed above should stop using the tool immediately and call Porter-Cable at (800) 487-8665. A Porter-Cable representative will help consumers determine if their tool is part of this program, and if necessary, will arrange for a free repair or replacement.Porter-Cable has received no reports of personal injury or property damage. The company is initiating this program to prevent the possibility of injury
September 28, 1995 Release # 95-175 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC is announcing a recall program to retrofit approximately 5,000 wooden bunk beds manufactured and distributed by Catalina Furniture Company Inc. of Fullerton, Calif. The bunk beds have openings on the top bunk, which may present an entrapment hazard to young children. The spaces can be large enough for a child's body to pass through, but small enough to entrap the child's head. The program affects Catalina Model No. 3892 bunk beds manufactured prior to January 1, 1995.On May 9, 1995, in cooperation with CPSC, 11 manufacturers announced the recall of over 320,000 wooden bunk beds for similar entrapment hazards. At that time, CPSC also identified the potential entrapment hazard with the Catalina Model 3892 bunk bed. However, Catalina refused to be included in that joint bunk bed recall announcement. From 1990 through 1994, CPSC received reports of 24 children who died after becoming caught in bunk beds that posed an entrapment hazard. Sixteen of the deaths resulted from entrapment between the guardrail and mattress, or guardrail and bedframe. Nineteen of the children were ages two and under, and four were three years of age. Catalina's bunk beds are accompanied by warning labels advising that children under age six should not be placed in the top bunk. CPSC and Catalina continue to urge parents and caregivers not to put children under age 6 on the top bunk.Although CPSC is not aware of any deaths or injuries related to Catalina bunk beds, the Commission is aware of one incident in which a three-year-old child slipped between the guardrail and mattress of a Catalina Model No. 3892 bunk bed and became entrapped by the head. The child was rescued and did not sustain any injuries.The ASTM voluntary standard for bunk beds requires that any spaces between the guardrail of the top bunk and the bed frame, and in the head and foot boards on the top bunk, be less than 3.5 inches. This standard has been set to reduce the possibility that a child's head might become trapped in the spaces between the bunk bed supports. The space between the guardrail of the top bunk and the bedframe of Catalina Model No. 3892 bunk beds manufactured prior to January 1, 1995 is 5.5 inches. Catalina has redesigned its Model No. 3892 bunk beds so that beds manufactured after January 1, 1995 comply with the ASTM standard. Consumers who own a Catalina bunk bed Model No. 3892 should contact theretailer where the bed was purchased or contact Catalina Furniture at (714) 523-7000 for a kit that will reduce the size of the spaces in the Catalina bunk beds
September 28, 1995 Release # 95-174 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC and 10 bunk bed manufacturers and importers announced today the recall of over 41,000 wooden bunk beds. The bunk beds have openings on the top bunk which may present a potential entrapment hazard to young children. The spaces can be large enough for a child's body to pass through, but small enough to entrap the child's head. On May 9, 1995, CPSC and 11 manufacturers announced the recall of more than 320,000 wooden bunk beds with similar entrapment hazards. In response to this action, the manufacturers participating in the recall today have also identified bunk beds with similar entrapment hazards.From 1990 through 1995, CPSC received reports of 26 children who died from becoming caught in bunk beds with similar spaces in the top bunk. Twenty one of those children were ages two and under, and four were three years of age. Neither CPSC nor the manufacturers are aware of any deaths associated with the products listed below.The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) voluntary standard for bunk beds requires that, in addition to having guardrails on both sides of the top bunk, any spaces between the guardrail and bed frame, and in the head and foot boards on the top bunk, be less than 3.5 inches. Bunk beds currently made by the companies listed below now meet the spacing requirement of the voluntary standard. The companies are also placing permanent labels on their bunk beds to warn that children under the age of six be prohibited from the upper bunk. CPSC and the manufacturers continue to urge parents and caregivers not to put children under the age of six on the top bunk.The manufacturers and importers listed below are participating in this recall to improve the safety of these beds and to meet the requirements of the voluntary standard.Consumers should stop using the recalled beds immediately and call the company or contact the retailer for a replacement guardrail, retrofit kit, or instructions to help eliminate the potential entrapment hazard. If this cannot be done (for example, firm is out of business) the product should be destroyed or discarded. If consumers are not sure of the bunk bed manufacturer or have questions about this recall, they should call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772. Company Model #'s DatesDistributed Locations Artwood FineFurniture Mfg.South El Monte, CA(818) 350-5976 200400446 1992 - 19951989 - 19941992 - 1994 California Brewster Corp.Hamilton, AL(205) 921-9712 30050046-33 Sept. 1989 - Jan. 1995Oct. 1993 - Jan. 1995Nov. 1993 - Jan.1995 DandJ MattressGrants Pass, OROUT OF BUSINESS twin/twintwin/full 1993 - 1995 OregonCrescent City, CA Furniture ImportsPhiladelphia, PA(215) 423-7010Wooden Bunk Bed whenused with metal rails 9671767 1994 - 1995 Irons Country PineFlorence, ALOUT OF BUSINESS 460049004300 1995 NY, PA, RI, CT, KY,MD, MA, IL, WV, DC Lee Anderson FurnitureBuena Park, CAOUT OF BUSINESS 6483264882 Feb. 1992 - 1995 Nationwide Nordwins Corp.Los Angeles, CAOUT OF BUSINESS 862 1986 - 3/95 Southern CA, NY,AZ, CO, OR, WA Pine Cone Rustics Mfg.Madison, MN(320) 598-7774Both models are bookcasestyle, with a half-moondesign cut out of headboard 300280 1986 - 1995 MN, SD, ND,WI, IA,MO,IL, IN, MI, KS Room ImprovementWoodland, CACONTACT RETAILER 2x4 twin/twin2x6 twin/twin2x6 twin/full4x4 Standard4x4 Jungle Gym 1/89 - 6/95 Valley District, StoreNorth Highland, CA The Bunk Bed ShopCedar Creek, TXOUT OF BUSINESS 101101S1995103RS202RS203BC Early 1980's Texa
September 21, 1995 Release # 95-170 WASHINGTON, D.C.- CPSC, is announcing the recall of certain Turner model LP-2440 propane gas radiant heaters. The company is offering a $250 reward for the return of the defective heaters. Carbon monoxide poisoning caused by a defective burner element in the heaters may be responsible for killing 6 people since 1963.Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that is produced by incomplete combustion. CO poisoning can cause nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, vomiting, and in extreme cases, death. About 20,000 Turner model LP-2440 propane gas radiant heaters were sold for about $30 to $35 nationwide from 1963 to early 1964. About 3,700 heaters may still be in use. The heaters are often resold in yard sales and second-hand stores.The heaters have a green metal cabinet that is approximately 8 inches wide, 13 inches high, and 3 inches deep with room inside for two 14.1-oz. propane gas cylinders. The model number LP-2440 appears on the front of the heater along with the words, "PORTABLE radiant heater, TURNER CORPORATION".Consumers should stop using the heater. A remedy is no longer available as the location of the firm is unknown
September 18, 1995 Release # 95-169 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, The Excelex Corporation of Dallas, Tex., is recalling 3,608 mislabeled bottles of a product labeled as "Better Valu Clear Ammonia." The product is a misbranded hazardous substance under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. The recalled bottles actually contain bleach. If the bleach is accidentally mixed with ammonia or acid, irritating or toxic gases could be produced.The product is packaged in 64-fluid oz. containers made of white, opaque plastic, labeled in part, "Better Valu***Clear Ammonia***64 FL. OZ 2QTS.) *** 79801 98767 *** E15295 *** PACKED FOR FEDERATED FOODS, INC. ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005-1096 ***." The bleach sold for about $1 between June 1 and August 23, 1995 at Brookshires retail grocery stores and independent retail outlets serviced by Brookshires Brothers, Fleming El Paso and Hale Halsell in Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana. Only bottles labeled as "Ammonia" with the 10 digit bar code "79801 98767" and 10 digit batch code beginning with "E15295****" are affected by this recall.Consumers should stop using the product in these containers immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers should call The Excelex Corporation toll free at (800) 852-4108 for more information.Excelex and CPSC are aware of one incident in which a consumer mixed the contents of one of the mislabeled bottles with ammonia, producing a harmful gas. Excelex initiated this recall at CPSC's request
September 6, 1995 Release # 95-162 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC and 17 importers announced today the stop sale and recall of 375,000 dangerously flammable sheer rayon scarves. This is the largest clothing recall CPSC has ever conducted under the Flammable Fabrics Act. The sale of these scarves violates the federal Flammable Fabrics Act and the scarves present a serious risk of burn injuries. In fact, these scarves typically burn faster than newspaper.The scarves, which were made in India and sold nationwide, are long, flowing, sheer rayon chiffon scarves. The scarves, sold for between $2 and $28 at nearly 2,000 large chain stores and small boutiques nationwide, including those listed in this release. The majority of the scarves bear the "Fashionique II" label, although not all rayon scarves with this label are violative of the law. All of the violative scarves are labeled "Made in India" and "100 percent rayon" or "65 percent rayon/35 percent metallic."CPSC is working with a number of importers and retailers to recall these scarves. In addition, where appropriate, CPSC staff will seek penalties against importers or retailers who knowingly violated the Flammable Fabrics Act. Although CPSC has not received any reports of injuries from these scarves to date, the agency is issuing this safety notice and recalling the scarves to prevent injuries from these dangerous products.CPSC urges consumers to immediately stop wearing scarves they believe may be involved in this recall. These flammable, sheer, rayon chiffon scarves should be returned to the retailers where they were purchased. Retailers taking part in this recall will provide a refund, credit or information on returning the scarf for a replacement.Any sheer, rayon chiffon scarf with the following description and general label information may be involved in this recall: General Label Information: - "Made in India." - "100 percent rayon" or "65 percent rayon/35 percent metallic". - "Fashionique II" brand name. This label represents the majority of the scarves involved in the recall.Description: - Long, flowing, sheer rayon chiffon scarves. - Square and oblong sheer rayon chiffon scarves. - Sheer, print and solid-colored rayon chiffon scarves and sheer, rayon chiffon scarves with metallic threads, gold paint designs or sequin trim. - Large sheer, rayon chiffon scarves also sold for use as beach cover-ups (pareos). The following brand names also appear on scarves that failed CPSC's flammability tests: - "ATG" All that Glitters - Peppermint Bay - Hasting and Smith - Sterling Styles - April Cornell for Cornell Trading - Putumayo - Casual Corner - Willis Hill for Accessories Int'l - Berkshire Scarves without brand names can be identified by labels with the following RN numbers: - RN 13962 - RN 36791 - RN 52466 - RN 62500 - RN 63408 - RN 71290 - RN 79756 There may be scarves with the brand names and RN numbers listed here that are not violative. Retailers should be able to tell whether an individual sheer rayon chiffon scarf is violative based on the style numbers they have. The retailers listed below sold the largest number of scarves involved in this nationwide recall: - Bon-Worth - Burlington Coat Factory - Caldor - Cato - Mervyn's - Ross <p>- Simply 6/Simply Fashions - T.J. Maxx - Venture Stores Numerous other retailers are also participating in this recall. Consumers who have questions can call the CPSC toll-free hotline at (800) 638-2772.The following importers have voluntarily agreed to recall the scarves from consumers and will issue recall information through the retailers who sold the products: - Accessories International - All that Glitters - Amee Sales, Inc. - Associated Merchandise Corp. - Pier 1 Imports - Berkshire Fashions, Inc. - Cejon Accessories, Inc. - Cornell Trading - Delhi-York, Inc. - Fashionique, Inc. - India Cottage Emporium, Inc. - I. Shalom and Co. - Sago Imports - Sonali Corporation - Sterling Styles, Inc. - Sud Amerique Trading - U.S. Shoe Corporatio
August 29, 1995 Release # 95-160 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, The Schwab Company of Cumberland, Md., is recalling approximately 5,000 infant garments, style number 3941. Wooden buttons attached to the garment by metal, staple-like hooks can detach, presenting a choking and inhaling hazard to infants.CPSC is aware of one incident in which the wooden button and the metal staple detached from the garment. CPSC and The Schwab Company are not aware of any injuries involving the wooden button or the metal staple. The one-piece baby garment is white cotton jersey with thin blue stripes. A red number 24 is stitched on the front left side with blue thread. The garment has three round wooden buttons on the front that measure .75 inches in diameter and resemble baseballs. The buttons are attached to the garment with a shank similar to a metal staple. The label on the garment reads in part, "Little Me...100% Cotton...Made in USA...".The garments retailed for approximately $27 and were sold with a matching blue and white baseball hat. The garments were sold through department stores and children's specialty shops nationwide during the spring of 1992. In 1992, The Schwab Company voluntarily contacted all stores to notify them of the possible defect.Consumers should stop using the recalled garments immediately. Consumers can send the garments to The Schwab Company, P.O. Box 1742, Upper Potomac Industrial Park, Cumberland, Md. 21501, for a full refund, including cost of shipping.For more information, consumers should call The Schwab Company at (301) 729-4488
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
June 12, 1995 Release # 95-132 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, Game Tracker of Flushing, Mich., is recalling approximately 92,500 Deluxe Safety Belts and Climbing Harnesses and Lifeline Safety Harnesses. The climbing belts and safety harnesses were sold as a restraint mechanism to prevent hunters from falling when hunting from trees or tree stands.The welded D-ring that connects the belt and rope can cause the belt to fray and break, which can result in a fall. Game Tracker is aware of five incidents in which the safety belt and harness failed resulting in falls and serious injuries.The Deluxe Safety Belt and Climbing Harness, Models GTDSB and 3020, and Lifeline Safety Harness, Model 3040, were sold from 1990 to 1995. The belt and harness sets consist of a black, 2-inch-wide nylon webbing; 5/16 inch nylon cord; a metal D-ring; and a metal adjustment clasp. Model 3040 also has a leg harness made of similar black nylon webbing. The products sold nationwide for $19 to $21 in 1,700 sporting goods and archery stores.Game Tracker is recalling all products sold to date to prevent future injuries. Consumers should stop using the products and return them, along with the name of the consumer, telephone number, and mailing address to: The Game Tracker, Attn: Product Safety Coordinator, 3476 Eastman Drive, Flushing, MI 48433. Game Tracker will send consumers a replacement safety belt as well as a reimbursement check for $3 to cover mailing expenses. For more information, call Game Tracker at (800) 241-4833
June 5, 1995 Release # 95-128 WASHINGTON, D.C. - CPSC, The First Years, Inc., of Avon, Mass., is announcing a safety repair program for approximately 41,000 of The First Years 3-In-1 Booster Seats, Model 4200. The belt sets included with some seats may have belts with improperly threaded buckles, or only one, rather than two belts to attach the booster seat to a full-size chair. These seats cannot be tightly secured to a full-size chair, and as a result a child may be injured if the booster seat tips and falls forward from the chair.Four minor injuries have been reported due to these belt-related problems.The plastic seats measure approximately 14 inches high by 12 inches deep. The seat and seat back are teal and the arms and removable tray are white. The seats were packaged with sets of white mesh belts that can be attached to the bottom of the seat to restrain a child and to secure the booster seat to an adult chair. The 3-In-1 Booster Seat can be folded up and carried by a handle molded into the seat back. The Booster Seats were sold nationwide from March through May 1995 in retail stores, including Toys R Us and Target Department Stores.Consumers should call The First Years at (800) 533-6708 for information on repairing the booster seat belts.The First Years 3-In-1 Booster Seats currently in stores have new 4-piece belt sets with properly threaded buckles. These Booster Seats can be identified by the new model number, 4200C, clearly labeled on the front of the box
May 26, 1995 Release # 95-123 WASHINGTON, D.C.- CPSC, Torpedo, Inc. of South Paris, Maine is voluntarily recalling certain baby flotation devices known as "The Dolphin Baby Float." A child sitting in the device could drown if water leaks into the hollow center of the float's innertube, causing the device to tip over. CPSC and the firm are aware of 24 non-injury complaints about the product including 11 tipover incidents.Approximately 18,000 dolphin-shaped flotation devices were sold nationwide through catalogs and retail stores from February 1993 through December 1994 for $69.95 to $89.95. They measure about 37 inches from nose to tail, about 28 inches from side fin to side fin, and 9 inches in depth. The white plastic dolphin has a detachable red umbrella and blue nylon seat which can be adjusted for babies from six months to two years. Dolphins manufactured and shipped by Torpedo since January 1995, have reinforced walls which prevent water penetration and, therefore,are not included in this recall.Consumers with affected products should destroy their defective Dolphin Baby Float since the firm - Torpedo - went out of business in 2003. Free replacements are no longer available.Memorial Day marks the beginning of the summer pool season, and CPSC reminds consumers that all levels of water are dangerous for babies. Therefore, adults should never leave a baby in water without constant adult supervision.CPSC Chairman Ann Brown said, "Flotation devices may make caregivers believe that a baby is relatively safe in the pool. Any such belief can have devastating consequences because these products -- regardless of how sturdy they look - - will not prevent drowning. A baby reaching for a toy can lose his or her balance in a matter of seconds and the product can tip over. Always keep the baby at arm's reach.
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