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March 25, 1997 Release # 97-089 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), T-Fal Corp. of Pine Brook, N.J., is voluntarily recalling about 29,000 deep fryers with fixed pots. Some of these deep fryers have heating elements that can overheat, presenting a risk of burn injuries.T-Fal has received 25 reports of the deep fryers' heating elements overheating, which resulted in the units' bases beginning to melt. While some counter tops have been damaged, T-Fal is not aware of any injuries or fires involving these deep fryers. There are three models of deep fryers subject to this recall. The models involved in this recall have fixed pots and were manufactured during particular weeks of 1996, as indicated in the following table. Model Name Model No. Date Manufactured Superclean Midi 3350 Manufactured during weeks 22 through 30 of 1996 Superclean Maxi 3358 Manufactured during week 45 of 1996 Superclean Maxi 3360 Manufactured during weeks 26 and 46 of 1996 The model number and date manufactured is printed on a silver label affixed to the units' bases. The model number follows the word "CODE." The date manufactured is located above the words "MADE IN MEXICO." The week is indicated by the two-digit number and the year is indicated by the single-digit number.The fixed pot "Superclean Midi" fryer (model 3350) displays the words, "T-FAL SUPERCLEAN SAFETY FRYER MIDI." The fixed pot "Superclean Maxi" fryer (models 3358 and 3360) displays the words, "T-FAL SUPERCLEAN SAFETY FRYER MAXI." The fryers all have a molded white plastic exterior and a lid that opens on a hinge and locks into place.The deep fryers are packaged in a cardboard carton labeled in part, "T-FAL SUPERCLEAN SAFETY FRYER." Labeling on the carton is written in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese. The carton displays a picture of the deep fryer.Major retail stores nationwide (including Ames, Bradlees, and Hills) and QVC (home shopping television program) sold the deep fryers from May through December 1996 for about $50 to $70.Consumers should immediately stop using the deep fryers subject to this recall and call T-Fal toll-free at (800) 395-8325. T-Fal will inspect the fryers and provide a free replacement to consumers who own fryers with problem heating elements. No T-Fal deep fryers with removable pots or fryers with fixed pots manufactured during other weeks are involved inthis recall
March 24, 1997 Release # 97-085 WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Neiman Marcus of Dallas, Texas, and Bergdorf Goodman of New York, N.Y., arevoluntarily recalling over 6,500 cotton terry cloth bathrobes for men and women made by EGERIA International. The fabric, which fails to meet federal mandatory standards of fabric flammability, may ignite readily and presents a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act. Fabrics that do not comply with the standard typically burn faster than newspaper.Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman are aware of four incidents of these bathrobes igniting when exposed to a flame, but no injuries resulted.The robes have a label at the neckline that reads, "Made expressly for Bergdorf Goodman by EGERIA," "EGERIA International," or "The DREAM Robe made by EGERIA expressly for Neiman Marcus." The men's and women's bathrobes are 100% cotton terry cloth, which feels heavy and soft. The robes come in kimono (no collar) and shawl collar styles in both short and long lengths. The robes come in a variety of colors, including black, navy, wine, teal, pink, yellow, light blue, white, and off-white. Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman stores nationwide sold these bathrobes from December 1988 through February 1997 for about $220 to $330.Consumers should immediately stop wearing these EGERIA bathrobes and return them to any Neiman Marcus or Bergdorf Goodman store for a full refund. For more information, consumers should call Neiman Marcus at (800) 685-6695 or Bergdorf Goodman at (800) 218-4918. Consumers can also call CPSC's toll-free hotline at (800) 638-2772.This recall does not extend to other terry cloth bathrobes sold by Neiman Marcus or Bergdorf Goodman stores
March 24, 1997 Release # 97-086 WASHINGTON D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Melcon Design LLC of NewYork, N.Y., is recalling over 1,900 long-haired chenille sweaters for women sold under the brand name "RELAIS." The fabric, which fails to meet federal mandatory standards of fabric flammability, may ignite readily and presents aserious risk of burn injuries in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act. Fabrics that do not comply with the standard typically burn faster than newspaper.CPSC and Melcon Design LLC are not aware of anyinjuries involving these sweaters.This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury.The long-haired chenille sweaters are labeled "RELAIS"at the neck and "100% RAYON...DRY CLEAN ONLY...MADE IN U.S.A." at the lower part of a side seam. The sweaters comein four styles: crop crew, fitted cardigan (with collar), fitted polo (with collar and short front opening), and turtleneck tunic. The sweaters come in a variety of sizes and also a variety of colors, including black, brown, gray, blue, green, pink, and off-white.The sweaters were sold from November 1996 through January 1997 for about $80 to $150. Nordstrom sold the sweaters in their West Coast, Texas, Chicago, and Washington metropolitan area stores, and nationwide about 100 smallretailers sold the sweaters.Consumers should immediately stop wearing these sweaters and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or credit. For additional information about this recall, consumers should call Melcon Design LLC at212-349-9059 or CPSC's toll-free hotline at (800) 638-2772.This recall does not extend to other "RELAIS" brand chenille sweaters
Utility Brand Sweat Shirts Recall by Target NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles March 24, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-087 CPSC and Target Announce Recall of Flammable Sweat Shirts WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target Stores of Minneapolis, Minn., is recalling about 106,000 fleece sweat shirts for men and boys sold under the brand name "UTILITY." The fabric, which fails to meet federal mandatory standards of fabric flammability, may ignite readily and presents a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act. Fabrics that do not comply with the standard typically burn faster than newspaper. The fabric is a cotton-polyester blend material with a raised fiber surface. Its fleecy texture closely mimics that of an inside-out sweat shirt. This fabric is often called sherpa. The sweat shirts come in two styles: crew neck (with the word "UTILITY" embroidered at the left chest area) and zippered polo (with collar and 5-inch zipper closure at the neck). The sweat shirts come in a variety of sizes and colors, including gray, blue, green, and taupe. The sweat shirts have two sewn-in labels, one that reads "Wear anywhere UTILITY Quality Clothing" and the other that reads "Made in China...RN 17730." Target Stores nationwide sold the sweat shirts from June 1996 through February 1997 for about $18 to $22. Consumers should immediately stop wearing these sweat shirts and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For additional information about this recall, consumers should call Target Stores collect at (612) 304-6000. Consumers can also call CPSC's toll-free hotline at (800) 638-2772. This recall does not extend to other "UTILITY" brand garments.
Little Miracles Rompers Recall by Wear Me Apparel NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Nychelle White March 11, 1997 (301) 504-7063 Release # 97-083 CPSC and Wear Me Apparel Corp. Recall Infant Boys' Rompers WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wear Me Apparel Corp. of New York, N.Y., is recalling about 30,000 Little MiraclesTM rompers for infant boys. The paint on the rompers' cap snaps presents a potential lead poisoning hazard to young children. The paint on the cap snaps violates the ban on paint containing lead under the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Act. Wear Me Apparel Corp. and CPSC are not aware of any injuries involving these garments. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Little MiraclesTM rompers involved in this recall have style numbers 9448 or 9449 on the reverse side of the care label. These romper styles have three orange or red snaps at the neckline. The rompers are 100 percent cotton with short sleeves and a snap crotch. Both styles are available in five sizes: 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-9 months, 12 months, and 18 months. The rompers have two sewn-in labels in the neck. One label identifies the Little MiraclesTM brand, and the other label displays RN 46795 and provides information on the garment's size, fiber content, and care. Kmart stores nationwide sold the rompers beginning in October 1996 for $4.44. Consumers should return the rompers to any Kmart store for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should contact Wear Me Apparel Corp. at (800) 223-0777. Little MiraclesTM rompers with white, cream, pink, yellow, or blue snaps are not involved in this recall.
Wendy's Felix the Cat Roller Fun Balls Recall NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT CPSC: Nychelle White March 10, 1997 (301) 504-7063 Release # 97-082 CONTACT Wendy's: Denny Lynch (614) 764-3413 CPSC and Determined Productions Inc. Announce Recall of Wendy's Felix the Cat Roller Fun Balls WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC),Determined Productions Inc. of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 800,000 Felix the Cat roller fun balls distributed with kids' meals at Wendy's restaurants. The glued seam holding both halves of the ball may separate releasing small plastic fish from inside the ball. The small fish present a potential choking hazard to young children. Wendy's has received two reports of the glued halves of the ball separating and one child starting to choke on the small fish inside. No injuries have been reported. The Felix the Cat roller fun ball is a clear plastic ball containing a plastic figure of Felix the Cat and four small, plastic fish. The fish are colored red, yellow, purple, and green. The plastic ball is 2 1/2 inches in diameter and the fish measure 5/8 inch long by 1/4 inch wide. The balls were packaged in a plastic bag labeled in part, "FELIX THE CAT...ROLLER FUN BALL...WENDY'S KIDS' MEAL." The balls were distributed with kids' meals at Wendy's restaurants nationwide from February 10 through March 4, 1997. Consumers should immediately take these balls away from young children and return them to their local Wendy's restaurant for a free replacement toy. For more information, consumers should call Wendy's International Inc. at (800) 443-7266. No other Felix the Cat toys distributed with Wendy's kids' meals are included in this recall.
Mr. Coffee Espresso/Cappuccino Makers Filter Repair NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Telephone Number & Responding Company Change. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles Originally issued March 6, 1997, Revised January 14, 2003 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-081 CPSC, Health o meter Inc. Announce Recall to Replace Filter Holders and Filter Baskets on Mr. Coffee Espresso/Cappuccino Makers WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Health o meter Inc. of Bedford Heights, Ohio, voluntarily recalled about 50,000 Mr. Coffee espresso/cappuccino makers to replace their filter holders and filter baskets. The construction of the filter holder could make it difficult for consumers to rotate the holder securely into position. If the filter holder is not rotated securely into position, it can dislodge under pressure. As a result, it can break the glass carafe and consumers can be cut by broken glass or burned by escaping steam, coffee, or coffee grounds. Health o meter has received 43 reports of the filter holder dislodging, which resulted in 3 reported injuries, including cuts and burns. Only model ECM9 Mr. Coffee espresso/cappuccino makers are involved in this recall. The model number is imprinted on the bottom of the machines' base. The black plastic and metal espresso/cappuccino makers measure 13 inches long by 7.5 inches wide by 10.25 inches high. The filter holder is made entirely of black plastic, and the machines come with a 4-cup glass carafe. Since many espresso/cappuccino makers are similar in appearance, consumers should check the model number to see if their machines are part of this recall. The espresso/cappuccino makers are packaged in a carton labeled in part, "Mr. Coffee Steam Espresso/Cappuccino Maker ECM9." Labeling on the carton is written in both English and French. The carton displays a picture of the espresso/cappuccino maker. Various retail stores sold the espresso/cappuccino makers nationwide from September 1996 through February 1997 for about $40. Consumers should immediately stop using the model ECM9 Mr. Coffee espresso/cappuccino makers. Consumers should contact Sunbeam Products, Inc. at (800) 672-6333 for assistance (Mr. Coffee is no longer owned by Health o meter, Inc., but Sunbeam Products, Inc. has now taken over in responding to questions about this recall). Consumers should have their espresso/cappuccino makers available at the time of the call to verify the model number.
Sears Water Filter Cartridges Recall by Ecodyne NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT CPSC: March 4, 1997 (301) 504-7908 Release # 97-076 CONTACT Ecodyne: Tom Jollie (612) 297-6500 CPSC and Ecodyne Announce Recall of Sears Water Filter Cartridges WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ecodyne Water Systems of St. Paul, Minn., is recalling about 14,000 Sears water filter cartridges used to filter drinking water. The filter cartridges, which are distributed by Ecodyne, were sold under the name "Sears Chemical Contaminant/Taste and Odor Filter" and fit most standard-sized under sink and counter top water filter housings. An incorrect form of carbon was used to make some of the filter cartridges. The carbon used could contain nickel chloride, which releases nickel into the water and can be harmful if ingested. Nickel chloride can cause abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Cartridges containing nickel chloride, when initially used, cause the filtered water to taste metallic and turn green. Consumers who have used the affected filter cartridges and are presently displaying the above symptoms should advise a medical professional of possible ingestion of nickel. Pregnant women, dialysis patients, infants, small children, the elderly, and people with kidney problems or with a nickel allergy may be more sensitive to the effects of nickel chloride. CPSC and Ecodyne are not aware of any injuries involving this product. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The "Sears Chemical Contaminant/Taste and Odor Filter" was sold as Sears item 42 34375. The 9 3/4-inch by 3-inch cylinder-shaped cartridge has a white plastic casing and a 1 1/2 -inch wide green end cap. A label on the plastic casing reads in part, "WaterWorksTM Chemical Contaminant/Taste and Odor Filter Cartridge Premium Grade Granular Activated Carbon." When the label is removed, no name or identifying part number appears on the water filter; however, it is the only cartridge sold at Sears with a green end cap. Sears stores and Sears Hardware stores sold the water filter cartridge nationwide beginning in March 1996 for about $17. Consumers should immediately stop using the water filter cartridge and call Ecodyne Water Systems at (800) 945-0109 for instructions on returning the cartridge for a full refund or replacement. No other Sears water filters are involved in this recall.
Garments Made From a Flammable Fleece Fabric Recalled NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles February 28, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-074 CPSC and Importers Announce Recall of Garments Made From a Flammable Fleece Fabric WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), importers Regent International and Tomen America, both of New York, N.Y., are announcing the recall of dangerously flammable garments made from a fleece-type fabric. Over 138,000 adults' garments, primarily tops, are involved in this recall. The fabric, which fails to meet federal mandatory standards of fabric flammability, may ignite readily and present a serious risk of burn injuries in violation of the Federal Flammable Fabrics Act. Fabrics that do not comply with the standard typically burn faster than newspaper. CPSC is aware of one incident of a Regent top that ignited when exposed to a candle's flame, but no injuries resulted. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The fabric is a cotton-polyester blend material with a raised fiber surface. Its fleecy texture closely mimics that of an inside-out sweatshirt. This fabric is often called sherpa. Regent International Recall Regent International is recalling about 116,700 women's fleece garments, primarily tops in polo, crew, and tunic styles. Some jackets and pants are also included in this recall. The garments come in sage, peach, ivory, and gray and have two sewn-in labels, one that reads "Jason Maxwell" and the other that reads "Made in Turkey...RN 34570." The fiber content of the sage, peach, and ivory garments is 80% cotton 20% polyester, and the fiber content of the gray garments is 55% cotton 45% polyester. The garments were sold nationwide mainly by J.C. Penney, although they were also sold by other retailers, including Petrie, Jean Nicole, Stuarts, Dayton's, Hudson's, and Marshall Fields. The garments were sold from October 1996 through January 1997 for about $20 to $40. Link to CPSC's provisionally accepted settlement agreement with Regent. Tomen America Recall Tomen America is recalling about 21,400 men's fleece shirts. The shirts are long-sleeved henley-style pullovers with a five-button closure at the neck. The shirts come in navy, spruce green, olive green, natural, burgundy, and gray and have two sewn-in labels, one that reads "Fast" and the other that reads "Made in Korea...RN 57336." The fiber content of the shirts is 80% cotton/20% polyester. The garments were sold nationwide by Ross Dress For Less. The garments were sold from July 1996 through January 1997 for about $10 to $20. CPSC urges consumers to immediately stop wearing garments they believe may be involved in this recall. Consumers should return the garments to the store where purchased for a full refund. This recall does not extend to other Jason Maxwell or Fast garments. For more information, consumers can call Regent International toll-free at (800) 536-1500 and Tomen America toll-free at (888) 287-2207. CPSC is continuing to investigate fleece garments to determine whether or not they are in compliance with the law.
Chain Saws Recalled by Stihl NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles FEBRUARY 18, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-070 CPSC, Stihl Inc. Recall Chain Saws WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Stihl Inc. of Virginia Beach, Va., is voluntarily recalling over 256,000 Stihl model 029 and 039 chain saws. The gas cap on some of these saws can loosen and leak fuel during use, which presents a fire hazard. Stihl Inc. has received nine reports of burn injury resulting from fires involving these chain saws. Model 029 or model 039 Stihl chain saws with a serial number of 235153631 and below are involved in this recall. The model number is located on top of the saws' engine, and the serial number is located in the saws' housing, above the bumper spikes, directly under the front hand guard. Stihl servicing dealers have sold the saws nationwide since March 1993 for about $350 to $450. Consumers should immediately stop using the saws, and return them to an authorized Stihl dealer for a free replacement of the gas cap. Because some of these saws were previously recalled in 1994 to repair an ignition ground wire, Stihl dealers will also check and if necessary, repair the ground wire free of charge. For more information, consumers can contact their authorized Stihl dealer or call Stihl Inc. at (800) GO-STIHL (467-8445).
Lighted Magic Faucet & Fountain Mugs Recall NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: FEBRUARY 18, 1997 (301) 504-7908 Release # 97-069 CPSC, Atico International Inc. Recall Novelty Mugs WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Atico International Inc. of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., is recalling about 74,400 Lighted Magic Faucet mugs and about 22,400 Lighted Magic Fountain mugs. The novelty mugs' motors could overheat, creating a potential fire hazard. Atico and CPSC are not aware of any injuries involving these mugs. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The clear plastic mugs sit on a black round base. The base houses the electric motor. When the power is switched on, water recycles from the base of the mug, up a plastic tube into the "suspended" faucet (magic faucet) or "suspended" soda can (magic fountain) and then falls back into the mug. It appears as though water is coming from the "suspended" faucet or "suspended" soda can. The mugs also become illuminated by colored lights when the power is switched on. Walgreens and Eckerd Drugs stores nationwide sold the mugs from April 1996 through January 1997 for about $20. Consumers should stop using these mugs immediately, and return the mugs to the store where purchased for a full refund. If consumers have questions about this recall, they should call Atico International at (800) 645-3867.
Go-Kart Axles Recall by Carter Brothers NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles January 22, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-061 CPSC, Carter Brothers Manufacturing Announce Recall to Retrofit Go-Kart Axles WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Carter Brothers Manufacturing Company Inc. of Brundidge, Ala., is recalling for retrofit about 5,000 go-karts with exposed rear axles. Riders can be seriously injured or killed if their long hair or clothing becomes entangled in the rotating axle. CPSC and Carter Brothers Manufacturing Company Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving exposed rear axles in these go-karts. This retrofit program is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The one-seat go-karts are powered by gasoline engines. Each go-kart has a model number (beginning with "17") and serial number on a red and silver label located on the frame at the side of or behind the seat. All Carter Brothers go-karts with an exposed rear axle are involved in this retrofit program. To determine whether the rear axle is exposed, consumers should stand behind the kart, with the engine off, and push the go-kart by hand. If the axle connecting the two rear wheels rotates, the go-kart is subject to this retrofit program. Outdoor power equipment stores, specialty stores, lawn and garden stores, and hardware stores sold the go-karts nationwide from January 1981 through December 1996 for about $900 to $2,000. The go-karts have been sold under the labels "Superwheels," "Hotbodies," "Kartwheels," "Master Karts," and "Desert Storm." Consumers should stop using these go-karts immediately and contact Carter Brothers at (800) 523-5278, or write the company at Route 1, Box 42, Brundidge, Ala. 36010 to receive a free axle guard. Consumers should provide the model number and serial number of the kart when contacting the company. Carter Brothers will send consumers a free axle guard kit with instructions for easy installation. Link to CPSC's provisionally accepted settlement agreement with Carter Brothers.
Fire Extinguishers Recalled by Bernzomatic NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Responding Firm Name, Location, Phone Number Change. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued January 3, 1977, Revised May 11, 2004 Release # 77-001 CPSC Renews Recall Warning On Certain Outdated Fire Extinguishers WASHINGTON, D.C. (Jan. 3) -- Bernzomatic Corp. (now a brand under Irwin Industrial, located in Wilmington, OH) and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission today renewed a recall notice to alert consumers that certain outdated fire extinguishers it produced may rupture. Formerly located in Rochester, N.Y., the company recalled its 1970 model FE18UL disposable foam fire extinguishers August 29, 1974, because of a possible safety hazard. A second recall notice was issued in November, 1975. As the solution in the devices ages the extinguisher tanks may corrode and there is an increased likelihood of rupture leading to possible injury. The company changed the formula in subsequent models. The units being recalled are red with white lettering: "Bernzometic Foam Fire Extinguisher." The dimensions are 2 7/8 inches in diameter by 7 l/2 inches in length. The model number of the recalled units, FE18UL, appears in the center of the rear label of the extinguishers with the date "1970" imprinted in the upper left hand corner. The devices were manufactured in 1970 and sold at retail for about $2.49 each during 1970 and 1971. The devices were sold in variety stores and chain grocery stores mostly in the Northeast United States. The company urges anyone who possesses a Bernzomatic 1970 model FE18UL unit to discharge the contents. A free replacement may be obtained by calling Irwin Industrial (which owns the BernzOmatic brand name) toll-free at 800-654-9011.
Animated Santa Recalled by PriceCostco NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles December 23, 1996 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-052 CPSC and PriceCostco Recall Animated Santa WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), PriceCostco is voluntarily recalling its 30" Deluxe Animated Santa with Light and Music. There have been four reports of animated Santas overheating and melting, which may have been caused by a defective capacitor. PriceCostco is recalling this product to prevent further incidents. Approximately 66,263 animated Santas have been sold in Costco and Price Club US warehouses between August 5, 1996, and December 20, 1996, as item number 63404. This safety notice and recall applies only to the Deluxe 30" Animated Santa with Light and Music sold as item number 63404 and does not apply to any other animated Christmas items sold in PriceCostco warehouses. Consumers should unplug the Santa immediately and return it to any Costco or Price Club warehouse for a full refund. Consumers may contact PriceCostco at (800) 774-2678 if you have any questions.
Koverall and Shortall Recall by Levi Strauss NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles December 20,1996 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-050 CPSC and Levi Strauss Announce Infant and Toddler Koverall and Shortall Recall WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Levi Strauss & Co. of San Francisco, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 Little Levi's Koveralls and Shortalls. The snap fasteners on the inside legs of these garments may separate, creating a potential choking risk to children. CPSC and Levi Strauss are not aware of any injuries involving these garments. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The recalled Little Levi's brand Koveralls and Shortalls styled for boys in sizes 12 to 24 months and 2T to 4T were all sold in indigo denim with product codes: 29028-2891 and 22028-2891 (Koveralls) and 22020-2891 and 29020-2891 (Shortalls). Koveralls is a youth version of traditional adult overalls and Shortalls is a short pant length version. Levi Strauss is also recalling infant sizes 12 to 24 months of its Levi's brand Girlswear Koveralls and Shortalls with product codes: 38806-0817 and 38806-0881 (Koveralls) and 39867-0881, 39867-0817, and 39867-9281 (Shortalls). The girls garments were sold in stonebleach denim, pink twill, or pink check fabric with an elastic back. The product codes are located on the back of the care label sewn in an inside seam of each garment. Retail stores sold the garments nationwide beginning in November 1996. Consumers should immediately stop using these garments and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. Consumers with questions about the recall may call Levi Strauss & Co. at 1-(800)USA-LEVI, or write to the company at: Levi's Plaza, P.O. Box 7215, San Francisco, Calif. 94120.
Christmas Lights Recall by In-Mar Trading NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles December 19, 1996 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-049 CPSC and In-Mar Trading Recall Christmas Lights WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), In-Mar Trading Inc. of Dorado, Puerto Rico is recalling over 140,000 Christmas light sets. The lights have no fuse protection and present a fire hazard due to inadequate wiring. In-Mar is not aware of any fires or injuries involving these lights. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The Christmas lights can be identified by the following labeling on the box top: "CHRISTMAS ELEMENTS - 50 SUPER BRIGHT LIGHTS - indoor/outdoor - total length for each set 22 ft - flashing or non-flashing - guaranteed to light." "CHRISTMAS ELEMENTS - 100 SUPER BRIGHT LIGHTS - 5 WAY FLASH - this set is a Low Wattage Energy Saver." "CHRISTMAS ELEMENTS - 105 SUPER BRIGHT LIGHTS WITH CHASER - this set is a Low Wattage Energy Saver." In-Mar Trading sold the lights in discount stores in Puerto Rico since October 1996 for about $2 to $5. Consumers should stop using these lights immediately, and return the lights to the store where purchased for a full refund. If consumers have questions about this recall, they can call In-Mar at (809) 796-1560. CPSC is recommending that consumers use the following light safety suggestions to ensure this holiday season is a safe and happy one. Look for a label stating that the lights were tested by a recognized testing laboratory. Check for fuses that guard against overload. An overload could cause a fire. Check each set of lights, new or old, for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires, loose connections, and loose or missing bulbs. Replace defective bulbs, and if a set is damaged, do not buy or use the set.
Chenille Sweaters Recall NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles December 18, 1996 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-046 CPSC Recalls Highly Flammable Chenille Sweaters WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today the stop sale and recall of more than 32,000 dangerously flammable chenille sweaters sized for girls and women. The sale of these sweaters violates the federal Flammable Fabrics Act, and the sweaters present a serious risk of burn injuries. In fact, these sweaters burn faster than newspaper. Although CPSC has not received reports of injuries from these sweaters to date, the agency is issuing this safety notice and recalling the sweaters to prevent injuries from these dangerous products. The sweaters, which were made in China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the United States, are made in a variety of colors of very soft textured chenille. Sweater styles are primarily long sleeved or short sleeved with a crew or turtle neckline; although, there is also a v-neck vest style and a mock wrap style. The sweaters sold for between $38 and $130 at large department stores and small boutiques nationwide. Nearly all of these sweaters are made of 65 percent rayon/35 percent nylon; although, a few styles are made of 90 percent rayon/10 percent nylon, 67 percent rayon/33 percent nylon, or 100 percent rayon. CPSC is working with a number of importers and retailers to recall these sweaters. CPSC surveyed over 100 retail stores in major U.S. cities to test for the fire hazard. CPSC urges consumers to immediately stop wearing sweaters they believe may be involved in this recall. These flammable sweaters should be returned to the retailers where purchased. Retailers taking part in this recall will provide a refund or credit. The following major retailers sold the sweaters: BCBG Bloomingdale's Dillard's Express Foley's Lerner of New York Limited Too Lord & Taylor Macy's Neiman Marcus Nordstrom Parisian, Inc. Robinson-May CPSC found the following brand names and RN numbers on the labels of the sweaters that failed the flammability test. Consumers can call the importers and manufacturers listed for more information. Brand Name RN Number Manufacturer/Importer Phone Number BCBG Maxazeria RN 80734 BCBG Max Azria Vernon, Calif. (213) 589-2224 525 Made in America RN 61680 525 Made in America, Inc. New York, N.Y. (212) 921-5688 Maille ISHYU RN 78635 Pretty Talk Inc. Miami, Fla. (305) 717-3180 Sisters RN 84332 Fredini, dba Miss LA Los Angeles, Calif. (213) 745-7921 Karen Kane Lifestyle Petite RN 59168 Karen Kane Los Angeles, Calif. (800) 590-5263 Karen Kane Lifestyle RN 59168 Karen Kane RN 59168 The Limited RN 54867 Limited Inc. Limited Too Columbus, Ohio (800) 723-8785 Express Tricot RN 54867 Limited Express (Limited Inc.) Columbus, Ohio (614) 479-4031 N.Y. Jeans RN 23243 Lerner New York Inc. (Limited Inc.) New York, N.Y. (800) 723-5111 There are sweaters with the brand names and RN numbers listed here that are not violative. Retailers should be able to tell whether an individual chenille sweater is involved in this recall based on the yle numbers they have. The importers and manufacturers have voluntarily agreed to recall the sweaters from consumers and will issue recall information through the retailers who sold the products. Link to CPSC's provisionally accepted settlement agreement with Nordstrom. For additional questions about this chenille sweater recall, including information on other retailers participating in this recall, consumers can call the CPSC toll-free hotline at (800) 638-2772.
Paperweights and Pens Recalled by Shelby NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Firm is out of business. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles Originally issued December 17, 1996; Revised July 3, 2002 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-043 CPSC and Shelby Ltd. Announce Novelty Product Recalls WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Shelby Ltd., Division of Wang's International, of Memphis, Tenn., recalled about 40,000 paperweights and pens because they contain kerosene or other petroleum distillates and many were sold to children. If the paperweights or pens break and leak, the liquid can be hazardous if inhaled into the lungs or swallowed. The liquid could also be combustible, presenting a flammability hazard. Shelby Ltd. has received at least 10 reports of the paperweights breaking and releasing their contents. No injuries have been reported. The plastic paperweights came in the following five styles: Ocean In The Box, Floating Eye, Antique Car, Magic Diamond, and Water Timer. The paperweights were individually packaged in cardboard boxes bearing the name of the style. The pen, which is clear plastic with an eyeball in the middle, is packaged in a cellophane wrap and bears no labeling. The paperweights and pen were sold nationwide through school stores to children from kindergarten through the sixth grade from October through December 1996 for about $4 to $5. Consumers should take the paperweights and pens away from children immediately, and discard or destroy them. The firm is out of business and cannot be contacted.
Houdini Portable Playyards Hazard NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Nychelle White December 17, 1996 (301) 504-7063 Release # 97-047 CPSC and Evenflo Warn of Potential Choking Hazard on Houdini Portable Playyards WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Evenflo Company Inc. of Piqua, Ohio is warning consumers that some of its Houdini Portable Playyards may present a potential small parts choking hazard and a sharp edge hazard. Approximately 205,000 of these playyards were sold. Small plastic covers from "push caps" used to secure various parts of the playyards together may crack and separate. Evenflo and the CPSC are aware of a number of reports of the plastic caps separating. Although no injuries have been reported, this action is being taken to prevent young children from choking or cutting themselves. All Houdini model numbers beginning with 332 are involved in this warning. The model number is located on a tag attached to the bottom of the unit. The playyards sold nationwide for about $45 from 1994 through 1996. CPSC and Evenflo are advising all Houdini owners to inspect the pushcaps on their playyards. The push caps on Houdini Playyards are small metal washers covered by a plastic clip. In some cases, these plastic clips have cracked and separated from the metal washer. The plastic clip could then present a choking hazard, and the exposed metal washer may be sharp enough to cut a child. The exposed metal washer will continue to hold the playyard securely together. Each playyard contains 16 push caps with three located in each corner of the top rail, and one in the center of each top rail. Consumers should look for loose, cracked, or missing plastic covers. If any are found, consumers should call Evenflo at (800) 490-7549 immediately to obtain free replacement push caps and installation instructions. Even if no loose, cracked, or missing plastic covers are found, consumers should call for a free warning label.
Christmas Lights Recall NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles December 17, 1996 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-045 CPSC and Manufacturers Announce Recall of Christmas Lights WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), two manufacturers are recalling about 30,225 Christmas light sets. The lights have no fuse protection and contain inadequate wiring presenting a fire hazard. The manufacturers participating in this recall are Thrifty Distributors and Golden Bay Enterprises, both of Hempstead, N.Y. CPSC and these manufacturers are not aware of any fires or injuries involving these lights. These recalls are being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Thrifty Distributors Recall Thrifty Distributors is recalling the following lights, about 225 sets, which can be identified by the following labeling on the box top: "35/2-WAY FLASHER/LIGHT SET - 35 JUEGO DE LUCES DE NAVIDAD-Pretested! Guaranteed to light! Weatherproof! Energy Saver! Replacement Bulbs! - Swallow Brand." "Christmas TREE-TOP DECORATION - REPLACEABLE PUSH-IN BULBS - PRE-TESTED GUARANTEED TO LIGHT." Thrifty Distributors sold the lights in discount and dollar-type stores in the Greater New York and Philadelphia areas within the last few weeks for about $1. For more information, consumers can call Thrifty Distributors at (800) 281-7231. Consumers who live in the New York metropolitan area should call (516) 538-1300. Golden Bay Enterprises Recall Golden Bay Enterprises is recalling the following lights, about 30,000 sets, which can be identified by the following labeling on the box top: "50 3-WAY FLASHER CHRISTMAS LIGHT SET - PRE-TESTED - GUARANTEED TO LIGHT - WHEN ONE BULB GOES OUT THE REST REMAIN LIT - SPARE BULB INCLUDED - NOEL." Golden Bay Enterprises sold the lights in discount stores in Florida from October through December 1996 for about $1. For more information, consumers can call Golden Bay Enterprises at (800) 791-2960. Consumers should stop using the recalled lights immediately, and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. If consumers have questions about these recalls, they should call the manufacturers or CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772. CPSC is recommending that consumers use the following light safety suggestions to ensure this holiday season is a safe and happy one. Look for a label stating that the lights were tested by a recognized testing laboratory. Check for fuses that guard against overload. An overload could cause a fire. Check each set of lights, new or old, for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires, loose connections, and loose or missing bulbs. Replace defective bulbs, and if a set is damaged, do not buy or use the set.