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All product recalls affecting Kansas.
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Computer Monitors Recalled For Electrocution And Fire Hazard NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: June 12, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-108 Computer Monitors Recalled For Electrocution And Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- Protecto Enterprises of Barrington, IL is recalling 2,500 Zenith Data Systems Model ZVM122-T monochrome computer monitors because of electric shock hazards to consumers, and possible fire and electrical damage to computers on which they are installed. Two fires have been reported involving these monitors. The model ZVM122-T computer monitors were developed for Federal use, and later prepared for consumer use by Protecto Enterprises. These units were sold primarily by mail order by Protecto and by Electrified Discounters of Hamden, CT in 1988-1989. Consumers having a Zenith Data Systems ZVM122-T should immediately and carefully turn off the unit and unplug it, avoiding contact with any metal parts of the cabinet or plug. The model number can be found on the back of the unit, after the unit has first been carefully unplugged. All known purchasers are being contacted by mail. Consumers owning an affected unit may contact "122-T Recall Central" at 1-800-752-6138 for instructions on returning the unit for refund or replacement. Zenith ZVM122 monitors which do not have the "T" suffix are not affected. Also, no ZVM122-T monitors sold to Federal agencies by Zenith Data Systems are affected.
CONTACT: June 4, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-104 General Toys Recalls Wind-Up Toys WASHINGTON, DC -- General Toys of Los Angeles, CA is voluntarily recalling several plastic wind-up toys: the Happy Flapping Car, Happy Tricycle Police and Thief, Cycling Bear, Naughty Bear, and the Ice Cream Van. These toys were sold nationwide prior to March 1990. The toys may pose a fatal choking hazard to young children because of small parts and a puncture wound hazard due to sharp points. This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). - The Happy Flapping Car: Items #8668 and #8228 consist of a colorfully painted plastic car with a large comical cat or bear figure riding on it. Both are wearing a colored shirt and tie and a blue or white cap. The hood and trunk lids and side doors of the car open and close. The headlights are made to look like eyes, and a mouth with either white teeth and red lips or a smile with painted cheeks and a red nose pasted to the body under the front hood. The car is equipped with a bell whose striking device is a spring with a small ball on the end which comes out of the trunk area. - The Happy Tricycle Police and Thief: Item #636 consists of a painted three-wheeled motorcycle with a metal bell whose striking device is a spring with a small ball on the end which comes out of the back. Either a police officer figure or thief figure are riding the cycle. The figures have heads that resemble a dog- like animal. The police figure has a painted-on blue uniform with white gloves and the thief figure has a painted-on black outfit with black gloves. Both figures are carrying guns raised in the air with the right hand. - Cycling Bear: Item #6968 consists of a red tricycle with black tires and orange hub caps. A large blue bear sitting on the tricycle has a white snout, black eyes and nose and is wearing pink trunks. Inside a yellow basket mounted on the rear of the tricycle is a small blue bear who moves up and down as the vehicle moves forward. The tricycle is equipped with a metal bell whose striking device is a spring with a small ball on the end located in the rear of the vehicle. - Naughty Bear: Item #6976 consists of a red dinosaur-like figure with stick-on eyes, yellow arms, nose, legs and nob on the head. This figure is being ridden by a two-tone blue bear figure with a white snout, black eyes and black nose. The toy is equipped with a metal bell located in the rear above the tail. Embossed on the bottom of this toy is "PAT.NO.1039684 MADE IN CHINA". - Ice Cream Van: Item #6973 consists of a pink-colored vehicle with a bear's head coming out of the top, red boots sticking out of the sides, a swirl cone on the hood, and a plastic hamburger on a bun riding on the back of the vehicle. Embossed on the bottom of this toy is "PAT.NO.1031288 MADE IN CHINA". Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these toys. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers are urged to take these toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund, or mail them to General Toys, 516 E. 4th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90013 for a refund plus postage. For more information about this recall consumers may call General Toys at (213) 687-4929
May 23, 1990 Release # 90-100 Playskool Offers Free Gift For Busy Elephant Cord; Entanglement Risk Cited WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Playskool, Inc., of Pawtucket, RI, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), today announced a repair program for the "Busy Elephant" crib toy Model No. 5405. Some of the Busy Elephants were made in Korea and these have a 5 1/2-inch knit cord which attaches a small stuffed mouse to the Busy Elephant. Playskool has received ten reports of the Korean-made knit cord unraveling into a long thin cord and becoming entangled around the body or neck of a child. Busy Elephants with "Made in China" on the sewn-in label are not affected. For Busy Elephants with "Made in Korea" on the white sewn- in label, Playskool is asking consumers to cut the knit cord at the point where it immediately joins the Busy Elephant and at the other end where it joins a small stuffed mouse. Return the cord to Playskool immediately. A free gift will be provided to consumers who return the knit cord to Playskool. The Busy Elephant is a stuffed elephant approximately 15 inches high with several activity features, such as a clicker dial on one foot, a mirror on the other, and a mouse in a stomach pouch. The mouse is attached to the elephant by the knit cord. The product was distributed nationally through wholesale, retail, variety stores, and chain stores and sold for approximately $19.00. The toy was manufactured between 1987 and 1989. A total of 740,000 Busy Elephants were manufactured, although only 453,000 units made in Korea have the type of knit cord which has the potential for unraveling. CPSC learned of the problem with this crib toy from consumer complaints made to the agency. To help monitor the effectiveness of this repair program, Playskool is offering a gift to consumers who mail in the knit cord. For details of this offer, or if consumers have any questions, call 800-752-9755
May 22, 1990 Release # 90-101 WASHINGTON, DC--Toastmaster Inc. of Columbia, MO (now Salton-Toastmaster), is replacing 8857 four-slice electric toasters because a defective switch may create a fire, contact burn or severe electric shock hazard. This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Some toasters have a defective switch that could allow the heating elements to continue operating after the toasting cycle. While there have been no reports of injuries or fires to date as a result of switch failure, the company said it will replace all Model D126T toasters because of the potential hazards posed by the defective switch. Toastmaster said its Model D126T electric toaster features a chrome case with a black-and-silver nameplate. The Toastmaster brand name appears on the lower right-hand corner of each appliance. Manufactured in April, May and June of 1989, the toasters sold nationwide between $30 and $35 each. Consumers should check the crumb tray at the bottom of the toaster for the D126T model number and a five letter and digit date code running from EL101 through EL158. No other Toastmaster toasters or products are involved in the recall. CPSC learned about the defective toasters in a report provided by Toastmaster. Consumers having the affected toasters should unplug the appliance and contact the company for instructions on returning the unit for a new toaster. Consumers may call the firm which is now handling this recall, Salton-Toastmaster, toll-free at (800) 233-9054 or write Salton-Toastmaster, 1801 North Stadium Blvd., Columbia, Missouri 65202
May 21, 1990 Release # 90-098 San Francisco Music Box Company Recalls Plush Animals Because Of Choking Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the San Francisco Music Box Company of San Francisco, CA is voluntarily recalling six plush animals imported from China because the eyes may come off posing a fatal choking hazard to children. The stuffed animals described below have eyes with washers on the back. The company discovered that the washers may be defective allowing the eyes to become detached from the plush animals. The plush animals all have music boxes inside and a silver wind up key protruding from the back. White Jointed Bear, #55-0046 plays "You are My Sunshine" is made of all white fur with a red ribbon tied around its neck. Beige Jointed Bear, #55-0061 plays "Don't Let Me Go," stands 15-1/2 inches tall has all beige fur and a red ribbon tied around its neck. Beige Small Jointed Bear, #55-0038 plays "It's a Small World" stands 9-1/2 inches tall has all beige fur with a red ribbon tied around its neck. Pink Bear, #55-0079 plays "A Baby's Lullabye" stands 9-1/2 inches tall, is extremely soft with all pink fur and a sewn in pink and white polka dot heart on its chest. Pink Monkey, #55-0095 plays "Zip-a-dee-doo-daa" stands 7- 1/2 inches tall is extremely soft with white face, hands and feet and a pink fur body. Beige Articulated Santa Bear, #55-0368 plays "Jingle Bells" stands 17 inches tall, has a sewn on red and white Santa's hat covering the right ear, a red coat with white trim that has a "Velcro" closure in the front, and a black felt belt with a metal buckle. Each stuffed animal has a small white tag sewn on either side or bottom which reads "THE SAN FRANCISCO MUSIC BOX COMPANY, EMERYVILLE, CA REG. NO. PA-2642 (RC) ALL NEW MATERIALS MADE IN CHINA." Approximately 2,866 of these plush animals were distributed in retail stores nationwide from December 1988 through June 1989 at prices ranging from $17.50 to $37.50. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers are urged to take these toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers with additional questions about this recall may contact the San Francisco Music Box Company directly at 1-800-227-2190
May 16, 1990 Release # 90-097 WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Small World Toys, Culver City, CA is voluntarily recalling 262 Spinflower Rattles, Item #30945. The baby rattle, sold nationwide through retail stores since January 1988, may break apart if dropped releasing small beads. The flower petals may also break off producing sharp points. These hazards may pose a potential choking and laceration hazard to young children. The Spinflower Rattle, made in Sweden, is a yellow plastic flower-shaped baby rattle with a clear cover containing nine multi-colored plastic beads. It was packaged with a large red plastic bolt for mounting the rattle on a bar across a crib. The rattle was sold in a clear plastic carrying case with a label identifying the product as "Fischerform" Baby Toys "From Six Months." "Fischerform" is also embossed on the front of the rattle with the figure of a fish. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers are urged to take these toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers may also mail the product to Small World Toys, 5711 Buckingham Parkway, Culver City, CA 90230 for a refund including postage. For more information about this recall consumers may call Rosi Delgado at (310) 645-9680
May 11, 1990 Release # 90-096 Lionel Leisure, Inc. Recalls Big Bird Trike WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lionel Leisure, Inc., Philadelphia, PA is voluntarily recalling Big Bird Trike manufactured by Illco Toy Company, Inc. This trike has small screws beneath Big Bird's feet which are small parts and which may separate from the toy producing a choking or aspiration hazard to young children. The Big Bird Trike (Model #8820R) is blue with two green wheels on the back and one green wheel on the front with the words "BIG BIRD" just above the tire. Big Bird is bright yellow with orange legs that have pink rings from his knees to his ankles. Embossed on the trike next to the orange wind-up key are the words "Made in Macau". In the same location on the other side of the trike are the words "Muppets Inc. an Illco Toy." When wound up Big Bird makes a rattle sound and pedals the trike while moving his head back and forth and his tail up and down. Approximately 3,000 toys were sold from June 1989 to January 1990 for approximately $9.00 each in Lionel Kiddie City, Lionel Playworld and Lionel Toy Warehouse Stores. While neither CPSC nor Lionel Leisure is aware of any injuries associated with these toys, this corrective action is being taken to prevent the possibility of such injury. Consumers are urged to take these toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers with additional concerns or questions about this recall may contact Lionel Leisure at (215) 671-3800. The potentially hazardous toys were identified by CPSC during routine surveillance of the marketplace
May 10, 1990 Release # 90-093 O'Brien Recalls Pro Flow Water Ski Bindings On Selected 1989 Skis Washington, D.C.-- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), O'Brien International of Redmond WA has announced a product recall of Pro Flow waterski bindings sold after September 1, 1988 and before December 31, 1989. The Pro Flow bindings are on O'Brien TRC, Competitor X, Pro Circuit and Splendor slalom models skis. Five skiers have reported injuries associated with Pro Flow binding which pulled apart and exposed sharp screws which caused foot lacerations. The Pro Flow waterski bindings have a high wrap, open toe boot design. The words "Pro Flow" and the O'Brien trademark "O" are located above the three horizontal white stripes on the heel of the binding. Only those O'Brien bindings with the white stripes on the boots are involved. Consumers who have this model O'Brien waterski binding should call O'Brien's consumer recall action line (1-800-284-SKIS) with questions and for repair instructions. The consumer will be provided with a repair kit and instructions to fix the potential problem or the owner can have the bindings repaired by a local authorized dealer or O'Brien International. In addition, O'Brien International is offering a corduroy hat to those owners requesting kits and making the repair. The action line is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Eastern time
May 10, 1990 Release # 90-095 Roman, Inc. Issues Warning To Remove Tears From Stuffed Lambs WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Roman, Inc., Roselle, IL is issuing a warning to consumers about certain stuffed lambs imported from Korea. Approximately 7,000 lambs were sold nationwide during 1989. Each stuffed lamb has a small clear plastic tear attached beneath the left eye that can be easily pulled off and ingested by children. These beige and white lambs stand 8-1/2 inches tall, have two dark glass eyes, a yellow nose, a band-aid on the left front leg and a circular pin that reads "Jesus make me new again!" The lambs sold for approximately $13 each. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers are urged to remove and throw away the small plastic tear. The potentially hazardous lambs were identified at the Port of Chicago during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs Service surveillance program
May 9, 1990 Release # 90-092 Target Stores Recalls Trucks And Dolls Because Of Choking Hazards WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Target Stores of Minneapolis, MN is voluntarily recalling "My First Buddys Wrecker Truck," "My First Buddys Pumper Truck" and their "Potpourri Baby Doll" because of small parts that present potentially fatal choking hazards to young children. The recalled items sold nationwide in 1988 and 1989 in Target Stores are as follows:MY FIRST BUDDYS WRECKER TRUCK Amount Sold: 27,000 (approximate) Average Price: $4.99 This truck is all plastic, has an orange body with "My First Buddys" embossed on the right side and "WRECKER" printed in white on both sides in all capital letters, has yellow rails, a blue pulley on a string for towing, a moving emergency light, black tires on white wheels, and a white built-in handle with "BUDDYL" embossed on the front. The truck makes a clicking sound when rolled back and forth. The emergency light on the top of the truck separates during use and abuse testing and is a small part. MY FIRST BUDDYS PUMPER Amount Sold: 27,000 (approximate) Average Price: $4.99 This truck is all plastic, has a red body with "PUMPER" printed in white on both sides in all caps, has yellow and white fire equipment attached, and has a white built-in handle with "BUDDYL" embossed on the back and blue tires on white wheels. The truck makes a clicking sound when pushed back and forth. The yellow fire fighting nozzle on top of the truck is a small part. POTPOURRI BABY DOLLS Amount Sold: 1,497 Average Price: $2.49 The dolls stand 3-1/2 inches tall and have moveable limbs. They are wearing solid or multi-colored shorts and come with a two-inch by three-inch scented pillow made of the same fabric trimmed with lace. The dolls come with straight blonde hair and freckled faces. The arms and legs of the doll separate during use and abuse testing and are small parts. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers are urged to take these toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Target Store headquarters at (612) 370-6000. These three potentially hazardous toys were identified at the Ports of Los Angeles and Oakland, California during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs Service surveillance program
May 9, 1990 Release # 90-094 Toy Public Telephone Recalled By Goldwell International WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Goldwell International, Inc., Los Angeles, CA is voluntarily recalling 13,583 Public Telephone toys because of small parts (coins and push buttons) that could pose a fatal choking hazard to young children. The plastic toy telephone, Model #WM-3922, is constructed to resemble a coin-operated pay telephone with a gold dial on the front and a receiver on the side. A coin return lever is located on the front left side. A cord is attached to the top so that the unit can be hung on a wall. In the middle of the dial is a picture of a telephone receiver and the word "HELLO." There are three coin slots at the top indicating 25, 10 and 5 cents. There are three multi-colored push buttons located in the lower front which activate a squeaker. The toy comes with plastic coins in a variety of sizes and colors. Embossed on the back of the unit are the words "MADE IN KOREA." The Public Telephones were sold nationwide since March 1989 for $9.99. The box was age labeled for children under three years. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers are urged to take these toys away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers may also mail the product to Goldwell International, Inc., 2433 Hunter Street, Los Angeles, CA 90021 for a refund of the purchase price plus postage. Consumers with additional questions about this recall may contact Goldwell International, Inc. at (213) 622-3734
May 8, 1990 Release # 90-091 North American Bear Company Issues Warning About Choking Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), and the New York State Attorney General's Office, North American Bear Co., Inc. of Chicago, IL is issuing a warning to purchasers of two products in their VanderBear Family line. "Alice VanderBear in High Tea Outfit" (Style #4152) and "Muffy VanderBear in Tree Trimming Outfit" (Style #7144) have accessories that may separate from their outfits and present a small parts choking hazard to young children. Before giving these plush bears to children, consumers are urged to remove the pearl necklace and buttons from the dress on Alice VanderBear, and to remove the gingerbread man from the pocket of Muffy VanderBear. Approximately 3,500 Alice VanderBears were sold nationwide from January 1, 1989 to January 31, 1990 for $62.00 each. The bear stands 18 inches tall and has soft beige fur. Alice is dressed in a pink and white print dress with a white collar and trim. She is also wearing a straw hat with black trim and a pink flower attached to the front. The three buttons on the back of her dress and the pearl necklace around her neck may detach producing small parts that could present a choking hazard to young children. Approximately 20,000 Muffy VanderBears were sold nationwide from July 1, 1989 to September 30, 1989 for $28.50 each. The bear stands 7-1/2 inches tall and has soft beige fur. Muffy is dressed in a red and white stripped long-sleeved Christmas dress with large red plastic slip-on shoes. She is also wearing a red and white apron which has a hard plastic gingerbread man in the pocket that may come loose presenting a choking hazard to children. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these plush bears. This warning is being announced to prevent the possibility of injury. CPSC learned about Alice VanderBear and Muffy VanderBear from the Empire State Consumer Association and the U.S. Public Interest Research Group this past holiday season. Consumers who have questions about this warning may contact the North American Bear Co. at (312) 329-0020
April 30, 1990 Release # 90-083 Urgent Warning To Discard U.S. Mom's "Baby's Cloud" Infant Bean Bag Cushion Because Of Suffocation Risk WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission staff is urging consumers to destroy immediately any "Baby's Cloud" infant cushions in their possession because of a suffocation risk. The Baby's Cloud infant cushion was manufactured by U.S. Mom's, Las Vegas, NV. The Commission has received 19 reports that an infant was found dead lying face-down on an infant bean bag cushion. None of the reported deaths involves a U.S. Mom's product. U.S. Mom's sold about 3,500 infant cushions nationwide in small retail stores from 1985 to 1988 when it went out of business. Its primary retailer, GEMCO, is also out of business. Because these firms are out of business, the Commission staff urges consumers to destroy the product immediately. The Baby's Cloud cushion is a fabric covered, polystyrene pellet-filled cushion intended for use with infants. The manufacturer's name is attached to the product along with information concerning fiber content
CONTACT: April 30, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-085 "Comfort Cushion" Infant Cushion Recalled Because Of Suffocation Risk WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Tailored Baby, Inc., San Fernando, CA, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily recalling its "Comfort Cushion" infant cushions because of a suffocation risk identified in these types of products. Although the Tailored Baby Comfort Cushion is not known to be involved in any safety-related incident, the CPSC has received 19 reports that an infant was found dead lying face-down on infant bean bag cushions made by other firms. The Comfort Cushion product is a fabric covered, polystyrene pellet-filled cushion intended for use with infants. The manufacturer's name is attached to the product along with information concerning fiber content. Approximately 78,000 Comfort Cushions were sold nationwide from 1988 through April, 1990. The Commission staff urges consumers to stop using these cushions immediately. Consumers who have a Comfort Cushion may return the paper tag with the manufacturer's name, along with a six square inch piece of fabric cut from the cover, to the following address to receive either a free shopping cart restraint (Safety Sitter, Model #2082), or an Infant Seat Cushion Cover (Model #1391). Specify which exchange product you desire. Tailored Baby, Inc.Cushion Exchange500 Library StreetSan Fernando, CA 91340Or, return the product directly to the place of purchase for a refund of the purchase price
CONTACT: April 30, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-089 Comfort Products Recalls Infant Cushions Because Of Alleged Suffocation Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Comfort Products of Carrollton, TX, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily recalling infant cushions because of a suffocation risk identified with these types of products. CPSC has received 19 reports involving infants three months of age or younger found dead lying face-down on an infant bean bag cushion. At least five of the deaths reportedly involved cushions made by Comfort Products. The company's "Comfort Tote" and "Comfy Tot" infant cushions and the smaller "Cushie Comfort" pillow were sold nationwide. Approximately 126,000 Comfort Tote/Comfy Tot infant cushions and 7,800 Cushie Comfort cushions were sold from 1985 through April 1990. Comfort Products is the second largest manufacturer of these infant cushions. The Comfort Tote and Comfy Tot are quilted, fabric covered, polystyrene-filled infant cushions with straps. The Cushie Comfort was marketed by the company as a small head support cushion intended for use in car seats and strollers. All the cushions have brand name labels attached. Consumers who have these products are asked to STOP USING THEM IMMEDIATELY. Comfort Products is offering an exchange product of equal value for return of these cushions. Consumers with Comfort Tote and Comfy Tot should return the cloth tag with the product name and patent number and a 6" by 6" piece of the cover fabric. Consumers with Cushie Comfort should return the Cushie Comfort cloth label with a 6" by 6" piece of the cover fabric. DO NOT SEND FILLED PRODUCTS. Send these items with your name and mailing address to:Comfort Products Recall Program1421 Champion Drive, #311Carrollton, TX 7500
Infant Cushions Recalled by Jumping-Jacks Shoes NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: APRIL 30, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-090 Jumping-Jacks Shoes Inc. Recalls "Baby Jacks" Infant Cushions Because Of Suffocation Risk WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Jumping-Jacks Shoes, Inc., Monett, Missouri, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is voluntarily recalling approximately 45,000 of its "Baby Jacks" Bean Bag cushions because of a suffocation risk. The Commission has received 19 reports that an infant was found dead lying face-down on an infant bean bag cushion, of which one (1) death allegedly involves a Jumping-Jacks product. The Baby Jacks cushion is a fabric covered, polystyrene pellet-filled cushion intended for use with infants. The manufacturer's name is attached to the product along with information concerning fiber content. Approximately 45,000 Baby Jacks cushions were sold nationwide from 1985 through February, 1990 in Jumping-Jacks Shoes and other small retail stores for about $15.00. Jumping-Jacks and the Commission staff urge consumers to stop using these cushions immediately. Consumers who have a Baby Jacks Bean Bag cushion may return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
April 30, 1990 Release # 90-084 MFP, Inc. Recalls "Sof-Sak" Because Of Alleged Suffocation Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. -- MFP of Hays, Kansas, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is voluntarily recalling approximately 76,000 of its "Sof-Sak" infant bean bag cushions, because of an alleged suffocation hazard to infants. CPSC has received one report of a death of an infant found face-down after being left to sleep on the "Sof- Sak." The Commission has received 18 other reports of infant deaths on similar infant cushions made by other manufacturers. "Sof-Sak" was sold nationwide from 1986 through February, 1990 for approximately $20.00. MFP and the Commission staff urge consumers who have these products to stop using them immediately. The "Sof-Sak" is a quilted, fabric covered, polystyrene pellet-filled cushion intended for use with infants. Each cushion is equipped with restraining waist and crotch straps. The name "Sof-Sak" appears on the waist strap. The manufacturer's name, along with information concerning fiber content, appears on a paper tag attached to the product. Another label includes a statement not to leave child unattended. MFP is offering to exchange a free playmat for each Sof-Sak in consumers' hands. To obtain the playmat, cut the paper tag with MFP on it from the product, or cut off a section of the strap with the Sof-Sak name on it. Send this identification, along with a 6" x 6" piece of fabric cut from the cover to: Sof-Sak/Playmat ExchangeMFP, IncP.O. Box 135Hays, KS 67601-0135 For assistance or information, call 1-800-637-2229
CONTACT: April 19, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-081 Baby Sak Bean Bag Infant Cushions Recalled Because Of Suffocation Risk FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA -- Baby Sak, Pembroke Pines, FL, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), is recalling its Baby Sak bean bag infant cushions because of a suffocation risk. Although no deaths have been reported involving Baby Sak, the Commission has received reports of 19 infants being found dead lying face down on similar products. Baby Sak is a fabric covered, polystyrene pellet-filled cushion intended for use with infants. The name "Baby Sak" appears on the restraint straps attached to the product. Since 1988 approximately 125 Baby Sak cushions have been sold for $15.00 each, exclusively at local craft shows in southern Florida. Baby Sak and the CPSC staff urge consumers who own these products to stop using them immediately. Baby Sak will exchange other infant products of equal retail value for return of the cushions. For instructions on returning the cushion and obtaining the exchange product, contact: BABY SAK1260 N.W. 99 AvenuePEMBROKE PINES, FL 3302
Baby-Minder Bean Bag Infant Cushions Recalled NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Firm is out of business. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Originally issued April 19, 1990; Revised June 21, 2001 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-077 "Baby-Minder" Bean Bag Infant Cushions Recalled Because Of Suffocation Risk WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Fourth Little Pig, San Anselmo, CA, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, is voluntarily recalling its Baby-Minder bean bag infant cushions because of a suffocation risk. Although no deaths have been reported involving the Baby-Minder, the Commission has received reports of 19 infants being found dead lying face down on similar products made by other firms. Baby-Minder is a fabric covered, polystyrene pellet-filled cushion with restraining straps intended for use with infants. The manufacturer's name and address, along with patent and registry numbers, appear on a paper tag stitched into a seam of the product. The Fourth Little Pig name is also on a smaller tag containing washing instructions. Approximately 3,000 Baby-Minder cushions have been sold since 1985 for approximately $40 each. The Commission staff urges consumers who own these products to stop using them immediately.
CONTACT: April 19, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-080 Army And Air Force Exchange Service Recalls Infant Bean Bag Cushions Because Of Suffocation Risk WASHINGTON, D.C. -- At its initiative, and with the support and assistance of its supplier, Gold, Inc., Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) is voluntarily recalling more than 11,000 "Support Sack" bean bag infant cushions because of a suffocation risk. AAFES sold these cushions worldwide at post/base exchanges. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has received reports of 19 infant deaths involving this type of infant cushion although there are no known deaths with cushions sold by AAFES. The Support Sack involved in the recall is a quilted fabric covered, polystyrene pellet-filled cushion, sometimes called a "bean bag cushion," intended for use with infants. Each cushion is equipped with restraining waist and crotch straps. Other retailers have sold these or similar infant cushions. This notice is limited to bean bag infant cushions sold at Army and Air Force exchanges. AAFES and the Commission staff urge consumers who have these cushions to stop using them immediately. Authorized exchange customers should return the cushions to any exchange for a refund of the purchase price