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All product recalls affecting Massachusetts.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with Massachusetts in the distribution area.
March 18, 1991 Release # 91-047 WASHINGTON, DC -- Chadwick-Miller, Inc. of Canton, MA voluntarily recalled approximately 14,000 Toy Soldier Train toys #96774 because various wooden components separate from the toy and are a fatal choking hazard to young children. This recall was conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The wooden train toy is a set of 30 two and one-quarter- inch painted soldiers, one unpainted steam locomotive with four red wheels, a twenty-eight inch blue pull cord, three unpainted flat bed cars with twelve pegs each for mounting the soldiers, and six blocks with multiplication signs painted in red. The set is contained in a brown cardboard box labeled, "Chadwick Set of 30 Wooden Toy Soldiers with train...Made in China." The toys were distributed nationwide from 1986 to 1989. The retail price ranged from $9.98 to $12.98 each. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving this product. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent any possibility of injury. Consumers are urged to take these toys away from young children and destroy the product. As the firm is out of business, a remedy is no longer available.The hazardous toys were discovered by a CPSC employee who received gift catalogs in the mail
On-Wall Electrical Wiring Component Replacement Campaign NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: February 12, 1991 (301) 504-7908 Release # 91-035 "On-Wall" Electrical Wiring Component Replacement Campaign WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The Wiremold Company of West Hartford, CT, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, has voluntarily initiated an inspection and replacement program to find and replace any cracked plastic electrical switchplate and outlet covers for their "On-Wall" series of surface wiring. The wires for this type of product are routed in channels on the surface of a wall as opposed to being located within the wall. Plastic covers for Wiremold receptacles and switches used in conjunction with "On-Wall" wiring should be inspected because covers installed too tightly may crack and break when exposed to some household oil-based products such as insect spray and cooking oils. If such cracking is severe, there is a possibility that the electrical wires may become exposed. Should wiring become exposed, there is a possibility of severe electrical shock if a consumer inadvertently comes in contact with the exposed wiring. This inspection and replacement effort includes plastic covers for duplex receptacles and switches installed primarily in apartments, condominiums and townhouses. The company is also asking consumers to examine plastic covers for receptacles and switches sold for do-it-yourself, "On-Wall" home wiring projects. Some 300,000 plastic components were sold between March 1986 and mid-1989. Wiremold learned of the problem when the City of Glendale, Arizona reported that over 100 plastic switchplate and outlet covers installed in subsidized housing had cracked. Since the Glendale incident, the firm has received two additional individual complaints of cracking. However, there have been no reports of electric shock or injury. The products include duplex receptacle catalog #843G and switch #840 which were sold to wholesalers; and duplex receptacle #NM12 (retail price approximately $7), switch #NM13 (retail price approximately $6), and outlet kit #NM100 (retail price approximately $35) which were sold to retailers for purchase by consumers. The "Wiremold" name and catalog numbers are stamped on the rear of the plastic back plate of the receptacles and inside the cover of the switches. Consumers who purchased these plastic covers manufactured within the last four years, or moved into an apartment, condominium or townhouse since March 1986 that contains them should have the plastic covers inspected for cracks. Consumers without electrical experience should not disassemble the wiring parts for the inspection or for model verification. If cracks have occurred, consumers should call The Wiremold Company collect at 1-203-523-3689 Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time to make arrangements to have the plastic covers of any cracked units replaced free of charge with improved Wiremold models NM2 or NM3. When the new plastic covers are received, only an electrician or other similarly experienced person should remove and replace the cracked covers. If consumers have any unopened products still in the original packaging, they may be sent to The Wiremold Company, P.O. Box 10639, West Hartford, CT 06110-0639, Attn: Al Blake for a full refund of the purchase price including postage. The CPSC is issuing this warning as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The CPSC is the Federal agency responsible for consumer product safety. Some 15,000 different types of consumer products fall within the Commission's jurisdiction and each year these products are involved in an estimated 30 million injuries and 22,000 deaths.
February 11, 1991 Release # 91-038 Musical Rocking Horse Recalled WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), LTD Commodities, Inc., Bannockburn, IL has initiated a voluntary recall of approximately 4,000 "Musical Rocking Horse" toys, items "RHM-BLU" and "RHM-PNK", because of small parts that could pose a fatal choking hazard to young children. The eyes detached when the CPSC tested the rocking horses in accordance with regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. The potentially hazardous toys were identifed at the Port of Chicago during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs Service surveillance program. The "Musical Rocking Horse" is a stuffed toy that stands 7-1/2 inches tall and is eight inches long. The body of the rocking horse is either blue or pink cloth with white polka dots; it has two black beads for eyes and the cloth mane, tail and bridle are either blue or pink designed to contrast with the body of the rocking horse. The pink or blue plaid cloth saddle and rockers are also designed to contrast with the body of the rocking horse. Inside of the rocking horse is a music box which plays "Its A Small World" upon activation of the wind-up key located below the saddle. The label located underneath the rockers reads in part: "All New Materials, Filled with Polyester Fiber, Made in China." The plastic bag in which the toy is packaged is labeled with the item designation, "RHM-BLU" or "RHM-PNK." The toys, imported by LTD Commodities, Inc., were shipped nationwide from September 2, 1990 to September 27, 1990 for $6.95 each through mail order by LTD Commodities, Inc. 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 the toy away from young children immediately and return it to LTD Commodities, Inc., 2800 Lakeside Drive, Bannockburn, IL 60015 for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact LTD Commodities, Inc. at (708) 295-6058 or write the firm at 2800 Lakeside Drive, Bannockburn, IL 60015. The CPSC's mission is to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The CPSC is the Federal agency responsible for consumer product safety. Some 15,000 different consumer products fall within the Commission's jurisdicition and each year these products are involved in an estimated 30 million injuries and 22,000 deaths
January 30, 1991 Release # 91-034 Petrus Umbrella Stroller Modification Program WASHINGTON, DC - Petrus Imports, Inc. of Framingham, MA today announced it is voluntarily making available to consumers a free modification kit for approximately 100,000 late model Petrus umbrella strollers. Undertaken in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the modification program involves Petrus stroller models 1000, 1100 and 1101 sold nationally by Service Merchandise, Caldor's, Zayre's and Ames. Model numbers are found on the instruction sheet and on a label on the stroller's rear legs. On some model 1101 strollers, the label on the stroller is partly handwritten and reads "1101/PTR." The model 1100 strollers were distributed between November 1987 and December 1988, while the model 1101 strollers were distributed between May 1988 and August 1989. The model 1000 strollers were distributed between November 1987 and June 1988. The seat belts on these models may not restrain properly, and the tube end plugs may come off on strollers manufactured in Taiwan. (See "Date of Manufacture" label for country of orgin.) When a toddler strapped into the stroller leans too far forward, the child may fall forward and possibly strike his head on the ground or on the front of the stroller. The Commission and the firm are aware of six consumer complaints associated with the restraint system, including three minor injuries to young children. One other complaint concerned a loose tube end plug found in a stroller box which could pose a choking hazard to a young child who places the plug in the mouth. No choking incidents have been reported. Consumers should call Petrus Imports, Inc. toll-free at 1-800-752-7740 Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) for a free modification kit. Consumers may also write Petrus Imports, Inc., P.O. Box 967, Framingham, MA 01701, Attn: Ms Stamos. The CPSC is announcing this modification program as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The CPSC is the Federal agency responsible for product safety. Some 15,000 types of products fall within the Commission's jurisdiction and each year these products are involved in an estimated 30 million injuries and 22,000 deaths
January 29, 1991 Release # 91-033 Universal International, Inc. Recalls Bib-To-Bowl Pacifiers WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Universal International, Inc., New Hope, MN is voluntarily recalling approximately 135,000 pacifiers, model numbers 1852045, 1852037 and, 1854645, because of small parts that could pose a fatal asphyxiation hazard to young children. The potentially hazardous pacifiers were initially identified by the Food and Drug Administration. When the CPSC tested pacifier models 1852045 and 1854645 in accordance with regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, each failed to comply with performance or warning label requirements. Universal International, Inc. voluntarily included model number 1852037 in the recall. The pacifiers are plastic and are packaged in a rack cardboard blister pack labeled in part "No. 1852045, 1854645, or 1852037 bib to bowl Sterilized Pacifier *** Birth to 24 Months, Imported by Red Carpet Distribution, Inc., Willowdale, Ontario, M2J 1R4, Made in Hong Kong." The pacifiers were sold in retail stores in Puerto Rico, California, and on the East Coast from May 1989 to June 1990 for approximately $1.00 each. Neither the CPSC nor Universal International, Inc. 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 pacifiers 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 Universal International, Inc. at 1-800-634-8349 or write the firm at 5000 Winnetka Ave., N., New Hope, MN 55428. In Minnesota call 1-800-533-1169. The CPSC's mission is to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The CPSC is the Federal agency responsible for consumer product safety. Some 15,000 different types of products fall within the Commission's jurisdiction and each year these products are involved in an estimated 30 million injuries and 22,000 deaths
December 27, 1990 Release # 91-029 Orthodontic Pacifier Recalled WASHINGTON, DC -- Luv N' Care, Inc., Monroe, LA is voluntarily recalling approximately 16,000 Luv N' Care Orthodontic Pacifiers, Item #G-15. During use the nipples may separate creating a fatal choking hazard to young children. This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The Luv N' Care Orthodontic Pacifier has been found to fail the protrusion test and the nipple integrity test set forth by the CPSC's pacifier requirements. The pacifier is made of plastic with the required two holes and the word "TIDY" embossed on the outside of the shield. The pacifiers come in solid pastel colors of blue, pink, yellow, and white. The pacifiers were sold nationwide beginning in October 1989. Retailers were notified by the firm in October 1990 to stop sale of these pacifiers. Consumers are urged to take these pacifiers 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 Luv N' Care at (318) 388-4916 or write Luv N' Care at 2813 DeSiard Street, Monroe, LA 71201. CPSC is aware of three consumer complaints with no injuries regarding Luv N' Care pacifiers. The CPSC's mission is to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The CPSC is the Federal agency responsible for consumer product safety. Some 15,000 types of products fall within the Commission's jurisdiction and each year these products are involved in an estimated 30 million injuries and 22,000 deaths
CONTACT: October 30, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-166 Halloween Advisory Trick-Or-Treat Erasers Voluntarily Recalled WASHINGTON, D.C. -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lisa Frank, Inc., of Tucson, AZ, has voluntarily elected to recall approximately 200,000 packages of its colorful Halloween Erasers which may pose a choking hazard to small children. These multi-colored Halloween Erasers are sold 15 to a package. The front of the package reads: "Lisa Frank Halloween Erasers, Cool Collectibles." The erasers resemble Halloween items such as pumpkins, skulls, bats and ghosts and because of their bright colors and size could be mistaken for candy. The erasers were imported from Taiwan. While the package is labeled "Not Recommended for Children 4 Years of Age and Under", it was the concern of Lisa Frank, Inc. and CPSC that people handing out the erasers as Trick-or-Treat handouts would given them to small children. The small erasers are not appropriate for younger children. The packages of erasers sold for approximately $1.89 each. This is the second Halloween season the erasers have been distributed nationwide, and neither CPSC nor Lisa Frank, Inc., are aware of any injuries involving this product. It is believed that the erasers would not be given out until the night of Halloween, so this voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Consumers are urged not to use these erasers as Halloween handouts. Consumers may return the product to the store where purchased for a full refund of the purchase price. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Lisa Frank, Inc., at 602-624-1903. CPSC reminds adults to carefully examine any toy or novelty items received by trick-or-treaters under three years of age. Do not allow young children to have any items that are small enough to present a choking hazard or that have small parts or components that could separate during use and present a choking hazard. This reminder is for parents and anyone handing out such items to trick-or-treaters. The CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumers products. The CPSC is the Federal agency responsible for product safety. Some 15,000 products fall within the Commission's jurisdiction and each year these products are involved in an estimated 30 million injuries and 22,000 deaths
October 9, 1990 Release # 90-157 WASHINGTON, DC -- Graco Children's Products, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the New York State Attorney General's Office, reports that certain models of Graco strollers sold before June of 1989 have been associated with six incidents of children's fingertip laceration or amputation and one incident of a fractured thumb. The exposed recline brackets of these strollers may present this type of hazard to children who place their fingers in the mechanism when the seat is raised by the parent or others. Graco strollers designated by the model names Travel-Mate, Stroll-A-Bed, Elite, Brougham, Regency, Regency Ltd. Premier, and Premier Ltd. may be involved if they were manufactured before June 1989. Approximately one million of these strollers are believed to be in use by consumers. Only those strollers with uncovered recline brackets are involved. The retrofit kits are no longer available. All owners of Graco brand strollers are advised to immediately check to see if the recline mechanism on both sides of their stroller is covered. If the mechanism is not covered, please discard or destroy the product.Further information may be obtained by writing Graco Children's Products, Inc., P.O. Box 303, Elverson, PA 19520, or by calling the customer service number at (800-345-4109
September 6, 1990 Release # 90-150 Woolworth Recalls 34,000 "Pom Pom Animals" WASHINGTON, DC -- F.W. Woolworth Corporation of New York, NY is voluntarily recalling 34,000 craft "Pom Pom Pet" Assortments, Item #50303, which it first distributed nationwide in late January 1990 because of small parts that could be fatal to young children. This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The feet and eye components are small parts that could detach and become a choking or aspiration hazard to young children. The craft Pom Pom Assortment consists of two-inch tall fuzzy chickens, rabbits, or ducks packaged two per plastic bag. The label on the package states "D/173 C/561 SKU 86442 Distributed by F. W. Woolworth Co. New York, N.Y. 10279 Made in Taiwan" and sold for 99 cents per bag. Consumers should take the item from young children immediately and return them to the Woolworth store where purchased for a refund. CPSC discovered these potentially hazardous toys during a joint import surveillance program with the U.S. Customs Service in New Orleans. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries or complaints involving these toy animals. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury
CONTACT: September 6, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-151 E. Fomil and Sons, Inc. Recalls Eight Toys WASHINGTON, DC -- E. Fomil and Sons, Inc. of Burlingame, CA is voluntarily recalling eight different toys which were manufactured in Hong Kong in 1989. All of the toys fail the small parts requirements and are being recalled because they pose a fatal choking hazard to young children. This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 88,752 of these toys were sold in retail stores nationwide from January 1, 1989 through March 31, 1990 at prices ranging from $.59 to $2.00 each.Baby Alice #20989 This toy consists of a seven-inch baby doll wearing a crochet hat and dress in either pink, blue and white; or yellow, blue and white. The doll is also wearing white tights and comes with a two and one-half inch bottle. The doll's arms detach easily and can cause choking in young children.Baby Linda #21173 and Comfy Karen #21282These toys consist of a six and one-half inch bald baby doll wrapped in a pastel colored blanket. A two and one-half inch tall white baby bottle is also included. The doll's arms detach easily and can cause choking in young children.Fun Time Baby Bottle #21153 and Nursing Bottles #21132These toy baby bottles are approximately three and one-half inches tall and come two or three to a package. These see- through plastic baby bottles have rubber nipples and red nipple collars. The nipple and nipple collar detach easily and can cause choking in young children.Princess Telephone Toys #20930 This toy consists of a four and one-half inch plastic princess style telephone which comes two to a package in a variety of colors. A decal is attached to the middle of each dial. The telephone dials break easily creating a choking hazard to young children.Work Trucks #1908 This toy consists of four plastic trucks each four inches long. Each package contains a dump truck, a flatbed truck, a truck marked "Shell" and a truck marked "Sea Land." The trucks are two-tone in a variety of colors. The small axles and wheels come off easily creating a choking hazard to young children.Car Transport Vehicle #42124 This toy consists of a seven and one half-inch car transporter being pulled by a truck. The set comes with a pair of two and one-half inch cars which have racing decals on the hood. The small axles and wheels detach easily creating a choking hazard to young children.Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these products. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous toys were identifed by CPSC during an inspection to determine compliance with the Commission's toy safety regulations. 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 E. Fomil and Sons, Inc. directly at 1-800-248-8697
September 6, 1990 Release # 90-149 McCrory Stores, Inc. Recalls Toy Car Because Of Choking Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- McCrory Stores, Inc. of York, PA is voluntarily recalling approximately 3,800 "Spring N' Bounce Car" toys, items #8941 and 8941S, because of small parts which could detach and become a choking hazard to young children. This recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The "Spring N' Bounce" is a plastic friction powered toy car with one of several spring-supported monster head figures located in the driver's seat. Each assortment comes with individual playing features such as a clicking hammer and bouncing hood. Item #8941S also comes with a pencil sharpener. The cars are approximately four inches long and two inches wide and come in a variety of colors. When tested by the CPSC in accordance with regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, the car wheels, hood, windshield frame and a hammer located on one of the varieties of this toy separated from the toy posing a choking hazard. The Spring N' Bounce car was imported from China and sold nationwide between August 1, 1989 and January 5, 1990 by Bargain Time, Britts, Elmore, McCrory, H.L. Green, Kress, McClellan, T.G.andY., Silver Kittinger, Newberry Stores, G.C. Murphy and some independent variety stores. The toy cars carried a suggested retail price of $2.49 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 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 McCrory Corporation toll-free at 1-800-284-3704. CPSC learned about the potentially hazardous toys from the U.S. Public Interest Research Group this past holiday season
August 27, 1990 Release # 90-142 WASHINGTON, DC -- Approximately 1,400 Sunbeam Mixmaster stand mixers produced in the first quarter of 1990 are being voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer, Sunbeam Appliance Company of Milwaukee, WI, because they may present a risk of severe electric shock. The recall which is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) involves two newly-introduced models of stand mixers, the 01930 and the 01940. Both of these mixers have chrome-plated housings. These mixers were distributed nationwide from February through April of this year. No other models are included in this recall. Consumers who purchased a Sunbeam stand mixer this year can determine is they have an affected model by looking for the model number and the date code on the nameplate located between the beater openings on the underside of the mixer housing. The model numbers affected are 01940 [Service No. 1-94BZ] and 01930 [Service No. 1-93BY]. The only mixers affected are those with date codes of: JPD, JPE, FPB, FPC, MPA, MPB, and MPC. The words "Sunbeam Appliance Company," also appear on the nameplate. If you have one of these mixers you should stop using it immediately and contact Sunbeam. Motors and other electrical components, through shipping, use or handling, may shift and contact the inside of the chrome-plated mixer housing, which could create a risk of severe electric shock to the user. Even though no consumers have reported electric shocks from using these mixers, Sunbeam recognized the possible severity of any electric shock and reported this potential hazard to the CPSC. Sunbeam has a toll-free telephone number, 1-800-458-8407, to assist consumers in determining if they have a mixer that should be returned. The number is in operation from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Consumers who have affected mixers will be sent a pre-addressed, pre-stamped box in which to return the motor/housing of their mixer. Sunbeam will provide a replacement unit free of charge
Automatic Drip Coffeemakers Recalled by Proctor-Silex NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: August 23, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-139 Proctor-Silex Voluntarily Recalls Certain Automatic Drip Coffeemakers Made In 1985/86 That May Pose Fire Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Proctor-Silex, Inc. today announced the voluntary recall of certain discontinued Proctor-Silex, Sears and J.C. Penney brand automatic drip coffeemaker models manufactured in 1985/86 which present a potential fire hazard. The recall includes certain Proctor-Silex coffeemakers with model numbers that begin with A4 or A5 and series numbers that end with 58 or 68. Recalled Sears Counter Craft and Sears Kenmore coffeemakers are models 360.480293 and 360.480272 (last digit may vary). Recalled J.C. Penney coffeemakers have the model number 784-2178H (or G) and a "C" number ending in 58 or 68. (See step-by-step instructions and full listings attached.) Coffeemakers manufactured after 1985 with model numbers beginning with A6 are not being recalled. Owners of these coffeemakers should call a toll-free number, 1-800-341-3333, to determine whether their coffemakers are included in the recall, and to get instructions on how to return them and to obtain reimbursement for shipping. The recalled coffeemakers are not repairable, and owners should unplug and stop using them immediately. Proctor-Silex will send each owner a new coffeemaker free of charge. Consumers are being asked to check the automatic drip coffeemakers at their place of work, as well as at home, to see if they have been recalled. The company believes that thermostats and thermal fuses purchased by Proctor-Silex for use in the coffeemaker may both malfunction causing overheating and a potential fire hazard. Proctor-Silex has received approximately 181 reports that their coffeemakers caught fire, including a number with property damage and a report of one minor burn injury that occurred when an owner attempted to pick up an overheated unit. Proctor-Silex estimates that approximately 800,000 of these coffeemakers are still in use. Owners of other Proctor-Silex, Sears Counter Craft, Sears Kenmore and J.C. Penney coffeemakers, which are not being recalled, should not call the 800 number. The lines need to be kept open for the owners of the recalled coffeemakers. Grocery stores nationwide and retail outlets who sold these coffeemakers have been provided detailed information available to consumers to assist them in the identification of the recalled units.
CONTACT: August 21, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-146 Certain Virco Stack Chairs May Collapse WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Virco Mfg. Corporation of Los Angeles, CA, today voluntarily announced a recall of its 890 Series upholstered stack chairs manufactured between June 29, 1989 and May 3, 1990. These chairs are being recalled because of possible structural flaws in the frames that may cause the legs to collapse. Virco informed the CPSC that a design change in June 1989 resulted in the distribution of approximately 535,000 chairs that may bend excessively during use causing the user to fall to the floor. The firm is aware of 30 incidents of chair leg failure. At least two incidents resulted in personal injuries, one of which was a knee injury. Chairs involved in the recall have square tubular metal frames with upholstered seats and backs. They are used in homes, restaurants, business offices, churches and other institutions. Virco will replace all defective chair frames with new, redesigned frames from the factory. To determine whether a particular frame is subject to recall, consumers and institutions should contact either the company from which it was purchased, or call the Virco Mfg. Corp. at 1-800-44VIRCO. The firm will provide literature with drawings and other specific information to aid in identification
August 20, 1990 Release # 90-144 Plastic Decals On Delta Baby Walker Present A Choking Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and the New York State Attorney General's Office, Delta Enterprise Corporation is asking owners of Delta Luv Pop-Corn Baby Walkers, to immediately check, pull off and discard plastic and plastic-coated labels and decals from their walkers. The walkers have been associated with five incidents of choking. All five incidents occurred when children pulled off the decals found on the plastic toy dials on the walker trays and placed them in their mouths. The six colorful round decals, which measure about 1-1/2 inches in diameter, should be immediately removed if they can be easily dislodged. Labels that are firmly affixed at present should be checked periodically and removed if they become loose. Adults should also remove the plastic coated "Delta Luv" label with surrounding stripes found on the front of the tray. No complaints have been received about these labels. Approximately 100,000 of the walkers have been sold nationwide since 1984. The paper warning label located under the tray should not be removed. Any questions regarding this notice should be addressed to Delta Enterprise Corporation, 49 Junius Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11212. The company can also be reached on 718-385-1000 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and midnight Eastern Time
CONTACT: August 16, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-141 Child Electrocuted Floor Lamps Recalled WASHINGTON, DC -- The Coaster Company of America, headquartered in Sante Fe Springs, CA, is voluntarily recalling some 1,900 brass floor lamps because of a possible electrocution hazard. This hazard may be present even though the lamp switch is in the "off" position. Brass floor lamp models 2607, 2618 and 2620 sold nationwide since January 1987 are being recalled. They sold for about $50 each. All lamps feature three metal support legs bolted to a metal central post by metal screws or bolts. - Model 2607 features a single light socket atop the center post and three planter supports at the ends of the U- shaped support legs. - Model 2618 features a triple light socket and planter supports at the ends of the support legs. - Model 2620 features a glass tea table which rests atop three C-shaped metal support legs bolted to the central post. The company said certain screws holding the legs to the lamp's center post may be too long and could pierce the power cord insulation, energizing the entire brass frame. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has learned that one child was electrocuted in Alaska. Consumers with any of the lamps should immediately unplug them from electrical outlets and return the product to the store where purchased for a full refund of the purchase price. Consumers may also call Coaster Company of America at 1-800-221-9699 for additional information about the recall; California residents should call 213-944-7899
August 14, 1990 Release # 90-138 WASHINGTON, DC -- Bianchi, USA, Inc. of San Francisco, CA, is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,600 "Randonneur" bicycles which may have defective front forks. The fork could crack and break at the junction of the crown and blade resulting in a fall to the riders. The recall is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Randonneur bicycles were sold nationwide from January 1982 to June 1984. CPSC and Bianchi, USA have learned of three incidents where front forks broke and riders were thrown to the ground suffering broken bones. Consumers with Randonneur bicycles are urged to contact their nearest Bianchi dealer or call Bianchi at (510) 264-1001 to learn if their bicycle is subject to the recall; new forks will be provided at no charge to the consumer. You can identify your model year by inspecting the fork crown to see if it has a "B" on it. Only Randonneur bicycles without a "B" are subject to this recall
New York Importer Announces Refund Program For "Funny Clown" Dressing Doll NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: July 31, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-133 New York Importer Announces Refund Program For "Funny Clown" Dressing Doll WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Brightly colored toy clown dolls, marketed as the "Funny Clown" or "Dress-Me Clown," are the subject of a safety warning/recall program by JSNY of New York, NY because they contain small parts that present a choking risk to children under the age of three. The refund program is being conducted in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Over 250,000 clown dolls were sold by mail order catalogue and by retailers nationwide from 1986 to 1989 at a cost of about $5.00. Clothed primarily in red, blue and yellow, this doll has yellow string hair, a clown's cap and is about 13 inches long. It also has a snap, button, zipper, buckle and shoe laces intended to introduce children to various dressing functions. The doll may be identified by a cloth tag sewn onto the doll's cap that say: "JSNY." While the dolls were advertised and age labelled for children over age three, they may be used by children under three. The Commission has tested the dolls and found that the button, buckle and zipper are small parts that present a choking, ingestion, and aspiration hazard to children under three. To date, no injuries have been reported. Consumers owning a JSNY Funny Clown dress up doll which is being used by a child under age three should immediately take it away from the child and may arrange for a refund by phoning the company at its toll-free number, 1-800-841-1007, or its office number, 212-989-7591.
July 27, 1990 Release # 90-132 Kolcraft Car Seat Repair Program WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kolcraft Enterprises Inc. of Chicago, IL, is voluntarily undertaking a program to correct a safety related defect involving potentially defective plastic clips used in children's and infant car seats it manufactures. The clips attaching the padding on the car seats may break or be pulled off which could present a small parts choking hazard to young children. The seats involved are Dial-A-Fit, Perfect Fit, and Rock 'n' Ride. Approximately 1.5 million car seats were sold nationwide for $45.00 to $75.00 each. Consumers having Dial-A-Fit or Perfect Fit seats should call Kolcraft to obtain new clips and instructions for proper replacement for the side upholstery assembly. Consumers may call Kolcraft at 1-800-453-7673 or write to Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc. at 3455 West 31st Place, Chicago, Illinois 60623. Consumers having Rock 'n' Ride seats should immediately inspect their car seats to see if the clips are loose, brittle, broken, or missing. Consumers should call Kolcraft at 1-800-453-7673 to receive a set of new clips and instructions for proper replacement of the clips. CPSC learned of this problem from a consumer complaint involving broken clips on the Rock 'n' Ride car seat. Neither CPSC or Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc. is aware of any injuries associated with these car seats. NOTE: To report a defect in a motor vehicle or items of motor vehicle equipment, including child safety seats, consumers may call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration toll free Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393. In the Washington, DC area call 366-0123. The toll free TTY number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-424-9153 (755-8919 in the Washington, DC area). Consumers can also obtain information on safety recalls and investigations, and request literature or a variety of safety topics
Builders Square Recalling "Bay Breeze" Ceiling Fans NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: July 25, 1990 (301) 504-7908 Release # 90-130 Builders Square Recalling "Bay Breeze" Ceiling Fans WASHINGTON, DC -- Builders Square, Inc., of San Antonio, TX, is voluntarily recalling some 10,000 52-inch "Bay Breeze" ceiling fans sold from October 1989 to May 7, 1990, because the rotating blades could separate from the motor assembly. "Bay Breeze" ceiling fans being recalled are: Model TC52BC5B(L), a five-blade black-and-chrome fan with four lights which sold for $79; Model CH52GB4B(L), a four-blade crystal-and-brass fan with four lights which sold for $79; Model GL52WH5B (L), a five-blade white-and-brass fan with one light which sold for $84; Model GL52BK5B (L), a five-blade black-and-brass fan with one light which sold for $84; Model 52DUV4SPBB, a five-blade black-and-chrome fan with four lights which sold for $79; Model 52DUV/CR, a four-blade crystal-and-brass fan with four lights which sold for $79; Model 52DUV3PVWH, a five-blade white-and-brass fan with one light which sold for $84; Model 52DUV3PVBLK, a five-blade black-and-brass fan with one light which sold for $84. Builders Square said these ceiling fans are equipped with metal fan blade bracket holders which may break, allowing the blade to separate from the motor while the fan is in use. Builders Square, Inc. learned of these defective fans from seven customer complaints, involving one minor injury, which the firm reported to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. While some 27,000 ceiling fans were imported from China, only 10,200 fans were sold to consumers. Consumers having any of these "Bay Breeze" ceiling fans should discontinue using the fan and return it to any Builders Square store for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers may call the company toll-free at 1-800-634-5949 for additional information about the recall.