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All product recalls affecting New York.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with New York in the distribution area.
Chaise Lounge Chairs Recall by Tropitone NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:Ken Giles June 3, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-137 CPSC and Tropitone Announce Recall of Chaise Lounge Chairs WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tropitone Furniture Co. Inc. of Irvine, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 53,200 chaise lounge chairs with nylon ratchets. The nylon ratchets, which control the headrest's height, can break after repeated use, causing the headrest to collapse. Consumers can be injured if they reach behind the headrest to adjust its height and place their fingers between the headrest frame and the chaise bed. If the nylon ratchets are broken, the headrest can forcefully collapse trapping and injuring fingers. Tropitone is aware of more than 100 reports of the headrest collapsing, resulting in finger injuries including pinches, lacerations, fractures, separations, and amputations of finger tips. One neck and back injury was also reported. The chaise lounge chairs involved in this recall are marketed under the following model names and numbers. Model Name Model No. Date Manufactured Dimensions (width x length x height) TropiKai 935 935HYA 1985-1991 1991-April 1992 24" x 77.5" x 41.5" Verrazano 4332 1987-1992 27.5" x 78.5" x 39.75" Cotillion 4032 1986-1987 29" x 81.75" x 42" Cayman 5932 1989-April 1992 27.5" x 80" x 44" Colony 4932 1987-1991 29.75" x 80" x 42" Seychelle 4432 1986-April 1992 25" x 79" x 40" The chaise lounge chairs have an aluminum frame with vinyl straps covering the frame. The frame and straps are available in a variety of colors. "Tropitone" and the manufacturing date are printed on a label on the underside of the chaise lounge chair. There are no other identification marks on the chaise lounge chair. Specialty furniture stores nationwide sold the chaise lounge chairs to consumers from 1985 through 1993 for about $300 to $400. Most chaise lounge chairs were sold to commercial customers including hotels, motels, resorts, clubs, and apartment, condominium, or other home owner associations. Consumers should stop using the Tropitone chaise lounge chairs with the nylon ratchet assemblies immediately and contact Tropitone at (800) 654-7000, extension 4099 for information about receiving a new chaise lounge chair. Commercial customers should call the toll-free number or contact their sales representatives for applicable recall information. Tropitone chaise lounge chairs with aluminum ratchets are not involved in this recall.
Girls' Dresses Recall by Levi Strauss & Co. NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:Ken Giles June 2, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-135 CPSC, Levi Strauss & Co. Announce Recall of Girls' Dresses WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Levi Strauss & Co. of San Francisco, Calif., is recalling more than 86,000 Levi's brand girls' dresses. The dresses' snaps can become detached, presenting a choking hazard to young children. Levi Strauss & Co. is aware of one report of several snaps becoming detached from a dress. No injuries have been reported. There are three styles of Levi's brand dresses being recalled, ranging in sizes 2T through 6X. There are simulated pearl snaps on the front of the dresses. Each dress has a sewn-in label at the neck that reads in part, "LEVI'S ...100% COTTON...MADE IN INDONESIA..." The back of this label displays the product code and care instructions. Style Color Product Code Short Sleeve Western Dress Stonebleach and pink 39219-0608 39219-2281 39619-0608 39619-2281 Long Sleeve Western Dress Stonebleach, pink, and multi-colored floral 39220-0608 39220-1318 39220-1718 39620-0608 39620-1318 39620-1781 Long Sleeve Plaid Blocked Dress Stonebleach and pink/indigo plaid 39218-0688 39618-0688 Department stores nationwide, including Macy's, Mervyn's, and J.C. Penney, sold the dresses from April 1996 through February 1997 for about $25. Consumers should stop using these dresses immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Levi Strauss & Co. at (800) USA-LEVI between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m PDT Monday through Friday. Consumers may also write to the company at Levi's Plaza, P.O. Box 7215, San Francisco, Calif. 94120.
Extension Cords Recall by General Cable NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles May 29, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-132 CPSC, General Cable Corp. Announce Recall of Extension Cords WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), General Cable Corp. of Highland Heights, Ky., is recalling more than 2,700 outdoor extension cords sold under the Carol and Ace brand names. An exposed wire near the receptacle end of the cord presents a shock hazard to consumers. CPSC and General Cable Corp. are not aware of any injuries involving these extension cords. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The Carol brand extension cords have orange, yellow, green, blue, or beige cords. Plugs and receptacles either match the cord or are black. The cord has three receptacles at one end, where the markings "CAROL" and "W-8" are imprinted. The cord is available in lengths ranging from 2 to 100 feet. The cord is packaged in a cardboard wrapper that reads in part, "CAROL...POWR-CENTER ...Outdoor Cord...Made in USA." The cord is UL listed. The Ace brand extension cords have orange cords and black plugs and receptacles. The cord has three receptacles at one end, where the marking "W-8" is imprinted. "ACE" may also appear on the receptacle. The cord is available in the following lengths: 2, 10, 50, or 100 feet. The cord is packaged in a cardboard wrapper that reads in part, "ACE Outdoor 3 Outlet Power Center...Manufactured in USA for ACE." The cord is UL listed. Hardware stores, home centers, and electrical distributors nationwide sold the extension cords from April 1997 through May 1997 for about $6 to $90, depending on the length and gauge of the cord. Consumers should stop using these extension cords immediately and return them to the store where purchased to receive a full refund. Consumers can also receive a refund by calling General Cable Corp. toll-free at (888) 594-2600 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. EDT Monday through Friday or writing to the company at Dept. 1R, Tesseneer Drive, Highland Heights, Ky. 41076-9753.
Power Strip Surge Protectors Recall by MBR Industries NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles May 28, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-131 CPSC, MBR Industries Inc. Announce Recall of Power Strip Surge Protectors WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), MBR Industries Inc. of Miami, Fla., is recalling about 2,970 power strip surge protectors. The surge protectors have undersized and loose wires, loose connections, and improper grounding, which present fire, shock, and electrocution hazards. CPSC and MBR are not aware of any injuries involving these surge protectors. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The surge protector has six black outlets. There is no labeling on the surge protector or the electrical cord, but it is made of a beige-colored metal with a red power switch and a black reset button. The electrical cord is black. The surge protector is packaged in a cardboard box labeled in part, "SURGE PROTECTOR...Surge Suppressor...NC NEW CHAMPION By Pomtrex...ITEM NC-12862...MADE IN CHINA FOR MBR INDUSTRIES INC." Independent discount, hardware, and variety stores in the East, mostly in Florida and New York, sold the surge protectors from December 1996 through February 1997 for about $4. Consumers should stop using the recalled surge protectors immediately and return them to the stores where purchased for a full refund. For more information, consumers should call MBR at (800) 325-0015.
Infants' Garments Recall by Little Laura of California NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Nychelle White May 28, 1997 (301) 504-7063 Release # 97-130 CPSC, Little Laura of California Inc. Announce Recall of Infants' Garments WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Little Laura of California Inc. of Los Angeles, Calif., is recalling about 2,000 Sweet Suzana brand infants' shirt-and-pant sets. The shirts have tulip-shaped buttons that can break apart, presenting a choking hazard to young children. CPSC and Little Laura of California Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these garments. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The shirt-and-pant set is available in sizes 12, 18, and 24 months. The set includes a white and pink checked pant and a white short sleeve shirt with a white and pink checked collar. The front of the shirt is decorated with pink and green vinyl tulip appliqués and pink and green tulip buttons. The shirt has two sewn-in labels at the neck. One label reads in part, "50% cotton...50% polyester...RN#41601...MADE IN U.S.A." The other label displays the "Sweet Suzana" trademark. Kids R Us stores nationwide sold the garments from January 1997 through March 1997 for about $14. Consumers should stop using these garments immediately and return them to the nearest Kids R Us store for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Little Laura of California Inc. at (800) 213-1994, extension 233. The number is operational 24 hours a day.
Pencil Recall by Papel Freelance NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles May 22, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-129 CPSC, Papel Freelance Inc. Announce Recall WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Papel Freelance Inc. of Cranbury, N.J., is recalling about 28,000 pencils that have miniature pacifiers where erasers are normally found. These miniature pacifiers detach very easily from the pencils, presenting a choking hazard to young children. CPSC and Papel Freelance Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these pencils. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The wooden pencils, measuring 7 inches long, are available in pink and blue. The words "PAPEL/FREELANCE Taiwan" are printed on the side of the pencils. The pencils have miniature pacifiers where erasers are normally found. The pacifiers, measuring about 1.5 inches wide, are mostly cream in color. Various retail stores nationwide, including Winn Dixie and Hallmark, sold the pencils from September 1996 through April 1997 for about $2. Consumers should take these pencils away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Papel Freelance Inc. at (800) 634-8384. CPSC learned of this problem from the State of Connecticut's Department of Consumer Protection.
Toy Police Cars Recalled by Fisher-Price NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Phone number change. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:Ken Giles Originally issued May 19, 1997; Revised October 29, 2002 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-124 CPSC, Fisher-Price Announce Recall of Toy Police Cars WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Fisher-Price Inc. of East Aurora, N.Y., is voluntarily recalling about 17,000 toy police cars sold since February 1997. The back of some cars could crack and break apart, presenting a potential choking hazard to young children. CPSC and Fisher-Price Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these toy cars. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The police car is part of the Little People Roadside RescueTM vehicle set. The set includes one white and blue police car; one yellow tow truck; one red passenger car; three figures including an auto mechanic, a police officer, and a driver; two orange traffic cones; one red stop sign; and one yellow yield sign. The police car is made of plastic. The upper part of the car is white and the lower part of the car is blue. There are blue star cutouts on both sides of the car. The car has black wheels. The police car is the only toy in the set involved in the recall. The vehicle set is packaged in a cardboard box labeled in part, "Fisher-Price Little People Roadside RescueTM...Ages 1 1/2 - 5 yrs...72394." The vehicle set is visible through a plastic window on the box. Major toy stores and mass merchandise outlets nationwide have sold the vehicle set since February 1997 for about $8. Consumers who have purchased the vehicle set since February 1997 should take the police car away from young children immediately and call Fisher-Price toll-free at 800-233-4004. Consumers will receive a replacement vehicle free of charge.
Stationary Entertainers Recall/Repair by Graco NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: telephone number change FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Originally issued May 19, 1997, Revised July 31, 2002 Release # 97-126 CONTACT:Ken Giles: (301) 504-7052 CPSC, Graco Announce Recall to Repair Seat Rings on Stationary Entertainers WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Graco Children's Products Inc. of Elverson, Pa., is providing a free replacement seat ring for about 63,000 Graco stationary entertainers made prior to March 1996. The white plastic seat rings on the stationary entertainers have sharp edges that can cut or scratch a child's legs during use. Graco has received more than 400 reports of children's legs being cut, scratched, or scraped, usually as the child was lifted from the seat. Graco will send consumers a repair kit, consisting of a replacement seat ring and installation instructions. Graco stationary entertainers made prior to March 1996 can be identified by their white plastic seat rings. The Graco stationary entertainer has a plastic tray, measuring 27 inches across, supported by three adjustable legs. The chair, which sits in the center of the unit, swivels around so that the child can play with the toys attached to the tray. The white plastic seat ring is located under the padded seat cover. The Graco stationary entertainers were sold nationwide in juvenile products and discount stores beginning in November 1995 for about $59 to $69. Consumers should stop using the stationary entertainers and call Graco immediately at (800) 345-4109 for a free replacement seat ring and installation instructions or write to Customer Affairs, Graco Children's Products Inc., P.O. Box 100, Elverson, Pa. 19520. Graco stationary entertainers with yellow plastic seat rings are not involved in this recall.
Heart Shaped Necklaces Recalled by Charming Shoppes NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Nychelle White May 12, 1997 (301) 504-7063 Release # 97-120 CPSC, Charming Shoppes Inc. Announce Recall of Necklaces WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Charming Shoppes Inc. of Bensalem, Penn., is voluntarily recalling about 4,800 metallic heart-shaped medallion necklaces that contain high levels of lead. CPSC regulations ban children's products containing high levels of lead due to the risk of lead poisoning resulting from contact with these products. Young children might get lead on their hands and then put their hands in their mouth or swallow lead directly from the necklace. Charming Shoppes Inc. has not received any reports of illness or injury. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The necklaces are included as an accessory with a blouse- and-pant set. The necklaces have a heart-shaped silver-colored medallion on a dark blue string. The medallion is embossed with daisies. The necklace, including the medallion, is 14 1/2 inches in length. The pant-and-blouse set is a pink heart print available in sizes 4 through 6X. The clothing and necklace sets were sold nationwide through Fashion Bug stores from October 1996 through January 1997 for about $15 to $20. Consumers should take these necklaces away from young children immediately and return the necklaces to any Fashion Bug store for a replacement lead-free necklace. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Charming Shoppes Inc. at (800) 478-2918.
Metal Cribs Recalled by Coaster Company of America NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles May 15,1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-125 CPSC, Coaster Company of America Inc. Announce Recall of Baby Cribs WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Coaster Company of America Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, Calif., is recalling 1,856 full-size metal baby cribs. There are two models of cribs being recalled. The cribs pose entrapment or choking hazards to babies that could lead to serious injury or death. CPSC and Coaster Company of America Inc. are not aware of any injuries involving these cribs. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. Coaster Company of America Inc. is recalling 912 full-size white metal cribs (item no. 2364). Some of these cribs have slat spacing greater than 2-3/8 inches and all of these cribs have scrolls along the top of the crib. Babies could be strangled if their heads become entrapped between the slats. In addition, babies could be seriously injured or strangled if their clothing gets caught on the scrolls or if their limbs get caught in the spaces around the scrolls. Finally, the plastic end caps covering the ends of each scroll could separate, presenting a small parts choking hazard to babies. The cribs are on wheels and are made of metal with a white enamel finish. Plastic gold end caps cover the ends of each scroll. There are two or three stickers on the end of the mattress support. The orange sticker is labeled in part, "Warning: Failure to follow these warnings and the assembly instructions could result in injury or death..." The yellow sticker is labeled in part, "Warning: Any mattress used in this crib must be at least 17 1/4 inches...by 51 5/8 inches...with a thickness not exceeding 6 inches..." Some cribs have an additional white sticker that is labeled in part, "Coaster Co. of America...Los Angeles, CA...Item No. 2364...Made in Mexico..." The crib is packaged in a cardboard box. Assembly is required. Coaster Company of America Inc. is also recalling 944 full-size white metal cribs (item no. 2368). These cribs have slat spacing greater than 2-3/8 inches and a side rail latching device that could be accidentally activated by a baby. Babies could be strangled if their heads become entrapped between the slats. In addition, babies could be seriously injured if they accidentally activate the side rail latching device and become trapped or fall out of the crib. The cribs are on wheels and are made of metal with a white enamel finish. There is a small silver sticker on the end rail that is labeled in part, "Coaster Co. of America...Santa Fe Springs, CA...Made in Taiwan..." The crib may not have a model number on it or other labeling information. The crib is packaged in a cardboard box. Assembly is required. Both models of cribs were sold by small independent retail stores nationwide, including furniture, mattress, baby, gift, and appliance stores, for about $169 to $199. The crib with scrolls (item no. 2364) was sold from June 1996 through April 1997. The crib without scrolls (item no. 2368) was sold from January 1995 through December 1996. Consumers should stop using the cribs immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or replacement. For more information, consumers should call Coaster Company of America Inc. at (800) 221-9699, extension 157 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST Monday through Friday. Consumers and the media can contact Jesús Chaírez at (214) 827-6239 for Spanish language services or to obtain a copy of this press release in Spanish.
Wok Sets Recalled by Pier 1 Imports NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles May 15, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-123 CPSC, Pier 1 Imports Announce Recall of Wok Sets WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pier 1 Imports of Fort Worth, Texas, is recalling about 7,680 wok sets. The wok's support ring stand has extremely sharp edges, presenting a laceration hazard. CPSC is aware of one report of a consumer receiving a deep finger cut from the stand's edge. This recall involves large and small wok sets. There is no labeling on either the large or small wok set. The large 6-piece wok set includes a 13-inch diameter aluminum lid, a steel body, a steel support ring stand with nine circular cutouts, a wire steamer rack, a stainless steel turner with wooden handle, and one pair of chopsticks. The small 5-piece wok set includes a 9-inch diameter aluminum lid, a steel body, a steel support ring stand with five circular cutouts, a wire steamer rack, and a frying rack. Both wok sets are packaged in cardboard boxes with a drawing of the wok set on the box. The large wok set's box is labeled in part, "SIX PIECE WOK SET...The Market at Pier 1...Contents made in Taiwan...SKU#119-5649." The small wok set's box is labeled in part, "MINI WOK SET...The Market at Pier 1...Contents made in Taiwan...SKU#119-5651." Pier 1 Imports stores nationwide sold the wok sets from April 1993 through April 1997. The wok sets initially sold for about $35 (large) and $25 (small) and were reduced to the clearance price of about $13 (large) and $9 (small). Consumers should stop using the wok sets immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or store credit. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Pier 1 Imports at (800) 245-4595 between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m CST Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, or 12 p.m. and 7 p.m Sunday.
Garments Recalled 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 May 14, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-121 CPSC and Levi Strauss & Co. Announce Recall of Garments Made From a Flammable Fleece Fabric WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Levi Strauss & Co. of San Francisco, Calif., is announcing the recall of approximately 57,000 fleece fabric shirts. The fabric is a cotton-polyester blend material with a raised fiber surface. Its fleecy texture closely resembles that of an inside-out sweatshirt. This fabric is often called sherpa. Levi Strauss & Co. is recalling over 34,000 Levi's Jeans for Women junior-sized sweatshirts. Most of these garments were found to be dangerously flammable. The fabric in the garments fails to meet federal mandatory standards for fabric flammability and 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 and Levi Strauss & Co. are not aware of any injuries involving these shirts. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The Levi's Jeans for Women junior-sized sweatshirts come in two styles: a sleeveless, pullover vest with drawstring hood and center embroidery (product code 55930), and a long sleeve, crew neck sweatshirt with a center embroidery (product code 55956). The product codes can be found on the inside of the garment on the care label. The shirts come in sizes small, medium, and large and in a variety of colors, including black, olive, white, red, purple, and Caribbean blue. The garments have a sewn-in label that reads, "Levi's Jeans for Women... Made in Korea...82% cotton/18% polyester...WPL 423." The garments were sold nationwide at retailers, such as J.C. Penney, Levi's Only Store, and Levi's Outlet by Designs. Garments were sold from October 1996 to February 1997 for a retail-established price of about $30. Levi Strauss & Co. is also voluntarily recalling about 23,000 similar sweatshirts, which may fail the federal mandatory standards for fabric flammability. These shirts were sold under the Dockers Khakis for Women label and the Dockers Authentics for Men label. Levi Strauss & Co. is aware of one incident of a shirt reportedly flaring up when exposed to a flame, but no injuries resulted. There are three styles of women's petites and misses reverse fleece Dockers Khakis for Women garments including, vests (product codes 53601 and 54601), cardigans (product codes 53604 and 54604), and pullovers (product codes 53605 and 54605). These garments come in small, medium, and large and in a variety of colors, including ink, oatmeal heather, black, red, and natural. There is one style of the men's reverse fleece Dockers Authentics for Men garment, which is a shirt that laces up the front (product code 67191). This garment is navy in color and comes in small, medium, large, and extra large. The product codes can be found on the inside of the garment on the care label. The garments have a sewn-in label that reads either "Dockers Khakis for Women" or "Dockers Authentics for Men", and "Made in Korea...80% cotton/20% polyester...WPL 423." The garments were sold nationwide at retailers, such as J.C. Penney. Garments were sold from August 1995 to February 1997 for a retail-established price of about $25 to $35. 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 Levi Strauss & Co. garments. For more information, consumers can call Levi Strauss & Co. toll-free at 1-800-USA-LEVI, or write to the company at Levi's Plaza, P.O
Go-Karts Recalled by 6 Manufacturers NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 Note: Two of the participating firms are out of business; new phone number for one firm. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles Originally issued May 6, 1997, Last Revised January 5, 2007 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-118 CPSC Announces Recall of Additional Go-Karts WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), six go-kart manufacturers are recalling for repair over 122,000 go-karts with exposed rear axles. Riders can be seriously injured or killed if their long hair or clothing becomes entangled in the rotating rear axle. Since July 1996, CPSC and two manufacturers have announced recalls for repair of about 305,000 go-karts with this entanglement hazard. The manufacturers participating in this recall have identified other go-karts with this same hazard. Since July 1996, CPSC has received reports of one child who died and two children who were seriously injured in go-karts. The go-karts involved in these incidents were recalled by another manufacturer last year. CPSC has also received one report in which an adult alleges that she was seriously injured when her hair became entangled in the rotating rear axle of a T&D Metal Products go-kart. The one- and two-seat go-karts are powered by gasoline engines. All go-karts with an exposed rear axle are involved in this repair program. To determine whether the rear axle is exposed, consumers should stand behind the go-kart, with the engine off, and push the go-kart by hand. If consumers can see the axle connecting the two rear wheels rotating, the go-kart is subject to this repair program. The manufacturers listed below are participating in this repair program to improve the safety of these go-karts. Manufacturer Brand Labels Model and Serial Numbers Quantity Avenger Inc. 400 Horseshoe Lake Rd. Monroe, LA 71203 Firm out of business Yellow Jacket Model Number: SST 83 Bob's Kart Shop Route 2, Box 30 Sheridan, IL 60551 Collect (815) 496-2820 Grasshoper, T.C. Go-Fur, and Ground Hawg 7,000 Kartco Inc. P.O. Box 110 Sebastopol, MS 39359 (800) 621-2789 Kartco and Roadboss Model Number: 445 750 Ken-Bar Mfg. P.O. Box 569 Cornelia, GA (800) 241-3557 Streaker, Sand Dog, Salute to America, Scorpion, and Mud Hog Model Numbers: DD7, DD8, D680, D710, D720, D780, D790, D810, D840, S465, SC7, STA8, STA9, and SD11 Serial Numbers: 001 to 100000 75,000 Minat Inc. 115 East Front St. Annawan, IL 61234 Firm out of business U.S. Eagle Series Model Numbers: Eagle I and Eagle II 200 T&D Metal Products P.O. Box 73 Watseka, IL 60970 (888) 527-7787 Klipper Karts, ProKart, Pathwinder, Kool Kart Campout, and Bird Mfg Serial Numbers: EM001 to EM029 and 0030 to 39126 39,000 Outdoor power equipment, specialty, lawn and garden, hardware, furniture, motorcycle, and department stores, as well as Harbor Freight mail order catalogue, sold these go-karts nationwide from August 1976 through March 1997 for about $500 to $2,500. Consumers should stop using these go-karts immediately and contact the appropriate manufacturer to receive a free axle guard kit with instructions for easy installation. If the manufacturer is out of business or if consumers are not sure of the go-kart manufacturer or have questions about this recall, they should call CPSC's Hotline at (800) 638-2772.
Lily Table Lamps Recalled by Kmart NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles May 8, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-119 CPSC, Kmart Corp. Announce Recall of Table Lamps WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kmart Corp. of Troy, Mich., is recalling about 41,300 table lamps. The lamps can short circuit and ignite, creating a fire hazard. Kmart has received 12 reports of the lamps short circuiting. Five of the incidents resulted in fire, causing minor damage to various household items. Kmart is not aware of any injuries involving the lamps. The table lamp, measuring 15 1/4 inches high, is made of bronze-colored metal with two frosted white shades. The base of the lamp is shaped like a lily pad and the shades are shaped like lily flowers. A gold sticker on the bottom of the lamp reads, "Made in China." A clear sticker on the bulb socket reads in part, "...Use 25 watt type B or smaller lamp...E123788..." The lamp is packaged in a cardboard box. The box is labeled in part, "Basic Editions...Lily Table Lamp...Style R8831...UL Listed..." There is a photograph of the lamp on the box. Kmart stores nationwide sold the lamps from November 1996 through April 1997 for about $20. Consumers should stop using the lamps immediately and return them to any Kmart store for a full refund. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Kmart at (800) 63K-MART. Consumers will also find recall information and photographs of the lamp and its packaging at Kmart's web site at http://www.kmart.com.
Garage Door Openers Recall by Chamberlain Group NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles May 5, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-116 CPSC, Chamberlain Group Announce Recall to Repair Garage Door Openers in Puerto Rico Washington, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Chamberlain Group Inc. of Elmhurst, Ill., is announcing a recall to inspect and repair about 6,000 Sears Craftsman garage door openers used on swinging or sliding garage doors in Puerto Rico that were not installed by a Sears authorized installer. If installed improperly, the garage door openers' safety reversal system may not operate properly, posing a potential entrapment hazard. The Chamberlain Group is aware of a 4-year old boy in Puerto Rico who died from being caught in a swinging door operated by a Sears Craftsman garage door opener when the safety reversing sensor did not operate. This inspection/repair program is limited to Puerto Rico, where swinging or sliding doors are used extensively. The program does not apply to overhead doors. The program is further limited to those swinging or sliding garage door openers that have not been installed by Sears authorized installers and, therefore, may have been installed improperly. When improperly installed, the swinging or sliding garage doors will not reverse when they hit an obstruction such as a car or a child. The garage door openers have model numbers beginning with 139.65XXX and 139.53XXX located on the right side panel of the opener chassis near the force adjustment controls. Sears stores throughout Puerto Rico sold the garage door openers from 1980 through 1993 for about $150 to $220. Sears is sending letters to all customers in Puerto Rico known to have purchased the garage door opener. Consumers who purchased these door openers for swinging or sliding doors, but did not have them installed by a Sears authorized installer should test the garage door opener's safety reversal system according to instructions in the Owner's Manual. Consumers should allow the door to close on the narrow side of a 2-inch by 4-inch piece of wood held in its path. Consumers should not place themselves in the path of the swinging or sliding door! If the door does not reverse within two seconds of touching the piece of wood, disconnect the garage door opener and immediately contact Sears toll-free at 800-473-7247. Sears will arrange for an inspection and, if necessary, rework of the installation free of charge. Chamberlain and Sears remind consumers to follow safety instructions in the Owner's Manual to check the safety reversal system monthly. If you adjust the force or travel limit controls, you must check the safety reversal system again. CPSC knows of approximately 60 children between the ages of 2 and 14 who were trapped and killed under overhead automatic garage doors since March 1982. No matter what type of garage door you own, CPSC reminds consumers to always operate the garage door opener only when the door is in full view and free from any obstruction. Keep the door in sight until it is completely closed. No one should cross the path of the moving door.
Precious Indian Teddy Bear Recall by Mazel NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Nychelle White May 1, 1997 (301) 504-7063 Release # 97-113 CPSC and The Mazel Co. Announce Teddy Bear Recall WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Mazel Co. of Solon, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling about 835 Teddy Precious Indian girl and boy stuffed bears. The bears' Native American style clothing has beads on the headband and at the waist or neck. The beads can detach and young children can choke on the beads or inhale them into their lungs, which could lead to death. CPSC is not aware of any injuries involving these toys. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The light brown bears, measuring approximately 18 inches in length, each wear a brown vinyl dress or shirt and pants trimmed with Native American embroidery and a headband patterned with matching embroidery. A label sewn to each bear's foot reads, "Teddy Precious ." The bears each have a sewn-in tag that reads in part, "DANDEE INTERNATIONAL LIMITED...MADE IN CHINA." Some tags also include "SKU # 089318" (girl) or "SKU # 089334" (boy). Independent discount and 50-Off stores sold the bears nationwide from July 1996 through December 1996 for about $13. Consumers should take the bears away from young children immediately and return the bears to the store where purchased for a full refund or a replacement toy. For more information, consumers should call The Mazel Co.'s Customer Service Department at (800) 443-4789.
ProCourt Basketball Systems by Lifetime Products NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: April 30, 1997 (301) 504-7908 Release # 97-115 CPSC, Lifetime Products Inc. Announce Recall of ProCourt Portable Basketball Systems WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Lifetime Products Inc. of Clearfield, Utah, is recalling over 29,800 ProCourt portable basketball systems. The basketball system's base can develop a leak, allowing the water used to stabilize the system to leak out. As a result, the basketball system can fall over, presenting a risk of injury to the consumer. Lifetime Products has received 21 reports of bases leaking. The basketball systems did not fall over and no injuries have been reported. The ProCourt portable basketball system has a 3-inch telescopic adjustable metal pole, a 44-inch acrylic backboard, a black metal rim with a white net, and a 26-gallon black polyethylene base with wheels. The portable basketball system is designed for residential use and can be moved to a driveway or patio surface for play. The base should be filled with water for stability. If the system is moved only occasionally, the base can be filled with sand. When filled with sand, the base does not leak. ProCourt portable basketball systems being recalled have a number 4 on the bottom of the base and date codes from 970101 through 970873 stamped on the bottom of the horizontal plate attaching the rim to the pole. Major discount, department, and sport stores nationwide sold these basketball systems from January 1997 through April 1997 for about $99. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ProCourt portable basketball systems and call Lifetime Products at (800) 225-3865 for a free replacement base with installation instructions. Lifetime Products will also provide a free net to consumers with the recalled basketball systems.
Futon Mattress Recall by Primo International NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Ken Giles April 28, 1997 (301) 504-7052 Release # 97-112 CPSC, Primo International Announce Futon Mattress Recall WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Primo International of Montreal, Quebec, is recalling about 1,600 futon mattresses distributed in the United States. The futon mattresses, which fail to meet U.S. federal mandatory standards for mattress flammability, could ignite and smolder, presenting a serious risk of burn injuries or death from smoke inhalation in violation of the federal Flammable Fabrics Act. CPSC and Primo International are not aware of any injuries involving these mattresses. This recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The futon mattresses measure 48 inches wide by 72 inches long (full size). The mattresses are marketed under the following styles and are manufactured with a mattress cover available in the following colors and patterns. Style; Description Chesa Cape or Peak; Light green plaid top and side panels, and natural other side Sconce Stone Black with a marbleized mixture of silver, lilac, violet, and brown on top and sides and solid black on other side FB1000fr6a; Natural beige Furniture stores nationwide, including Rhodes Furniture, Olum's, Beiters, Raymour & Flannagan, Taft, and Furniture King, sold the futon mattresses as part of sofa sets from January 1994 through August 1996 for about $350 to $400. Consumers should immediately stop using these futon mattresses and return them to the store where purchased for a free replacement futon mattress. For more information about this recall, consumers should call Primo International at (800) 267-7746 or CPSC's toll-free hotline at (800) 638-2772.
Quiet Time Infant Swings Recall by Cosco NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Nychelle White Originally issued April 24, 1997; Revised April 29, 2005 (301) 504-7063 Release # 97-110 Note: Repair kit no longer available. New cash incentive is being offered. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products. CPSC, Cosco Announce Recall to Repair Quiet Time TM Infant Swings WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Cosco Inc. of Columbus, Ind., is providing a free repair kit for about 355,500 Quiet Time TM infant swings. Screws connecting the metal hanger tubes and the U-shaped seat support can loosen and fall out, causing the seat support and seat to fall. Infants can be injured from the fall. Cosco has received over 300 complaints concerning the screws, including 44 reports of injuries such as bumps and bruises on the head and one reported concussion. To prevent the swing seat from falling, Cosco is offering a free repair kit, consisting of a new hanger and seat support with nut and bolt fasteners. The Quiet Time TM swing is a wind-up infant swing that will operate for about 30 minutes at a time. A stand with four legs of white metal tubing supports the swing. The plastic swing seat can be set in two positions and comes with either a vinyl or padded fabric seat cover. "Cosco Quiet Time " is printed on a label on top of the swing. Quiet Time TM swings subject to this recall are model numbers 08-975 and 08-977 made from February 1, 1993, (5th week of 1993) through September 30, 1995 (40th week of 1995). The model number and date code identifying the week and year that the swing was manufactured is located on a label on the underside of the swing's seat. The recalled swings have date codes from 0593 through 4095. Juvenile products and discount department stores sold the swings nationwide beginning in February 1993 for about $45 to $49. Consumers should stop using the recalled swings immediately. Repair kit no longer available. New cash incentive is being offered. Do not use these products. Please discard or destroy these products. Consumers should call Cosco at (800) 221-6736 or write to the company at 2525 State St., Columbus, Ind. 47201.
Hunting Tree Stands Recall by Bass Pro Shops NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: April 22, 1997 (301) 504-7908 Release # 97-107 CPSC, Bass Pro Shops Announce Recall of Hunting Tree Stands WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Bass Pro Shops of Springfield, Mo., is recalling 2,140 tree stands used by hunters.The tree stand's buckle may in some instances have a sharp edge that can fray and break the gray nylon strap securing the stand to the tree. Consumers can be seriously injured if the strap breaks and the stand falls from the tree, especially if the consumer is not wearing a safety belt. Bass Pro Shops has received 3 reports of the stand's straps fraying or breaking and Warren & Sweat received an additional 25 reports. One person fell from a tree, resulting in leg and ankle fractures and a sprained lower back. The tree stand involved in this recall is sold under the brand name Warren & Sweat Mag-Lock Plus tree stands. The metal tree stand has a grid platform, measuring about 17 inches wide by 25 inches long, supporting a camouflage canvas covered seat. The seat sits about 19 inches above the platform. The tree stand has a 4-inch gray nylon strap that is permanently attached to the tree stand and buckle. There is a 67-inch black nylon strap that secures the stand to the tree. This black nylon strap is removable. There is a gray sticker on the tree stand that reads in part, "Warren & Sweat Treestands." There is a drawing of a deer on the label. The tree stands were sold nationwide by sporting goods stores and the Bass Pro Shops mail order catalogue and in Missouri by the Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World store. The tree stands were sold from August 1994 through December 1994 for about $50. Consumers should stop using the tree stands immediately and call Bass Pro Shops at (800) 554-5488 to receive a free replacement buckle and gray nylon strap, or return the treestand to the store where purchased for replacement of the buckle and gray nylon strap.