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All product recalls affecting Ohio.
Includes nationwide recalls (tagged “Nationwide”) and recalls with Ohio in the distribution area.
DECEMBER 24, 1991 Release # 92-038 Jak Pak, Inc. Recalls Rain Or Shine Dolls WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Jak Pak, Inc., of Milwaukee, WI is voluntarily recalling 6,939 Rain or Shine Dolls, model JP #0137. When CPSC tested the dolls in accordance with regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, the doll's movable arms separated. The arms are small parts that pose a potential choking hazard for young children. The doll is plastic with brown rooted hair, painted facial features and stands 6-1/4 inches tall. It wears a removable plastic raincoat that fastens with velcro, removable shoes and socks, and underwear that is not removable. The doll's head, arms and legs move at the main body joints. The label on the cardboard header reads in part: "Rain or Shine Doll . . . 1988 JAK PAK, INC. Milwaukee, WI 53201, Made in China . . ." The Rain or Shine Doll imported by Jak Pak, Inc. was sold nationwide at all types of retail outlets from January 1990 through December 1991 for an estimated price of $2.00 to $3.00 each. Consumers are urged to take the doll away from young children immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund of the purchase price. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact Jak Pak, Inc. at 1-800-526-0113. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving the dolls. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous dolls were identified at the Port of Milwaukee, WI, during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs surveillance program. The CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
DECEMBER 24, 1991 Release # 92-037 McCrory Corporation Recalls Play Cars Because Of Choking Hazard WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), McCrory Corporation of York, PA is voluntarily recalling approximately 10,000 units of "Play Cars," model no. 25 because the tires could detach and become a choking hazard to young children. These hollow plastic 4-1/2 inch cars were sold in sets of eight with two cars each in yellow, red, green, and blue. The solid black tires are held on with a metal axle. Each car has an embossed rear-windshield wiper, front windshield wipers and the words "INDUSTRIA ARGENTINA" on the undercarriage. These toy cars were sold nationwide between September 1, 1989 and December 12, 1991, by Bargain Time, Britts, Elmore, McCrory, H.L. Green, Kress, McClellan, T.G. and Y., Silver Kittinger, Newberry Stores, G.C. Murphy and some independent variety stores. Each set sold for approximately $2.29. The cardboard header reads in part: "Play Cars, 8 Colorful, Freewheeling Cars. No. 25, Made in Argentina by Andresito..." 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. These potentially hazardous toys were identified by the U.S. Public Interest Research Group. Consumers are urged to take the "Play Cars" 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. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
December 20, 1991 Release # 92-033 Washington, D.C. -- Graco Children's Products, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that a play tray sold as an accessory for Graco walker model #45537 could pose a small parts hazard under certain conditions. All of the affected walker play tray units were sold before September of 1991. The firm has determined that some children may be able to remove the soft plastic "music button" on the accessory musical play tray. The small part which results could be ingested or cause a choking hazard. Graco has received fourteen reports of removal, including two incidents of near choking. There have been no reports of permanent of serious injury as a result of these incidents. Graco Tot Wheels II Walkers with the play tray designated by the model number 45537 are the only walkers affected. The music button pad with nine numbers on these walkers is BLACK. Approximately 11,000 of these walkers are believed to be in use by consumers. NO OTHER GRACO WALKER, WALKER WITH PLAY TRAY OR WALKER WITH PLAY GYM IS INVOLVED. The retrofit kit is no longer available. All owners of Graco brand walkers with play trays are advised to immediately check to see if the music buttons on their play tray are BLACK. If they are, consumers should immediately discard or destroy the product. Again, no other walkers or walker accessories are involved. 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
DECEMBER 20, 1991 Release # 92-034 WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Woods Wire Products, Inc., Carmel, IN today announced the voluntary recall of 6,000 Woods brand No. 1468 remote control receivers sold in 1991. Woods reported that some of the remote control receivers may have an internal wiring problem, and that the product could short circuit and present a fire hazard. No incidents of fire or injury have been reported. However, Woods urges owners to return their receivers to have them checked for the defect and replaced if needed. Since it is not known which units are potentially hazardous, the company warns owners not to use their units, even if they currently operate properly. The Woods remote control receiver plugs into an electrical receptacle and is used with a remote hand-held transmitter to operate home electrical devices such as lamps or Christmas tree lights, from a distance. The product was sold by a variety of retailers for about $10 - $15, from January 1991 through October 1991. Recalled receivers have back labels that read, in part, "III Woods No. 1468, UL Listed Appliance Control 19U4, CHK'D 91." The product carton is labeled "III Woods Transmitter and Receiver, Christmas Tree Light Control Kit, No. 1467T." Recalled remote control receivers should be returned directly to: Woods Wire Products, Inc., P.O. Box 2675, Carmel, IN 46032-6675. Each receiver will be inspected, replaced if needed, and promptly returned to the consumer. Woods will reimburse owners for shipping costs. The remote control transmitters are not defective and need not be returned to the company. Owners who have questions may call the Woods toll-free Helpline at 1-800-447-4364. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from the unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
DECEMBER 19, 1991 Release # 92-032 WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), The Sail Harbor of Freehold, NJ is voluntarily recalling 2,000 units of its "Wind-Up Row n Row Boat," style number 172. The toys may break during use producing small parts, some of which have sharp points. These small parts could be a fatal choking hazard or could cause puncture wounds to young children. These plastic water toys are 5-1/2 inches long and 3-1/2 inches wide with either an alligator or a hippopotamus seated in the center of each boat. The hippopotamus has a green body and a soft rubber head with painted facial features. The hippopotamus is in a boat with yellow oars, a red deck, a white bottom and a blue wind-up key. The alligator has a yellow body and a green soft rubber head with painted facial features. The alligator is in a boat with beige oars, a blue deck, a white bottom and a red wind-up key. Both have stick-on decals that resemble blue water. These water toys were sold nationwide beginning in January 1991 for approximately $3.00 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. The potentially hazardous toys were identified during a joint surveillance program conducted between the CPSC and the U.S. Customs Service at the Port of Newark. 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 The Sail Harbor at 908-431-3330. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
December 11, 1991 Release # 92-031 Aprica Ride-On Toy Recalled WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Aprica Kassai U.S.A., Inc., Aneheim, CA is voluntarily recalling approximately 400 Aprica "Rockin Rollin Rider" toys (Model No. 92090) because of reports that children have fallen from the toy. Aprica reported incidents of the toy tipping over and of children falling off the toy. The Rockin Rollin Rider is a wheeled ride-on toy car that can be converted to a rocking toy or a push-walker. The toy was sold nationwide during 1991 for approximately $110-$120. The name "Aprica" appears in white lettering on both sides of the ride-on car and is molded into the bottom of the yellow plastic rocker base. Consumers who have the Rockin Rollin Rider should stop use immediately and return it to the retailer for a full refund. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. Some 15,000 different types of consumer products fall within the Commission's jurisdiction
DECEMBER 11, 1991 Release # 92-028 Kmart Recalling Plastic Resin Patio Chairs WASHINGTON, DC - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kmart Corporation, Troy MI, is voluntarily recalling white, plastic resin patio chairs that have the potential to collapse. Kmart reported the problem to CPSC after receiving complaints from consumers. When used aggressively or by a person who weighs more than 200 pounds, the chair may collapse. The firm is aware of at least 43 incidents of chair failure. Reported injuries have been described as bruises to the back, leg, arm, and head. The chairs are white, molded plastic resin patio chairs that have the word "Suncraft" stamped on the underside of the seat. The chairs were manufactured by Taiwan Lounge Chair Industry Co., Ltd., Taiwan. Kmart imported approximately 101,300 chairs from Taiwan and sold approximately 78,000 of them as part of a nine piece "Moroccan Sand" patio set. The chairs were sold at Kmart retail stores from December 1990 through the summer of 1991. Kmart is offering replacement model chairs to consumers who have the recalled chairs. Consumers should return the recalled chairs to any Kmart store to receive replacement model chairs. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to help reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths that are associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
December 10, 1991 Release # 92-030 WASHINGTON, DC -- Yazoo Manufacturing Company, Jackson, MS, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced today that it is implementing its safety modification program for certain models of its commercial "high wheel" gasoline powered walk-behind lawn mowers purchased by consumers since June 1982, as previously announced in a September Press Release. These lawn mowers are not equipped with a blade control device that stops the blade within three seconds after release of the controls as required for consumer mowers by the CPSC Safety Standard for Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers. As a result, consumers may be injured from contact with the rotating mower blade. The lawn mowers were manufactured beginning in 1982 and involve the following push and self-propelled big wheel models: S22B, P22B, P22W, S22W, S24B, P24B, P24W, S24W, S26B and S26W. The mowers are labeled with a bright yellow decal which states: "NOTICE. THIS MOWER DOES NOT MEET CPSC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. COMMERCIAL USE ONLY." These mowers have a suggested retail price of between $750.00 and $900.00 and were sold to retailers in southern, southeastern and northeastern United States. Although the lawn mowers were intended for sale to commercial operators, Yazoo and the CPSC are concerned that a number of mowers have been purchased by consumers. Neither CPSC nor the company is aware of any consumer injuries resulting from the lack of a blade control device on these mowers. Yazoo is no longer manufacturing any high wheel lawn mowers without a three-second blade stopping mechanism. The company will voluntarily modify those lawn mowers which were purchased by consumers since June 1982, the effective date of the lawn mower standard. This modification program covers only those lawn mowers purchased by consumers for their personal use and does not include lawn mowers purchased for industrial/commercial or professional uses. The company has developed a kit consisting of a blade brake and engine-stopping device which will be installed on the lawn mowers to make the blade stop within the required three seconds after release of the controls. Yazoo has previously informed its dealers that these mowers are only to be sold to commercial users. Yazoo also has initiated a certification program to ensure that the remaining mowers in inventory are sold only to commercial customers. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this safety modification program as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
DECEMBER 5, 1991 Release # 92-027 Infant Playmats And Stuffed Skunk Toys Recalled WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), House of Lloyd, Inc., Grandview, MO is voluntarily recalling 7,200 Infant's Playmat toys and 21,000 Special Skunk stuffed animal toys. When CPSC tested the toys in accordance with regulations under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act, the rattle included with the Infant's Playmat broke in half, the nose on the face of the Skunk and the clear plastic suction cups attached to the legs of the Skunk separated posing a potential choking or aspiration hazard for young children. The Infant's Playmat (catalog number 3182/stock number 130189) is 32 inches wide and 36 inches long. The Playmat has a tan furry bear's face with black button eyes, a hard plastic black nose, one striped cloth ear and one dotted cloth ear with both ears trimmed in tan fur, a striped bow at the neck of the bear, a quilt stomach and four stuffed tan paws. Included with the Playmat is a rattle, a teething toy and a mirror that can be attached to one of the three paws with velcro fasteners. The fourth paw contains a squeeze toy and an applique of a house sewn on the front of the paw that has the message "TOUCH me." The label attached to the Infant's Playmat reads in part: "House of Lloyd, Inc., Stock No 130189, Infant's Play Mat, Made in Korea, House of Lloyd 1988." The Infant's Playmat imported by House of Lloyd was sold nationwide at home demonstration parties from May 1989 through December 1989 for $34.90 each. The Special Skunk stuffed animal (catalog number 4155/stock number 510052) is black and white and is seven and one-half inches high and three and one-half inches wide. The arms and legs have suction cups attached to them. The skunk also has a tail that is curled up its back and sewn to the body. The skunk's face has plastic eyes and a hard plastic nose and a message on the stomach that says GOD MADE ME SPECIAL. The label attached to the skunk reads in part: "House of Lloyd, Stock No. 510052, Special Skunk, Made in China . . ." The Special Skunk imported by House of Lloyd was sold nationwide at home demonstration parties from May 1989 through December 1989 for $11.90 each.Consumers are urged to take the toys away from young children immediately and return them for a full refund to: House of Lloyd, Inc., Attn: Merchandise Recall, 601 S. 291 Hwy., 5555 W. GeoSpace Dr., Independence, MO 64056. For more information about this recall, consumers may contact House of Lloyd, Inc. at (816) 966-2277. 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. The potentially hazardous toys were identified at the Port of Kansas, Kansas City, MO, during a joint CPSC/U.S. Customs surveillance program and upon inspection of the firm. The CPSC is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
DECEMBER 2, 1991 Release # 92-025 Micro-Dome Food Preserver Recalled WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in cooperation with Micro-Dome of San Ramon, CA, today warned consumers of certain safety hazards associated with the use of the "Micro-Dome Food Preserver" manufactured by Micro-Dome and sold and distributed to consumers after August 1987. The CPSC urges consumers to destroy all food that has been preserved using a Micro-Dome Food Preserver, and to call 1-800-736-2330 for instructions on how to receive a $50 rebate for returning the food preserver. The Micro-Dome Food Preserver is used in microwave ovens to preserve fruits, vegetables and prepared dishes. The appliance is a plastic container than can process one standard metal lidded canning jar at a time. Generally priced at $50, approximately 18,600 units were sold to customers. Micro-Dome informed the Commission that the top of the plastic container may blow off in the microwave if the vent stem or safety release becomes plugged. The pressurized plastic container may also explode during or after removal from the microwave, or if the container is hit or dropped. Furthermore, the plastic container may also crack and/or develop lines (called crazing) that could increase the risk of explosion. Explosion of a pressurized Micro-Dome containing hot water and food could cause severe injuries such as blindness and burns from flying fragments and liquids. Micro-Dome reported 29 incidents involving the cracking and/or crazing of the plastic container, eight incidents of the top blowing off, and four incidents of the vent being plugged without the blow plug releasing. One injury was reported involving a user who sustained minor burns when the top of the container blew off. The CPSC recommends that consumers not use the Micro-Dome Food Preserver. It should be returned to Micro- Dome for the rebate or destroyed and disposed of in such a manner that it cannot be used in the future. CPSC is also concerned about possible food poisoning in certain foods prepared using the Micro-Dome Microwave Food Preserver. While CPSC is unaware of any incidents of food poisoning, it is concerned that the product and its accompanying recipe and instruction booklet do not adequately ensure the safety of certain canned foods. In addition to possibly failing to kill bacteria while the food in the Micro-Dome is cooked in a microwave oven, food also can be contaminated after cooking. Eating improperly preserved food can cause serious illness such as botulism. The toxin which causes botulism is the most potent natural poison in the world. Even one taste could be fatal. The Food Safety and Inspection Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has warned that the Micro-Dome needs more extensive testing. There are some problems. According to University of California researchers the Micro-Dome canning process was not successful. Bacteria survived. Micro- Dome denies there is a food poisoning problem. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this warning as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
NOVEMBER 26, 1991 Release # 92-023 WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Tyco Toys, Inc., Moorestown, NJ, announced today that it is voluntarily recalling "Big Bird Sparklin Smile" battery operated toothbrush (stock no. 2524). Approximately 330,000 of these products were sold between 1986 and 1991 for up to $10.00 each. The toothbrushes were sold nationwide under the Ideal and Tyco brand names through toy, variety and discount stores, and limited catalog mail-order sales. The Big Bird toothbrush uses four "AA" size batteries. If one of the batteries is inadvertently reversed, the battery may rupture or leak. Tyco has received three reports of minor burn injuries to children from leaking batteries and has learned from a news report that an exploding battery in this toothbrush may have caused serious eye injury to an adult. While these incidents appear to be due to defective batteries or improperly installed batteries, Tyco is recalling the toothbrush to eliminate the possibility of any further incidents. For a refund of the purchase price, consumers who have the Big Bird toothbrush should mail it to: Tyco Industries - Toothbrush Recall, 540 Glen Avenue, Moorestown, NJ 08057. No other Sesame Street toys, Ideal toys or Tyco toys are affected by this recall. For additional information about the toothbrush recall consumers may call Tyco toll-free at 1-800-822-5574 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Eastern Time). Retailers are being instructed to remove these products from shelves and return them to Tyco. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is participating in this recall 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. Tyco Toys, Inc. the fourth largest U.S. toy manufacturer, distributes a broad line of products worldwide including radio controlled toys, electric racing toys, dolls, and activity toys
NOVEMBER 18, 1991 Release # 92-022 WASHINGTON, DC -- Mattel, Inc., El Segundo, CA, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), has initiated a voluntary recall of its Disney Poppin' Sounds Pull Train Preschool toy (No. 9820). Mattel is taking this action in response to consumer calls regarding a possible choking hazard posed by small balls enclosed in a dome on the smokestack of the pull-toy train. The consumers reported that the toy broke, making the small balls accessible to children. No injuries have been reported to the firm. Although Mattel has found no product failures in safety testing conducted on 16,500 units, it is taking this action because of its commitment to safety. Approximately 400,000 Disney Poppin' Sounds Pull Trains were sold nationwide in 1990 and 1991. Mattel is offering consumers a $5.00 voucher for return of the product. Consumers may return the toys to Nancy Nelson, Mattel Consumer Affairs, 15930 East Valley Boulevard, City of Industry, CA 91744. For further information about this recall, consumers may call Mattel toll free at 1-800-233-4004. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is joining Mattel in announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public
NOVEMBER 18, 1991 Release # 92-021 Pacifiers On Necklaces Recalled WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Claire's Boutiques, Inc., of Wood Dale, IL is voluntarily recalling 5,943 units of two latex pacifiers sold with a beaded or chain necklace attached to the handle of the pacifiers. Pacifiers hung around children's necks have become entangled on projections, such as crib or playpen cornerposts, causing strangulation. Pacifiers sold in this manner are in violation of the Requirements for Pacifiers administered by the CPSC. These requirements state that no pacifier shall be sold or distributed with ribbon, string, cord, chain, twine, leather, yarn or similar attachments. Further, each pacifier shall be labeled, "Warning-Do Not Tie Pacifier Around Child's Neck as it Presents a Strangulation Danger." The pacifiers are clear or amber colored and were sold without any packaging. Claire's Boutiques sold the pacifiers nationwide beginning in January 1991 for $4.00 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. An alert consumer reported the violative pacifiers to CPSC. Consumers are urged to immediately remove the chains from the pacifiers. Consumers can return the chains to the store where purchased for a full refund of the purchase price. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Claire's Boutiques, Inc. on (708) 860-5400. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths that are associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
NOVEMBER 14, 1991 Release # 92-018 Ranger International Corp. Recalls Wooden Puzzles WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Ranger International Corp. of Norcross, GA is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,400 Wooden Pre-school Puzzles, #401 and Mini Wooden Puzzles, #404. The Mini Wooden Puzzle comes in four different pictorial scenes while there are six for the Pre-school Puzzle. The puzzle pegs and the clock hands of these toys can detach during use and pose a fatal choking hazard to young children. These puzzles sold for approximately $4.00 each nationwide from January 1990 to June 1991. The labeling on the packaging for these puzzles reads in part: "SUMMCO, Wooden Puzzle with Easy-Lift Knobs for Little Fingers, Ranger***". 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. These potentially hazardous puzzles were identified during a joint surveillance program conducted between the CPSC and the U.S. Customs Service at the Port of Atlanta, GA. Consumers are urged to take these puzzles 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 Ranger International Corp. toll- free at 1-800-848-5123. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
November 5, 1991 Release # 92-016 WASHINGTON, DC--In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), A.O. Smith Water Products Company of Irving, TX, is voluntarily recalling and replacing approximately 29,000 flue baffles installed in water heaters manufactured and distributed by its McBee, SC facility between April 16, 1991 and July 9, 1991. The affected water heaters are limited to A.O. Smith natural and liquefied petroleum gas 30 and 40 gallon heaters. Only FSG and PGX models with serial numbers beginning with MD91, ME91, MF91, or MG91 are subject to this recall. A.O. Smith electric water heaters have no flue baffle and therefore are not subject to this recall. Affected models have oversized flue baffles that may produce unacceptably high levels of carbon monoxide, high levels of heat at the bottom of the unit, and result in less efficient operation of the water heater. A.O. Smith has received no reports or claims of injury resulting from the flue baffle. CPSC was informed of this potentially unsafe flue baffle by A.O. Smith which, in the course of its random testing, discovered that high levels of carbon monoxide were being generated by units fitted with the improperly sized baffles. The company has already replaced the flue baffles in approximately 13,000 affected water heaters. The affected water heaters were distributed east of the Mississippi River by plumbing wholesalers and distributors. A.O. Smith FSG and PGX model water heaters which were purchased prior to April 1991 or after July 1991 do not contain oversized baffles and are not subject to the recall. Consumers who own one of the affected water heaters and have not already received recall information from the company should contact A.O. Smith Water Products Company toll-free at 1-800-527-1953 to arrange for the free replacement of the flue baffle. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products
November 4, 1991 Release # 92-015 WASHINGTON, D.C. -- LJN Toys, Ltd., New York, NY, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), recalled its World Wrestling Federation "Sling 'Em- Fling 'Em" wrestling ring toy because of potentially severe injuries should a child fall on one of the corner posts of the wrestling ring. LJN was a subsidiary of MCA, Inc. during the period of manufacture and sale of the wrestling ring. LJN, a publisher, marketer and distributor of home entertainment products, is no longer in the toy business. The Commission indicates that there were four very serious injuries which resulted when children, ranging in age from six to 10 years, fell onto one of these toys. In each case, one of the four rigid plastic corner posts penetrated the child's body cavity causing severe internal injury. LJN sold about 1.4 million toy wrestling rings between 1985 and 1989 for a retail price up to $20. The toy was promoted by featuring action figures of World Wrestling Federation (WWF) stars such as Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant. The figures were sold separately. The ring has an 18-1/2 inch square plastic base that is 3-1/2 inches high with four 9-1/2 inch long rigid blue plastic posts that snap into place at each corner. Once in place, the posts are about six inches high. Red, white, and blue elastic bands form the ropes around the ring. A decal with the WWF logo was supplied with each toy. Consumers may identify the LJN wrestling ring by looking underneath the base for these words molded into the plastic: "1985 LJN TOYS LTD. TITAN SPORTS INC. MADE IN U.S.A." To prevent additional injuries, consumers who own these wrestling ring toys are urged to remove the four rigid plastic posts immediately. Because the posts are so rigidly secured, consumers may have to break the posts to remove them. LJN Toys Ltd. is out of business and cannot be contacted.The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall 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 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths
OCTOBER 30, 1991 Release # 92-006 Diener Industries Recalls Halloween Giveaway Erasers WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Diener Industries of Chatsworth, CA is voluntarily recalling approximately 1,788 packages of "24 Assorted Halloween Pencil Top Erasers, #5005" because small pumpkin-shaped erasers in the package could be a fatal choking hazard to young children. These solid-colored erasers which are orange, black, and white come in the shape of a pumpkin, ghost, bat, cat, and witch. Each eraser has a hole in the bottom to insert a pencil. A combination of all four shapes are sold in a see-through plastic bag of 24. At the top of each bag are the words "GREAT GIVEAWAY TREATS!" Consumers are urged not to give these erasers to young children during the Halloween season and immediately take them away from young children who already have them because they resemble candy and can present a fatal choking hazard. These erasers were sold in northern and central California, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Connecticut, this Halloween season for approximately $6.99 per bag. Neither the CPSC nor the company is aware of any injuries involving these erasers. This voluntary recall is being conducted to prevent the possibility of injury. The potentially hazardous erasers were identified during an inspection conducted by the CPSC. Consumers can return their erasers to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Diener Industries at (818) 886-7800, or they can send their package of erasers to Diener Industries, Inc., 20257 Praire Street, Chatsworth, CA 91311, for a full refund including postage. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
October 29, 1992 Release # 92-014 CPSC Announces Recall Of "Li'l Lite" Halloween Oil Pumpkin Lamps WASHINGTON, DC - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kaadan, Inc., of Lancaster, PA announced today that it is voluntarily recalling its "Li'l Lite" Halloween Pumpkin Oil Lamps. The product contains a high grade petroleum hydrocarbon which is combustible and if ingested by a child can get into the lungs causing chemical pneumonia which can be fatal. The product does not meet the requirements for child- resistant packaging and fails to state on its label that it is "Combustible," making it illegal for sale to consumers. The Commission is aware of one reported incident involving a child drinking the contents of the container at a retail store. The child was not injured. These oil lamps consist of a small plastic cylindrical reservoir containing several ounces of oil with a lamp wick protruding through the center of the reservoir's top. The fuel reservoir is orange in color and decorated with Halloween graphics and labeled in part "***Kaadan, Ltd., Lancaster, PA***". The wick is covered by a plastic cap which must be removed before the lamp is lit. Because these oil lamps are brightly colored and display a Halloween motif, they are attractive to young children. Approximately 75,000 lamps were sold nationwide for approximately $1.00 each. Consumers should immediately remove these lamps from children's reach and return them to the retail store where purchased for a full refund of the purchase price. Consumers with questions may contact the firm by calling (717) 299-4818. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's objective is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction
OCTOBER 29, 1991 Release # 92-010 Decorator Cube Safety Warning Reissued WASHINGTON, DC -- As a result of two recently reported new deaths Seward Luggage Company of Petersburg, VA; Trojan Luggage of Memphis, TN; and Mercury Luggage Manufacturing Co. of Jacksonville, FL, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), are issuing a second warning about a strangulation and suffocation hazard associated with decorator cubes with hinged lids. The warning applies to cubes manufactured before June 30, 1990. Decorator cubes manufactured after June 30, 1990 are designed differently with removable lids that address the risk. The first warning notice was issued jointly by CPSC and the firms on March 27, 1991 following the first reported death. These cubes are 16" X 16" X 16" cubed-shaped trunks with hinged lids decorated with various scenes and motifs. The decorator cubes may be used for storage and home furnishing. The cubes present a strangulation hazard if the lid falls on the neck of a young child who is reaching into the trunk for a toy or other item. CPSC believes young children under the age of six years are at the greatest risk of injury. In addition, a young child could climb into a cube, become trapped inside and suffocate if the lid shuts. CPSC and the firms are now aware of a total of three deaths involving young children allegedly associated with these cubes. These incidents occurred from February 1990 to October 1991. Approximately 2.2 million cubes were distributed nationally by retailers, including Kmart and Walmart, between 1987 and June 30, 1990. To prevent the possibility of strangulation or suffocation: Owners should remove the metal pin (used to hold the hinge together) from each of the two hinges, thereby making the lid removable; or Owners of cubes who choose not to remove lids will be supplied with lid spacer clamps that will prevent the lid from slamming shut and a warning label to remind users of the potential hazards. CPSC urges consumers to call 1-800-766-9417 to obtain free, easily installed spacer clamps, a warning label and further information, if necessary, on the removal of the hinge pin
OCTOBER 29, 1991 Release # 92-013 WASHINGTON, DC -- In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., Bentonville, AR is voluntarily recalling approximately 30,000 Halloween Trumpet sets, model number 9353-228 because the trumpet's mouth piece can easily detach causing a fatal choking hazard to young children. These five-inch long black and orange Halloween Trumpets come in sets of 15 in a clear cellophane bag with a cardboard header that reads in part, "Halloween 15 Party Favors." These trumpets were sold nationwide this Halloween season for approximately $2.00 per set. To date, 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 during this Halloween season. These potentially hazardous trumpets were identified during a special Halloween inspection program conducted by the CPSC. Consumers are urged not to give these trumpets to young children during this Halloween season and immediately take them away from young children who already have them. Consumers should return them to the store where purchased for a refund of the purchase price. Consumers with questions about this recall may contact Wal-Mart at (501) 273-4000. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is announcing this recall as part of its mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury and death associated with consumer products. The Commission's mission is to reduce the estimated 28.5 million injuries and 21,600 deaths associated each year with the 15,000 different types of consumer products under CPSC's jurisdiction