Progress Lighting Recalls Ceiling-Mounted Outdoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Fall Off Mounting and Injure Consumers

Posted by Editor Wed, 19 Mar 2008 14:30:00 GMT

Progress Lighting Recalls Ceiling-Mounted Outdoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Fall Off Mounting and Injure Consumers A weld that affixes a mounting bracket to the ceiling pan can fail, which can cause the fixture to fall and injure nearby persons. Read more...

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Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard

Posted by Editor Wed, 19 Mar 2008 14:30:00 GMT

Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard. Read more...

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Toy Airplanes, Cars, and Motorcycles Recalled by S.U. Wholesale Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Posted by Editor Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:45:00 GMT

Toy Airplanes, Cars, and Motorcycles Recalled by S.U. Wholesale Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard The recalled toys contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Read more...

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Ellaroo Recalls Infant Sling Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

Posted by Editor Tue, 11 Mar 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Ellaroo Recalls Infant Sling Carriers Due to Fall Hazard The aluminum rings on the sling carriers can bend or break. This can cause the fabric to slip through the rings and infants to fall out of the carrier. Read more...

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Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Urgent Gear Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Nordstrom Stores

Posted by Editor Tue, 11 Mar 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Urgent Gear Due to Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Nordstrom Stores The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. Read more...

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Infantino Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard

Posted by Editor Wed, 05 Mar 2008 19:30:00 GMT

Infantino Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard The tail-piece on the rattles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Read more...

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Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Rebelette International Due to Strangulation Hazard

Posted by Editor Wed, 05 Mar 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by Rebelette International Due to Strangulation Hazard The sweatshirt jackets have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Read more...

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Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled by Pecoware Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Posted by Editor Fri, 22 Feb 2008 14:45:00 GMT

Children's Metal Jewelry Recalled by Pecoware Due to Risk of Lead Exposure The children's necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Read more...

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Portable Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard

Posted by Editor Wed, 20 Feb 2008 19:45:00 GMT

Portable Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard The portable electric heater can overheat and melt plastic parts, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Read more...

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Spiderman Water Bottles Sold Exclusively at Sears Recalled by Fast Forward Due to Choking Hazard

Posted by Editor Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Spiderman Water Bottles Sold Exclusively at Sears Recalled by Fast Forward Due to Choking Hazard Screws under the bottle's lid can come loose and fall into the cup, posing a choking hazard to children. Read more...

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Cinderella Battery-Powered Toy Cars Recalled by Dumar International USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Posted by Editor Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Cinderella Battery-Powered Toy Cars Recalled by Dumar International USA Due to Fire and Burn Hazards The wires under the hood of the car and/or in the battery compartment under the seat can short circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard to children riding in the car. Read more...

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Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure

Posted by Editor Thu, 07 Feb 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure The bicycle's frame can break during use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries. Read more...

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Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards

Posted by Editor Tue, 29 Jan 2008 16:30:00 GMT

Glue Guns Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Fire, Burn and Shock Hazards The recalled glue guns can short circuit, causing the gun to smoke and catch fire. This poses fire, burn and shock hazards to consumers. Read more...

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American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard

Posted by Editor Wed, 19 Dec 2007 14:00:00 GMT

American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Laceration Hazard The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious laceration hazard to consumers. Read more...

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Full Body Safety Harnesses Recalled by Gorilla Due to Fall Hazard

Posted by Editor Tue, 18 Dec 2007 15:00:00 GMT

Full Body Safety Harnesses Recalled by Gorilla Due to Fall Hazard The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in a hunter falling from the tree stand and suffering serious injuries or death. Read more...

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Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard

Posted by Editor Tue, 18 Dec 2007 15:00:00 GMT

Bicycle Helmets Recalled by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard The helmets fail testing required under CPSC's safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall. Read more...

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American Honda Motor Corp. Recalls Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

Posted by Editor Thu, 08 Nov 2007 16:00:00 GMT

Due to a manufacturing defect, a crack can occur in the fuel tank causing a fuel leak. If gasoline leaking from the fuel tank is ignited, a fire or explosion can occur. Read more...

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Target Recalls Home Patio Sets Due to Fall Hazard

Posted by Editor Tue, 30 Oct 2007 16:00:00 GMT

Target Recalls Home Patio Sets Due to Fall Hazard The chair can collapse when weight is applied to the front end of the arm rests, posing a fall hazard to consumers. Read more...

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Kong Maxx Ladder Stands Sold at Gander Mountain Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

Posted by Editor Thu, 18 Oct 2007 14:40:00 GMT

Kong Maxx Ladder Stands Sold at Gander Mountain Recalled Due to Fall Hazard The ladder stands can become unstable while in use, causing the user to fall. The addition of one ladder section to the stand makes the platform further away from the bracing. When the stand is at its full height, the distance between the bracing and the platform may result in platform instability prior to attachment to and/or detachment from the tree. Read more...

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