Product recalls in late Feb., early March

Sat, 03/10/2007 - 3:23pm
By: The Citizen

These recalls were issued this week from March 4 to March 8 by various federal and state agencies.

THROAT PLATES FOR ROUTER TABLES MAY EJECT

One World Technologies Inc. is recalling Ryobi Router Table Throat Plates sold nationwide from May 2004 to January 2007. The throat plates do not securely snap into the router’s tabletop bit opening. The throat plate can come loose during operation and be ejected from the tabletop, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

The recall involves Ryobi-brand router tables, with model number RT101, which is written on the table’s data plate, located on its front leg. These tables were sold as part of the Ryobi combo kits with model numbers R161RTA and R162RTA

Consumers should contact One Word Technologies at (800) 525-2579 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for a free replacement set of throat plates if the plates do not securely snap into the router bit opening. Consumers can also visit www.ryobitools.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

GAS GRILLS MAY LEAK GAS

Weber-Stephen Products is recalling Weber® Genesis® 320™ Series Gas Grills sold nationwide from November 2006 to February 2007. The gas hose attached to the side burner of the grill can crack or break off during shipping, causing it to leak gas when in use, which poses a fire hazard to consumers.

This recall involves the Weber® Genesis® 320™ Series gas grills which are designed to be used with either natural gas or with liquid propane gas tanks, and are equipped with a flush-mounted side burner accessory. All serial numbers begin with the prefix “DI”. The model and serial number are located on the tank blocker/drip pan holder located inside the storage cart. Only the following product names and model numbers are included in this recall:

Product Name Model Numbers
Genesis® E-320™ 3751001; 3757001; 3758001; 3851001 Genesis® S-320™ 3780001; 3880001 Genesis® EP-320™ 3751301; 3752301; 3757301; 3758301; 3851301 Genesis® ESP-320™ 3750101; 3750201; 3850101 Genesis® CEP-320™ (Sold in Canada Only) 3751701; 3752701; 3851701

Consumers should contact Weber-Stephen at (866) 249-3237 between 7 a.m. and 11 p.m. CT Monday through Friday to obtain a free replacement gas hose and schedule a free installation. Consumers can also visit www.weberrecall.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

EASELS CONTAIN LEAD

Discount School Supply is recalling Elite 5-in-1 Easels sold nationwide from July 2004 to November 2006. The paint on the chalkboard side of the recalled easels contains high levels of lead

The recalled easels are two-sided, with felt and a pull-out panel on one side and a chalkboard on the other side. The recalled easels include the word “Jolly” at the top.

Consumers should contact Discount School Supply at (800) 293-9314 between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to receive a free replacement easel. Consumers also can email the firm at easelrecall@discountschoolsupply.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

YOUTH JACKETS POSE STRANGULATION HAZARD

Cobmex Inc. of Lakewood, Calif. is recalling Youth Jackets with Drawstrings sold nationwide from January 2006 to February 2007. The recalled jackets have drawstrings in the hood and waist, or only at the waist. Children can get entangled and strangle in drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches.

The nylon, zipper front jackets were sold in youth sizes and have a Cobmex neck label. The jackets were manufactured in various colors, including navy, black, green, red and wine. Only youth-size jackets with drawstrings are included in the recall.

Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings to eliminate the hazard or return the jacket to the store where purchased for a refund.

Consumers can also contact Cobmex at (877) 926-2639 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.cobmex.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

BOY’S JACKETS POSE CHOKING AND POISONING HAZARDS

H & M of New York, NY is recalling Boy’s Jackets with an attached compass sold nationwide from February 2006 to October 2006. The attached compass on these jackets can break, posing a choking hazard for young children. Additionally, the liquid mineral oil, inside the compass can be harmful if swallowed.

The recalled product is a boy’s cotton canvas jacket made exclusively for children in sizes 18M to size 6Y. It has style number 93196 written on the inside care label. There is an attached removable compass on the side. The compasses are copper or turquoise colored, about 2.75-inches long, and have a clip to attach to the jacket.

Consumers should immediately remove the compass from the jacket and throw it away, or mail the compass to H & M to receive a store discount coupon.

Consumers can also contact H & M Stores at (877) 439-6261 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.hm.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

NORDSTROM’S LOUNGE PANTS POSE RISK OF BURN INJURY

Nordstrom Inc. of Seattle, Wash.is recalling N-Kids Brand Girl’s Drawstring Flannel Pants and Pine Peak Blues Brand Boy’s Drawstring Flannel Pants sold nationwide from July 2005 to December 2005. These lounge pants are 100 percent cotton and fail to meet the children’s sleepwear flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury to children.

The girl’s recalled drawstring flannel pants were available in assorted plaids and stripes. The girl’s pants have “N-Kids” and the boy’s pants have “Pine Peak Blues” printed on the inside rear waist tag of the pants.

Consumers should return the recalled item to Nordstrom.com or to any Nordstrom store for a full refund.

Consumers can also contact Nordstrom at (888) 282-6060 anytime or visit http://about.nordstrom.com/help/faq/recall.asp?origin=help. More info at www.recalls.org.

DOLLAR STOP PLUS EXTENSION CORDS POSE ELECTROCUTION HAZARD

Dollar Stop Plus of Chicago, Ill. is recalling 15-Foot Extension Cords sold nationwide from October 2003 to June 2005. These extension cords have undersized wiring, and fail to connect properly at the plug and receptacle ends. This poses fire, shock and electrocution hazards.

The recalled product is a 15-foot white extension cord with green wrap-around green label with bold red and white lettering. The label reads “15 Ft HOUSEHOLD EXTENSION CORD.” The “UL” symbol appears on the label. The cord has a silver UL holographic trademark tag, with “07/99, BV-7582, 13A 125V, 1875 W” printed on it. The cord is marked: SPT-2, 16AWGX2C, VW-1, 60o C.

Consumers should contact Dollar Stop at (773) 539-6036 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday for a full refund or exchange for same value. More info at www.recalls.org.

Lifeline and ReviveR Automated External Defibrillators Defibtech, LLC, is recalling Lifeline AED® and ReviveR AEDTM (semi-automatic external defibrillators). This recall affects all Lifeline and ReviveR AEDs with software versions 2.002 and earlier. The self-test software for these devices may allow a self-test to clear a previously detected low battery condition. If this situation occurs, the operator may be unaware of the low battery, and the device may be unable to deliver a defibrillation shock, which could result in failure to resuscitate a patient. More info at www.defibtech.com/fa2007 or contact Defibtech at 1-877-453-4507 or 1-203-453-4507. More info at www.recalls.org.

“JERMUK” BRAND MINERAL WATER MAYBE EXPOSED TO ARSENIC

The products were distributed nationwide. The following products are being recalled:

· Zetlian Bakery, Inc., Pico Rivera, CA is recalling product with labels that read: “Jermuk Original Sparkling Natural Mineral Water Fortified With Natural Gas From The Spring”. The product is additionally labeled as “2006 Jermuk Mayr Gortsaran CJSC” and “Imported by: Zetlian Bakery Inc.”

· Importers Direct Wholesale Company Los Angeles, CA is recalling the product with labels that read: “Jermuk Sodium Calcium Bicarbonate and Sulphate Mineral Water”. The product is additionally labeled as “Bottled by ARPI Plant, Republic of Armenia” and “Exclusive US importer and distributor: Importers Direct Wholesale Co., Los Angeles, CA”.

· Kradjian Importing Company, Glendale, CA is recalling the product with labels that read: “Jermuk, Natural Mineral Water Sparkling”. The product is additionally labeled as “Bottled by Jermuk Group CJSC” and “Sale Agent Kradjian Importing Co. Inc.” in Glendale, CA More info at www.recalls.org

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These recalls were issued this week from Feb. 24 to March 1 by various federal and state agencies.

INFLATABLE BOUNCE HOUSES CAN DEFLATE

Sportcraft Ltd. of Mt. Olive, NJ is recalling Inflatable Bounce Houses sold nationwide from September 2006 to January 2007. The fan and the plastic housing surrounding the fan can break apart during use of the inflatable bounce house, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.

The recall includes the following models: “Castle Kingdom,” “Jump ‘N’ Kingdom,” and “Bounce ‘N’ Playhouse.” The bounce houses are inflated by a yellow, horizontal fan. The fan’s model number, FJ4-330C or FJ4-330C2, is printed on a silver sticker on the fan’s housing. Bounce houses with an “N” at the end of either model number on the fan are not included in this recall.

Consumers should contact Sportcraft at (800) 511-0675 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a free replacement fan. Consumers can also visit www.sportcraft.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

WHEEL FORKS ON BMX BICYCLES COULD FAIL

Mirraco LLC of Carlsbad, Calif. is recalling Bicycles sold nationwide from November 2006 to January 2007. The front wheel forks on these bicycles could have been welded improperly. This poses a risk that the weld could fail, and the rider could lose control and fall.

The recall involves BMX bicycles. The model name is printed on the bicycle. Recalled models include the following:

Blend 3 - Black Pearl 3 -Fivestar Park
Blend 2 - Black Pearl 2 - Icon Moto
Blend 1 - Black Pearl 1 - Icon 20Forty
Blend 1s
Blend 16

Consumers should have the bicycles inspected by a Mirraco dealer. If the inspection shows that the bicycle is part of the recall, the fork will be replaced free of charge.

Consumers can also contact Mirraco at (888) 431-7653 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or on Saturday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT, or visit http://www.mirrabikeco.com/recall.php. More info at www.recalls.org.

DIVE COMPUTERS CAN CAUSE DECOMPRESSION SICKNESS

Pelagic Pressure Systems, of San Leandro, Calif. is recalling Oceanic and AERIS Digital Dive Computers sold nationwide from October 2006 to February 2007. When performing a switch from one gas to another during a dive, the dive computer’s display will lock up and not return to the main dive screen that displays dive times. This can cause divers to enter decompression unknowingly or the diver could ascend prematurely, resulting in decompression sickness.

The recall involves Oceanic-brand ATOM 2.0 dive computers with serial numbers 1 through 2,079 (Revisions 2E, 3A, and 3B) and AERIS-brand EPIC dive computers with serial numbers 1 through 712 (Revision 1A), which can be accessed and viewed on the computer’s display. Also, the serial number and date of manufacture are printed on the bottom of the unit (Oceanic ATOM 2.0 from August 23 to November 23, 2006, and AERIS EPIC from October 18 to November 14, 2006). This recall does not include any other Oceanic or AERIS brand dive computers.

Consumers should take the dive computers to an authorized Oceanic or AERIS dealer to get a free software upgrade.

Consumers can also contact Pelagic at (888) 854-4960 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit (http://www.oceanicworldwide.com/safety_notices.html and http://www.diveaeris.com/safety_notices.html). More info at www.recalls.org.

THINK-PAD NOTEBOOK BATTERIES CAN OVERHEAT

Lenovo (United States) Inc., of Research Triangle Park, N.C. is recalling Lithium-ion extended-life batteries used in ThinkPad notebook computers sold nationwide from November 2005 to February 2007. If the battery in the laptop is struck forcefully on the corner, such as from a direct fall to the ground, the battery pack can overheat and pose a fire hazard to users. This is not an internal battery cell defect.

Lenovo sold these extended-life batteries with new ThinkPad notebook PCs or as optional or replacement batteries for the following ThinkPad notebook models: R Series (R60 and R60e), T Series (T60 and T60p) and Z Series (Z60m, Z61e, Z61m, and Z61p). The recalled 9-cell batteries have the following part number, which can be found on the battery label: FRU P/N 92P1131.

Consumers should contact Lenovo at (800) 426-7378 anytime to receive a free replacement battery. Consumers can also visit http://www-307.ibm.com/pc/support/site.wss/document.do?sitestyle=lenovo&lndo cid=BATT-LENOVO . More info at www.recalls.org.

UPDATE ON PEANUT BUTTER RECALL

Consumers who have any of the products listed below should discard them. Individuals who are not sure if the purchased product contains the recalled peanut butter topping should contact the store where the product was purchased.

The bulk peanut butter was used to make the following toppings:

· Sonic Brand Ready-To-Use Peanut Butter Topping in 6 lb. 10.5 oz cans. Sonic outlets used the topping until 2/16/07, when the product was recalled. The topping was used in the following Sonic products: - Peanut Butter Shake - Peanut Butter Fudge Shake - Peanut Butter Sundae
- Peanut Butter Fudge Sundae
· Carvel Peanut Butter Topping in 6 lb. 10 oz. cans. Carvel used the topping until 2/16/07, when the product was recalled. The topping was used in the following Carvel ice cream products: - Chocolate Peanut Butter - Peanut Butter Treasure
- Peanut Butter & Jelly
- Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Sundae Dasher - Any other customized products containing the Peanut Butter Topping, including peanut butter flavored ice cream in ice cream cakes · J. Hungerford Smith Peanut Butter Dessert Topping in 6 lb. 10 oz. cans: This topping may be used by retail and restaurant outlets throughout the United States but is not available for direct purchase by the public.

Recall Status and More Information

ConAgra informed the public that it is recalling all Peter Pan peanut butter and all Great Value peanut butter beginning with product code 2111. The company’s recall extends to products made since December 2005. More info at www.recalls.org.

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Submitted by traffic101 on Wed, 11/26/2008 - 2:11pm.

Nice article!Proper study should be applied here.

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