US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent recalls and product safety news
Recalls and product safety news from CPSC ( http://www.cpsc.gov) update: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:15:00 GMT
Black Cat Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Injury Hazard
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:15:00 GMT
The firework can produce a loud bang and unexpectedly scatter debris, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders. read more
Children's Jewelry Recalled by Bead Bazaar USA Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT
The children's jewelry could contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. read more
Bayside Furnishings Recalls Youth Bed Toy Chests Sold at Costco After the Death of a 22-Month-Old Child
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT
The lid supports on the toy chests fail to prevent the lid from closing too quickly, posing an entrapment and strangulation hazard to young children. read more
Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Shock Hazard
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT
The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders. read more
Outdoor Canopies Sold Exclusively at BJ's Wholesale Club Recalled by Wanda Technology Due to Fire Hazard
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT
The canopies fail to comply with a voluntary flammability standard could pose a fire hazard to consumers. read more
Hayes Bicycle Group Recalls Quick-Release Devices for Bicycles Due To Fall Hazard
date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT
The quick release devices can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in position on the bicycle, causing the rider to lose control, which poses a serious fall hazard. read more
Paintball Gun Adapters Recalled by RAP4 Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards
date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT
The remote line adapter can burst when over tightened, posing serious impact and laceration hazards to consumers. read more
RadioShack Recalls Power Supplies Due to Electrocution and Fire Hazards
date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT
The recalled power supplies are wired incorrectly, posing electrocution and fire hazards. read more
Redcat Racing Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Vehicles Due to Remote Control Defect
date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:45:00 GMT
The remote control unit can lose its signal, causing the toy vehicle to lose control, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders. read more
Infant Garments Recalled by Rashti & Rashti Due to Choking Hazard
date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:45:00 GMT
The snaps on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. read more
E-Z-GO Recalls RXV Golf Cars Due to Fall Hazard
date: Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:00:00 GMT
The hip restraints on the cars can detach at the base, posing a fall and injury risk to consumers. read more
Children's Jackets and Hoodies with Drawstrings Recalled by Coolibar Inc. Due to Strangulation Hazard
date: Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:30:00 GMT
An internal electrical component failure can cause overheating of the product posing a risk of burn or fire. read more
Hewlett-Packard Co. Recalls Fax Machines Due to Fire Hazard
date: Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:30:00 GMT
An internal electrical component failure can cause overheating of the product posing a risk of burn or fire. read more
Westminster Inc. Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Due to Risk of Fire
date: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:30:00 GMT
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter’s body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers. read more
ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Loss of Speed Control
date: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:30:00 GMT
A manufacturing defect in the carburetor can cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the rider. read more
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