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09-019


10/22/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Rage Wireless Guitars
Sold from June 2008 through September 2008
Performance Designed Products LLC, of Sherman Oaks, Calif.
A circuit board defect can cause AA batteries used in the guitar to leak if the batteries are installed incorrectly, posing a risk of chemical burns to consumers. Consumers should stop using the wireless guitar game controllers immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. Do not contact or return the product to Nintendo.
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09-017


10/21/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Drop Side Cribs
Sold from January 1995 through September 2007
Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y.
When the safety pegs in the base of each leg of the crib are missing from the lower track, the crib locks can disengage and detach if lowered below the peg hole, creating a hazardous gap. This gap can lead to the entrapment and suffocation of an infant or toddler. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to find a safe, alternative sleep environment for their child if their recalled crib is missing safety pegs.
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09-016


10/21/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Drop Side Cribs
Sold from January 2000 through January 2007
Delta Enterprise Corp., of New York, N.Y.
The crib's drop side can detach when the spring peg is not engaged, which can cause an entrapment and suffocation risk to infants and toddlers. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to find a safe, alternative sleep environment for their child until the repair kit, with new safety pegs, is safely installed are the recalled cribs.
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09-015


10/16/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Convertible Cribs
Sold from March 2007 through September 2008
Playkids USA
The sides of the convertible crib are made of a mesh that expands, creating a gap between the mattress and the side through which an infant can slip. This poses suffocation and entrapment hazards for young children. Consumers should stop using the recalled convertible cribs immediately and contact Playkids USA to receive a full refund.
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09-014


10/16/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Baby Walkers
Sold from November 2004 through March 2008
My Way Corp., of San Juan, Puerto Rico
The walkers violate the baby walker voluntary standard and can fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed. Consumers should stop using these walkers immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund.
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09-012


10/15/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Battery Operated Toy "Speed Boats"
Sold from March 2008 through July 2008
Dollar General Merchandising Inc., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
The two battery terminals can come into contact with each other, causing the battery to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or replacement product.
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09-011


10/14/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Alnico Bar Magnets
Sold from May 2008 and September 2008
Home Science Tools, of Billings, Mont.
Surface paints on the magnets contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled magnets away from children and contact Home Science Tools to receive replacement magnets.
See Report
09-007


10/9/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Nerf™ N-Strike Recon Blasters
Sold from November 2007 through August 2008
Hasbro Inc., of Pawtucket, R.I.
The blaster's plunger can pull the user's skin during firing of the toy blaster resulting in injury to the face, neck, and/or chest. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy blasters away from children and contact Hasbro for a free cylindrical cover to prevent additional injuries.
See Report
09-006


10/8/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Girls' Sandals
Sold from February 2008 through June 2008
Rack Room Shoes Inc., of Charlotte. N.C.
The ornamental flowers on the sandals can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the recalled sandals away from children immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund or store credit.
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09-705


10/8/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Heartland/ Yardline/ Backyard Play Systems Outdoor Playset Gliders
Sold from February 2008 through July 2008
Backyard Play Systems LLC, of Monroe, Mich.
Some of the gliders were shipped with assembly instructions that did not inform consumers to tighten all lock nuts during assembly, including those attached by the manufacturer. As a result, some lock nuts were not fully fastened during assembly which could cause the glider to detach, posing a fall hazard to children. Consumers should immediately stop using the gliders until all lock nuts are securely fastened. Backyard Play Systems is notifying all customers directly and is providing written instructions indicating the location of all lock nuts that must be securely fastened.
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09-003


10/7/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Ball and Heart Necklaces, Portable CD and MP3 Players
Sold from May 2007 through August 2008
Tween Brands Inc., of New Albany, Ohio
Surface coatings on these products could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and return them to any Limited Too or Justice store for a full refund and a coupon for a 15% discount off a future purchase.
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09-701


10/1/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Model Year 2008-2009 Can-Am® Youth ATVs
Sold from August 2007 through September 2008
BRP U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.
If the rider is ejected and the cord strap is pulled, the shutoff switch can fail to disable the engine. The ATV can operate uncontrolled, until the engine returns to idle, and cause a collision with bystanders, vehicles or other objects. This poses a serious risk of injury. Parents should stop children from using these vehicles immediately and contact any Can-Am® dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers are being sent a direct notice from BRP.
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08-415


9/30/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Toy Boats
Sold from April 2007 to November 2007
Buzz's Boatyard, of New Smyrna Beach, Fla.
The paint on the recalled toy boats contains an excess level of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Buzz's Boatyard for a refund or an exchange.
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08-412


9/25/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Toy Police Cars
Sold from May 2008 through August 2008
TCB Imports, of Vernon, California
The red paint on the toy cars contains excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should immediately take this toy away from children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund.
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08-410


9/25/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Razor® Dirt Quad Electric Powered Ride-On Vehicles
Sold from August 2006 through September 2007
Razor USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif.
The control module for the throttle can fail and cause the electric ride-on vehicle to unexpectedly surge forward, posing a risk of injury to the user or a bystander. Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Razor for a free replacement controller.
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08-409


9/25/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Razor® PowerWing™ Three-Wheeled Scooters
Sold from October 2007 through September 2008
Razor USA LLC, of Cerritos, Calif.
The undersides of the foot platforms can have sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard to children. Parents should immediately stop children from using the product. Do not return the product to retailers. Contact Razor for a set of free replacement foot platforms.
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08-404


9/23/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Harry Potter Bookends
Sold from June 2004 through January 2006
Giftco Inc., of Vernon Hills, Ill.
The paint on the bookends contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled bookends away from children and return them to Giftco for a refund.
See Report
08-608


9/22/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wood Abacus
Sold from December 2006 through February 2008
LTD Commodities LLC and ABC Distributing, of Bannockburn, Ill.
The wooden rods on the abacus can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the abacus away from children immediately and contact LTD Commodities for instructions on receiving a product credit.
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08-401


9/17/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs
Sold from January 2005 through August 2008
Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa.
Due to sizing problems with the crib's hardware, the drop side can come off the tracks. When the drop side detaches or partially detaches, it creates a hazardous gap, which can lead to infant entrapment and suffocation. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should return the recalled crib to the place of purchase for a refund or store credit. SFCA Inc., of Reading, Pa. is working with retailers to carry out this recall program.
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08-400


9/16/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release MacGregor Folding Soccer Goals, Mitre Folding Soccer Goals
Sold from May 2002 through May 2008
Regent Sports Corporation, of Hauppauge, N.Y.
The fixed knot flexible openings in the soccer goal net can pose a head and neck entrapment or strangulation hazard to young children. Consumers should stop using the recalled soccer goal nets immediately and return them to Regent Sports to receive a free replacement net.
See Report
08-399


9/16/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Metal Water Bottles
Sold from January 2007 through August 2008
Pottery Barn Kids, of San Francisco, Calif.
The sip top on the water bottles can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the recalled water bottles away from children immediately and return them to any Pottery Barn Kids' store for a full refund. If purchased through the catalog or online, contact Pottery Barn Kids to receive a full refund.
See Report
08-396


9/11/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Graco and "Winnie the Pooh" Simplicity Bassinets
Sold from 2002 through 2008
Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa.,
The Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets contain metal bars that are covered by an adjustable fabric flap which is attached by velcro. The fabric is folded down when the bassinet is converted into a bed-side co-sleeping position. If the velcro is not properly re-secured when the flap is adjusted, an infant can slip through the opening and become entrapped in the metal bars and suffocate. Stop using product and return product to store where purchased to received a refund or store credit.
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08-395


9/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release "Protocol" Remote-Controlled Mini Helicopter Toys
Sold from October 2007 through December 2007
Ashley Collection Inc., d.b.a. Protocol, of New York, N.Y.
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. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact the firm for information on how to receive a replacement helicopter.
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08-390


9/3/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Fairy Dust Pendants and Candle Charms
Sold from February 2004 through February 2008
Benjamin International, of Middlebury, Conn.
The recalled metal pendants and charms contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately stop using these pendants/charms and contact Benjamin International to receive a free replacement pendant/charm.
See Report
08-389


9/3/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Action Baby Carriers
Sold from May 2008 through June 2008
Optave Inc., of Alpena, Mich.
The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby. Consumers should immediately stop using the carrier in the positions that require the use of the chest strap and contact Optave to receive free replacement straps.
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08-386


9/3/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Circo Rosette Bobbie Socks
Sold from January 2007 to July 2008
Target, of Minneapolis, Minn.
The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take these socks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund.
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08-383


9/2/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Hooded Sweaters
Sold from August 2006 through April 2008
Empress Arts Ltd., of Monterey Park, Calif.
The sweaters have drawstrings through the hood. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweaters to eliminate the hazard.
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08-604


8/29/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Yayita Baby Hammocks
Sold from September 2007 through August 2008
FlagHouse Inc., of Hasbrouck Heights, N.J.
The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who get entrapped in the seat's restraint straps while upside down. Consumers should immediately stop using the baby hammock and contact FlagHouse to receive a full refund, or credit toward the purchase of another product.
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08-382


8/29/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Bonne Bell Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags
Sold from September 2007 through August 2008
Bonne Bell Co., of Lakewood, Ohio
The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately take the recalled accessory bag away from children and contact Bonne Bell for a replacement bag.
See Report
08-381


8/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Simplicity bassinets

Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa.,
The Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets contain metal bars that are covered by an adjustable fabric flap which is attached by velcro. The fabric is folded down when the bassinet is converted into a bed-side co-sleeping position. If the velcro is not properly re-secured when the flap is adjusted, an infant can slip through the opening and become entrapped in the metal bars and suffocate. Stop using product and return product to store where purchased to received a refund or store credit.
See Report
08-380


8/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys
Sold from January 2002 through August 2008
Habermaass Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y.
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled puzzles, rattles, pacifier holders and stroller toys away from children and contact Habermaass to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
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08-380


8/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys
Sold from January 2002 through August 2008
Habermaass Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y.
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled puzzles, rattles, pacifier holders and stroller toys away from children and contact Habermaass to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
See Report
08-380


8/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys
Sold from January 2002 through August 2008
Habermaass Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y.
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled puzzles, rattles, pacifier holders and stroller toys away from children and contact Habermaass to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
See Report
08-380


8/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys
Sold from January 2002 through August 2008
Habermaass Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y.
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled puzzles, rattles, pacifier holders and stroller toys away from children and contact Habermaass to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
See Report
08-380


8/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys
Sold from January 2002 through August 2008
Habermaass Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y.
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled puzzles, rattles, pacifier holders and stroller toys away from children and contact Habermaass to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
See Report
08-380


8/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys
Sold from January 2002 through August 2008
Habermaass Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y.
The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard. Consumers should immediately take the recalled puzzles, rattles, pacifier holders and stroller toys away from children and contact Habermaass to receive a free replacement product or a full refund.
See Report
08-379


8/29/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets
Sold from September 2005 through May 2008
Orioxi International Corp., of Brea, Calif.
The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumer can return the garments to the place of purchase for a refund.
See Report
08-377


8/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Phil & Teds e3 Single Buggy, e3 Twin Buggy and sport v1 Single Buggy Strollers
Sold from August 2003 through August 2008
Regal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga.
The stroller's hinge locking mechanism poses a laceration hazard to the user folding and unfolding the strollers Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Regal Lager to obtain a free hinge cover repair kit and instructions.
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08-373


8/26/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Taggies Strollin' Along Stroller Activity Bars
Sold from February 2007 through July 2008
International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.
The shiny material on the elephant's ear on the activity bar can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately stop using the activity bars and contact International Playthings for a free replacement toy.
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08-364


8/19/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Batteries Used In Radio-Controlled Helicopter Kits
Sold from November 2007 through March 2008
Hobbico Inc., of Champaign, Ill.
The rechargeable battery can overheat and catch fire while charging, igniting nearby combustible materials. This poses a fire hazard to consumers. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled batteries and contact Hobbico for instructions on returning their battery for a free replacement battery.
See Report
08-599


8/12/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Sun Smarties™ Children's Board Skirts
Sold from May 1, 2008 through May 9, 2008
Chelsea & Scott Ltd., of Lake Bluff, Ill.
The paint on the grommets of the skirts contains an excess level of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should immediately take these skirts away from young children and return them to Chelsea & Scott Ltd to receive a replacement skirt or refund. Consumers will be sent a postage paid envelope from Chelsea & Scott Ltd.
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08-362


8/7/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Learning Pots & Pans™ Toys
Sold from October 2007 to August 2008
Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, NY
Missing screws in the blue toy pan can cause the clear plastic cover to come loose and release small balls, presenting a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take these recalled toys away from children and examine the bottom of the blue pan. The pan should contain six screws. If all six screws are installed, no further action is necessary. If any screws are missing, the consumer should contact Fisher-Price to arrange for the return of the blue pan for a replacement.
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08-358


8/6/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Hooded Sweatshirts
Sold from July 2007 through December 2007
Raw Blue Sportswear, of Moonachie, NJ
The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can return the garment to the place of purchase or Raw Blue Sportswear for a refund.
See Report
08-357


8/6/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Drawstring Hoodies
Sold from January 2007 through March 2007
Request Jeans, of New York, N.Y.
The hoodies have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Request Jeans to receive a refund.
See Report
08-356


8/6/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release BongoCheetah Girls Jackets
Sold from November 2007 through August 2008
Kids with Character LLC, of New York, N.Y.
The garments have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist by drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either Marshall's retail store or Kids with Character for a full refund.
See Report
08-351


8/5/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Davenport Cribs
Sold from December 2006 through September 2007
Baby Appleseed, of City of Industry, Calif.
The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards for cribs. The cribs have a two mattress support system. The secondary mattress support, used for the lowest position, does not meet the full 26 inch minimum height in its lowest position, allowing children inside to crawl over the railing, posing a fall hazard. Consumers should stop using the recalled cribs in the third lowest position, which uses the wooden mattress support, and contact Baby Appleseed to receive a repair kit. Consumers who are currently using the crib with the metal mattress support in the top or middle positions can continue to use the crib in those positions while awaiting a repair kit. (NOTE: Repair Kits will be available from the firm in mid-August 2008)
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08-350


8/5/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Cribs
Sold from March 2006 through March 2008
Mother Hubbard's Cupboards, of Toronto, Canada
The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards. The distance between the mattress support bracket in the lowest position and the top of the side rail in the highest position is less than the required 26 inches, posing a fall hazard to children who climb over the railing. Consumers should stop using the cribs immediately and contact Mother Hubbard's Cupboards to receive instructions on how to re-install the support brackets to eliminate the hazard.
See Report
08-347


7/29/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Toys
Sold from December 2007 through May 2008
Earthentree of Kirkland, Wash.
The recalled toys contain small parts or can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard. The recalled rattles violate the federal rattle standard. Some of the toys also have a string longer than 12 inches, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Earthentree for exchange or refund.
See Report
08-347


7/29/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Toys
Sold from December 2007 through May 2008
Earthentree of Kirkland, Wash.
The recalled toys contain small parts or can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard. The recalled rattles violate the federal rattle standard. Some of the toys also have a string longer than 12 inches, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Earthentree for exchange or refund.
See Report
08-347


7/29/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Toys
Sold from December 2007 through May 2008
Earthentree of Kirkland, Wash.
The recalled toys contain small parts or can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard. The recalled rattles violate the federal rattle standard. Some of the toys also have a string longer than 12 inches, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Earthentree for exchange or refund.
See Report
08-347


7/29/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wooden Toys
Sold from December 2007 through May 2008
Earthentree of Kirkland, Wash.
The recalled toys contain small parts or can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard. The recalled rattles violate the federal rattle standard. Some of the toys also have a string longer than 12 inches, which can pose a strangulation hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Earthentree for exchange or refund.
See Report
08-597


7/25/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Stuffed Toy Dogs
Sold from October 2007 through December 2007
Daiso LLC, of Burlingame, Calif.
The stuffed toys contain small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled magnets and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.
See Report
08-345


7/24/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release U-shaped Magnets, Bar Magnets, Magnet Sets and Magnet Needle Sets
Sold from April 2000 through February 2008
Pacific Science Supplies Inc., of Bensenville, Ill
The paint on the magnets can contain excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled magnets and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.
See Report
08-344


7/24/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Classic Horseshoe Magnet
Sold from March 2003 through April 2008
Dowling Magnets, of Sonoma, Calif.
The plastic coating on the magnets contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Consumers should immediately take the classic horseshoe magnets away from children and contact Dowling Magnets to receive a free replacement horseshoe magnet.
See Report
08-343


7/24/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Bright Starts Ring Rattles
Sold from January 2008 through June 2008
Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
The tip of the rattle's antenna, which is attached to a bee figure, can detach and pose a choking hazard to small children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from small children and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement rattle.
See Report
08-341


7/22/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release "Sky Scrambler" and "The Sharper Image" Wireless Indoor Helicopters
Sold from June 2007 through May 2008
Innovage LLC, of Foothill Ranch, Calif.
The rechargeable lithium ion battery inside the helicopters can overheat, catch fire, and ignite nearby combustibles, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helicopters and contact Innovage for a full refund.
See Report
08-336


7/22/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release It's My Binky's Personalized Pacifiers
Sold from February 2006 through June 2008
It's My Binky, of Henderson, Nev.
The pacifier button, ring handle and shield with nipple can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. Consumers should immediately take these pacifiers away from children and return them to the store where purchased or contact the firm if purchased online to receive a free replacement pacifier.
See Report
08-329


7/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release "Faded Glory" Lip Gloss, Locket, and Bracelet Sets
Sold from May 2008 through June 2008
F.A.F. Inc., of Greenville, R.I.
The lobster claw clasp on the bracelet contains high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately take the bracelet away from children and return the set to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
See Report
08-327


7/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Charm Craft Kits
Sold from July 2007 through April 2008
Action Products International Inc., of Ocala, Fla.
The clasp in the charm craft kits contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and contact Action Products International for instructions on returning it for a free replacement.
See Report
08-326


7/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Necklaces with Ballet Shoes Charms
Sold from January 2003 through June 2008
Parragon Inc., New York, New York
Solder on the charm of the necklace may contain high levels of lead, which if ingested by young children can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Parragon for instructions on how to return the necklace and receive a free children's book.
See Report
08-326


7/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Necklaces with Ballet Shoes Charms
Sold from January 2003 through June 2008
Parragon Inc., New York, New York
Solder on the charm of the necklace may contain high levels of lead, which if ingested by young children can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Parragon for instructions on how to return the necklace and receive a free children's book.
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08-326


7/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Necklaces with Ballet Shoes Charms
Sold from January 2003 through June 2008
Parragon Inc., New York, New York
Solder on the charm of the necklace may contain high levels of lead, which if ingested by young children can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Parragon for instructions on how to return the necklace and receive a free children's book.
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08-324


7/3/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release "It's a Girl Thing" Bracelets, Necklaces, and Phone Charms
Sold from February 2006 through June 2008
Bead Bazaar USA Inc., of Rockville, Md.
The children's jewelry could contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
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08-323


7/3/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release LaJolla Boat Bed and Pirates of the Caribbean Twin Trundle Beds
Sold from January 2006 through May 2008
Bayside Furnishings (a division of Whalen™), of San Diego, Calif.
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. Consumers should immediately stop children from using the recalled toy chests and contact the firm for instructions on receiving a free repair kit with replacement lid supports.
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08-318


7/1/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Redcat Racing FM Remote Controlled Vehicles
Sold from March 2007 through April 2008
Redcat Racing Co., of Phoenix, Ariz.
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. Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Redcat Racing for a replacement remote control.
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08-317


7/1/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Taggies™ Sleep 'n Play Infant Garments
Sold from June 2007 through May 2008
Rashti & Rashti, of New York, N.Y.
The snaps on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take these garments away from children and contact Rashti & Rashti to receive a refund.
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08-316


6/27/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Sun Block Jackets and Hoodies
Sold from March 2005 through April 2008
Coolibar Inc., of St. Louis Park, Minn.
The garments have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstring from the jacket or hoodie to eliminate the hazard, or contact the firm for instructions on returning the garment to the firm for a full refund.
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08-315


6/26/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release "Thunder Wolf" Remote Controlled Indoor Helicopters
Sold from June 2007 through December 2007
Westminster Inc., of Atlanta, Ga.
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. Consumers should immediately stop playing with the recalled helicopters and contact Westminster Inc. for a refund. Retailers will not accept returns or provide a refund.
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08-314


6/26/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release 2nd Nature Built to Grow Cribs
Sold from March 2006 through December 2007
Stanley Furniture Company Inc., of Stanleytown, Va.
The cribs could fail to meet a federal safety standard for crib dimensions. When the mattress support is in the middle setting, the space between the mattress and the crib could be too wide, posing an entrapment hazard to infants. Consumers should immediately stop using the crib in the middle mattress setting, and adjust it to the low or high setting. Contact Stanley Furniture to determine if the crib is subject to this recall, and if it is, to receive a free replacement crib headboard.
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08-312


6/24/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Jardine Cribs
Sold from January 2002 through May 2008
Jardine Enterprises, of Taipei, Taiwan
The wooden crib slats and spindles can break, creating a gap, which can pose an entrapment and strangulation hazard to infants. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Jardine to receive a full credit toward the purchase of a new crib.
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08-311


6/24/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Nordstrom's Cadence-Lea and Trio-Lea Girl's Sandals
Sold from March 2008 through May 2008
Nordstrom Inc. of Seattle, Wash.
The flower embellishments on the sandals can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the recalled sandals away from children immediately and return the sandals to any Nordstrom store for a full refund.
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08-587


6/24/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Playground Tire Swings
Sold from February 1995 through March 2008
Miracle Recreation Equipment Co., of Monett, Mo.
The hanger clamp on the tire swing can fail causing the tire swing to detach. This poses a fall hazard to young children and risk of serious injury. Consumers should immediately remove the tire swing, including the swivel, chains and tire from the hanger clamp until a free repair kit is installed. The company has sent direct mail notices to consumers.
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08-307


6/19/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release "Hip Charm" Key Chains
Sold from April 2005 through June 2008
Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.
The charms on the key chain can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should not allow children to handle the key chain and return it to any Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
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08-305


6/12/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Playsafe Spinning Quad Merry-Go-Rounds
Sold from January 2008 through March 2008
Pacific Cycle Inc., of Madison, Wis.
The inner bearing on the merry-go-round can fail, causing the seat assembly to suddenly drop to the ground. This poses a fall hazard to children riding the merry-go-round. Consumers should immediately take the merry-go-round away from children and return it to Toys R Us for a full refund, or contact Pacific Cycle to receive a free retrofit kit.
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08-304


6/12/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Infant and Toddler Shortalls
Sold from March 2007 through February 2008
Sara Lynn Togs, of Atlanta, Ga.
The buttons on the shoulder straps can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately return the recalled shortalls to Sara Lynn Togs for a full refund.
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08-302


6/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Camouflage Pajama Sets
Sold from December 2006 to January 2008
The Children's Place Retail Stores Inc., of Secaucus, N.J.
The screen print on the shirt contains excess levels of lead. Consumers should immediately take the pajama sets from children and return them to any The Children's Place store for a full refund.
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08-299


6/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Adventure Play Sets and Create N Adventure Wooden Play Sets
Sold from January 2008 through May 2008
Backyard Leisure LLC, of Pittsburg, Kan.
Hangers holding the chains for the gliders can break, causing a child to fall and suffer injuries. Consumers should immediately remove the gliders from the swing sets and contact Backyard Leisure to receive free replacement glider hangers and repair instructions.
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08-299


6/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Adventure Play Sets and Create N Adventure Wooden Play Sets
Sold from January 2008 through May 2008
Backyard Leisure LLC, of Pittsburg, Kan.
Hangers holding the chains for the gliders can break, causing a child to fall and suffer injuries. Consumers should immediately remove the gliders from the swing sets and contact Backyard Leisure to receive free replacement glider hangers and repair instructions.
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08-299


6/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Adventure Play Sets and Create N Adventure Wooden Play Sets
Sold from January 2008 through May 2008
Backyard Leisure LLC, of Pittsburg, Kan.
Hangers holding the chains for the gliders can break, causing a child to fall and suffer injuries. Consumers should immediately remove the gliders from the swing sets and contact Backyard Leisure to receive free replacement glider hangers and repair instructions.
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08-299


6/10/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Adventure Play Sets and Create N Adventure Wooden Play Sets
Sold from January 2008 through May 2008
Backyard Leisure LLC, of Pittsburg, Kan.
Hangers holding the chains for the gliders can break, causing a child to fall and suffer injuries. Consumers should immediately remove the gliders from the swing sets and contact Backyard Leisure to receive free replacement glider hangers and repair instructions.
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08-298


6/5/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Animal Tracking Explorer Kit
Sold from September 2007 through December 2007
MindWare, of Roseville, Minn.
The powder in the kit marked "plaster of paris" is actually calcium hydroxide, which poses a risk of skin and eye irritation to children using the product. Consumers should immediately take the recalled explorer kit away from children and contact MindWare to receive either a free replacement product or for a full refund.
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08-296


6/5/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Simmons Kids Crib Mattresses
Sold from July 2006 through May 2008
Simmons Kids, a division of The Simmons Manufacturing Co., LLC of Atlanta, Ga.
Some of the crib mattresses can measure smaller than the 27 1/4 inch minimum width requirement for cribs, creating a gap between the mattress and crib side rails, posing an entrapment hazard to infants. Consumers should measure the width of their mattress using a reliable measuring device, such as a yard stick or tape measure, by removing all outer coverings, placing mattress on floor and measuring the width near the middle, from the outside edge of the tape binding to the opposite side of the mattress. Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress if it measures less than 27 1/4 inches and contact Simmons Kids to receive a free replacement mattress.
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08-582


6/5/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Mini Chef Complete Toy Kitchens
Sold from October 2007 through November 2007
eStyle Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
The four pegs supporting the oven shelf and four pegs supporting the refrigerator shelf can pull out of the wood, posing a choking hazard to children. The toy kitchen unit also can tip over, posing a risk of serious injury to children. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact the firm for a store credit. All known users have been contacted.
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08-581


6/5/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Wendy Bellissimo Hidden Hills Collection Cribs
Sold from November 2007 through February 2008
Bassettbaby, of Bassett, Va.
The space between the spindles on some cribs can fail to meet federal standards and can pose an entrapment hazard to infants. Consumers should stop using the crib immediately and contact Bassettbaby to schedule an in-home inspection of the crib. Recalled cribs will be replaced. The firm has contacted consumers directly.
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08-579


6/3/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Children's Jewelry
Sold from October 2007 through December 2007
Daiso Seattle LLC, of Lynnwood, Wash.
The jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should immediately take the jewelry from young children and return the item to the store where purchased for a full refund.
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08-294


5/28/2008
Click Image to see CPSC News Release Makit & Bakit Jewelry Sets and Suncatcher Sets
Sold from August 2007 through March 2008
QuinCrafts, of Dexter, Mich.
The clasps on some of the jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by y