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Report 09-019 10/22/2008 |
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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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Report 09-017 10/21/2008 |
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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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Report 09-016 10/21/2008 |
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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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Report 09-015 10/16/2008 |
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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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Report 09-014 10/16/2008 |
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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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Report 09-012 10/15/2008 |
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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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Report 09-011 10/14/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 09-007 10/9/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 09-006 10/8/2008 |
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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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Report 09-705 10/8/2008 |
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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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Report 09-003 10/7/2008 |
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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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Report 09-701 10/1/2008 |
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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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Report 08-415 9/30/2008 |
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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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Report 08-412 9/25/2008 |
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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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Report 08-410 9/25/2008 |
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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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Report 08-409 9/25/2008 |
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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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Report 08-404 9/23/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-608 9/22/2008 |
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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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Report 08-401 9/17/2008 |
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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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Report 08-400 9/16/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-399 9/16/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-396 9/11/2008 |
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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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Report 08-395 9/10/2008 |
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"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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Report 08-390 9/3/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-389 9/3/2008 |
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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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Report 08-386 9/3/2008 |
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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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Report 08-383 9/2/2008 |
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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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Report 08-604 8/29/2008 |
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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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Report 08-382 8/29/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-381 8/28/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-380 8/28/2008 |
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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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Report 08-380 8/28/2008 |
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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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Report 08-380 8/28/2008 |
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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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Report 08-380 8/28/2008 |
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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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Report 08-380 8/28/2008 |
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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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Report 08-380 8/28/2008 |
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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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Report 08-379 8/29/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-377 8/28/2008 |
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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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Report 08-373 8/26/2008 |
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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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Report 08-364 8/19/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-599 8/12/2008 |
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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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Report 08-362 8/7/2008 |
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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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Report 08-358 8/6/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-357 8/6/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-356 8/6/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-351 8/5/2008 |
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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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Report 08-350 8/5/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-347 7/29/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-347 7/29/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-347 7/29/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-347 7/29/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-597 7/25/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-345 7/24/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-344 7/24/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-343 7/24/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-341 7/22/2008 |
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"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. |
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Report 08-336 7/22/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-329 7/10/2008 |
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"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. |
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Report 08-327 7/10/2008 |
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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. |
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Report 08-326 7/10/2008 |
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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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Report 08-326 7/10/2008 |
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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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Report 08-326 7/10/2008 |
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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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Report 08-324 7/3/2008 |
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"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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Report 08-323 7/3/2008 |
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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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Report 08-318 7/1/2008 |
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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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Report 08-317 7/1/2008 |
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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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Report 08-316 6/27/2008 |
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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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Report 08-315 6/26/2008 |
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"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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Report 08-314 6/26/2008 |
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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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Report 08-312 6/24/2008 |
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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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Report 08-311 6/24/2008 |
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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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Report 08-587 6/24/2008 |
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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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Report 08-307 6/19/2008 |
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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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Report 08-305 6/12/2008 |
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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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Report 08-304 6/12/2008 |
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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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Report 08-302 6/10/2008 |
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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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Report 08-299 6/10/2008 |
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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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Report 08-299 6/10/2008 |
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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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Report 08-299 6/10/2008 |
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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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Report 08-299 6/10/2008 |
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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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Report 08-298 6/5/2008 |
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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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Report 08-296 6/5/2008 |
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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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Report 08-582 6/5/2008 |
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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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Report 08-581 6/5/2008 |
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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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Report 08-579 6/3/2008 |
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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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Report 08-294 5/28/2008 |
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& 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 |