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Report 10-041 11/18/2009 |
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Youth Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets Sold from September 2005 through September 2009 Grand World Inc., of Maspeth, N.Y. | The sweatshirts 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the place of purchase for a full refund. |
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Report 10-040 11/18/2009 |
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"Bobby Chupete" Pacifiers Sold from November 2004 through July 2009 Grand World Inc., of Maspeth, N.Y. | The pacifiers fail to meet federal safety standards. The pacifier mouth guard is too small, posing a choking hazard to infants and toddlers. | Consumer should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from infants and toddlers and contact Grand World for a refund or a replacement pacifier. |
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Report 10-707 11/18/2009 |
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Yayita Baby Hammocks Sold from December 2007 through July 2008 Three Sisters Toys Inc., Neptune Beach, Fla. | The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who become entrapped in the seat’s restraint straps while upside down. | Consumers should immediately stop using the baby hammock and return it to Three Sisters Toys to receive a full refund. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of this product. |
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Report 10-033 11/09/2009 |
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Maclaren Strollers Sold from 1999 through November 2009 Maclaren USA, Inc., of South Norwalk, Conn. | The stroller’s hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller. | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled strollers and contact Maclaren USA to receive a free repair kit. |
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Report 10-032 11/05/2009 |
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Young Artist Easels Sold from July 2004 through June 2009 MacPherson’s, of Emeryville, Calif. | The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumer should immediately take these recalled easels away from children and contact the firm to receive a free replacement chalkboard panel. |
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Report 10-029 11/05/2009 |
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Adventure Playsets Wooden Play Sets Sold from January 2004 through December 2007 Adventure Playsets, of Amarillo, Texas | The plastic coated lumber on the horizontal ladder (monkey bar/swing beam) can weaken over time due to rotting of the whitewood (spruce, pine and fir species), resulting in a fall hazard. | Consumers should immediately stop using the swing sets and contact Adventure Playsets to receive a replacement kit. |
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Report 10-029 11/05/2009 |
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Adventure Playsets Wooden Play Sets Sold from January 2004 through December 2007 Adventure Playsets, of Amarillo, Texas | The plastic coated lumber on the horizontal ladder (monkey bar/swing beam) can weaken over time due to rotting of the whitewood (spruce, pine and fir species), resulting in a fall hazard. | Consumers should immediately stop using the swing sets and contact Adventure Playsets to receive a replacement kit. |
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Report 10-029 11/05/2009 |
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Adventure Playsets Wooden Play Sets Sold from January 2004 through December 2007 Adventure Playsets, of Amarillo, Texas | The plastic coated lumber on the horizontal ladder (monkey bar/swing beam) can weaken over time due to rotting of the whitewood (spruce, pine and fir species), resulting in a fall hazard. | Consumers should immediately stop using the swing sets and contact Adventure Playsets to receive a replacement kit. |
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Report 10-029 11/05/2009 |
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Adventure Playsets Wooden Play Sets Sold from January 2004 through December 2007 Adventure Playsets, of Amarillo, Texas | The plastic coated lumber on the horizontal ladder (monkey bar/swing beam) can weaken over time due to rotting of the whitewood (spruce, pine and fir species), resulting in a fall hazard. | Consumers should immediately stop using the swing sets and contact Adventure Playsets to receive a replacement kit. |
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Report 10-026 10/28/2009 |
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Halloween Flashlights Sold from August 2009 through September 2009 Target, of Minneapolis, Minn. | The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers. | Consumer should immediately stop using the flashlights and return the product to any Target store for a full refund. |
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Report 10-021 10/26/2009 |
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"My Baby Soother" Pacifiers Sold from August 2007 through July 2009 T & L Trading Corp., of Brooklyn, N.Y. | The pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards because the nipples can separate from the base easily, posing a choking hazard to infants and toddlers. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from infants and toddlers and discard them. |
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Report 10-018 10/22/2009 |
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Fiesta Masquerade and Home Olympic Flatware Sold from August 2008 through August 2009 Cambridge Silversmiths Ltd. Inc., of Fairfield, N.J. | The plastic decorative inserts on the flatware’s handles can detach during dishwashing, posing a choking hazard to children. | Consumers should stop using the recalled flatware sets immediately and contact the company to return the product and obtain a free replacement. |
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Report 10-005 10/06/2009 |
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Wooden Toys Sold from December 2008 through May 2009 Daiso California LLC, of Burlingame, Calif. | The toys have small parts that can break and detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement toy or a full refund. |
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Report 10-005 10/06/2009 |
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Wooden Toys Sold from December 2008 through May 2009 Daiso California LLC, of Burlingame, Calif. | The toys have small parts that can break and detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement toy or a full refund. |
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Report 10-004 10/06/2009 |
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Children’s Toys, Purses and Pen Cases Sold from March 2008 through May 2009 Daiso California LLC, of Burlingame, Calif. | The surface paint on the balancing toys and zippers of the purses and pen cases contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint ban. The inflatable baseball bat toys contain excessive levels of DEHP, violating the federal phthalate standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Daiso for a free replacement product or a full refund. |
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Report 09-348 09/23/2009 |
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Wooden Bunk Beds Sold from May 2008 through February 2009 Big Lots Stores, Inc., of Columbus, Ohio | The bunk beds’ mattress support slats and side support railings can break, posing a risk of the bunk bed collapsing and a fall hazard to consumers. | Consumers should immediately stop using recalled bunk beds and contact Big Lots to return the defective parts and to receive a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-344 09/17/2009 |
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Children’s Shoes Sold from February 2009 through July 2009 C & J Clark America Inc., d/b/a the Clarks Companies N.A., of Newton, Mass. | Molded rubber pieces on the sole of the recalled shoes can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children. | Consumers should immediately take the shoes away from children and return them to the nearest Clarks® store for a full refund. |
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Report 09-767 09/08/2009 |
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Children’s Hooded Fleece Sweatshirts Sold from June 2009 through August 2009 La Jolla Sport USA Inc., of Irvine, Calif. | The recalled sweatshirts 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, and return the garment to the place of purchase or to the firm for a full refund. |
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Report 09-338 09/08/2009 |
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Children’s Animal Masks and Pendants Sold from November 2008 through March 2009 Team Work Trading, of Los Angeles, Calif. | The recalled children’s animal masks and pendants contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumer should immediately stop using the recalled items and contact Team Work Trading for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-334 08/27/2009 |
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Baby Jogger City Mini Strollers Sold from November 2007 through July 2009 Baby Jogger LLC, of Richmond, Va. | The stroller’s restraint buckle could break or unlatch allowing the child or infant to fall out. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Baby Jogger to receive a free replacement restraint buckle and installation instructions. |
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Report 09-332 08/27/2009 |
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Force Soldier Playsets, Pirate Expeditions with Parrot, and Pirate Expeditions with Treasure Sold from September 2007 through July 2009 Liquidation Outlet, Inc., of Lakewood, Wash. | The action figure toys have surface paints which contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled products away from young children immediately and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or exchange for another toy. |
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Report 09-330 08/27/2009 |
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Roxy Girl “Very Nice” Cotton Hoodies Sold from April 2009 through August 2009 Quiksilver, Inc., of Huntington Beach, Calif. | The cotton hoodie has a waist drawstring that could pose an entrapment 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 drawstrings from the hoodies to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase or to Quiksilver for a full refund. |
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Report 09-320 08/20/2009 |
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eebee’s “Have a Ball” Adventures Cloth Books Sold from June 2008 through June 2009 Sterling Publishing Co. Inc, of New York, New York | A string attaching a ball to the book can become entangled in the basketball hoop element, posing a strangulation hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the book away from children, and return the product to the place of purchase for a refund. |
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Report 09-318 08/20/2009 |
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Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets Sold from April 2009 and July 2009 Weight Watchers Intl., of New York, N.Y. | Sewing needles have been found in the stuffing of the Hungry Figures, posing a puncture hazard to consumers. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Hungry Figures and Hungry Magnets and return them to Weight Watchers to receive a full refund or a credit towards the purchase of another product. |
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Report 09-310 08/19/2009 |
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2009 d’lite ST and Solo ST Child Trailers Sold from November 2008 through June 2009 Burley Design LLC, of Eugene, Ore. | The axle assembly’s internal sleeve can loosen, causing one wheel to separate from the trailer. This poses a risk of injury to the child occupant or bike rider. | Consumers should stop using the trailer immediately and contact Burley to receive a free repair kit or to locate a retailer to assist with the free repair. |
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Report 09-304 08/13/2009 |
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Little Tikes™ Workshops Sets and Trucks Sold from March 1994 through June 2009 Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio | The recalled workshop sets and trucks have oversized, plastic toy nails that can pose a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the toy nails away from young children and contact the firm for a free replacement toy nail. |
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Report 09-302 08/06/2009 |
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Circo Booster Seats Sold from December 2008 through June 2009 Target, of Minneapolis, Minn. | The booster seat restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, allowing a child to fall from the chair and be injured. | Consumers should immediately stop using the booster seat and return the item to the nearest Target store to receive a full refund. |
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Report 09-301 08/06/2009 |
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Jump ‘n Jive™ Doorway Jumpers Sold from April 2009 through July 2009 Graco Children’s Products Inc., of Atlanta, Ga. | The recalled doorway jumpers include detachable toys that are attached to the jumper straps with strips of hook and loop fabric. The strips of fabric are not permanently attached to the toys and can become detached during use, posing a choking hazard. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and remove and discard the detachable toys and the attaching fabric strips and call the manufacturer for a replacement set of toys. After the toys and fabric strips are removed, consumers can continue to use the jumper and interactive musical dance mat. |
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Report 09-300 08/06/2009 |
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Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates Sold from January 2005 through July 2009 Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind. | The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs. | Consumers should stop using the recalled gate and contact the company to obtain a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-761 08/04/2009 |
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La Siesta Yayita Baby Hammocks Sold from July 2005 through August 2008 Kaplan Early Learning Company, of Lewisville, N.C. | The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who become entrapped in the seat’s restraint straps while upside down. | Consumers should immediately stop using the baby hammock and contact Nova Natural to receive a free replacement hammock. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of this product. |
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Report 09-760 08/04/2009 |
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Yayita Baby Hammocks Sold from October 2007 through October 2008 Nova Natural Toys & Crafts LLC, of Williston, Vt. | The hammock can flip over, posing a serious fall hazard and strangulation hazard to infants who become entrapped in the seat’s restraint straps while upside down. | Consumers should immediately stop using the baby hammock and contact Nova Natural to receive a free replacement hammock. The firm has contacted all known purchasers of this product. |
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Report 09-290 07/30/2009 |
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Little Tikes Clubhouse Swing Set Sold from October 2008 through March 2009 Little Tikes, of Hudson, Ohio | The recalled swing sets did not come with assembly directions for the swing seat harness. The swing seat harness assembly needs to be completed by the consumer. The swing seats can detach if the harness is not assembled properly, which could result in fall and injury during use. | Consumers should stop using recalled swing sets immediately until they have obtained and carefully read the assembly instructions for the swing seat harness. Instructions can be obtained by accessing the Little Tikes Web site or by calling the firm’s hotline. |
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Report 09-289 07/30/2009 |
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Boys Hooded Sweatshirts and Warm Up Sets Sold from September 2008 through June 2009 Burlington Coat Factory, of Burlington, N.J. | The sweatshirts and jackets to the warm up sets have drawstrings through the hoods, 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 drawstrings from the sweatshirts and jackets to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to any Burlington Coat Factory store for a refund or credit. |
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Report 09-287 07/28/2009 |
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BabyBjörn® Babysitter Balance and BabyBjörn® Babysitter Balance Air bouncer chairs Sold from September 2008 through July 2009 BabySwede LLC, of Cleveland, OH | Small, sharp metal objects found in the padded area of the bouncer chair can protrude, posing a laceration hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using both Babysitter Balance and Babysitter Balance Air bouncer chairs and contact BabySwede LLC for instructions on how to return the recalled products for inspection and relabeling. If any metal pieces are found through inspection, the consumer will be provided with a new BabyBjörn® Babysitter Balance product. |
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Report 09-757 07/24/2009 |
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"Reflections of Magic" Hanging Mirrors Sold from November 2008 through March 2009 The Bradford Exchange Ltd., of Niles, III. | The metal plate used for hanging the mirror can become detached and cause the mirror to fall, posing an impact or laceration hazard to consumers. | Consumers should stop using the mirrors with loose hanging devices immediately and contact the Bradford Exchange for instructions and to receive a refund. |
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Report 09-286 07/23/2009 |
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My Pal Scout Electronic Plush Toy Dogs Sold from May 2009 through June 2009 LeapFrog Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif. | The decals on the paws of the plush toy can be removed and ingested by a child, posing a choking hazard. | Consumers should immediately take the toy away from young children and contact LeapFrog to receive a replacement My Pal Scout with embroidered paws rather than decals. |
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Report 09-753 07/21/2009 |
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Power Functions IR Remote Controls Sold from April 2009 through May 2009 LEGO Systems Inc., of Enfield, Conn. | The batteries in the remote controls can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled remote controls, and contact LEGO Systems Inc. to determine if their unit needs to be replaced. Consumers with defective remote controls will receive a replacement product. LEGO Systems Inc. is directly contacting consumers who purchased this product. |
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Report 09-281 07/21/2009 |
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Buster Brown & Co.'s Clog Children's Shoes Sold from August 2007 through June 2009 Brown Shoe Co. Inc., of St. Louis, Mo. and its affiliate Pagoda International Footwear Ltd., of Hong Kong. | The shoe has decorative wheels that can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Customers should immediately take this product away from children and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. |
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Report 09-278 07/16/2009 |
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Hooded jackets Sold in July 2008 EMH Associates Inc., of New York, N.Y. | The jackets have a drawstring around the waist which can pose an entrapment 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 drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to EMH Associates Inc. for a full refund. |
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Report 09-275 07/16/2009 |
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Evenflo Switch-A-Roo Telephone Toys Sold between October 2008 and June 2009 Evenflo Co. Inc., of Miamisburg, Ohio | A mirror decal attached to the toy can peel away, posing a potential choking hazard. | Consumers should immediately remove the mirror decal from the toy and permanently dispose of it. |
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Report 09-274 07/15/2009 |
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Youth Hooded Sweatshirts Sold from November 2008 through December 2008 Propac Distributing Corp., of Gardena, Calif. | The sweatshirts 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment with drawstring to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers also can return the sweatshirts to Propac Distributing for a full refund. |
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Report 09-270 07/09/2009 |
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Hard Tail girl’s hooded jackets and pullover sweatshirts Sold from July 2007 through September 2008 Hard Tail, of Santa Monica, Calif. | The jackets and pullovers have a drawstring through the hood or waist 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or 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 Hard Tail for a refund. |
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Report 09-269 07/09/2009 |
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Boys’ Hooded Sweatshirts Sold from December 2008 through April 2009 C-Mrk Inc., of Vernon, Calif. | The hooded sweatshirts 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or 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 C-Mrk for a full refund. |
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Report 09-267 07/09/2009 |
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DesignWare Sport Balls Sold from August 2004 through April 2009 American Greetings Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio | The surface coating on the basketball contains excessive levels of lead, in violation of the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled sport balls away from children and contact American Greetings to receive a coupon for a replacement product. |
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Report 09-265 07/08/2009 |
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Kolcraft, Carter’s, Sesame Street, Jeep, Contours, Care Bear and Eric Carle Play Yards Sold from January 2000 through January 2009 Kolcraft Enterprises Inc. of Chicago, Ill. | The play yard’s side rail can fail to latch properly and when a child pushes against the rail it can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the play yard and contact Kolcraft for a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-265 07/08/2009 |
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Kolcraft, Carter’s, Sesame Street, Jeep, Contours, Care Bear and Eric Carle Play Yards Sold from January 2000 through January 2009 Kolcraft Enterprises Inc. of Chicago, Ill. | The play yard’s side rail can fail to latch properly and when a child pushes against the rail it can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the play yard and contact Kolcraft for a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-265 07/08/2009 |
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Kolcraft, Carter’s, Sesame Street, Jeep, Contours, Care Bear and Eric Carle Play Yards Sold from January 2000 through January 2009 Kolcraft Enterprises Inc. of Chicago, Ill. | The play yard’s side rail can fail to latch properly and when a child pushes against the rail it can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the play yard and contact Kolcraft for a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-265 07/08/2009 |
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Kolcraft, Carter’s, Sesame Street, Jeep, Contours, Care Bear and Eric Carle Play Yards Sold from January 2000 through January 2009 Kolcraft Enterprises Inc. of Chicago, Ill. | The play yard’s side rail can fail to latch properly and when a child pushes against the rail it can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the play yard and contact Kolcraft for a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-265 07/08/2009 |
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Kolcraft, Carter’s, Sesame Street, Jeep, Contours, Care Bear and Eric Carle Play Yards Sold from January 2000 through January 2009 Kolcraft Enterprises Inc. of Chicago, Ill. | The play yard’s side rail can fail to latch properly and when a child pushes against the rail it can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the play yard and contact Kolcraft for a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-265 07/08/2009 |
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Kolcraft, Carter’s, Sesame Street, Jeep, Contours, Care Bear and Eric Carle Play Yards Sold from January 2000 through January 2009 Kolcraft Enterprises Inc. of Chicago, Ill. | The play yard’s side rail can fail to latch properly and when a child pushes against the rail it can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the play yard and contact Kolcraft for a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-262 07/07/2009 |
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Jaloma Pacifiers Sold from February 2008 through March 2009 Gromex Inc., of Passaic, N.J. | The pacifier mouth guard and the ventilation holes are too small and fail to meet federal safety standards. The pacifier could pose a choking and aspiration hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from children and contact Gromex for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-261 07/02/2009 |
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Inflatable Baby Floats Sold from December 2002 through June 2009 Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, Mass. | The leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning. | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund. |
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Report 09-261 07/02/2009 |
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Inflatable Baby Floats Sold from December 2002 through June 2009 Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, Mass. | The leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning. | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund. |
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Report 09-261 07/02/2009 |
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Inflatable Baby Floats Sold from December 2002 through June 2009 Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, Mass. | The leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning. | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund. |
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Report 09-261 07/02/2009 |
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Inflatable Baby Floats Sold from December 2002 through June 2009 Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, Mass. | The leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning. | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund. |
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Report 09-261 07/02/2009 |
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Inflatable Baby Floats Sold from December 2002 through June 2009 Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, Mass. | The leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning. | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund. |
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Report 09-261 07/02/2009 |
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Inflatable Baby Floats Sold from December 2002 through June 2009 Aqua-Leisure Industries, of Avon, Mass. | The leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to unexpectedly fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning. | Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled inflatable baby floats and contact Aqua-Leisure for a full refund. |
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Report 09-260 07/02/2009 |
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Simplicity Drop Side Cribs Sold from January 2005 through June 2009 Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc. of Reading, Pa. | The crib’s plastic hardware can break or deform, causing the drop side to detach. When the drop side detaches, it creates space between the drop side and the crib mattress. Infants and toddlers can roll into this space and become entrapped which can lead to suffocation. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should immediately return the crib to the place of purchase for a refund, replacement or store credit. |
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Report 09-248 06/18/2009 |
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18” Kick Body Boards Sold from January 2009 through May 2009 JGR Copa LLC, of Hollywood, Fla. | The green surface coating of the screened logo “Big Lizard™ body boards” on the underside of the body board contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumer should take the recalled body boards away from children immediately and return them to place of purchase or contact JGR Copa for a full refund. |
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Report 09-247 06/17/2009 |
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"Chelsea’s" Necklace and Bracelet Sets Sold from April 1999 through April 2009 D&D Distributing-Wholesale Inc., of Tacoma, Wash. | Small parts can detach from the necklace and bracelet when the elastic string break, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklace and bracelet set away from children and contact D&D Distributing-Wholesale to exchange or refund the product. |
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Report 09-246 06/17/2009 |
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Epic Threads and Greendog Hooded Sweatshirts Sold from July 2008 through March 2009 Macy’s Merchandising Group Inc., of New York, N.Y. | The sweatshirts have a drawstring sewn at the base of 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the ties from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to any Macy’s for a full refund. |
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Report 09-240 06/10/2009 |
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Speedy Children's Hooded Zipper Jackets and Kids Hooded Pullover Jackets Sold from December 2004 through December 2008 Winterbee Inc. d.b.a. Speedy, of Los Angeles, Calif. | The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued drawstring 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 drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Speedy for a full refund. |
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Report 09-239 06/09/2009 |
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Bonavita "Hudson" and Babi Italia "Pinehurst" Drop Side Cribs Sold from December 2006 through December 2007 LaJobi Inc., of Cranbury, N.J. | The lower spring pins on the footboard and headboard can pop out of the tracks located on the drop side causing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, it creates a hazardous gap between the drop side and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become entrapped and suffocate or fall from cribs. | CPSC urges parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. LaJobi will provide professional technicians to perform in-home installations of a free retrofit hardware kit. Consumers should contact LaJobi to register for the free retrofit kit service. |
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Report 09-238 06/09/2009 |
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Bonavita "Cabana" Drop Side Cribs Sold from January 2006 through May 2009 LaJobi Inc., of Cranbury, N.J. | The wooden crib slats can detach or break creating a gap, which can pose an entrapment and strangulation hazard to infants and toddlers. | CPSC urges parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should contact LaJobi to receive replacement crib side rails. |
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Report 09-236 06/04/2009 |
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Children’s Loungewear Garments Sold from January 2000 through March 2009 Warm Biscuit Bedding Co., of New York, N.Y. | The loungewear garments fail to meet children’s sleepwear federal flammability standards which require sleepwear, including loungewear, to be either snug-fitting or flame resistant. | Consumers should stop using these children’s loungewear garments immediately and contact Warm Biscuit Bedding to receive a store credit. |
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Report 09-745 06/04/2009 |
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Outdoor Playset Gliders Sold from February 2008 through May 2009 Backyard Play Systems LLC, of Monroe, Mich. | The retaining rings used to secure the gliders to the playset can become loose or detached, posing a fall hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the gliders. Backyard Play Systems is notifying all customers directly and is providing a free repair kit which includes replacement hardware and written instructions. |
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Report 09-233 06/02/2009 |
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Bugaboo Bee Strollers Sold from August 2007 through April 2009 Bugaboo Design & Sales, B.V., of the Netherlands | One or both sides of the brakes can fail, causing a stroller to unexpectedly roll away on an incline. This can pose a risk of injury to the child occupant. | Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately and contact Bugaboo to receive a free repair kit. To order the bracket kit, go to www.bugaboo.com and fill in the special order form or contact Bugaboo customer service. |
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Report 09-231 05/27/2009 |
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Step2 Play Up Gym play sets Sold from January 2009 through April 2009 The Step2 Company LLC, of Streetsboro, Ohio | The triangular hangers that attach the swing’s ropes to the upper rail of the play set can break, posing a fall hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled play sets and contact Step 2 to receive a set of replacement hangers and instructions. |
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Report 09-230 05/26/2009 |
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13-foot Square Trampolines Sold from January 2007 through February 2009 Skywalker Holdings LLC, of Brigham City, Utah | The straps supporting the top of the trampoline’s enclosure to the poles can fail. The enclosure could drop if these straps break, posing a risk that a user could fall from the trampoline. | Consumers should immediately stop using the trampolines and contact Skywalker Holdings to obtain a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-226 05/21/2009 |
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Cumberland Outfitters Girl’s Hooded Sweatshirts Sold from April 2007 through April 2009 Ely and Walker, of Lebanon, Tenn. | The sweatshirts 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumers can also return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Ely and Walker for a full refund. |
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Report 09-218 05/21/2009 |
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Twin, Twin Extra-Large, and Twin Over Full Bunk Beds Sold from June 2000 through October 2008 Gothic Cabinet Craft Inc., of Maspeth, N. Y. | The bunk beds do not have sufficient headboards, footboards, or guardrails and have gaps between parts of the upper bunk that could allow a child’s body to pass through but not a child’s head. These bunk beds pose a fall, entrapment, and strangulation hazard to children and violate the spacing requirements of the federal bunk bed safety standard. | Consumers should immediately stop using these bunk beds and contact Gothic Cabinet Craft Inc. to schedule an appointment and free repair. |
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Report 09-220 05/14/2009 |
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Folding Toy Beach Chair for Stuffed Animals Sold from March 2001 through October 2008 Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis, Mo. | This toy chair legs can bruise, pinch or cut fingers if caught while folding. | Return the toy beach chair to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive an $8 USD/$10 CDN store coupon. If it is not possible to return the toy chair to a store, you can contact the company for alternate instructions on receiving a refund. |
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Report 09-219 05/13/2009 |
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Eddie Bauer Soothe & Sway Play Yards Sold from January 2008 through May 2009 Dorel Juvenile Group Inc., of Columbus, Ind. | The play yard's rocking bassinet attachment can tilt even when secured by straps in the non-rocking mode or can stay tilted without returning to a level sleeping surface while in the rocking mode, causing an infant to roll to the corner or side of the bassinet. The infant can then become wedged in the corner or pressed against the side or bottom of the bassinet, posing a risk of suffocation or positional asphyxiation. | Consumers should immediately stop using the bassinet attachment of the play yard and contact Dorel Juvenile Group for a $40 voucher toward the purchase of a new Dorel product. Consumers can continue using the play yard. |
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Report 09-213 05/07/2009 |
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Children's Hooded Jackets Sold from September 2006 through April 2009 Jason Evans Assoc. LLC, of Hewlett, N.Y. | The jackets 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jackets to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Jason Evans Associates for a full refund. |
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Report 09-211 05/06/2009 |
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Abalone and Venetian Carnevale Necklace Craft Kits Sold from June 2007 through April 2009 Action Products International Inc., of Ocala, Fla. | The lobster clasps in both craft kits contain high levels of lead. The Abalone Necklace’s pendant also contains high levels of lead. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled children’s craft necklaces away from children and contact Action Products International to arrange for the necklace’s return and to receive a free replacement. Shipping will be free for consumer returns. |
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Report 09-209 05/05/2009 |
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Erwin Beanie and Poseidon Beanie Children’s Knitted Hats Sold from September 2008 through November 2008 Ambler Mountain Works, of Canmore, Alberta, Canada | The eyeballs on the Erwin Beanie and the octopus legs on the Poseidon Beanie can come loose, posing a potential choking hazard. | Consumers should immediately stop using the beanies and return them to Ambler Mountain for a free product replacement or cut off the frog’s eyes and the octopus legs and permanently dispose of them. |
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Report 09-208 04/30/2009 |
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Pumpkin Patch Hooded Girls’ Raincoats Sold from July 2008 through February 2009 Pumpkin Patch LLC, of San Mateo, Calif. | The raincoats have a drawstring through the hood which poses 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 drawstring from the raincoats to eliminate the hazard, or contact Pumpkin Patch for a full refund. |
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Report 09-207 04/30/2009 |
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Jardine Cribs Sold from September 2005 through April 2009 Jardine Enterprises, of Taipei, Taiwan | The wooden crib slats can break, creating a gap, which can pose an entrapment and strangulation hazard to infants and toddlers. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Jardine to receive a full credit toward the purchase of a new crib. Jardine will provide consumers with detailed instructions for purchasing cribs in retail stores and online. |
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Report 09-206 04/30/2009 |
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babyGap Children’s Coats Sold from October 2008 through April 2009 Gap Inc., of San Francisco, Calif. | The coats have toggle fasteners that could break and detach from the coat, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled coats away from children and return them to any babyGap, GapKids, or Gap store for a full refund. Consumers who return the coats before August 31, 2009 will also receive a 20 percent off coupon for a regular priced item. Contact Gap to return by mail if purchased online. |
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Report 09-203 04/29/2009 |
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Dinosaur Play Sets Sold throughout December 2008 DND Imports, of Los Angeles, Calif. | The surface paint on the monkey figure contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should discard the monkey figure immediately to remove the hazard and contact the firm for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-737 04/22/2009 |
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Playground Equipment Sold from January 2003 through December 2007 SportsPlay Equipment Inc., of St. Louis, Mo. | The handrails and posts on the playground contain high levels of lead paint. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should stop using the playground immediately if the painted parts have chipped off. Consumers with the recalled playgrounds have been directly contacted regarding this recall and will receive free replacement parts. |
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Report 09-195 04/16/2009 |
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Shape-O Toy Maracas Sold from September 2007 through April 2008 Tupperware U.S. Inc., of Orlando, Fla. | The maracas can break and expose small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, the handle poses a suffocation hazard to young children. | Consumers and Tupperware sales consultants should immediately stop using the maracas and return them to Tupperware for a refund or gift certificate. Maraca return forms can be accessed at www.tupperware.com |
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Report 09-190 04/09/2009 |
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CARS Fleece Clog Children’s Shoes Sold from September 2008 through March 2009 Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark. | The shoe has four decorative wheels that can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Customers should immediately take this product away from children and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund. |
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Report 09-187 04/07/2009 |
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Travel Tender Play Yards Sold from March 2005 through January 2009 Simplicity, Inc. and SFCA, Inc., of Reading, Pa. (The firms appear to no longer conduct day to day operations) | One or more rails can collapse unexpectedly, posing a fall or entrapment hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the play yards and return them to the place of purchase for a refund or replacement product. |
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Report 09-186 04/07/2009 |
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Zoo Pacifiers Sold from December 2002 through March 2009 Healthtex, of Miami, Fla. | The pacifiers failed to meet federal safety standards. The nipples can separate from the base easily, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers away from children and contact Healthtex for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-181 04/02/2009 |
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SunKids Convertible Cribs Sold from January 2007 through October 2008 Suntech Enterprises Inc., of City of Commerce, Calif. | The sides of the crib are made of mesh that expands, creating a gap between the side and the crib’s mattress if it’s not zipped into place, or a gap between the side and an added mattress. A young child can slip into this gap and become entrapped or suffocate. Also, the crib’s drop side can fail to fully latch posing a fall hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled convertible cribs and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund. |
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Report 09-178 04/02/2009 |
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Evenflo Envision™ High Chairs Sold from December 2002 through April 2006 Evenflo Company Inc., of Miamisburg, Ohio | Recline fasteners and metal screws on both sides of the high chair can loosen and fall out, allowing the seatback to detach or recline unexpectedly. Children can fall backwards or fall out of the high chair and suffer bumps and bruises to the head, abrasions, cuts and bruises. Detached hardware also poses a choking hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled high chairs and contact Evenflo to receive a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-177 04/02/2009 |
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Evenflo Majestic™ High Chairs Sold from January 2007 through March 2009 Evenflo Company Inc., of Miamisburg, Ohio | Plastic caps and metal screws on both sides of the high chair can loosen and fall out, allowing the seatback to suddenly fall back or detach from the high chair. Children can fall backwards or fall out of the high chair and suffer bumps and bruises to the head, broken bones, abrasions, cuts and bruises. Detached hardware also poses a choking hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled high chairs and contact Evenflo to receive a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-176 04/01/2009 |
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What’s Inside? Soft Toy Boxes Sold from September 2008 through February 2009 Lakeshore Learning Materials, of Carson, Calif. | The head of the stuffed butterfly toy can detach from the body, posing a choking hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and contact Lakeshore to receive a free replacement butterfly. |
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Report 09-168 03/25/2009 |
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Hooded Fleece Sweatshirts Sold from August 2008 through December 2008 Rusty North America, of Irvine, Calif. | The sweatshirts 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or 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 Rusty North America for a full refund. |
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Report 09-167 03/25/2009 |
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Hooded Fleece Sweatshirts Sold from August 2007 through November 2007 MM Compound LLC (also known as Metal Mulisha Clothing), of Irvine, Calif. | The sweatshirts 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or 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 MM Compound for a full refund. |
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Report 09-166 03/25/2009 |
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Children's Fishing Poles Sold from August 2007 through December 2008 W.C. Bradley/Zebco Holdings Inc., doing business as Zebco Brands, of Tulsa, Okla. | The paint on the reels of these fishing poles contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the fishing poles from children and contact Zebco for information on receiving a refund. |
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Report 09-164 03/25/2009 |
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Hooded Fleece Sweatshirts Sold from June 2008 through December 2008 Dysfunctional Clothing LLC, of Irvine, Calif. | The jackets 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or 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 Dysfunctional Clothing LLC for a full refund. |
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Report 09-163 03/25/2009 |
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O'Neill Children's Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Sold from December 2007 through January 2009 La Jolla Sport USA, of Irvine, Calif. | The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard. 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 drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the place of purchase or to La Jolla Sport to receive a full refund. |
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Report 09-163 03/25/2009 |
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O'Neill Children's Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Sold from December 2007 through January 2009 La Jolla Sport USA, of Irvine, Calif. | The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which poses a strangulation hazard. 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 drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard or return the garment to the place of purchase or to La Jolla Sport to receive a full refund. |
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Report 09-162 03/25/2009 |
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Children's Hooded Fleece Jackets Sold from August 2008 through September 2008 Golden Grove Trading Inc., of Covina, Calif. d/b/a Crystal Castle® | The jackets 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to the place of purchase or to Golden Grove Trading for a full refund. |
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Report 09-161 03/24/2009 |
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Baby Necessities pacifiers Sold from August 2007 through January 2009 OKK Trading, of Los Angeles, Calif. | The pacifiers are banned under federal law. They failed federal safety tests when the nipples separated from the base. This poses a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifier away from children and contact OKK Trading for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-160 03/24/2009 |
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3-in-1 High Chairs Sold from December 2008 through March 2009 Fisher-Price, of East Aurora, N.Y. | The seat can fall backwards from high chair frame if the booster seat release is unlatched while the child is in the product. Also, the seat back can detach if not fully snapped in place, posing a fall hazard and risk of serious injury to young children. | Consumers should stop using the recalled high chairs immediately and contact Fisher-Price for instructions and a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-732 03/24/2009 |
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Aviva Leaps and Bounds Folding Trampolines with Safety Pad ("L&B") and Aviva Pirate Jump 'N Play Trampolines ("Pirate") Sold from September 2006 through January 2009 Aviva Sports, Inc. of Camdenton, Mo. | The metal support legs of the trampoline can bend or break and the bungee cords that secure the mat to the frame of the trampoline can fray or break, posing a fall hazard to the user. | Consumers should immediately stop using the trampoline and contact Aviva to receive instructions for returning the trampoline and to receive a full refund. |
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Report 09-158 03/18/2009 |
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Solar System Kits and DNA Kits Sold from January 2003 through February 2009 FloraCraft Corp., of Ludington, Mich. | The surface coating on the educational kit's wires can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the craft kit's wires away from children and contact FloraCraft to obtain free replacements. |
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Report 09-729 03/18/2009 |
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Various containers used in instructional kits Sold from July 2006 through January 2009 Montessori N' Such, of Sterling, Va. | Surface paints on the products contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Montessori N' Such for a free replacement or refund. All known purchasers have been contacted. |
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Report 09-157 03/17/2009 |
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Nordstrom Girl's Shoes Sold from September 2006 through February 2009 Nordstrom, of Seattle, Wash. | Surface paint on the outer sole of these shoes contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from children immediately and return them to any Nordstrom store for a full refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-156 03/17/2009 |
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State Farm Good Neigh Bears Sold from September 2005 through March 2007 State Farm, of Bloomington, Ill. | The eyes on these bears can come off, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take these bears away from young children and discard them. |
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Report 09-154 03/12/2009 |
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Hooded sweatshirts Sold from January 2009 through February 2009 Seattle Cotton Works, LLC, of Bellevue, Wash. | The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood that can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, the 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 drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or call the manufacturer to arrange for a full refund. |
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Report 09-150 03/12/2009 |
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Shakespeare Casting Game and Fishing Kits Sold from November 2008 through January 2009 Pure Fishing Inc., of Columbia, S.C. | The label on the fishing rod contains a surface coating containing high levels of lead in violation of the ban on lead in paint. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled game away from children and call Pure Fishing for a free replacement product or full refund. |
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Report 09-148 03/11/2009 |
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DBX Glide Boys Ice Skates Sold from September 2008 through December 2008 Pronto Sports Inc., of Anoka, Minn. | Surface paint on the ice skates contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled ice skates away from children and contact Pronto Sports for a full refund. |
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Report 09-146 03/11/2009 |
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Infant Toys Sold from June 2007 through February 2009 Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif. | The infant toys have blue metallic fabric that can detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and contact Infantino for a free replacement toy or product. |
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Report 09-137 03/03/2009 |
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Children's flip flops Sold from November 2006 through February 2009 Alpargatas USA Inc., of New York, N.Y. | Decorative paint on the sole of the flip flops can contain levels of lead in excess of the federal standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled flip flops away from children and return them to Alpargatas USA, Inc. to receive a replacement. |
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Report 09-136 02/25/2009 |
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Fishing Games, Rattles, Pull-A-Long Cars, Mini Pull Back Cars, and Cartoon Bubble Guns Sold from July 2007 through December 2008 CBB Group Inc., City of Commerce, Calif. | The fishing games, baby rattles and pull-a-long cars contain small parts, which can detach and pose a choking hazard to children. The mini pull back cars and bubble guns have surface paints which contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should take the recalled products away from young children immediately and return them to the place where purchased for a full refund. |
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Report 09-134 02/19/2009 |
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Stuffed Animal and Creature Toys Sold from July 2008 through February 2009 Old Navy LLC, of San Francisco, Calif. | The stuffed toys have two button eyes that could detach from the toy, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled stuffed toy away from young children and return it to any Old Navy store for a full refund. If purchased online, contact Old Navy for instructions on returning the toy for a full refund. Consumers who return the toy before July 1, 2009 will also receive a $5 coupon toward a future Old Navy purchase. |
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Report 09-131 02/17/2009 |
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Evenflo Activity Centers Sold from October 2006 through February 2009 Evenflo Co. Inc., of Miamisburg, Ohio | When used as an activity table, the cap on one end of the product can loosen and fall off, posing a fall hazard to a young child. | Consumers should immediately stop using the activity table in Stage 3 and contact Evenflo to receive a free replacement end cap. The product may continue to be used in Stages 1 and 2 without changes. |
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Report 09-129 02/12/2009 |
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Kid Pullover Hood Sweatshirt and Kid Zipper Sweatshirt with Hood Sold from August 1999 through December 2008 Hill Sportswear Inc., of Paramount, Calif. | The sweatshirts have drawstrings through the hood. The drawstrings can become caught on objects and strangle a child. | Due to the serious nature of this hazard, parents are urged to immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Hill Sportswear for a full refund. |
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Report 09-122 02/10/2009 |
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Golfer's Billiard Games Sold from October 2008 through December 2008 Dick's Sporting Goods Inc., of Pittsburgh, Pa., and Golf Galaxy Inc., of Pittsburgh, Pa. | Surface paints on the golf balls can contain excess levels of lead. | Consumers should stop using the product immediately and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund. |
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Report 09-720 02/5/2009 |
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Cottage Bunk Beds Sold from January 2006 through January 2009 The Land of Nod, of Northbrook, Ill. | When screws are missing from the upper bunk's guardrails, the vertical slats on the guardrails can detach and pose the risk of children falling when getting in or out of the upper bunk. | Consumers should check that all screws that attach the guardrails to the upper bunk have been installed. If the screws have not been installed, stop using the beds as a bunk bed immediately and contact The Land of Nod to receive new screws free of charge. All known purchasers have been notified of the recall. |
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Report 09-118 02/4/2009 |
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Arch Swing Sets Sold from September 2001 through May 2006 Playland International, Carrollton, Ga. | The metal around the weld at the top of the swing frame can fail, causing the top bar to fall, posing a fall and impact hazard to the user or by-standers. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled swing sets and contact Playland for instruction on receiving and installing a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-117 02/4/2009 |
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Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates Sold from January 2005 through December 2007 Dorel Juvenile Group USA, of Columbus, Ind. | The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs. | Consumers should stop using the recalled gate and contact the company to obtain a free repair kit. |
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Report 09-094 02/4/2009 |
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Harajuku Lovers Hooded Jackets Sold from August 2008 through January 2009 Jerry Leigh of California Inc., of Van Nuys, Calif. | The jackets 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 drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts. | Consumers should immediately remove the ties from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to Jerry Leigh of California for a full refund. |
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Report 09-113 01/29/2009 |
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Construction Play Sets Sold from October 2008 through December 2008 DDI Inc., of Dubuque, Iowa | Surface paint on the play sets can contain lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled play sets away from children and contact the firm for a refund of the purchase price. |
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Report 09-112 01/29/2009 |
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Spa Factory™ Aromatherapy Fountain & Bath Benefits Kits Sold from August 2008 through January 2009 JAKKS Pacific Inc., of Malibu, Calif. | Pressure from the buildup of carbon dioxide in the jars of Bath Bombs/Balls or Bath Fizzies can cause the caps on the jars to blow off, posing explosion and projectile hazards. The mixtures also can contain citric acid, which can get into the eyes during an explosion, posing a risk of eye irritation. | Consumers should immediately take the toy's jars and caps away from children and contact JAKKS for free replacement jar caps with vent holes. |
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Report 09-111 01/29/2009 |
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Skull-And-Crossbones Necklaces Sold from November 2006 to December 2008 Spencer Gifts LLC, of Egg Harbor Township, N.J. | The skull and metal clasp of the necklace contain high levels of lead. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled necklaces away from children and contact Spencer Gifts for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-128 02/12/2009 |
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Playhouse Disney "Handy Manny" Toy Tool Sets Sold from October 2007 through January 2009 Disney Store USA LLC, of Pasadena, Calif. | The tools contain eyes that can separate, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and return it to any Disney Store for a full refund. |
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Report 09-108 01/28/2009 |
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Home Sweet Playhome Canopies Sold from September 2003 through October 2005 The Land of Nod, of Northbrook, Ill. | A child's head could get entrapped in the canopy's window openings, posing entrapment and strangulation hazards. | Consumers should immediately stop using the canopies and take them away from children. Contact the Land of Nod to receive a free replacement fabric portion of the canopy and a $15 gift card. |
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Report 09-107 01/27/2009 |
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Lip Gloss Keychains Sold during October 2008 Markwins Beauty Products, of City of Industry, Calif. | The metal clasp attached to the keychain 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 lip gloss away from children and contact Markwins Beauty Products for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-106 01/27/2009 |
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High School Musical Manicure Kits Sold from September 2008 to November 2008 DFantas-Eyes Inc., of New York, N.Y. | The lettering "HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL" with glitter on the pouch used with the manicure kit contains excess levels of lead. Lead can be toxic if ingested by young children and cause adverse health effects. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled pouch used with the manicure kit away from children and contact Fantas-Eyes for a free replacement. Consumers can continue using the manicure items. |
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Report 09-718 01/27/2009 |
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Jesus Fish Beads Sold from August 2006 through December 2008 Discount School Supply, of Monterey, CA | Surface paint on the green fish can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled beads away from children and contact Discount School Supply for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-103 01/22/2009 |
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Tony Hawk Boy's Pajama Sets Sold from September 2008 through October 2008 Mad Dog Concepts, of New York, NY | This sleepwear fails to meet the federal children's sleepwear flammability standard, and poses a risk of burn injury to children. | Consumers should stop using the recalled pajamas immediately and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a full refund. |
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Report 09-101 01/15/2009 |
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Infantino Lion and Lamb Grabby Rattles™ Sold from May 2007 through September 2008 Infantino LLC, of San Diego, Calif. | The tail-piece on the rattles can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from young children and contact Infantino for a replacement rattle or a product of equal value. |
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Report 09-098 01/15/2009 |
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Rainforest™ Portable Play Yards manufactured by Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc. Sold from January 2007 through January 2009 Simplicity Inc. and SFCA Inc., of Reading, Pa. | One or more rails can collapse unexpectedly, posing a fall or entrapment hazard to young children. | Consumers should stop using the play yards immediately. Although it did not manufacture or sell the play yards, Fisher-Price has voluntarily agreed to assist consumers who own the products. Consumers who own one of the recalled play yards with the Fisher-Price logo should contact Fisher-Price to obtain assistance to replace their play yards. |
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Report 09-097 01/15/2009 |
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Children's Sunglasses Sold from May 2007 through August 2008 Axiom International Inc., of Billings, Mont. | Surface paint on the recalled sunglasses can contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled sunglasses away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. |
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Report 09-095 01/14/2009 |
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Rolling Toy Xylophones Sold from October 2007 through March 2008 The Land of Nod Northbrook, Ill. | The pegs on the xylophone can break, posing a choking hazard to children. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from children and return it to the company for a credit of the purchase price and a $10 gift card. |
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Report 09-093 01/13/2009 |
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Stork Craft Baby Cribs Sold from May 2000 through November 2008 Stork Craft Manufacturing Inc., of British Columbia, Canada | The metal support brackets used to support the crib mattress and mattress board can crack and break. When one or more support brackets break, the mattress can collapse and create a dangerous gap between the mattress and crib rails, in which a child can become entrapped and suffocate. | CPSC urges parents and caregivers to immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby. Consumers should contact Stork Craft to receive a free replacement kit, with new mattress support brackets. |
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Report 09-091 01/13/2009 |
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"High Speed" Pull Back Toy Cars Sold from June 2008 through July 2008 TDI International, of Los Angeles, Calif. | Surface paint on the toy cars contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact TDI International for a full refund or a replacement toy. |
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Report 09-090 01/13/2009 |
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Roman Shades and Roll-up Blinds Sold from February 2006 through August 2008 Cost Plus Inc., of Oakland, Calif. |
Roman Shades: These shades have a looped pull cord and exposed inner cords on the back of the shade. Looped pull cords and exposed inner cords on roman shades present a strangulation hazard.
Roll-up Blinds: These blinds have a looped pull cord and two lifting cord loops that run around the bottom rail. Looped pull cords and exposed lifting loops on roll-up blinds present a strangulation hazard to young children. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled window blinds/shades and return the product to any Cost Plus/World Market store to obtain a full refund. |
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Report 09-089 01/13/2009 |
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Flashing Pacifiers Sold from November 2007 through November 2008 Top Goods Trading, of Temple City, Calif. | The flashing pacifiers do not comply with federal safety standards for pacifiers. Although the pacifiers are marketed to older children and adults, they could be given to babies and cause serious injury or death. The pieces of the pacifier can separate, posing a choking hazard. The necklaces pose a strangulation hazard. | Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifier away from children and contact Top Goods Trading for a refund or exchange. |
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Report 09-087 01/12/2009 |
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Taggies™ Sleep 'n Play Infant Garments Sold from January 2007 through November 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 09-084 01/06/2009 |
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Jardine Cribs Sold from March 2004 through January 2009 Jardine Enterprises, of Taipei, Taiwan | The wooden crib slats can break, creating a gap, which can pose an entrapment and strangulation hazard to infants and toddlers. | Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Jardine to receive a full credit toward the purchase of a new crib. Jardine will provide consumers with detailed instructions for purchasing cribs in retail stores and online. |
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Report 09-083 01/06/2009 |
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Girls Blue Denim Passport Jackets Sold from August 2007 through December 2007 Ms. Bubbles Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif. | The jackets have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or 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 Ms. Bubbles Inc. to receive a refund. |