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Sony Recalls Notebook Computers Due to Burn Hazard

Irregularly positioned wires near the computer?s hinge and/or a dislodged screw inside the hinge can cause a short circuit and overheating. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

09/04/2008 06:00 AM

Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard

Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

09/03/2008 03:00 PM

Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

The recalled metal pendants and charms contain high levels of lead.

09/03/2008 03:00 PM

Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard

The baby carrier's chest strap can detach from the shoulder straps, posing a fall hazard to the baby.

09/03/2008 03:00 PM

Cordless Screwdrivers Recalled by Menards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

The battery can overheat and ignite during charging, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers. There is no protective device on the lithium battery to prevent overheating.

09/03/2008 10:45 AM

Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes; Metal Clasp Can Break and Cause Facial and Body Injuries to Dog Owners

The metal clasp connecting the leash to a dog's collar can bend or break while in use, causing the leash to recoil back unexpectedly. This poses a serious risk of injury to consumers.

09/03/2008 10:45 AM

Circo Children's Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

The ribbon on the sock can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

09/03/2008 10:45 AM

Bicycles with Deda Forza Handlebar Stems Recalled by Deda Elementi Due to Crash Hazard

The top of the bicycle handlebar stem can crack and cause the rider to lose control, posing a crash hazard.

09/03/2008 10:45 AM

Rapid Reel Recalls Portable Garden Hose Carts; Tires Can Explode Posing an Injury Hazard

The tires on the portable garden hose reel can explode while being inflated, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

09/02/2008 02:45 PM

Hooded Sweaters Recalled by Empress Arts; Children Can Strangle on Drawstrings

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 to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. From 1985 through June 2008, CPSC received reports of 27 deaths and 70 non-fatal incidents involving the entanglement of children's clothing drawstrings.

09/02/2008 02:45 PM

Baby Hammocks Recalled by FlagHouse Inc. Due to Fall and Strangulation Hazards

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.

08/29/2008 12:30 PM

Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

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.

08/29/2008 09:30 AM

Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard

Yesterday, CPSC warned parents, caregivers and consumers to immediately stop using convertible "close-sleeper/bedside sleeper" bassinets manufactured by Simplicity Inc., of Reading, Pa., due to a serious safety risk. Today, CPSC is announcing that six retailers have voluntarily agreed to recall the product and provide a refund or store credit to consumers who return the product to the store where purchased.

08/28/2008 07:30 PM

Wooden Infant Toys Recalled by Habermaass Corp. Due to Choking Hazard

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.

08/28/2008 02:00 PM

Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi International Due to Strangulation Hazard

The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

08/28/2008 02:00 PM

 

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