Product Recalls from the

Consumer Product Safety Commission
 
    2005 Archive

 
  12/21/05

CPSC, Simplicity Inc. announce recall of Graco Branded Aspen Cribs for Suffocation Risk. The screws on the wooden mattress support can come loose allowing a portion of the mattress to fall, posing a suffocation hazard to young children. The recalled cribs are made of wood and have a wooden mattress support. Only cribs with wooden mattress supports and with model number 8740KCW SC and serial number 2803 SC to 1605 are included in this recall. The model and serial number are printed on the envelope attached to the mattress support. Consumers should call Simplicity Inc. to receive a retrofit kit. For additional information, contact Simplicity Inc. at (800) 784-1982 anytime or visit the Web site at www.simplicityforchildren.com.

  12/14/05

CPSC, Maxim Enterprise Inc. announce recall of Mini Learning Cube Toy sold at Target. Small wooden pegs in the top corners of the toy can come loose posing a choking hazard to young children. The recalled learning cube is an 8-inch square wooden box with a different activity on each side, including an abacus, blocks with apples and bananas, shapes that can be moved in a zigzag cutout, and a blackboard. The wooden cover has spiral bead maze with wooden beads that slide up, down and around. Consumers should immediately take the recalled learning cube toy away from young children and return it to Target for a $15 gift card plus applicable state tax. For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between
8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit Target's Web site at www.target.com.

  11/10/05

CPSC, American Greetings Corporation announce recall of Fairy Wand Party Favors. The fairy wand party favors can break apart, exposing sharp wires that pose a laceration hazard to children. The recalled fairy wands are pink or purple with multi-colored beads, feathers and ribbons. The wands are 7-inches long. There are four wands in each package. The packaging has a light pink cardboard backer. Model number WAND1361 is written on the back of the
packaging. Consumers should take the recalled wands away from young children immediately. Contact the firm for a coupon redeemable wherever American Greetings products are sold. For additional information, contact American Greetings at (800) 777-4891 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://americangreetings.com.

  10/27/05

CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group USA announce recall to Repair Battery-Powered Ride-On Vehicles. An electronic malfunction can occur in the ride-on vehicle's circuit board and/or battery connector, resulting in smoking and melting of components. This poses a vehicle fire hazard and a burn hazard to consumers if components are touched while malfunctioning. The recalled battery-powered ride-on vehicles include the Pink Corvette(r), Torch Red Corvette(r), Yellow Race Car Corvette(r), Red Electroplate Corvette(r), Fire Engine, and Batmobile(r) with the model numbers listed in the chart below. They were sold under the brands Safety 1st and Kid Trax by Safety 1st. The ride-on vehicles were manufactured between January 2004 and August 2005. The manufacture date is located on the underside of the unit and is molded into the plastic body as shown below. The circle on left displays the month of manufacture, the circle on the right displays the year of manufacture. The model numbers are located on the underside of the vehicles near the date code.

Ride-On Vehicle Name and Model:
Safety 1st Pink Corvette(r) 50503/50503A
Safety 1st Torch Red Corvette(r) 50504/50504A
Safety 1st Yellow Race Car Corvette(r) 50505/50505A
Safety 1st Red Electroplate Corvette(r) 50521/50521A
Kid Trax Fire Engine 50506/50506A
Safety 1st Batmobile(r) 50527

Consumers should take the recalled ride-on vehicles away from children immediately and contact the company for a free repair. For additional information, contact Dorel Juvenile
Group's Ride-On hotline toll-free at (866) 611-3022 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.djgusa.com.

  10/18/05 CPSC, Target announce recall of Jumbo Pencils with Sharpeners. The sharpener's razor blade is exposed when the cover is removed. Also, the pencil sharpener hole is large enough to allow a finger to fit inside. This poses a laceration hazard to children and adults. The jumbo pencil has a red eraser on the end and comes with a pencil sharpener. Pencils are either short, eight inches long and one inch wide; or long, 15 inches long and one inch wide. The pencils are blue, red or striped. The sharpeners are pink or blue and come in a clear plastic pouch. Model number 70505 is printed on the pouch. Consumers should take the recalled jumbo pencil with sharpeners away from children immediately and return them to the nearest Target store for a Gift Card of $1 plus applicable state tax. For additional information, contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or log onto the firm's Web site at www.Target.com.

  10/11/05 CPSC, Design Ideas Ltd. announce recall of Bean Bag Furniture Sets. The chair and ottoman do not have locking zippers or warning labels. CPSC is aware of children who have died from suffocation when they unzipped, inhaled and ingested small pellets in similar bean bag furniture. The Lily chair and Lily ottoman were sold together as a bean bag furniture set. The chair and ottoman sets were sold in ivory/white (model 170001), ivory/blue (model 170003), ivory/black (model 170004) and ivory/orange (model 170009). Model numbers can be found on a label affixed to the bottom of the furniture. Consumers should stop using the chair and ottoman set immediately, keep them out of reach of young children and contact Design Ideas to arrange to return the product for a full refund. For additional information, contact Design Ideas at (800) 426-6394 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.designideas.net

  10/6/05 CPSC, Adjmi Apparel Group announce recall of Reebok Children's Fleece Pullover/Pant Sets. The zipper slider and pull on the fleece pullovers can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Sold exclusively at Gordmans, Mervyns, JC Penney, Kohl's, The Bon, Fred Meyer, Ross, DD's, Edisons, Macy's, AJ Wright, and Reebok Corporate Headquarters retail store in Canton, Mass. from September 2004 through February 2005 for between $17 and $36. Consumers should immediately take the recalled product away from young children and contact Adjmi to receive a replacement product. For more information or to receive instructions on receiving a replacement product, contact Adjmi at (800) 873-5570 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.Reebok.com

  9/22/05 CPSC, Monogram International Inc. announce recall of Bracelet Keyrings. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic  if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should take these recalled bracelet keyrings away from
children immediately and return them to Monogram International for a  refund. Contact Monogram International at (800) 736-1941 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at www.monogramdirect.com to receive instructions for returning the keyrings.

  9/22/05 CPSC, Dollar General Corp. announce recall of Costume Jewelry. The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic  if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should take the recalled jewelry away from children  immediately and return to Dollar General stores for a refund. For additional information, contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or
visit the firm's Web site at www.dollargeneral.com

  9/15/05 CPSC, Bradshaw International Inc. announce recall of Bottle Sipper Caps. The pull-up valve can detach from the cap, posing a choking  hazard to young children. Consumers should stop using these recalled bottle sippers  immediately and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Consumers should call Bradshaw International toll-free  at (800) 421-6290 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday,\ or visit the firm's Web site at www.goodcook.com.

  9/13/05 CPSC, Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. announce recall of certain AC Adaptors sold with Slim Version PlayStation(r) 2 Systems. The recalled AC adaptors can overheat and melt. This poses the risk of fire, burn and shock injuries to consumers. Consumers should stop using the recalled AC adaptors immediately and contact Sony Computer Entertainment America to receive a free replacement adaptor. Consumers should carefully unplug the recalled adaptors from the wall outlet and allow to cool before handling. For additional information, call Sony Computer Entertainment America toll-free at (888) 780-7690 between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. PT Monday through Saturday, and between 7 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. PT Sunday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.us.playstation.com.

  9/8/05 CPSC, Pottery Barn Kids announce recall of Spindle Cribs. The spindles on the crib's front rail can loosen and detach from  the rail. This can allow the child to fall from the crib and poses a  risk of entrapment. Consumers should immediately stop using these cribs and contact  Pottery Barn Kids to receive a free replacement front rail or a full  refund (including shipping). For additional information, contact Pottery Barn Kids  at (800) 330-6905 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET daily or visit the  firm's Web site at www.potterybarnkids.com.

  9/2/05 CPSC, World Wide Cycle Supply Inc. announce recall of Bicycles sold at  Toys "R" Us. The fork that holds the front wheel can separate at the weld,  causing the rider to fall and suffer injuries. Consumers should stop riding the bicycle immediately and return  it to a Toys "R" Us store for store credit in the amount of the purchase  price. Call World Wide Cycle Supply at (800) 944-9951 between  8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Toys R Us  Web site at www.toysrus.com These bicycles were sold through a licensing  arrangement with Harley-Davidson and were not manufactured by  Harley-Davidson. Consumers should not contact Harley-Davidson.

  9/2/05

CPSC, Atico International USA, Inc. announce recall of Children's Arm Band Pool Floats sold at CVS stores. The seams of the inflatable arm bands can tear, causing them to deflate. This poses a drowning hazard to young children. The recalled plastic inflatable arm band pool floats are bright orange on the outside and white on the inside with an inflation valve on each side. They are imprinted with a "Surf Club" logo, "CVS/pharmacy" and "Caution: This is not a lifesaving device. Do not leave child unattended while in use." When inflated, the arm bands measure about 8-inches long by 6-inches wide. Parents should immediately stop their children from using the recalled arm band pool floats and return them to CVS for a full refund. Consumers with questions should call Atico toll-free at (877) 546-4835 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the company's Web site at www.aticousa.com.

  9/1/05 CPSC, American Greetings Corp. announce recall of Sesame Street Sunglasses. The lens in the sunglasses can separate from frames, posing a  choking hazard to young children. This recall involves DesignWare(r) child-size sunglasses with Sesame Street character decals. Sold in quantities of four, each package contains a yellow, blue, red and green pair of sunglasses. The bright green cardboard backer has the Sesame Street and DesignWare(r) logo on the front, and model number SUN-1219 on the back. Consumers should take these sunglasses away from young children immediately. Consumers can contact the firm for a coupon redeemable wherever American Greetings' products are sold. For additional information, contact American Greetings
at (800) 777-4891 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at http://corporate.americangreetings.com or http://www.ag.com.

  9/1/05 CPSC, Walt Disney World Co. announce recall of Children's Red Sunglasses. The paint on the red sunglasses contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. The recalled sunglasses are a solid red color and have dark plastic lenses. They were sold with either a navy blue toddler cap
featuring the character Mickey Mouse or a light blue toddler cap featuring the character Stitch. Both toddler caps have red bills. The recalled sunglasses are attached to the bills of the caps by a red strap with a hook and loop fastener. "Walt Disney World(r)" or "Disneyland(r) Resort" is stitched on the back of the toddler caps. Other styles and
colors of hats and sunglasses are not included in this recall. Consumers should immediately take the recalled red sunglasses away from children and contact Walt Disney World Co. for a free replacement pair of sunglasses and 20 Disney Dollars(r). Consumers should call Walt Disney World Co. at 866-802-2782 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the Web site at www.disneyworld.com.

  8/31/05 CPSC, Target announce recall of Back Trails Jr. Bicycle Helmets. Some of these helmets do not meet CPSC safety standards for  bicycle helmets, which poses a risk of riders suffering head injuries. Consumers should take the helmets away from children and return  them to the nearest Target Store for a gift card in the amount of a full  refund. For more information, consumers can contact Target at  (800) 440-0680 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or  log on to the firm's Web site at www.target.com.

  8/23/05

CPSC, ZoloWear announce recall of Infant Carriers/Slings. The stitching that attaches the webbing to the carrier/sling can break, posing a fall hazard to young children. The ZoloWear.com Web site, individual distributors, and five children's boutiques in California, Hawaii and Texas sold these slings from May 2005 through August 2005 for between $70 and $90. Consumers should stop using these carriers/slings immediately and call ZoloWear for instructions on having the carriers/slings repaired. For additional information, contact ZoloWear, Inc. at (888) 285-0044 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at recall@zolowear.com, or go to the firm's Web site at www.zolowear.com/recall.

  8/19/05

CPSC, Stork Craft Manufacturing Inc. announce recall of Toy Boxes. The toy box's lid support can fail, allowing the lid to collapse suddenly. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children, and possible impact injuries to a child's head, neck, fingers or hands. Consumers should immediately stop young children from using these toy boxes and contact Stork Craft for information to determine if their toy box lid support needs to be replaced. If so, the firm will provide a free replacement lid support. Contact Stork Craft toll-free at (877) 274-0277 between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's Web site at www.Storkcraft.com.

  8/17/05

CPSC, Almar Sales Co. announce recall of Children's Watches. The band on the watch contains liquid petroleum distillates. If punctured the watch band could leak. Petroleum distillates could be harmful if ingested and cause irritation to the skin or eyes on contact. The watches are made of clear plastic with white snaps. The watch bands have clear glitter-filled liquid and colored liquid inside including pink, blue, red and yellow. The watch face is digital and measures about two inches in width. "Water Watch" and "Almar Sales Company" is printed on the original clear bubble packaging of the watches. Consumers should immediately take these watches away from young children and return the watches to the store where purchased for a refund or contact the firm. For additional information, contact Almar Sales at (800) 251-2522 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  8/12/05

CPSC, The Gymboree Corp. announce recall of Baby Sandals. A plastic flower attached to the sandals can pull or snap off, posing a choking hazard to young children. This recall includes the Caroline Flower Baby Sandal with SKU number 140002069 sold in sizes 1 to 8. The SKU number is printed on the price tag above the bar code. The sandal has a white upper sole and a cork covered outer sole. A white decorative plastic flower is attached to the top of the front strap. The front and back strap have adjustable touch fasteners. The name "Gymboree" is printed in aqua on the sole of the sandal. Consumers should immediately stop using the sandals and return them to a Gymboree store for a refund. Consumers also can return the sandals to Gymboree via mail. Contact Gymboree for return instructions. Contact Gymboree toll-free at (877) 449-6932 between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. PT Saturdays.

  7/27/05

CPSC, Fourstar Group announce recall to Repair Kid's Folding Chairs. The chair's safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and finger tip amputations to children's fingers. The recalled kid's folding chairs are made of metal tubing with a vinyl padded seat and seat back. They were sold in red, blue, yellow, green, pink, and lavender solid colors. They also come in pink with "Princess" printed in red on the seat and seat back along with stars, crowns and hearts, or in blue with pictures of basketballs, soccer balls, footballs, football helmets, and rollerblades. The recalled chairs were sold individually or as part of a set consisting of a table and two chairs. Each chair is about 22-inches high, 13.5-inches wide, and about 11.5-inches deep. "MANUFACTURED BY FOURSTAR GROUP INC." OR "IMPORTED BY FOURSTAR INTERNATIONAL TRADING COMPANY" is written on a label located underneath the seat of the chairs. Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately, and contact Fourstar for instructions on how to receive a free repair kit to replace the locking pin. Consumers should call Fourstar Group toll-free at (866) 290-6191 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  7/27/05

CPSC, Idea Nuova Inc. announce recall to Repair Children's Folding Chairs. The chair's safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and finger tip amputations to
children's fingers. The recalled children's folding chairs are made of metal tubing with a vinyl padded seat and seat back. They were sold with the following designs: "Monkey Moods" a monkey with stars, "Rock n Roll" with a monkey playing a guitar, "Princess" with pink flowers and a crown, "Sport" with a football, basketball and soccer ball, "Training Camp" with frogs, "Rainbow Angel" with clouds, rainbows and stars, Spiderman(r), and Disney(r) Princess. The recalled chairs were sold as part of a set consisting of a table and two chairs. Each chair is about 22-inches high, 13 inches wide, and about 11 inches deep. "Idea Nuova Inc." or "I.N.I." is printed on a label located underneath the seat of the chairs. Consumers should stop using these chairs immediately, and contact Idea Nuova for instructions on how to receive a free repair kit to replace the locking pin. Consumers should call Idea Nuova toll-free at 866-772-1666 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  7/27/05 CPSC, Meco Corp. announce recall of Children's Folding Chairs. Children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. The recalled children's folding chairs have safety locks under the seat. The chairs are made of metal tubing with a vinyl padded seat and seat back. They were sold in red, blue, yellow and green colors as a part of a set consisting of a table and four chairs. Each chair is about 22-inches high, 10-inches wide, and about 11-inches deep. "Meco" or "Samsonite" is printed on the label underneath the seat bottom. Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Meco for instructions on receiving a refund. Consumers should call Meco at (800) 251-7558 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or e-mail Meco's customer service at csr@meco.net.

  7/26/05

CPSC, H&M announce recall of Baby Denim and Knit Jackets. The metal buttons can come loose and detach from these garments, posing a choking hazard to young children. These jackets are light blue denim with two breast pockets, a gray knit hood and gray knit sleeves. The buttons have "BABY" written on the front. A red and white "A" patch is sewn on the front, a blue "3" decal is on one sleeve and a red football is on the other sleeve. The recall included jackets sold in sizes 2 months through 18 months. Style number "432740" is written on the laundry care tag inside the jacket. "H&M" is written on the collar label. Take these jackets away from young children immediately, and return the jacket to any H&M store for a full refund. Contact H&M toll-free at (877) 439-6261 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  7/26/05

CPSC, Radio Flyer Inc. announce recall of Toddler Walker Wagon. The metal buttons can come loose and detach from these garments, posing a choking hazard to young children. These jackets are light blue denim with two breast pockets, a gray knit hood and gray knit sleeves. The buttons have "BABY" written on the front. A red and white "A" patch is sewn on the front, a blue "3" decal is on one sleeve and a red football is on the other sleeve. The recall included jackets sold in sizes 2 months through 18 months. Style number "432740" is written on the laundry care tag inside the jacket. "H&M" is written on the collar label. Take these jackets away from young children immediately, and return the jacket to any H&M store for a full refund. Contact H&M toll-free at (877) 439-6261 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Consumers should immediately take these recalled Walker Wagons away from young children and contact Radio Flyer for free replacement clickers. Call Radio Flyer Inc. toll-free at (800) 621-7613 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

  7/19/05

CPSC, Target announce recall of Children's Toy Trucks. Small parts could break off the truck, posing a choking hazard to young children. The recall includes four-piece "So Hot Way Cool Free Wheel" Truck sets. Various trucks sold in the sets include a combination of fire trucks, oil trucks, vegetable trucks, sanitation trucks, tow trucks and box trucks. Writing on the trucks includes, "EMERGENCY" or "CITY SERVICE." The words "So Hot Way Cool Free Wheel Truck" and the item number 204 02 0838 are written on the packaging. Consumers should take the toy trucks away from children and return them to the nearest Target store for a gift card in the amount of a full refund ($5.00, plus applicable state taxes). For more information, consumers can contact Target at (800) 440-0680 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  7/14/05

CPSC, Sycamore Kids Inc. announce recall of Mountain Buggy Jogging Strollers. The handlebar can crack or break causing the handlebar to possibly detach while in use, posing a risk of injury to young children. Sycamore has received 10 reports of handlebar either cracking or breaking when the stroller was pulled up or taken down stairs. No injuries were reported. Contact Sycamore Kids to find an authorized repair center to receive a free replacement handlebar ratchet. Call Sycamore Kids Inc. toll-free at (866) 524-8805 anytime, or write to support@mountainbuggyusa.com.

  7/12/05

CPSC, NBTY Inc. announce recall of Nature's Bounty and Natural Wealth Brand Multivitamins. The vitamins contain iron, but do not have child-resistant packaging as required by federal law. They could cause serious injury or death if ingested by a child.
The Nature's Bounty and Natural Wealth brand multivitamins have lot number 60835-06 written on the label. The recalled vitamins were sold in containers of 100 caplets. The containers are both clear with white caps. They are labeled "Nature's Bounty Multi-Day
Multivitamin Plus Iron" or "Natural Wealth Daily Vitamin Plus Iron." Sold at Various drug and grocery stores and independent distributors nationwide from July 2004 through March 2005 for about $4. Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of children and return it to the store where it was purchased or contact NBTY for information on receiving a refund or replacement. Call NBTY at (800) 433-2990 between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  7/8/05 CPSC, Pokémon USA announce recall of Pokémon Plush Toys. The stuffing of the toy may contain tips of sewing needles which could pose a puncture hazard. The recall involves 10 "Pokédoll" plush toy characters including Pikachu, Minun, Plusle, Skitty, Evee, Munchlax, Mew, Ho-Oh, and Lugia. Pikachu comes in a 12-inch and a 6-inch tall version. All of the other characters are approximately 6-inches tall. They have a sewn-in label that reads: "Pokémon Center ©2005 Pokémon /Nintendo /Creatures/ GAME FREAK" on one side and "2005 MADE IN CHINA" on the other. Parents should take these toys away from children immediately and contact Pokémon USA to receive a free replacement toy. For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at (800) 930-6613 anytime.

  7/7/05

CPSC, Graco Children's Products Inc. announce recall of Duo Tandem and Certain MetroLite(tm) Strollers. These strollers can fail to latch properly and unexpectedly collapse while in use. This can result in broken bones, cuts, bumps, bruises and other injuries to young children riding in the stroller and consumers pushing the stroller.

For the Duo Tandem strollers, Graco has received reports of 306 collapses causing 230 reported injuries, including a broken arm, and a cut to a child requiring 46 stitches.

For the MetroLite strollers, Graco has received reports of 223 stroller collapses causing 34 reported injuries including 18 bumps and bruises to the head or body. Other injuries associated with both strollers include cuts, scrapes, scratches, pinched fingers and muscle pulls.

The recalled Duo Tandem strollers, manufactured between 1994 and 1999, have two seats, one seat in front and one seat in back. The strollers have a blue, white or green plastic and steel frame. They have four wheels in the front and two wheels in the rear. The cloth seats and tops have various colors and patterns. There is a label with the model and serial number on the stroller's frame. Only strollers with serial numbers and model numbers listed below are included in this recall.

Graco Duo Tandem
Model Numbers Serial Number Range
7950
7955
7960 Between 01011994 and 12311999
7965
7970
7980
7990 Between 01011996 and 10311998

The recalled MetroLite strollers, manufactured in 2000 and 2001, have a blue, gray or black plastic and steel frame. The cloth seat and top have various colors and patterns. The strollers have four wheels in the front and two wheels in the rear. These strollers were sold as a stand-alone stroller and also as part of a travel system that included an infant car seat/carrier and a base. The car seat/carrier is not affected. There is a label on the cross bar under the foot rest containing the model and serial number. Only strollers with serial numbers between 10012000 and 12312001 in the first 8 digits and the following model numbers are included in this recall.

Graco MetroLite Model Numbers:
6110DW 7413CML
6114NGS 6114HAV
6110F3 7413MRN
7410CON 6114JAM
6111FKB

The Duo tandem strollers sold at: Discount, department and juvenile product stores nationwide from January 1994 through December 2000 for between $80 and $150.
The MetroLite strollers sold at: Discount, department and juvenile product stores nationwide from November 2000 through December 2002 for between $100 and $200.

Consumers should stop using these strollers immediately and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit. The kit includes a custom-designed latch that consumers should attach to the stroller's frame to ensure it is properly latched. The repair kit will be available
in approximately 1 to 2 weeks. Call Graco at (800) 981-4412 anytime.

  7/6/05

CPSC, Dorel Juvenile Group issue alert on Safety 1st Tubside Bath Seats. Dorel Juvenile Group has received nine reports of breakage due to use of Tubside Bath Seats in non-traditional or sunken bathtubs. An additional 67 reports of breakage due to handling, assembly and unknown reasons also were received. There was one report of a child bumping his forehead when a bath seat tipped over in a non-traditional tub, resulting in a bruise.
These Safety 1st Tubside Bath Seats have model number 44301 engraved on the bottom of the base. "Safety 1st" is printed on the front of the units. They are white and blue, have a swivel seat and an elbow cushion on the attachment arm. These seats are intended for use with children from 5 months to 10 months of age.

Consumers are urged to ensure that these bath seats are used in accordance with the instructions:
This product is NOT for use with the following style tubs:
* Tubs with edge width less than 3 inches or greater than 5 inches.
* Tubs with depth (top to bottom) less than 12 inches or greater than 15 inches.
* Free standing (legged or pedestal), oval, drop-in, or spa type tubs
* DO NOT use the bath seat if the Red Warning Label on the arm is exposed.
* ALWAYS keep child within arm's reach. Children have drowned when left unattended in bath seats.
* Discount department and other mass merchants sold these bath seats from December 2003 through August 2004 for about $20.

Consumers who have a Tubside Bath Seat should check the dimension of their tubs. If they have a non-traditional or sunken bathtub outside the specified dimensions, or have a broken unit the consumer should immediately stop using the Tubside Bath Seat and contact the firm for information on how to get a $20 rebate toward the purchase of any other Dorel Juvenile Group product. Consumers should not return product to retail stores.
For more information, contact Dorel Juvenile Group at (888) 698-6681 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

  6/29/05

CPSC, Pottery Barn Kids announce recall of Toy Chests. A problem with the lid support on the toy chest could cause the lid not to stay open, posing the risk of an impact injury to a child's head, fingers or hands. This recall includes the Cameron toy chest in model numbers 4825378 (Honey), 6252852 (Espresso) and 4825386 (White). The product name and model number is located on a label affixed to the back of the toy chest. Inside the lid of the toy chest is a blackboard and an extra storage shelf. The toy chests are made of American hardwood frame with veneer panels and measure 40 x 18 x 20" high. Consumers should immediately stop young children from using these toy chests and contact Pottery Barn Kids to determine if their toy chest lid support needs replacement. Pottery Barn Kids will provide consumers with a free lid support replacement kit. Contact Pottery Barn Kids at (800) 699-0449 between 7 a.m. and 12 midnight daily.

  6/23/05

CPSC, Prestige Toy Corp. announce recall of Spinning Water Teethers. The plastic spinner in the center of the teether can break, causing small beads to fall out. This poses a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take these teethers away from young children and return the item to Prestige Toy Corp. for a full refund. Contact Prestige Toy Corp's Hotline at (866) 666-8266 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  6/17/05

CPSC, Shakespeare Fishing Tackle Division announce recall of Children's Fishing Poles. The paint on the rods of these fishing poles contains lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should stop using the recalled fishing poles and contact Shakespeare Fishing Tackle for information on receiving a free replacement fishing kit. For more information, call Shakespeare Fishing Tackle toll-free at (866) 466-0559 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  6/16/05

CPSC, Kids II Inc. announce recall of Doorway Baby Jumpers. The plastic clamp that attaches the jumper seat to a door frame can break, which can cause the unit to fall to the floor. This poses an injury hazard to young children. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and disable the jumper by cutting a one-inch portion of the yellow strap just below the clamp. To receive a free replacement product, consumers should cut out the white warning label from the canvas seat and mail the label and
the one-inch portion of the yellow strap to Kids II at 555 North Point Center East, Suite 600, Alpharetta, GA 30022. For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  6/15/05

CPSC, Wal-Mart Stores and Infantino announce recall of Fun Frog Soft Gyms. A cap on the wire supports inside the soft gym's upright arms can detach, allowing the wire to poke through the fabric. This poses a laceration and puncture hazard to babies. Consumers should return the recalled soft gyms to their nearest Wal-Mart store to receive a refund. Contact Infantino at (888) 808-3111 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

  5/25/05

CPSC, Summit Marketing International LLC announce recall to repair children's folding chairs. The chair's safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and finger tip amputations to children's fingers. Consumers should stop using the chairs immediately, and contact Summit for instructions on how to receive a repair kit to replace the locking pin. Consumers should call Summit toll-free at (866) 270-6275 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  5/12/05

CPSC, Delta Enterprise Corp. announce recall of Lov's Pacifiers. 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 discard the pacifiers and contact the firm for instructions on how to obtain a refund or replacement product. Contact Delta Enterprise's Pacifier Hotline at (800) 377-3777 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  5/12/05

CPSC, Pamela Drake Inc. announce recall of Wooden Push Toys. Small parts can break off posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take these recalled push toys away from young children and return the toys to Pamela Drake Inc. or their local retailer for a full refund. Call Pamela Drake Inc. at (800) 966-3762 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

  5/12/05

CPSC, Dollar General Corp. announce recall of Metal Heart-Shaped Pendants. The recalled heart-shaped pendant contains high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation. Consumers should take these necklaces away from children immediately and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund. Contact Dollar General at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  5/10/05

CPSC, Fisher-Price announce recall of Push Toys. A young child's chin, jaw, and teeth can get lodged in the opening at the top of the push toy's round-shaped handle and incur injuries. Consumers should take the recalled push toys away from young children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive a repair kit and installation instructions.
Contact Fisher-Price at (800) 991-2444 anytime.

  5/10/05 CPSC, Fisher-Price announce recall of Pogo Sticks. An internal metal pin can wear down, causing the pogo sticks to remain stuck in the down position and release unexpectedly, posing a risk of fall or facial impact injuries to children. Consumers should take the products away from children immediately and contact Fisher-Price to receive a free replacement pogo stick. Contact Fisher-Price at (800) 991-2444 anytime.

  5/3/05

CPSC, Simplicity Inc. announces recall of cribs. The white paint on the cribs can chip, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should contact Simplicity Inc. to receive a refund. Call Simplicity Inc. at (800) 858-8323 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  4/29/05

CPSC, Atico International USA announce recall of Children's Folding Chairs. The chair's safety lock can fail, allowing the chair to collapse or fold unexpectedly. Children's fingers can become caught or entrapped in the hinge and slot areas of the chair, posing a pinch or cut hazard. This can cause severe lacerations and finger tip amputations to children's fingers. Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Atico for a full refund. Consumers should call Atico at (877) 546-4835 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  4/20/05

CPSC, California International Trading announce recall of pacifiers and two electronic toys. The pacifiers and toys can easily break apart, exposing small parts. This poses a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the recalled pacifiers and toys away from young children and call California International Trading to find out how to get a refund and postage reimbursement. For additional information, contact California International Trading toll-free at (800) 416-4491 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

  4/19/05

CPSC, Carter's announce recall of Carter's Brand Children's Overalls. The plastic center of the decorative snaps on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard. Contact Carter's to receive a refund. Contact them at 866-999-1802 anytime.

  4/13/05 CPSC, Zebco announce recall of Children's Fishing Poles. The paint on the rods of these fishing poles contains lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Consumers should stop using the recalled fishing poles and contact Zebco for information on receiving a free replacement fishing pole. Contact Zebco at 800-444-5581, ext. 6217 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

  4/13/05 CPSC, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. announce recall of Karaoke Cassette Player/Recorders. The paint on the five control buttons of the karaoke player contains excessive lead, posing a lead poisoning hazard to children. Lead poisoning in children is associated with behavioral problems, learning disabilities, hearing problems and growth retardation. Consumers should return the recalled karaoke players to their nearest Wal-Mart store to receive a refund. Contact Wal-Mart at 800-925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

  4/13/05 CPSC, Baja Products announce recall of My First Crayon-Balls and My First Crayon-Ball Activity Sets. The small crayon balls can break loose from the plastic base of the products. This can pose a choking hazard to children. Consumers should take these toys away from children and return them to the store where purchase for a refund or call Baja Products for a replacement at 800-556-3674 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  4/7/05 CPSC, Solar Inc. announce recall of Flashing Toy Pacifiers. The nipple can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to children. Consumers should discard the pacifiers or return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Contact Solar Inc. at 800-837-6527 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  3/24/05 CPSC, MGA Entertainment Inc. announce recall of Bratz(tm) Stylin' Scooters(tm). The wheels of the scooter can break or become damaged, and users of the scooters can fall and suffer injuries. Consumers should stop using the product and contact MGA for a refund or a replacement scooter. For more information, contact MGA at 800-222-4685 anytime.

  3/24/05 CPSC, Reebok and Adjmi announce recall of Children's Reebok Jacket and Pant sets. The zipper slider and pull on the jackets can detach, if pulled when the jacket is open. The detached zipper slider and pull can pose a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the recalled product away from young children and contact Adjmi recall hotline to receive a replacement product. For more information or to receive instructions on receiving a replacement product contact Adjmi recall hotline at 800-873-5570.

  3/22/05 CPSC, Graco Children's Products announce recall of Toddler Beds. A child's arm, leg or foot can become entrapped between the slats in the guard rails or footboard. This can result in broken bones, sprains and other injuries to young children. Consumers should remove the guard rails from the recalled Graco toddler beds and call the firm to receive a free retrofit kit. The kit includes custom designed mesh coverings that must be attached to the guard rails and footboard to prevent entrapment. The mesh coverings will be available in 6 to 8 weeks. Contact Graco at 800-837-4404 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  3/9/05 CPSC, Delta Enterprise Corp. announce recall to repair portable cribs. The crib slats can separate from the headboard, posing an entrapment risk to young children. Also, children can fall through the slat opening. Consumers should stop using the crib and contact Delta Enterprise Corp. to arrange for two free replacement headboards. Consumers should contact Delta Enterprise Corp. at 877-660-3777 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  3/4/05 CPSC, J. C. Penny Corp. announce recall of infant and toddler sweaters (Arizona(r) Boys' Zip-Up Cardigan Sweater). The zipper pull mechanism can detach from the zipper, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should stop using the recalled sweaters and return them to any J. C. Penny store for a refund. Contact J. C. Penny at 888-333-6063 anytime.

  3/4/05 CPSC, The Elegant Kids 2000 Inc. announce recall of pacifiers. The pacifiers are banned under federal law. They failed federal safety tests when the nipples separate from the base and can pose a choking hazard to infants and small children. Consumers should return the recalled pacifiers to the store where purchased to receive a full refund. For more information contact The Elegant Kids 2000 Inc. collect at 213-627-6716 between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

  3/3/05 CPSC, Hirschberg Schutz & Co. announce recall of metal charms. The recalled metal charms contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children. Consumers should take these metal charms away from children and contact Hirschberg Schutz & Co. at 800-873-5506 anytime to receive a refund. Consumers can also e-mail the firm at charmsrecall@horizongroupusa.com for more information.

  3/2/05 CPSC, Ocean Desert Sales Inc. announce recall of children's Stuffed Yarn Bunnies. The eyes and heart and flower buttons can detach posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the toy away from young children and return it to the store where purchased for a refund. Contact Ocean Desert Sales at 800-252-1931 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  2/25/05 CPSC, Dollar Tree Stores Inc. announce recall of electronic musical toys. The ball on the end of the drumstick sold with these toys can break off during use, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take these toys away from young children and return the recalled toys to the store where purchased for a refund. For more information, contact Dollar Tree Stores Inc. at 800-876-8077 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  2/22/05 CPSC, Playtex Products Inc. announce recall of Hip Hammock Child Carriers. The shoulder strap support can detach from the hammock, posing a fall hazard to the baby. Consumers should stop using the carrier and contact Playtex Products Inc. for instructions on returning the carrier for a replacement. Contact Playtex Products Inc. at 800-522-8230 between 8:30 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  2/17/05 CPSC, Charles Products announce recall of toddler drinking cups. A container inside the cup holds petroleum distillates, which can leak onto the outside of the cup and could come into contact with the user posing a poisoning hazard to children. This item was sold exclusively at Maui Ocean Center in Wailuku Maui, Hawaii from June 2003 through September 2004. Consumers should take these cups away from young children. Consumers should return the cups to the store where purchased for a refund or contact the firm. Call Charles Products at 800-242-7537 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  2/17/05 CPSC, GSI Commerce Solutions announce recall of electric scooters. A knob can loosen and cause the handlebar to detach from the scooter. Additionally, the folding joint lock on the model FS-101 scooter can break, causing the handlebars to release from the upright position. Both hazards can cause the rider to lose control and fall from the scooter. Consumers should stop using the product and contact GSI Commerce Solutions to receive a free repair kit. Call GSI Commerce Solutions at 866-316-4812 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  2/16/05 CPSC, Dollar General Corp. announce recall of Dive Sticks. Children can fall or land on these upright dive sticks in shallow water and suffer impalement injuries. CPSC banned pre-weighted dive sticks in 2001. Consumers should take these dive sticks away from children and return them to Dollar General stores for a refund, or discard them. Contact Dollar General at 800-678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  2/15/05 CPSC, Wal-Mart stores announce recall of Reef Rocker infant toys. The seam on the plastic balls can separate, releasing the small toy inside and posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take the toy away from the child and return it to their nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund. Call Wal-Mart at 800-925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday.

  2/15/05 CPSC, HIS International announce recall of Jumper Sets. The paint on the buttons contains excessive lead levels, posing a lead poisoning hazard to young children. Consumers should immediately take the denim jumper away from the child and return to Kmart for a refund or replacement. Consumers should contact HIS International at 888-467-3990 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  2/11/05 CPSC, Big Save International announce recall of baby walkers. The walkers fit through a standard doorway and are not designed to stop at the edge of a step. Additionally, these walkers can tip over. Babies using these walkers can be seriously injured or killed. Stop using the recalled walkers immediately and return the walkers to the retailers where purchased for a refund. Call Big Save International Corp. at 800-626-9393 between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

  2/10/05 CPSC, New Star Toys and Gifts Inc. announce recall of toy cars. Small parts can break off during use, posing a choking hazard to young children. Consumers should take these away from young children and return the recalled toys to the store where purchased for a refund. Contact New Star at 888-647-0051 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

  2/9/05 CPSC, Todo Dollar Wholesale announce recall of pacifiers. The nipple can detach from the pacifier, posing a choking hazard to young children. Return the pacifiers to the store where purchased to receive a refund. For more information, call Todo Dollar Wholesale at 866-325-4732 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  2/4/05 CPSC, H & M announce recall of Girls' Sweaters with Faux Fur Trim. The furry trim on the sweaters is dangerously flammable. Consumers should return the recalled sweaters to any H & M location to receive a refund. For additional information contact H & M at 877-439-6261 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  1/28/05 CPSC, Leiner Health Products announce recall of multi-vitamins. The vitamins, which contain iron that can cause serious injury or death if ingested by children, do not have child-resistant packaging as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. Consumers should keep this product out of the reach of children and return the product to the nearest Long's retail store for a refund or replacement. Call Leiner Health Products at 800-421-1168 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday. Consumers may visit www.leiner.com for information about this recall.

  1/25/05 CPSC, Jumpking Inc.(r) announced recall of Trampolines, Enclosures. Welds on the frame of these trampolines can break during use, resulting in falls and possible injuries. Additionally, the mounting brackets of the FunRing enclosures have sharp edges, which can cause lacerations. Jumpking has received 47 reports of one or more welds breaking on these trampolines. Consumers should stop using the trampolines and/or the enclosures, and contact Jumpking to receive free repair kits. To order the repair kit or for more information, contact Jumpking Inc. toll-free at 866-302-8669 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to their web site at www.jumpking.com.

  1/24/05 CPSC, Pottery Barn Kids announce recall of Chamois Blankets. The decorative stitching on the blanket's edge can come loose, allowing a child to become entangled in the yarn. This poses a strangulation hazard to young children. Consumers can remove the decorative stitching or contact Pottery Barn Kids for information on how to receive a replacement or refund. Contact Pottery Barn Kids toll-free at 877-800-9720 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET daily or visit them online at www.potterybarnkids.com.

  1/19/05 CPSC, Kids Station Inc. announce recall of Children's Musical Drum Set, sold exclusively at Toys "R" Us. Small parts can break off during use, posing a choking hazard to young children. Return the recalled Big Drum Musical Set to your nearest Toys "R" Us store for a refund. Call Kids Station at 800-227-4772 anytime or visit them online at www2.toysrus.com.

  1/11/05 CPSC Riviera Trading Inc. announce recall of Children's Costume Bracelets. The bracelets contain high levels of lead and pose a lead poisoning hazard to children. Consumers should immediately take these bracelets away from young children and contact the company to receive a refund. Call Riviera toll-free at 800-524-0110 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.

  1/7/05 CPSC, Norco Products Ltd. announce recall of bicycle attachment. The hardware used in the assembly of the universal hitch may come loose causing the unit to separate from the lead bicycle, which could lead to a serious injury or death to the rider of the bicycle attachment. Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact their local bicycle dealer to arrange for an inspection and to receive a no charge repair kit to be installed for free.Call Norco Products toll-free at 800-663-8916 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

  1/6/05 CPSC, Orbelle Trade Inc. announce recall of cribs.The Amber Model crib included in this recall does not comply with crib safety standards due to a gap between the side rail and the crib mattress support, posing an entrapment hazard to infants. All other model cribs included in the recall do not have proper assembly instructions and diagrams required for cribs. They are also missing cautionary and warning labels as required by federal law. If the cribs are not assembled properly they could pose an entrapment hazard to infants.

  1/4/05 CPSC, The Step 2 Co. announce recall to repair toddler swings. The straps on these swings could break, causing a child riding in the swing to fall to the ground and suffer injuries. Consumers should stop using these swings and contact the firm to determine if their swing is involved in the recall. If it is, the firm will provide a free repair. Contact Step 2 at 800-347-8372 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log on to www.step2.com.