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Save2007 Product Recalls Alert
Check here for recall updates on toys, gear, food, and other items that your family might use.
NEW! 16,200 Boys' Jackets Recalled Due to Entrapment Hazard
Gap Outlet has recalled about 16,200 boys' jackets (sold exclusively at Gap Outlet stores nationwide from September 2007 through December 2007) after discovering the jackets have a waist drawstring with a toggle that could become caught in small spaces or doorways, posing an entrapment hazard to children. Remove the drawstring or return the jacket to any Gap Outlet store for a full refund. Visit the following sites for style number, photos, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Report
NEW! 170,000 Tot Tower Blocks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
eeBoo Corp. has recalled about 170,000 Tot Tower toy blocks (sold at specialty and gift stores nationwide from January 2003 through September 2007) after discovering the plastic covering on the toy blocks can detach, posing a choking hazard to children. Keep children away from the toys. Return the toys to the store for a full refund or contact eeBoo Corp. for a replacement. Visit the following sites for photos and more information:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Report
NEW! 2,800 Super Magnets Toys Recalled Due to Dangerous Magnets
Man's Trading Company has recalled about 2,800 Super Magnets toys (sold at dollar and gift stores nationwide from September 2005 through November 2007) after discovering the magnet attached to the bottom of each panda-shaped toy can detach. If swallowed by young children, the magnets can attract each other internally and cause dangerous intestinal perforations or blockages. Keep children away from the toys. Return the toys to the store for a full refund. Visit the following site for photos and more information:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Report
NEW! 1,000 Teething Rings Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
Empire Silver Company has recalled about 1,000 sterling silver teething rings (sold at independent jewelry, gift, specialty, and department stores nationwide during November 2007) after discovering the silver ball that holds the ring in place can separate and release the beads inside, posing a choking hazard to babies. Take the teething ring away from your child and return it to the store for a full refund or replacement. Visit these sites for styles, photos, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Report
NEW! 12,000 Girls' Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard
Liberty Apparel Co. Inc. has recalled about 12,000 Jewel brand girls' hooded sweatshirts (sold at Marshalls and other specialty children's clothing stores nationwide from August 2007 through November 2007) after discovering the drawstring through the hood poses a strangulation hazard to children. Remove the drawstrings or return the sweatshirts to either the store or Liberty Apparel for a full refund. Visit the following site for style numbers, photos, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Report
NEW! 13,000 Measuring Charts Recalled Due to Lead
Discount School Supply has recalled about 13,000 Giant Grow Charts (sold through the company's catalogs and Web site from August 2000 through August 2007) after discovering the paint on the chart contained excessive levels of lead. Stop using the chart and contact Discount School Supply for a credit or refund. Visit these sites for photos and more information:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Report
NEW! 11,400 Soldier Bear Toys Recalled Due to Lead
Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) has recalled about 11,400 Soldier Bear-branded toys (sold at AAFES stores nationwide from August 2006 through October 2007) after discovering the surface paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead. The toys include the Wooden Pull-Along Learning Blocks Wagon, the Time Teacher magnetic shapes clock, the Wooden Riding Horse, and the Military Vehicle Playset. Keep your children away from the toys and return them to the nearest AAFES store for a refund. Visit these sites for photos, style numbers, UPC codes, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Report
28,000 Infant Teethers Recalled Due to Choking Hazard
Infantino LLC has recalled about 28,000 infant Lion Teethers (sold at Babies "R" Us, Pottery Barn Kids, and other specialty stores nationwide from June 2006 through December 2007) after discovering the plastic nose can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies. Stop using the teethers and contact Infantino for a replacement. Visit these sites for photos, date codes, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
300,000 Children's Toys Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Lead
Greenbriar International has recalled about 300,000 children's toys sold at Dollar Tree, Dollar Bill$, Dollar Express, Greenbacks, Only One $1, and Deal$ after discovering they contain excessive levels of lead. The two types of toys are Baby Bead & Wire Toys (sold from March 2007 through October 2007) and Speed Racer Pull Back & Go Action! Cars (sold from September 2007 through November 2007). Keep your children away from the toys and return them to the store for a refund. Visit these sites for photos, item numbers, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
1,000 Children's Jewelry Sets Recalled Due to Lead
Codee International Corp. has recalled about 1,000 Codeena Princess children's metal jewelry sets (sold at discount stores from September 2005 through August 2007) after discovering the jewelry contains high levels of lead. Keep your children away from the jewelry and return it to the store for a refund. Visit these sites for photos, item numbers, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
1,100 Air Hockey Tables Recalled Due to Burn Hazard
Gamenamics Inc. has recalled about 1,100 cordless air-powered hockey tables (sold at Hammacher Schlemmer and Sky Mall catalogs and Web sites from August 2006 through January 2007 and June 2007 through July 2007) after discovering the wires can overheat or melt, posing a burn hazard. Hammacher has mailed free repair kits to table owners; don't use the hockey table until you install the kit. If you haven't received the kit or have you've already found wire damage, contact Hammacher Schlemmer to return the table for a full refund. Visit these sites for photos, serial numbers, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
14,000 Fishing Games Recalled Due to Lead
Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc. has recalled about 14,000 Fishing Games (sold at certain grocery stores from October 2007 through November 2007) after discovering game parts contain excessive levels of lead. Keep your children away from the game and return it to store for a full refund. Visit these sites for photos, serial numbers, and more information:
Far East Brokers and Consultants Inc.
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
260,000 Children's Sunglasses Recalled Due to Lead
FGX International Inc. has recalled about 260,000 children's sunglasses in 15 different styles, many under the name Foster Grant (sold at various stores nationwide from January 2007 through November 2007) after discovering the surface paint can contain excessive levels of lead. Stop using these sunglasses and contact FGX for a free replacement or refund. Visit these sites for photos, style names and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
HiB Vaccines Recalled
Merck & Co., Inc. has recalled about 1 million doses of its HiB (Haemophilus influenzae type B) vaccines because they may not have been sterilized properly. (However, no germs have been discovered in the vaccines themselves.) The vaccines have been distributed since April 2007, but according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, no side effects or infections have been found in children so far.
The vaccine, which protects against a bacterium (HiB) that can cause serious infections such as meningitis and pneumonia, is given to babies in two or three doses between 2 and 15 months. If your child has been vaccinated in the past week, watch the injection site for redness or bumps and call the pediatrician immediately if you have any concerns. If it's been over a week with no symptoms, there's no need to worry. Visit these sites for more information:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2,000 Stokke Strollers Recalled Due to Front Wheel Detachment
Stokke LLC has recalled about 2,000 Xplory Baby Strollers (sold from September 2003 through December 2006) after discovering that the bolts that attach the front wheels to the stroller can loosen and cause the wheels to fall off. Stop using the recalled strollers immediately and contact Stokke to arrange for a free replacement of the front wheels. Visit these sites for photos, serial numbers, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
138,000 Ameriwood Entertainment Centers Recalled Due to Collapsing Hazard
Ameriwood Industries Inc. has recalled about 138,000 entertainment centers (sold from June 2000 through May 2005 under the brand name Ridgewood/Charleswood) after discovering the centers can collapse if the back panel is not secured to the wall. Keep your children away from the units and contact Ameriwood to receive a free support panel repair kit. Visit these sites for photos, model numbers, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
92,000 GE Combination Wall/Microwave Ovens Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
GE Consumer & Industrial has recalled about 92,000 Built-In Combination Wall and Microwave Ovens (sold from January 2000 to December 2003, under the brand names GE, GE Profile, and Kenmore) after discovering the door switch in the microwave can overheat and catch fire. Stop using the microwave immediately (you can still use the regular oven) and contact the company for a free repair or rebate toward a new appliance. Visit these sites for photos, model numbers, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
17,200 Old Navy Boys' Jackets Recalled Due to Entrapment Hazard
Old Navy LLC has recalled about 17,200 Performance Fleece-Lined boys' jackets (sold from August 2007 through November 2007) after discovering that the jacket's waist drawstring with a toggle can get caught in small spaces and doorways. Visit these sites for photos, style number, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
260,000 Children's Potty Training & Feeding Seats Recalled Due to Fall Hazards & Lead
RC2 Corp. has recalled about 160,000 First Years 3-in-1 Flush and Sounds Potty Seats (sold from April 2006 through August 2007) because paint on the back of the seats had excessive levels of lead. Stop using the seat or contact RC2 for a free protective plastic cover to reduce your childs exposure to the paint.
The company also recalled about 100,000 First Years Newborn-to-Toddler Reclining Feeding Seats (sold from November 2006 through October 2007) because the restraining straps can come loose, posing a falling risk to babies and toddlers. Stop using the seat or contact RC2 for free replacement straps.
Visit these sites for photos, company contact info and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
Sears Recalls 11,300 Girls' Sweaters and Children's Pants Due to Strangulation & Entrapment Hazards
Sears has recalled about 6,100 TKS-brand children's pants (sold from July 2007 to August 2007) because the ribbon belts exceed the length in safety guidelines, which poses an entrapment or entanglement risk. The company also recalled about 5,200 Personal Identity-brand V-neck sweaters (sold during September 2007) because the drawstrings on the hoods may be a choking hazard. Get rid of the belts and drawstrings or toss the clothes, and visit these sites for photos and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
Kmart Recalls 13,000 Girls' Clothing Sets Due to Entrapment Hazard
Kmart has recalled about 13,000 Basic Editions-brand girls' clothing sets (sold during July 2007) because the drawstrings at the waist exceed the length in safety guidelines; this increases the wearer's risk of becoming entangled. Remove the drawstrings immediately or toss the clothes. Visit these sites for photos, style numbers, and more information:
U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission's Recalls & Product Safety News
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