3 New Recalls

1.)Children's Hooded Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by R&D International Due to Strangulation Hazard.
Name of Product: Young Colors Children's Hooded Jackets
Hazard: The jackets have drawstrings through the hood and at the waist. Children can get entangled in the drawstrings that can catch on playground equipment, fences or tree branches. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts. From 1985 through June 2008, CPSC received reports of 27 deaths and 70 non-fatal incidents involving the entanglement of children’s clothing drawstrings.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the jacket to eliminate the safety hazard.
There are a few different pictures of these, to see them go here.


2.)Target Recalls Dive Sticks Due to Impalement Hazard

Name of Product: Dive Sticks
Hazard: The recalled dive sticks could remain in an upright position, posing an
impalement hazard to young children. CPSC banned pre-weighted dive sticks in
2001.
Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled dive sticks away from young children
immediately and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
For more on this recall go here.

3.)Brownie's Third Lung Recalls Air Compressors Due to Drowning Hazard
Name of Product: Air Compressors
Description: The recalled air compressors are used to provide air to divers. The
recalled products include the following models:
Hazard: The air compressor's components can fail, which could cause a stoppage
of air flow. This poses a risk of drowning to users.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the air compressor and contact
their dealer for a free inspection and repair, if necessary. Consumers are being
directly notified of this recall.
For more on this recall, including pictures, go here.


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2 New Recalls

Recall #1

Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled by Adio Footwear Due to Strangulation Hazard




The garments have a drawstring through the hood, which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, and return the item to the place of purchase or to Adio Footwear for a full refund. For more information on this particular recall go Here


Recall #2

Kids Station Toys Recalls Little Tikes Toy Cell Phones Due to Choking Hazard



The hinge cover on the toy cell phone can detach from the phone, posing a choking hazard to young children. CPSC and the firm have received three reports of the toy breaking, including one report of a child beginning to choke on a small part. Consumers should take these toy phones away from young children immediately and contact the firm for instructions on obtaining a free replacement. For more information on this particular recall go Here

New Recall

Counterfeit Circuit Breakers Recalled By Specialty Lamp International Due to Fire Hazard. The recalled circuit breakers labeled “Square D” have been determined by Square D to be counterfeit and can fail to trip when they are overloaded, posing a fire hazard to consumers. Go Here for more information on this recall.

New Recalls

Master Toys & Novelties Inc. Recalls Little Rider Toys Due to Violation of
Lead Paint Standard.
Go here for more info on this particular recall.
















The Home Depot Recalls Candle Holders Due to Fire Hazard.
Go here for more info on this particular recall.
















The Douglas Co. Recalls Children's Blankets Due to Strangulation Hazard.
Go here for more info on this particular recall.

Baby Bottle and Food Warmers Recall

There is a recall involving Baby Bottle and Food Warmers by Munchkin Due to Fire Hazard, go Here for more info.

Children's Storage Bin Recall

There is a recall involving kids storage bins sold at Lowes due to lead paint, go here for more info: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08260.html