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Club Car Announces Recall to Repair
Golf Cars and Other Vehicles -
January 13, 2005 -
Club Car is recalling 19,663 2004 and 2005 model year gasoline and electric powered Golf Cars and other
vehicles. Microscopic cracks in the brake equalizer rods on certain vehicles may cause the rods to fatigue and
fail prematurely in continuous use. Such failure could result in a loss of braking ability. The recalled vehicles
are used for short distance transportation around golf courses, hotels, resorts, airports, and residential
communities.
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American Suzuki Motor Corporation
Announces Recall of 2005 DR-Z110K5 Off-Road Motorcycles -
December 10, 2004 -
Suzuki is recalling about 1,500 2005 model year DR-Z110K5 Off-Road Motorcycles. The rear shock absorber
may have been assembled with an incorrect o-ring, allowing fluid to leak from the shock absorber. Fluid loss
from the shock absorber can compromise the shock's damping characteristics, which can render the motorcycle
unstable creating a potential for injury or death. This motorcycle is designed for a rider weighing less than
121 pounds. Suzuki dealers sold these ATVs nationwide between July 2004 and early November 2004. They
are yellow in color with red stripe on the side of the fuel tank with a large "S", the Suzuki logo.
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Kawasaki Motors Is Recalling 2005 Off-
Highway Motorcycles -
December 10, 2004 -
Kawasaki is recalling about 1,500 2005 model KLX110-A4 off-highway motorcycles. On some units, the rear
shock absorber may have been assembled with an incorrect o-ring, allowing fluid to leak from the shock. Fluid
loss from the shock can compromise the shock's damping characteristics, which can render the motorcycle
unstable creating a potential for an injury or death. The recalled Kawasaki motorcycles are "minicycles,"
small-sized motorcycles intended for use by minors and adults. They are green in color, and have "Kawasaki"
and "KLX110" identification on the sides of the fuel tank.
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Polaris Industries Announces Recall of
900 Fusion, 900 RMK Snowmobiles -
December 07, 2004 -
Polaris is recalling about 2,580 "900 Fusion" and "900 RMK 151" snowmobiles. The fuel connections
between the fuel line and the fuel pump and fuel filter can leak. Failure of the fuel connection can result in
leaking fuel and a possible fire, which can result in severe injury or death. In addition, the drive shaft may
have been incorrectly heat treated resulting in brittle drive shafts that could fail at lower loads than the shafts
were originally designed to meet. Failure of the drive shaft can result in a loss of braking of the snowmobile
and severe injury or death. Model year 2005 Polaris "900 Fusion" and "900 RMK 151" snowmobiles with
model numbers S05MP8DS(A)(B)(C) and S05PL8DSA are part of this recall. The model number is located on
the vehicle identification tag located on the right side near the foot rest. The "900 Fusion" and "900 RMK
151" snowmobiles have either red/black or blue/silver/black seats with a red, black, or blue hood. "Fusion 900"
or "RMK 900" is prominently displayed on the sides of the body.
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American Suzuki Motor Corporation
Announces Recall of 2004 & 2005 Eiger™ and Vinson® ATVs -
December 07, 2004 -
American Suzuki is recalling about 27,000 2004-2005 Eiger and Vinson ATVs. The recalled ATVs were
assembled with an incorrectly sized mounting bolt under the fuel tank. This could result in fuel leakage
presenting a fire safety hazard and risk of injury or death.
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| Childrens' Products |
Jumpking ® Announces Recall of
Trampolines, Enclosures -
January 25, 2005 -
Jumpking Inc.® is recalling about 1 million trampolines and about 296,000 "FunRing" enclosures sold
separately and with Jumpking trampolines. 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. The brand name "Jumpking, Inc." is written on a warning label
wrapped around a leg of the trampoline.
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Pottery Barn Kids Announces Recall of
Chamois Blankets -
January 24, 2005 -
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling about 92,000 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. This recall involves children’s chamois blankets made of 100% polyester. The blankets were
sold in yellow, pink, blue and green, and the reverse side of all the blankets are white. Decorative yarn in a
coordinating color is stitched around the blanket’s edge. The blanket measures 30-inches wide by 40-inches
long and are labeled for stroller use. A label on the blanket reads "pottery barn kids" and "Made in Korea."
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Kids Station Announces Recall of
Children’s Musical Drum Set Sold Exclusively at Toys 'R' Us -
January 19, 2005 -
Kids Station is recalling 10,500 Fun Years Music Big Drum Musical Sets. Small parts can break off during use,
posing a choking hazard to young children. The recalled music set includes a yellow and green drum with a
clear plastic lid and a red one-piece carrying strap that doubles as a storage and carrying case for additional
instruments. The instruments stored in the drum include: purple drumsticks, yellow and red dumb-bell-shaped
maracas, purple wrist bells, an orange recorder, a yellow harmonica, a red-rimmed tambourine and a yellow
whistle.
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Riviera Trading Announces Recall of
Children's Costume Bracelets -
January 11, 2005 -
Riviera Trading is recalling about 7,100 Metallic costume bracelets. The bracelets contain high levels of lead
and pose a lead poisoning hazard to children. The recalled bracelets have heart, oval, and rectangular
shaped charms that have the phrases; "I like sports," "I like movies," "I like shopping" and "I like music" printed
on them. The bracelet also contains various colored plastic trinkets.
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Orbelle Trade Announces Recall of
Cribs -
January 06, 2005 -
Orbelle Trade is recalling about 7,700 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 this 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. The
cribs included in this recall are the Daniella, Leeat, Noa, Naomi, Gabriella, Amber and Series 300 model
cribs. The cribs are wood and come in a variety of painted and stained finishes including natural, cherry,
blonde, or white wood. Some of the cribs have built-in storage drawers on the side of the crib or underneath
the crib.
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Step 2 Co. Announces Recall to Repair
Toddler Swings -
January 04, 2005 -
Step 2 is recalling about 9,300 Toddler Swings. The straps on these swings could break, causing a child
riding in the swing to fall to the ground and suffer injuries. The recall includes toddler swings with model
numbers 7336KR and 733604. The model numbers are located on a label on the back of the swings. The
swings are made from green plastic and the red Step 2 logo is located on the front of the swing. The straps on
the recalled swings are grey and blue colored.
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AA Importer Announces Recall of Push
and Electronic Toys -
December 28, 2004 -
AA Importer is recalling about 5,200 Push Along Frog, Animal Organ, and Rock & Roll Kids Guitar Toys. The
toys can easily break apart, exposing small parts. This poses a choking hazard to young children. The Push
Along Frog toy has a 9.5- inch green plastic frog attached to a 15-inch, red plastic handle. A sticker on the
front of the toy reads "Push Along Forg" (sic). The electronic Animal Organ comes in four different styles, all
about 11- inches long. The style number, written on the back of the toy begins with "666." The electronic
guitars are about 14-inches long and have various colored buttons. "ROCK & ROLL KIDS" is written on stickers
on the front. "MADE IN CHINA" is written on all three toys.
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Raymond Geddes Announces Recall of
Children's Necklaces -
December 17, 2004 -
Raymond Geddes is recalling about 155,000 Metallic necklaces. The necklaces contain high levels of lead.
CPSC regulations ban children's products from containing high levels of lead due to the risk of lead poisoning
resulting from contact with these products. The necklaces also contain a sharp point, posing a laceration
hazard to young children. The recalled necklaces have medallions that came in four different designs
depicting frogs, dolphins with a small bead on the tail, a sunshine smiley face and an alien face on a
starburst. The medallion is on a black rope chain.
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Norton McNaughton Announces Recall
of Girls' Hooded Sweaters with Drawstrings -
December 09, 2004 -
Norton McNaughton is recalling 157,300 Energie Brand Hooded Sweaters. The hooded sweaters have
drawstrings, posing a strangulation hazard to children. The recalled hooded drawstring sweaters were sold in
a variety of colors and youth sizes S, M, L and XL. They were sold in either the pull-over hooded style or with
a zipper. The RN Number 33364 and the word "energie," together with a small red flower, are printed on the
collar tags.
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| Consumer Products |
Country Home Products Announces
Recall to Repair DR® Leaf and Lawn Vacuum -
February 01, 2005 -
Country Home Products is recalling 1,071 DR® Leaf and Lawn Vacuums. These leaf and lawn vacuums
have a plastic elbow and blower exit adaptor that is connected to the top of the shredding chamber. The
plastic can crack allowing stones, large sticks, and other material to puncture the plastic. This creates the
possibility that pieces of plastic or other debris can fly upward toward bystanders or the operator. When this
occurs, the potential for personal injury or property damage exists. The leaf and lawn vacuums have a red
circle with DR printed in black on each side of the chamber.
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Rossignol and Dynastar Announce
Recall of Snowboard Bindings -
February 01, 2005 -
Rossignol and Dynastar are recalling about 11,000 pairs of snowboard bindings. The baseplate of the binding
can break, resulting in loss of control and possible fall and injury to the snowboarder. This recall includes all
2003/2004 model year Rossignol-brand HC 500, Zena, Unit Pack, HC Rental, and Unit Rental snowboard
bindings. Also included are the 2003/2004 model year Dynastar-brand Classic RL and Classic Pack
snowboard bindings.
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Polk Audio Announces Recall of LSiW
Powered Subwoofers -
January 26, 2005 -
Polk Audio is recalling about 670 LSiW Powered Subwoofers. Electrical components in the subwoofer can
overheat and fail, resulting in electrical arcing and smoke. This recall includes Polk Audio model LSiW
subwoofers with part numbers AM8080-A (Ebony enclosure) and AM8083-A (Cherry enclosure). Affected
subwoofers have a serial number from AM808000100 to AM808000597 for the Ebony enclosure and
AM808300100 to AM808300599 for the Cherry enclosure. The serial number can be found on the bottom,
back edge of the subwoofer.
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Lakewood Announces Recall of Oil-
Filled Electric Heaters -
January 26, 2005 -
Lakewood is recalling 70,000 Model 5101oil-filled electric radiator heaters. Welds can rupture, expelling hot
oil that can burn nearby consumers. The units are grayish-white in color and have the name "Lakewood"
printed below the handle indentation on the control panel. The model number "5101" is printed on the UL
label on the lower right side of the control panel.
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Commend Co. Announces Recall of
Dining Set Chairs -
January 26, 2005 -
The Commend Company is recalling about 600 HD Designs 5-piece Dining Sets. The wooden chairs can
break, posing a fall hazard to consumers. The chairs and table are sold unassembled as part of a boxed 5-
piece dining set. The words "HD Designs 5 Piece Dining Set" and item number BFR3917HO are written on
the box. The chairs and dining table are honey oak wood and the seats have beige vinyl padding.
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Research Products Corp. Announces
Recall of Electronic Air Cleaners -
January 24, 2005 -
Research Products Corporation is recalling about 67,000 Aprilaire Electronic Air Cleaners. The air cleaner's
plastic inner housing and filter are not flame-resistant. If electrical arcing occurs in the cleaner, a fire can
develop. This poses a risk of burn injuries and property damage. The recall involves all Aprilaire Model 5000
Electronic Air Cleaners. The air cleaners are almond colored, and located near heating and cooling
equipment. An identification label on the access door reads "Aprilaire Model 5000."
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Carlton Cards Announces Recall of
Tealight Candle Holder -
January 21, 2005 -
Carlton Cards is recalling about 5,000 Roasting Marshmallow Tealight Candle Holders. During normal use,
the decorative marshmallows or decorative campfire flames may catch fire. The candle holder is a Christmas
decoration designed to hold a tealight candle. The candle holder includes three figures (penguin, moose,
snowman) dressed in red and green sweaters, scarves and hats, roasting marshmallows on a stick over a small
fire. Model numbers 4-01-427, 231279-4 and UPC code 90000 08741 are printed on the bottom of the
candle holder.
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Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia
Announces Recall of Full Moon Lantern -
January 19, 2005 -
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia is recalling about 1,700 Full Moon lantern sets (2 lanterns per set). The
lantern can overheat and melt or ignite, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The lanterns were sold in the
following three different Halloween themes: Bat (Model # XPM 012A), Flying Witch (Model # XPM 012B),
and Jack O-Lantern (Model # XPM 012C).
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Philips PC Peripherals Announces
Recall of Hewlett-Packard Company L2035 Flat Panel Monitors -
January 14, 2005 -
Philips PC Peripherals is recalling about 15,000 Hewlett-Packard L2035 flat panel monitors. A ground clip
inside the back plastic panel of these monitors can be incorrectly installed, posing a risk of electrical shock to
consumers. The recall involves monitors with serial numbers ranging from CNP352Y001 to CNP423Y1HS.
The model number is displayed at the bottom, center of the monitor’s bezel, just above the control buttons.
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Selle Royal Announces Recall of
Bicycle Seats -
January 14, 2005 -
Selle Royal is recalling about 257 Bicycle Seats. The plastic scuff guard underneath the front of the seat,
which secures the seat rails, may crack or break causing the rider to lose control and/or fall, resulting in a
serious injury. The recall involves Selle Royal bicycle seat part number 7403SXS 03 9072 with a
manufacture date of 10/03. The bicycle seat is an original equipment seat installed on 2004 model year
Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) brand Novara Express bicycles. The bicycle seat has a clear plastic base
with "made in Italy" and a date code dial printed on the base. The bicycles were sold at REI stores
nationwide for about $900.
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Wal-Mart Stores Announces Recall of
Slow Cookers -
January 13, 2005 -
Hamilton Beach/Proctor Silex is recalling 600,000 GE Oval and Double Dish Slow Cookers. The handles on
the base of the slow cookers can break, posing a risk of burns from hot food spilling onto consumers. The
recalled slow cookers include the 4.5-Quart Oval and 6-Quart Double Dish models sold under the General
Electric (GE) brand name. The model name is printed on the front of the units. The 4.5-quart unit has model
number 106661 and the 6-quart unit has model number 106851. Both models have series codes A through D,
which are printed on the bottom along with the model number. The base of the slow cookers is white with an
olive or honeysuckle graphic.
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Sauder Woodworking Announces
Recall of Mini Spot-light Bulbs in Furniture Hutches -
January 13, 2005 -
Comtrad is recalling about 22,600 40 Watt Incandescent Mini Spot-light Bulbs. Some of the bulbs have
imploded or broken apart within the first several minutes after they are first illuminated. Broken glass particles
pose a laceration hazard to consumers. The recalled 40 Watt "Type R" incandescent mini spot-light bulbs
were included in two- and three-lamp accent lights in certain furniture hutch items manufactured by Sauder
Woodworking. The furniture hutch models involved are Model 9386, Model 9549, and Model 9509.
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Climb High Announces Recall of
Avalanche Transceivers -
January 13, 2005 -
Ascom Systec is recalling about 137 Mammut Barryvox Avalanche Transceivers. This is a device worn by
backcountry skiers, and used to help locate a buried avalanche victim. The transceivers’ plastic casing could
crack, causing a malfunction if water were to enter the unit. If the transceiver fails to function properly in the
aftermath of an avalanche, it could result in the buried victim not being found in time to avoid serious injury
or death. The recalled Barryvoxes are 2004/2005 model Opto 3000 Avalanche Transceivers. The words,
"Mammut" and "Barryvox" are printed on the front of the red and black transceivers. The serial numbers on
the recalled units, which can be found in the battery compartment under the UPC code, include: M0080000
through M0088419, M0089616 through M0089800 and M0090000 through M0090419.
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Flow International Announces Recall of
Snowboard Bindings -
January 13, 2005 -
Flow International is recalling about 6,000 MK Series Snowboard Bindings. The pin used to secure the rear
snaplock lever to the bindings can bend or break. This recall includes 2004 Flow MK series snowboard
bindings with model numbers MK03, MK04, MK05 and MK110.
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Emerson Tool Announces Recall to
Repair Wet/Dry Vacuums -
January 13, 2005 -
Emerson is recalling about 6,500 blower vacs. The air intake shield may be missing. Consumers can suffer
lacerations if they come into contact with the intake blower wheel. The Ridgid® 16-gallon 2-In-1 Blower
Vac, Model WD16650, has light gray drums with orange lids, gray power heads, and black wheels.
"Ridgid® 2 In 1 Blower Vac" is written on the front of the units.
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Poundex Associates Announces Recall
of Dining Chairs -
January 13, 2005 -
Poundex Associates is recalling about 32,000 residential dining chairs. The welds on the chair’s rear legs can
crack and break apart, posing a fall hazard to consumers. The recalled dining chair has a dark bronze metallic
frame, birch colored wooden back and gold colored upholstered seat. The front and rear legs have a curved
shape. The label under the seat reads in part "Imported by Poundex Associates Corp."
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SHURflo Announces Recall to Repair
Backpack Sprayers -
January 11, 2005 -
SHURflo is recalling 6,100 ProPack Rechargeable Electric Backpack Sprayers. The power plug can corrode
after extensive exposure to water and corrosive chemicals, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The recalled
SHURflo ProPack Model SRS-540 rechargeable electric backpack sprayers have manufacture dates before
September 2004. The model number and manufacture date are printed on a label affixed to the motor
bracket, which can found by removing the battery pack. The sprayers have a clear or black hose, aluminum
spray lance, and a white body. The words "SHURflo" and "Pro Pack" are printed on a label on the front of the
unit.
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Norco Products Announces Recall of
Bicycle Attachment -
January 07, 2005 -
Norco Products is recalling about 80,000 Adams Trail-a-Bike and Adams Slipstream bicycle attachments. 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. The recall
involves the Adams Trail-A-Bike or Adams Slipstream sold under the following models: Starter, Folder,
Shifter, Shocker, Ultimate Tandem, Deluxe Folder, Me 2 and Original. "Trail-A-Bike" or "Slipstream" is
printed on the top tube of the bicycle attachment and "Adams" is printed on the chain guard.
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Royal Appliance Announces Recall of
Sweeper Vac -
January 04, 2005 -
Dirt Devil® is recalling about 20,000 Sweeper Vacs. The vacuum’s rotor can lock and overheat during use
causing a smoke and fire hazard. The Dirt Devil® Sweeper Vac™ is a battery operated upright
vacuum cleaner with "Dirt Devil®" and "Sweeper Vac™" printed on the front. The recall involves
vacuum cleaners with the Model Number M083000 with the Plant Code J. The Model Number and Plant
Code are printed on a silver plate located on the back of the product.
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Crosman Corporation Announces
Recall of Air Pistols -
December 22, 2004 -
Umarex (manufacturer) and Crosman Corporation (distributor) are recalling about 24,000 Walther CP Sport,
CP99, and Nighthawk CO2 Air Pistols. The air pistols’ safety might move from the engaged or "safe" position
to the disengaged or "fire" position when the trigger is pulled once or more and then released. This poses a
risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and unintentionally fired. The recalled models have a serial
number of "J3," which is located on the right side of the air pistol.
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Robertshaw Controls Company
Announces Recall of Certain Models of 7000 Series Gas Control Valves -
December 22, 2004 -
Robertshaw is recalling about 425,000 7000 Series Gas Control Valves. If the pilot light goes out, the gas
valve could stick in an open position, permitting gas to continue to flow. This can result in a gas explosion
and fire, which could result in severe personal injury or property damage. The 7000 Series Gas Valves that
are being recalled are installed in gas appliances including residential space heaters, wall heaters, boilers,
fireplaces, pool heaters, infrared heaters and furnaces, and commercial heating applications such as
commercial cooking appliances, fryers, commercial water heaters, and poultry brooders. The recalled valves
were manufactured between February 2003 and September 2004 and have production dates beginning with
code 0306 and ending with 0436. However, not all 7000 Series valves manufactured during the indicated
timeframe are being recalled. Of particular note are model numbers containing the letters "MV." Recalled
gas valves include "MV" models that also include the letters "LP" and model numbers 7000AMV; 7000BMV;
7000BMV-S7CL; 7000MVLC; and 7000MVRCLC. All "MV" valves with the indicated date codes that have
been converted to Liquid Propane (LP) gas use are also included in the recall. NOT included in the recall are
model numbers 7010 and above; model numbers containing the letters "D" or "BV;" and model numbers
containing the letters "MV" except for the ones listed above.
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GE Security Announces Retrofit/Recall
of Smoke Detector Systems -
December 22, 2004 -
GE Security is recalling approximately 246,800 smoke detector systems. The smoke alarms can fail to
activate during a fire or emergency, if installed in combination with certain control panels. The recalled
smoke detection systems involve hard-wired S10A ESL smoke detectors that are incompatible with certain ITI
control panels as well as certain S09A/S10A listed ESL smoke detectors that may be incompatible with
control panels from other manufacturers. The smoke detectors and the control panels were sold separately as
individual components, and were also sold together as part of a security system.
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Swing-N-Slide® Corp. Announces
Recall of Extra-Duty and Heavy-Duty Swing Seats -
December 16, 2004 -
Swing-N-Slide Corporation is recalling 72,000 Extra-Duty and Heavy-Duty Swing Seats. A manufacturing
defect can cause the metal grommet securing the seat to break. If this happens, the user can fall to the
ground. Sold in either green (extra-duty) or yellow (heavy-duty), the seats are suspended from a crossbeam by
two plastic-coated metal chains. On the bottom of each seat, in raised lettering, are the words, "Swing-N-
Slide® Corp., 1212 Barberry Drive, Janesville, WI 53545, (800) 888-1232."
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Psion Teklogix Corp. Announces Recall
of AC Power Adapters -
December 14, 2004 -
Psion Teklogix is recalling 682 AC power adapters for notebook computers. The adapters can overheat,
posing a fire hazard to consumers. The recalled AC power adapters are used with Psion Teklogix
netpad®, netBook&'3153;, and NETBOOK PRO™ notebook computers. The recalled adapters
have a label on the back of the unit which includes the name "Sunpower (UK) Ltd," the part number
9NA0180300, and date code "D/C: 034810."
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First Team Announces Recall of
Basketball Hoops -
December 14, 2004 -
First Team is recalling 7.600 basketball hoops. The bolt attaching the arm to the vertical post can break,
causing the backboard to fall and injure someone standing below. This recall involves First Team Attack,
Force and Titan basketball hoops. The hoops have a spring-loaded E-Z crank, adjustable backboard that goes
from 6-feet, 6-inches to 10-feet tall. "First Team" is written on the bottom left corner of the clear acrylic or
tempered glass backboard. The heavy duty basketball hoops are often professionally installed.
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SCUBAPRO Announces Recall of
Converter Kit -
December 09, 2004 -
SCUBAPRO is recalling 3,300 Converter for Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulators. An insufficient bond may
cause a break in the converter coupling which could impact the diver’s ability to control buoyancy. This alert
is only for consumers who dive with an Air 2 Alternate Inflation Regulator on a NON-SCUBAPRO buoyancy
compensator. Divers who use the Air 2 on a SCUBAPRO buoyancy compensator are not affected by this alert.
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Technical Consumer Products
Announces Recall of Fluorescent Light Bulbs -
December 08, 2004 -
Technical Consumer Products is recalling 158,000 3-way compact fluorescent light bulbs. The bulbs can
overheat and spark, posing a burn hazard to consumers. The recalled 32-watt, 3-way (40-75-150 watt output)
compact fluorescent bulbs were sold under the brand names Commercial Electric (Home Depot) and
DuraBright (Orchard Supply Hardware). The bulbs are about seven inches high and have a white, spiral
fluorescent tube attached to a white plastic base. The following item numbers, which can be found on the
back of the packaging and the base of the bulb, are included in the recall: 283-924, 575-717, and 69032.
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Scag Announces Recall of Tiger Cub
Lawn Tractor -
December 06, 2004 -
Scag is recalling about 16,000 Tiger Cub Riding Lawn Tractors. Fuel can leak out of the carburetor, posing a
risk of fire and burn injuries. The recalled zero-turn-radius riding lawn tractors are "Cat’s Eye Gold" with black
trim, and have a vinyl seat. The body of the tractor has "Scag Tiger Cub" written in red on the side and front
of the tractor.
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Exmark Announces Recall of Lazer Z
Zero Turn Radius Riding Lawn Mowers -
December 06, 2004 -
Exmark Manufacturing is recalling 1,215 Lazer Z zero turn radius riding lawn mowers, 2004 model. Due to the
location of the fuel line, a hole can develop resulting in a fuel leak that could present a fire hazard.
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Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Announces
Recall of Skil® Table Saws -
December 06, 2004 -
Bosch Tool Corporation is recalling 120,000 Skil® Table Saws. The blade drive mechanism may
loosen or the motor can separate from the tool. Loosening of the blade drive mechanism can result in
kickback of the item being sawed, resulting in possible laceration. Motor unit separation can cause the
coasting saw blade to damage the saw wiring resulting in possible electric shock, or the separated motor
could strike the user and cause injury. Only Skil® table saws with model number 3400 printed on the
front side of the table base with the date codes listed below are included in the recall. Date codes are printed
on the upper right corner of the table base and include 2002 date codes 28501-28831, 2003 codes 38101-
39231 and 2004 codes 48101-48811. The table saw holds a 10-inch blade and is made of metal tabletop
with a red plastic base.
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Lowe’s Announces Recall of
GardenPlus Industrial Carts -
December 06, 2004 -
LG Sourcing and Lowe's have announced the recall of 196,788 GardenPlus Industrial Garden Carts. Over-
inflation of the tires can break the metal tire rim, causing users and bystanders to be struck with pieces of
metal. The recalled GardenPlus Carts, item number 128483, were made between November 2002 and April
2004. The garden cart is a four-wheeled pull wagon with a yellow mesh steel gauge bed and reinforced
sides.
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Electrolux Home Products Announces
Recall of Husqvarna Lawn Tractors -
December 06, 2004 -
Electrolux Home Products is recalling 5,280 Husqvarna Lawn Tractors. These lawn tractors can develop
abrasions on the fuel tank because of the fuel line clamp’s location. This can result in a fuel tank leak, which
could pose a fire hazard to consumers. These Husqvarna 18.5 horsepower, hydrostatic transmission, 42-inch
cutting deck, lawn tractors are gasoline-powered and are designed for residential use. The recall involves
models LTH18542A and LTH18542B and includes all serial numbers. The model plate with the model
number information is found under the seat.
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Judy's Candy Company Issues Allergy
Alert on Undeclared Almond in 'Assorted Caramel/Jar 50ps' -
January 20, 2005 -
Judy's Candy Company of Berkeley, CA is recalling Assorted Caramel/Jar 50ps, because it may contain
undeclared almonds. Assorted Caramel/Jar 50ps was distributed to retail stores in California, Washington, and
Idaho. Assorted Caramel/Jar 50ps is a point-of-sale display consisting of fifty (50) 1.1 oz. square caramels in a
round, clear plastic tub. The label reads: "Item #0517, Assorted Caramels - 50 Ct. Jar".
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Kinnikinnick Foods Inc. Issues Allergy
Alert on Soy Protein in Donuts -
January 19, 2005 -
Kinnikinnick Foods Inc. of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada is recalling Packages of Gluten Free Chocolate
Dipped and Cinnamon Sugar Donuts because they contain Soy Protein rather than Pea Protein that is listed
on the label. These donuts were distributed throughout all States in the USA through retail stores, specialty
health food stores and through their direct home delivery program.
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Texas Firm Recalls Egg Rolls That May
Contain Pieces of Glass -
January 19, 2005 -
The Minh production facility of Schwan’s Food Manufacturing, Inc., located in Pasadena, Tex., is voluntarily
recalling approximately 162,500 pounds of frozen egg rolls that may contain small pieces of glass. Each
package also displays the establishment number "EST. 5630" inside the USDA mark of inspection. The egg
rolls were packaged between November 8 and 11, 2004, and were distributed to retail stores nationwide.
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Camelot Desserts Issues Voluntary
Recall of 'Mini Pies' Due to Undeclared Eggs -
January 14, 2005 -
Camelot Desserts, Sugar Land , Texas , has issued a voluntary recall of all lots of Camelot Desserts Caramel
Apple Cheese Streusel Mini Pies, due to the presence of an undeclared allergen. The product is made with a
known allergen (eggs), which is not included in the ingredient listing for the product. The product being
recalled is packed in single units of 8.5 ounces with a UPC of 7 15432 42571 9. "Mini Pies" without the egg
ingredient listed on the label and with no lot number are the subject of this recall.
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Massachusetts Firm Recalls Chicken
Products Due to Undeclared Allergen -
January 11, 2005 -
Ethnic Gourmet Foods, a Framingham, Mass., establishment, is voluntarily recalling an undetermined
number of chicken biryani frozen entrées due to an undeclared allergen. The package label does not
indicate that the product was marinated in yogurt, which contains milk, a known potential allergen. The
products subject to recall are: 12 oz. packages of "TRADER JOE'S Chicken Biryani, Traditional Indian Style
White Chicken Biryani over Steamed Rice." Each package bears the product code "0022 5250." Additionally,
the establishment code "P-19362" is located inside the USDA mark of inspection.
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Perona Farms Food Specialties Recalls
'Smoked Salmon' Because of Possible Health Risks -
January 07, 2005 -
Perona Farms is voluntarily recalling "Smoked Atlantic Salmon" and flavored varieties in 4 oz., 8 oz., 12 oz.,
16 oz., and larger packages only of Lot #4328 because they have the potential to be contaminated with
Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled "Smoked Salmon" in question is Lot #4328 with an expiration
date of 1/29/05, 1/30/05, 1/31/05, 2/01/05, 2/02/05 or 2/03/05. Perona Farms is voluntarily recalling the lot
that has been produced of the Salmon, including Moroccan, Scampi, Bacon, Ming-Tsai's, Gravelox, Czar and
Pastrami Flavors as a precautionary measure.
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California Firm Recalls Beef Products
Due to Mislabeling -
January 05, 2005 -
Day-Lee Foods, a Santa Fe Springs, Calif., establishment, is voluntarily recalling approximately 2,520
pounds of beef filled gyozas because of mislabeling. The packages state that the gyozas are filled with beef,
but they may instead contain shrimp, a known allergen.
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Acme Smoked Fish Corporation Issues
Consumer Alert on Listeria Monocytogenes in Acme Brand Sliced Smoked Nova Salmon -
December 30, 2004 -
Acme Smoked Fish Corporation located at 30 Gem Street - Brooklyn, NY 11222 is recalling one hundred and
two pounds (102 Lbs.) / 17 cases of Sliced Smoked Nova Salmon packed in 8 oz. plastic cup/container coded
with a sell-by-date of 12/24/04 distributed to Stop & Shop Supermarket located at 385 RT 25A & Miller PI.
Rd. - Miller Place, NY 11764 due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
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Kemps LLC Issues Voluntary Ice Cream
Recall -
December 29, 2004 -
Kemps LLC has issued a recall of Lunds Party Mint Ice Cream in half-gallon containers, due to the slight
possibility that plastic pieces could be found in the product. This recall affects only the Party Mint flavor with
the code 27142. The code information can be found on the plastic rim of the lid. Product was manufactured
at plant # 27-621.
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Starway Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on
Undeclared Sulfties in Red Diamond Brand Dried Chinese Vegetable -
December 23, 2004 -
Starway Incorporated, located at 137 Grattan Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237, is recalling Red Diamond brand
Dried Chinese Vegetable because the product contains undeclared sulfites. The recalled Red Diamond brand
Dried Chinese Vegetable, a product of China, is distributed in uncoded and heat-sealed 3 oz. plastic bags.
The product was distributed nationwide.
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Archway Cookies Issues Product Recall:
Glass fragments found in some Archway Holiday Cashew Nougat Cookies -
December 18, 2004 -
Archway Cookies is voluntarily recalling a limited quantity of 10 oz. Archway Holiday Cashew Nougat Cookies
after the company learned that some of the cookies may contain glass fragments, which may cause injury if
ingested. These products are sold to consumers throughout the United States. No other Archway Cookies
brand products have been involved in this voluntary recall which is being coordinated with the assistance of
the Food and Drug Administration. Only Archway Holiday Cashew Nougat Cookies with the following date
codes have been recalled.
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Greek Foods & Gifts Direct, Inc. Recalls
Provato Brand Manouri Cheese Because of Possible Health Risk -
December 17, 2004 -
Greek Foods & Gifts Direct, Inc. of New Jersey is recalling 387 cases (36-400 gram packages per case) of
Provato brand Manouri Traditional Greek Cheese because it has the potential to be contaminated with
Listeria monocytogenes. The Manouri cheese is white and vacuum-packed in plastic bags, square cut,
bearing a red & blue label with the brand name of Provato, and having an expiration date of 21-06-2005.
The imported cheese was partly sold in New Jersey, New York, Virginia, California and Illinois through retail
stores.
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California Firm Recalls Pork Products
Because of Mislabeling -
December 17, 2004 -
Day-Lee Foods, a Santa Fe Springs, Calif., establishment, is voluntarily recalling approximately 25,000
pounds of pork filled gyozas because of mislabeling. The products subject to recall are: One pound bags of
"TRADER JOE'S PORK GYOZA POTSTICKERS, PORK AND VEGETABLE DUMPLINGS." Each bag bears
the code "2594DL1," on the bottom left corner, as well as "Est. 17309" inside the USDA mark of inspection,
which is located on the nutrition facts panel.
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California Firm Recalls Quiche
Because of Mislabeling -
December 16, 2004 -
Nancy's Specialty Foods, a Newark, Calif., firm is voluntarily recalling approximately 30,700 pounds of crab
cakes possibly mislabeled as petite quiches. The packages are labeled as containing quiches with bacon but
actually contain crab cakes, which is a known allergen (shellfish). The product subject to recall is "NANCY*S
Petite Quiche, Party Essentials, Gourmet Appetizers, 4 - Lorraine, 4 - Florentine, 4 - Three Cheese." Each
package bears the code "77298 01285," and lot number "2184N" and "Est. 19294" inside the USDA seal of
inspection.
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Kadouri International Foods, Inc. Issues
an Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Snacksoft Whole Pitted Dried Apricots -
December 15, 2004 -
Kadouri International Foods, Inc., 234 Starr Street, Brooklyn, NY 11237 is recalling SNACKSOFT WHOLE
PITTED DRIED APRICOTS because it contains undeclared sulfites. The recalled product, SNACKSOFT
WHOLE PITTED DRIED APRICOTS, is packaged in a 12 oz. styrofoam tray with a code of Best Before
31.12.2005. The product was sold to stores in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
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Trader Joe's Company Recalls Pork
Gyoza -
December 15, 2004 -
Trader Joe's Company of Monrovia, California is recalling Trader Joe’s Pork Gyoza, code 2594DL1, because
the bag of the pork filled gyoza has the potential to contain shrimp gyoza, too. The product code can be
found on the bottom left corner of the bag. Trader Joe’s Pork Gyoza were potentially sold from Trader Joe's
retail stores in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Massachusetts,
Michigan, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Virginia &
Washington.
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Desly International Corp. Issues Allergy
Alert on Undeclared Eggs in Chocolate Covered Marshmallows (Strawberry and Vanilla Flavor) on the Stick -
December 07, 2004 -
Desly International Corp., 242 47th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11220 is recalling CHOCOLATE COVERED
MARSHMALLOWS (STRAWBERRY AND VANILLA FLAVOR) ON THE STICK because they contain
undeclared eggs. The recalled CHOCOLATE COVERED MARSHMALLOWS (STRAWBERRY AND VANILLA
FLAVOR) ON THE STICK are packaged in uncoded 48g cellophane packages with Russian writing only. The
products were sold nationwide.
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Star Mark Management Recalls "PALM
FAN Dehydrated Vegetable" Due to Undeclared Sulfites -
December 02, 2004 -
Star Mark Management Inc., 1101 Metropolitan Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11211 is recalling "PALM FAN
Dehydrated Vegetable", because it contains undeclared sulfites. The recalled "PALM FAN Dehydrated
Vegetable" is packaged in uncoded, 7 oz. (198g), clear plastic bags. The product was sold in the New York
City area.
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Mana International Foods Inc. Issues
Allergen Alert on Undeclared Nuts in Chocolate Rugelach -
December 02, 2004 -
Mana International Foods is recalling Chocolate Rugelach because it may contain undeclared nuts. The
recalled Chocolate Rugelach, 16 ounce package, date code December 15 2004 were sold in the
Metropolitan NY area. UPC code on the packages is 873207 002104.
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Leiner Health Products Announces
Recall of Multivitamins -
January 28, 2005 -
Leiner Health Products is recalling about 13,000 bottles of Long's Central-Vite Multivitamins. 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. The recalled Central Vite multivitamins were
sold in a value size container of 500 tablets. The plastic white pill bottle is labeled "Advanced Formula
Central Vite® with Lycopene" and "Value Size."
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Alliant Pharmaceuticals Issues
Voluntary Nationwide Recall of One Lot of Methylin® CT, 5mg -
January 14, 2005 -
Alliant Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is voluntarily recalling one lot of Methylphenidate HCl Chewable Tablets, 5 mg
strength, lot number #AMT50402A. After testing and evaluation, Alliant found that this lot of 5 mg strength
might contain up to three times the active ingredient, and elected to recall the medication as it could pose
serious health risk for some patients. Methylphenidate HCl Chewable Tablets (Methylin® CT) are a
therapy for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Narcolepsy. Alliant immediately notified the FDA of its
findings, and is notifying doctors and pharmacists of the recall by letter. They will be asking pharmacists to
notify patients who purchased the recalled product from their pharmacy. Distributors and pharmacies should
check the lot numbers on the product label and promptly quarantine any product with the lot number
#AMT50402A and expiration date of April 2006.
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Nationwide Recall of American Health
& Herbs Ministry Eye Rinse Products -
December 29, 2004 -
Alternative Health & Herbs Remedies of Albany, OR, announced today that it is conducting a voluntary
nationwide recall of all lots of four American Health & Herbs Ministry brand eye rinse products. These include
Eye Rinse Concentrate formula 1036 live concentrated herbal tincture, White Willow Bark 3193 live
concentrated herbal tincture, Fennel Seed 3126 live concentrated herbal tincture and Elderberry Flower
3247 live concentrated herbal tincture. Products are packaged in 2 oz. and 8 oz. brown glass bottles.
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West Honest International Inc. Issues
Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfite in Dried Lily Flower -
December 20, 2004 -
West Honest International Inc. of City of Industry, CA, is recalling all 5 ounce and 6 ounce packages of "Dried
Lily Flower" because they may contain undeclared sulfites. The recalled "Dried Lily Flower" was distributed
throughout the United States.
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Walong Marketing, Inc. Issues Allergy
Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Product -
December 17, 2004 -
Walong Marketing, Inc. of Buena Park, CA is recalling "Asian Taste" brand Dried Lily Flower because the
product may contain undeclared sulfites. The recalled Asian Taste Dried Lily Flower was sold in clear,
uncoded, 6 oz. plastic package and is the product of China. The product was sold to the retail stores
throughout the United States.
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FDA Warns Consumers About Purchase
and Use of Carbolith 150 Milligram Capsules, an Unapproved Product that Might be Substandard -
December 08, 2004 -
The Food and Drug Administration is advising consumers about a Canadian recall of Carbolith (Lithium
Carbonate) 150 mg capsules distributed in Canada by Valeant Canada Limited. Although Carbolith is not an
FDA-approved product, FDA is investigating several Internet websites advertising Carbolith for sale to U.S.
consumers.
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Nationwide Recall of American Health
& Herbs Ministry Eye Rinse Products -
December 02, 2004 -
Alternative Health & Herbs Remedies of Albany, OR, announced today that it is conducting a voluntary
nationwide recall of all lots of four American Health & Herbs Ministry brand eye rinse products. These include
Eye Rinse Concentrate formula 1036 live concentrated herbal tincture, White Willow Bark 3193 live
concentrated herbal tincture, Fennel Seed 3126 live concentrated herbal tincture and Elderberry Flower
3247 live concentrated herbal tincture. Products are packaged in 2 oz. and 8 oz. brown glass bottles.
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Nationwide Warning/Recall on Hospitak
Airway Adapters Expands to Other Lots and to Viasys, Dräger, and Unomedical Brand Airway Adapters -
December 02, 2004 -
Unomedical Inc., of McAllen , Texas , announced that it was expanding its warning and beginning a recall of
airway adapters it distributed in the U.S. and Europe . Several adapters have been found to be blocked or
occluded - potentially preventing exhalation or inhalation. This could result in serious or life-threatening
injury to patients. Subsequent investigation by the company indicates that other lots of the product, including
airway adaptors used in other medical devices, may have been affected. Some of the affected products have
been labeled and sold under the Viasys, Unomedical, and Dräger brand name. The total list of
affected products and lot numbers are as follows. The lot number is displayed on the immediate label of the
package.
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