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CPSC oversees more than 15,000 categories of consumer products — toys, juvenile gear, electronics, recreation equipment — and announces recalls jointly with manufacturers.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) oversees the safety of more than 15,000 categories of consumer products — toys, baby gear, kitchen appliances, furniture, recreational equipment, electronics, batteries, and most household goods. CPSC excludes anything covered by another federal agency: food, drugs, cars, firearms, boats. If it's something a household buys and uses, and no other agency owns it, CPSC owns it.
Unlike FDA and USDA, the vast majority of CPSC recalls are voluntary corrective actions negotiated between the agency and the manufacturer. CPSC publishes the joint announcement on its press-release feed; that's what The Recall Desk ingests. Hazards skew toward fire risk (especially lithium-ion batteries and small appliances), choking risk for juvenile products, fall risk for furniture and infant carriers, lead-paint violations on imported goods, and recently a rising count of magnet-set ingestion recalls.
The announcement always lists the model number, the date range of affected units, where the product was sold, and the remedy — usually a free replacement, a refund, or a free repair kit. If you bought a recalled product, save the receipt and check the manufacturer's website for the claim form before disposing of the item.
Playtex is recalling approximately 3.6 million children's plates and bowls because the clear plastic layer can peel off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Skip Hop is recalling about 130,000 Moonlight & Melodies nightlight soothers because the USB wall power adapter can break, posing an electrical shock hazard.
DICK's Sporting Goods is recalling about 207,500 Fitness Gear resistance tubes because they can break and strike users. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a refund or store credit.
Saber Grills is recalling gas grills and LP regulators because a malfunctioning regulator can cause gas leaks and flame bursts, posing fire and burn risks.
Delta is recalling about 28,000 J is for Jeep jogging strollers because the leg bracket can break, posing a fall hazard to infants.
Pro-Tec is recalling City Lite and Street Lite multisport helmets because the chin strap buckles fail to meet federal safety standards, posing a risk of head injury.
Renthal is recalling Gen 1 and Gen 2 motorcycle clip-on handlebars because the clamp can crack and fail, posing a crash hazard. No injuries have been reported.
John Deere is recalling D105 lawn tractors and service transmissions because the transmission can fail, posing a crash hazard. No injuries have been reported.
DEMDACO is recalling about 1,500 infant bib and bootie sets because rattle attachments can detach, posing a choking hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Fireworks Over America is recalling Serious Spinout fireworks because the device can tip over and fire shells at bystanders, posing burn, fire, and impact hazards.
Southwire is recalling Moonrays mystic globe and snow globe stake lights because light refraction can singe or melt nearby items, posing a fire hazard.
Target is recalling approximately 175,000 Room Essentials 4-drawer dressers due to tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in death or injuries to children.
Nantucket Distributing is recalling Bimini patio set chairs because the fabric seat can tear, posing a fall hazard. Consumers should stop using the chairs and return them for a refund.
Smith is recalling Quantum ski and snowboard helmets because the buckle can disengage, posing a risk of head injury. No injuries have been reported.
Studio Fun International is recalling slap bracelets sold with DreamWorks Trolls storybooks because the metal band can wear through the fabric, posing a laceration hazard.
L.L. Bean is recalling toddler sweater fleece pullovers because the snaps can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Ameriwood Home is recalling about 1.6 million Mainstays chests of drawers because they can tip over or entrap children if not anchored to the wall.
Kawasaki is recalling about 20,000 Brute Force 300 ATVs because the fuel tap or carburetor can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
American Honda is recalling 5,700 CRF450R motorcycles because the transmission gear can break, posing crash and injury hazards.
ASHERANGEL is recalling about 950 children's nightgowns and pajama sets sold on Amazon.com because they fail federal flammability standards, posing a burn risk.
Hallmark is recalling itty bittys baby plush stacking toys because fabric hats and bows can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.
Handi-Craft is recalling Dr. Brown's Natural Bottle & Dish Soap because it may contain harmful bacteria. No injuries have been reported.
Fabri-Tech is recalling about 6,500 infant shortall rompers sold at Cracker Barrel because shoulder buttons can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.
Airwair is recalling Dr. Martens Vegan 1460 boots in cherry red because the tongue lining contains benzidine. Consumers should stop using the boots and contact Dr. Martens for a refund or replacement.
Arc'teryx is recalling Procline ski mountaineering boots because a rear axis pin can dislodge, posing a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported.