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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.
Harbor Freight Tools is recalling about 1.7 million Drill Master 18-volt cordless drills because the internal switch can overheat, posing fire and burn risks.
SalesOne is recalling light-up ear plug jewelry sold at Spencer Gifts because battery acid can leak and cause burns. Consumers should stop wearing the product and contact SalesOne for a refund or replacement.
MVP Group is recalling about 720,000 glass jar candles with lids because the glass lids can break when opened, posing a laceration hazard.
Toro is recalling about 8,600 2015 TimeCutter riding mowers because fuel filters can fracture and leak, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Lutron Electronics is recalling about 240 custom-made Roman shades sold in the U.S. because exposed tape creates a strangulation risk for children.
Exmark is recalling about 500 2015 Quest riding mowers because brittle fuel filters can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Mars Symbioscience is recalling about 5,000 CocoaVia brand frothers because the spring can detach, posing a choking hazard. No injuries have been reported.
BRP is recalling about 2,800 2016 Ski-Doo snowmobiles because internal fuel hose damage can cause leaks and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Amax is recalling Bostitch electric pencil sharpeners because internal components can energize the unit, posing a shock hazard. One consumer reported receiving a shock.
PetSmart is recalling Grreat Choice and Top Fin glass fish bowls because they can shatter during normal handling, posing a laceration risk.
Kona is recalling about 530 2014 Wo bicycles because the fork can crack or break, posing a fall hazard. Consumers should stop using the bikes and contact Kona for a free replacement.
PetSmart is recalling Top Fin Betta Bowl Kits with LED lights because the glass bowls can crack or shatter, posing a laceration hazard.
REI is recalling evrgrn Campfire Rocker Chairs because they can tip backwards while rocking, posing a fall hazard to users.
WakaWaka is recalling electrical adapter kits because they can overheat, smoke, or explode, posing risks of fire and electrical shock. No injuries have been reported.
Family Dollar is recalling about 32,000 ceramic wax warmer sets sold nationwide because they can produce high flames, posing fire and burn risks.
SharkNinja is recalling Ninja BL660 series blenders because the loose blade assembly poses a laceration risk if the pitcher is inverted. Consumers should follow new instructions to prevent injury.
STIHL is recalling about 140,000 gas-powered edgers, trimmers, and pruners because a defective fuel tank vent can leak gasoline, creating a fire risk.
Mahindra USA is recalling about 2,000 eMax compact tractors because fuel lines can break or leak, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
PNY is recalling T10400 portable battery packs because they can overheat and vent flames, posing fire and burn hazards.
FontanaArte is recalling Sonmi pendant lamps because the glass shade can detach and fall, posing injury risks. Consumers should remove the shade and contact the company for repair.
Belle Investment Corporation is recalling Richie House boys' jackets due to drawstrings that pose an entanglement and strangulation hazard to children.
Ignite USA LLC is recalling about 130,000 Bueno by Contigo Kids Straw Tumblers because small straw pieces can break off and be swallowed or inhaled by children.
Fireworks Over America is recalling Space Monkey multi-effect fireworks because the lit firework can tip over and fire shells at bystanders, posing burn, fire, and impact hazards.
T3 Micro is recalling about 8,400 Twirl 360 curling irons because the clamp can detach, posing a burn hazard. Consumers should stop using the product and contact T3 for a free repair.
Club Car is recalling about 11,600 Precedent gas golf and transport vehicles because a hose clamp can wear a hole in the fuel tank, posing a fire risk.