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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.
Pedego is recalling about 5,000 lithium ion batteries for electric bikes because they can overheat and catch fire. Consumers should remove the battery and contact Pedego for a free replacement.
Whistler is recalling about 10,400 Jump&Go portable jumpstart power supplies because the lithium battery can overheat, melt, and catch fire.
Roberta Roller Rabbit is recalling about 32,000 children's pajama sets because they fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury.
J. Crew is recalling approximately 20,000 baby coveralls because snaps can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Euro-Pro is recalling Shark vacuum cleaners because the aluminum wand can disconnect and remain energized, posing an electric shock risk.
Lenovo is recalling ThinkPad notebook computer battery packs because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard. Consumers should remove the battery and contact Lenovo for a free replacement.
Trek is recalling about 900,000 U.S. bicycles equipped with front disc brakes because the quick release lever can contact the brake, causing sudden stops or wheel separation.
Gorsuch is recalling Ertlrenz ski boot heat liners because they can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
AG Hair is recalling about 3,100 Sweet Heat hair dryers because they lack an immersion protection device, posing an electrocution risk if submerged in water.
Civia Cycles is recalling approximately 1,000 Hyland bicycles and aluminum fender sets because the mounting brackets can break, posing a fall hazard to riders.
Homelite is recalling electric blower vacuums because they can overheat, spark, and catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.
OWT Industries is recalling about 225,000 Expert Gardener electric blower vacuums sold at Walmart because they can overheat and catch fire.
Gena Accessories is recalling about 9,400 women's silk scarves because they fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a burn hazard.
Goochie Goo Garbs is recalling about 125 children's Sensory Grab Garb blankets because exposed wire in ribbon tags can scratch children.
The Toro Company is recalling 2015 22-inch walk-behind mowers because an incorrect blade driver can cause the blade to break, posing an injury risk.
Cycle Gear is recalling Wheelies semi-truck and motorcycle toys because they contain excessive lead levels, violating federal standards.
Waterloo Industries is recalling Husky Securelock Vertical Bike Hooks because they can detach and fall, posing a risk of injury to bystanders.
San Pedro Manufacturing is recalling about 4,800 renovated mattresses and foundations because they fail to meet federal fire safety standards.
Yamaha is recalling about 3,500 Viking VI side x side vehicles because rear wheels can loosen, causing the vehicle to crash.
Dimension Industries is recalling Hampton Bay-branded patio set rockers sold at Home Depot because the chairs can break during normal use, posing a fall hazard.
Smooth Industries is recalling about 7,600 children's pajamas that fail federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injuries.
Stokke is recalling about 400 Trailz strollers sold in late 2014 because the handle can break, posing a fall hazard to infants. No injuries have been reported.
Bauer Hockey is recalling specific goalie masks and replacement wire cages because the metal wires can break, posing a risk of facial impact or laceration.
Giant Factories is recalling approximately 240 gas water heaters because a failing flame arrestor poses a risk of fire or explosion if flammable materials are nearby.
Blinds To Go is recalling about 200,000 custom-made window shades because the cord hold-down device can fail, posing a strangulation risk to small children.