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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.
Lands' End is recalling about 173,000 children's pajamas and robes because they fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injuries.
Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling about 8,300 Aerobars because the mounting bolt can loosen, posing a fall hazard to riders.
Linon Home Décor is recalling about 3,300 foldable wood patio chairs and bistro sets because they can tip over, causing falls.
CPSC recalls Elmira Hydraulic residential elevators sold by Coastal Carolina Elevators because the gate door can open while operating, causing a crushing hazard.
Spinrite Yarns LP is recalling Bernat Tizzy Yarn because it can unravel or snag, posing an entanglement hazard to young children.
WhiteWave is recalling CreaMiser refrigerated creamer dispensers because an internal relay can overheat and cause a fire. No injuries have been reported.
M&M's World is recalling about 19,000 youth loungewear pants because they fail federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a burn risk.
Westinghouse Lighting is recalling about 5,000 glass shade holders sold at Home Depot because an incorrectly wired pull chain switch poses a risk of electrical shock.
Levels of Discovery is recalling about 150 Fly Boy Airplane Rockers because red wooden knobs on the steering console can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
SCARPA is recalling F1 EVO ski boots because the Tronic system may fail to release from bindings, posing a fall hazard.
Urban Outfitters is recalling four styles of Cheeky Teacups because gold paint accents can spark in the microwave, posing a fire hazard.
Kroger is recalling approximately 140,000 Kids Korner children's zipper hooded sweatshirts because the zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
K.J. Sportswear is recalling about 9,200 children's Thor pajamas because they fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury.
Comet USA is recalling about 2,100 efco gas trimmers because the engine muffler can break during use, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the units and return them for a free replacement.
Rapala is recalling StrikeMaster Lithium Lazer ice augers because the trigger switch may fail to turn off the unit, posing an injury risk.
KTM North America is recalling about 2,800 children's pajamas and onesies that fail federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injuries.
CPSC recalls Dirt Devil Scorpion Turbo Tool accessories because the internal fan can break and eject, posing a laceration risk to users.
Melville Direct is recalling about 3,600 Aquarium Motion Lamps sold by Bits & Pieces because they can overheat and spark, posing a fire hazard.
Dream on Me is recalling 2-in-1 bassinets because wire supports can disconnect, causing fabric sides to lower and posing fall and suffocation risks.
Flow Sports is recalling about 10,400 2014 Flite-series snowboard bindings because a pin can disengage, causing the binding to open and posing a fall hazard.
Cosco is recalling about 273,000 convertible hand trucks because wheel hubs can break and eject pieces, posing an injury risk.
Electrolux is recalling specific Sears Kenmore 24-inch electric ranges because the heating element may fail to adhere to the cooktop, posing an electrical shock hazard.
Fanimation is recalling Brewmaster ceiling fans because the hub holding the blades can separate from the shaft, posing a risk of injury to bystanders.
Oliver Fiberglass and NuWhirl Systems are recalling about 6,400 Safe Step walk-in tubs because the heated seat can get stuck on and overheat, posing a burn risk.
Pressmaster is recalling Xcelite cable stripping tools because the plastic end cap can fly off, posing an impact hazard. No injuries have been reported.