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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.
Bugaboo is recalling car seat adapters because they can disconnect from strollers, causing the car seat to fall. One minor injury was reported.
BRP is recalling about 1,600 Can-Am ATVs because a steering shaft can crack, causing loss of control and risk of serious injury.
BatteriesPlus is recalling Rayovac replacement battery packs for cordless tools because they can explode unexpectedly. No injuries have been reported.
The Pampered Chef is recalling about 20,000 ice cream dippers because the cap can fly off when exposed to warm water, posing an impact injury hazard.
Naturalizer is recalling Dare women's dress shoes because the heels can lean to either side, posing a fall hazard. One minor injury was reported.
Hamilton Beach is recalling about 14,000 chrome 2-slice toasters because the heating element can activate when plugged in, posing a fire risk.
Arctic Cat is recalling about 7,100 2012 F, XF, and M model snowmobiles because a headlamp fuse can fail, posing a crash hazard during limited visibility.
E-Z-GO is recalling approximately 21,900 golf cars, shuttles, and utility vehicles because a steering component can break, causing loss of control and potential crashes.
Toys Distribution Inc. is recalling about 50 baby rattles because they can break into small parts or fit in an infant's mouth, posing a choking hazard.
Fourstar Group is recalling ladybug and bee-shaped handheld massagers because leaking batteries can cause burns or skin irritation. No injuries have been reported.
Bella Bliss is recalling about 2,300 children's Henley Pima Cotton Pajamas because they fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury.
Club Car is recalling about 600 2011 Precedent golf cars because a fuel tank seam can separate, causing a leak and fire hazard.
Nautilus is recalling Schwinn 460 elliptical trainers because foot plates can detach, posing a fall hazard. Nine reports of detachment or breakage have been received.
Nygala Corp. is recalling Halloween projection flashlights that can overheat, blister, and melt, posing fire and burn risks to consumers.
Best Buy is recalling Rocketfish battery cases for iPhone 3G and 3GS because they can overheat and cause fires. Consumers should stop using the product and contact Best Buy for a refund.
Mophie is recalling about 6,118 iPod Touch battery cases because the integrated circuit switch can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
HeathCo is recalling approximately 75,000 motion sensing wall switches due to a risk of electrical shock. Consumers should stop using the switches and contact the company for a free replacement.
Liebherr is expanding a recall of freestanding refrigerators because the door can detach, posing an injury risk. Consumers should contact the manufacturer for a free repair.
Collective Brands is recalling KEDS girls' shoes because metal stars on the heel can loosen and cause cuts or scratches.
Build-A-Bear Workshop is recalling teddy bear swimwear sets with inflatable inner tubes due to a strangulation hazard for small children.
CPSC recalls Kidgets Animal Sock Top Slippers sold at Family Dollar because animal eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Columbia Sportswear is recalling Omni-Heat jacket batteries due to a cell defect that can cause overheating and fire. No injuries have been reported in the US.
Michaels is recalling Ashland glass vases that can shatter when picked up, posing a laceration hazard. Four injuries have been reported.
W.P. Appliances is recalling Wolfgang Puck electric grills/griddles sold at HSN due to electrical wiring defects that pose risks of overheating and electrical shock.
Arctic Cat is recalling about 1,384 XC 450 ATVs because a steering tie-rod can bend, causing loss of control and a crash hazard.