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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.
Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores is recalling SmartSpace Papasan Chairs because they were sold without a warning label to lock the legs, posing a fall hazard.
Studio RTA is recalling four TV stand models because they do not meet stability standards, posing a risk of injury or death from tip-over.
Igloo is recalling Marine Elite coolers with stainless steel latches that pose a laceration hazard. Eight reports of lacerations requiring stitches have been received.
Euro-Pro and QVC are recalling about 1,600 Cook's Essentials Deep Fryers because they can overheat and cause burns. No injuries have been reported.
Gotham Lighting is recalling about 30,000 compact fluorescent recessed ceiling lights because the backup battery relay may be programmed incorrectly, preventing the lights from working during an emergency.
Giftco is recalling approximately 36,000 Harry Potter bookends because the paint contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
LTD Commodities is recalling about 6,000 wood abacuses because wooden rods can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Petzl is recalling MYO and MYO Belt headlamps because using rechargeable batteries can cause the cable to spark, melt, or catch fire, posing a burn risk.
Simplicity drop side cribs are recalled because the side can detach, creating a gap that poses a serious entrapment and suffocation risk to infants and toddlers.
Hanashop is recalling counterfeit power cords sold on eBay due to fire and shock risks. Consumers should stop using the cords and contact the company for a refund.
Aqua Lung is recalling Apeks scuba regulators because a missing diaphragm cover can allow water entry, posing a drowning risk.
Regent Sports is recalling MacGregor and Mitre folding soccer goals because the net knots can entangle children's heads and necks, resulting in one death.
Deere & Company is recalling about 2,500 John Deere Gator XUV 620i utility vehicles because a fuel tank seam defect can cause leaks, posing a fire hazard.
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling about 20,000 children's metal water bottles because the sip top can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
PB Heat is recalling about 1,200 gas boilers because a defective pressure switch may allow excessive carbon monoxide production, posing a poisoning risk.
JLA Home is recalling Zebra Rugs sold at J.C. Penney because they do not meet federal flammability standards and lack required warning labels.
Aqua Lung is recalling Titan DIN scuba regulators and adapters because a broken retainer can cause rapid air loss and regulator detachment, posing a drowning risk.
Protocol is recalling about 78,000 remote-controlled mini helicopter toys because the rechargeable battery can overheat, posing a risk of fire or burns.
Sony is recalling about 73,000 VAIO TZ-series notebook computers because irregularly positioned wires or dislodged screws can cause overheating and burns.
Worldwise Inc. is recalling SlyDog retractable dog leashes because the metal clasp can break, causing the leash to recoil and injure owners.
Menards is recalling MasterForce 3.6-volt cordless screwdrivers because the batteries can overheat and ignite during charging, posing fire and burn risks.
Optave Inc. is recalling Action Baby Carriers because the chest strap can detach, posing a fall hazard to infants.
Deda Elementi is recalling about 400 Deda Forza handlebar stems because they can crack and cause riders to lose control. No injuries have been reported.
Benjamin International is recalling about 57,000 Fairy Dust pendants and candle charms due to high lead levels. Consumers should stop using them and contact the company for a free replacement.
Wolf Appliance is recalling about 24,000 48-inch gas ranges because delayed ignition in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames, posing a burn hazard.