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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.
It's My Binky is recalling about 115,000 personalized pacifiers because parts may detach, posing a choking hazard to infants.
Lithonia Lighting is recalling about 1,200 indoor lighting fixtures because a missing thermal protector poses a risk of overheating and fire.
Electra Bicycle Company is recalling about 9,500 Amsterdam bicycles because the chainguard can push the chain off, posing an injury risk to riders.
Sleep Innovations is recalling Cuddly Comfort Pillows sold at Costco because they may contain metal fragments that pose an abrasion hazard.
American Honda Motor Corp. is recalling specific engines used in SpeeCo and Huskee log splitters because the fuel tank can crack and leak, posing a risk of fire or explosion.
Studio RTA is recalling about 6,700 Silhouette TV stands because they do not meet stability standards, posing a risk of injury or death if the TV tips over.
American Honda Motor Co. is recalling about 42,000 Model Year 2007-2008 TRX 420 Rancher ATVs because torn rubber boots can cause sudden loss of steering control.
SunL Group Inc. is recalling approximately 144 SLA90 Youth ATVs because they lack front brakes, a manual fuel shut-off, and handlebar padding, posing a risk of serious injury.
American Weigh Scales is recalling about 1,300 bench scale adapters because they can smoke, catch fire, and melt. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a credit or replacement.
American Welding & Tank is recalling about 11,000 converted underground propane storage tanks because rust can cause odor fade, creating a fire and burn hazard.
Polaris is recalling about 1,360 2008 snowmobiles because the starter ring-gear could fracture, potentially propelling broken pieces at high speed and causing injury.
F.A.F. Inc. is recalling Faded Glory Lip Gloss, Locket, and Bracelet Sets sold at Wal-Mart because the bracelet clasp contains high levels of lead.
Action Products International is recalling 18,500 children's charm craft kits because the clasps contain high levels of lead, posing a toxic exposure risk to young children.
Parragon Books is recalling children's necklaces with ballet shoe charms because the solder may contain high levels of lead. No injuries have been reported.
American Honda Motor Corp. is recalling specific HRX walk-behind lawn mowers because the rear shield can break off, posing a laceration risk from thrown debris.
Bayside Furnishings is recalling LaJolla Boat Bed and Pirates of the Caribbean Twin Trundle Beds sold at Costco because the toy chest lids can close too quickly, posing a strangulation hazard.
Bead Bazaar USA is recalling 'It's a Girl Thing' bracelets, necklaces, and phone charms because they may contain high levels of lead, which is toxic to young children.
Fireworks Over America is recalling Oh Chute Parachute with Streamer Fireworks because the parachutes can entangle in power lines, posing a shock hazard.
Wanda Technology is recalling about 8,600 outdoor canopies sold at BJ's Wholesale Club because they fail to comply with a voluntary flammability standard, posing a fire hazard.
Black Cat Fireworks is recalling Screech and Scream Fountain Fireworks because they can unexpectedly scatter debris, posing an injury risk to users and bystanders.
Hayes Bicycle Group is recalling SunRinglé Hollow Quick Release Devices because they can break while locked, causing riders to lose control and fall.
RAP4 is recalling about 2,000 paintball gun remote line adapters because they can burst when over-tightened, posing impact and laceration risks.
RadioShack is recalling 13.8V DC power supplies because incorrect wiring poses electrocution and fire risks. Consumers should unplug the units and take them to a store for free repair.
Rashti & Rashti is recalling Taggies Sleep'n Play infant garments because snaps can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Redcat Racing is recalling approximately 1,400 remote-controlled toy vehicles because the remote control unit can lose its signal, causing the vehicle to lose control and posing a risk of injury.