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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.
Henry Gordy International is recalling Fun 'N Games Magnetic Dart Boards because small magnets can detach and be swallowed by children, posing risks of intestinal blockage or perforation.
Dollar Tree is recalling Cuddly Cousins plush insect toys because small parts pose a choking hazard to small children. No injuries have been reported.
Wal-Mart is recalling about 61,000 Holiday Times candleholders because they could tip over and cause fires or break and cause cuts.
Goodman Manufacturing is recalling about 1,000 gas-electric heating and cooling units because inaccurate serial plates could lead to undersized wiring and a fire hazard.
CPSC recalls Imaginarium Multi-Sided and Jungle Activity Centers sold at Toys "R" Us because small parts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
A.O. Smith is recalling about 1,500 gas water heaters because they may pose fire and carbon monoxide hazards. Consumers should stop using the units and contact the manufacturer for a free repair.
StyleMark is recalling approximately 144,000 children's sunglasses because the orange lettering on the temples contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
Cabot is recalling about 24,000 units of Composite Deck Cleaner because a component can react with metal foil residue, releasing heat and chlorine gas.
Brents-Riordan is recalling about 7,400 youth hooded sweatshirts and jackets because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Gecko Alliance is recalling Serenity Spa hot tubs because the electronic controls can overheat and cause a fire. No injuries have been reported.
Master Lock is recalling red Lock and Leash locks because the surface paint contains excessive lead, violating federal standards.
High Energy is recalling boys' hooded sweatshirts because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation risk to children. No injuries have been reported.
Avon is recalling Cozy Warming Polar Bears because the internal heating pouch can overheat and ignite in a microwave, posing fire and burn risks.
Tek Nek Toys is recalling about 122,000 Rock 'N Ride plush rocker toys because the base can become unstable, posing a fall hazard to children.
Educational Insights is recalling approximately 130 Ring Toss Games because the paint on one peg contains excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Downeast Concepts Inc. is recalling Backyard and Beyond metal water bottles because the surface paint contains excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Yamaha is recalling about 7,800 model year 2008 Rhino YXR450 and YXR700 side-by-side vehicles because a defective brake caliper could cause fluid leaks and loss of braking control.
Plan Toys is recalling approximately 3,000 wooden penguin toys because the heads can detach, exposing sharp points that pose a laceration risk.
Hobby Lobby is recalling camouflage Easter egg containers and spinning egg tops because the paint contains excessive lead, violating federal standards.
QVC is recalling about 198,000 Toy Puzzle Vehicle Sets because surface paints contain excessive lead, violating federal standards.
WarmlyYours is recalling about 200 Comfortplus Under Area Rug Warmers because the electrical cord can come loose, causing sparks or flames. No injuries have been reported.
Progress Lighting is recalling about 1,000 outdoor ceiling light fixtures because a weld can fail, causing the light to fall and injure consumers.
Salton Inc. is recalling specific chrome two-slice electric toasters because they can turn on without bread and ignite items on top, posing a fire hazard.
Galison/Mudpuppy is recalling about 90,000 wire-bound journals and calendars because the paint on the metal spiral bindings contains excessive levels of lead.
MEGA Brands is recalling Magtastik and Magnetix Jr. magnetic toys because small magnets can detach and be swallowed by young children, posing serious health risks.