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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.
Gamewell-FCI is recalling about 700 electronic control boards because software interference may prevent fire alarm signals from reaching command centers.
Old Williamsburgh Candle Corp. is recalling Mason Jar Candles because the wick can shift, causing the glass to crack or shatter, which poses laceration and burn risks.
TAC LLC is recalling approximately 850 Erie Boiler Boss operating and reset controls because they can fail, causing water temperatures to rise to dangerous levels and posing a scald risk.
Home Decorators Collection is recalling about 500 leather storage trunks because the exterior clasp can lock unexpectedly, posing an entrapment and suffocation hazard to children.
Flojet recalls Duplex II 115 VAC pumps used in LeBleu water systems due to a manufacturing defect that can cause electric shock.
Sally Foster is recalling tea light candles with plastic shells that can melt or ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard.
The Holmes Group is recalling about 300,000 oscillating tower fans because electrical arcing in the wiring can cause a fire. Consumers should stop using the fans and contact the company for a free replacement.
Version-X is recalling Travel'N Baby Mini Hair Dryers because they lack immersion protection plugs, posing an electrocution risk if they fall into water.
Arctic Cat is recalling about 1,500 2007 model 90cc youth ATVs because steering components may not be tightened correctly, risking loss of control.
DS Waters is recalling about 8,700 Contact Hot and Cold Water Coolers because a water leak can cause an electrical arc and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Weil-McLain is recalling 171 commercial boilers because they may leak carbon monoxide. The company is providing free repairs to affected customers.
CPSC recalls Next Step plastic sippy cups that can break into sharp pieces, posing a laceration risk to children.
U.S. Toy Co. is recalling approximately 113,800 children's butterfly necklaces because the pendants contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by young children.
Graco is recalling about 100,000 Contempo highchairs because they may collapse if not fully locked, posing an injury risk to children.
Target is recalling plush baby rattles and photo frame ornaments because small parts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Geometix International is recalling MagneBlocks construction toys because loose magnets can be swallowed, posing risks of intestinal perforation or blockage.
Kids II Inc. is recalling approximately 375,000 Bright Starts teether beads because the plastic rings can break, causing beads to detach and pose a choking hazard to infants.
QVC is recalling approximately 25,500 pumpkin-shaped glass candle holders because they can crack or shatter, posing a laceration risk to consumers.
Sportsstuff Inc. is recalling about 11,000 inflator air pumps because they can overheat and explode, posing a risk of lacerations to users.
Kawasaki is recalling about 9,000 2007 KFX50 and KFX90 ATVs because loose steering components may cause a loss of control, posing a crash hazard.
Seena International is recalling children's hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings due to a strangulation hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Cannondale is recalling about 700 2007 model road bicycles because the front brake can fail, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Samara Brothers is recalling two styles of children's overall sets because the snaps contain excessive lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning to young children.
Family Dollar is recalling about 35,000 oscillating ceramic heaters because they can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a refund.
DEWALT is recalling about 13,800 DG2900 portable generators because a ground fault circuit interrupter could fail, posing a risk of electric shock.