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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.
Husqvarna Outdoor Products Inc. is recalling about 174,000 lawn tractors because the fuel line can separate from the tank, causing fuel spills and fire hazards.
Wal-Mart is recalling about 762,000 Mainstays Associate office chairs because the legs and backs can break or tip over, posing a fall hazard.
Felt Bicycles is recalling about 700 model year 2005 and 2006 Kinesis-made RXC bicycles because the steel brake boss can detach from the frame, causing loss of control.
Lexar Media is recalling specific JumpDrive FireFly and Secure II models because they may overheat, posing a risk of burns and property damage.
Heat & Glo is recalling Twilight II and IIB gas fireplaces because high temperatures in the framing header area pose a fire hazard.
Small World Toys is recalling approximately 92,300 toy vehicles because plastic wheels can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Tiffany and Company is recalling about 47 Paloma Rattles because seams may open, releasing small beads that pose aspiration and laceration hazards to young children.
Home Fragrance Holdings Inc. is recalling Cement Candles sold at Pier 1 Imports due to a fire hazard. The candles can unexpectedly flare, though no injuries have been reported.
Bombardier is recalling about 11,300 2006 and 2007 Outlander ATVs because the rear brake can overheat and ignite, posing a fire risk.
Porter-Cable is recalling about 25,000 cordless brad nailers because they can eject nails while the switch is off, posing a serious injury risk.
CPSC recalls about 500 electronic toy guitars sold at flea markets in January 2006 because they can break into small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
CFM Corp. is recalling about 1,300 Sequoia wood-burning fireplaces due to a fire hazard caused by insufficient insulation or missing welds. No injuries have been reported.
The Swiss Colony is recalling Money Bag Candles because decorations can ignite and wax pooling can cause burns. Four incidents of ignition were reported, including one with extensive property damage.
Oceanic is recalling Versa Pro 2A digital dive computers because a specific display mode may show incorrect elapsed dive time, potentially causing decompression sickness.
Specialized is recalling about 2,700 bicycles equipped with SW Carbon Stems because the magnesium faceplates can crack, causing the handlebar to break off and posing a fall hazard.
Adjmi Apparel Group is recalling Reebok children's windsuits because the zipper pull logo can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Suzuki is recalling about 6,300 2006 QuadRacer ATVs because a broken cushion lever mounting bracket can cause loss of control and crashes.
BJ Alan Co. is recalling Thunderstick Rocket Fireworks because they are overloaded with flash powder, posing a risk of unexpected explosions and burns.
Phil Vassil Rugs is recalling specific wool Flokati rugs because they fail federal flammability standards and could ignite, posing a burn risk.
ValueVision Media Inc. is recalling Dragonfly, Petunia, Iris, and Rose torchiere lamps because an electrical problem can cause them to spark, smoke, or burn.
Nine West Footwear is recalling Sam & Libby girls' thong sandals because metal tacks can detach, posing a laceration hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Simon & Schuster is recalling Curious Buddies cloth books because felt parts can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
QVC is recalling Welbilt electronic pressure cookers because the lid can open prematurely, expelling hot contents and posing a burn hazard.
Lowe's is recalling Garden Treasures foldable steel hammock stands because welds can fail, causing the hammock to fall and injuring users.
H&M is recalling about 1,900 girls' water shoes because they become extremely slippery when wet, posing a risk of slipping and falling on smooth surfaces.