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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.
RCE/LCI is recalling Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap and Soft Bead Buddies toys because the paint on metal wires contains excess lead.
Raven Industries is recalling infrared remote controls for specific adjustable beds because an internal component can overheat, posing fire and burn risks.
Dollar Tree is recalling Christmas House plush bears and snowman dolls because buttons on the jackets can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Maytag is recalling about 23,000 Gemini Gas Ranges because a delayed ignition flashback fire in the upper oven poses a fire and burn hazard.
The Toro Company is recalling 2001 Snow Commander snowthrowers because the plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a fire and injury risk.
Hitachi is recalling about 14,300 circular saws because the lower blade guards can stick open, exposing the blade and posing a laceration hazard.
OWT Industries and Sears are recalling about 5,200 Craftsman electric routers because the on-off switch could stick, posing a risk of serious lacerations.
Raymond Oak Inc. is recalling about 200 wooden toy chests because lid support hinges can fail, posing a risk of injury to children.
S. Rothschild & Co. is recalling approximately 37,000 girls' hooded winter jackets because rubber petals and metal snaps can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Comarco is recalling Targus power adapter plugs that can break open and expose live wires, posing an electrocution risk.
MOSA Sports is recalling about 1,250 Five 40 brand bicycle helmets because they fail required impact testing. Consumers should stop using them immediately and return them for a refund or replacement.
Lands' End is recalling approximately 6,000 children's parkas because zipper parts may detach and pose a choking risk. No injuries have been reported.
Trudeau is recalling 17-piece fondue sets because the plastic handles can melt or crack during heating, posing burn and fire risks.
Kawasaki is recalling about 45 FD750D engines used in Ventrac tractors due to a fuel leak that can cause fire and burn injuries.
Blue Star Candles is recalling 6-ounce Christmas candles because incorrect wick sizes can cause irregular burning, posing a fire or burn risk.
Fire-Lite Alarms is recalling about 2,600 power supplies for building alarm systems due to solder defects that may prevent alarms from functioning.
Makita is recalling about 350,000 electric orbit sanders because the pads can break apart and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard.
Atico International USA Inc. is recalling about 37,000 Kitchen Gourmet Hot Pots because the bottom can separate from the top, posing a serious burn hazard.
Murray Inc. is recalling about 270,000 riding lawn tractors because the fuel tanks can crack and leak, posing a fire and burn hazard.
IBM is recalling approximately 56,000 G51 and G51t CRT computer monitors because the circuit board can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.
The First Years is recalling 120,000 2-in-1 baby tubs and step stools because the footrest can pinch babies if not fully extended.
The Betesh Group is recalling Busy Bug plush toys because the antennae can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Random House is recalling approximately 360,000 children's board book sets because plastic snaps on the packaging can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
BRIO Corp. is recalling about 4,000 Ambi Bird Trumpet toys because a small knob can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Fireworks of Alabama is recalling about 72,000 bamboo stick sparklers because the handles can catch fire, burn, and emit fragments, posing a fire and burn hazard.