US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent recalls and product safety news

Recalls and product safety news from CPSC ( http://www.cpsc.gov)
update: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:15:00 GMT

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Black Cat Fireworks Recalls Fireworks Due to Injury Hazard
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:15:00 GMT

The firework can produce a loud bang and unexpectedly scatter debris, posing an injury hazard to the user and bystanders. read more
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Children's Jewelry Recalled by Bead Bazaar USA Due to Risk of Lead Exposure
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT

The children's jewelry could contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. read more
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Bayside Furnishings Recalls Youth Bed Toy Chests Sold at Costco After the Death of a 22-Month-Old Child
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT

The lid supports on the toy chests fail to prevent the lid from closing too quickly, posing an entrapment and strangulation hazard to young children. read more
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Fireworks Over America Recalls Fireworks Due to Shock Hazard
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT

The parachutes can become entangled in overhead power lines causing a shock hazard to users and bystanders. read more
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Outdoor Canopies Sold Exclusively at BJ's Wholesale Club Recalled by Wanda Technology Due to Fire Hazard
date: Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:15:00 GMT

The canopies fail to comply with a voluntary flammability standard could pose a fire hazard to consumers. read more
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Hayes Bicycle Group Recalls Quick-Release Devices for Bicycles Due To Fall Hazard
date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT

The quick release devices can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in position on the bicycle, causing the rider to lose control, which poses a serious fall hazard. read more
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Paintball Gun Adapters Recalled by RAP4 Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards
date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT

The remote line adapter can burst when over tightened, posing serious impact and laceration hazards to consumers. read more
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RadioShack Recalls Power Supplies Due to Electrocution and Fire Hazards
date: Wed, 02 Jul 2008 15:00:00 GMT

The recalled power supplies are wired incorrectly, posing electrocution and fire hazards. read more
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Redcat Racing Recalls Remote Controlled Toy Vehicles Due to Remote Control Defect
date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:45:00 GMT

The remote control unit can lose its signal, causing the toy vehicle to lose control, posing a risk of injury to the user or bystanders. read more
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Infant Garments Recalled by Rashti & Rashti Due to Choking Hazard
date: Tue, 01 Jul 2008 16:45:00 GMT

The snaps on these garments can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. read more
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E-Z-GO Recalls RXV Golf Cars Due to Fall Hazard
date: Fri, 27 Jun 2008 16:00:00 GMT

The hip restraints on the cars can detach at the base, posing a fall and injury risk to consumers. read more
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Children's Jackets and Hoodies with Drawstrings Recalled by Coolibar Inc. Due to Strangulation Hazard
date: Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:30:00 GMT

An internal electrical component failure can cause overheating of the product posing a risk of burn or fire. read more
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Hewlett-Packard Co. Recalls Fax Machines Due to Fire Hazard
date: Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:30:00 GMT

An internal electrical component failure can cause overheating of the product posing a risk of burn or fire. read more
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Westminster Inc. Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopter Toys Due to Risk of Fire
date: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:30:00 GMT

The rechargeable battery inside the helicopter can overheat. This can result in the helicopter’s body melting, as well as a risk of fire or burns to consumers. read more
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ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Loss of Speed Control
date: Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:30:00 GMT

A manufacturing defect in the carburetor can cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of serious injury or death to the rider. read more
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