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New Product Safety Recalls: Children’s Books and GNC Iron Supplements

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  1. Manhattan Toy Recalls Children’s Books Due to Choking Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Manhattan-Toy-Recalls-Childrens-Books-Due-to-Choking-Hazard
  2. Women’s Iron Complete Supplements Recalled by GNC Due to Failure to Meet Child Resistant Closure Requirement; Risk of Poisoning: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Womens-Iron-Complete-Supplements-Recalled-by-GNC-Due-to-Failure-to-Meet-Child-Resistant-Closure-Requirement-Risk-of-Poisoning

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Update from FDA on Romaine lettuce recalls. Adams Bros. Farms linked.

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Update on the Romaine lettuce contamination. The contamination is now linked to Adams Bros. Farming in California. They have now issued their own voluntary recall on cauliflower and other types of lettuce. According to the recall information on their website, red and green lettuce was shipped to Oregon distributors.

The FDA, along with CDC, state and local agencies, is investigating a multistate outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 illnesses linked to romaine lettuce grown in California this fall. The Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) and Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) are also coordinating with U.S. agencies as they investigate a similar outbreak in Canada.

As of December 13, FDA has further refined the traceback investigation down to the farm level, which narrows the list of romaine growing areas that FDA recommends consumers and retailers avoid down to the following counties: Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Barbara.

San Luis Obispo, Santa Cruz and Ventura counties in California have been removed from the list at this time. Other growing areas, for example Florida, Mexico and the desert growing regions near Yuma and Imperial County, Riverside County do not appear to be related to the current outbreak.

Investigation teams from FDA’s Produce Safety Network, California Department of Public Health, California Department of Food and Agriculture, and the CDC analyzed romaine lettuce, soil, water, sediment, and animal dropping samples at farms identified by the traceback investigation. Most of these samples tested negative for the outbreak strain, with some samples still undergoing analysis. However, the strain of E. coli O157:H7 causing the current outbreak was identified in one sample collected in the sediment of an agricultural water reservoir at one ranch owned and operated by Adam Bros. Farming, Inc., in Santa Barbara County. The strain isolated from this sample matched those collected from ill persons in this outbreak using Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS). The FDA is able to confirm that Adam Bros. Farming, Inc. hasn’t shipped any romaine since November 20, 2018. Experts are working with the farm to determine how contamination occurred and what corrective actions need to be taken before their next growing season.

Adams Bros is cooperating with the FDA and CDC in this outbreak investigation. They have committed to recalling products that may have come into contact with water from the water reservoir where the outbreak strain was found.

The finding on this farm, however, does not explain all illnesses. The FDA’s traceback activities of romaine lettuce will continue as FDA works to determine what commonalities this farm may have with other farms and areas that are being assessed as part of the investigation.

This information allows FDA to modify its recommendations slightly. Given the identification of the outbreak pathogen on the one farm, the location of farms identified in the traceback, and the fact that the lettuce on the market at the peak of the outbreak should be beyond shelf life, there is no longer a reason for consumers to avoid romaine from San Luis Obispo, Santa Cruz and Ventura Counties, in California, provided it was harvested after November 23, 2018. The traceback investigation is still ongoing and additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

Recommendation:

Based on discussions with producers and distributors, romaine lettuce entering the market will now be voluntarily labeled with a harvest location and a harvest date or labeled as being hydroponically- or greenhouse-grown. If it does not have this information, you should not eat or use it.

If romaine lettuce does have this labeling information, we advise avoiding any product from Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Barbara counties in California. Romaine lettuce from outside those counties need not be avoided. Consumers may notice that romaine lettuce is beginning to be available in stores with new labeling. Additionally, romaine from Ventura, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Cruz counties harvested after November 23, 2018 should be labeled with harvest area and harvest date, allowing it to be distinguished from romaine lettuce that should be avoided.

Romaine lettuce that was harvested outside of Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Barbara counties in California does not appear to be related to the current outbreak. Hydroponically- and greenhouse-grown romaine also does not appear to be related to the current outbreak. There is no recommendation for consumers or retailers to avoid using romaine harvested from these sources.

Possible Hepatitis A Contamination of Bauer’s Candies’ Modjeskas

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The FDA is alerting consumers to possible hepatitis A contamination of Bauer’s Candies Modjeskas, an individually wrapped marshmallow candy dipped in chocolate or caramel. We are advising consumers not to eat and to throw away any Bauer’s Candies Chocolate or Caramel Modjeskas, purchased after November 14, 2018 because a worker in the facility tested positive for hepatitis A.

These products are available at retail locations and can also be purchased through QVC and BauersCandy.com. We are currently working with Bauer’s Candies, located in Kentucky, on a voluntary recall of affected products. This posting will be updated with recall and retail information as it becomes available.

At this time, the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are not aware of any cases of hepatitis A related to consumption of these candies. Hepatitis A can have a long incubation period and can have serious health consequences for some people, especially those with other health problems.

Although the risk of hepatitis A transmission from the candy is low, FDA recommends that consumers who ate candies purchased after November 14, 2018 and have not been vaccinated for hepatitis A consult with their healthcare professional to determine whether post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is indicated. PEP may be recommended for unvaccinated people who have been exposed to hepatitis A virus (HAV) in the last 2 weeks; those with evidence of previous hepatitis A vaccination do not require PEP.

Hepatitis A is a contagious liver disease that results from infection with HAV. When symptoms occur, they can range in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe illness lasting several months. Hepatitis A is usually spread when a person ingests fecal matter — even in microscopic amounts — from an infected person; this can happen when an infected person prepares food without appropriate hand hygiene, even before that person shows symptoms of illness.

People infected with HAV may not have symptoms until 15 to 50 days after exposure. Symptoms may include fever, headache, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, yellowing of the skin or eyes (known as jaundice), dark urine, and pale stool. Young children may not show symptoms of HAV infection.

The FDA is recommending that anyone who ate Bauer’s Candies Chocolate or Caramel Modjeskas purchased after November 14, 2018, consult with their healthcare provider to determine whether PEP is indicated. Consumers and retailers should throw away and not consume any chocolate or caramel Modjeskas purchased after November 14, 2018.

Product Safety Recall: Skip Hop Convertible High Chairs

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Skip Hop Recalls Convertible High Chairs Due to Injury and Fall Hazards:

Recall Date: December 6, 2018

Recall Number: 19-042
Recall Summary Name of Product: Tuo convertible high chairs Hazard:The legs on the highchair can detach from the seat, posing fall and injury hazards to children.

Remedy: RefundConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled high chairs and contact Skip Hop for a full refund or a $200 gift card.

Consumer Contact:Skip Hop toll-free at 888-282-4674 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.skiphop.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Skip-Hop-Recalls-Convertible-High-Chairs-Due-to-Injury-and-Fall-Hazards

Recall Details
Units:
About 32,300 (In addition, about 8,600 were sold in Canada) Description:

This recall involves Skip Hop’s Tuo convertible high chairs with charcoal gray or silver/white with clouds fabric. They have a reversible seat pad, removable tray, 5-point harness, beechwood footrest and legs. The high chairs can be converted into a toddler chair. One of the following style numbers and corresponding date code can be found on the back of the chair:

Style NumberDate Codes
304200(charcoal gray)HH5/2017, HH6/2017, HH7/2017, HH8/2017, HH9/2017, HH092717, HH092917,  HH010518, HH010518, HH030518, HH05182018, HH05182018, HH05312018,
304201(silver/white with clouds)HH5/2017, HH6/2017, HH7/2017, HH8/2017, HH9/2017, HH092717, HH092917,  HH010518, HH010518, HH030518, HH05182018, HH05182018, HH05312018  

Incidents/Injuries:

Skip Hop has received 17 reports of the legs of the high chairs detaching. No injuries have been reported. 
Sold At:

Babies ”R” Us, Buy Buy Baby, Target, Kohls, Dillards and other children specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and Skiphop.com from June 2017 through September 2018 for about $160.
Importer(s):

Skip Hop, Inc., of New York
Manufactured In:China

Swift Beef Company Recalls Ground Beef Products due to Possible E. coli O157:H7 Contamination

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WASHINGTON, Nov. 17, 2018 – Swift Beef Co., a Hyrum, Utah establishment, is recalling approximately 99,260 pounds of raw non-intact ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.

The bulk ground beef was produced on Oct. 24, 2018. The following products are subject to recall: [View Labels (PDF only)]

  • 2,000 lb. – bulk pallets of Swift Ground Beef 81/19 (81% lean) Fine Grind Combo bearing product code 42982.
  • 8-10 lb. – plastic wrapped chubs of “blue ribbon BEEF” Ground Beef 81/19 (81% lean) Coarse Grind bearing product code 42410.
  • 8-10 lb. – plastic wrapped chubs of “blue ribbon BEEF” Ground Beef 93/07 (93% lean) Coarse Grind bearing product code 42413.
  • 8-10 lb. – plastic wrapped chubs of “blue ribbon BEEF” Ground Beef 85/15 (85% lean) Coarse Grind bearing product code 42415.
  • 8-10 lb. – plastic wrapped chubs of “blue ribbon BEEF” Ground Beef 73/27 (73% lean) Coarse Grind bearing product code 42510.

The products subject to recall bear establishment number “EST. 628” inside the USDA mark of inspection. These items were shipped to retail distributors for further processing and food service distributors for institutional use in locations in California, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.

The problem was discovered on November 15, 2018, when FSIS visited Swift Beef Company in response to a FSIS ground beef sample that was collected at a further processing establishment and was confirmed positive for E. coli O157:H7. FSIS confirmed that Swift Beef Company was the sole source supplier for the ground beef products. That affected product was recalled on Nov. 16 and information on that recall can be found here. There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

Anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider. E. coli O157:H7 is a potentially deadly bacterium that can cause dehydration, bloody diarrhea and abdominal cramps 2–8 days (3–4 days, on average) after exposure the organism. While most people recover within a week, some develop a type of kidney failure called hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). This condition can occur among persons of any age but is most common in children under 5-years old and older adults. It is marked by easy bruising, pallor, and decreased urine output. Persons who experience these symptoms should seek emergency medical care immediately.

FSIS routinely conducts recall effectiveness checks to verify recalling firms notify their customers of the recall and that steps are taken to make certain that the product is no longer available to consumers. When available, the retail distribution list(s) will be posted on the FSIS website at www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls.

FSIS advises all consumers to safely prepare their raw meat products, including fresh and frozen, and only consume ground beef that has been cooked to a temperature of 165°F. The only way to confirm that ground beef is cooked to a temperature high enough to kill harmful bacteria is to use a food thermometer that measures internal temperature, http://1.usa.gov/1cDxcDQ.

Consumers may call the JBS USA Consumer Hotline at (800) 727-2333.  Members of the media with questions about the recall can contact Misty Barnes, Media Coordinator at JBS USA, at (970) 506-7805.

Consumers with food safety questions can “Ask Karen,” the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.govor via smartphone at m.askkaren.gov. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day. The online Electronic Consumer Complaint Monitoring System can be accessed 24 hours a day at: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/reportproblem.

Brookstone recalls 164,000 units of wireless speakers due to fire hazard

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1.    Brookstone Wireless Speakers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/brookstone-wireless-speakers-recalled-due-to-fire-hazard

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1. Brookstone Wireless Speakers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard:
Recall Date: October 19, 2018
Recall Number: 19-017
 
Recall Summary
 
Name of Product: 
Wireless speakers
                                        
Hazard: 
The lithium ion batteries in the wireless speakers can overheat and catch fire, posing a fire hazard.
 
Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled speakers and properly dispose of the lithium-ion battery packs according to state and local regulations.

Brookstone has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Contact the toll-free number or visit the Omni Management Group website for information about a possible refund.


 

Consumer Contact: 
Brookstone toll-free at 866-576-7337 any time or online at www.omnimgt.com/BrookstonerecallFAQ/ for more information.

 
 
Recall Details
 
Units: 
About 164,000

Description:

This recall involves Brookstone Big Blue Party™ indoor/outdoor wireless speakers. The recalled speakers are silver or gray colored and measure about 6 inches wide by 6 inches deep by 16 inches tall. The SKU is printed on the bottom underside of the speaker. The speaker may also have “Brookstone” printed at the bottom on one side of the speaker, as well as on the label on the underside of the speaker.

 

SKU Description/Color
849504 Graphite
318417 360 with Chromecast
952645 light gray
 
Incidents/Injuries:

Brookstone has received 12 reports of the speakers overheating and catching fire, resulting in five reports of property damage totaling about $2,000.

Sold At:

Ace Hardware, Bloomingdale’s, Bon-Ton, Brookstone, Macy’s, Patriot stores and other stores nationwide, on the Home Shopping Network and online at Amazon.com, Brookstone.com, RueLaLa.com, Wayfair.com, Zulily.com and other websites from December 2013 through August 2018 for about $200.

Manufacturer(s):

Plastoform Industries LTD., of China

Importer(s):

Brookstone Purchasing Inc., of Merrimack, N.H.

Distributor(s):

Brookstone Purchasing Inc., of Merrimack, N.H.

Manufactured In:
China

LED solar light fixtures sold at Home Depot and Lowes recalled due to fire hazard

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Cooper Lighting Recalls Solar/Battery Powered Light Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard:https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Cooper-Lighting-Recalls-SolarBattery-Powered-Light-Fixtures-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

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Cooper Lighting Recalls Solar/Battery Powered Light Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard:

Recall Date: October 11, 2018
Recall Number: 19-009

Recall Summary

Name of Product:
All-Pro and Defiant solar-powered outdoor LED light fixtures

Hazard:

The batteries in the solar-powered light fixtures can overheat and cause the light fixture’s housing to melt, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Repair

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lighting fixtures and contact the Eaton Customer Service Center for a free replacement battery pack. Eaton will ship the replacement battery pack with step-by-step battery replacement instructions.

Consumer Contact:

Cooper Lighting toll-free at 866-461-7819 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, email at LT-consumerreplacements@eaton.com or online at www.cooperlighting.com and click on “Safety Notices” under the Resources tab for more information.

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Cooper-Lighting-Recalls-SolarBattery-Powered-Light-Fixtures-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

Recall Details

Units:

October 11, 2018

Description:

This recall involves solar-powered, motion-activated outdoor LED light fixtures sold under the All-Pro and Defiant brands. The model number is displayed on the interior of the fixture. The Defiant MST1000LWDF, All-Pro MST800L, and All-Pro MST800LW all have two light sources on top of a housing with a round motion sensor on the bottom of that housing. The All-Pro WPS2040M has a flat housing with the LED light source in the center of the housing and an integrated motion sensor lens and dimmer above the motion sensor. All the light fixtures are connected by wire to a solar panel.

Brand Model Number
Defiant MST1000LWDF
All-Pro MST800L
All-Pro MST800LW
All-Pro WPS2040M

Incidents/Injuries:

Cooper Lighting has received seven reports of light fixtures overheating and property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Home Depot, Lowe’s, and other stores nationwide from September 2015 through July 2018 for about $70 to $100.

Importer(s):

Cooper Lighting, LLC, Peachtree City, Ga., a division of Eaton

Manufactured In:

China

Product Recall: Ozark Camp Axe from Walmart

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  1. Walmart Recalls Camp Axes Due to Injury Hazard:https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Walmart-Recalls-Camp-Axes-Due-to-Injury-Hazard

 

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1. Walmart Recalls Camp Axes Due to Injury Hazard:

Recall Date: October 3, 2018
Recall Number: 19-003

 

Recall Summary

 

Name of Product:
Ozark Trail camp axes

 

Hazard:

The axe head can detach from the handle, posing an injury hazard.

 

Remedy: Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled axes and return them to Walmart for a full refund.

 

Consumer Contact:

Walmart at 800-925-6278 from 7 a.m. through 9 p.m. CT any day or online at www.walmart.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.

 

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Walmart-Recalls-Camp-Axes-Due-to-Injury-Hazard

 

 

Recall Details

 

Units:

About 246,000

Description:

This recall involves Ozark Trail camp axes. The steel shaft tubular axes measure about 14 inches long from handle to axe head, and weigh about 1.25 lbs. The axes have a black, non-slip rubber grip and claw feature. “Ozark Trail” and model number 60111140 are printed on the product packaging.

 

 

Incidents/Injuries:

Walmart has received two reports of axe heads detaching from the handle, resulting in minor cuts and abrasions.

 

 

Sold Exclusively At:

Walmart stores nationwide and online at www.walmart.com from January 2017 through July 2018 for about $8.

 

 

Manufacturer(s):

Gardex, of India

 

 

Importer(s):

Walmart Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.

 

Distributor(s):

Walmart Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.

 

 

Manufactured In:

India

 

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The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is still interested in receiving incident or injury reports that are either directly related to a product recall or involve a different hazard with the same product. Please tell us about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov.

Product Safety Notice: Children’s coveralls and stinger insect zappers

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1. Weeplay Kids Recalls Children’s Coveralls Due to Choking Hazard:
2.  

Kaz Recalls Stinger Insect Zappers Due to Shock Hazard:  https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Kaz-Recalls-Stinger-Insect-Zappers-Due-to-Shock-Hazard
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1. Weeplay Kids Recalls Children’s Coveralls Due to Choking Hazard: 


Recall Date: September 20, 2018
Recall Number: 18-225 

 
Recall Summary
 
Name of Product: 
ED by Ellen DeGeneres coveralls
 
Hazard: 
The bunny applique on the children’s coveralls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
 
 
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coveralls and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.  
 
Consumer Contact: 
Weeplay Kids toll-free at 888-854-6563 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.weeplaykids.com and click on Recall Info for more information.
 
 
 
Recall Details
 
Units: 
About 2,500 (in addition, about 130 were sold in Canada)
 
Description:
This recall involves infant ED by Ellen DeGeneres coveralls with hat. The pink striped, two-piece, long-sleeve coveralls are 100% cotton. They have a kangaroo pocket and bunny-shaped applique on the left chest, a hat with pompom and snaps in the crotch. Style ED01210 was sold in infant sizes 3M, 6M and 9M; and style ED13210 was sold in 12M, 18M and 24M. The style number and manufacture date code of August 2017 (08/2017) are printed on the inside garment tag located inside the seam of the garment. “ED by Ellen DeGeneres” and the garment sizes are printed on the inside back of the garment.
 
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received one report in Canada where the bunny applique detached from the garment, and a young child put it in their mouth.  The grandparent removed it before it caused them to choke. No incidents or injuries have been reported in the United States.
 
Sold At:
Buy Buy Baby and Marshalls stores nationwide and online at www.buybuybaby.com  from September 2017 through January 2018 for about $16.
Manufacturer(s):
Dongguan Sureon Trading Limited, of China
Distributor(s):

Weeplay Kids LLC, of N.Y.

Manufactured In:
China
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Kaz Recalls Stinger Insect Zappers Due to Shock Hazard:

 
Recall Date: September 20, 2018
Recall Number: 18-227

 
Recall Summary
 
Name of Product: 
Stinger Insect Zappers
 
Hazard: 

The insect kill grid can detach inside the housing, posing a shock hazard.

 
Remedy: Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Stinger Insect Zappers, unplug them, and contact Kaz to return the product for a full refund.

 
Consumer Contact: 
Kaz toll-free at 888-480-2880 from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or online at www.Kaz.com or www.stingerproducts.com and click on “Recall” for more information.
 
 
 
Recall Details
 
Units: 
About 72,000
 
Description:
This recall involves Stinger BK series Insect Zapper electric insect/mosquito zapper including the Stinger Insect Zapper (Model BK 110v3), the Stinger 3-in-1 Insect Zapper (Model BK310v3) and the Stinger 5-in-1 Insect & Mosquito Zapper (Model BK510v3). They are black or gray plastic and stand or hang vertically. The units are about 19 inches high and 6 inches wide and require an extension cord to operate outside. The recalled models have codes ending in YTG and Made in China printed on the silver label on the bottom of the product.

 

Model Number Product Name
BK510v3 (ULG510YTG) Stinger 5-in-1 Insect & Mosquito Zapper
BK310v3 (ULG310YTG) Stinger 3-in-1 Insect Zapper
BK110v3 (ULG110YTG) Stinger Insect Zapper
 
Incidents/Injuries:
Kaz has received three reports of units exhibiting internal grid detachment. No injuries have been reported.
 
Sold At:
Home Depot, Ace Hardware, other stores nationwide, and online from April 2018 through August 2018 for between $30 and $80.
 
Manufacturer(s):

Foshan Shi Shunde District Yongtong Electronics Co., Ltd., of China

Importer(s):

Kaz USA Inc., Marlborough, Mass.

Distributor(s):

Kaz USA Inc., Marlborough, Mass.

Manufactured In:
China

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4 new products being recalled by CPC 9-12-18

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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814
www.cpsc.gov

1. Emerson Tool Company Recalls RIDGID Wet/Dry Vacuums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Emerson-Tool-Company-Recalls-RIDGID-Wet-Dry-Vacuums-Due-to-Shock-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Home-Depot

2. Jimco Recalls Bistro Chairs Due to Fall Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Jimco-Recalls-Bistro-Chairs-Due-to-Fall-Hazard

3. Cost Plus World Market Recalls Daybeds Due to Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Cost-Plus-World-Market-Recalls-Daybeds-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Mattres-Flammability-Standard

4. Gas Ranges and Wall Ovens Recalled by Prizer-Painter Stove Works Due to Burn Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Gas-Ranges-and-Wall-Ovens-Recalled-by-PrizerPainter-Stove-Works-Due-to-Burn-Hazard
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1. Emerson Tool Company Recalls RIDGID Wet/Dry Vacuums Due to Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot:
Recall Date: September 11, 2018
Recall Number: 18-220

Recall Summary

Name of Product:
RIDGID® NXT HD06000 and HD09000 wet/dry vacuums

Hazard:

The on/off switch can become dislodged and expose energized wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers.

Remedy: Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled wet/dry vacuum and contact Emerson Tool Company for a free replacement wet/dry vacuum powerhead assembly.

Consumer Contact:

Emerson Tool Company toll-free at 888-847-8718 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT or online at www.emerson.com/en-us/commercial-residential/emerson-tool-company and click on Safety Notifications. ​​​

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Emerson-Tool-Company-Recalls-RIDGID-Wet-Dry-Vacuums-Due-to-Shock-Hazard-Sold-Exclusively-at-Home-Depot

Recall Details

Units:

About 208,000 (in addition, about 2,600 were sold in Canada)

Description:

This recall involves RIDGID NXT wet/dry vacuums, models HD06000 (6-gallon) and HD09000 (9-gallon). The orange and black wet/dry vacuum has four swivel casters, a carrying handle, a hose and accessories. RIDGID is printed on the front of the vacuum. The model number can be found on a silver product identification label on the back of the vacuum’s powerhead assembly.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported

Sold Exclusively At:

The Home Depot stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com       from March 2018 through July 2018 for about $50 for the 6-gallon wet/dry vacuum and for about $60 for the 9-gallon wet/dry vacuum.

Importer(s):

Emerson Tool Company, of St. Louis, Mo.

Manufactured In:

Mexico

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2. Jimco Recalls Bistro Chairs Due to Fall Hazard:
Recall Date: September 11, 2018
Recall Number: 18-219

Recall Summary

Name of Product:

Bistro chairs

Hazard:

The chair’s seat can break, posing a fall hazard.

Remedy: Refund

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs and contact the firm for instructions on how to return the chairs for a full refund of the purchase price.

Consumer Contact:

Jimco Lamp & Manufacturing Company at 800-643-0092 from 8 a.m. to 5p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at http://jimcolamp.com/ and click on Recall Information at the bottom of the page.

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Jimco-Recalls-Bistro-Chairs-Due-to-Fall-Hazard

Recall Details

Units:

About 16,000

Description:

This recall involves Jimco Outdoor Folding Bistro Chairs in graywash and teak finishes. The Bistro Chairs are wooden foldable chairs. The chairs were sold individually at TJ Maxx and Marshalls, and as part of a set with two chairs and a table at HomeGoods and Sierra Trading Post.

Incidents/Injuries:

Jimco has received five reports of the bistro chairs breaking, including one report involving a bruised wrist and a cut to the leg.

Sold At:

TJ Maxx and Marshalls as individual chairs from January 2018 through June 2018 for about $20, and as part of a set with two chairs and a table at HomeGoods and Sierra Trading Post from January 2018 through June 2018 for about $130.

Importer(s):

Jimco Lamp & Manufacturing Company, of Bono, Ark.

Manufactured In:

Vietnam

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3. Cost Plus World Market Recalls Daybeds Due to Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard

 Recall Date: September 11, 2018
Recall Number: 18-221

Recall Summary

Name of Product:
Hartley flip daybeds

Hazard:

The removable bottom cushion on the daybed fails to meet the federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Replace

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled daybeds and return the removable bottom cushion to any Cost Plus World Market or World Market store for a free replacement bottom cushion.

Consumer Contact:

Cost Plus toll-free at 877-967-5362 from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. ET any day or online at www.worldmarket.com and click on “Product Recalls” for more information.

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Cost-Plus-World-Market-Recalls-Daybeds-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Mattres-Flammability-Standard

Recall Details

Units:

About 2,300

Description:

This recall involves the Hartley Flip Daybeds. The recalled daybeds are a light gray upholstered duet daybed sofa. The SKU/UPC 535790/00000025357905 is printed on the UPC label attached to the underside of the daybed.

Incidents/Injuries:

None reported

Sold Exclusively At:

Cost Plus World Market and World Market stores nationwide and online at www.worldmarket.com from January 2017 through January 2018 for about $550.

Importer(s):

Cost Plus Management Services Inc., of Alameda, Calif.

Manufactured In:

China

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4. Gas Ranges and Wall Ovens Recalled by Prizer-Painter Stove Works Due to Burn Hazard:
Recall Date: September 11, 2018
Recall Number: 18-218

Recall Summary

Name of Product:

BlueStar and Big Chill gas ranges and wall ovens

Hazard:

Use of the convection oven fan during pre-heating or broiling can cause accumulated gas to ignite, posing a burn hazard to consumers when oven door is opened.

Remedy: Repair

Consumers should immediately turn off the convection fan and keep it turned off. Contact Prizer-Painter Stove Works to schedule a free repair.

Consumer Contact:

Prizer-Painter Stove Works at 800-449-8691 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.bluestarcooking.com or www.bigchill.com and click on “Voluntary Recall” for more information.

Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2018/Gas-Ranges-and-Wall-Ovens-Recalled-by-PrizerPainter-Stove-Works-Due-to-Burn-Hazard

Recall Details

Units:

About 7,100 (In addition, about 2,500 units in Canada)

Description:

This recall involves seven different series of BlueStar and Big Chill free-standing ranges and one series of gas-powered wall ovens. The BlueStar or Big Chill logos are on the front of the oven door.  The recalled gas ranges and ovens were sold in a variety of colors, including stainless steel, white, green, orange, aqua, dark blue and black with gold trim. Gas ranges or wall ovens with model and serial numbers listed in the chart below are included in the recall. The model and serial number are located on the serial plate. On the open burner gas ranges (star shaped burners), the serial plate is under the cast iron grates on the left side.  On the sealed burner gas ranges (round burners), the serial plate is underneath the back guard, which is removable.  On the gas wall ovens, the serial plate is behind the control panel on the left wall.

Model

Model Numbers

Serial Number Range

BlueStar Culinary Series (RCS)

RCS304BV2, RCS366BV2, RCS30SBV2, RCS36SBV2, RCS30SBBCN, RCS30SBBCL, RCS36SBBCN, RCS36SBBCL, RCS48SBBCN, RCS48SBBCL, RCS304BCV2, RCS366BCV2, RCS36SBBCNMB, RCS36SBBCLMB, RCS36SBBCNRR, RCS304BV2, RCS366BV2, RCS30SBV2, RCS36SBV2, RCS30SBBCN, RCS30SBBCL, RCS36SBBCN, RCS36SBBCL, RCS48SBBCN, RCS48SBBCL, RCS304BCV2, RCS366BCV2, RCS36SBBCNMB, RCS36SBBCLMB, RCS36SBBCNRR, RCS36SBBCLRR, RCS36SBBCNCB, RCS36SBBCLCB, RCS36SBBCNSW, RCS36SBBCLSW, RCS30SBBCNRR, RCS30SBBCLRR, RCS30SBBCNMB, RCS30SBBCLMB, RCS30SBBCNCB, RCS30SBBCLCB, RCS30SBBCNSW, RCS30SBBCLSW, RCS48SBBCNMB, RCS48SBBCLMB, RCS48SBBCNCB, RCS48SBBCLCB, RCS48SBBCNRR, RCS48SBBCLRR, RCS48SBBCNSW, RCS48SBBCLSW

1505000 through 1710999

BlueStar Nova Series (RNB)

RNB244BV2, RNB24GV2, RNB24CBV2, RNB24FTV2, RNB304BV2, RNB366BV2, RNB364CBV2, RNB364GV2

RNB364FTV2, RNB488BV2, RNB486GV2, RNB486CBV2, RNB484GV2, RNB484CBV2, RNB484GCBV2, RNB484FTBV2, RNB6010BV2, RNB608GV2, RNB608CBV2, RNB606GV2, RNB606CBV2, RNB606GCBV2, RNB606FTV2

1505000 through 1710999

BlueStar Heritage Classic Series

RNB364GHCV2, RNB486GHCV2, RNB606GHCV2

1505000 through 1710999

BlueStar Precious Metals Series

RNB304BPMV2, RNB366BPMV2, RNB364GPMV2, RNB364CBPMV2, RNB364FTPMV2

1505000 through 1710999

Blue Star Gas Wall Ovens

BWO24AGS, BWO30AGS, BWO36AGS

1505000 through 1710999

Big Chill Retro Series

BCR30V2SP, BCR30V2SPL, BCR30V2BB, BCR30V2BBL, BCR30V2BK, BCR30V2BKL, BCR30V2BY, BCR30V2BYL, BCR30V2CR, BCR30V2CRL, BCR30V2JG, BCR30V2JGL, BCR30V2OR, BCR30V2ORL,

BCR30V2PK, BCR30V2PKL, BCR30V2TQ, BCR30V2TQL, BCR30V2WH, BCR30V2WHL, BCR36V2SP, BCR36V2SPL, BCR36V2BB, BCR36V2BBL,

BCR36V2BK, BCR36V2BKL, BCR36V2BY, BCR36V2BYL, BCR36V2CR, BCR36V2CRL, BCR36V2JG, BCR36V2JGL, BCR36V2OR, BCR36V2ORL, BCR36V2PK, BCR36V2PKL, BCR36V2TQ, BCR36V2TQL, BCR36V2WH, BCR36V2WHL

1505000 through 1710999

Big Chill Pro Series

BCPRO30V2SP, BCPRO30V2SPL, BCPRO30V2BG, BCPRO30V2BGL, BCPRO30V2CR, BCPRO30V2CRL,

BCPRO30V2FB, BCPRO30V2FBL, BCPRO30V2MB, BCPRO30V2MBL, BCPRO30V2OR, BCPRO30V2ORL,

BCPRO30V2SB, BCPRO30V2SBL, BCPRO30V2SS, BCPRO30V2SSL, BCPRO30V2SY, BCPRO30V2SYL,

BCPRO30V2WH, BCPRO30V2WHL, BCPRO36V2SP

BCPRO36V2SPL, BCPRO36V2BG, BCPRO36V2BGL,

BCPRO36V2CR, BCPRO36V2CRL, BCPRO36V2FB,

BCPRO36V2FBL, BCPRO36V2MB, BCPRO36V2MBL,

BCPRO36V2OR, BCPRO36V2ORL, BCPRO36V2SB,

BCPRO36V2SBL, BCPRO36V2SS, BCPRO36V2SSL,                  BCPRO36V2SY, BCPRO36V2SYL, BCPRO36V2WH,

BCPRO36V2WHL, BCPRO48SP, BCPRO48SPL, BCPRO48BG, BCPRO48BGL, BCPRO48CR, BCPRO48CRL, BCPRO48FB, BCPRO48FBL, BCPRO48MB, BCPRO48MBL, BCPRO48OR, BCPRO48ORL, BCPRO48SL, BCPRO48SLL, BCPRO48SS, BCPRO48SSL, BCPRO48SY, BCPRO48SYL, BCPRO48WH, BCPRO48WHL

1505000 through 1710999

Big Chill Classic Series

BCCS30BBSP, BCCS30CPSP, BCCS30CMSP

BCCS30SNSP, BCCS30BBSPL, BCCS30CPSPL, BCCS30CMSPL, BCCS30SNSPL, BCCS30BBCB, BCCS30CPCB, BCCS30CMCB, BCCS30SNCB, BCCS30BBCBL, BCCS30CPCBL, BCCS30CMCBL, BCCS30SNCBL, BCCS30BBCM, BCCS30CPCM, BCCS30CMCM, BCCS30SNCM, BCCS30BBCML, BCCS30CPCML, BCCS30CMCML, BCCS30SNCML, BCCS30BBFB, BCCS30CPFB, BCCS30CMFB, BCCS30SNFB, BCCS30BBFBL, BCCS30CPFBL, BCCS30CMFBL, BCCS30SNFBL, BCCS30BBMB, BCCS30CPMB, BCCS30CMMB, BCCS30SNMB, BCCS30BBMBL, BCCS30CPMBL, BCCS30CMMBL, BCCS30SNMBL, BCCS30BBWH, BCCS30CPWH, BCCS30CMWH, BCCS30SNWH, BCCS30BBWHL, BCCS30CPWHL, BCCS30CMWHL, BCCS30SNWHL, BCCS30BBSS, BCCS30CPSS, BCCS30CMSS, BCCS30SNSS, BCCS30BBSSL, BCCS30CPSSL, BCCS30CMSSL, BCCS30SNSSL,  BCCS36BBSP,  BCCS36CMSP, BCCS36SNSP, BCCS36BBSPL, BCCS36CPSPL, BCCS36CMSPL, BCCS36SNSPL, BCCS36BBCB, BCCS36CPCB, BCCS36CMCB, BCCS36SNCB, BCCS30BBCBL, BCCS36CPCBL, BCCS36CMCBL, BCCS36SNCBL, BCCS36BBCM, BCCS36CPCM, BCCS36CMCM, BCCS36SNCM, BCCS36BBCML, BCCS36CPCML, BCCS36CMCML, BCCS36SNCML, BCCS36BBFB, BCCS36CPFB, BCCS36CMFB, BCCS36SNFB, BCCS36BBFBL, BCCS36CPFBL, BCCS36CMFBL, BCCS36SNFBL, BCCS36BBMB, BCCS36CPMB, BCCS36CMMB, BCCS36SNMB, BCCS36BBMBL, BCCS36CPMBL, BCCS36CMMBL, BCCS36SNMBL, BCCS36BBSS, BCCS36CPSS, BCCS36CMSS, BCCS36SNSS, BCCS36BBSSL, BCCS36CPSSL, BCCS36CMSSL, BCCS36SNSSL, BCCS36BBWH, BCCS36CPWH, BCCS36CMWH, BCCS36SNWH, BCCS36BBWHL, BCCS36CPWHL, BCCS36CMWHL, BCCS36SNWHL

Incidents/Injuries:

The firm has received 51 reports of flames or flares due to delayed gas ignition, including 7 reported minor burns.

Sold At:

Specialty appliance stores and kitchen equipment dealers nationwide from May 2015 through October 2017 for between $3,300 and $18,100.

Manufacturer(s):

Prizer-Painter Stove Works Inc., of Blandon, Pa.

Manufactured In:

U.S.

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