Archive for December, 2010

BabyLegs Recalls Baby Socks and Leg Warmers with Heart Applique Due to Choking Hazard

The leg warmers and socks have a heart applique that can detach, posing a choking hazard to small children.

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admin on December 23rd 2010 in Recalls

Ceramic Banks Recalled by Oriental Trading Company Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

The yellow surface paint on the banks contains excessive levels of lead which is prohibited under federal law.

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admin on December 22nd 2010 in Recalls

Zoom Buggy Cars and Dream Pillow Stars Recalled by Kindermusik Due to Choking Hazard

The wheels on the Zoom Buggy cars and plastic beads on the Dream Pillow Star can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

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admin on December 22nd 2010 in Recalls

CPSC Approves Strong New Crib Safety Standards To Ensure a Safe Sleep for Babies and Toddlers

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) voted unanimously to approve new mandatory standards for full-size and non-full-size baby cribs as mandated by the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act of 2008 (CPSIA). The federal crib standards had not been updated in nearly 30 years and these new rules are expected to usher in a safer generation of cribs.

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admin on December 17th 2010 in Recalls

Girls’ Hooded Zip Jacket and Vest Sets with Drawstrings Recalled By Splendid Due to Strangulation Hazard

The hooded zip jackets and the vest sets have drawstrings through the hoods which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.

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admin on December 16th 2010 in Recalls

Toddler Girl Garments Recalled by American Eagle Outfitters Due to Choking Hazard

The metal clasp at the waistband can detach from the garment, posing a choking hazard to young children.

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admin on December 9th 2010 in Recalls

Circo Children’s Camping Combo Pack Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores

The floor of the tent failed a flammability test and poses a fire hazard.

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admin on December 7th 2010 in Recalls

The First Years(r) Recalls American Red Cross(r) Cabinet Swing Locks; Latches Can Fail to Prevent Access by Children

The installed latches can break and children could gain access to contents of a cabinet, posing the risk of exposure to hazardous items.

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admin on December 2nd 2010 in Recalls

Lowe’s Stores Recall to Repair Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds; Two Near Strangulations Involved Young Children

The shades and blinds pose a strangulation risk to children.

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admin on December 1st 2010 in Recalls

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