Recalls - 08.17.12
BUNK BEDS
PBteen is recalling Beadboard Bunk Beds sold nationwide from October 2011 to February 2012.
The front upper horizontal panel on the bunk beds can crack or break, posing a risk of injury.
Consumers should contact PBteen at 855.217.5223 between 7 AM and midnight ET to receive a free, in-home installation of a replacement panel.
CRIB FRINGE
Babylicious Products Inc. is recalling Crib Fringe sold nationwide from January 2006 to May 2012.
The narrow fabric strip connecting individual fabric triangles presents a strangulation hazard.
It is designed to be attached to the side rail of a crib or along window valences or curtain rods.
The product was sold in a variety of colors and patterns and with two fringes in each package.
Consumers should contact Babylicious at 855.684.8399 from 9 AM to 5 PM PT Monday through Friday or visit www.babylicious.ca/recall to receive a refund.
CEILING FANS
Emerson Air Comfort is recalling Emerson Corsair Ceiling Fans sold nationwide from January 2009 to June 2012.
The ceiling fan’s hanger bracket can spread apart due to heat from the motor and/or out-of-balance operation, causing the fan to fall from the ceiling.
This recall involves Emerson “Corsair” model ceiling fans with two blades and 44- or 52-inch blade spans.
The fans were sold in two finishes, oil-rubbed bronze and antique pewter.
Consumers should contact Emerson Air Comfort Products at 866.994.8759 between 8 AM through 4:30 PM CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.emersonfans.com to schedule a free repair.
PET MATS
World Class Inc. is recalling Comfort Pad Mats sold exclusively at www.amazon.com from July 2011 to March 2012.
The heated mats have poor wiring and construction, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard.
This recall involves “GSI electronic 50W indoor pet heating comfort pad mats” with model number GKC2G002.
Consumer should contact World Class at 888.941.5079 between 10 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Thursday to receive a full refund.
MACHETES
Gerrber® Bear is recalling Grylls Parang Machetes sold nationwide from January 2011 to June 2012.
A weakness in the area where the handle meets the blade can cause the handle or the blade to break during use, posing a laceration hazard.
The handle is a dark gray textured rubber grip with wrist lanyard, orange trim and a stylized “BG” on it.
The blade is marked with the “GERBER®“ trademark and a stylized Bear Grylls trademark.
Model numbers are: 31-000698, which has “Survival Series” printed on the package; and 31-001507, which was sold only at Walmart.
Model number 30-0006010 is for the Apocalypse Survival Kit, which includes a Parang machete among other items in a foldable black cloth case with “GERBER” printed in orange on the inside right.
Consumers should contact Gerber Legendary Blades at 877.314.9130 between 9 AM and 5 PM PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.gerbergear.com to receive a free replacement.
BUMBO BABY SEATS
Bumbo International is recalling Bumbo Baby Seats sold nationwide from August 2003 to August 2012.
Babies can maneuver out of or fall from the Bumbo seat, posing a risk of serious injuries.
The bottom of the Bumbo seat is round and flat with a diameter of about 15 inches.
On the front of the seat in raised lettering is the word “Bumbo” with the image of an elephant on top.
The bottom of the seat has the following words: “Manufactured by Bumbo South Africa Material: Polyurethane World Patent No. PCT: ZA/1999/00030.“
Consumers should install a free repair kit obtained by visiting www.recall.BumboUSA.com or calling 866.898.4999 between 8 AM and 5 PM CT Monday through Thursday and between 8 AM and 12:30 PM CT on Friday, which includes: a restraint belt with a warning label, installation instructions, safe use instructions and a new warning sticker.
SNAP BRACELETS
Toysmith is recalling Animal Snap Bracelets sold nationwide from September 2011 to February 2012.
The metal snap band can wear through the fabric covering resulting in exposing sharp edges and posing a laceration hazard.
This recall includes Animal Snap Bracelets in assorted metallic fabrics with animal figures.
Manufacturing date codes between 07.11 and 01.12 are printed on a sewn-in label found on the inside of the bracelet.
A round paper tag is attached to the product with the product name, Toysmith information, the words “Item # 2360 Animal Snap Bracelet,“ SKU number and bar code.
Consumers should return the product to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Consumers can also contact Toysmith at 800.356.0474 between 8 AM and 5 PM PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.toysmith.com.
CANON CAMERAS
Canon is recalling EOS Rebel T4i Digital SLR Cameras sold nationwide from June 2012 to July 2012.
A chemical used in the camera’s rubber grips can result in a reaction that changes the grips from black to white and poses a risk of skin irritation.
This recall involves EOS Rebel T4i digital SLR cameras with a 12.digit serial number that contain a second digit that is a “3” or “4” and a sixth digit that is a “1.“
Serial numbers are printed on the bottom of the camera.
Consumers should contact Canon at 855.902.3277 between 8 AM to midnight ET Monday through Friday, 10 AM to 8 PM ET Saturday, or visit www.usa.canon.com to have replacement rubber grips installed free of charge.
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