Biggest TOY RECALL Listing

http://parenting.ivillage.com/slideshow/parenting/biggest_toy_recalls_of_2009/?nlcid=bt08-24-2009

RECALLS

1. Folding Toy Beach Chairs Recalled by Build-A-Bear Workshop Due to Laceration Hazard: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09220.html

2. HP Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09221.html

RECALLS April 8 2009

1. Stanley and Solarwide Industrial Recall Stud Sensors Due to Shock Hazard <http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09185.html>

2. Pacifiers Recalled by Healthtex Due to Choking Hazard <http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09186.html>

3. Simplicity Play Yards Recalled by Various Retailers Due to Fall and Entrapment Hazards <http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09187.html>

RECALLS March 4 2009

1. Children's Flip Flops Recalled by Alpargatas Due to Violation of Lead in Paint Standard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09137.html)

2. Nautilus Recalls Bowflex(r) Home Gyms Due to Risk of Injury (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09138.html)

RECALLS Feb. 20 2009

Old Navy Recalls Stuffed Toys; Button Eyes Can Detach and Pose a Choking Hazard to Young Children

Description: The stuffed animal and creature toys are made out of cotton and have plastic button eyes. They come in a variety of styles, such as a rabbit, penguin and reindeer. The recalled toys and style numbers are listed below:Type of Stuffed Toy and Style Number:Brown Plaid Creature (Stubby Stuberson) 612756Pink Striped Dove 600571Grey Dog 600572Hot Pink Creature (Lucy Toothy) 612800White Dog (Dr. Poopsie) 612738Brown Penguin 612672Light Pink Rabbit 612671Brown Reindeer 612728Dark Pink Rabbit (Honey O'Bunny) 612806The style number is located on a white label sewn into the side seam of the toy.Sold at: Old Navy stores and on the Web at www.oldnavy.com from July 2008 through February 2009 for between $6 and $10.Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled stuffed toy away from young children and return it to any Old Navy store for a full refund. If purchased online, contact Old Navy for instructions on returning the toy for a full refund. Consumers who return the toy before July 1, 2009 will also receive a $5 coupon toward a future Old Navy purchase.Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Old Navy toll-free at (866) 580-9930 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or between 12 p.m. and 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, visit the firm's Web site at www.oldnavy.com, or e-mail the firm at custserv@oldnavy.com

RECALLS Jan. 29 2009

1. The Land of Nod Recalls Children's Canopies Due to Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09108.html)

2. Outdoor Research Recalls Warming Gloves Due to Burn Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09110.html)

Peanut Butter Recall January 2009

Q. Is all peanut butter affected by the recall?
A. No. Since the Peanut Corp. of America does not sell directly to the public, jars of peanut butter are safe. The products affected are those that were supplied peanut butter or paste by the PCA.
Q. What products have been recalled?
A. Kellogg Co. confirmed Monday that their Austin Quality Foods Toasty Crackers with Peanut Butter was the first product sold to consumers that tested positive for salmonella. Kellogg’s has recalled all Austin and Keebler brand peanut butter crackers, Famous Amos Peanut Butter Cookies and Keebler Soft Batch Homestyle Peanut Butter Cookies.
Other recalled items include Little Debbie peanut butter crackers (but not their other peanut butter products); Kroger peanut butter ice cream; ZonePerfect and NutriPals bars with peanut butter; Meijer peanut butter crackers and ice cream; Walmart and Food Lion, Lofthouse, Chuck’s and Pastries Plus Gourmet Cookie peanut butter cookies; Perry’s and Wegmans peanut butter ice cream, Hy-Vee Inc. peanut butter cookies and candy; King Nut Co. institutional-size peanut butter; General Mills’ Larabar Peanut Butter Cookie bars and JamFrakas Peanut Butter Blisscrisp bars; CLIF and LUNA bars with peanut butter; and South Bend Chocolate Co.’s peanut butter fudge and candy. For a complete list, visit the Food and Drug Administration Web site at www.fda.gov.
Q. What products are safe?
A. The following companies have said their products are not affected by the recall: Lance Inc., Tasty Baking Co, Hershey Co. (which makes Reese’s), Mars, ConAgra Foods and Girl Scout Cookies.
Q. Are there particular batches of these products that we should check?
A. All batches of a recalled item should be considered unsafe at this time.
Q. Can I get a refund on these recalled products?
A. Most companies will offer refunds for recalled items, but you will need to contact them directly and should have your product handy for its identification code. For Kellogg’s, call (877) 869-5633, and for Little Debbie, call (800) 522-4499.
Q. If I own a product containing peanut butter that has not been addressed, what should I do with it?
A. The FDA advises consumers not to eat products containing peanut butter or paste until they are cleared. You can hold on to it and see if it is cleared or if you can get a refund.
Q. Where do I go for more information?
A. For news on the recall, visit the FDA Web site at www.fda.gov, or call the FDA at (888) INFO-FDA (1-888-463-6332).

RECALLS Jan 16 2009

1. Children's Sunglasses Recalled by Axiom Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09097.html)

2. Fisher-Price Recalls Simplicity's Rainforest(tm) Portable Play Yards Due to Fall and Entrapment Hazards (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09098.html)

3. CPSC, Manufacturers Announce Changes to 1998 Recall Program to Replace Dangerous Home Heating Vent Pipes (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09099.html)

4. Bosch(r) and Siemens(r) Model Dishwashers Recalled by BSH Home Appliances Corporation Due to Fire Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09100.html)

5. Infantino Expands Recall of Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09101.html)

RECALLS Jan 14, 2009

1. Toy Xylophones Recalled by The Land of Nod Due to Choking Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09095.html)

2. Giant Bicycle, Inc. Recalls Bicycles; Fork Can Break Causing Rider To Fall (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09096.html)

RECALL Nov 6 2008

Name of Product: Best Friends Yin Yang Necklaces Sets

Importer: Claire's Boutiques Inc., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.

Hazard: The recalled necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Description: This recall involves a set of two necklaces that have a silver-colored metal bead type chain and a lobster-claw clasp. One of the necklaces has a single, metal pendant with the word "Best" attached to a black, yin metal pendant. The other necklace has the word "Friends" attached to a white, yang metal pendant.

Sold at: Claire's stores nationwide from April 2007 through August 2008 for about $8.

Manufactured in: ChinaRemedy: Consumers should immediately take these recalled products away from children and return them to any Claire's store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Claire's at (866) 859-9281 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web sites at www.claires.com

RECALLS Nov 5 2008

1. Sherwin-Williams Co. Recalls Krylon UV Fabric Protector Due to Respiratory Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09036.html)

2. Toy Xylophones Recalled by King Import Warehouse Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09037.html)

3. OKK Trading Recalls Toy TVs Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09038.html)

RECALLS Oct 30 2008

1. Cybex International Recalls Treadmills Due to Fall Hazard; Can Speed Up Unexpectedly (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09026.html)

2. Ghost Tealight Holders Recalled by Trade Associates Group and Crate & Barrel Due to Fire and Burn Hazard(http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09027.html)

3. Halloween Figurines Recalled by Coyne's & Company for Lead Hazard(http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09028.html)

RECALLS 10/17/2008

1. Infant Death Prompts Recall of Convertible Cribs by Playkids USA; Crib Poses Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09015.html)

2. My Way Corp. Recalls Baby Walkers Due to Stairway Fall Hazard(http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09014.html)

RECALLS for Oct 1 2008

1. Wal-Mart Recalls General Electric Toasters Due to Fire and Shock Hazards (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08413.html)2. IKEA Recalls to Repair Chest of Drawers Due to Laceration Hazard(http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08414.html)3. Toy Boats Recalled by Buzz's Boatyard Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard(http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08415.html)

RECALLS Sept 18 2008

1. Simplicity Brand Drop Side Cribs Recalled By Various Retailers Due To Serious Entrapment And Suffocation Hazard To Infants and Toddlers (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08401.html)

2. Aqua Lung America Recalls Apeks Scuba Diving Regulators Due to Drowning Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08402.html)

RECALL Sept 12 2008 SIMPLICITY BASSINETS

1. Some Recalled Simplicity Bassinets Include Graco and "Winnie the Pooh" Brand (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08396.html)

RECALLS Sept 4 2008

1. Bicycles with Deda Forza Handlebar Stems Recalled by Deda Elementi Due to Crash Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08385.html)

2. Circo Children's Bobbie Socks Recalled Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08386.html)

3. Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes; Metal Clasp Can Break and Cause Facial and Body Injuries to Dog Owners (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08387.html)

4. Cordless Screwdrivers Recalled by Menards Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08388.html)

5. Optave Inc. Recalls Action Baby Carriers Due to Fall Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08389.html)

6. Pendants and Candle Charms Recalled Due to Risk of Lead Exposure (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08390.html)7. Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard (http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08391.html)

RECALLS Sept 2 2008

Bonne Bell Recalls Children's Cosmetics Accessory Bags Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Hazard: The metal clasps on the handle of the accessory bags contain excessive levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested and can cause adverse health effects.

Description: The recalled accessory bags are made of plastic and have a zipper and carrying handle. The bags come with an assortment of cosmetic products, which are not part of this recall. The model name and UPC numbers are located on the hangtag. The following recalled model names and UPC numbers are involved in this recall:

SMACKERS Sweet Treats Collection UPC 0 50051 50575 7
SMACKERS Sparkle & Shine Collection UPC 0 50051 50576 4
SMACKERS Glam It Up Collection UPC 0 50051 50577 1
BONNEBELL Natural Neutrals Collection UPC 0 50051 22640 9
BONNEBELL Pretty Pinks Collection UPC 0 50051 22641 6
BONNEBELL Fresh Pinks Collection UPC 0 50051 22642 3
BONNEBELL Glamorous Neutrals Collection UPC 0 50051 22643 0

Sold at: Retail stores nationwide and Bonne Bell’s Web site from September 2007 through August 2008 for about $9.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled accessory bag away from children and contact Bonne Bell for a replacement bag.

To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08382.html

RECALLS For August 29 2008

1. Infants Strangled to Death in Simplicity Bassinets: CPSC Urges Consumers To Stop Using Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 Convertible “Close-Sleeper” Models To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08378.html

2. Six Retailers Agree To Stop Sale and Recall Simplicity Bassinets Due To Strangulation Hazard To see this release on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08381.html

3. Countertop Water Dispensers Recalled by Greenway Home Products Due to Fire and Shock Hazards To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08376.html

4. Regal Lager Recalls to Repair Phil & Teds Strollers Due to Laceration Hazard To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08377.html

5. Children's Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi International Due to Strangulation Hazard To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08379.html

6. Wooden Infant Toys Recalled by Habermaass Corp. Due to Choking Hazard To see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08380.html

RECALL for August 27 2008

Stroller Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Hazard

Name of Product: Taggies(tm) Strollin' Along Stroller Activity Bars

Hazard: The shiny material on the elephant's ear on the activity bar can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Sold at: Specialty toy stores nationwide and on the Internet from February 2007 through July 2008 for about $23.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact International Playthings at (800) 445-8347 or visit the company's Web site at www.intplay.comTo see this recall on CPSC's web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08373.html