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August 2020 | Vol. XIX - No. 8


Recalled Toys

By TDmonthly Staff
August 2020

AUGUST 19, 2020
Pier 1 Recalls Three-Wick Halloween Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Pier 1 Recalls Three-Wick Halloween Candles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

The candle’s high flames can ignite the surface of the wax, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled candles and carefully cut all three wicks as short as possible to prevent other consumers from being able to use the candle.  Consumers should then discard the product in their household trash.

Units:

About 30,810
Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 638-2772
AUGUST 19, 2020
Lithonia Lighting Recalls to Repair CFMK Surface Mount Brackets Used with CPANL LEDs Due to Impact Hazard
Lithonia Lighting Recalls to Repair CFMK Surface Mount Brackets Used with CPANL LEDs Due to Impact Hazard

The brackets can fail to securely surface mount the CPANL LED and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using CPANL LEDs surface mounted with a CFMK Bracket and contact Lithonia Lighting for a free CFMK Bracket repair kit.  Consumers should prevent people from going into the immediate area under the fixtures until the brackets are repaired.

Units:

About 318,500 (in addition, about 11,600 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact:
Website:https://lithonia.acuitybrands.com/
Phone: (855) 307-2454
AUGUST 19, 2020
Signature Hardware Recalls Medicine Cabinets Due to Injury Hazard
Signature Hardware Recalls Medicine Cabinets Due to Injury Hazard

The mirror can detach and fall from the medicine cabinet door, posing an injury hazard.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately contact Signature Hardware to schedule a free in-home repair.

Units:

About 1,300
Consumer Contact:
Website:http://www.signaturehardware.com
Phone: (855) 715-1800
AUGUST 19, 2020
Hasbro Recalls Super Soaker XP 20 and XP 30 Water Blasters Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban; Sold Exclusively at Target
Hasbro Recalls Super Soaker XP 20 and XP 30 Water Blasters Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban; Sold Exclusively at Target

The decorative sticker on the water tank of the water blaster toys contain levels of lead in the ink that exceed the federal lead content ban.  Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Hasbro Inc. for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund.  Consumers will be asked to unscrew the tank from the blaster and return the tank to the manufacturer using a postage prepaid label, for a full refund.

Units:

About 52,900
Consumer Contact:
Website:https://shop.hasbro.com/en-us
Phone: (888) 664-3323
AUGUST 12, 2020
Active Brands Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
Active Brands Recalls Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury

The bicycle helmets do not comply with the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, posing a risk of head injury.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and return to the store where sold or contact Active Brands/Sweet Protection for a full refund.

Units:

About 300
Consumer Contact:
Website:http://www.sweetprotection.com
Phone: (800) 364-4385
AUGUST 12, 2020
CPSC and Crown Darts UK Warn Consumers to Stop Using and Dispose of Banned Lawn Dart Sets; Recalling Firm is Unable to Conduct Recall
CPSC and Crown Darts UK Warn Consumers to Stop Using and Dispose of Banned Lawn Dart Sets; Recalling Firm is Unable to Conduct Recall

Lawn darts are banned in the U.S. due to serious risks of skull punctures and other serious injuries, particularly to children.

Remedy:

Crown Darts UK is unable to conduct the recall.  Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn dart sets and destroy and dispose of them to prevent further usage.

Units:

About 19,400 darts (In addition, about 4,048 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 638-2772
AUGUST 12, 2020
Thule Recalls Strollers Due to Injury Hazard
Thule Recalls Strollers Due to Injury Hazard

The stroller’s handlebar can detach, posing an injury hazard to children.   

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Thule Group to arrange for the return of the product and to receive a free replacement Sleek stroller frame.

Units:

About 4,000 (In addition, about 880 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact:
Website:http://www.thule.com/recallthulesleek
Phone: (855) 929-3531
AUGUST 12, 2020
Intertex Recalls Blowers Due To Fire Hazard
Intertex Recalls Blowers Due To Fire Hazard

The utility outlets on the side of the blowers are not protected by a circuit breaker.  If the outlet becomes overloaded or short-circuited, it could overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the convenience outlets on the side of the recalled blowers and contact Intertex for a free repair.  Consumers with recalled units will receive a free cordset adapter with an integrated circuit breaker.

Units:

About 189,000 (In addition, about 8,153 were sold in Canada)
Consumer Contact:
Website:http://www.b-air.com
Phone: (800) 465-7300





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