Meijer has announced a voluntary recall of Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks. No injuries have been reported, but a detached ball from the antennae was found in a child's crib. This prompted Meijer to voluntarily recall these items for the safety of the kids! The UPC's for these items are : 80640907401 (Yellow and Black Bumble Bee Slipper Socks) and 80640907402 (red and black Lady Bug Slipper Socks) The socks can be returned to any Meijer store for a complete refund. For … [Read more...]
Toy Story 3 Bowling Game – Recall
May 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Parents of small children, this ones for you. Toy Story, being such a popular movie has many toys that kids love. This one is no exception. This recall affects Toy Story 3 Bowling Game. The red paint that was used on the bowling pins contain some lead. This paint was tested, and it has been measured to be in excess of what is allowed. It is advised that consumers stop using the bowling pins immediately and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement set. Consumer Contact: … [Read more...]
Kohler Recall on Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt Riding Lawn Tractor Engines
May 11, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A wire connector on the engine can become disconnected causing the operator’s seat switch to fail. When this happens, the blades will not shut down, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. There have been no reported injuries to date. Description: This recall involves Kohler Courage twin-cylinder engines sold with three brands of lawn tractors: Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt. The vertical-shaft gasoline engines range in horsepower from 20 to 25. Engines included in this … [Read more...]
Recall on Infantino Toy Activity Trucks
April 19, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Troy the Activity Truck distributed by Infantino, LLC of San Diego California (made in China) recalled 40,500 units in the US and 1,900 in Canada. The plastic beads on the activity truck's bead runs can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Infantino has received 28 reports of the plastic beads detaching from the bead runs on the activity trucks, including two reports of young children gagging on the plastic beads. "Troy the Activity Truck," is blue, red and yellow with plastic … [Read more...]
Tylenol Recall
March 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
McNeil Consumer healthcare, along with Johnson & Johnson, has announced a recall today, March 29, 2011. They are recalling OTC (over the counter) Tylenol 8-hour extended release caps 150 count. The recall due to a musty /moldy odor being emitted from the bottles. The lot number recalled is ADMO74 with UPC code 300450297181. Consumers are advised to contact the company through it's website at Tylenol.com or call McNeill at 888-222-6036. … [Read more...]
Pogo Stick Recall
March 18, 2011 By Leave a Comment
I always wanted a Pogo Stick as a kid, but never did own one. Read on if you've purchased one in the past year, as there has been a massive recall. The recall affects Pogo Sticks distributed by Bravo Sports. The bottom of the stick's frame tube can break or come apart and a pin holding the spring in place can break, causing fall hazards or lacerations. There have already been 123 incidents and 9 injuries caused by faulty pogo sticks. Major safety concern. The recall was issued by … [Read more...]
Skippy Recalls Peanut Butter
March 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Unilever announced that Skippy Peanut Butter has been recalled because two varieties (reduced fat creamy & chunky) may have been contaminated with Salmonella. You know, that nasty bug that causes diarrhea, fever, abdominal pain that can last up to 7 days. They are recalling Skippy 16.3 oz REDUCED-FAT CREAMY peanut butter & the 16.3 oz REDUCED FAT-CHUNKY peanut butter sold in plastic jars. Sixteen states are affected: Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Iowa, Maine, … [Read more...]
Wellpet LLC recall!
March 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Wellpet LLC has decided to voluntarily recall specific lots of their canned cat food for containing less then acceptable levels of Thiamine. Thiamine is a necessary vitamin for cat health. Cats who have eaten these recalled cans are at risk of developing a Thiamine deficiency. Early signs of thiamine deficiency may include decreased appetite, salivation, vomiting, and weight loss. If caught early, thiamine deficiency can usually be reversed. The lots involved in this voluntary recall … [Read more...]
Busy Time Activity Center Recall
March 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There is a voluntary recall of Busy Time Activity Centers due to wooden pegs on the xylophone activity can come loose, posing a choking hazard to young children. There have been no reports of any children choking, only of one putting the pegs in his month. If you have one of these toys, please return it to the store you bought it at for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Manhattan Group for instructions on receiving a replacement item or a full refund. Manhattan Group at (800) … [Read more...]
Wooden Playpen Poses Hazards
March 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
AOSOM is conducting a voluntary recall of wooden playpens because they are posing risk of choking and lacerations. Areas where there are screws can crack or break and these small broken pieces can be ingested. "This recall involves AOSOM wooden playpens made from pine wood. The firm's logo "A" and "www.AOSOM.com" is stamped on the gate of the playpen. The following four models are included in this recall:" Chart and information provided by www.recalls.gov. If you have one of these … [Read more...]
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