• Ghost Tealight Holders from Trade Associates Group and Crate & Barrel due to fire and burn hazard
• Halloween Figurines from Coyne’s & Company due to lead hazard
• Zipper-Covered Foam Core Mattresses from Serta International due to violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard
• Lighters from YMCA Trading due to potential burn hazard to children
• Gaming System Batteries and Recharging Station from LeapFrog due to burn hazard
• Fiesta recalls to inspect and repair Gas Grills due to fire and burn hazards
• Infant death prompts recall to repair 600,000 Drop Side Cribs By Delta Enterprise; spring peg failure can cause entrapment and suffocation hazards
• Infant Death prompts recall to repair 985,000 Delta Enterprise Drop Side Cribs; missing safety pegs can cause entrapment and suffocation hazards

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* 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.

Two infants have died of strangulation, after being trapped in the metal bars of bassinets made by Simplicity. The (CPSC) is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using convertible these “close-sleeper/bedside sleeper” bassinets because of the high safety risk.

Simplicity, Inc. has been bought by SFCA Inc., which has refused to recall the products, saying that they are not responsible for products manufactured by Simplicity before the take-over. However, several retailers have issued their own recalls of the bassinets. These stores have also stopped selling the affected models. If you have purchased the recalled products at these stores, contact them to return the bassinet and receive a refund or store credit. You can see the list of stores and recalled model numbers at the CPSC.  

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* Regal Lager Recalls to Repair Phil & Teds Strollers Due to Laceration Hazard

Name of Product: Phil & Teds e3 Single Buggy, e3 Twin Buggy and sport v1 Single Buggy Strollers, sold at baby furniture and baby products stores nationwide from August 2003 through August 2008 for between $400 and $650.

The stroller’s hinge locking mechanism poses a laceration hazard to the user folding and unfolding the strollers. There have been reports of consumers injuring their fingers on the mechanism.

Description: The recalled single strollers all have metal frames with three wheels, a cloth seat and canopy. The twin strollers have a metal frame with four wheels, side-by-side cloth seats and double sun canopies. The strollers were sold in a variety of colors including red, orange, green, black, charcoal and navy. The Phil & Teds logo is located on the crotch piece of the harness.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the strollers immediately. Contact Regal Lager toll-free at (877) 242-5676 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.regallager.com to obtain a free hinge cover repair kit and instructions.

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* Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets with Drawstrings Recalled by Orioxi International Due to Strangulation Hazard

Name of Product: Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets, sold at “Shirt off My Back” retail stores located in Colorado, Wyoming, and Michigan from September 2005 through May 2008 for between $20 and $30.

Hazard: The sweatshirts and jackets have drawstrings through the hood which pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (pdf) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstring in upper garments, such as jackets and sweatshirts.

Description: The recalled garments were sold in children’s sizes small, medium and large in the following colors: white, ivory, red, black, navy, brown, green, charcoal, blue, and pink. “BAC” is printed on the sewn-in tag on some of the garments. “Breckenridge”, “Keystone”, “Jackson Hole”, “Vail”, “Steamboat”, and “Mackinac Island” is printed on the front of the garments.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard. Consumer can return the garments to the place of purchase for a refund. You can contact the Outfitter Trading Company at (800) 875-4352 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.shirtoffmyback.com

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* Wooden Infant Toys Recalled by Habermaass Corp. Due to Choking Hazard

Name of Product: Wooden Puzzles, Infant Rattles, Pacifier Holders, and Stroller Toys, made by Habermaass Corp. Inc., of Skaneateles, N.Y., and sold at specialty toy stores nationwide and at specialty online retailers from January 2002 through August 2008 for between $10 and $35.

Hazard: The wooden rattles, pacifier holders, and stroller toys contain small pieces including glued on mirrors and/or prisms that can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. The head of the ladybug puzzle pieces also poses a choking hazard.

Description: The puzzles, rattle toys, pacifier holders, and stroller toys are wooden. “HABA” is printed on them. You can see photos and specific descriptions of all the toys involved in this recall at the CPSC.

* Stroller Activity Bars Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking Hazard

Name of Product: Taggies™ Strollin’ Along Stroller Activity Bars, distributed by International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, N.J., sold at specialty toy stores nationwide and on the Internet from February 2007 through July 2008 for about $23.

Description: This recall involves the Taggies™ Strollin’ Along stroller activity bars. The multicolored, fabric, and plastic activity bars feature a yellow giraffe, a purple hippo and a blue elephant attached to a 12” long elliptical base with straps that attach to a stroller. The Taggies™ and Earlyears® logos are located on woven and satin labels sewn into the seam on the lower left front of the activity bar.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the activity bars and contact International Playthings (800) 445-8347 or at www.intplay.comfor a free replacement toy.

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This summary of recent product recalls issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission includes lighting fixtures, pacifiers and baby toys, and a vacuum attachment.

* Indoor Lighting Fixtures made by Lithonia Lighting of Conyers, Ga.

Hazard: A thermal protector could be missing from the lighting fixtures, posing a risk of overheating and fire.

Description: The recalled fixture is a ceiling-mounted downlight. Model number LV3R is included in this recall and is printed on a UL label inside the light’s housing. Sold at electrical distributors and electrical sales representatives nationwide from April 2007 through May 2008 for between $60 and $80.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the lighting fixtures and contact Lithonia Lighting to arrange for a free replacement fixture.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Lithonia Lighting at (800) 315-4935 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.lithonia.com. More information from the CPSC.

* It’s My Binky’s Personalized Pacifiers by It’s My Binky, of Henderson, Nev.

Hazard: The pacifier button, ring handle and shield with nipple can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants.

Description: The recalled pacifiers have “Japlo” imprinted on the front of the pacifier shield at the bottom, center. The pacifiers were sold in blue, white and pink with various words or designs printed on the button of the pacifier. Text and symbols are printed on the recalled Japlo pacifiers.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact It’s My Binky toll-free at (888) 689-9444 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday PT or visit the firm’s website at www.itsmybinky.com or e-mail Danielle Riiber at Danielle@itsmybinky.com

More information, including samples of printed text, the CPSC.

* Dirt Devil Vacuum Power Brush Attachment Tools by TTI Floor Care North America, of Glenwillow, Ohio

Hazard: Plastic pieces inside the vacuum tool can break apart and be ejected, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: TTI Floor Care has received 140 reports of incidents involving the recalled vacuum tool, including 12 reports of injuries. Those consumers reported minor eye or skin injuries and one thumb injury.

Description: The recalled Dirt Devil Turbo Tool/Power Brush attachment was sold as an accessory with the some Dirt Devil vacuum models. The accessories were sold nationwide from April 2007 through April 2008 for between $60 and $170 for the vacuum cleaner, including accessory tools.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Dirt Devil accessory tool and contact the firm to receive a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact TTI Floor Care at (800) 245-2296 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.dirtdevilturbotool.com

More information, including models, at the CPSC.

* Santorini Chairs by Cost Plus Inc., of Oakland, Calif.

Hazard: The seat weld can fail and allow the chair to collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Description: This recall involves Santorini outdoor stacking chairs. The black metal chairs have vertical bars on the back and horizontal bars across the base. The chairs were sold at Cost Plus and World Market stores nationwide from January 2008 through April 2008 for about $50.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs with side weld joints and return them to any Cost Plus or World Market store for a full refund or exchange. Chairs with rear weld joints are not included in this recall. To identify if the chair is part of this recall consumers should locate the seat base weld on the underside of the chair. Weld joints located on the sides of the seat are included in this recall.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cost Plus toll-free at (877) 967-5362 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET daily, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.worldmarket.com

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* Bright Starts Ring Rattles distributed by Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.

Hazard: The tip of the rattle’s antenna, which is attached to a bee figure, can detach and pose a choking hazard to small children.

Description: The soft toy rattle is a bee with a yellow head, ring-shaped green body, blue/green wings and purple/red antennas. Model number 8534 and date code PA8 are printed on a sewn-in label on the bee’s head. The rattle was sold at nationwide from January 2008 through June 2008 for about $2-3.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from small children and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement rattle.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.kidsii.com

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* Jardine Enterprises announced a voluntary recall of more than 25 models of their cribs. The crib slats and spindles on these models can break, leaving gaps which pose strangulation and entrapment dangers for infants and young children. Forty-two reports of the slats and spindles breaking have been reported. Four children have become trapped as a result.

The photo above is just an example of the cribs that are being recalled by Jardine. The CPSC has the model numbers, descriptions and dates when the cribs were first sold, as well as information on what to do if you have one of these recalled cribs.

* Stanley Furniture is also recalling some of their cribs. In this case, there is a possibility that the cribs do not meet federal safety standards for crib dimensions. “When the mattress support is in the middle setting, the space between the mattress and the crib could be too wide, posing an entrapment hazard to infants.” This recall is for the full size 2nd Nature Built to Grow cribs, model number 353-14-220. Visit the CPSC for more information.

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* Bosch Hammer Drills sold at Menards and other hardware retailers and industrial distributors from July 2007 through April 2008 for about $100. There is a risk of injury to users because the drill can continue to operate after the trigger has been released. Click here for more information.

* Infant and Toddler Gingham and Flannel Overalls/Shortalls made by Sara Lynn Togs and sold at college bookstores, fan stores, children’s boutiques, and gift shops from March 2007 through February 2008. Sizes included are 6/9 month, 12 month, 18 month, 2T, 3T, & 4T. There is a choking hazard for young children from the buttons detaching from the shoulder straps. Click here for more information.

* Playsafe Spinning Quad Merry-Go-Rounds with four yellow plastic seats and black and silver metal bars. These were made by Pacific Cycle Inc., and sold by Toys R Us between January 2008 through March 2008. The inner bearing on the merry-go-round can fail, causing the seat assembly to suddenly drop to the ground. This poses a fall hazard to children riding the merry-go-round. Click here for more information.

* Ceiling-mounted International Series Indoor Light Fixtures from Progress Lighting with metal hardware and frosted white glass. A cable that supports the light fixture from the ceiling can fail, causing the fixture to fall and injure anyone nearby. The fixtures were sold by electrical/lighting distributors and The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2005 through March 2008. Click here for more information, including model numbers.

* “Remy” Shag Rugs sold by Crate and Barrel from January 2007 through April 2008. The large rugs fail to meet federal standards for flammability and could ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. The small rugs fail to meet federal labeling requirements. Click here for more information, including SKU numbers of recalled products.

* Camouflage Pajama Sets sold by The Children’s Place from December 2006 to January 2008. Recalled are long- and short-sleeved pajama sets with a blue shirt with a red screen print that reads “Athletics 90” and coordinating camouflage pants, in boys’ sizes XXS (2/3) to XL (14). The screen print on the The screen print on the shirt contains excess levels of lead. Click here for more information.

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* Children’s Storage Bins Sold at Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Name of Product: Children’s Storage Bins

Description: The recalled storage bins are wooden with scalloped edges and were sold in pastel green or pink. Item number 226782 (pastel green storage bin) or 226781 (pink storage bin) is located on the bottom of the storage bin. No other storage bins or colors are included in this recall.

Sold at: Lowe’s retail outlets nationwide from March 2007 through February 2008 for about $6.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled storage bins away from children and return them to any Lowe’s store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact L G Sourcing toll-free at (866) 493-6563 anytime, or visit www.lowes.com 

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* Baby Bottle and Food Warmers Recalled by Munchkin Due to Fire Hazard

Name of Product: Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmers

Manufacturer: Munchkin Inc., of North Hills, Calif.

Hazard: The bottle and food warmers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: Munchkin has received nine reports of units overheating, several of which ignited, causing damage to countertops. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves the Munchkin Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmer with Pacifier Cleaning Basket 2-in-1 Design, model #13301 and lot number TP-1487. The product is used to warm food and bottles of various sizes. The set includes a main basket, a lift-out basket, an adapter ring, and a measuring cup. “Munchkin” is located on the front of the warmer and “TP-1487” is located on the bottom. Only warmers bearing lot number “TP-1487” are included in this recall.

Sold at: Various retailers nationwide and company’s catalog from June 2007 through April 2008 for about $20.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using bottle and food warmers with lot number TP-1487 immediately and contact Munchkin to receive a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact customer service toll-free at (866) 619-8673 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.munchkin.com

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* Onward Manufacturing Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

Name of Product: Broil King Gas Grills

Manufacturer: Onward Manufacturing Co., of Ontario, Canada

Hazard: The bottom of the cook box that contains the burners can melt or crack as a result of a grease fire. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Description: This recall includes the Signet, Sovereign and Sovereign XL series gas grills.

Signet series
(model #’s starting with 986xxx)
400 sq. inch cooking surface with 3 burners and drop-
down shelves; includes models with side and rear burners

Sovereign series
(model #’s starting with 987xxx)
450 sq. inch cooking surface with 3 burners and drop-
down shelves; includes models with side and rear burners.

Sovereign XL series
(model #’s starting with 988xxx)
600 sq. inch cooking surface with 4 burners and drop-
down shelves.

The model number can be located on the back panel of the grill.

Sold at: Independent retailers nationwide from February 2006 through April 2008 for between $450 and $700.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the grill immediately and contact Onward Manufacturing for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For further information, visit the firm’s Web site at www.broilkingbbq.com or call toll-free at (866) 434-7455 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

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* Wal-Mart Recalls Candle Holders Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards

Name of Product: Holiday Times Candleholders

Hazard: The candle holders could tip over, posing a fire hazard. Also, the glass holder could break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Description: This recall involves three Holiday Times candle holders shaped as a Santa Claus, a snowman, and a goblet. The goblet is made of glass. A tea light candle sits inside the holders. “Holiday Times” is printed on the product hang tag.

Sold exclusively at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from September 2007 through February 2008 for between $13 and $17.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to Wal-Mart for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company’s Web site at www.walmartstores.com.

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* A.O. Smith Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards

Name of Product: Natural and Propane Gas Water Heaters

Manufacturer: A.O. Smith Water Products Co., of Ashland City, Tenn.

Hazard: The water heater’s flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the venting unit, posing a fire hazard. Also, the water heater’s exhaust can leak into the surrounding room, posing a carbon monoxide hazard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves 75 gallon natural and propane gas water heaters. ‘A.O. Smith’ or ‘State’ is printed on the side of the unit. A.O. Smith and State model and serial numbers included in this recall are listed in the chart below. Model and serial numbers are printed on the water heater’s rating plate.

Brand Name
Model Number
Serial Number Ranges

A.O. Smith
FCG-75 300
L07A071460 through
L07A144966
or
M07A009387 through
M07A072884

FCG-75 301

State
GS6 75 XRR S

GS6 75 CRR S

Sold by: Independent contractors and plumbers nationwide from November 2007 through January 2008 for between $1,000 and $2,500.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled water heater and contact A.O. Smith to arrange for a free repair.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact A.O. Smith toll-free at (866) 880-4661 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT, or visit the firm�s Web site at www.hotwater.com

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* Cabot Recalls Composite Deck Cleaner Due to Inhalation and Fire Hazard

Name of Product: Cabot Composite Deck Cleaner

Distributor: Cabot Stains (a division of Valspar Corp.), of Newburyport, Mass.

Hazard: One of the components of the composite cleaner can react with metal foil residue on the packaging, releasing heat and chlorine gas. This poses a fire and inhalation hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Cabot has received one report of the composite cleaner’s plastic container partially melting and emitting a chlorine odor. No injuries were reported.

Description: This recall involves the Cabot Composite Deck Cleaner #3502. The deck cleaner is a granular concentrate that, when mixed with water, is used to clean composite surfaces such as decks, railings, steps, fences and siding. It was sold in a 2-pound plastic container. The label on the container reads: ‘Cabot Composite Cleaner’ and has number 3502 at the bottom of the front of the label.

Sold at: Home improvement centers and hardware stores nationwide from February 2007 through February 2008 for about $20.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store of purchase for a full refund. If the container looks deformed or if it feels hot to the touch, immediately call Cabot anytime to arrange for the safe handling of the product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cabot at (877) 755-3336, or visit the company’s Web site at www.cabotstain.com/recall (pdf)

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* Master Lock Recalls Lock and Leash(tm) Locks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Name of Product: Lock and Leash™ Locks

Importer: Master Lock, of Oak Creek, Wis.

Manufacturer: Fullyear-Brother Enterprise Co. Ltd, of Taiwan

Hazard: Red surface paint on the locks contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Description: This recall involves red Lock and Leash™ locks with model number 1551D. The locks have a matching red coiled cable used to anchor items. Master Lock® is printed in white above the combination display. Other colors are not affected by this recall.

Sold at: Hardware stores and Internet retailers from March 2007 through January 2008 for about $8.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled locks and return them to Master Lock Company Return Goods c/o All in One Warehouse, 2050 North Smokey Lane, Suite B, Nogales, AZ 85621 for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Master Lock at (800) 464-2088 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT or visit the firm’s Web site at www.masterlock.com (pdf)

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* Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard

Distributor: Salton Inc., of Lake Forest, Ill.

Hazard: The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.

Description: This recall involves the chrome two-slice electric toasters sold under the following brands: Farberware (model # FCT200 or FCT100), Hoffritz (model # HZT2 and HZT2M), and Russell Hobbs (model #RH2MT). The brand name and model number are printed on a plate located on the underside of the toaster.

Sold by: Online and retail liquidators nationwide from January 2000 through December 2007 for between $40 and $50.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the toaster immediately, unplug it, and cut off the power cord where it enters the body of the toaster. Consumers who return the power cord in the prepaid envelope that will be provided will receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: Contact Salton at (800) 233-9054 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.esalton.com.

* Progress Lighting Recalls Ceiling-Mounted Outdoor Light Fixtures; Lights Can Fall Off Mounting and Injure Consumers

Name of Product: Progress Lighting Outdoor Ceiling Light Fixtures

Hazard: A weld that affixes a mounting bracket to the ceiling pan can fail, which can cause the fixture to fall and injure nearby persons.

Incidents/Injuries: Progress Lighting has received six reports of fixtures falling. No property damage or injuries have been reported.

Description: Only Progress Lighting ceiling-mounted outdoor light fixtures with model numbers P5526-20 and P5526-44 are included in the recall. The light fixtures have three flame-shaped lights inside a beveled glass and solid frame. The fixtures require (3) 60-watt light bulbs. “Made in/Hecho En/Fabrique Aux China” and the model numbers are written on the packaging of the product.

Sold at: Electrical and lighting distributors nationwide from January 2007 through November 2007 for about $200.

Remedy: Consumers should contact Progress Lighting to schedule a free repair of the lighting fixture.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Progress Lighting toll-free at (866) 418-5543 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.progresslighting.com

* Galison/Mudpuppy Recalls Wire Bound Journals and Calendars Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Name of Product: Wire-O Bound Journals and Calendars

Units: About 90,000

Manufacturer: Galison/Mudpuppy, of New York, N.Y.

Hazard: The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the journals contains excessive levels of lead, which violated the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled journals are spiral bound journals, activity books, and calendars sold in a variety of styles, sizes and colors. Galison or Mudpuppy and the ISBN numbers are printed on the back cover of the calendars/journals. Calendars/journals included in the recall are listed below:

ISBN Style Number                               Style Name

Galison List Journals
978-0-7353-1952-3   Next Great Idea (Black) List Journal
978-0-7353-2050-5   Hiroshige Waves List Journal
978-0-7353-2051-2   Nature’s Cabinet Butterflies List Journal
978-0-7353-1934-9   Chinese Peony List Journal
978-0-7353-1949-3   Toffee Dots List Journal
978-0-7353-1951-6   Toffee Stripes List Journal
978-0-7353-1933-2   William Morris Clover List Journal
978-0-7353-1950-9   Porch Florals List Journal

Galison Prose Journals
978-0-7353-1925-7   Next Great Idea (Black) Prose Journal
978-0-7353-2052-9   Hiroshige Waves Prose Journal
978-0-7353-2053-6   Nature’s Cabinet Butterflies Prose Journal
978-0-7353-1926-4   Chinese Peony Prose Journal
978-0-7353-1930-1   Toffee Dots Prose Journal
978-0-7353-1932-5   Toffee Stripes Prose Journal
978-0-7353-1929-5   William Morris Clover Prose Journal
978-0-7353-1931-8   Porch Florals Prose Journal

Galison Perpetual Calendar
978-0-7353-0793-3   Chocolate Dots Perpetual Calendar

Mudpuppy Specialty Journals
978-0-7353-2061-1   Are We There Yet? Journal
978-0-7353-2171-7   Get Crafty Journal
978-0-7353-1506-8   Happy Camper Journal
978-0-7353-0604-2   Road Trip Journal
978-0-7353-0670-7   Things to Do in the Meantime Journal
978-0-7353-0619-6   Camp Fun Journal
978-0-7353-0882-4   My Travel Journal

Sold at: Specialty and gift stores nationwide and on-line from August 2003 through December 2007 for between $7 and $10.

Remedy: Consumers should remove the back cover of the calendars/journals with the ISBN barcode number and contact Galison for instructions on returning the back cover for a refund. The journals/calendars should be discarded.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Galison/Mudpuppy at (800) 670-7441 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm�s Web site at www.galison.com or e-mail the firm at safety@galison.com

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* Munire Furniture Recalls Cribs Due to Fall Hazard

Name of Product: Majestic Curved Top and Flat Top Cribs, Essex Cribs, Brighton/Sussex Cribs and Captiva Cribs

Importer: Munire Furniture Inc., of Piscataway, N.J.

Hazard: The cribs fail to meet the federal safety standards for cribs. The four support brackets on the mattress support spring are too long. The brackets prevent the spring from lowering to the full 26 inch minimum height in its lowest position, allowing children inside to crawl over the railing, posing a fall hazard.

Description: The cribs are wooden. The recalled cribs include: Majestic Curved Top cribs with model number 9500; Majestic Flat Top cribs with model number 9000; Essex cribs with model number 7100; Brighton/Sussex cribs with model number 9100 and Captiva cribs with model number 5100. Only cribs with manufacture dates between November 1, 2005 and November 1, 2007 are included in the recall. The crib model number is printed on the white label on the bottom inside of the right side rail. The crib manufacture date is printed on either the white label near the model number or on the white label located on the bottom of the headboard. Cribs with a green sticker on the mattress frame are not included in the recall.

For more information, go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08202.html

* Children’s Metal Jewelry Recalled by Pecoware Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

Name of Product: Children’s Metal Necklaces

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

Description: The recalled necklaces include a cat with silver and pink rhinestones, a heart and lock with pink rhinestones, a silver colored heart with a rhinestone crown, and a silver colored lock and key. The necklaces hang from silver colored chains.

For more information, go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08200.html

* Family Dollar Recalls Magnetic Dart Boards; Ingested Magnets Pose Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards

Name of Product: FUN ‘N SAFE Magnetic Dart Boards

Hazard: Small magnets at the ends of the darts can detach. Magnets found by young children can be swallowed or aspirated. If more than one magnet is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other and cause intestinal perforations or blockages, which can be fatal.

Description: The magnetic dart board has a black, white, green and red bullseye checkered design and was sold with six magnetic darts. The darts magnetically adhere to the dart board when thrown. “Made in China” is embossed on the back of the board.

For more information, go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08201.html

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*** Voluntary Recall of American Honda Motor Corp. LAWN MOWERS Due to Laceration Hazard

Name of Products: Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers

Hazard: The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control
lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal
safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious
laceration hazard to consumers.

Learn more about this recall here.

*** Voluntary Recall of BICYCLE HELMETS by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard

Name of Product: Specialized Bicycle Helmets

Hazard: The helmets fail testing required under CPSC’s safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall.

Learn more about this recall here.

** Voluntary Recall of “Soldier Bear” Toys by AAFES Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Name of Product: Soldier Bear Toys

Hazard: The surface paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Learn about this recall here.

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