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Kolcraft Play Yard Recall

Linette Gerlach — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 02:46:24 +0000

Kolcraft Enterprises is recalling several brands of infant play yards. The play yards are being recalled because the side panels do not properly latch, and when a child leans on them they could collapse and cause an injury. There have been injuries reported with the play yards in question.

The brands affected include:

Kolcraft Travelin’ Tot
Care Bear
Carter’s
Contours
Eric Carle
Jeep
Sesame Street

Over one million of these play yards have been sold. You can find more information on specific model numbers being recalled, and images of the recalled play yards at US Recall News. If you have one of the affected units you can Kolcraft at (866) 594-4208 and they will send you a free repair kit.

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Magnetix Toy Violation Leads To Penalty

Linette Gerlach — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 03:36:51 +0000

We’ve talked about the dangers of Magnetix, and about the recalls here on Play Library before. Now the US Consumer Product Safety Commission announced that Mega Brands will pay a $1.1 million civil penalty for failing to provide necessary information on the potential hazards the toy poses to children.

The recalls and problems have been going on for a couple years, and involves over 1500 complaints of magnets falling out of their holders. Even though several of the building sets have been recalled, many have not been returned by consumers and are still out there causing a potential hazard. If you’re concerned you may have a Magnetiz building set in question you can find out more information here.

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Infantino Is Recalling Several Infant Toys

Linette Gerlach — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 17:51:01 +0000

Infantino is recalling several of their infant toys because of a choking hazard. The recalled toys have metallic fabric which can detach from the toy when chewed on and possibly cause a child to choke.

The toys being recalled include, Activity Stacker models 158-202, Lil’ Chef Set models 158-201 and 558-201, and the Tag Along Chime Trio models 150-3092.

No injuries have been reported, Infantino is recalling the toys as a precaution.

The toys in question were sold at Babies “R” Us, Target, Wal-Mart, Meijer and several other major retailers and specialty stores between June 2007 and February 2009.

To find out more information about this recall, call Infantino at 1-888-808-3111, or visit the

Infantino customer service website.

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Disney Stores is Recalling Handy Manny Tool Sets

Linette Gerlach — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 04:19:29 +0000

Disney Stores have issued a voluntary recall of their Handy Manny Tool Sets. The tool sets are sold exclusively at Disney Stores.

The tool sets are being recalled because some of the tools have eyes that can detach from the toy and create a choking hazard.

If you have the recalled product you should stop using it and return it to the Disney Store nearest you. You can find more information about the recall at DisneyShopping.com.

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The Peanut Butter Recall Is Expanding

Linette Gerlach — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 04:46:33 +0000

The peanut butter recall is expanding, it now includes 2 varieties of Little Debbie Sandwich Crackers, some Reeses products, Keebler Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies, Snack Packs of Famous Amos, Keebler Soft Batch Peanut Butter Cookies, and Ralcorp Frozen Bakery Products Peanut Butter Cookies who provides bakery items for grocery giants like Food Lion, and Wal Mart.

The recall is for specific states, but manufacturers say the products could have been redistributed to any state. If you have any of the products above, check on the specific recall dates and lots before consuming them.

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Guitars Used with Nintendo Wii Recalled Due to Chemical Burns

Susan Gunelius — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 20:38:00 +0000

A recall was announced today by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. 57,000 Rage Wireless Guitars used with the Nintendo Wii game system have been recalled due to a circuit board defect that can lead to chemical burns.

The wireless guitar game consoles are 31″ long and came in blue or white (see the pictures above). They were sold at mass merchandisers and specialty retailers across the United States from June 2008 – September 2008 and retailed for $40-$60. If you have one of these guitars, you should stop using it immediately, and return it to the store where you bought it for a full refund.

Follow the link to cpsc.gov for more details or visit www.pdp.com.

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Razor USA Recalls

Susan Gunelius — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 17:35:30 +0000

Razor USA has recalled two popular products for safety concerns.

First, the Four-Wheeled Razor Dirt Quad Electric Powered Ride-on Vehicles were recalled due to a faulty control module for the throttle that can unexpectedly fail and cause the vehicle to surge forward causing harm to the rider and bystanders. Abut 30,000 units are affected by the recall. You can follow the link to get full details and determine if you own a recalled Razor Ride-on.

Next, the Razor PowerWing Three-Wheeled Scooters were recalled because the undersides of the foot platforms could have dangerously sharp edges that could cause lacerations, which have been documented to require tendon surgery and stitches. This recall affects about 103,000 units. You can follow the link to get full details and determine if you own a recalled Razor Scooter.

Images: CSPC.gov

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Toy Recall – Fisher Price Learning Pots and Pans

Susan Gunelius — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:34:25 +0000

My triplets had the Fisher Price Learning Pots and Pans toy when they were younger. They loved it. In fact, they loved all of the Fisher Price Laugh and Learn toys they had. Unfortunately, the Fisher Price Learning Pots and Pans toy was recalled due to a potential choking hazard last week.

It appears that the colorful balls inside the blue pan can come out and pose a choking risk if the small screws on the bottom of the pan are not all in place and secure.

If your child has the Fisher Price Learning Pots and Pans toy, check the bottom of the blue pan. If all six screws are in place, then your toy should be fine. If any of the screws are missing, contact Fisher Price at 1-888-521-0820 or visit www.service.mattel.com.

You can read the complete recall announcement on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website.

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Fireworks Recalls – Have a Safe Independence Day

Susan Gunelius — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 16:50:57 +0000

It’s July 4th which means people in the United States will celebrate Independence Day today. With July 4th celebrations typically come fireworks, so I wanted to share information about two fireworks recalls from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Black Cat Fireworks (pictured below) have been recalled because unexpected debris can scatter that can hurt the user or bystanders.

Fireworks Over America fireworks (pictured below) have been recalled because the parachute connected to each unit can become entangled in power lines causing the potential for electrical shocks to the user and bystanders.

Follow the links above for more information about each recall.

Have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Images: CPSC.gov

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Swing Sets Recalled Sold Through Wal-Mart and Toys R Us

Susan Gunelius — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 22:02:09 +0000

If you bought a swing set and climber from Wal-Mart, Walmart.com or Toys R Us between January 2008 and May 2008 that looks like the picture below, it has been recalled by the Consumer Products Safety Commission due to 114 injuries from broken hangers that are supposed to hold the chains for the gliders.

The swing set recall notice states that customers should remove the gliders from the swing sets and contact the manufacturer to receive free replacement glider hangers and repair instructions.

For additional information, you can contact Backyard Leisure at (866) 546-7902 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, visit the company’s website at www.adventureplaysets.com, or email the company at custservice@adventureplayets.com

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