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Recalls

March 29, 1993
Hazard:

The tables under recall have red or black vinyl plastic caps under the table frame that may separate and present a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy:

Examine the table to determine whether the unit has the red or black vinyl plastic caps, and if so, remove the vinyl caps at once. For more information about this recall and to receive a replacement table frame that will permit the legs to be stored underneath the table, consumers may call BRIK Toy Company at 1-800-438-2745.

Units:

Approximately 50,000

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 438-2745
March 17, 1993
Hazard:

Flanders has informed CPSC that it has had reports of 26 incidents in which it is alleged that such a chair manufactured by Flanders collapsed. The Commission staff believes that the incidents occurred when the chairs broke in the area where the legs are joined to the frame. The failures reportedly cause the chair to collapse as the seat and leg sections separate.

Remedy:

Since identification of the manufacturer of a particular chair may be difficult after the chair has been in use over a significant period of time, owners are urged to inspect all chairs similar to those which are the subject of this warning.

These chairs may be inspected by using an easily obtainable three or four power magnifying glass, periodically checking for any cracking or separation around the area of the welds which join the seat and leg frame sections. The smallest visible crack or separation indicates that damage has begun. If damage is discovered, the chair should be immediately replaced or repaired.

Units:

About one million

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 638-2772
March 15, 1993
Hazard:

The cutting blades are not securely attached on the bottom of the frame, and if the device is used upside down, the cutting blades will be driven out of the frame and into the user's hands as the cutter is pushed down onto the potato. The cutter is not marked to indicate which side is up.

Remedy:

Consumers are urged to stop using the French Fry Cutters and return any bearing the name "Midwestern Home Products" to any Odd Lots/Big Lots store and any All For One store for a refund.

Units:

37,656

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 877-1253
March 10, 1993
Hazard:

If the side rails of the crib fold during use, an infant may become entrapped in the "V" where the side rails fold. The Commission has received three reports of infant deaths due to suffocation in these cribs. In each case an infant allegedly was found entrapped in a folded crib.

Remedy:

Consumers who have a Playskool Travel-Lite portable crib should immediately stop using it and call Kolcraft toll-free at 1-800-453-7673 for instructions on how to obtain a refund.

Units:

11,638

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 453-7673
March 04, 1993
Hazard:

The connecting extension cord is defective, presenting a potential electric shock or fire hazard.

Remedy:

Consumers should immediately stop using the affected flood lights and return them to the stores where they were purchased. Consumers will be provided a replacement, with a redesigned cord, free of charge.

Units:

Approximately 2,200

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 843-7488
March 04, 1993
Hazard:

Levels of lead in the red paint of each puzzle that exceeds government standards, presenting a safety hazard to children.

Remedy:

The Rooster, Vegetable and Garden Tools puzzles should be returned to the stores where purchased for an exchange. Puzzles ordered through U.S. Toy Company, Inc.'s home/parent and school catalogs should be returned to: U.S. Toy Company, Inc., 1227 East 119th St., Grandview, MO 64030 for an exchange and postage reimbursement.

Units:

Approximately 10,000

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (816) 761-5900
March 04, 1993
Hazard:

The seat component may either slide out of the slot in the chair base or may fall from its slotted position due to inadequate engagement between the seat and the base. Kids II (formerly Pansy Ellen Products) is aware of more than 400 such incidents. Minor injuries have occurred including bumps, cuts and bruises.

Remedy:

Consumers should examine their "Graduate Booster Seat," model #415. If the seat does not fit securely into the slots of the blue base, the consumer should immediately discontinue use of the product. The consumer can obtain a $5.00 partial refund by sending the white seat to: Kids II, Inc., 1245 Old Alpharetta Road, Alpharetta, GA 30202.

Units:

Approximately 680,000

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (678) 867-0761
February 24, 1993
Hazard:

When CPSC tested the trucks, the drivers and other truck parts separated, presenting a potential choking hazard to young children.

Remedy:

Consumers are urged to take the trucks away from young children immediately and return them to the stores where purchased for a full refund.

Units:

Approximately 9,100

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 829-2647
February 17, 1993
Hazard:

The Keds blue label, located at the heel of the shoe, can separate and be swallowed by an infant, possibly causing serious injury or death.

Remedy:

The Keds Corporation urges all parents to return the shoes to the retailer where purchased for a replacement pair or a full refund. If the blue label can be easily removed from the heel, parents are urged to do so before the shoes are returned to the store. If the label cannot be removed easily, keep the shoes away from young children until the shoes can be returned.

Units:

Approximately 20,000

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 334-7447
February 15, 1993
Hazard:

The dishwasher's timer may catch fire. There have been 30 reports of timer failures due to shorting out and overheating. Four units have developed fires resulting in smoke damage to the surrounding countertops and cabinets.

Remedy:

Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product. Do not donate or resell.

Units:

More than 300,000

Consumer Contact:
Phone: (800) 638-2772
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