The regulator on the heater/cooker malfunctions when a user switches from a cooking to heating option, or vice versa, the gas propane turns to liquid, which can flare easily and pose a fire hazard.
The dual use heater/cooker consists of a single large ceramic burner with a metal stand. It measures 9 inches by 10.25 inches by 4.5 inches. It has a fitting below the burner for a propane bottle of either 16.4 oz. or 14...
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact the company for information about how to return the product and receive a full refund.June 13, 2013
Nourison Recalls Rugs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
The rugs fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
This recall involves Nourison-branded I-CANDI collection polyester shag rugs. They were sold in one color, denim, consisting of a mix of dark blue, light blue and grey shades. The rugs measure 5 by 7 feet and 7 feet 6 in...
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled rugs and contact Nourison for instructions on how to return the rug for a full refund or replacement, including shipping.May 23, 2013
Insolroll Recalls Roller Shades with Solar and Rechargeable Motors Due to Fire Hazard
The motor of these roller shades has a built-in lithium battery that can overheat while being charged, posing a fire risk.
The recall includes Insolroll roller shades available with a solar powered motor (model #IN-SOL-R) or rechargeable motor (model #IN-RCG-R). The model numbers are printed on the body of the motor located inside the roller...
Insolroll Window Shading Systems, of Louisville, Colo.Consumers should immediately unplug the solar panel charger or unplug the plug-in charger and contact your Insolroll dealer to receive a free replacement motor and installation instructions. If dealer unknown, contact Insolroll for a list of dealers.May 22, 2013
Kubota Recalls Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The fuel tank's pressure relief valve can malfunction, causing the tank to expand and rub against the transmission drive belt and drive cooling fan. This can wear a hole in the fuel tank and cause a fuel leak, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves orange-colored Kubota ZG100 Series Zero Turn riding mowers with the following model and serial numbers: Model ZG124E with serial numbers between 10002 and 12179, Model ZG123S with serial numbers betw...
Kubota Manufacturing of America Corp., of Gainesville, Ga.Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact Kubota for a free repair. Kubota is contacting its customers directly.May 21, 2013
Avon Recalls Microwave Popcorn Maker Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; New Instructions Provided
When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
This recall involves Avon's Microwave Popcorn Maker sold in the U.S. with item number 474-105 in Avon's brochures and website. The recalled plastic popcorn maker consists of a clear tub and a yellow vented lid. The tub i...
Okay Enterprise Co., Ltd., of Kunshan City, TaiwanConsumers should stop using the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely use the microwave popcorn maker. The new instructions can also be obtained from independent Avon representatives and May 16, 2013
Optimus Recalls Portable Electric Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
The heater design can fail to prevent ignition of nearby combustible materials that come in contact with the unit, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.
This recall involves two models of Optimus Infrared Quartz Radiant heaters with model numbers H-5210, produced in 2011 and H-5211, produced in 2012. The model number and the year of production appear on a label on the ba...
Dongguang Hong-Hwa Electric Co. Ltd.Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Optimus to request a free replacement heater. Consumers have the option of a comparable ceramic heater or new model quartz radiant heater, model H-5510, which will be available afterMay 15, 2013
Meijer Recalls Touch Point Baseboard Convection Heaters Due to a Fire Hazard
The heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
This recall involves Touch Point brand portable, electric baseboard convection heaters with model BBC-1500 and date code 0611. "Touch Point" can be found on the front of the product and the model and date code can be fou...
Foshan Guanmei Electrical Co., LTD., of Foshan, ChinaConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return the product to a Meijer customer service desk for a full refund.May 10, 2013
Toro Recalls Zero Turn Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
The idler pulley can rub against the mower's fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves 2012 and 2013 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mowers. The mowers are red and black. "Toro" and "2000 Series" are printed on the side and "Z Master Commercial" on the front of the mowe...
The Toro Co., of Bloomington, Minn.Consumers should stop using the recalled mowers immediately and contact a Toro dealer to schedule a free repair and/or to check if the repair has already been made to the mower. Toro has contacted registered owners of the recalled mowers.May 9, 2013
Family Dollar Stores Recalls Optimus Tower Quartz Heaters Due to Overheating and Fire Hazards
Optimus Tower Quartz Heaters are portable electric tower heaters that are about 10 inches wide, 25 inches tall and 9 inches deep. The heaters have a white metal casing with a white plastic top, a wire cage protecting the...
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the heaters and return the product to any Family Dollar Stores location for a full refund.May 9, 2013
LEM Products Distribution Recalls 5-Tray Food Dehydrators Due to Fire Hazard
The fan can fail causing the unit to overheat and pose a fire hazard.
This recall involves 5-tray food dehydrators. The dehydrators are gray and are made of plastic and metal. The model number 1009 is on a label located on the back panel with the company's contact details. The "LEM" logo i...
Consumers should immediately stop using the dehydrator and contact LEM Products Distribution for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product. LEM is offering a one year warranty extension and a $10 discount coupon, which can be used tMay 2, 2013
Manchester Tank & Equipment Company Recalls Propane Cylinders Due to Fire Hazard
Fuel can leak from the thread connection between the cylinder and valve, posing a fire hazard if exposed to an ignition source.
The recalled Manchester Tank & Equipment Company cylinders included in the recall were manufactured January through September 2012. The date of manufacture is printed on the collar by month and year, so "6 * 12" represen...
Manchester Tank & Equipment Company, of Elkhart, Ind.Consumers should stop using the propane cylinders and call Manchester or go to the firm's website for instructions on having their gas cylinder inspected by a qualified propane equipment dealer and repaired if needed. A list of propane equipment distributApril 9, 2013
Home Depot Recalls CE Tech Riser Cable Due to Fire Hazard
The riser cable does not meet fire resistance standards for riser cable, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves 1,000 ft. CE Tech riser cable sold in boxes of 1,000 ft. lengths. It is intended to run between floors of a building as data cable. This type of cable must self-extinguish in a fire. The cable is gra...
Consumers should remove the recalled cable and return it to Home Depot for a full refund.April 9, 2013
Haier America Expands Recall of Chest Freezers Due to Fire Hazard
A capacitor in the freezer's circuitry can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves the Haier® models HNCM070E with 7.0 cubic foot capacity and ESNCM053E with 5.3 cubic foot capacity, and Black & Decker® model BFE53 with 5.3 cubic foot capacity white chest freezers. "Haier" is pri...
Consumers should immediately unplug their freezer and contact the company to schedule an appointment for a free repair to the freezer.April 2, 2013
3M Recalls Filtrete Room Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard
The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves 3M air purifiers branded Filtrete. The air purifiers are white, made of plastic and plug into the wall. They measure about 19 inches tall by 8 inches wide with a 13 inch tall by 4.5 inch wide air fil...
Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled air purifier and contact 3M to obtain a prepaid shipping box to return the product for a free replacement.March 26, 2013
LED Light Bulbs Recalled by Lighting Science Group Due to Fire Hazard
The bulbs can overheat during use, posing a fire hazard.
The 120-volt LED bulbs, sold as 6- 8- and 9-watt bulbs (equivalent to 40 or 50 watts), were marketed under the brand names Definity, EcoSmart, Sylvania and Westinghouse. The model numbers A19, G25 and R20/PAR20 are found...
Citizen Electronics and Lighting Science GroupConsumers should immediately remove the bulbs from sockets and lamps and contact Light Science Group for replacement bulbs.March 19, 2013
Briggs & Stratton Recalls Ariens Compact Snow Blowers Due to Fire Hazard
The snow blower's carburetor bowl nut can allow gas to escape from the unit.
The recalled snow blower is 24 inches wide and comes in orange with black. Recalled products have the model number 920014 and serial numbers ranging from 100,000 through 119,039 that can be found on an Ariens-brand label...
Briggs & Stratton Corporation, of Milwaukee, Wis.Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to an authorized Briggs and Stratton dealer for a repair.March 5, 2013
Jerdon Style Recalls One-Cup Coffeemakers Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
The coffeemaker can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
This recall involves Jerdon Style model CM12B one-cup coffee makers, with date code 1217. The coffee makers are black and have an oval, red indicator light above the on/off switch. The coffee maker brews a single, eight ...
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled coffee makers and contact Jerdon Style for instructions on how to receive a full refund.February 27, 2013
John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
The oil filter can leak, posing a fire hazard. Pinholes or cracks have been identified in oil filters installed by the engine supplier which were not manufactured to specification.
This recall involves John Deere Gator™ RSX850i Base, Sport and Trail model recreational utility vehicles manufactured between May 2012 and October 2012. They have side-by-side seating for two people and were available ...
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill.Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John Deere dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled utility vehicles directly.February 14, 2013
BRP Recalls Ski-Doo Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel pump inlet fitting can come into contact with the oil tank and break, leading to a fuel to leak, which poses a fire hazard.
The snowmobile has the model name printed on the vehicle's side panel. The 2013 models included in the recall are: Name Engine Type Freeride™ 800R E-TEC Grand Touring LE 600HO E-TEC GSX® LE 600HO E-TEC GSX® SE 600HO ...
Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., of Valcourt, CanadaConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall.February 7, 2013
BlueStar Wall Ovens Recalled by Prizer Painter Stove Works Due to Fire Hazard
Some of the wall ovens have been improperly installed and/or have damaged flexible gas appliance connectors, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves all colors of three models of BlueStar gas-powered stainless steel wall ovens manufactured prior to November 23, 2012. Oven sizes include 24-, 30- and 36-inche wide units. Each of the three sizes was...
Prizer Painter Stove Works Inc., of Reading, Pa.Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ovens, contact BlueStar for instructions on identifying affected units and to schedule a repair.February 7, 2013
Club Car Recalls Golf and Transport Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
The fuel hose could separate from the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
The recalled vehicles are model year 2013 gas-powered golf and transport vehicles used for short-distance transportation. The vehicles come in five models and colors and can be identified by model and serial number, whic...
Club Car, LLC, of Augusta, Ga.Consumers should contact any Club Car dealer for a free inspection and repair of the fuel hose system. The firm is contacting consumers directly.February 5, 2013
BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
Debris such as leaves, hay and grass in wet terrain areas can collect in the vehicle's exhaust pipe area in a short period of time. A hot exhaust pipe and accumulated debris that has dried, poses a risk of fire.
This recall involves 2011, 2012 and early 2013 model gas-powered Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles. The model name is printed on the vehicle's side panel. Models included in the recall are: Model Year 2011 Model Yea...
BRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., of Juarez, Chihuahua, MexicoConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles, check their exhaust for accumulated debris as described in the Cleaning Procedure of Exhaust Area guide and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free update kit repair. The guide is available toJanuary 29, 2013
Siemens Recalls Temperature and Humidity Sensors for Schools, Hospitals and Other Buildings Due to Fire Hazard
This recall involves wall-mounted Q-series sensors that control heat, air conditioning and humidity inside commercial buildings, hospitals and schools. The sensors come in three designs: a blank cover, a cover with a dig...
Siemens Industry, Inc., of Buffalo Grove, Ill.Consumers should look to see if their sensors are currently operating on an AC power source and, if they are, consumers should immediately have the recalled sensors converted to a DC power source. Consumers should contact Siemens to schedule the installatJanuary 22, 2013
Floor Lamps Recalled by Dolan Northwest Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
The on/off foot switch on the lamps can fail and melt, resulting in shock and fire hazards.
This recall involves Burien model floor lamps with four individual light sockets and white glass shades on top of four individual tubes of varying lengths. The lamps are approximately 72 inches tall and were sold in stai...
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled lamp and return it to the store for a repair. The store will replace the on/off foot switch with a new plug and dimmer. Consumers who purchased the lamps online should contact Dolan NW for a January 17, 2013
John Deere Recalls Gator Utility Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard
This recall involves John Deere Gator™ RSX850i Base, Sport and Trail model recreational utility vehicles manufactured between May 2012 and October 2012. They have side-by-side seating for two people and were available ...
Deere & Company of Moline, Ill.Consumers should stop using the recalled utility vehicles and contact a John Deere dealer to schedule a free inspection and free repair. John Deere is contacting all registered owners of the recalled utility vehicles directly.January 10, 2013