The power strips have undersized wiring which poses a risk of shock to consumers. In addition, the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet fire resistance safety standards, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
This recall involves four designs of power strips. The vibrantly designed power strips come in four prints including, leopard, rose, skull and zebra. Model numbers 12256, 12257, 22563 and 22575 can be found on the six-ou...
Consumers should immediately stop using the power strips and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or store credit.July 19, 2012
Watkins Manufacturing and Therm Products Recall Spas Due to Fire Hazard
A loose internal electrical connection of the spa heaters can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard.
This recall includes the following 11 models of Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs brand spas installed with Therm Products No-Fault Water Heaters: Aria, Envoy, Flair, Glow, Grandee, Jetsetter, Prodigy, Pulse, Sovere...
Spa Manufacturer: Watkins Manufacturing Corp., dba Hot Spring Spas and Limelight Hot Tubs, of Vista, Calif., Heater Manufacturer: Therm Products, a division of Caldesso LLC, of San Bernardino, Calif.Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled spas and shut off power to the spa unit, following instructions provided in the owner's manual or by the Watkins-Therm Products Response Hotline. Consumers should contact the Watkins-Therm Products RespJune 28, 2012
Exhaust Fans Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Made by Delta Electronics Dongguan
The fan's heater blades can fail to rotate properly, causing the fan to overheat and posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves plastic Harbor Breeze bathroom fans with a center light and a heater. The fans are white and measure about 11 x 17 inches. Model number 7109-01-L, Lowe's item number 194492 and UPC code 820633985358 ...
Delta Electronics (Dongguan) Co. Ltd., of ChinaConsumers should stop using the recalled bathroom exhaust fans immediately and contact Delta Electronics Dongguan to schedule a free repair by a trained service technician.June 28, 2012
Servpro Recalls Notus Air Movers Due to Fire Hazard
The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves commercial air movers/blowers used to dry flooring, walls and furniture in homes and other buildings. The air movers' green plastic housing measures about 18 inches high by 18 inches long by 18 inche...
EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.Users should immediately stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact Servpro for a free repair kit to be installed by users. Servpro is directly contacting franchises that purchased the air movers.June 26, 2012
Frigidaire Gas Range Recalled Due to Fire Hazard, Sold Exclusively at Lowe's Stores
There can be a delayed ignition on the bake/broil features of the oven, posing a fire hazard.
This recall for inspection and/or repair involves Frigidaire Gas Ranges Model # LGGF3043KFM with serial numbers within the following range: VF20457216 to VF20457555. The model and serial numbers are located near the base...
Frigidaire, of Charlotte, N.C.Consumers with the recalled model and serial numbers should stop using the bake and broil functions immediately and contact Frigidaire. Frigidaire will provide information about an inspection and arrange for a free in-home service and repair if necessary.June 20, 2012
The air mover/blower's internal electrical capacitor can fail and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves air movers/blowers that are used to dry floors in homes and other buildings. "Aqua Dri" is printed on the top of some of the air movers. Model "3004AD" or model "3004ADxxx" (with additional letters) ...
EDIC, of Los Angeles, Calif.Users should immediately stop using the recalled air movers/blowers and contact EDIC for a free repair kit to be installed by users.June 19, 2012
Farm Glass & Metal Spiral Tea Light Holder Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire Hazard
Due to the design of the product, the tea lights can burn with a high flame, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
This recall involves a decorative spiral tea light holder made from a painted glass with a red, orange, and green floral design. The glass has a metal insert for holding tea lights. The metal insert is spiral shaped with...
Consumers should stop using the recalled spiral tea light holder and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops store to receive a full refund.May 1, 2012
Lenovo Expands Recall of ThinkCentre Desktop Computers Due to Fire Hazard
A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
The recalled all-in-one desktop computers, or PCs, are flat-panel monitors with the PC integrated into the monitor housing itself. The power supplies are also inside the monitor or PC housing. The computer chassis has a ...
Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the power supply. Because additional systeApril 24, 2012
Viking Range Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
The recall includes Viking 24" Professional, Designer and Custom Panel dishwashers manufactured between May and September 2010. They were sold in black, white and 24 other custom colors, stainless steel and with custom w...
Viking Range Corporation of Greenwood, Miss.Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and contact Viking's hotline for a free in-home repair.April 10, 2012
Husqvarna Recalls Grass and Hedge Trimmers Due to Fire Hazard
Fuel can leak from the rubber spacer holding the fuel lines in the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves the Husqvarna Grass Trimmer Model 122C with serial numbers that range from 2011 17 00001 to 2011 52 99999. "Husqvarna" and the model number are written on top of the tool. The serial number is locate...
Husqvarna Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd., of Shanghai, ChinaConsumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a free repair.April 4, 2012
Toy Truck Gifts with Purchase Recalled by Happy Shirts Due to Fire Hazard
Connections in the toy trucks battery compartment can smolder or catch the trucks on fire, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
This recall involves Big Movers Super Car toy trucks that were gifts with the purchase of Big Movers t-shirts. The 4-inch long blue trucks have oversized tires and a flashing light on top and were sold with a yellow, red...
Consumers should immediately take the toy trucks from children and remove the battery. Consumers can contact Happy Shirts for instructions on returning the truck for a refund.March 30, 2012
Adjustable Mattress Bases Recalled by Leggett & Platt Due to Fire Hazard
Electrical components in the motor control board can fail and short causing overheating, which poses a fire hazard.
The power foundations are motorized bed frames, controlled by handheld remotes, which enable the head and/or the foot of the bed mattress to be moved up and down. These power foundations were offered in all bed sizes and...
Leggett & Platt, of Georgetown, Ky.Consumers should immediately unplug the power cord and stop using the power functions of the beds. Consumers should contact Leggett to arrange for a free in-home repair of the product or for a free modification kit and consumer installation instructions.March 22, 2012
Ceiling Fans Recalled by Westinghouse Lighting Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
The two 60-watt light bulbs included with the ceiling fans exceed the fan's maximum wattage, which can cause the ceiling fans to overheat or fail. This poses fire and shock hazards to consumers.
The following Westinghouse Lighting ceiling fans with 24, 30 and 42-inch diameter blades are included in this recall. "Westinghouse" is printed on the fan's ceiling canopy. The item number is printed on the fan's motor h...
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact Westinghouse Lighting for two free replacement 40-watt light bulbs.March 21, 2012
Kawasaki USA Recalls Utility Vehicles due to Fire Hazard
The fuel tube can scrape against the air cleaner housing and develop holes, posing a fire hazard.
The vehicles are model year 2012 Kawasaki four-wheeled, off-highway utility vehicles with side-by-side seating for two people and automobile style controls. Each model has a bench seat, a rollover protection structure an...
Consumers should immediately stop using these vehicles and contact their Kawasaki dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair.March 15, 2012
Lenovo Recalls ThinkCentre Desktop Computers Due to Fire Hazard
A defect in an internal component in the power supply can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
The recalled all-in-one desktop computers, or PCs, are flat-panel monitors with the PC integrated into the monitor housing itself. The power supplies are also inside the monitor or PC housing. The computer chassis has a ...
Lenovo, of Morrisville, N.C.Consumers should immediately stop using the computers, unplug the power supply and contact the firm to determine if your computer is included in the recall and to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of the power supply.March 8, 2012
Suntech America Recalls SolarBlend Roof Tiles Due to Fire Hazard
The connectors between the solar roof tiles can become loose, posing a fire hazard.
SolarBlend roof tiles replace conventional roof tiles to provide solar energy to the building. This recall involves all SolarBlend roof tiles with model numbers STP050D-5/ZCB (brown), STP050D-5/ZCF (terra cotta), and STP...
Wuxi Suntech Power Co. Ltd., of Wuxi, ChinaSuntech has been notifying consumers directly. Consumers who have not been contacted by Suntech should turn off their solar energy systems immediately. Consumers should contact Suntech to schedule a free inspection and repair of the solar energy system. SFebruary 23, 2012
Gas Cylinders Recalled by Worthington Cylinders Wisconsin Due to Fire Hazard
The seal on the cylinders can leak after torches or other fuel consuming equipment are disconnected from them, posing a fire hazard.
The cylinders contain propylene gas and are used for soldering, brazing, cutting and welding. They contain 14.1 oz Map-Pro, 14.1 oz Propylene or 16 oz MAPP (Methyl Acetylene Propadiene Stabilized). The cylinders are appr...
Worthington Cylinders Wisconsin, LLC, of Chilton, Wis.Unused cylinders: If the cylinder has never been connected to a torch or other device, do not use cylinder. Return cylinder to store where it was purchased for exchange or full refund. Partially-used cylinder currently connected to torch or other device:DFebruary 23, 2012
The fuel line between the fuel tank and carburetor could have been damaged during assembly leading to fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves two models of the ECHO 2-cycle gas powered backpack blowers. The 25.4 cc blowers are orange and black in color and "ECHO" is printed on the pull starter housing and blower tube. Model numbers are on ...
ECHO Inc., of Lake Zurich, Ill.Consumers should immediately stop using the backpack blowers and return them to an authorized ECHO servicing dealer for a free repair.February 23, 2012
Fire Control Panels Recalled by Bosch Security Systems Corp. Due to Alarm Failure Posing a Fire Hazard
On all systems, when the alarm verification feature of the system is turned on, the control panel can fail to sound an alarm if a fire occurs. In addition, on systems with 50 or more reporting stations, a delay in sounding an alarm and reporting a fire may occur if the loop for the alarm system is broken.
The Bosch-branded fire alarm panel is locking red wall box with dimensions 22.7" high by 14.5" wide by 4.3" deep. The status, date and time can be seen through a glass screen on the panel door. The word "BOSCH" is printe...
Bosch Security Systems, Inc., of Fairport, N.Y.All distributors and installers are being sent two technical bulletins. One provides instructions for how to implement a software change that will correct the verification feature. The second contains instructions for how to handle warnings from affected February 15, 2012
Konica Minolta Recalls Printers Due to Fire Hazard
The printers can short circuit and overheat during use, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves four desktop models of laser color printers: Magicolor 4750DN, Magicolor 3730DN, Bizhub C35 and Bizhub C35P. Model numbers are located on the plate attached to the side of the printer as well as the ...
Consumers of Magicolor 3730DN and 4750DN should stop using the printers immediately and contact Konica Minolta to schedule a free replacement. Consumers of Bizhub C35 and C35P will be visited by an authorized service agent for repair and replacement of thFebruary 2, 2012
The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard
The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for fire resistance, posing a fire hazard.
This recall involves three designs of brightly-colored, six-outlet power strips with model number 8001-6 embossed on the back. Power strip designs include Pop Power Strip in Scroll (black with white scroll), Dot (blue wi...
Consumers should stop using the recalled power strips immediately and return them to any of The Container Store locations for a full refund plus a $15 merchandise card.February 1, 2012
Hurricane Style Lights Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire Hazard
An electrical short circuit can occur in the light's internal wiring, causing smoke and posing a fire hazard.
The recalled Hurricane Style Light is a circular lamp with a white metal basket and moveable handle for hanging or carrying at the top. It has a colored glass insert in blue, pink, or green and uses a mini light bulb. Th...
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to any Christmas Tree Shops location for a full refund.February 1, 2012
An exposed portion of the exhaust system can allow debris such as leaves, brush or other flammable materials to enter the opening and ignite, posing a fire hazard.
The recall involves 2009 through 2012 KYMCO utility task vehicles (UTVs). The vehicles are gasoline-powered, off-road vehicles with two side-by-side seats, a cargo bed and a steering wheel. The vehicles come in red, blue...
Consumers should stop using these vehicles and return them to a KYMCO dealer for the free installation of a repair kit.January 26, 2012
Hy Cite Enterprises Recalls Royal Prestige Thermal Wall Pots and Pans Due to Burn and Fire Hazard
The cookware can collapse, crimp or severely deform when exposed to heat, posing a burn and fire hazard to the consumer and nearby property.
This recall involves stainless steel 9-ply "Thermal Wall" pans sold under the "Royal Prestige" brand name. The products were sold individually and in sets. The following cookware is included in this recall: 1.5 qt. sauce...
Meyer Europe, SRL, of Verdellino, ItalyConsumers should stop using the cookware immediately and contact Hy Cite for instructions for the return of recalled pans and for receiving a free replacement pan with a supplemental credit voucher for additional products.January 17, 2012
Demdaco Recalls Carruth Candleholder Collection Tea Light Candles Due to Fire Hazard
The tea light can burn with an excessive flame height, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
The recalled tea lights were sold as part of the Carruth Candleholder Collection sets. The Carruth candleholder sets are resin votive candle holders with a glass insert that holds a tea light. The stock number is printed...
Tien Chi Art Co Ltd. of Xiamen City, Fujian Province, ChinaConsumers should immediately stop using the tea light candle and contact Demdaco for a free replacement tea light.January 11, 2012