Be Child Safe

Author: Marianne Halterman

  • Child Seat Lower Anchor Failure/FMVSS 213

    Recall Date: March 3, 2023

    NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23C002000

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: CHILD SEAT

    Hazard: A detached child seat may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Remedy: Free Replacement Base

    Consumer Contact: Owners may contact Dorel customer service at 1-877-657-9546 or RetractableLatchRecall@djgusa.com. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

    Recall Details

    Units: 59,457

    Description: Dorel Juvenile Group (Dorel) is recalling certain Safety 1st onBoard 35 Secure Tech, Safety 1st Secure Tech Infant Base, Maxi-Cosi Coral XP, Maxi-Cosi Mico XP Max, Maxi-Cosi Mico XP, Maxi-Cosi Mico Luxe+, and Maxi-Cosi Infant Base child seats. Please refer to Dorel’s recall report for specific model numbers. The lower seat anchors used to secure the child seat base may fail, allowing the child seat to detach. As such, these child seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 213, “Child Restraint Systems.”

    BrandModel
    MAXI-COSICORAL XP
    MAXI-COSIINFANT BASE
    MAXI-COSIMICO LUXE+
    MAXI-COSIMICO XP
    MAXI-COSIMICO XP MAX
    SAFETY 1STONBOARD 35 SECURETECH
    SAFETY 1STSECURETECH INFANT BASE

    Remedy: Owners are advised to only secure their child seat(s) with the vehicle belt restraint system until the seat is remedied. Dorel will mail a replacement base to owners, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 6, 2023.

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  • Akerson Enterprises Recalls Kindred Bravely Bamboo Nursing Hoodies Due to Choking Hazard

    Recall Date: March 09, 2023

    Recall number: 23-149

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Kindred Bravely Bamboo Nursing Hoodies

    Hazard: The drawcord on the hoodies has small plastic caps that can be swallowed by a nursing baby, posing a choking hazard.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumer Contact: Kindred Bravely toll-free at 888-850-3756 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. PT Monday through Thursday, email at recall@kindredbravely.com or online at www.kindredbravely.com/pages/bamboo-hoodie-safety-recall or www.kindredbravely.com click the chat button and send the message “safety recall.”

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Akerson-Enterprises-Recalls-Kindred-Bravely-Bamboo-Nursing-Hoodies-Due-to-Choking-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 7,500

    Description: This recall involves Kindred Bravely Bamboo Nursing Hoodies sold in a variety of colors and sizes for nursing mothers. The hoodie is made from bamboo, acrylic and spandex, features a drawstring closure and concealed zippers at the chest for breastfeeding access. The neck seam label has the brand name Kindred Bravely, size, care instructions and PO number.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled nursing hoodies, cut the fully extended drawstring cords and discard the cords. Consumers can also request a $75 store credit by filling out an online form at www.kindredbravely.com/pages/bamboo-hoodie-safety-recall and providing a photo of the cut drawstrings cords and company branding.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Village Maternity, Nature Baby Outfitter, Tootsies Children’s Boutique, Nurturing Expressions, Simple Organics Wellness Center, RSVP Gifts and More, Milk & Baby and other maternity boutiques nationwide and online at www.kindredbravely.com and www.amazon.com from November 2021 through December 2022 for about $75.

    Importer(s): Akerson Enterprises LLC, dba Kindred Bravely, of Oceanside, California

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Epoch Everlasting Play Recalls All Calico Critters Animal Figures and Sets Sold with Bottle and Pacifier Accessories, More than 3.2 Million, Due to Choking Hazard; Two Deaths Reported

    Recall Date: March 09, 2023

    Recall number: 23-150

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Calico Critters® Animal Figures and Sets sold with Bottle and Pacifier Accessories

    Hazard: The bottle and pacifier accessories pose a choking hazard to children.

    Remedy: Replace

    Consumer Contact: Epoch Everlasting Play LLC at 800-631-1272 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or by email at productsafety@epocheverlastingplay.com, or online at www.epocheverlastingplay.com/recalls or https://epocheverlastingplay.com/ and click on “Product Recalls” at the top of the landing page or https://calicocritters.com/en-us/ and click on “Recall Information” at the top of the landing page.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Epoch-Everlasting-Play-Recalls-All-Calico-Critters-Animal-Figures-and-Sets-Sold-with-Bottle-and-Pacifier-Accessories-More-than-3-2-Million-Due-to-Choking-Hazard-Two-Deaths-Reported

    Recall Details

    Units: More than 3.2 million units

    Description: 

    The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Epoch Everlasting Play LLC, of Pine Brook, New Jersey, are announcing the recall of all Calico Critters flocked animal figures and sets that were sold with bottle and pacifier accessories, which totals more than 3.2 million units.  The bottle and pacifier accessories pose a choking hazard to children.

    This recall involves all Calico Critters flocked animal figures and sets sold with bottle and pacifier accessories.  The following item numbers are printed on the bottom of the product packaging.  The bottle accessories were sold in yellow, pink, blue and orange colors.  One style of the bottle has two yellow handles.  The pacifier accessories were sold in yellow, orange, pink, dark pink, blue and teal colors.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled bottle and pacifier accessories away from children and contact Epoch Everlasting Play LLC for instructions on how to submit a photo of the recalled bottle and/or pacifier accessory along with contact information and confirmation of destruction to receive a free replacement accessory.

    Incidents/Injuries: Epoch Everlasting Play LLC is aware of three incidents involving the pacifier accessory, including two deaths.  One fatal incident involved a 2-year-old child in 2018 in New Mexico, and the other fatal incident involved a 9-month-old child in 2015 in Japan (with a pacifier accessory distributed by Epoch Japan).

    ITEMDESCRIPTION
    CC1407SANDY CAT TWINS
    CC1450CHIHUAHUA TWINS
    CC1459BORDER COLLIE TWINS
    CC1481HAZELNUT CHIPMUNK TWINS
    CC1491FLUFFY HAMSTER TWINS
    CC1508WILDER PANDA TWINS
    CC1510CUDDLE BEAR TWINS
    CC1529SLYDALE FOX TWINS
    CC1533 HAWTHORNE TWINS
    CC1571ELLWOODS ELEPHANT TWINS
    CC1586PERSIAN CAT TWINS
    CC1641FISHER CAT TWINS
    CC1643BL HOPSCOTCH RABBIT TWIN
    CC1664HIGHCHAIR AND ACCESSORIES
    CC1689BUTTERCUP TWINS
    CC1694CC SILK CAT TWINS
    CC1737BL TOY POODLE TWINS
    CC1750BABY NURSERY SET
    CC1761TWINS ASSORTMENT ‐ PK 9
    CC1795BL MAPLE CAT TWINS
    CC1924BL PICKLEWEEDS HEDGE TWN
    CC1955JASON AND AMANDA VISIT DR. MURDOCK
    CC1965CARRY CASES ‐ PK 1
    CC2006BEAGLE TWINS
    CC2019YELLOW LABRADOR TWINS
    CC2067ADVENTURE TREEHOUSE GIFT
    CC2269BABYS NURSERY SET
    CC2269P4BABY NURSERY ‐ PK4
    CC2484JESS & NOAH’S BACKYARD FUN
    CC2537BL SOPHIE’S LOVE N CARE
    CC2537P4SOPHIE LOVE N CARE ‐ PK4
    CC2597NIGHTLIGHT NURSERY SET
    CC2598BABY’S BLUE BEDROOM SET WITH NIGHTLIGHT
    CF1407BL SANDY CAT TWINS
    CF1412BL HOPSCOTCH RABBIT TWNS
    CF1416BL ELLWOOD ELEPHANT TWNS
    CF1418BL YELLOW LAB TWNS
    CF1424SILK CAT TWINS
    CF1429BL PKLWEED HEDGEHOG TWNS
    CF1481BL HZLNUT CHIPMUNK TWINS
    CF1491BL FLUFFY HAMSTER TWINS
    CF1510BL CUDDLE BEAR TWINS
    CF1513BL NIGHTLIGHT NURSERY SET
    CF1520BL WILDER PANDA TWNS
    CF1526BL BORDER COLLIE TWNS
    CF1554BL BABYS NURSERY SET
    CF1586BL PERSIAN CAT TWINS
    CF1717BL ADV TREEHOUSE GIFT SE
    CF1737BL TOY POODLE TWINS
    CF1750BL BABY NURSERY SET
    CF1761BL TWINS ASSORTMENT
    CF1795BL MAPLE CAT TWINS
    CF2537BL SOPHIES LOVE N CARE
    CF2537P4BL SOPHIES LOVE N CARE

    Sold At: Walmart, Meijer, and other stores nationwide and online at www.calicocritters.com and www.amazon.com from January 2000 through December 2021 for between $10 and $80.

    Importer(s): Epoch Everlasting Play LLC

    Manufactured In: China

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  • CDC Recommends the Following Tips on Fuel Container Safety for Families with Children 

    (Repost from CDC Newsletter, 3/7/23)

    Child Safety

    • Buy a gas can or portable fuel container that is child resistant.
    • Keep gas cans and other portable fuel containers out of the reach of children.
    • Never permit children to play with matches or fuel.

    Safe Storage

    • Store gas cans and portable fuel containers in well-ventilated, cool areas only.
    • Never leave fuel containers open, always put the cap back on after use.
    • Store portable fuel containers in well-ventilated, cool areas only.
    • Never store gas cans inside a house, basement, or near sources of ignition, such as fuel-burning appliances, open flames, pilot lights, stoves, heaters or electric mowers.

    Backyard Fire Pits

    • Never use gasoline to start a fire or to re-start a fire – even if you think the fire was not ignited.
    • Only use appropriate fire starters and only before lighting the fire.
    • Never add liquid fuel after trying to start a fire.
    • Keep a hose or fire extinguisher nearby.
    • Never burn when the risk of wildfires is high.
    • Do not wipe flammable liquids from your hands onto clothing. Spot clean and line dry clothes if flammable liquids are spilled.

    At the gas station

    • Never smoke near gasoline or at a gas station.
    • Always place a gas can on the ground to fill up at the gas station.
    • Do not use plastic bags or other inappropriate containers with gasoline or other flammable liquids.

  • Patagonia Recalls Patagonia Infant Capilene Midweight Base Layer Sets Due to Choking Hazard

    Recall Date: March 02, 2023

    Recall number: 23-138

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Infant Capilene Midweight Base Layer Sets

    Hazard: The snaps in the bodysuit of the recalled base layer sets can detach, posing a choking hazard if mouthed by infants.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Patagonia at 800-638-6464 from 6 a.m. through 6 p.m. PT weekdays and from 7 a.m. through 3 p.m. PT on weekends, email at infantsetrecall@patagonia.com or online at www.patagonia.com/infantsetrecall or www.patagonia.com and click on  “Product Safety Recall” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Patagonia-Recalls-Patagonia-Infant-Capilene-Midweight-Base-Layer-Sets-Due-to-Choking-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 8,000 (In addition, about 217 were sold in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves Patagonia Infant Capilene Midweight Base Layer Sets, sold in sizes 0 months through 24 months with style number 60910. Each set consists of a knitted polyester long sleeved bodysuit with snaps at the left shoulder and at the crotch, and a pair of matching knitted polyester pants with an elastic waistband. The style number is printed on a sewn-in label inside the garment in the form STY60910FA21 for the Fall 2021 style and STY60910FA22 for the Fall 2022 style. They were sold in five designs: pink and white with “My Planet,” pink hearts and pink trim; blue with “Patagonia” and “Fun Hogs”; pink with small graphics; pink with “Patagonia Mountain Kids” and gray and black with “Patagonia Mountain Kids.”

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Patagonia Infant Capilene Midweight Base Layer Sets and contact Patagonia for a full refund. Patagonia will provide consumers with prepaid labels to return the recalled product, and a full refund upon receipt of the product.

    Incidents/Injuries: Patagonia has received one report of a snap detaching from the shoulder of the bodysuit and being mouthed by a baby.

    Sold At: Patagonia, REI and other stores nationwide and online at www.patagonia.com, www.rei.com, www.backcountry.com and other websites from August 2021 through January 2023 for about $55.

    Importer(s) and Distributer(s): Patagonia Inc., of Ventura, California

    Manufactured In: Sri Lanka

    Note: Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic.  Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.

  • Primark Recalls Children’s Bamboo Plates Due to Risk of Lead and Chemical Exposure Hazards

    Recall Date: March 02, 2023

    Recall number: 23-139

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Children’s Bamboo Plates

    Hazard: The recalled children’s bamboo plates have elevated levels of lead and formaldehyde. Both lead and formaldehyde are toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.  

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Primark US collect at 617-946-3236 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at https://www.help.primark.com/hc/en-us/categories/360000064589-RECALL or at www.primark.com and click on “Customer Service” at the bottom of the page, then click on the “Recall” tab in the middle of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Primark-Recalls-Childrens-Bamboo-Plates-Due-to-Risk-of-Lead-and-Chemical-Exposure-Hazards

    Recall Details

    Units: About 1,665

    Description: This recall involves the Primark bamboo plates. The plates were sold in the shape of a bunny, a bear, Winnie the Pooh character and a rainbow. The following numbers 6041901, 7981401, 8096001 and 8096002 are printed on the product packaging.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled plates away from children, stop using them and return them to a Primark store for a full refund or consumers can contact Primark for instructions on how to properly dispose of the product to also receive a full refund.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Primark US stores located in the northeast region, Florida, and Chicago from October 2021 through August 2022 for about $8.

    Importer(s): Primark US Corp., of Boston, Massachusetts

    Manufactured In: China

    Note: Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic.  Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.

  • Relion Battery Recalls Relion Insight Series Lithium Batteries Due to Thermal Burn and Fire Hazards

    Recall Date: March 02, 2023

    Recall number: 23-140

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: RELiON InSight Series® lithium batteries

    Hazard: The batteries can overheat, posing thermal burn and fire hazards.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumer Contact: RELiON collect at 803-324-6644 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or email at AMER-recall@oneasg.com, online at www.relionbattery.com/product-recall-us or www.relionbattery.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page. 

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Relion-Battery-Recalls-Relion-Insight-Series-Lithium-Batteries-Due-to-Thermal-Burn-and-Fire-Hazards

    Recall Details

    Units: About 7,250 (In addition, about 121 were sold in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves certain lots of the RELiON InSight Series® 48V lithium-ion batteries with, model number 48V030-GC2 and serial number ranges between RB48300020210314057- RB48300020210314729, RB48300020210330001- RB48300020210330715, and RB48300020210507012-RB48300020221016550. The serial number of the recalled product can be found on the label located on the side of the battery. The intended use includes, but is not limited to, golf carts, low-speed vehicles, automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and outdoor utility terrain vehicles (UTVs).

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled RELiON InSight Series® 48V batteries and contact RELiON Battery for a free repair. RELiON will provide a shipping container for the free return of the recalled batteries. A repaired battery with equivalent remaining cycle life will be shipped back immediately. RELiON will also extend the warranty on replaced batteries for an additional six months beyond the original warranty period.

    Incidents/Injuries: The company has received five reports of batteries overheating. No injuries have been reported.

    Sold At: Authorized RELiON distributors and online at www.relionbattery.com/product-recall-us or relionbattery.com from May 2021 through November 2022 for about $1,350.

    Distributer(s): RELiON Battery of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Children’s Nightgowns Recalled Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards and Burn Hazard; Imported by The Oaks Apparel Company

    Recall Date: February 16, 2023

    Recall number: 23-121

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Children’s nightgowns

    Hazard: The children’s nightgowns fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: The Oaks Apparel Company toll-free at 888-332-0682 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at jennifer@oaksapparel.com or online at  www.oaksapparel.com/pages/recall or www.oaksapparel.com and click “Important Recall Information” on the banner at the top of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Childrens-Nightgowns-Recalled-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Flammability-Standards-and-Burn-Hazard-Imported-by-The-Oaks-Apparel-Company

    Recall Details

    Units: About 320

    Description: This recall involves children’s Oaks Apparel-branded 95% cotton and 5% spandex nightgowns advertised as “Loungewear Gowns.” The nightgowns have elastic cinched wrists, a cinched chest via a red robe trim and a red trimmed neckline. The nightgowns were sold in “Very Merry” print and in sizes 12 months through size 8 years. The inside seam label displays the fiber content and washing instructions.  The sewn-in neck label displays the garment size and “The Oaks Apparel,” “Est. 2014” and “www.oaksapparel.com.”

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled nightgowns away from children, stop using them and contact Oaks Apparel for a full refund. Consumers who purchased the nightgowns will be asked to destroy the nightgowns by cutting them in half and send the recalling firm a photo of the destroyed garment at jennifer@oaksapparel.com. Upon receipt of the photo, consumers will be issued a full refund of the purchase price. The Oaks Apparel Company is contacting all known purchasers directly. 

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Oaks Apparel and children’s boutique stores nationwide and online at OaksApparel.com from July 2022 through November 2022 for about $53.

    Importer(s): The Oaks Apparel Company LLC, of Dothan, Ala.

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Hatley USA Recalls Children’s Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards and Burn Hazard and Children’s Headbands Due to Violation of Federal Lead Content Ban

    Recall Date: February 16, 2023

    Recall number: 23-122

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Children’s pajamas and headbands

    Hazard: The recalled children’s pajamas fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children; and the children’s headbands contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Hatley USA at 800-667-5823 Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET, by email at returns@hatley.com or online at https://www.hatley.com/us_en/pages/recall-notice, https://www.hatley.com and click on “product recall” at the bottom of the page for more information or  https://www.littlebluehouse.com/us_en/pages/product-recall-fleece-jumpsuits or https://www.littlebluehouse.com/us_en and click on “product recall” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Hatley-USA-Recalls-Childrens-Pajamas-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Flammability-Standards-and-Burn-Hazard-and-Childrens-Headbands-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Lead-Content-Ban

    Recall Details

    Units: About 7,640 pajamas and about 300 headbands

    Description: This recall involves children’s 100% polyester fleece zip-up pajamas and Opalescent Angel Wings Headbands. The pajamas have a hood, two functional front pockets and ribbed wrist and ankle cuffs. The pajamas were sold in children’s sizes 2 through 14 in Black Bear, Moose on Red and Buffalo Plaid prints. The pajamas’ neck label states “Little Blue House,” the size designation and Country of Origin. The recalled pajamas can be identified by tracking numbers 1014970, 1015226, 1016019, 1016490, 1018791, or 1018936.  The tracking numbers are located on an inside left side seam label that states “PAL501” followed by the tracking number. The Opalescent Angel Wings Headbands were sold in one size. They are pink with two silver angel’s wings.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children, stop using them and contact Hatley USA for a full refund. Consumers should destroy the pajamas by cutting them in half, break the headband and send Hatley USA a photo of the destroyed recalled products by email at service@hatley.com. Upon receipt of the photo, consumers will be issued a full refund of the purchase price. Consumers can also return the recalled products to any Hatley USA store.  Hatley USA is contacting all known purchasers directly.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Hatley Boutique, Out West Trading Co, and resort area gift shops nationwide from January 2019 through September 2022 for between $9 and $46.

    Importer(s): Hatley USA Inc., of New York

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Betsy & Lace Recalls Children’s Nightgowns Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard and Burn Hazard

    Recall Date: February 16, 2023

    Recall number: 23-123

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Children’s nightgowns

    Hazard: The recalled children’s nightgowns fail to meet the federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.

    Remedy: Dispose

    Consumer Contact: Betsy & Lace by email at hello@betsyandlace.com or online at www.betsyandlace.com and click on “Contact” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Betsy-and-Lace-Recalls-Childrens-Nightgowns-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-Flammability-Standard-and-Burn-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 90,550

    Description: This recall involves children’s Betsy & Lace-branded 100% polyester short-sleeve nightgowns with lace trim collar. The nightgowns were sold in various sizes including small, medium, large, extra-large, extra-extra-large and extra extra-extra-large; and the following colors: coral, dark blue, gold, green, light blue, light pink, dark pink, purple, red, turquoise and white. The inside neck label displays “Betsy & Lace” and the garment’s size.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled nightgowns away from children, stop using them and destroy the nightgowns by cutting them in half. Betsy & Lace is contacting all known purchasers directly.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Online www.betsyandlace.com from March 2018 through September 2022 for between $16 and $22.

    Importer(s): Betsy & Lace LLC, of Lehi, Utah

    Manufactured In: China

    Note: Individual Commissioners may have statements related to this topic.  Please visit www.cpsc.gov/commissioners to search for statements related to this or other topics.