Category: Recalls

  • Sound Around Recalls Children’s Multi-Purpose Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury

    Recall Date: June 22, 2023

    Recall number: 23-230

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Hurtle Multi-Purpose Helmet

    Hazard: The recalled helmets do not comply with the positional stability requirements of the U.S. CPSC federal safety standard for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Sound Around toll-free at (877) 238-1863 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at cs@hurtleusa.com or online at https://pyleaudio.com/ProductRecalls.aspx or at https://pyleusa.com/ and click on “Product Recall” at the top of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Sound-Around-Recalls-Childrens-Multi-Purpose-Helmets-Due-to-Risk-of-Head-Injury

    Recall Details

    Units: About 1,800

    Description: This recall involves the Hurtle multi-purpose children’s helmet. The helmets were sold in black, blue, pink, white and red. The helmets have the word “Renegade” on the side in white or black lettering. The straps are black and the white warning label on the inside of the helmet states “Renegade” in black and orange lettering. The helmets are sized to fit head circumferences from about seven inches to about eight inches.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled helmets and contact Sound Around to receive a full refund of the purchase price. To receive a refund consumers should destroy the helmet by cutting off the straps, upload photos of the helmet with the straps cut to the recall registration website and then dispose of the recalled helmet. Consumers who received the unit as a free promotion should dispose of the unit so that children cannot use it.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: www.amazon.com, www.nordstrom.com, www.pyleusa.com and www.ruelala.com from September 2020 through March 2023 for about $17 and on https://pyleusa.com/ as part of a free product registration promotion for other PyleUSA sport products.

    Importer(s): Sound Around Inc., of Brooklyn, New York

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Research Products Recalls Steam Humidifiers Due to Fire Hazard

    Recall Date: June 22, 2023

    Recall number: 23-231

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Steam Humidifiers

    Hazard: The recalled steam humidifiers containing a specific type of electrode wire with a “D” shaped connector can loosen causing arcing and/or overheating, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumer Contact: Research Products toll-free at 888-742-2401 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.rpcrecall.com/steamhumidifier or at www.researchproducts.com and click on “Recall Information” at the top of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Research-Products-Recalls-Steam-Humidifiers-Due-to-Fire-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 36,200 (In addition, about 3,800 were sold in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves Research Products Steam Humidifiers with “D” shaped electrode connector wires sold under the AprilAire, Coleman, Luxaire, Bryant, Carrier and York brand names. The steam humidifiers are generally installed alongside HVAC equipment but are separate units. The model number can be found on a silver label placed in the bottom left corner on the outside left side panel of the Steam Humidifier. The following model numbers are included in this recall:

    BrandModel
    AprilAire®800, 801, 865, 866
    Carrier®HUMXXSTM3034
    Bryant®HUMXXSTM3034
    York®S1-STEAM 8000T01
    Coleman®S1-STEAM 8000T01
    Luxaire®S1-STEAM 8000T01

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and shut off the recalled humidifiers and contact Research Products to receive a free electrode wire repair kit and assistance with identifying a qualified contractor to schedule an appointment for a free replacement of their electrode connector wires.

    Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 103 reports of the recalled humidifiers overheating, including 10 incidents resulting in smoke or residential fires, totaling more than $10 million in damage.

    Sold At: HVAC contractors nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Sylvane.com, Supplyhouse.com, Humidifiers.com and other websites from June 2010 through January 2015 installed for between $2,000 and $3,500.

    Manufacturer(s): Research Products Corporation, of Madison, Wisconsin

    Manufactured In: United States

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  • Child Seat Webbing May Fail/FMVSS 213 & 209

    Recall Date: May 4, 2023

    NHTSA Campaign Number: 23C004000

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: CHILD SEAT

    Hazard: Baby Trend, Inc. (Baby Trend) is recalling certain Hybrid 3-in-1 Combination Booster Seat-Desert Blue child seats. The latch assembly webbing that secures the child restraint system to the lower anchorages may fray, which can reduce the strength of the webbing and fail to properly restrain a child in a crash. As such, these child seats fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 213, “Child Restraint Systems,” and 209, “Seat Belt Assemblies.”

    Remedy: Baby Trend, Inc. will mail owners a replacement latch assembly webbing and installation instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 30, 2023.

    Consumer Contact: Owners may contact Baby Trend customer service at 1-800-328-7363. 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: 2,600

    Product Affected: BABY TREND – Model: HYBRID 3-IN-1

    Related Documents: 
    Noncompliance Notice 573 Report: RCLRPT-23C004-8499.PDF 216.089KB
    Recall Acknowledgement: RCAK-23C004-1305.pdf 684.032KB
    Recall 573 Report – May 25, 2023: RCLRPT-23C004-5098.PDF 216.051KB
    Recall 573 Report – May 25, 2023: RCLRPT-23C004-3172.PDF 216.051KB

  • Juratoys Recalls Children’s Activity Tables Due to Choking Hazard

    Recall Date: May 25, 2023

    Recall number: 23-210

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Janod Sweet Cocoon Activity Tables

    Hazard: The activity table contains a silver metal bell which can detach from its metal arch, posing a choking hazard to young children.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumer Contact: Juratoys US toll-free at 855-665-9287 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recall@juratoysus.com, or online at https://www.janod.us/content/46-recall-informationor www.janod.us and click on “Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Juratoys-Recalls-Childrens-Activity-Tables-Due-to-Choking-Hazard

    Recall Details

    Units: About 5,080 (In addition, about 1,030 were sold in Canada)

    Description: This recall involves two models of Janod Sweet Cocoon Activity Tables for children 12 months and older. The rounded triangle wooden tables measure about 21 inches wide and 18 inches high. The toys on the table are made of wood and metal. The round table measures about 22 inches in diameter. The tables are multicolored with gray, pink, blue and white. The tabletop activities include a grooved track for vehicle play, a bell arch, a bead and wire maze, a shape sorter, gear activity and stacking activity. The model number J04402 or J04411 can be found on a label on the underside of the activity table.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled activity tables and contact Juratoys for a free repair kit.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Nordstrom and Crate and Barrel stores nationwide, online at Amazon.com, Maisonnette.com, Nordstrom.com, and CrateandBarrel.com and at other specialty toy, gift and books stores nationwide and in catalogs from February 2020 through December 2022 for between $65 and $83.

    Manufacturer(s): Juratoys US Corp., of Bloomingdale, Illinois

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Novis PR LLC Issues Voluntary Recall of G-Supress DX Pediatric Drops Due to Incorrect Packaging

    Summary

    Company Announcement Date: May 18, 2023
    FDA Publish Date: May 19, 2023
    Product Type: Drugs, Over-the-Counter Drugs
    Reason for Announcement: Device & Drug Safety/Mislabeling
    Company Name: NOVIS PR LLC
    Brand Name: G-SUPRESS DX
    Product Description: Cough Suppressant, expectorant, nasal decongestant pediatric drops

    Company Announcement

     05/15/23– San Juan, PR, Novis PR LLC is voluntarily recalling Lot D20911 Exp 10/25 of G-Supress DX Pediatric Drops to the consumer level. Some cartons of the product have been found to contain incorrect product inside. Incorrect product inside is an anesthetic/analgesic and not a brand of Novis PR LLC.

    Anesthetic/Analgesic product contains 60% ethyl alcohol and 5% benzocaine. There is a probability of serious adverse events with a product containing alcohol including alcohol toxicity. Infants and young children are prone to profound hypoglycemia coma, and hypothermia from ingesting relatively small amounts of ethanol, and deaths have been reported. Furthermore, the product contains benzocaine but does not include a Warning for methemoglobinemia which is a condition in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells that can be life-threatening. To date, Novis PR LLC has not receive d any reports of adverse events or injuries related to this recall.

    G-Supress DX Pediatric Drops is a cough suppressant, expectorant and nasal decongestant used for the temporarily relief of the common cold symptoms, supplied in 1 oz. bottles packaged in a carton box. Oral anesthetic/analgesic liquid used for temporary relief for the mouth and gums supplied in 0.5 fl. oz. (15 mL) bottles. Lot D20911 was distributed among pharmacies in Puerto Rico.

    Novis PR LLC is notifying its distributors and customers by email and telephone calls and arranging return of recalled lot.  Consumers/distributors/retailers that have affected lot should stop using and return to place of purchase.

    Consumers with questions regarding this recall can contact Novis PR LLC at 787-767-2072 Monday through Friday from 8:00AM – 4:00 pm EST. Consumers should contact their physician or healthcare provider if they have experienced any problems that may be related to taking or using this drug product.

    Adverse reactions or quality problems experienced with the use of this product may be reported to the FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program either online, by regular mail or by fax.

    • Complete and submit the report Online
    • Regular Mail or Fax: Download form or call 1- 800-332-1088 to request a reporting form, then complete and return to the address on the pre-addressed form, or submit by fax to 1-800-FDA-0178

    This recall is being conducted with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

    Spanish Version


    Company Contact Information

    Consumers: Novis PR LLC – 787-767-2072

    Product Photos

    G-SUPRESS DX Product label
    G-SUPRESS DX Product label
  • Diamond Visions Recalls Plush Monkey Toys Due to Choking Hazard

    Recall Date: April 27, 2023

    Recall number: 23-194

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Screaming Plush Monkey Toys

    Hazard: The eyes on the toy can detach, posing a small part choking hazard to children.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Diamond Visions at 866-600-0722 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at jheinzel@diamond-visions.com, or online at https://diamond-visions.com/recall-notice/ or www.diamond-visions.com and click on “recall” for more information.

    Pictures available here:

    Recall Details

    Units: About 6,000

    Description: This recall involves Screaming Plush Monkeys in brown, blue and pink. The monkeys are 23 inches long and make a scream-like sound when the front paw is pressed. The front paws of the plush monkey have Velcro so that the monkey’s arms can be wrapped around a consumer’s neck. Model TM-3280 and Diamond Visions, Inc. are printed on a tag on the monkey.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Diamond Visions for instructions on how to receive a full refund.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Independent hardware and variety stores nationwide from September 2021 through November 2022 for about $6.

    Importer(s): Diamond Visions Inc., of Oak Creek, Wisconsin

    Manufactured In: China

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  • EGL Motor Recalls ACE-branded Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) Due to Violation of Federal ATV Safety Standard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death

    Recall Date: April 27, 2023

    Recall number: 23-191

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: EGL Motor ACE-branded Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs)

    Hazard: The recalled ATVs fail to comply with the requirements of the federal mandatory ATV safety standard. The Ace-branded K125 and C125 models exceed the maximum speed limitations for vehicles intended for children aged 10 and older, posing a risk of high-speed crash. For T125 and C125 models, the parking brakes do not prevent movement of the vehicle, posing a collision hazard to consumers if the vehicle is parked on an incline. ATVs that fail to meet the mandatory safety requirements pose a risk of serious injury or death.

    Remedy: Repair

    Consumer Contact: EGL Motor toll-free at 866-496-9919 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, by email at service@eglmotor.us or online at https://www.eglmotor.us/recall.html or www.eglmotor.us and click on “RECALL” at the top of the page for more information.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/EGL-Motor-Recalls-ACE-branded-Youth-All-Terrain-Vehicles-ATVs-Due-to-Violation-of-Federal-ATV-Safety-Standard-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death

    Recall Details

    Units: About 4,000

    Description: The recall involves EGL Motor’s ACE-branded Youth ATVs, models K125, T125 and C125. The vehicles were sold in various colors including orange, red, blue, pink and green and marketed for children ages 10 and older. The model name “ACE POWER K125,” “ACE POWER T125” or “ACE POWER CONQUEROR” is displayed on both sides of the vehicle. The model number is stamped into the metal plate located on the left side, under the rear body. The phrase “This ATV is subject to EGL MOTOR INC’s action plan approved by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission” is printed on a label located under the model number plate.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ATVs and contact EGL Motor to schedule an appointment for a free repair from an authorized repair shop. The firm will repair reflectors, headlights, chest protector, engine stop switch, parking brake, maximum speeds, and spark arrestor on the recalled models.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: AWL Distribution, BV Powersports, and other authorized dealerships nationwide and online at www.Dmwholesalepowersports.com, www.Jaguarpowersports.com, www.Jlmotorsports.com, www.Powersportsmaxatvs.com, www.Gokartsusa.com, www.Saferwholesale.com, www.Thriftscooters.com, and www.Wholesaleatv.com from May 2020 through March 2022 for between $550 and $2,800.

    Importer(s): EGL Motor Inc., of El Monte, Calif.

    Manufactured In: China

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  • Easter Bunny Necklaces and Boutique Butterfly Jewel Necklaces Recalled Due to High Levels of Cadmium; Imported by Creative Education of Canada

    Recall Date: April 27, 2023

    Recall number: 23-192

    Recall Summary

    Name of Product: Easter Bunny and Boutique Butterfly Jewel Necklaces

    Hazard: The necklaces have high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by children and can cause adverse health effects.

    Remedy: Refund

    Consumer Contact: Creative Education of Canada at 800-982-2642 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at customerservice@greatpretenders.ca or online at www.greatpretenders.ca and click on “Product Recall” for more information or visit https://shopgreatpretenders.com/pages/product-recall.

    Pictures available here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Easter-Bunny-Necklaces-and-Boutique-Butterfly-Jewel-Necklaces-Recalled-Due-to-High-Levels-of-Cadmium-Imported-by-Creative-Education-of-Canada

    Recall Details

    Units: About 4,300

    Description: This recall involves the Easter Bunny Necklace with model number 86140 and the Boutique Butterfly Jewel Necklace with model number 90422 printed on the back of the packaging. The recalled bunny necklaces have a white bunny holding an Easter egg and a gold-colored chain. The recalled butterfly necklaces have blue, pink or purple stones on the butterfly’s wings and a gold-colored chain. They were sold threaded through a white plastic backing. “Great Pretenders” is printed on the tag.

    Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Easter Bunny and Boutique Butterfly Jewel Necklace and contact Creative Education of Canada for a full refund. Consumers should cut the recalled necklace chain in half (with scissors) and provide a photo to the firm as proof of destruction. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.

    Incidents/Injuries: None reported

    Sold At: Toy and gift stores nationwide and online at greatpretenders.ca from January 2023 through March 2023 for about $2 (Easter Bunny necklace) and $4 (Boutique Butterfly Jewel necklace).

    Importer(s): Creative Education of Canada Inc., of Canada

    Manufactured In: China

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  • 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.

    Associated Documents: 

  • 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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