MomToEliEm
05-01-2009, 10:37 AM
Here is a list of new product recalls issued this week: 4/24/09-5/1/09.
Please note this list includes most recalls from CPSC, USDA, FDA, NHTSA (carseats and tires only) and boat recalls from the Coast Guard. I do not include vehicle recalls or USDA/FDA recalls related to undeclared allergins. To view all the recalls including those allergin related recalls, you can go to: http://www.recalls.gov/recent.html to see a full listing from each agency.
Jardine Announces Second Recall Expansion of Cribs Sold by Babies'R'Us; Cribs Pose Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards. Sold at: KidsWorld, Geoffrey Stores, Toys “R” Us, and Babies “R” Us stores nationwide, and at babiesrus.com, from September 2005 through April 2009 for between $220 and $330.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09207.html
Dinosaur Play Sets Recalled by DND Imports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Sold at: DND Trading in Los Angeles throughout December 2008 for about $7.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09203.html
Gap Recalls Children’s Coats; Toggles Can Break and Detach Posing Choking Hazard. Sold at: babyGap, GapKids and Gap Stores nationwide and at www.gap.com from October 2008 through April 2009 for between $20 and $50.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09206.html
Pumpkin Patch Recalls Hooded Girls’ Raincoats with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard. Sold at: Pumpkin Patch stores nationwide and on-line at www.pumpkinpatchusa.com from July 2008 through February 2009 for about $50.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09208.html
Under Armour Recalls Athletic Cups Due To Injury Hazard. Sold at: good stores and Under Armour outlets nationwide and at www.underarmour.com from January 2006 through March 2009 for about $15.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09202.html
Personal Care Products Conducts Nationwide Recall of Non-Acetone Nail Polish Remover Because of Possible Health Risk. The product has been sold nationwide in small discount retail stores
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/personalcare04_09.html
Women’s Chenille Robes Recalled by Blair Due to Burn Hazard. Sold at: Blair catalogs and Web site, and Blair stores in Warren, Pa., Grove City, Pa., and Wilmington, Del., from January 2003 through March 2009 from about $20 to $40.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09200.html
Special and Narita Hair Dryers Recalled by Universalink International Trading Due to Electrocution Hazard. Sold at: Various retail stores in California from June 2003 through October 2008 for about $15.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09205.html
Popcorn Machines Recalled by DTX International Due to Burn Hazard. Sold online at: Discount Tommy (discounttommy.com) and Great American Popcorn Company (greatamericanpopcorn.com) from September 2008 through October 2008 for between $150 and $350.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09738.html
HMI Industries Recalls “Majestic 360” Floor Cleaners Due to Burn Hazard. Sold through: Independent distributors nationwide from September 2004 through August 2006 for about $1800.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09204.html
Leg Curl Fitness Machines Recalled by Paramount Fitness Due To Crushing Hazard. Sold by: Paramount Fitness and fitness specialty dealers nationwide from January 1993 through October 1995 for about $2,400.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09201.html
YAKIMA IS RECALLING CERTAIN QUICKBACK 2, P/NO. 8002621, AND QUICKBACK 3, P/NO. 8002622, TRUNK MOUNTED BIKE RACKS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN DECEMBER 18, 2008 AND JANUARY 28, 2009, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recallsummary.cfm?rcl_campaign_id=09E014000&prod_id=627769&moduletype=EQUIPMENT&make=YAKIMA&model=QUICKBACK%202&veh_model_year=0&searchtype=DrillDown
ADVANCED CARBON COMPOSITES, INC. (ACC) IS RECALLING CERTAIN EXT-003 MOTORCYCLE HELMETS, SIZES S/M, M/L, AND L/XL. THESE HELMETS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE PENETRATION REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 218, "MOTORCYCLE HELMETS."
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recallresults.cfm?start=1&SearchType=QuickSearch&rcl_ID=09E017000&summary=true&PrintVersion=NO
Mucci’s Food Products, Inc. Recalls Frozen "Mama Mucci's Pasta" Meat and Poultry Pasta Products Produced without Inspection. The frozen meat and poultry pasta products were distributed to restaurants in Southeast Michigan, and to brokers and distributors in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, and Ohio.
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_017_2009_Release/index.asp
Kleen-Pak Recalls Spinach Because Of Possible Health Risk. The recalled spinach was distributed locally in retail stores and food wholesalers in Wisconsin, the Chicago area, and Minnesota.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/kleen04_09.html
TV Food LLC Recalls "Curry Spice" Because of Possible Health Risk. The recalled “Curry Spice” was distributed to only two retail stores in Northern California: Richmond New May Wah Supermarket on 711-719 Clement Street in S.F., CA. and New Saigon Supermarket on 950 International Blvd in Oakland, CA.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/tvfood04_09.html
Lion Pavilion, Ltd., a Brooklyn, NY establishment, is recalling approximately 16,213 pounds of "Lion Pavilion HOT-POT SEASONING CONTAINING BOVINE CATTLE FAT" seasoning products, which contain cattle by-products, that were ineligible for import to the U.S. The beef products were imported from China and sent to retail establishments nationwide.
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_018_2009_Release/index.asp
Land O’Lakes Purina Feed has initiated a limited voluntary recall of a single lot of a Country Acres® poultry feed product, due to the potential for higher than acceptable levels of salt. The product was manufactured at a St. Joseph, Mo., feed plant and was distributed to dealers in a four-state region (northeastern Oklahoma, eastern / central Kansas, western Arkansas, and western Missouri).
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/landolakes04_09.html
Disetronic Medical Systems Inc. (a member of the Roche Group) announces a recall (field corrective action) of the ACCU-CHEK® Spirit insulin pump due to “up” and/or “down” button failures.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/disetronic04_09.html
Nature & Health Co. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Libimax, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement. Testing on Libimax samples found the product contains tadalafil, an active ingredient of an FDA-approved drug for erectile dysfunction (ED), making Libimax an unapproved drug. FDA advised that this poses a threat to consumers because tadalafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/naturehealth04_09.html
Peanut and Pistachio Recalls:
Premier Nutrition Announces Precautionary, Voluntary Nationwide Recall of selected ODYSSEY Branded Bars Containing Peanuts Due to Possible Health Risk. These products were sold in grocery, warehouse and other retail stores throughout the United States as well as over the internet.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/premier04_09.html
Setton International Foods, Inc. Clarifies Product and Identification Codes of Recalled Retail and Bulk Products to include Fairway brand, Corrado's brand, Setton Farms brand mixed nuts and pistachio products.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/setton404_09.html
Austinuts Wholesale, Inc. Announces Voluntary Recall of Pistachio Kernels, Deluxe Nut Mix, and Gourmet Nut Mix Products. The Pistachio Kernels, Deluxe Nut Mix and Gourmet Nut Mix were only distributed in Texas.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/austinuts04_09.html
Torn & Glasser Recalls Pistachio Products Because of Possible Health Risk. This product was distributed through wholesalers and cash customer sales. These were sold in CA, AZ, CO, TX, MO, MD, PA, HI, UT, NJ,NE, NV, NM, OK, IL and LA.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/tornglasser04_09.html
Klein's Naturals Conducts Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Various Pistachio Products Due To Possible Health Risk. The recalled products were distributed nationwide through retail stores and wholesale customers.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/kleins04_09.html
Please note this list includes most recalls from CPSC, USDA, FDA, NHTSA (carseats and tires only) and boat recalls from the Coast Guard. I do not include vehicle recalls or USDA/FDA recalls related to undeclared allergins. To view all the recalls including those allergin related recalls, you can go to: http://www.recalls.gov/recent.html to see a full listing from each agency.
Jardine Announces Second Recall Expansion of Cribs Sold by Babies'R'Us; Cribs Pose Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards. Sold at: KidsWorld, Geoffrey Stores, Toys “R” Us, and Babies “R” Us stores nationwide, and at babiesrus.com, from September 2005 through April 2009 for between $220 and $330.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09207.html
Dinosaur Play Sets Recalled by DND Imports Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard. Sold at: DND Trading in Los Angeles throughout December 2008 for about $7.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09203.html
Gap Recalls Children’s Coats; Toggles Can Break and Detach Posing Choking Hazard. Sold at: babyGap, GapKids and Gap Stores nationwide and at www.gap.com from October 2008 through April 2009 for between $20 and $50.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09206.html
Pumpkin Patch Recalls Hooded Girls’ Raincoats with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard. Sold at: Pumpkin Patch stores nationwide and on-line at www.pumpkinpatchusa.com from July 2008 through February 2009 for about $50.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09208.html
Under Armour Recalls Athletic Cups Due To Injury Hazard. Sold at: good stores and Under Armour outlets nationwide and at www.underarmour.com from January 2006 through March 2009 for about $15.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09202.html
Personal Care Products Conducts Nationwide Recall of Non-Acetone Nail Polish Remover Because of Possible Health Risk. The product has been sold nationwide in small discount retail stores
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/personalcare04_09.html
Women’s Chenille Robes Recalled by Blair Due to Burn Hazard. Sold at: Blair catalogs and Web site, and Blair stores in Warren, Pa., Grove City, Pa., and Wilmington, Del., from January 2003 through March 2009 from about $20 to $40.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09200.html
Special and Narita Hair Dryers Recalled by Universalink International Trading Due to Electrocution Hazard. Sold at: Various retail stores in California from June 2003 through October 2008 for about $15.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09205.html
Popcorn Machines Recalled by DTX International Due to Burn Hazard. Sold online at: Discount Tommy (discounttommy.com) and Great American Popcorn Company (greatamericanpopcorn.com) from September 2008 through October 2008 for between $150 and $350.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09738.html
HMI Industries Recalls “Majestic 360” Floor Cleaners Due to Burn Hazard. Sold through: Independent distributors nationwide from September 2004 through August 2006 for about $1800.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09204.html
Leg Curl Fitness Machines Recalled by Paramount Fitness Due To Crushing Hazard. Sold by: Paramount Fitness and fitness specialty dealers nationwide from January 1993 through October 1995 for about $2,400.
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09201.html
YAKIMA IS RECALLING CERTAIN QUICKBACK 2, P/NO. 8002621, AND QUICKBACK 3, P/NO. 8002622, TRUNK MOUNTED BIKE RACKS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN DECEMBER 18, 2008 AND JANUARY 28, 2009, SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT ON VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES.
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recallsummary.cfm?rcl_campaign_id=09E014000&prod_id=627769&moduletype=EQUIPMENT&make=YAKIMA&model=QUICKBACK%202&veh_model_year=0&searchtype=DrillDown
ADVANCED CARBON COMPOSITES, INC. (ACC) IS RECALLING CERTAIN EXT-003 MOTORCYCLE HELMETS, SIZES S/M, M/L, AND L/XL. THESE HELMETS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE PENETRATION REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 218, "MOTORCYCLE HELMETS."
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/recallresults.cfm?start=1&SearchType=QuickSearch&rcl_ID=09E017000&summary=true&PrintVersion=NO
Mucci’s Food Products, Inc. Recalls Frozen "Mama Mucci's Pasta" Meat and Poultry Pasta Products Produced without Inspection. The frozen meat and poultry pasta products were distributed to restaurants in Southeast Michigan, and to brokers and distributors in California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Michigan, Missouri, and Ohio.
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_017_2009_Release/index.asp
Kleen-Pak Recalls Spinach Because Of Possible Health Risk. The recalled spinach was distributed locally in retail stores and food wholesalers in Wisconsin, the Chicago area, and Minnesota.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/kleen04_09.html
TV Food LLC Recalls "Curry Spice" Because of Possible Health Risk. The recalled “Curry Spice” was distributed to only two retail stores in Northern California: Richmond New May Wah Supermarket on 711-719 Clement Street in S.F., CA. and New Saigon Supermarket on 950 International Blvd in Oakland, CA.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/tvfood04_09.html
Lion Pavilion, Ltd., a Brooklyn, NY establishment, is recalling approximately 16,213 pounds of "Lion Pavilion HOT-POT SEASONING CONTAINING BOVINE CATTLE FAT" seasoning products, which contain cattle by-products, that were ineligible for import to the U.S. The beef products were imported from China and sent to retail establishments nationwide.
http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_018_2009_Release/index.asp
Land O’Lakes Purina Feed has initiated a limited voluntary recall of a single lot of a Country Acres® poultry feed product, due to the potential for higher than acceptable levels of salt. The product was manufactured at a St. Joseph, Mo., feed plant and was distributed to dealers in a four-state region (northeastern Oklahoma, eastern / central Kansas, western Arkansas, and western Missouri).
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/landolakes04_09.html
Disetronic Medical Systems Inc. (a member of the Roche Group) announces a recall (field corrective action) of the ACCU-CHEK® Spirit insulin pump due to “up” and/or “down” button failures.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/disetronic04_09.html
Nature & Health Co. Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Libimax, a Product Marketed as a Dietary Supplement. Testing on Libimax samples found the product contains tadalafil, an active ingredient of an FDA-approved drug for erectile dysfunction (ED), making Libimax an unapproved drug. FDA advised that this poses a threat to consumers because tadalafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/naturehealth04_09.html
Peanut and Pistachio Recalls:
Premier Nutrition Announces Precautionary, Voluntary Nationwide Recall of selected ODYSSEY Branded Bars Containing Peanuts Due to Possible Health Risk. These products were sold in grocery, warehouse and other retail stores throughout the United States as well as over the internet.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/premier04_09.html
Setton International Foods, Inc. Clarifies Product and Identification Codes of Recalled Retail and Bulk Products to include Fairway brand, Corrado's brand, Setton Farms brand mixed nuts and pistachio products.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/setton404_09.html
Austinuts Wholesale, Inc. Announces Voluntary Recall of Pistachio Kernels, Deluxe Nut Mix, and Gourmet Nut Mix Products. The Pistachio Kernels, Deluxe Nut Mix and Gourmet Nut Mix were only distributed in Texas.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/austinuts04_09.html
Torn & Glasser Recalls Pistachio Products Because of Possible Health Risk. This product was distributed through wholesalers and cash customer sales. These were sold in CA, AZ, CO, TX, MO, MD, PA, HI, UT, NJ,NE, NV, NM, OK, IL and LA.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/tornglasser04_09.html
Klein's Naturals Conducts Nationwide Voluntary Recall of Various Pistachio Products Due To Possible Health Risk. The recalled products were distributed nationwide through retail stores and wholesale customers.
http://www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/kleins04_09.html