Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 10, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Blaze Jelled Chafing Fuel
This recall involves Blaze Jelled Chafing Fuel by Metro Ontario Inc. The product contains methyl alcohol and is used to generate instant clean fire for cooking in various environments.
The recalled jelled chafing fuel was sold in small metal containers as single units and as a two-pack, and can be identified by the UPC 794666781002 on the two-pack and the UPC 094922637024 on the single unit.
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| Companies
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Metro Ontario Inc. of Toronto, Ontario
, Serve-Rite, LLC of Ronkonkoma, New Jersey
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| Hazard Identified
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The recalled products do not meet the labelling requirements for Consumer Chemical Products under Canadian Law.
The lack of labelling information, including appropriate warnings, may lead to serious injury or property damage.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and dispose of them as per Municipal Hazardous Waste Guidelines.
For more information, consumers may contact Metro Ontario Inc.
Customer Care at 1-877-763-7374.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 21,960 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from October 2009 to January 2012.
Manufactured in the United States of America.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 10, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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RedHead Hubstyle Promo Hunting Blind
This recall involves the Redhead Hubstyle Promo Hunting Blind. The blind is constructed of polyester fabric with black coating on the interior and Real Tree AP camouflage printed pattern on the exterior.
The blind has no floor and is lightweight. The product's dimensions are 147 centimetres x 147 centimetres x 165 centimetres (58 inches x 58 inches x 65 inches). The blind can be identified by SKU #1795687 and by the Model Number RB-1003, shown on the warning label sewn to the interior of the hunting blind near the door access.
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| Companies
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Bass Pro Shops of Rocky View, Alberta
, Bass Pro Shops of Springfield, Missouri
, Bass Pro Shops of Vaughan, Ontario
, Hangzhou Huafang I/E Co Ltd, Hangzhou, Zhejiang
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| Hazard Identified
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The company's internal testing has revealed that the materials used in hunting blinds do not meet the requirements for tent flammability under Canadian law. The hunting blind could easily catch fire if exposed to a flame or other ignition source.
Neither Bass Pro Shops nor Health Canada has received any reports of injuries to Canadians related to the use of the affected hunting blind.
For more information about tent related hazards, visit Health Canada: Tents.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the hunting blind and return it in any condition to Bass Pro Shops for a full refund or store credit.
For more information, consumers may contact Bass Pro Shops at 1-888-287-2347.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 331 of the recalled hunting blinds were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled hunting blinds were sold from August 2011 to October 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 9, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Tassimo Nabob and Gevalia brand Espresso T Discs
Joint Recall with, Kraft Canada Inc., Health Canada and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
The recalled espresso T Discs are plastic discs filled with coffee and used in the Tassimo coffeemakers to brew espresso, cappuccino and latte drinks. The recalled espresso T Discs were sold under the Gevalia and Nabob brands and were manufactured between August 2011 and January 2012. The recalled espresso T Discs were sold alone (8 or 16 per package) or with milk T Discs as part of Cappuccino, Latte or Skinny Latte drinks (8 espresso T Discs per package) or as part of a variety pack unit (58 T Discs per unit including 8 espresso T Discs).
The T Discs included in this recall include the following espresso T Discs:
| UPC |
Product Name |
Code Range |
| 43000 01544 |
Tassimo Gevalia Decaf Cappuccino |
11213-12020 |
| 43000 02176 |
Tassimo Gevalia Decaf Espresso |
| 43000 02758 |
Tassimo Gevalia Skinny Cappuccino |
| 60200 98792 |
Tassimo Nabob Latte |
| 60200 98788 |
Tassimo Nabob Cappuccino |
| 60200 98789 |
Tassimo Nabob Espresso |
| 60200 98780 |
Tassimo Nabob Skinny Latte |
| 60200 00103 |
Tassimo Nabob Decaf Cappuccino |
| 60200 00104 |
Tassimo Nabob Variety Pack |
Certain additional espresso T DISCs (not sold by Kraft Canada) are also being recalled in the United States. For a list of all affected espresso T-DISCs in both Canada and the United States, please visit the Tassimo Recall website.
Only espresso T Discs from the drinks listed above, with code information ending between 11213 and 12020 are included in the recall. The code information is printed on a side panel of the package and on the foil lid of the espresso T Disc.
The recalled espresso T Discs were sold in Canada and the United States. No other T Discs are affected by this recall.
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| Companies
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Kraft Canada Inc.
, Kraft Foods Global, Inc.
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| Hazard Identified
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Due to a manufacturing defect, the recalled espresso T Discs can become clogged, and during brewing or upon opening of the brewing mechanism, hot liquid and/or coffee grounds could spray onto consumers and bystanders, posing a burn hazard.
There have been 21 reports from consumers in Canada (15) and in the United States (6) of hot liquid and/or coffee grounds spraying onto consumers and bystanders, including 4 reports of second-degree burns.
Health Canada has received no reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of the T Discs.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should stop using the recalled espresso T Discs and contact the Tassimo Recall Website or Tassimo hotline to obtain a refund.
For more information, consumers may contact the company by telephone toll-free at 1-866-918-8763 between 8 AM and 8 PM ET Monday through Friday and between 8AM and 1PM ET on Saturday. Consumers may also visit the Tassimo Recall website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 4 million packages of the affected espresso T Discs were produced (Canada - 1.9 million and the United States - 2.1 million).
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected T Discs were sold at retailers across Canada and the United States, and on various websites including through www.tassimo.ca from August 2011 through February 2012.
Manufactured in the United States
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 9, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Tassimo Single Cup Coffee Makers under the Bosch brand name.
Joint Recall with BSH Home Appliances Corporation (BSH), Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
This recall involves Tassimo brewers and the Tassimo Professional brewer made by BSH. The brewer uses plastic discs (T Discs) that are filled with coffee or tea to brew hot drinks. "BOSCH" and "TASSIMO" are printed on the front of the brewers sold to consumers. "TASSIMO PROFESSIONAL" is printed on the front of the professional model. The Bosch brand brewers were sold in black, white, anthracite, gray, silver, red, titanium and white/gray colours. The Tassimo Professional brewers were sold only in black.
The following brewer model numbers and date codes are included in this recall. The model number and date code are located on the bottom of the brewer. No other Tassimo brewer is affected by this recall.
| Brand |
Model Numbers That Begin With: |
Date Codes Beginning with FD and Within the Range of: |
| Bosch® |
TAS100 |
FD 8806 through 9109 |
| TAS200 |
| TAS451 |
| TAS46 |
| TAS651 |
Tassimo Professional |
TAS6512CUL |
FD 8905 through 9109 |
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| Companies
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BSH Home Appliances Corporation, of Irvine, California
, BSH Home Appliances Ltd., of Canada
, Various retailers of coffee brewers throughout Canada.
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| Hazard Identified
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The T Disc that holds the coffee or tea can burst and spray hot liquid, coffee grounds and/or tea leaves onto consumers using the brewer and onto bystanders, posing a burn hazard.
There have been 140 reports from consumers in Canada (61) and in the United States (79) who have come into contact with hot liquid, coffee grounds and/or tea leaves discharged from the brewer, including 37 reports of second-degree burn injuries.
Health Canada has received no reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these brewers.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Tassimo brewers and visit the Tassimo recall website or call the Tassimo hotline to order a free replacement T Disc holder for the brewing mechanism.
For more information, consumers may visit the Tassimo Recall Website or contact the firm toll-free at 1-866-918-8763 between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. ET Monday - Friday and between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. ET Saturday.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 900,000 recalled brewers were sold in Canada and about 835,000 were sold in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled brewers were sold at various retail stores across Canada and the United States from June 2008 through February 2012.
A Tassimo Professional brand model (TAS6512CUL) was sold directly to hotels and other food service providers, and those customers are being contacted directly.
Manufactured in Slovenia and China.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 3, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Baby Bibs
This voluntary recall involves various models of children's bibs sold under item numbers 19-1900392 and 19-3018618. Each item number corresponds to various styles and colours (see images below).
The front of the bib is made of fabric while the back of the bib has a lining made of soft vinyl. The CA number on the label is 56069.
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| Companies
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Dollarama L.P/S.E.C. of Montreal, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the bibs' lining contains a phthalate, specifically DEHP (Di(2-ethylhexyl) Phthalate), which exceeds the allowable limit.
Studies suggest that certain phthalates, including DEHP, may cause reproductive and developmental abnormalities in young children when soft vinyl products containing phthalates are sucked or chewed for extended periods.
Neither Health Canada nor Dollarama has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of these bibs.
For more information on the health risks of phthalates exposure, visit Health Canada's: Phthalates Fact Sheet.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled bibs away from children and dispose of them.
For more information, consumers may contact Dollarama by telephone at 1-888-755-1006 or by e-mail.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 111,000 of the recalled bibs were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled bibs were sold from July 2011 (item 19-1900392) and August 2011 (item 19-3018618) to January 2012.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 3, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Britax Chaperone Infant Car Seats
Recall by Britax Child Safety Inc., as announced by Transport Canada
This recall involves the following Britax Chaperone infant car seats:
| Brand |
Model |
Model Year(s) Affected |
| Britax |
Chaperone E9L952J
(Black/Silver)
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2010 2011 |
| Britax |
Chaperone E9L952K
(Red)
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2010 2011 |
| Britax |
Chaperone E9L952L
(Cowmooflage)
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2010 2011 |
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| Companies
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Britax Child Safety, Inc. of Charlotte, North Carolina
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| Hazard Identified
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On certain car seats, the rivet used to secure the harness adjuster (also known as the A-Loc) to the seat shell may have been incorrectly installed and could fail. If the harness adjuster detaches from the seat shell, the harness system would no longer be able to properly restrain the child seat occupant. This could increase the risk of personal injury during a vehicle crash.
The company has received approximately 57 reports of incidents in the United States and 3 reports in Canada. Transport Canada has received no reports related to this problem.
Health Canada has received no reports of incidents or injuries associated with the use of these affected infant car seats.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers are advised to contact Britax Child Safety, Inc. at their toll-free number 1-888-427-4829 to request a repair kit free of charge.
Given that the risk of injury resulting from this deficiency is considered high, Britax Child Safety, Inc. has indicated that the public should discontinue use of the product if the harness adjuster has separated from the shell of the car seat and should contact them immediately.
For more information, consumers may visit the firm's website.
Consumers may also contact Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0371 or view the release on Transport Canada's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 3,600 of the recalled infant car seats were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The time period during which the recalled infant seats were sold is unknown.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 3, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Bumbleride Indie & Bumbleride Indie Twin strollers
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Bumbleride Inc.
This recall involves the Bumbleride Indie (Model I-205) and Bumbleride Indie Twin (Model IT-305) strollers.
The Bumbleride Indie is a 3-wheel all terrain stroller manufactured between January 2009 and September 2011. The date of manufacture sticker can be found on the right side of the stroller.
The Bumbleride Indie Twin is a 4-wheel all terrain stroller manufactured between January 2009 and August 2011. The date of manufacture sticker can be found on the underside of the handle of the stroller.
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| Companies
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Bumbleride Inc. of San Diego, USA
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| Hazard Identified
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The front wheel can break potentially causing the stroller to become unstable and flip over.
The company has received 5 reports of incidents in Canada. None of the incidents resulted in serious injury.
There have been 36 incidents in the United States of the front wheel cracking, including two reports of the stroller tipping over resulting in minor injuries.
Health Canada has not received any reports of injuries to Canadians related to the use of these strollers.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the stroller and contact Bumbleride Inc. to obtain a free repair kit.
For more information, consumers may contact Bumbleride by phone at 1-800-530-3930 or by visiting the firm's website at http://www.support.bumbleride.com,
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 2700 of the recalled strollers were sold in Canada.
Approximately 28,000 of the recalled strollers were sold in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled strollers were sold from January 2009 to January 2012.
Manufactured in the United States of America.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 3, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Coleman, Coleman Evcon and Red T brand furnaces
Joint Recall with Unitary Products Group (UPG) of York International Corp., Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
Re-Announcement of US CPSC November 15, 2004 Release
This recall involves Coleman, Coleman Evcon and Red T brand furnaces which are silver in color with white access panels.
Recalled product can be identified by the brand name located in the middle of the front access panel in addition to one of the below model numbers listed on the nameplate.
| model numbers listed on the nameplate |
| DGAM075BDD |
DGAT070BDD |
DGAT075BDD |
DLAS075BDD |
| DGAM075BDE |
DGAT070BDE |
DGAT075BDE |
DLAS075BDE |
| DGAM075BDF |
DGAT070BDF |
DGAT075BDF |
DLAS075BDF |
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| Companies
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Unitary Products Group of York International Corp., of York, Pennsylvania
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| Hazard Identified
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The furnaces can overheat causing the heat exchanger to crack, burn-through and in extreme cases cause furnace wrapper burn-through. This can lead to heating and possible burning of the drywall and other combustibles adjacent to the furnace, which poses a risk of significant property damage, personal injury or death.
The firm has received a total of 393 incident reports. Five of these reports occurred in Canada.
Health Canada has received no reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these furnaces.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the heating functions on these furnaces until they have been inspected and repaired.
To schedule a free inspection and repair, consumers may contact UPG toll-free at 1-888-665-4640 between 8AM and 5 PM (Central Time), or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 2,373 recalled furnaces were sold in Canada; approximately 223,627 units of the recalled furnaces were sold in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled furnaces were sold from 1995 to November 2000.
Manufactured in the United States.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 3, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Discovery Kids Animated Marine and Safari Lamps
This recall involves the Discovery Kids Animated Marine and Safari Lamps distributed by MerchSource, LLC. The affected lamps can be identified as follows:
- Model: 1641522; UPC:694202307748
- Model: 1641523; UPC:694202307755
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| Companies
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MerchSource, LLC of Foothill Ranch, California
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| Hazard Identified
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The affected products have not been tested to determine whether they are compliant with the Canadian Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Neither MerchSource, LLC nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these affected lamps.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected lamps and return them to any Bed Bath & Beyond store in Canada for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact MerchSource, LLC toll-free at 1-888-232-1535 between 9 AM and 5 PM PT Monday through Friday for instructions regarding returns and refunds.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 6,006 units of the affected lamps were distributed to Bed Bath and Beyond stores in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected lamps were sold from October 2009 to January 2012.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 3, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Safety 1st Push 'n Snap Cabinet Lock
This recall involves Safety 1st Push 'n Snap Cabinet Locks manufactured prior to December 2010. The manufacture date is found on the back of the lock as a date wheel imprinted in the plastic; an arrow points to the month of manufacture and the numbers to the left and right of the arrow represent the year. Additionally, item number 48391 is imprinted on the back of the lock. The outer packaging shows item number 48391 or 48442.
The product is a beige plastic cabinet lock which attaches to cabinet knobs or handles using integrated ratchet straps. There is a green diamond shaped button on the front of the lock.
Cabinet locks manufactured in or after December 2010 are not affected by this recall.
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| Companies
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Dorel Distribution Canada of Ville St-Laurent, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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The cabinet locks can open easily when cabinet doors are pulled upon. As a result, cabinets that are expected to remain closed when these locks are used may be opened by young children posing an accessibility risk of the cabinet contents to these individuals.
Dorel Distribution Canada has received 45 reports of incidents related to this hazard, with one reported case of a child swallowing a cleaning fluid. Health Canada has received one report of an incident related to the use of these cabinet locks. None of these incidents resulted in injury.
For more information on the hazards of household chemicals, see Health Canada's:
Is your Child Safe? - Household Chemicals,
Aim for Safety, Target the Label, and
Do You Know What These Symbols Mean?
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected cabinet lock and visit Dorel Distribution Canada's website to complete an online order form to obtain a free replacement lock.
Consumers may also call the Consumer Relations toll-free number 1-866-762-3212 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Consumers should not return product to retail stores.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 153,293 of the recalled locks were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled locks were sold from July 2008 to February 2012.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 3, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Splat Shot - Marvel Spider Sense Spiderman, Splat Ball - Marvel Spider Sense Spiderman, Splat Shot Disc - Marvel Spider Sense Spiderman by Tech4Kids Inc. (Globe Dragon Technology Development Ltd.)
This recall involves the basic product kit containing two red "splat" balls (sticky exterior, light rubber balls filled with liquid) with a black Spiderman logo and two graphic catcher paddles. Individual Marvel Spider Sense Spiderman Splat Balls and Marvel Spider Sense Spiderman Splat Discs, each containing a black Spiderman logo, were also sold separately. The following toys are affected.
| Product Name |
Item Number |
UPC |
| Splat Shot - Marvel Spider Sense Spiderman |
DT35657 |
8-1775835657-6 |
| Splat Ball - Marvel Spider Sense Spiderman |
DT35735 |
8-1775835735-1 |
| Splat Shot Disc - Marvel Spider Sense Spiderman |
DT36023 |
8-1775836023-8 |
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| Companies
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Js Vision Ltd./Miracle Toys Ltd.,Kowloon, Hong Kong
, Tech4Kids Inc.,Mississauga, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada has determined from test results obtained from the company that the recalled toy contains the toxic substance, bronopol. The amount of bronopol in the product may be at a level that is considered to be toxic and is strictly prohibited in Canada if the substance can be released from the toy on breakage. The Spider Sense Splat Shot liquid-filled balls have demonstrated the potential to burst and therefore can be accessible causing irritation and inflammation to the skin and eyes.
Health Canada has received one incident report, and Tech4Kids Inc. received two additional incident reports. One incident resulted in a child suffering from irritation and inflammation to the face and eyes.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's: Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy and return it to the retailer where it was purchased for a refund. If you believe that your child may have been exposed to the contents of the product, and is showing signs of irritation or inflammation to the skin or eyes, contact your family physician.
For more information, consumers may contact Tech4Kids Inc. at 1-800-359-6088 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday (except holidays), visit their website www.tech4kids.com or email Tech4Kids Inc. at mailto:toys@tech4kids.com.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 41,000 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from November 2010 to January 2012.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 2, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Overarching Floor Lamp
This recall involves the Overarching Floor Lamp distributed by West Elm. The lamp has a polished nickel base and curving arm, and was sold with a linen shade in a choice of three colours: natural, white and charcoal.
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| Companies
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Modern Home Lighting Inc.
, Williams-Sonoma Canada, Inc., a division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., of San Francisco, California
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| Hazard Identified
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An electrical short-circuit can occur in the lamp's wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
The firm is aware of at least 39 reports of short-circuits in the lamp in the United States where about 5,750 units were sold, including three reports of shock, one report of a minor burn to a consumer's finger, and two reports of minor property damage. The firm is not aware of any reports of incidents in Canada.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents injuries to Canadians related to the use of these affected lamps.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected lamp and return it to West Elm to receive a refund.
For more information, consumers may contact West Elm at 1-855-236-1941 between 7 AM and midnight ET seven days a week.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 143 units of the affected lamps were sold at West Elm stores in Canada and 8 units were sold through the West Elm website.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected lamps were sold from March 2011 to November 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Feb 1, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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"Honey Bunny" Infant Terry Bib with Pocket
This recall involves the "Honey Bunny" infant terry bib with pocket. The pocket and back of the bib are made of vinyl material. The product was available in various trim colours and designs.
The product is identified by style number BB52 and UPC 773299000524. Products with different style numbers and UPC may also present a similar problem.
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| Companies
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Abond Corporation, Lachine, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the bib contains phthalates which exceed the allowable limit. Specifically, the front pocket contains DEHP Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate) and DBP (Dibutylphtalate) and the back lining contains DEHP (Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate).
Studies suggest that certain phthalates, including DEHP and DBP, may cause reproductive and developmental abnormalities in young children when soft vinyl products containing phthalates are sucked or chewed for extended periods.
Neither Health Canada nor Abond Corporation has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of these bibs.
For more information on the health risks of phthalates exposure, visit Health Canada's: Phthalates Fact Sheet.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled bib away from children and dispose of them in regular household garbage.
For more information, consumers may contact Abond Corp. at 1-800-886-7947 or 1-514-636-7979, Mon-Fri 9 AM to 5 PM, via e-mail at info@abondcorp.com or go to www.abondcorp.com.
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| Number Sold
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An unknown number of the recalled bibs were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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Abond Corporation sold the bibs from October 2002 to November 2005; however the products remained available for sale at retail locations until January 2012.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Jan 31, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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HP Fax 1040 and HP Fax 1050
This recall involves the HP Fax 1040 and HP Fax 1050 models. The HP logo and model number are printed on the front of the fax machine. The fax machines are dark gray in colour and measure 365 millimetres wide by 270 millimetres high.
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| Companies
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Hewlett-Packard (Canada) Co. of Mississauga, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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The fax machine can overheat due to an internal electrical component failure, posing fire and burn hazard.
Hewlett-Packard Company (HP) is aware of one incident in Ontario, Canada that resulted in minor damage to a desk and wall. HP is aware of six other incidents in the United States of America.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these fax machines.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fax machines and contact HP for a rebate on the purchase of a replacement HP fax machine or designated HP ink jet printers.
For more information, consumers may contact HP toll-free at 1-888-654-9269 between 6 AM and 6 PM MT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 201,000 units of the recalled fax machines were sold at electronics, computer and office stores across Canada, and on-line, including Best Buy, Office Depot and Staples.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled fax machines were sold from November 2004 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 31, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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UPPAbaby Adapter for Peg Perego Car Seat
This recall involves an adapter that allows a Peg Perego Primo Viaggio Car Seat to attach onto an UPPAbaby Vista Stroller frame. The adapter is two pieces that attach to the right and left side of the stroller frame. It is sold separately from the stroller and the car seat and can be identified by SKU-0091.
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| Companies
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5514KM Corporation of Toronto, Ontario
, UPPAbaby of Hingham, Massachusetts, USA
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| Hazard Identified
|
The plastic pins on the adapter, which the infant car seat latches onto can break. This pin breaking can cause the infant car seat to disengage from the stroller frame causing a fall hazard for the occupant of the car seat.
Health Canada has received 15 reports of the pins breaking off the adapters. No injuries have been reported.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the affected adapters and contact the distributor 5514KM Corporation to arrange to receive a free replacement adapter.
The company can be reached on their customer service line at 1-888-502-5514 ext 444 between 9 AM and 4:30 PM ET, Monday through Friday, or by email.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 879 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from May 2011 to November 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 27, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Olsen Direct Vent Oil Furnaces
This recall involves certain models of Olsen direct vent oil furnaces. The furnaces are grey in colour and come in various sizes. The name "Olsen" is found the front panel.
The model number can be found on the furnace rating plate of the furnace. The model numbers included in this recall are:
| Model Number |
Furnace Rating Plate Location |
| BML80BB2U |
Inside the side panel |
| HML80B2U |
Inside the side panel |
| HMLV80CB2U |
Inside the side panel |
| WML80CB2U |
On the exterior cabinet |
|
| Companies
|
ECR International, Inc., of Utica, New York, USA
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The pressure switch that senses a blocked flue may not function properly. This could result in soot migrating into the living space.
Neither ECR International, Inc. nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these affected furnaces.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers who purchased Olsen furnaces within the time frame should check the furnace rating plate for the model number and verify their product is not affected by calling ECR International.
Olsen is offering a free service repair for affected products. The upgrade needs to be performed by a service provider only.
For more information, consumers may contact ECR International, Inc. at 1-800-241-5501.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 59 units of the affected furnaces were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected furnaces were sold from August 2010 to March 2011.
Manufactured in the United States of America.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 26, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Tumblekins Wooden vehicles and playsets
Expansion of December 2011 Recall
This recall involves all Tumblekins vehicle and playsets. Each painted wooden toy comes with a wooden character that tumbles and rolls as the vehicle is pushed or pulled. Designed for ages 12m+.
| Product Name |
Item Number |
| Fire Station |
T05000 |
| Farm Playset |
T05001 |
| Police Car |
T05002 |
| Roadster |
T05003 |
| Off Roader |
T05004 |
| School Bus |
T05005 |
| Fire Truck |
T05006 |
|
| Companies
|
International Playthings LLC of Parsippany, New Jersey
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Small parts can detach posing a choking hazard to young children. If small parts detach, sharp points can be exposed posing a laceration hazard.
Health Canada has received one report of an incident relating to this product. No injury has been involved.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and help them keep children safe when they play with these toys see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the toy away from children and contact International Playthings for information on how to receive a replacement toy.
For more information, consumers may contact International Playthings LLC at 1-800-445-8347 between 8AM and 5PM EST Monday through Friday or e-mail International Playthings at recall@intplay.com.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 4,162 of the recalled toys were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled toys were sold from March 2011 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 25, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Nitto Bicycle Handlebar
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Euro Asia Imports.
This recall involves Nitto aluminum bicycle handlebars with model number B259AA. They were sold in the following colours: red, blue, black, gold, green, pink and silver.
"Nitto" and "B259" are printed at the end of the handlebars.
|
| Companies
|
Euro Asia Imports, La Crescenta, United States
, Nitto Co. Ltd., Kawaguchi, Japan
, The Merry Sales Co., South San Francisco, United States
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The handlebars can break causing loss of control and resulting in a crash.
Two incidents of the handlebars breaking have been reported to the CPSC, including one involving a fall and a cut to the rider's leg.
Neither Health Canada nor the Euro Asia Imports has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of the bicycle handlebars.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled handlebars and contact Euro Asia Imports to receive free replacement handlebars.
For additional information, consumers may contact Euro Asia Imports toll-free at 1-888-662-1814 between 8 AM and 5 PM PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 62 of the recalled handlebars were exclusively sold at bike shops in Vancouver and Montreal.
Approximately 2,000 of the recalled handlebars were in the United States.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled handlebars were sold from January 2008 to July 2011.
Manufactured in Japan.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 25, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Time 4 Crafts Kid's Apron
This recall involves a children's craft apron sold under the name "Time 4 Crafts Kid's Apron". The apron is yellow vinyl with blue trim, ties around the waist and neck and three pockets in the front.
The product is identified by Item number 16625 and UPC 062823166257.
|
| Companies
|
CTG Brands Inc. of Vaughan, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the kid's apron contains a phthalate, specifically DEHP (Di-Ethylhexyl Phthalate), which exceeds the allowable limit.
Studies suggest that certain phthalates, including DEHP, may cause reproductive and developmental abnormalities in young children when soft vinyl products containing phthalates are sucked or chewed for extended periods.
Neither Health Canada nor CTG Brands Inc. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the health risks of phthalates exposure, visit Health Canada's: Phthalates Fact Sheet.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the product from children and dispose of it in regular household garbage.
For more information, consumers may contact Customer Service, CTG Brands Inc. at 1-905-761-3330.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 22,440 of the recalled aprons were sold at various dollar and discount stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from February 2008 to January 2012.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 23, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
The Cadbury Complete Egg Hunting Kit (including plush bunny toy)
This recall involves the Cadbury Complete Egg Hunting Kit identifiable by the UPC 6120022818. The kit is a shrink wrapped purple box which contains two pouches of 39g Cadbury Mini Eggs, three 34g Cadbury Creme Eggs, 27 various chocolate eggs and one plush clucking bunny toy. The bunny is 8.9 centimetres x 7.6 centimetres x 6.4 centimetres (3.5" x 3" x 2.5") in size, white in colour and has a purple neck tie with Cadbury written on it. The bunny makes a clucking sound when squeezed. The best before dates for this product are: 2012 AL 01 and 2012 JL 01.
|
| Companies
|
FX Copacking and Logistics of Mississauga, Ontario
, Kraft Canada Inc. of Don Mills, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The plastic eyes and whiskers can detach from the bunny, which can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Neither Health Canada nor Kraft Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these plush toys.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's: Toy Safety Tips.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the recalled plush toy away from children and safely dispose of the toy so that it cannot be reused. The chocolate can still be consumed.
For more information, consumers may contact Kraft Foods at 1-800-394-6989.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 4,825 units of the Cadbury Egg Hunting Kits were distributed to retailers across
Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled Cadbury Egg Hunting Kits were sold from December 2011 to January 2012.
Plush Bunny manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 23, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Various "Impulse! & Co." and "Party Princess" Children Jewellery
Expansion of December 2011 Recall
This recall involves various pieces of children's jewellery and a cell phone charm sold with the brand names "Impulse! & Co." and "Party Princess" with style numbers listed below. The UPC can be found on the backing of the packaging.
| Brand |
Style No. |
Product Description |
UPC |
| Impulse! & Co. |
16068
16070
16071
16072
47078
47079
47080
47084
47086
47087
47089
|
Skull Rings, 2 pieces
Skull Rings, 2 pieces
Skull cell phone charm
Skull charm bracelet
Bracelet with butterfly charm
Anklet with butterfly charm
Anklet with butterfly charm
Bracelet with sandal charm
Anklet with sandal charm
Anklet with sandal charm
Suede Necklace with sandal charm
|
064055160683
064055160706
064055160713
064055160720
064055470782
064055470799
064055470805
064055470843
064055470867
064055470874
064055470898
|
| Party Princess |
18547
18548
18550
18551
18552
18553
18554
18555
18557
18558
|
Bracelet and ring set with heart
Bracelet and ring set with butterfly
Necklace with flower and ballerina
Necklace with flower and heart
Necklace with flowers
Bead Necklace with flower
Bead Necklace with heart
Bead Necklace with butterfly
Necklace and bracelet set with sandal
Necklace and bracelet set with heart
|
064055185471
064055185488
064055185501
064055185518
064055185525
064055185532
064055185549
064055185556
064055185570
064055185587
|
|
| Companies
|
Deejay Jewellery Inc. of Montreal, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The recalled pieces of jewellery may contain lead in excess of the allowable limits. In addition, these pieces of jewellery may contain cadmium in excess of guidance levels proposed recently by Health Canada.
The Impulse! & Co. skull cell phone charm is included in this recall as it may also contain high levels of lead and cadmium.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead. Furthermore, it is prohibited to manufacture, import, advertise or sell any consumer product that is a danger to human health and safety, such as the presence of cadmium in jewellery.
Lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Neither Health Canada nor Deejay Jewellery Inc. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health and About Lead and Cadmium hazards in children's Jewellery
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them. Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact Deejay Jewellery Inc. Customer Service at 1-888-382-4840 ext 217 or via email.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 29,496 units of the recalled children's jewellery were sold at various stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold in Canada from January 2005 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 20, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Aqua Leisure Deluxe 6 Piece Swim Set
This recall involves the Aqua Leisure Deluxe 6 Piece Swim Set (Model# EK 16-18) made out of a blue vinyl material. The 6 piece swim set includes a dual lens mask, classic J-type snorkel with built-in strap retainer, floating fins, mesh carry bag and a floating waterproof carry case.
Only product manufactured prior to 2008 is affected.
|
| Companies
|
Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. of Toronto, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the snorkel piece of the swim set contains a phthalate, specifically DINP (di-isononyl phthalate), which exceeds the allowable limit.
Studies suggest that certain phthalates, including DINP, may cause reproductive and developmental abnormalities in young children when soft vinyl products containing phthalates are sucked or chewed for extended periods.
Neither Health Canada nor Canadian Tire has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of these swim sets.
For more information on the health risks of phthalates exposure, visit Health Canada's: Phthalates Fact Sheet.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the Aqua Leisure Deluxe 6 Piece Swim Set. Consumers who have purchased an affected product can return it to any Canadian Tire store for a refund.
For more information, Consumers may call Canadian Tire's Customer Relations at 1-800-387-8803 (English) or 1-800-565-3356 (French).
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 2,968 units of the recalled swim sets were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled swim sets were sold from June 2011 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 20, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Fast Wheels Fun Car
This recall involves a plastic multi-coloured toy car with orange headlights and a tongue which moves in and out when front wheels are in motion. It has a pull string on the rear of the car, that when pulled, propels the car forward. The toy can be identified with the item number 36101.
|
| Companies
|
Toy Galaxy of Richmond Hill, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that small parts of this toy may separate; these small components pose a choking hazard to young children.
Neither Toy Galaxy nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this toy.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and dispose of it in regular household garbage.
For more information, consumers may contact Toy Galaxy at 1-905-470-2999.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 5,000 of the recalled toys were sold in Canada
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled toys were sold from January 2011 to January 2012.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 19, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Bicycle helmets for children and youth
This voluntary recall involves multi-purpose helmets also sold for use as bicycle helmets. Little Tricky helmets are marketed for children and youth, and feature a large Little Tricky logo on both sides of the helmet. They come in one size and in black, white, pink and green. Triple Eight S/M EPS Liner helmets feature a hard black inner EPS foam liner and come in black, white, bone, blue and army green. Sector 9 S/M EPS Liner helmets feature the same EPS liner and come in gray, white, black, blue and green. Both the Triple Eight and Sector 9 helmets have an interior label indicating the size "S/M" for small/medium and a manufacturing date indicated as month/year (ex. APR/2011). Only Triple Eight and Sector 9 size "S/M" EPS Liner helmets are affected.
|
| Companies
|
High Output Sports, North Vancouver, British Columbia
, S& J Sales, Pickering, Ontario
, Triple Eight Distribution Inc., Port Washington, New York
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The company's product testing demonstrated that some helmets do not meet US impact resistance tests, posing a head injury hazard.
Neither Health Canada nor Triple Eight Distribution has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers in Canada and the United States should immediately stop using the product and contact Triple Eight Distribution for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Triple Eight at 1-888-548-8518 between 9:00AM and 5:00PM ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 916 of the recalled helmets were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from August 2006 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 17, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
"ERTL" brand wagons, trikes and wheelbarrows sold as toys licensed by John Deere or Case.
This recall involves the following "ERTL" Toys:
| Product Name |
SKU Number |
UPC Number |
| Case 36" Stake Wagon |
14816 |
036881148166 |
| John Deere Steel Trailer |
15966 |
036881159667 |
| John Deere 28" Steel Wagon |
34437A |
036881344377 |
| John Deere Kids Tuff Trike |
34506A |
036881345060 |
| John Deere Steel Wheelbarrow |
34636A |
036881346364 |
| John Deere 36" Pink Stake Wagon |
35914 |
036881359142 |
| John Deere Pink Steel Wheelbarrow |
35915 |
036881359159 |
| John Deere Steel Tricycle |
35991 |
036881359913 |
|
| Companies
|
Learning Curve Canada, Limited
, Qingdao Huatian Hand Truck Co, Ltd.
|
| Hazard Identified
|
In Canada these items are considered toys. Testing initiated by TOMY determined the surface coating on the Case and John Deere products contained barium levels in excess of the allowable limit as outlined in Canada's Toy Regulations.
Some forms of barium are safely used in medical and commercial applications, while other forms of barium can be toxic, causing adverse health effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and cramps as well as more severe symptoms. However, an independent toxicological review and exposure assessment has been performed which determined that no adverse health effects are expected in children resulting from exposure to barium from these toys.
Children's toys coated with paint containing barium in excess of the allowable limit are strictly prohibited in Canada.
Neither TOMY nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or illnesses to Canadians related to the use of these toys.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's: Toy Safety Tips.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should stop using the affected toys and visit TOMY Canada's website or call TOMY's Customer Care Centre at 1-866-725-4407.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 1,881 units of the recalled toys were sold across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled toys were sold from September 2010 to January 2012.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 13, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Dolly Daydreams Cradle Baby
This recall involves a doll and cradle set sold together under the name "Dolly Daydreams". Doll clothing and cradle colour vary. The product is identified by Item number 30263 and UPC 626881302639.
|
| Companies
|
Toy Galaxy of Richmond Hill, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the doll's head contains a phthalate, specifically DEHP (Di-Ethylhexyl Phthalate), which exceeds the allowable limit.
Studies suggest that certain phthalates, including DEHP, may cause reproductive and developmental abnormalities in young children when soft vinyl products containing phthalates are sucked or chewed for extended periods.
Neither Health Canada nor Toy Galaxy has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the health risks of phthalates exposure, visit Health Canada's: Phthalates Fact Sheet.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the product from children and dispose of it in regular household garbage.
For more information, consumers can contact Toy Galaxy at 1-905-470-2999.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 2,400 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from August 2011 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 12, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Chariot Carriers Child Bicycle Trailers and Conversion Kits
This recall involves Chariot bicycle trailers and bicycle trailer conversion kits.
Recalled trailers have serial numbers from 1205-xxxx to 0710-xxxx (representing manufacture dates December 2005 through July 2010) located the left side on the frame.
Recalled conversion kits have hitch arms that attach the carrier to the bicycle with model number 2010053 printed on a label attached to the aluminum tube next to the warning label. The bracket on the carrier is known as the Versa-Wing 2.0 ("VW2").
Older conversion kits without a label, but with a release push button located where the hitch arm inserts into the carrier, are also being recalled
|
| Companies
|
Thule Child Transport Systems, Ltd. d/b/a Chariot Carriers of Calgary, AB
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The bicycle trailer's hitch mechanisms can crack and break, causing the trailer to detach from the bicycle. This poses an injury hazard to children in the bicycle trailer.
The company has received 2 reports of incidents in Canada. No injuries have been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled bicycle trailers and bicycle trailer conversion kits and contact Chariot Carriers for a free repair kit which the consumer can install.
Consumers can receive a repair kit by contacting Chariot at 1-800-262-8651 between 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 41,000 of the recalled bicycle trailers and 64,000 of the bicycle trailer conversion kits were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled trailers were sold from December 2005 through August 2010. The recalled hitch arms were sold from October 2002 through August 2011.
Manufactured in Canada.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 12, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Desk Lamp
This recall involves a gold coloured adjustable desk lamp identified by date code 08/04/2011 and model number 103331.
|
| Companies
|
Gen-Lite Industries Ltd., Lasalle, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The electrical wire that runs through the lamp can be pinched or severed at the lamp's adjustable joint posing a risk of electrical shock to consumers.
Gen-Lite Industries Ltd. and Health Canada have received one report of an incident related to this product. No injury was involved.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the desk lamp and contact Gen-Lite Industries Ltd. for recall instructions.
For more information, consumers may contact Gen-Lite Industries Ltd. toll-free at 1-877-364-9933 or email the firm or contact the firm by mail at:
Gen-Lite Industries Ltd.
9130 Boivin,
Lasalle, Quebec
H8R 2E4
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 108 units of the affected products were sold at Winners and HomeSense stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from June 2011 to July 2011.
Manufactured in China
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 12, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Honeywell Ceramic Heaters by Kaz Canada Inc.
This recall involves only models HZ-420C and HZ-430C of Honeywell Surround Select Series of heaters distributed by Kaz Canada, Inc. under license from Honeywell. The heaters were manufactured in white and black colour.
Only the aforementioned model numbers are affected, no other Honeywell heaters are included in this voluntary recall.
The specific model number can be found on the on the bottom of the heater and will be embossed in the plastic casing as shown in Image 2. The date codes are important in determining whether the heater qualifies for the recall. The date codes are five digits long, and they can be found on the metal prong of the plug as shown in Image 3. If the last two digits in your date code are 11, you have the heater that is being recalled.
|
| Companies
|
Kaz Canada, Inc., Milton, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The internal housing of the heater can detach, dislocating the heating element, which could penetrate the housing and potentially expose hot parts and/or circuitry of the heater.
Neither Kaz Canada Inc. nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these affected heaters.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately contact Kaz Canada, Inc. to determine if their heater is included in the recall. If so, follow the instructions for product return in order to receive a refund. Consumers are advised to not return the heater back to the place of purchase.
For more information, consumers may contact Kaz Canada Inc. toll-free at 1-800-370-8137 from 8:30 AM to 5 PM EST Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 6,000 units of the affected heaters were sold at various retailers in Canada including Rona, Home Hardware and Irly.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected heaters were sold from July 2011 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 12, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Orion-X Baseboard Heater
This recall involves Orion-X Baseboard Heater by Global Commander Canada ULC. The affected heater is rectangular and available in white.
|
| Companies
|
Global Commander Canada ULC, Shefford, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The design allows access to electric wires without having to use a tool, potential for electric shock
Neither Global Commander Canada ULC. nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these affected heaters.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the affected heater and contact Global Commander Canada ULC. for instructions on how to obtain a corrective kit. The unit must be modified to ensure the use of a tool will be necessary to access the junction box. A warning label and a washer to retain the ground wire must also be supplied.
For more information, consumers may contact may contact Global Commander Canada ULC. toll-free at 1-888-286-0802 or by email at Michel@globalcommander.ca or Info@globalcommander.ca. Consumers may also mail the firm at the following address:
Global Commander Canada ULC.
100 Robinson West,
Shefford, Quebec
J2M 1G7
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 4,689 units of the affected heaters were sold by Mardan Lighting and Westburne across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected heaters were sold in 2010.
Manufactured in Canada.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Jan 10, 2012
|
| Product Recalled
|
Dora, Spider-Man or Sesame Street Water Bottles
This recall involves plastic water bottles with pull up drinking spouts. The product is identified by item number 10-3003582 and brand "FAIGIE", and bears a Dora the Explorer, Spider-Man or Sesame Street motif.
|
| Companies
|
Dollarama L.P/S.E.C. of Montreal, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The stopper on the water bottle spout can potentially pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Health Canada is aware of one complaint related to the product. No injury has been reported.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the recalled water bottles away from children and dispose of them.
For more information, consumer may contact Dollarama by telephone at 1-888-755-1006 or by e-mail.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 348,000 of the recalled water bottles were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled water bottles were sold from December 2007 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Jan 10, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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Organique Nourishing Night Cream by Himalaya USA
This recall involves the Organique Nourishing Night Cream by Himalaya USA. The product is sold in a 100 millilitre (3.38 oz) pump cylinder that is teal in colour with an orange cap.
The product can be identified by the UPC 605069200196 or the following batch numbers: S691001 or S691002 located on the bottom of the bottle.
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| Companies
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Himalaya USA
, Peak Performance Products Inc. of Etobicoke, ON
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| Hazard Identified
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The bacteria Staphylococcus aureus and fungus were found present in samples of Nourishing Night Cream batch #S691001. These microbes may cause infection in those with a weakened immune system or if introduced to broken skin. The source of the contamination was traced to the bottle's pump components.
Himalaya USA has voluntarily expanded the recall to batch #S691002, as it may pose a similar risk.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of this product.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of it in their regular household garbage, or return it to retailer for a refund or credit.
For more information, consumers may contact Himalaya USA at 1-800-869-4640 or Peak Performance Products at 1-877-833-7325.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 468 units of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from January 21, 2011 to January 3, 2012.
Manufactured in India.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Jan 6, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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"Zip Zap" Brand Sleepers by Brecrest Babywear Ltd.
This recall involves a 100% cotton sleeper sold under the brand name "Zip Zap". The sleepers are long-sleeved and come in a variety of colours and sizes.
This sleeper can be identified by style number ZZ0431. The recalled sleeper can be identified by the marking CA 00108.
Only sizes 3/6 months and 6/9 months are affected by this recall.
Other styles of "Zip Zap" brand sleepers by Brecrest Babywear Ltd. were previously subject to recall in November 2011. Please see the : November Recall 2011 for a list of other affected products.
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| Companies
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Brecrest Babywear Ltd, Manchester, United Kingdom
, Winners Merchants International L.P. of Mississauga, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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The recalled sleepwear does not meet the design and flammability requirements for children's sleepwear under Canadian law.
Children's sleepwear that is loose fitting or that has loose edges can contact ignition sources such as stove elements, candles, and matches more easily than tight-fitting sleepwear. Once ignited, the sleepwear can burn rapidly and cause severe burns to large areas of the child's body, resulting in shock and sometimes death.
Neither Health Canada nor Winners Merchants International L.P has received reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these sleepers.
For more information, visit Health Canada's Children's Sleepwear Fact Sheet.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers are advised to stop using the affected sleepwear.
If the affected sleepwear was purchased at a Winners' store, consumers should return it to any Winners' store for a full refund or call customer service at: 1-800-646-9466.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 519 units of the recalled sleeper were sold at Winners stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from November 2011 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Jan 5, 2012
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| Product Recalled
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ANTILOP children's high chair belt by IKEA
Joint Recall with IKEA, Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
This recall involves the Safety Belt found on the ANTILOP highchair from supplier 17389 with the production date 0607-0911 (YYMM).
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| Companies
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IKEA Canada of Burlington, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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The high chair belt can open unexpectedly when in use, creating a fall hazard.
Ikea is aware of eight reports of belts opening, including three resulting in minor injury when a child fell from the high chair. Countries reporting incidents are the United States (5), Sweden (2) and Japan (1).
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these highchair belts.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the chair and contact IKEA for a replacement belt.
For more information, consumers may contact IKEA toll-free at 1-800-661-9807 anytime, or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 36,000 units of the recalled products were sold in Canada and 133,000 units in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from July 2006 to November 2009 in Canada and from August 2006 through January 2010 in the United States.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Dec 29, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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West Elm® Dover Table by West Elm, a division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., of San Francisco
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
The Dover dining table is a tempered glass-top table with a brown wooden base. The base has four legs, four buttress support bars and three glass support bars. "West Elm®" and "SKU: 2188233" are printed on a white sticker on the underside of the center cross-beam.
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| Companies
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Williams-Sonoma Inc. of San Francisco, California
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| Hazard Identified
|
The wooden base of the table can collapse, posing an impact hazard if the base or tempered-glass top fell onto consumers.
The firm is aware of 14 reports of tables collapsing or the base breaking, including one report of a bruise to a consumer's leg.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this product.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should contact West Elm for a full store credit. West Elm will schedule a free return pickup of the table.
For more information, consumers may contact West Elm toll-free at 1-855-369-4335 any day between 7 AM and midnight EST or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately, 12 units of the recalled products were sold exclusively at the West Elm retail store in Toronto.
Approximately 830 units of the recalled products were sold at West Elm In the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from July 2011 to October 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 28, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Pottery Barn Kids Canopy for the Madeline Bed Collection
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Williams Sonoma Inc.
The canopy is part of the Madeline Bedroom Collection. It is made of wood and consists of four posts that connect to the headboard and footboard of the bed and four rails that connect to the top portion of each post. It is available for twin-, full- and queen-sized Madeline Beds and comes in white, antique white, blade green, Sun Valley blade green, Sun Valley light green and Sun Valley espresso. Pottery Barn Kids previously sold the canopy separately as an option for the Madeline Bed.
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| Companies
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Williams-Sonoma Inc. of San Francisco, California
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| Hazard Identified
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The connections of the posts to the top rails of the canopy can come apart, allowing components of the canopy to fall and presenting an impact hazard to consumers.
Williams-Sonoma has identified a total of 33 reports of components of the Canopy falling.
One consumer reported a cut that required stitches and nine other consumers reported minor cuts, bruises and/or bumps. None of the incidents resulted in serious injury.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately remove the canopy from the bed and contact Pottery Barn Kids to schedule a free repair.
For more information, consumers may contact Pottery Barn Kids Toll Free at 1-855-662-4114.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately, 230 units of the products were sold in Canada and 7,700 in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from December 2003 to August 2011 in Canada and in the United States.
Manufactured in Vietnam.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 23, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Build-A-Bear Colorful Hearts Teddy
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC), and Build-A-Bear Workshop® Inc.
This recall involves all "Colorful Hearts Teddy" stuffed animal toy which has a white body covered with multi-coloured hearts.
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| Companies
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Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis, MO.
, Dongguan Soyea Toys Company (China)
, Shanghai Yuanchen Oubei Toys Company Ltd. (China)
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| Hazard Identified
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The eyes of some of these bears can be pulled out posing a choking hazard to children.
Build-A-Bear and Health Canada have not received any reports of incidents or injuries with this product.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and help them keep children safe when they play with these toys see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately remove the item from young children. Return the item to the place of purchase for a coupon for a choice of any Build-A-Bear Workshop® animal.
For more information, consumer may contact Build-A-Bear Workshop® at 1-866-236-5683 between 8AM and 6PM CT Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 4PM CT Saturday or by email.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 13,000 of the affected teddy bears were sold in Canada and approximately 287,000 units were sold in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from April 2011 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 23, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Tumblekins Farm Playset
This recall involves Tumblekins Farm Playsets. Each wooden 5 piece play set includes a farmer and a pig character in addition to a tractor, trailer and hay bale. Characters spin in the tractor and trailers. Designed for ages 12m+. Item #: T05001 UPC: 020373 050013
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| Companies
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International Playthings Inc., of Parsippany, New Jersey
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| Hazard Identified
|
Small parts can detach posing a choking hazard to young children. If small parts detach, sharp points can be exposed posing a laceration hazard.
Health Canada has received one report of an incident related to this product. No injury was involved.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and help them keep children safe when they play with toys see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the toy away from children.
Contact International Playthings for information on how to receive a replacement toy at 1-800-445-8347 between 8AM and 5PM EST Monday through Friday.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 577 of the recalled play sets were distributed in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold in 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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"Bugaboo Bee" Stroller
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC), and Bugaboo Americas.
This recall involves the "Bugaboo Bee" stroller for newborns and toddlers. The stroller is suitable to accommodate a child from infant to toddler up to 17 kg (37.5 lbs.)
The affected strollers were manufactured from January 2011 to September 2011 and carry serial numbers ranging from 160101110100051 to 160101113801999.
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| Companies
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Bugaboo Americas of El Segundo, California
, Bugaboo International B.V.
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The front swivel wheels may suddenly lock up while the stroller is in motion causing the stroller to topple. This can result in a fall-related injury to the stroller occupant.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this product.
In the United States, four incidents have been reported where the stroller's swivel wheels locked and the stroller tipped over. In all of these incidents, the occupant toddler suffered minor injuries.
For more safety tips, visit Health Canada's publication Strollers and carriages.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected strollers and contact the place of purchase for a swivel wheel replacement or contact Bugaboo directly for a swivel wheel replacement.
For more information, consumers may contact Bugaboo by phone at 1-800-460-2922 or by email or by visiting Bugaboo's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 257 units of the affected strollers were sold to Canadian consumers.
In the United States, approximately 7,000 units of the recalled strollers were sold.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected strollers were sold from February 2011 to September 2011.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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"Writer's block" brand necklace with love, peace and globe charms by Jude M Designs
This recall involves a "Writer's Block" brand necklace made with a black cord, three metallic charms embossed with love, peace, and a globe, and a metallic clasp. The necklace can be identified by UPC 7-73426-70154-6.
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| Companies
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Jude M Designs, India
, Liquidation World Inc., of Brantford, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled piece of jewellery contains lead in excess of the allowable limit.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead is very toxic to children, even at low exposure levels. Children can ingest lead when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing lead which can cause damage to their bodies. Potential health effects associated with exposure to high levels of lead include vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, coma or even death.
In laboratory testing, the peace charm was found to contain approximately 8 times the allowable limit for lead.
Neither Health Canada nor Liquidation World has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them. Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact Liquidation World at 1-888-254-0843 or via email.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 17 of the recalled necklaces were sold at Liquidation World stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from October 2011 to December 2011.
Manufactured in India
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Carina "Special Sparkle" Necklaces
This recall involves Carina "Special Sparkle" Necklaces. The necklaces have pendants of various designs. Pendant designs include the following:
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Crab with stone
- Green Apple
- Apple
- Pink Fairy
- Poodle
- Butterfly with Chain
- Cat Face with Stone
- Sea Horse
- Fairy with Heart
- Sandal
- Purse
- Pink Bunny
- Music Note
- Lobster
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| Companies
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Klassen Jewellers Limited of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the crab pendant contains lead in excess of the allowable limit. Klassen is voluntarily recalling all necklaces in the "Special Sparkle" line.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead is known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
In laboratory testing, the crab pendant was found to be composed of 14% total lead, which is far in excess of legal limits.
Neither Health Canada nor Klassen has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them. Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact Klassen by phone at 1-866-799-0281 or by email.
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| Number Sold
|
1143 of these recalled necklaces were sold across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from June 2010 to December 2011.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Dec 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Hair barrettes with attached charms of various design
This recall involves hair barrettes labelled "hair ornaments" with various charms (please see pictures below).
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| Companies
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Donovan Distributors Ltd. of Saint John, New Brunswick
, Toronto Imports and Exports
|
| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the charms on the recalled piece of jewellery contain lead in excess of the allowable limit.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead is very toxic to children, even at low exposure levels. Children can ingest lead when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing lead which can cause damage to their bodies. Potential health effects associated with exposure to high levels of lead include vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, coma or even death.
In laboratory testing, the metal charms on the clips were found to be composed of 74% total lead which is far in excess of the legal limits.
Neither Health Canada nor Donovan Distributors Ltd. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them. Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
Consumers in Atlantic Canada can contact Donovan Distributors Ltd. for more information at 1-800-561-3335.
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| Number Sold
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Details on the number of units distributed, the retail locations and time period in which these products were sold across Canada are not available because the importer of this jewellery item is no longer in business. Health Canada has only been able to ascertain recall information from the Atlantic distributor, Donovan Distributors Ltd., where the sample was obtained.
120 units of the recalled barrettes have been sold in Atlantic Canada. Please note that this product may have been sold elsewhere across Canada by other distributors.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold in Atlantic Canada in May 2010.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Dec 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Heart shaped pendant and plastic plug bracelet
Updated January 13, 2012
This recall involves metallic heart shaped pendants and plastic bracelets.-
The pendants come with rhinestones on the edge in a variety of colours (pink, blue, purple, green etc.) and words on the front face such as "best friend", "peace", "princess", "dream", "truth" and "forever". Pendants may have been sold with or without a metallic necklace. The pendants can be identified by item number U9FA 241 and UPC 06136694241.
- The plastic bracelets with removable plastic plugs are sold in a variety of shapes and designs. The band attaches with a metallic snap. The bracelets can be identified by item number U9FA 898, U9FA 896, and UPC 061366948986 and 061366948962.
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| Companies
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Toy Land Company of Vancouver, British Columbia
|
| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled piece of jewellery contains lead in excess of the allowable limit.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead is very toxic to children, even at low exposure levels. Children can ingest lead when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing lead which can cause damage to their bodies. Potential health effects associated with exposure to high levels of lead include vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, coma or even death.
Neither Health Canada nor Toy Land Company has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's website: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them. Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact Toy Land Company at 604-876-5432 or toll free at 1-800-668-6388.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 432 units of the recalled pendants and 2,050 units of the recalled bracelets were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from 2006 to 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Love Pearl pendant and necklace and Tour Collection AC/DC pendant and necklace.
This recall involves the following two products:
- Love Love Pearl pendant and necklace kit which contains a pearl, a silver necklace and a pendant to hold the pearl (Model Number NV-565. UPC: 751605415637); and
- Tour Collection AC/DC pendant and necklace. The pendant is red and black which is attached to a leather necklace (UPC: 794080210823).
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| Companies
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Bianca Amor's Liquidation Supercentre of Calgary, Alberta
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| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled piece of jewellery contains lead in excess of the allowable limits. In addition, this piece of jewellery contains cadmium in excess of guidance levels proposed recently by Health Canada.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metal, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead or cadmium when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
Neither Health Canada nor Bianca Amor's Liquidation Supercentre have received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of these products.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health and About Lead and Cadmium hazards in children's Jewellery.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them.
Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For credit, please return items to the place of purchase.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 3000 of the recalled necklaces sold from Bianca Amor's Liquidation Supercentre locations in British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan.
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| Time Period Sold
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The Love Pearl was sold from 2009 to December 2011 and the Tour Collection AC/DC pendant/necklace was sold from October 2011 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Two styles of pendants from Novelty Necklace and Fashion Jewelry brand.
This recall involves the following pendants:
| Brand |
Product Description |
| Novelty Necklace |
Necklace with a black cord and a pendant in the form of a peace symbol. |
| Necklace with a black cord and a pendant in the form of a yin yang symbol. |
| Fashion Jewelry |
Necklace with a chain and a pendant in the form of a peace symbol. |
| Necklace with a chain and a pendant in the shape of a cross with a snake. |
The pendants are composed of metal and plastic.
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| Companies
|
Distributions (Daniel Coderre) Inc., of Montreal, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled pieces of jewellery contain lead in excess of the allowable limit.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead is known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
In laboratory testing, the pendants were found to be composed of between 1.3 % and 82 % total lead which is far in excess of legal limits.
Neither Health Canada nor Distribution Daniel Coderre Inc. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of those products.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them. Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact Customer Service, Distribution Daniel Coderre Inc. at 514-381-1273.
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| Number Sold
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An unknown quantity of Novelty Necklaces were sold. For the Fashion Jewellery, 571 units of the peace symbol and 48 units of the serpant were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
|
The time of sale and the place of manufacture for the Novelty Necklaces is unknown.
The Fashion Jewellery was sold between 2006 and 2008. These items were manufactured in Taiwan.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Dec 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Various Anex Jewellery
This recall involves 3 pieces of jewellery sold under the brand name "Anex".-
A necklace with a silver-coloured chain with a metallic clasp and a metallic diamond-shaped pendant; the necklace is packaged with rhinestone earrings. The pendant has rhinestones surrounding a coloured, plastic jewel. Item #A2-353 and UPC 100200103539.
- A necklace with a silver-coloured chain with a metallic clasp and a metallic pendant. The pendant says either "Angel", "Friend", "Love", or "Sexygirl". Item #A2-364 and UPC 100200103645.
- A toe ring made of a silver-coloured band with a flower on top. The flower has different coloured plastic petals and a rhinestone center. Item #A6-113.
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| Companies
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Anex Imports Ltd. of Edmonton, Alberta
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled pieces of jewellery contains lead in excess of the allowable limits. In addition, the necklace with the various word pendants contains cadmium in excess of guidance levels proposed recently by Health Canada.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead or cadmium when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
Neither Health Canada nor Anex Imports Ltd. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
For more information on risks and symptoms for cadmium exposure, also visit
Health Canada Advises Consumers of Lead and Cadmium Hazard in Children's Jewellery.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them.
Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 1850 units of the recalled jewellery items were sold at various dollar and discount stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold in Canada from October 2007 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Dec 21, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Heart Locket Charms and Hockey Goalie Charms by John Bead
This recall involves 2 different charms.
Heart Locket Charms distributed by John Bead Corporation Ltd. This is a metallic charm in the shape of a heart that opens and has XOXO engraved on the back. Item # 32601607 Barcode # 623840680944 CA # 36204
Hockey Goalie Charms distributed by John Bead Corporation Ltd. This is a metallic charm in the shape of a hockey goalie and comes in a package of 10. They are approximately 2.4 cm in height. Item #32634049 Barcode #623840068957 CA #36204
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| Companies
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John Bead Corporation Ltd. Of Toronto, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled piece of jewellery contains lead in excess of the allowable limits. In addition, these pieces of jewellery contain cadmium in excess of guidance levels proposed recently by Health Canada.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
In laboratory testing, the Heart Locket Charm (Item # 32601607) and Hockey Goalie Charms (Item #32634049) were found to contain lead in levels which exceed the legal limits. The metal in the goalie charm was composed of more than 60% lead. Both charms contained cadmium in levels that exceed the Health Canada recommended safe limits.
Children can ingest lead or cadmium when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
Neither Health Canada nor John Bead Corporation Ltd. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of these products.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health and About Lead and Cadmium hazards in children's jewellery.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them. Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact John Bead Corporation Ltd. at 1-888-755-9055 (extension 25).
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 320 units of the recalled Heart Locket Charms and 2,000 units of the Hockey Goalie Charms were sold at mostly craft stores in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from February 2006 to December 2011.
Manufactured in USA
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Dec 21, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Necklace with a snake pendant.
This recall involves a Bizou brand necklace made of a metal chain and a snake shaped metal pendant. Item # PE103N15 and UPC # 062823765832.
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| Companies
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Bizou International of Saint-Marie, Québec
, WTJ China
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled piece of jewellery contains lead in excess of the allowable limit. In addition, this item contains cadmium in excess of guidance for safe levels proposed recently by Health Canada.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead. Furthermore, it is prohibited to manufacture, import, advertise or sell any consumer product that is a danger to human health and safety.
Lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead or cadmium when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
In laboratory testing, the necklace was found to contain lead in level which exceeds the legal limit. The piece of jewellery also contains more than 32% total weight cadmium which far exceeds the recommended safe limit.
Neither Health Canada nor Bizou International Inc. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
For more information on risks and symptoms for cadmium exposure, also visit Health Canada Advises Consumers of Lead and Cadmium Hazard in Children's Jewellery.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the jewellery away from children and return them to the store where it was purchased for exchange or dispose of it.
Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For additional information, consumers may call the company's toll free Customer Service Line at 1-888-835-4958.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 1,827 units of the necklace were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from June 2010 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Dec 21, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Necklaces with strawberry pendant and a camera pendant.
This recall involves two metallic necklaces and pendants; one with a strawberry shaped pendant (style # 14130477) and the other with a camera shaped pendant (style # 14126906).
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| Companies
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Arden Holdings Inc. of Montreal, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that these recalled pieces of jewellery contain lead in excess of the allowable limits. In addition, these items contain cadmium in excess of guidance for safe levels proposed recently by Health Canada.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead. Furthermore, it is prohibited to manufacture, import, advertise or sell any consumer product that is a danger to human health and safety, such as the presence of cadmium in jewellery.
Lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead or cadmium when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
In laboratory testing, the strawberry pendant was found to contain lead at a level which exceeds the legal limit. The strawberry pendant also contains more than 16% total weight of cadmium and the camera pendant contains more than 26% total weight cadmium, both of which far exceed the recommended safe limits.
Neither Health Canada nor Ardene has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
For more information on risks and symptoms for cadmium exposure, also visit
Health Canada Advises Consumers of Lead and Cadmium Hazard in Children's Jewellery.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the jewellery away from children and safely dispose of it.
Consumers may contact their municipality for instructions on how to dispose of the recalled product.
For additional information, consumers may call the company's toll free Customer Service Line at 1-866-322-4442 or visit the firm's Web site.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 1,287 units of the strawberry pendant and 1,683 units of the camera pendant were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The strawberry pendants were sold from October 2010 to December 2011 and the camera pendants were sold from August 2010 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Dec 21, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Various Children's Jewellery
This recall involves various pieces of children's jewellery sold with the brand names "Impulse! & Co." and "Party Princess". The UPC can be found on the back of the packaging.
| Brand |
Product Description |
UPC |
| Impulse! & Co. |
Skull Rings, 2 pieces, Style # 16069 |
0 64055 16069 0 |
| Charm chain anklet with blue butterfly, Style # 47081 |
0 64055 47081 2 |
| Party Princess |
Necklace and ring set with pink butterfly, 2 pieces, Style # 18549 |
0 64055 18549 5 |
| Bead necklace with blue heart pendant, 2 pieces, Style # 18556 |
0 64055 18556 3 |
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| Companies
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Deejay Jewellery Inc. of Montreal, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled pieces of jewellery contains lead in excess of the allowable limits.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead. Furthermore, it is prohibited to manufacture, import, advertise or sell any consumer product that is a danger to human health and safety, such as the presence of cadmium in jewellery.
Lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead or cadmium when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
In laboratory testing, the products were found to contain between 58% and 86% total lead which is far in excess of legal limits.
Neither Health Canada nor Deejay Jewellery Inc. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health and About Lead and Cadmium hazards in children's jewellery.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them. Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact Deejay Jewellery Inc. Customer Service at 1-888-382-4840, extension 217 or via email.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 5,604 units of the recalled children's jewellery were sold at various stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold in Canada from February 2005 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Dec 21, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Various Dynamite Long Necklaces and Pendants
This recall involves a Dynamite brand long copper necklace with 3 charms (a heart, ball and a small teddy bear), style #8871, SKU #1760910 and a Dynamite brand long silver necklace with 6 charms (2 hearts, a small ball, round plate, small angel and a decorative small charm), style #8878, SKU 1748010.
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| Companies
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Groupe Dynamite Inc. of Montréal, Québec
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that some of these recalled pieces of jewellery contain lead in excess of the allowable limits. In addition, some of these items contain cadmium in excess of guidance for safe levels proposed recently by Health Canada.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead. Furthermore, it is prohibited to manufacture, import, advertise or sell any consumer product that is a danger to human health and safety.
Even at low exposure levels, lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead or cadmium when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
In laboratory testing, the small teddy bear of Style #8871 was found to be composed of 70% total lead and the metal heart was found to be composed of 50% lead, which is far in excess of legal limits. The solid hearts and small angel pendants of Style #8878 were found to be composed of 30% total cadmium which is far in excess of the proposed Health Canada guideline for a safe level of cadmium.
Neither Health Canada nor Groupe Dynamite has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health and About Lead and Cadmium hazards in children's Jewellery.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children. Customers can return the items to store for full refund with receipt, or full credit without the receipt.
Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact Customer Service, Groupe Dynamite, at 514-733-3962 ext:726.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 873 units of the long copper necklace with 3 charms (#8871) and 970 units of the long silver necklace with 6 charms (#8878) were sold in Canada in Dynamite and Chado stores.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from June 2, 2011 to December 16, 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 21, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Various antique silver and brass coloured pendants, beads and charms
This recall involves the following pendants, charms and beads that were sold in packages for consumers or jewellery makers:
| Product |
Model Number |
| Star charms with various stones |
MP5603/214 |
| MP5603/217 |
| MP5603/223 |
| MP5603/225 |
| Sand dollar pendant |
MP7501 |
| Smiling sun bead, brass antique - silver |
MB2522 |
| Giraffe pendants, antique silver |
MP949 |
| Butterfly pendant
|
MP1268 |
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| Companies
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Frabels Inc. of Montreal, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that these recalled pieces of jewellery contain lead in excess of the allowable limits. In addition, these items contain cadmium in excess of guidance for safe levels proposed recently by Health Canada.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead. Furthermore, it is prohibited to manufacture, import, advertise or sell any consumer product that is a danger to human health and safety, such as the presence of cadmium in jewellery.
Lead and cadmium are known to be very toxic metals, especially for children. A range of serious health effects have been associated with exposure to lead and cadmium, including anemia, vomiting, diarrhea, serious brain injury, convulsions, coma, as well as effects related to the liver, kidneys, heart and immune system. In extreme cases, there have been deaths.
Children can ingest lead or cadmium when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing these metals.
In laboratory testing, all five (5) pendants were found to contain lead in levels which exceed the legal limits, the star charm was found to contain 51% total weight of lead. Two of the pendants also contain cadmium exceeding the recommended safe limits, the giraffe pendant contains more than 46% total weight of cadmium and the butterfly pendant contains 45% total weight cadmium.
Neither Health Canada nor Frabels Inc. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
For more information on risks and symptoms for cadmium exposure, also visit
Health Canada Advises Consumers of Lead and Cadmium Hazard in Children's Jewellery.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled pendants away from children and contact Frabels for instructions on returning the product for a credit.
For more information, consumers may contact Frabels at 1-514-842-8561 (extension 17).
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 1092 units were sold in Québec and Alberta.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from December 2010 to December 2011.
Made in Canada, Czech Republic and China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 20, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Naturalizer "Dare" Women's dress shoes
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Brown Shoe company of Canada Ltd.
This recall involves women's faux patent leather dress shoes with the model name "Dare". They have a 7.6-centimetre (3-inch) heel, open toes and a decorative faux patent leather bow across the front. The shoes were sold in sizes 5M to 10M, 11M, 7W to 9W and in gray, nude, scarlet and black colors. "Naturalizer" is printed inside and on the bottom of the shoe.
The following stock numbers are printed inside the shoes below the size number: A3279S1020 Dare (gray), A3279S1250 Dare (nude), A3279S1600 Dare (scarlet) and A3279S2001 Dare (black).
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| Companies
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Brown Shoe Company of Canada Ltd., Perth, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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The heels of the shoes can lean to either side, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
The firm has received one report from a consumer in Canada who fell while wearing the shoes and sustained a minor injury.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these shoes.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled shoes and return them to the nearest Naturalizer store for a refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Brown Shoe Company Inc. by phone at 1-888-443-2019 between 8AM and 5PM CT Monday through Friday or by email or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 700 pairs of the recalled shoes were sold exclusively at Naturalizer stores in Canada and 6,100 pairs were sold in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled shoes were sold from July 2011 to November 2011 in Canada and in the United States.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Dec 19, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Princess The White Collection Velvet Necklace with Heart Rhinestone Pendant
This recall involves a Shalom brand necklace made of a white velvet ribbon material with metal clasp and contains a metallic heart shaped pendant. The pendant has a metallic component as well as a plastic jewel heart. Item # 76583 UPC # 062823765832
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| Companies
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CTG Brands Inc. of Vaughan, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has revealed that the recalled piece of jewellery contains lead in excess of the allowable limit.
Under the Children's Jewellery Regulations of the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act, it is illegal to import, advertise or sell jewellery items that appeal primarily to children under 15 years of age and contain more than 600 mg/kg total lead.
Lead is very toxic to children, even at low exposure levels. Children can ingest lead when they chew, suck, or swallow jewellery items containing lead which can cause damage to their bodies. Potential health effects associated with exposure to high levels of lead include vomiting, diarrhea, convulsions, coma or even death.
In laboratory testing, the metal heart was found to be composed of 50% total lead which is far in excess of legal limits.
Neither Health Canada nor CTG Brands Inc. has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewellery away from children and dispose of them.
Consumers are asked to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing items containing lead.
For more information, consumers may contact Customer Service, CTG Brands Inc. at 1-905-761-3330.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 7,865 units of the recalled necklaces were sold at various dollar and discount stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold in Canada from May 2007 to December 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Dec 16, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Safety 1st Two-Way Jogging Strollers
This recall involves Safety 1st Jogging Strollers with model numbers 01-555CYB and 01-555CSBC. The affected models were manufactured prior to 2005 and are available in either yellow or blue with black tubing. The seat can flip to allow the child to be rear or front-facing. The model number and date of manufacture are located on a sewn label inside the stroller basket.
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| Companies
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Dorel Distribution Canada of Ville St-Laurent, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
If the child is placed in the stroller in the rear-facing mode, their leg can become caught between the wheel and the stroller frame, posing a fracture hazard.
Dorel Distribution Canada has received seven reports of a child's leg getting caught between the wheel and the stroller's frame, with six cases resulting in a leg fracture and one case resulting in a sprained ankle.
Health Canada has received four reports of a child's leg getting caught between the wheel and the stroller's frame, with one leg fracture.
For more safety tips, visit Health Canada's publication Strollers and carriages.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected stroller in the rear-facing mode and contact Dorel Distribution Canada to obtain a repair kit. Consumers are also advised to visit Dorel Distribution Canada's website to determine if their stroller model is included in this recall.
For more information, consumers may contact Dorel Distribution Canada toll free at 1-800-544-1108 Monday to Thursday between 8AM and 6PM ET and between 8AM and 4:30PM ET on Fridays in order to receive a free repair kit. Consumers may also contact Dorel Distribution Canada via email at consumer@djgusa.com.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 22,408 of the recalled strollers were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled strollers were sold from 2002 to 2005.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Dec 15, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Sea Foam Motor Treatment For Gas and Diesel Engines
This recall involves Sea Foam Motor Treatment for auto, marine, and fleet vehicles. The product comes in 16 Fl oz (1 pt) sized metal containers and can be identified by UPC code 018812000019 and the words "Part No. SF16" appearing above the bar code on the back of the container.
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| Companies
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Wal-Mart Canada Corp. of Mississauga, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The products do not have the mandatory labelling required under Canadian law.
This consumer chemical product lacks the applicable hazard symbols and warnings required by the Consumer Chemical and Container Regulations, 2001 under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act. The lack of appropriate hazard symbols and bilingual warnings on the label could result in unintentional exposure to these products or improper use and lead to serious illness or injury.
Neither Wal-Mart Canada nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the affected product purchased at Wal-Mart Canada stores and return the product to Wal-Mart for full refund.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 12,346 of the recalled products were sold at Wal-Mart Canada stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from April 2011 to November 2011.
Manufactured in the United States of America.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Dec 14, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Specialized Bicycle with Advanced Group Carbon forks
Expansion of October 2011 Recall
This recall involves Advanced Group carbon forks on certain 2012 model year Specialized bicycles :
| Model |
Year |
Model number |
| Tricross Sport |
2012 |
9021-61_ _ |
| Tricross Sport |
2012 |
9021-62_ _ |
| Tricross Comp |
2012 |
9021- 41_ _ |
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| Companies
|
Advanced Group, Taiwan
, Specialized Canada of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Québec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The brake boss housed within the carbon fork on the specified Specialized bicycles can disengage from the fork and allow the brake assembly to contact the wheel spokes while rotating, posing a fall hazard.
Specialized has received two reports in the United States and one in Canada of the brake boss disengaging from the carbon fork. No injuries have been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop riding the affected bicycles and return the bicycle to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free replacement fork.
For more information, consumers may contact Specialized Canada toll-free at 1-800-465-8887 (contacts: Jonathan Pilon and Colin Altman) or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 234 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold in various stores across Canada from August to December 2011.
Manufactured in Taiwan.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Dec 9, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
105W Compact Fluorescent Bulbs
This recall involves 105W compact fluorescent bulbs by eShopic Inc.
The affected bulbs have a white spiral fluorescent tube bulb with a white plastic holder marked with '105W 5500K'. The retail price of the bulbs is approximately $25.00.
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| Companies
|
eShopic Inc. (USA), Markham, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The affected products have not been tested to determine whether they are compliant with the Canadian Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Neither eShopic Inc. (USA) nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these products.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately disconnect and stop using the affected product and return it to eShopic Inc. (USA) for a full refund including return shipping.
For more information, consumers may contact Ella Shao, eShopic Inc. (USA) customer service by telephone at 1-905-415-8372 or by mail at the following address:
Unit 5, 251 Amber Street
Markham, Ontario,
L3R 3J7
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 119 units of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from July 2010 and May 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Dec 9, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
3100 Pressure Transducer
This recall involves pressure transducers identified with a part number beginning with "3100". "Gems Sensors Inc." and the part number are on a label affixed to the centre of the transducer.
|
| Companies
|
Gems Sensors, Inc. and Davis Controls Ltd., Oakville, Ontario
, Gems Sensors, Inc., Plainville, Connecticut
|
| Hazard Identified
|
If the transducer fails, the fire pump controller could fail to activate in the event of a fire.
Neither Gems Sensors, Inc. nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this product.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the pressure transducer and contact Gems Sensors, Inc. for more information toll-free at 1-855-877-9666.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 28,401 units of the affected products were sold across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from January 2007 to November 2011.
Manufactured in England.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Dec 9, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Electronic Thermostat
This recall involves electronic thermostats identified by a manufacturing date of 1108 and the following model numbers:
- STE402NPW
- STE402NPW5
- STE402NPW24
- STE403NPW24
The manufacturing date and model numbers are visible on the lower back of the units.
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| Companies
|
Stelpro Design, Saint-Bruno-de-Montarville, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Due to a production process error, upon installation the recalled units could smoke or develop soot, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.
Neither Stelpro Design nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these thermostats.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled thermostats and remove and replace the units. Consumers can contact Stelpro Design to arrange for product return.
For more information, consumers may contact Stelpro Design Technical Support toll-free at 1-866-628-5776, visit the firm's website, or mail the firm at:
1041 Parent Street,
St-Bruno-de-Montarville, QC
J3V 6L7
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 10,000 units of the affected products were sold in Quebec only.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from August 10, 2011 to September 1, 2011.
Manufactured in Canada
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Dec 9, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Nexark Inc. AC Adapter for Sabrent SATA/IDE Hard Drive Enclosures
This recall involves AC adapters for Sabrent SATA/IDE Hard Drive Enclosures. The affected AC adapters included with the Hard Drive Enclosures can be identified by the following model numbers:
- ECS-U35K
- ECS-STU35
- EC-ESU4K
- EC-3US35
- EC-7F83
- EC-STUK
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| Companies
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Nexark, Inc., Industry, California
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| Hazard Identified
|
The affected products have not been tested to determine whether they are compliant with the Canadian Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Neither Nexark, Inc. nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of it in accordance with local applicable laws, regulations and by-laws, and should contact Nexark, Inc. to obtain a replacement AC adapter at no charge.
For more information, consumers may contact Nexark, Inc. customer service by telephone at 1-888-410-3550 between 8:30AM and 5:30PM PST, Monday through Friday, or by email.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 965 units of the recalled products were sold through Amazon.ca, Canadacomputers.com, NCIX.ca and TigerDirect.ca (on-line and in retail stores).
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| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from December 2010 to October 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
|
Dec 7, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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BumboTM "Baby Sitter" Seats
This is an UPDATE to the October 2007 recall notice.
The bottom of the children's seat is round and flat with a diameter of about 38 centimetre (15 inches). It is constructed of a single piece of moulded foam and comes in yellow, blue, purple, pink, aqua, and lime green. The seat has leg holes and seat back that wraps completely around the child. On the front of the seat in raised lettering is the word "Bumbo" with the image of an elephant on top.
The bottom of the seat has the following words: "Manufactured by Bumbo South Africa Material: Polyurethane World Patent No. PCT: ZA/1999/00030."
The back of the seat contains the following "WARNING" - "Never use on a raised surface. Never use as a car seat or bath seat. Designed for floor level use only. Never leave your baby unattended as the seat is not designed to be totally restrictive and may not prevent release of your baby in the event of vigorous movement."
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| Companies
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Bumbo International, of South Africa
, Oyaco Products Inc., of Calgary Alberta
|
| Hazard Identified
|
If the seat is placed on a table, countertop, chair, or other elevated surface, young children can arch their backs, flip out of the Bumbo seat, and fall onto the floor, posing a risk of serious head injuries.
Health Canada has received 5 new reports since the 2007 recall of children falling out of the BumboTM seats, with minor bruising in one case. Previous to the 2007 recall, Health Canada had received one report of a child suffering a skull fracture resulting from a fall.
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| Corrective Action
|
Never use the infant seat on a table, countertop, chair, or other elevated surface. Consumers should use the Bumbo seat at ground level, but should never leave a child unattended. The 2007 recall required new warnings be placed on the affected product to deter elevated usage of the seats.
If your product was purchased before 2007, consumers should contact Oyaco Products, Inc. by email or phone at 1-866-768-4224, Monday to Friday 8AM to 5PM MST to obtain a new warning label information and instructions.
Please note that this recall does not involve returning the product.
For further details, see the following press releases by BumboTM International;
BumboTM International Takes Action to Strengthen, Update Instructions and Packaging for Canadian Consumers
BumboTM International Issues Clarification on "Recall"
BumboTM International Encourages Consumers to Order Updated Warning Labels and Instructions
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately, 320 000 of the recalled product has been sold in Canada since 2003.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
Sold by Toys R Us, Babies R Us as well as other independent retailers in Canada.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Dec 7, 2011
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| Product Recalled
|
Yu Wei Drop-Side Crib
This recall involves Yu Wei drop-side cribs sold under the Scroll and Lauren model names. The cribs were sold in antique white, pecan and dark cherry, and have the following model numbers and date codes listed on the inside of the crib's end panels.
| Model# |
Description |
Date Code |
| 343-8225 |
Scroll crib |
01/2006-12/2010 |
| 343-9117 |
Lauren crib |
01/2007-12/2010 |
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| Companies
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J. C. Penney Purchasing Corp., of Plano, Texas
, Yu Wei Co. Ltd., of Taipei, Taiwan
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The drop-side rails on the crib can malfunction, detach or unexpectedly fall down, causing part of the drop-side to fall out of position. When this happens, a space is created into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and due to age-related wear and tear.
Neither Yu Wei Co. Ltd. nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use the affected cribs.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact Yu Wei to get a free immobilizer kit that will immobilize the drop side.
For more information, consumers may contact Yu Wei by phone at 1-972-403-9970 between 9 AM and 5 PM CT Monday through Friday, or by email at yuweiparts@aol.com or visit the firm's website to order a free immobilizer kit.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 12 of the recalled cribs were sold online at www.jcpenney.com to Canadians.
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| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from January 2006 to December 2010.
Manufactured in Taiwan.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
|
Dec 6, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Schwinn 460 Elliptical Exercise Trainer
This recall involves a Schwinn 460 Stride Elliptical trainer that is identifiable by the UPC: 00709447505828. It is an elliptical exercise machine with a feature known as "variable stride" or "V-stride" that allows a user to change stride lengths without manual adjustments or machine changes.
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| Companies
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Nautilus Inc. of Vancouver, Washington
, Power Metal Industry, Kun Shan. Co. Ltd., China
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The foot plates can detach during use, posing a fall hazard.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of this elliptical.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and wait until the free repair kit is received and properly installed to start using it again.
For a free repair kit, consumers may call Nautilus at 1-800-259-9019, Monday to Friday 6AM to 5PM PST.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 417 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from July 2008 to May 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Dec 5, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Liebherr Freestanding 76 centimetre (30-Inch) Wide Bottom Freezer Refrigerators
Expansion of March 2011 Recall
This recall involves Liebherr freestanding 76 centimetres (30 inches) wide bottom freezer refrigerators with model numbers and index numbers listed below.
| Model Number |
Index Number |
| CS 1601 |
10 / 237 |
| 10A / 237 |
| 10B / 237 |
| 10C / 237 |
| 10D / 237 |
| 10E / 237 |
| 10I / 237 |
| 10J / 237 |
| CS 1640 |
10 / 137 |
| 10A / 137 |
| 10E / 137 |
| 10F / 137 |
| CS 1650 |
10 / 137 |
| 10A / 137 |
| 10B / 137 |
| 10C / 137 |
| 10D / 137 |
| 10E / 137 |
| 10F / 137 |
| 10G / 137 |
| 10K / 237 |
| 10L / 137 |
The refrigerators were sold individually or as side-by-side companion units. The refrigerators come in stainless steel. "Liebherr" is on the upper centre of the refrigerator door and the top interior control panel. The model number can be found on a label located behind the bottom drawer on the left interior side of the single door refrigerator.
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| Companies
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Liebherr-Canada Ltd. of Ontario, Canada
, Liebherr-Hausgeraete Lienz GmbH, of Austria
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The refrigerator's door can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
No additional incidents have been reported in Canada. In the United States, Liebherr-Hausgeraete Lienz has received 16 additional reports of doors detaching including two reports of injuries involving bruising and strains.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these refrigerators.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers with recalled refrigerators should contact Liebherr immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should check their refrigerator immediately to see whether the door hinge pin has become loose as indicated by a popped up hinge pin at the top. If the hinge has not become loose and the door is functioning properly, consumers may continue to use the refrigerator until it is repaired.
For more information, consumers may contact Liebherr toll-free at 1-888-543-2437 from 8AM to 5PM ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 1,149 additional units of the affected products were sold at appliance and specialty retailers across Canada. Approximately 1,320 units were recalled in March 2011.
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| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were manufactured and sold between February 2004 and July 2009.
Manufactured in Austria.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Dec 2, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Step2 Basic Rhythms Xylophone
This recall involves a specific batch of the Step2 Basic Rhythms Xylophone. The product is a toy xylophone with a series of coloured keys and two striker wands.
The product can be identified as follows:
| Model |
UPC |
Date Code |
| 890512 or 890532 |
7 33538 89059 0 |
101124A |
Date code can be found stamped on the bottom of the product. Only product with this date code stamp is affected.
|
| Companies
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The Step2 Company, LLC of Streetsboro, Ohio U.S.A
, Various retailers across Canada
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Surface paints on some of the coloured keys of the Xylophone contain lead above the allowable limit. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Neither Health Canada nor Step2 has received any reports of incidents or illnesses to Canadians related to the use of these affected Xylophones.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the affected Xylophone away from children and Contact Step2 to obtain further information on product replacement. Consumers who do not wish to return the product should dispose of it in their regular household garbage.
For more information, consumers may contact Step2 at 1-800-347-8372 between 8AM and 5PM EST Monday through Friday or visit the company's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 512 units of the affected xylophones were sold at retail outlets across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
Affected xylophones were sold from December 2010 to October 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 30, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Rocketfish Battery Case for Apple® iPhone 3G/3GS
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC), and Best Buy Co. Ltd.
This recall involves the black RocketfishTM Model RF-KL12 Battery Case. The battery case is made of black lightweight, soft-touch rubberized plastic material designed to hold the phone securely and comes with a built-in battery.
The model number "RF-KL12" appears on the front of the product's packaging, on the packaging barcode and in white print on the curved inner surface of the product.
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| Companies
|
Best Buy Canada Ltd. of Burnaby, British Columbia
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The battery case can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Best Buy Co. Ltd. and the CPSC have received 14 reports of the battery cases overheating in the United States, including three reports of minor burns to consumers and four reports of minor property damage. No incidents were reported in Canada.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this product.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Best Buy for instructions on returning the product and receiving a Best Buy gift card for $105 in Canada or $70 in the United States.
For more information, consumers may contact Best Buy toll-free at 1-800-917-5737 between 8AM and 8PM ET any day, or visit the firm's websites at www.futureshop.ca (Canada) or www.bestbuy.ca (Canada).
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 1,000 of the recalled battery cases were sold in Canada at Future Shop and Best Buy retail stores as well as www.futureshop.ca and www.bestbuy.ca.
In the United States, approximately 31,000 of the recalled battery cases were sold at Best Buy stores.
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| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from April 2010 to September 2011 in Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 29, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
"Zip Zap" brand Sleepers by Brecrest Babywear Ltd.
This recall involves 6 styles of 100% cotton and cotton blend sleepers sold under the brand name "Zip Zap". The sleepers are long-sleeved and come in a variety of colours and sizes.
They can be identified by style number T0430, VV0365, VV0357, VV0361, VV0375, and VV0550. The recalled sleepers can be identified by the marking CA 00108 or CA 26412.
Only sizes from 3/6 months and up are affected by this recall.
|
| Companies
|
Brecrest Babywear Ltd, Manchester, United Kingdom
, Do-Gree Fashions Ltd., of Montreal, Quebec
, Winners Merchants International L.P. of Mississauga, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has determined that the recalled sleepers do not meet the design and flammability requirements for children's sleepwear under Canadian law.
Children's sleepwear that is loose fitting or that has loose edges can contact ignition sources such as stove elements, candles, and matches more easily than tight-fitting sleepwear. Once ignited, the sleepwear can burn rapidly and cause severe burns to large areas of the child's body, resulting in shock and sometimes death.
Neither Health Canada nor Winners Merchants International L.P. nor Do-Gree Fashions Ltd. has received reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these sleepers.
For more information, visit Health Canada's Children's Sleepwear Fact Sheet.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers are advised to stop using the affected sleepwear.
If the affected sleepwear was purchased at a Winners' store, consumers should return it to any Winners' store for a full refund.
All other consumers should contact Do-Gree Fashions Ltd. for instructions on receiving a free replacement. Do-Gree can be reached by phone at 1-800-839-8808 or by e-mail.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 1,053 units of the recalled sleepers were sold at various retail stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from August 2009 to November 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 23, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Bake At Home® D'Italiano Garlic Rolls (405 gram)
This recall involves the 405 gram packages of Bake At Home® D'Italiano Garlic Rolls identified by UPC 5932790046.
The product is comprised of nine partially baked rolls topped with garlic spread and frozen in an "oven-ready" tray which the consumer bakes at home.
Product with date codes 199M through to 241M are affected by this recall. The date code can be found on the top right side of the front of the package.
|
| Companies
|
Ready-Bake Foods Inc., of Mississauga, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
There is a possibility that the oven-ready plastic food tray provided in the package can melt when the product is baked in the oven at temperatures greater than 400oF. The melted plastic may drip in the oven which presents a fire hazard.
Ready-Bake Foods Inc. has received eleven reports from consumers of trays melting in which two have resulted in oven fires. No injuries were reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injury to Canadians related to the use of these trays.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately return the product to the place of purchase to receive a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Ready-Bake Foods at 1-800-661-7246 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday (EST).
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 12,000 of the recalled frozen food products were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from August 2011 to November 2011.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 22, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Winchester® Hunting Knife Set
This recall involves the Winchester® Hunting Knife Set (Model # 31-000801). The model number is printed on the back, lower right corner of the packaging.
The knife sets contains a single handle with a lock release button and four interchangeable blades. The name "Winchester®" is in red print located on the knife set's handle and is etched on the four blades.
|
| Companies
|
Fiskars Canada, Inc. of Markham, Ontario imported these products. Gerber Legendary Blades is a division of Fiskars.
, Xingwen Industry Co., Ltd, Yangjiang, China
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The handle's latching mechanism for the knife's interchangeable blades occasionally does not work correctly, which can allow the blade to be pulled out of the handle unexpectedly. This could result in the blade falling out of the handle during use, causing a possible laceration hazard to the user.
Neither Gerber Legendary Blades nor Health Canada has received reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of the Winchester® knife sets in Canada.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the knife set and contact Gerber to receive instructions on how to return the Winchester® Hunting Knife Set for a free replacement product.
For additional information, contact Gerber Legendary Blades toll-free at 1-877-314-9130 between 9AM and 5PM PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 472 of the recalled products were sold at sporting goods stores in Ontario and Quebec.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from July 2011 to September 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 21, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Breeze Platinum Series Canned Tan Spray
This recall involves the Breeze Platinum Series sunless tanning aerosol spray. The product is sold in a 207 millimetres (7oz) pressurized container with Formula Reference #4-00813 which can be found on the back label.
|
| Companies
|
Breeze Products Inc. of Largo, Florida
|
| Hazard Identified
|
This recalled product does not meet labelling requirements for potentially flammable and explosive products under Canadian law. This lack of labelling information, including appropriate warnings, could result in misuse of the product and lead to serious injury.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of the affected product.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Breeze Products Inc. to arrange to return it for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Breeze Products at 1-888-330-8570 or visit the firm's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 283 units of the recalled products were sold in Canada since 2010.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from April 2004 to October 2011.
Manufactured in the United States.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 21, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Confetti Maracas Barbell Rattle by Janod
This recall involves a wooden barbell-shaped rattle. The two weights of the barbells are painted white with coloured dots and the bar connecting the weights is in natural wood. The dimensions of the rattle are 14.5 centimetres x 4.5 centimetres x 4.5 centimetres. The affected rattle can be identified by the model number 07610 and the UPC 3 700217 376109.
Only the Confetti Maracas Barbell rattle baring the following production code are recalled: 2542/HX201007-02/J07610.
|
| Companies
|
Jeux Alary Inc., of Blainville, Quebec
, Juratoys (Janod), of Orgelet, France
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The barbells can split apart and release metal balls that can potentially be ingested, posing a choking hazard.
Health Canada has received one incident report where a 6 months old child broke open a rattle while playing with it. No injury was reported.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the rattles away from children and return them to the place of purchase for a replacement item or a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Jeux Alary Inc. at 1-888-866-2222.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 26 units of the affected rattles were sold in various stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected rattles were sold from January 2011 to March 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 18, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor
This recall involves the Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor identified by product number 009-5078. The compressor plugs into a vehicle's 12V accessory outlet.
The "Motomaster" brand name is located at the front of the device and is sold with a 2.9 metre long cord.
|
| Companies
|
Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. of Toronto, Ontario
, Zhejiang Canwell International Product Co. Ltd.
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Canadian Tire is recalling the Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor due to
overheating of the 12V adapter when used in a car's cigarette lighter outlet over extended periods of use.
Canadian Tire has received reports of the adapter melting. No injuries or property damage has been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to Canadians related to the use of these affected compressors.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the Motomaster Multi-Function Digital Compressor. Consumers who have purchased an affected product can return it to any Canadian Tire store with proof of purchase for a full refund.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 60,807 of the recalled units were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from March 2010 to October 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 18, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Under Armour Defender Chin Straps for Football Helmets
This recall involves all Under Armour Defender Chin Strap for Football Helmets. They were sold in the following colours: white and black, red, midnight, navy and royal and have a hard nylon shell, a padded chin area and a plastic strap with "Under Armour" printed on it. The chin straps have metal clasps that tighten the straps and attach them to the helmet.
|
| Companies
|
JR286 Canada Corp. of Redondo Beach, California
, Wellpower Sporting Goods Co., Ltd. of Guan Dong, China
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The metal snap that connects the chin strap to the helmet has sharp edges, posing a laceration hazard when the user's metal snap comes into contact with another player.
Under Armour Inc. has received six reports of injuries that required stitches.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this product.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chin straps and contact Under Armour for a free replacement chin strap.
For more information, contact Under Armour Inc. at 1-888-276-6876 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (EST) or visit the firm's Web site.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 4,686 units of the recalled chin straps were sold across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled chin straps were sold from January 2008 through September 2010 in Canada.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 16, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Battery Chargers
This recall involves the Electric Bike Battery Chargers by Daymak Inc. The affected chargers can be identified by the model number XTD2000.
|
| Companies
|
Daymak Inc., Toronto, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The affected chargers have not been tested to determine whether they are compliant with the Canadian Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Daymak Inc. has received one reported incident where the charger melted and burnt to the point where it made a hole on its housing.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these affected chargers.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately disconnect and stop using the affected chargers and return them to Daymak Inc. for a replacement of the affected cUL certified charger.
For more information, consumers may contact Daymak Inc. by phone at 1-866-379-7779 or by mail at the following address:
Daymak Inc,
130 Oakdale Rd.
Toronto, Ontario
M3N 1V9
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 50 units of the affected chargers were sold in Ontario.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected chargers were sold in Canada since 2010.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 16, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Build-A-Bear Fruit Tutu Bikini Swimwear Set
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC), and Build-A-Bear Workshop®
This recall involves the inflatable inner tube sold with the Fruit Tutu Bikini Swimwear Set. The inner tube is pink with a white and yellow flower print on it. The inner tube has an inner diameter of 13 centimetres (5.25 inches) and an outer diameter of 23 centimetres (9 inches).
The swimwear set is two-piece fruit print bikini for teddy bears. The model numbers for the swimwear are 017220, 117220 and 417220 which can be found on the Build-a-Bear cardboard tag. The UPC numbers included in this recall are 000000017220, 000000117220 and 000000417220.
|
| Companies
|
Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis, MO.
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The inner tube accessory can be pulled over a small child's head, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
Build-A-Bear Workshop® has received one report of a 3-year old girl pulling the inner tube over her head and having difficulty removing it.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to use of the inner tube.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and help them keep children safe when they play with these toys, see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the inner tube and return them to the place of purchase for a coupon for a future purchase at Build-A-Bear Workshop®.
For more information, consumer may contact Build-A-Bear Workshop® at
1-866-236-5683 between 8AM and 6PM CT Monday through Friday or between 9AM and 4PM CT Saturday or visit the or visit the company's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 1,170 units of the affected products were sold in Canada and approximately 19,720 units were sold in the United States.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from April 2011 to August 2011 by Build-a-Bear Workshop® stores and online at www.buildabear.com.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 16, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Wolfgang Puck Reversible Tri-Grill/Griddle
This recall involves combination electric grills/griddles with dual thermostatic controls identified by model number BRTGG010.
There are three positions for the grill plates: fully open, closed on food and locked at a specific height. The stainless steel grills/griddles have "Wolfgang Puck Bistro Collection" stamped on the front of the unit next to the control dials.
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| Companies
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The Shopping Channel, Mississauga, Ontario
, W.P. Appliances Inc., Hollywood, Florida
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| Hazard Identified
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A defect in the electrical wiring of the appliance could potentially cause a shock hazard as well as an overheating hazard.
The manufacturer has received four reports of electrical shock and two reports of melted plastic housing. No injuries have been reported in Canada.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadian related to the use of this product.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the Wolfgang Puck Reversible Tri-Grill/Griddle and contact the manufacturer for return instructions. All known purchasers are being contacted directly by The Shopping Channel.
For more information, consumers may telephone W.P. Appliances toll-free at 1-855-666-0478, 24 hours a day / 7 days per week or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 3,058 units of the affected products were sold in Canada, exclusively by The Shopping Channel.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were sold from March 2011 to June 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 15, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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AshlandTM Glass Vase
Joint Recall with Micheals Stores, Inc, Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (U.S. CPSC)
The rectangular vases are made of clear glass and stand 30.5 centimetres (12 inches) tall, 20.3 centimetres (8 inches) wide and 6 centimetres (2.5 inches) deep.
The SKU number 10425827 and UPC number 06927619661665 are printed on a label on the bottom of the vase.
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| Companies
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Michaels Stores Inc. of Irving, Texas
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| Hazard Identified
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The glass vases can break or fracture when a consumer picks them up, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
In the United States, Michaels Stores Inc. has received four reports of the vase shattering, causing lacerations to the hands for all four. No injuries have been reported in Canada.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these vases.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should stop using this product immediately and return it to any Michaels Arts & Crafts Store for a full refund. To avoid the risk of breakage and possible injury, handle the vase with care.
For more information, consumers can contact Michaels toll-free at 1-800-642-4235 Monday through Saturday 8 am to 8pm CT or visit the firm's web site.
Consumers may view the release by the U.S. CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 1,800 of the vases were sold in Canada and approximately 28,000 in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from January 2008 to October 2010 in both Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 15, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Luminus 13W, Compact Fluorescent Lamp
This recall involves the Luminus Brand compact fluorescent lamp identified by model number P-17713 with date codes FL06, DA07 and LA07.
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| Companies
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Conglom Inc., St. Laurent, Québec
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| Hazard Identified
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The product does not comply with UL's safety requirements and is not eligible to bear the UL Mark. The lamp may overheat and melt the enclosure exposing live parts, posing a risk of fire and/or electric shock.
Conglom Inc. has received four reports of incidents with these compact fluorescent lamps, but none resulted in injuries or property damage.
Health Canada has received one report of an incident related to the use of these compact fluorescent lamps.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using these specific compact fluorescent lamps and contact Conglom Inc. to get instruction on how to receive a replacement item.
For more information, consumers may telephone Conglom Inc. Customer Service toll-free at 1-877-333-0098 ext. 450 or by e-mail.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 120,000 units of the affected products were sold at various retailers, home centres and bargain stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were sold from June 2006 to April 2007.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 14, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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3D Holiday Indoor/Outdoor Novelty Lighted Sculptures
This recall involves the 3D Holiday Indoor/Outdoor Novelty Lighted Sculptures. The affected sculptures can be identified as follows:
- 30" 3D Standing Buck 70L ($20) UPC 5870301446
- 52" 3D Standing Buck 175L ($35) UPC 5870301448
- Pre-Lit Sisal Gift Packages ($39) UPC 5870301450
Locations where product was sold:
| Store Name |
Item |
Date Sold |
| Atlantic Superstore Dartmouth Braemar |
30" CSA 3D STANDING BUCK 70L |
October 2nd |
| Loblaw Etobicoke The East Mall |
52" CSA 3D STANDING BUCK 175L |
October 3nd |
| SS Burnaby |
PRE-LIT SISAL GIFT PACKAGE S/3 |
October 1st |
| SS Calgary Heritage Meadows SE |
52" CSA 3D STANDING BUCK 175L |
October 4th |
| SS Mississauga Argentia |
PRE-LIT SISAL GIFT PACKAGE S/3 |
October 2nd |
| SS EF Westlock 100 St |
PRE52" CSA 3D STANDING BUCK 175L |
October 4th |
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| Companies
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Counseltron International Ltd of Toronto, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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The affected products have not been tested to determine whether they are compliant with the Canadian Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these affected products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should disconnect and stop using the affected products immediately and return to place of purchase for a refund or dispose of them in accordance with applicable waste regulations.
For more information, consumers may contact Loblaw Customer Relations at 1-888-495-5111.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 6 units of the affected products were sold at the aforementioned Loblaw store locations in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were sold from October 1 to October 4, 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 10, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Losi NiMH Start-Up Combo Charger
The Losi NiMH Start-Up Combo Charger is black and measures 10 centimetres x 5 centimetres (4" x 2"). The model number is LOSB9904 and is printed on the back of the battery package. A Losi logo sticker is on the front of the charger, along with another sticker with the instruction: "Use only with 7.2 V NiMH Batteries 1500mAh or higher." On the back of the charger is a sticker with voltage and current ratings for input (100-240VAC, 1.0A) and output (8.5V, 3A).
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| Companies
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Horizon Hobby Inc. of Champaign, Illinois
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| Hazard Identified
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The charger and battery can give off too much heat, posing a burn and fire hazard to consumers.
Horizon Hobby has received eight reports of the batteries being too hot. No injuries have been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these chargers.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled charger and contact Horizon Hobby for a refund of the retail value.
For more information, consumers may contact Horizon Hobby toll-free at 1-877- 504-0233 between 8AM and 7PM CT Monday through Friday, between 8AM and 5 PM CT Saturday and between 12PM and 5PM Sunday or visit the firm's website .
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 25 units of the recalled chargers were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled Chargers were sold from January 2011 to March 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 9, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Mastercraft Digital Clamp Meter
This recall involves the Mastercraft Digital Clamp Meter identified by product number 052-0163.
The digital meter is a hand-held device with a 1.9 centimetre (¾ inch) LCD display and plastic yellow clamps on the end. The 'Mastercraft' brand name is located on the front of the device and the product is sold with black and red test leads.
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| Companies
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Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. of Toronto, Ontario
, Colluck Company Limited
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| Hazard Identified
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Canadian Tire is recalling the Mastercraft Digital Clamp Meter as a precautionary safety measure due to improper wiring within the product on some units which could lead to an inaccurate reading.
Canadian Tire and Health Canada have not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these affected meters.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the Mastercraft Digital Clamp Meter and contact the Mastercraft hotline at 1-800-689-9928 to verify whether their meter is affected by this recall.
Consumers who have purchased an affected product can return it to any Canadian Tire store for a refund.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 21,573 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from October 2007 to October 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 7, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Twist N' Sort Toy
This recall involves Twist N' Sort wooden toys. The toy has a square base, four posts and twelve primary-coloured game pieces that can be arranged to fit over the posts.
Product number "712" is printed on the underside of the base.
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| Companies
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Guidecraft Inc. of Winthrop, Minnesota
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| Hazard Identified
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The small pegs on three of the four posts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Neither Guidecraft Inc. nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this toy.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the toy away from children if it is part of PO 712, which is printed on the underside of the product, and contact Guidecraft to receive a replacement unit or other product of equal value.
For more information, consumers may contact Guidecraft at 1-888-824-1308 between 9AM and 4:30PM ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 47 of the recalled toy were sold at specialty toy stores and gift shops across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from March 2011 to October 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 4, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Fuse Cell Phone Chargers
This recall involves various Fuse 120V cell phone chargers. The following models are included in the recall:
| Model Number |
Description |
| Model 6225 |
iPhone Travel Charger |
| Model 6776 |
Dual USB 120V Adaptor |
| Model 6786 |
Samsung Travel Charger |
| Model 6788 |
Mini USB Travel Charger |
| Model 6789 |
Micro USB Travel Charger |
| Model 7206 |
2 in 1 Travel Charger |
| Model 7212 |
Micro USB 1.5 amp Travel Charger |
| Model 7215 |
Samsung 1.5 amp Travel Charger |
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| Companies
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foneGEAR, LLC of Rochester Hills, Michigan
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| Hazard Identified
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The affected products have not been evaluated for safety against any Canadian standards and may pose safety hazards to users.
Neither foneGEAR, LLC, the Electrical Safety Authority nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these chargers.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers and return the product to foneGEAR in exchange for a similar certified product. foneGEAR will be replacing the recalled product with a new product that has been certified and built to the appropriate Canadian standards.
For more information, consumers may contact foneGEAR customer service by telephone toll-free at 1-877-366-3432 or by email.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 37,970 units of the affected products were sold at Wal-Mart, Zellers, HMV and Winners stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were sold from June 2011 to September 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 4, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Satori Rectangle Table
This recall involves the Satori rectangle table identified by product number 88-0384. The table consists of a dark metal frame with a glass top surface and measures 152 centimetres (60 inches) long by 92.5 centimetres (38 inches) wide.
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| Companies
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AOFA Furniture Manufacturing Company Limited.
, Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. of Toronto, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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Canadian Tire is recalling the Satori rectangle table due to a quality concern with the frame of the tabletop which could lead to a potential safety hazard.
Canadian Tire has received reports of the glass breaking resulting in injury.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to Canadians regarding the use of these tables.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the Satori rectangle table and return it to any Canadian Tire store for a full refund.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 6,851 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from January 2009 to May 2010.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 4, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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UBERHAUS Shelters
This recall is on UBERHAUS car shelters, winter shelters and vestibule shelters listed in the table below. The product number appears on the box and in the installation manual.
| Product details |
RONA SKU |
RÉNO-DÉPÔT SKU |
RONA-ONTARIO SKU
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| Car shelter
11' x 20'
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SB84169-1 |
4778002 |
340753 |
307769 |
| Car shelter 11'X16' |
SB84168-1 |
4778003 |
340754 |
307770 |
| Car shelter 11'X32' |
S011086 |
47785001 |
357400 |
329214 |
| Vestibule shelter 4X8X8' |
S011065-2 |
47785007 |
357413 |
329251 |
| Winter shelter 5'X12' |
S012027 |
47785008 |
364580 |
339127 |
| Car shelter 18'X20' |
S011070-2 |
47785009 |
364581 |
339128 |
| Winter shelter 5'X8'
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S012028 |
47785010 |
364582 |
339129 |
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| Companies
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Rona Inc., of Boucherville, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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The process used by the manufacturer to assemble the various materials that make up the car shelter has been shown defective. It may cause tears in the fabric and could cause injuries or property damage.
Neither RONA or Réno-Dépôt nor Health Canada has received reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians relating to the use of these shelters.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the shelter.
Customers who have these products in their possession should immediately return them to a Réno-Dépôt or RONA store.
They can also call the customer service line toll-free at 1-866-283-2239 for further information. The telephone number for the RONA customer service line also appears on the box and in the installation manual.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 384 units of these recalled shelters were sold in Canada at Réno-Dépôt or RONA stores in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled shelters were sold between July 2011 and October 2011.
Made in Taiwan.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 3, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Libbey "Fantasy" Glass Bowl Recalled by Libbey Glass Inc.
Joint Recall with Libbey Glass Inc., Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC).
This recall includes the Fantasy glass bowl cut on a diagonal with a thick base containing an air bubble in the center. The bowls are made of clear, colorless glass and were sold in only one size as 8.5 ounces. The bowls measure about 13.6 centimetres (53/8 inches) in height on the tallest side and about 5.7 centimetres (21/4 inches) across the base.
The following table outlines the Libbey UPC numbers, Item numbers, and Purchase Order numbers included in this recall:
| UPC # |
Item # |
PO#s |
| 031009 436743 |
390 |
364270 |
| 366911 |
| 369332 |
| 370573 |
| 371505 |
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| Companies
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Libbey Glass Inc., of Toledo, Ohio
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| Hazard Identified
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The glass bowl can break when subjected to sudden temperature changes or impact, posing a laceration hazard to the user.
Libbey has identified one incident where a product broke while being washed in a commercial dishwasher, but no injuries have been reported. No incidents have been reported in Canada.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these bowls.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return the product to the point of purchase for a refund. Commercial customers should contact Libbey Glass Inc. to arrange for destruction of the product and receipt of a credit or refund.
For more information contact Libbey Glass Inc., toll-free at 1-800-982-7063 between 8 AM and 5 PM ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 1656 of the recalled glass bowls were distributed to Home Outfitters stores across Canada, of which 45 glass bowls were sold to consumers. An additional 336 glass bowls were sold to commercial customers in Canada for use in foodservice establishments.
In the United States, approximately 16,600 of the recalled glass bowls were sold; 48 glass bowls were sold to consumers through the Libbey Outlet stores in Toledo, Ohio and Shreveport, Louisiana and the remaining recalled glass bowls were sold to commercial customers for use in foodservice establishments.
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| Time Period Sold
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In Canada, the recalled products were sold to consumers from August 2011 to September 2011 and to commercial customers from October 2010 to July 2011.
In the United States, the recalled product was sold from August 2010 to September 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 2, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Toulouse-LapTrec magnetic sketchboards
Joint Recall with Maison Joseph Battat Ltd., Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC).
This recall involves the Toulouse-LapTrec magnetic sketchboard, which has a white plastic writing surface bordered by either a red or brown plastic frame, and has a bean bag type backing. The sketch board has four animal shapes across the top - a rabbit, dog, cat and duck - and the multicoloured magnetic pen is affixed to the front of the sketchpad. The model number BX1026 (red frame) or BX1027 (brown frame) can be found on a paper wrapper that comes with the product at the time it was purchased. This recall only involves four batches with the codes: 041210; 070110; 082010; 120610. These codes are etched on the top right hand corner at the back of the item.
| Model Number |
Colour |
UPC |
| BX1026 |
Red |
062243 219892 |
| BX1027 |
Brown |
062243 219908 |
| BX1026C2 |
Red |
062243 219892 |
| BX1027C2 |
Brown |
062243 219908 |
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| Companies
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Maison Joseph Battat Ltd. of Montreal, Quebec
, Rainbow Force Plastic Products of China
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| Hazard Identified
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The magnetic tip can separate from the pen, posing a choking hazard for young children.
Battat has received 19 reports of the magnetic tip separating from the pen. No injuries have been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians as related to the use of this toy.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take recalled magnetic sketchboards away from children and contact Maison Joseph Battat Ltée. to request a pre-paid mailer to return the toy for free replacement product.
For more information, contact Maison Joseph Battat Ltd. at 1-800-361-7899 between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 4,300 units of the recalled magnetic sketchboards were sold across Canada and approximately 95,000 units were sold in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from April 2010 to December 2010 in Canada and from March 2010 to March 2011 in the United States.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 1, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Black Henna Cone
Red Henna Cone
This recall involves the Black Henna Cone and Red Henna Cone products imported by ITN Food Corporation. The product is in a shiny metallic conical shaped package and is labelled 'Black Henna Cone' or 'Red Henna Cone'.
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| Companies
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Al Shaikh Enterprises, 220/4 Ourangabad, Nazimabad, Karachi, Pakistan
, ITN Food Corporation of Toronto, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
|
The recalled products contain phenol as well as other phenolic compounds which are prohibited hotlist ingredients. Phenolic compounds are known as skin sensitizers and can produce chemical burns (corrosive action) to the skin.
Health Canada has received one reported incident related to the use of this product.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of the product.
For more information, consumers may contact ITN Food Corporation for any questions or concerns by phone at 1 (416) 321-2052 or by email or by mail at the following address:
ITN Food Corporation
40 Commander Blvd
Toronto, ON M1S 3S2
Fax : 1-416-321-2063
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 1,104 of the Black Henna Cone and 1,272 of the Red Henna Cone were sold at various ethnic stores in Ontario and Quebec.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from December 2010 to May 2011 at various ethnic stores in Ontario and Quebec.
Manufactured in Pakistan.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Nov 1, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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PAX AURLAND wardrobe glass mirror door.
Joint Recall with IKEA, Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
This recall involves the PAX AURLAND wardrobe glass mirror door, model number 101-604-51. The name 'PAX AURLAND', IKEA, the supplier number (12650) and date stamp (YYWW) is printed on the rear mirror door on the lower edge.
The mirror door is made of foil-coated particleboard and the mirror of glass. The mirror is secured with metal fastenings at the top and bottom. The mirror door measures about 50 centimetres (19.5 inches) wide and 236 centimetres (93 inches) long.
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| Companies
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IKEA Canada of Burlington, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
|
The mirror can detach unexpectedly from the wardrobe door, fall and shatter, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
IKEA has received reports of 14 incidents with one incident reporting a minor injury in Europe. No incidents have been reported in Canada or the United States.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this product.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should contact their local IKEA store for instructions on how to return the mirror wardrobe door for a free replacement door.
For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at 1-800-661-9807 anytime, or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 1,608 units of the affected product were sold in Canada at IKEA stores nationwide.
In the United States, approximately 1,700 units of the affected product were sold.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from August 2009 through September 2011 in Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in Sweden.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Nov 1, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
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Patio Glo bio-fuel Gel and Citronella PatioGlo fuel gel
This recall involves the Marshall Gardens Patio Glo Bio-Fuel pourable fuel gels packaged in 946 ml (32 ounces). clear plastic bottles sold with or without citronella. The label on the container says "PatioGlo bio-fuel gel" or "Citronella PatioGlo". The fuel is poured into a metal cup in the centre of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited. The following products are included in the recall:
- Model Number PG-32 SKU 845095015023
- Model Number PGC-32 (Citronella) SKU 845095015030
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| Companies
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Marshall Group, Elkhart, Indiana
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and expel onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Gel fuel that expels and ignites can pose a fire and burn risk to consumers including death.
Neither Health Canada nor the U.S. distributor, the Marshall Group, has received any reports of incidents in Canada. The Marshall Group has received four reports of incidents in the U.S, resulting in three injuries with burns requiring hospitalization.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the products and contact the Marshal Group for instruction on how to return the product to obtain a refund.
For more information, consumers may contact the Marshall Group at recall@marshallgroupcorp.com or toll-free at 855-270-8482 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 4,200 bottles of the recalled fuel gels were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from March 2011 to August 2011.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 28, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Fog Solution
This recall involves Fog Solution sold at Shoppers Drug Mart / Pharmaprix. The product is sold in a one quart (32 fl. oz. / 945 ml) black jug with a handle on the top and a pouring spout. The main label is black and orange with white lettering. The product can be identified by UPC 841493057412.
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| Companies
|
Seasonal Visions, Emeryville, California, U.S.A.
, Shoppers Drug Mart, Toronto, Canada
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada analysis has revealed that this product does not meet the labelling and child-resistant container requirements, as required by Canadian law.
The lack of child-resistant container and appropriate warning label could result in unintentional exposure to this product and lead to serious illnesses or injuries.
Neither Shoppers Drug Mart nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or illnesses to Canadians related to the use of this product.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to any Shoppers Drug Mart or Pharmaprix store for a refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Shoppers Drug Mart or Pharmaprix at 1-800-746-7737 or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 682 bottles of the recalled Fog Solution were sold in Shoppers Drug Mart / Pharmaprix stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from September 2011 to October 26, 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 27, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Harper Hand Trucks
The recalled product is a two-wheeled hand truck with 3-piece, metal/chrome plated wheels. "Harper Truck" and the model number can be found on an adhesive sticker on the hand truck frames cross member.
In Canada, only model number 51TK19 is included in this recall.
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| Companies
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Harper Hand Trucks, Inc. of Wichita, Kansas
|
| Hazard Identified
|
When the tires are overinflated, they can explode causing the wheel hub to separate or break, ejecting pieces of the hub. This poses a risk of injury to consumers.
Harper Trucks, Inc. has received 19 reports of overinflated tires exploding that resulted in 19 injuries including broken bones, loss of sight in one eye, contusions and lacerations. Three of these reports involve model number 51TK19, the only model sold in Canada.
Health Canada has not received reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of the hand trucks.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and contact Harper Trucks to obtain a free repair kit that includes lock washers to secure the four bolts on the 3-piece, metal/chrome plated wheels.
For more information, consumers can contact Harper Truck toll-free at 1-800-835-4099 Monday to Friday between 8:30PM and 4:30PM CT, email the firm or visit the company's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 6,696 of the recalled hand trucks were sold in Canada, exclusively by Home Depot Canada, Inc.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from September 2008 to March 2009 in Canada and the United States.
The wheel units were manufactured in the USA and Taiwan.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 27, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Trek 2012 FX Bicycles
Joint Recall with Trek Bicycle Corporation, Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
This recall involves the Trek 2012 FX Bicycles. The affected bicycles can be identified by the model and the following names:
| Model |
Name |
| Trek |
7.2 FX |
| 7.3 FX |
| 7.4 FX |
| 7.5 FX |
The model name can be found on the frame of the affected bicycles.
|
| Companies
|
Trek Bicycle Corporation of Waterloo, Wisconsin
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The bolt that secures the seat saddle clamp to the seat post can break posing a fall hazard.
No reports of injury or incidents in Canada have been received by the company. However, Trek has received four reports of incidents with one injury involving a broken tooth and lip injury in the US.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should stop riding the bicycles immediately and contact an authorized Trek dealer for a free replacement bolt.
For additional information, contact Trek at 1-800-373-4594 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the company's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 1,136 recalled bicycles were sold in Canada and 27,000 in the US at specialty bicycle retailers.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from May 2011 to September 2011 in Canada and in the United States.
Manufactured in China
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 25, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
GE Monogram® Pro Rangetop with Grill
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC), GE Appliances, MC Commercial Inc., Mabe Leiser S.A.
This recall involves GE Monogram® Pro Rangetop with Grill operating on liquified petroleum (LP or propane) gas. The Rangetops included in this recall can be identified by the following model and serial numbers:
| Model Number |
Serial Number |
ZGU364LRP ZGU484LGP ZGU486LRP ZGU364NRP ZGU484NGP ZGU486NRP
|
AS AT AV |
DS DT DV |
FS FT FV |
GS GT GV |
HR HS HT HV |
LR LS LT LV |
MR MS MT |
RR RS RT |
SR SS ST |
TR TS TT |
VR VS VT |
ZR ZS ZT |
The LP models and only natural gas models that have been converted for use with LP gas are included in the recall. Mabe will notify known owners of natural gas units and provide a free repair for any consumers who converted their Rangetop with Grill to LP gas.
|
| Companies
|
MC Commercial Inc., Burlington, Ontario
, Mabe Leiser S.A. de C.V.
|
| Hazard Identified
|
When one of the top burner gas control knobs is inadvertently left in a position between OFF and LITE, the burner can fail to light. Because LP gas is heavier than air, this can cause an accumulation of gas in the base of the rangetops with Grills operating on LP gas. This situation creates the potential for a delayed ignition or explosion.
Mabe Leiser S.A. has received 6 reports of incidents in the United States, and 0 reports of incidents in Canada.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents and injuries to Canadians related to the use of the Rangetops.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers who are operating one of the affected products using LP gas should immediately stop using the product, turn off the gas supply and contact Mabe to schedule a free repair.
For more information, consumers may contact Mabe Leiser S.A. at 1-855-307-0070.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
In Canada, no (0) LP gas units were sold and approximately 120 natural gas units were sold across Canada. Only natural gas models that have been converted for use with LP gas are included in the recall. Natural Gas units are sold with LP conversion kits for field conversion at the option of the consumer.
In the United States, approximately 470 liquid LP gas units of the affected products were sold nationwide.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from October 2008 to August 2011 in Canada, and from May 2008 to June 2011 in the United States.
Manufactured in Mexico.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 20, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
LittleLife Discoverer Child Carriers
Joint Recall with Lifemarque Limited, Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
The carriers may have been sold without bolts that attach the carrier's main frame to the metal stand. Missing bolts cause the carrier to disconnect from the stand and fall backwards, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier.
Lifemarque Limited, US CPSC and Health Canada have not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the recalled product.
|
| Companies
|
Lifemarque Limited of the United Kingdom
, Rock Gear Distribution of Alberta Canada
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The carriers may have been sold without bolts that attach the carrier's main frame to the metal stand. Missing bolts cause the carrier to disconnect from the stand and fall backwards, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier.
Lifemarque Limited, US CPSC and Health Canada have not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the recalled product.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the affected carriers and contact LittleLife for a replacement product.
For additional information, contact the firm toll-free at 1-877-922-5462 between 12AM and 7PM ET Monday through Friday, email the firm or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 10 units were distributed in Canada and 40 units distributed in the United States.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from January 2011 to July 2011 in Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in Vietnam.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 19, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Hatley Youth Girls Splash Jacket - Fall 2011
This recall involves batch 1007057 of three different raincoat styles :
- Polka Dot Splash Jacket (RC8PODO004)
- Pink Splash Jacket (RC8PIGR001)
- Red Splash Jacket (RC8PHBO1)
The raincoats have snap buttons with a round plastic button covering. The batch number is identified on the label of the coat.
|
| Companies
|
Hatley of Lasalle, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Hatley has determined that the round plastic covering on the snap buttons may detach from the raincoats, posing a choking hazard to young children.
In cooperation with Health Canada, Hatley is voluntarily recalling the raincoats.
Hatley has received seven reports in the United States and two in Canada of the round plastic covering on the snap buttons detaching from the raincoat. No injuries were reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled raincoat with Production Order number 1007057 and return it to the retailer where it was purchased for full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Hatley at 1-800-667-2583.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 773 of the recalled products in sizes 4X to 12X were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold in August and September 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 18, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
"Tosca" Gel Firebowl
This recall involves the "Tosca" Gel Firebowl by Bond Manufacturing Co. The affected firebowl can be identified by the Item number 66110 and the UPC number 034613661105.
|
| Companies
|
Bond Manufacturing Co., of Antioch, California
, Loblaw Companies Limited of Brampton, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
This product lacks the required precautionary labeling required for containers sold with the intention of being filled with a hazardous chemical product such as gel fuel.
Pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firebowl that is still burning. This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firebowl is still ignited. Fuel gel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Health Canada has received one incident report involving two injuries related to the use of this firebowl with pourable gel fuel.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the firebowl and contact Bond Manufacturing Co. for instruction on how to return the product to obtain a refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Bond Manufacturing Co. at 1-866-771-2663 Monday to Friday from 8AM to 4:30PM PST.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 10,422 of the recalled firebowls were sold in Loblaws across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled firebowls were sold from February to June 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 18, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Electric Planers, Hand Sanders and Rotary Hammer Drills
This recall involves electric planers, hand sanders and rotary hammer drills. The following products and models are included in this recall.
| Product |
Model Number |
Colour |
| Electric Planer |
CHIG5317 |
Light Blue |
| Electric Hand Sander |
20041 |
Light Blue |
| Electric Rotary Hammer Drill |
10504 |
Silver and Green |
|
| Companies
|
AJ Distributor / Ridgerock Tools USA
, DIY TOOLS of North York, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The affected products have not been evaluated for safety against any Canadian standards and may pose safety hazards to users.
Neither DIY TOOLS nor the Electrical Safety Authority nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these products.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to DIY TOOLS for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact DIY TOOLS by telephone at 1-416-667-8665 or by mail at the following address:
DIY TOOLS
2901 Steeles Avenue West, Unit 38,
North York, Ontario
M3J 3A5.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 6 electric planers, 4 electric hand sanders and 4 electric rotary hammer drills were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from January 2010 to January 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 14, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Duramaxx 5-ton Electric Log Splitters
This recall involves Duramaxx 5-ton electric log splitters. The log splitters are silver and black. The following log splitters are included in this recall.
| Brand Name |
Model Number |
Item Number |
| Duramaxx |
26103 |
239714 |
The model number and item number are printed on the power switch label at the rear of the log splitter. The name "Duramaxx" is printed on the side rail of the log splitters.
|
| Companies
|
Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd. of China
, Lowe's Companies Canada, ULC of Toronto, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The hydraulic arm on the log splitter that slides under the handle used to move the machine can amputate fingertips or lacerate fingers if an individual grasps the handle while the log splitter is operating.
Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd has received two reports of injuries including a fingertip amputation and a finger laceration. Both individuals were injured after placing their hands on the handle of an operating log splitter.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these log splitters.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers who have not received warning labels by mail should immediately stop using the recalled log splitters and contact Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd. to receive a free set of warning labels including placement instructions.
For more information, consumers may contact Changzhou Globe Tool Group Co. Ltd. toll-free at 1-866-456-8934 between 9AM and 5PM ET Monday through Saturday or send an e-mail.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 260 units of the affected products were sold at Lowe's stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from January 2010 to March 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 11, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
B.O.B.® single and double strollers
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and B.O.B. Trailers Inc.
Expansion of February 2011 Recall
This recall involves the following 11 models of B.O.B.® single and double strollers. The logo is embroidered on the stroller canopy. Strollers have either a BOB®, Ironman®, or Stroller Strides® logo embroidered on the canopy(s) with backing material.
| BOB Stroller Model Name |
Embroidered Canopy Logo consumers should look for |
| Sport Utility Stroller |
"BOB" |
| Sport Utility Stroller D'Lux |
"BOB" |
| Ironman® |
"IRONMAN" |
| Sport Utility Stroller Duallie® |
"BOB" |
| Ironman® Duallie® |
"IRONMAN" |
| Revolution® |
"BOB" |
| Revolution® 12" |
"BOB" |
| Stroller Strides® |
"STROLLER STRIDES" |
| Revolution® Duallie® |
"BOB" |
| Revolution® 12" Duallie® |
"BOB" |
| Stroller Strides® Duallie® |
"STROLLER STRIDES" |
|
| Companies
|
B.O.B. Trailers Inc. of Boise, Idaho
|
| Hazard Identified
|
In rare instances, it is possible for a child to remove the embroidery backing of the embroidered logo on the stroller canopy and put this material into their mouth, posing a potential choking hazard.
The firm has received six reports of children gaining access to, removing and inserting into their mouth, the embroidery backing of the stroller canopy's embroidered logo while seated in an infant car seat that has been attached to a B.O.B.® Infant Car Seat Adapter.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these strollers.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers until they remove the embroidery backing from the canopy's embroidered logo.
Please visit the firm's website for detailed backing removal instructions.
For additional information, or to order instructions, consumers may contact B.O.B. Trailers, Inc. at 1-855-242-2245 between 8:30AM and 5PM MT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 27,000 units of the affected strollers were sold at various specialty stores and online retailers across Canada.
Approximate 412,000 units of the affected strollers were sold in the United States.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled strollers were sold from November 1998 to present.
Manufactured in Taiwan and China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 11, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Master Lock Tri-ball Mount
Recall by Master Lock, as announced by Transport Canada
This voluntary recall involves the Master Lock Tri-ball Mount trailer hitch model 2948AT. The recalled products do not have a date code on the draw bar but they do have a 10,000 lb rating stamp in the 6 centimetres (2 5/16 inches) hitch ball.
|
| Companies
|
Master Lock, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The 6 centimetres (2 5/16 inches) hitch ball may not meet the 4,535 kilograms (10,000 lbs) SAE rating which could lead to failure of the weld at the base of the ball, posing a potential safety hazard to consumers.
Neither Master Lock nor Health Canada have received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of the Tri-Ball Mounts in Canada.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop the use of the Tri-Ball Mount trailer hitch and contact Master Lock for a product replacement.
For more information, consumers may contact Master Lock at
1-800-464-2088 between Monday to Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM CST.
Consumers may also contact Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0371 or view the recall notice on Transport Canada's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 142 of the recalled Tri-Ball Mounts were sold into Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled Tri-Ball Mounts were sold from May 19, 2011 to September 15, 2011. Similar mounts shipped before May 19, 2011 are not affected by or included in this recall.
Manufactured in the United States.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 7, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
RedMax Brushcutter / Trimmer
The recalled brushcutter / trimmer is a RedMax model TR2350S. Recalled brushcutters have shaft serial numbers ranging from 10215377 to 10625892, and engine serial numbers ranging from 10115390 to 10425910.
The model number and shaft serial number are located on a label on the shaft halfway between the trimmer head and the engine. The engine serial number is located on the bottom of engine between the two screws that secure fuel tank to the engine. See illustration below.
The product is powered by a 2-cycle gasoline engine and cuts grass or weeds through the use of a spinning black trimmer head containing a spool of filament line.
|
| Companies
|
Husqvarna Zenoah Co., Ltd., 1-9 Minimadai, Kawagoe, Saitama, 3501165, Japan, an affiliate of Husqvarna Professional Products Inc., Charlotte, N.C.
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Certain brushcutters may have a quality issue that could cause a potential safety hazard. The top of the fuel tank where the fuel cap is secured does not meet specifications in some units allowing fuel to leak when the fuel cap is not securely tightened, therein possibly posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Husqvarna and Health Canada have received no reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of the brushcutters.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to their local RedMax dealer for repair.
For additional information, please contact Husqvarna toll-free between 8AM and 6PM ET Monday through Friday at 1-877-257-6921 or e-mail the company.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 400 units of the recalled product were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from approximately March 2011 to July 2011 at authorized RedMax dealers and distributors throughout Canada.
Assembled in the United States.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 6, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
BUSA Children's Folding Tent
Joint Recall with Health Canada,the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)and IKEA Canada
This recall involves BUSA children's folding tent with model number 90192009. BUSA, IKEA and the model number are printed on a sewn-in label attached to the interior of the tent. The tent frame is made of flat steel wire and the tent material of pale green polyester fabric.
|
| Companies
|
IKEA Canada of Burlington, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The steel wire frame of the tent can break in use. This can cause sharp wire ends to protrude through the tent fabric, creating a risk of a laceration or puncture wound injury to a child playing with the tent.
IKEA has received three reports of wire frame breaking incidents in Europe and Asia regarding these children's tents, one has resulted in a minor injury.
Health Canada and the US CPSC have not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these children's tents.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and help them keep children safe when they play with these toys, see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the tent away from children and return it to their nearest IKEA store for a full refund.
For additional information, contact IKEA toll-free at 1-888-966-4532 anytime, or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 7,000 of the children's tents were sold in Canada and approximately 51,000 were sold in the United States.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from August 2011 to September 2011 at IKEA stores in Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in Vietnam.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 5, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Specialized Bicycle with Advanced Group Carbon forks
This recall involves Advanced Group carbon forks on certain 2011 model year Specialized bicycles :
| Model |
Year |
Model number |
| Sirrus Comp |
2011 |
8019-41_ _ |
| Sirrus Elite |
2011 |
8019-51_ _ |
| Vita Expert |
2011 |
9219-31_ _ |
| Vita Comp |
2011 |
8219-41_ _ |
| Vita Elite |
2011 |
8219-50_ _ |
| Vita Elite |
2011 |
8219-51_ _ |
| Vita Elite |
2011 |
8219-53_ _ |
| Tricross Comp |
2011 |
9011-41_ _ |
| Tricross Sport |
2011 |
9011-63_ _ |
| Tricross |
2011 |
9011-72_ _ |
| Tricross |
2011 |
9011-73_ _ |
|
| Companies
|
Advanced Group, Taiwan
, Specialized Canada of Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Québec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The brake boss housed within the carbon fork on the specified Specialized bicycles can disengage from the fork and allow the brake assembly to contact the wheel spokes while rotating, posing a fall hazard.
Specialized has received two reports in the United States and one in Canada of the brake boss disengaging from the carbon fork. No injuries were reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop riding the affected bicycles and return the bicycle to an authorized Specialized retailer for a free replacement fork.
For more information, consumers may contact Specialized Canada toll-free at 1-800-465-8887 (contacts: Jonathan Pilon and Colin Altman) or visit the firm's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 3,079 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold in various stores across Canada from June 2010 to August 2011.
Manufactured in Taiwan.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 4, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Indoor/Outdoor & Citronella Pacific Flame Bio-Ethanol Gel Fuel
This recall involves Indoor/Outdoor & Citronella Pacific Flame Bio-Ethanol Gel Fuel. The following gel fuels are included in this recall.
| Description |
UPC |
| Citronella Pacific Flame Bio-Ethanol Gel Fuel |
095583001704 |
| Indoor/Outdoor Pacific Flame Bio-Ethanol Gel Fuel |
095583001605 |
The fuel gels are in 946 mL white plastic squeeze bottles with dispenser cap. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the centre of firepots or other decorative lighting devices and then ignited.
|
| Companies
|
Pacific Décor Ltd of Woodninvile, Washington
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning.
This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Fuel gel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Neither Health Canada nor Pacific Décor Ltd. has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these gel fuels in Canada.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the products and return all bottles to the place of purchase for a full refund.
A retrofit for the fuel gel is being evaluated and may be available in the near future.
For more information, consumers can contact Pacific Décor Ltd at 1-425-949-7878.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 216 of the recalled fuel gels were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from June 2011 to August 2011.
Manufactured in the United States.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Oct 3, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Creative Nail Design (CND) UV Lamp
This recall involves Creative Nail Design (CND) UV lamps with model number 08200.
The UV lamp is an electrical nail curing device for professional salon use. The product is a white box with programmable control buttons at one end and an opening to place hands or feet at the other. The brand name "CND" is molded into the plastic top of the product. The model number can be found on the side of the product near the handle.
|
| Companies
|
Creative Nail Design, Inc. of Vista, California
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The affected product has not been evaluated for safety against any Canadian standards and may pose safety hazards to users.
Neither Creative Nail Design, Inc., the Electrical Safety Authority nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products in Canada.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled products. Consumers should take the product to the nearest place of purchase, with the receipt if available, for a full refund or exchange for an approved product.
For more information, consumers may contact Debbie Waite from Creative Nail Design, Inc. by telephone at 1-800-700-4939, extension 208.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 4,723 units of the affected products were sold to various beauty product distributors and professional salons across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold from June 2010 to August 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 30, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Bond Ceramic Firebowl Gift Set Latte, Fire Gel, and Fire Gel with Citronella
This recall involves the following items:
| Description |
Item |
UPC |
| Ceramic Firebowl Gift Set Latte |
66146 |
034613661464 |
| 2L Fire Gel |
66141 |
034613661419 |
| 946ml Fire Gel |
66140 |
034613661402 |
| 946ml Fire Gel with Citronella |
66201 |
034613662010 |
|
| Companies
|
Bond Manufacturing, USA
, Jiangdu ZhongTian Tourist Products Co.,Ltd, China
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning.
This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Fuel gel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Health Canada has received one report involving two injuries.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Bond Manufacturing for instructions on how to return the product to obtain a refund.
For more information on the product and a refund, consumers can contact Bond Manufacturing at 1-866-771-2663 Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm or email the company.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 37,284 of the recalled product were sold by various retailers in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from January 2011 to August 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 29, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
John Deere Lawn Tractors
This recall involves green lawn tractors with yellow seats and mower decks of various models and serial numbers. The model number is located on both sides of the tractor's hood. The serial number is located under the right rear fender.
The following Model D100, D110, D120, and D130 tractors, all with a 42-inch EdgeTM Cutting System mower deck, are included in this recall.
| Models |
Serial Numbers |
| D100 |
1GXD100A...BB050246 thru 1GXD100A...BB051508 1GXD100E...BB104567 thru 1GXD100E...BB114387 |
| D110 |
1GXD110A...BB051350 thru 1GXD110A...BB054905 1GXD110C...BB010187 thru 1GXD110C...BB010413 1GXD110E...AB106157 thru 1GXD110E...AB106342 1GXD110E...BB106358 thru 1GXD110E...BB115481 |
| D120 |
1GXD120A...BB101040 thru 1GXD120A...BB101642 1GXD120C...BB010026 thru 1GXD120C...BB010035 1GXD120E...BB101959 thru 1GXD120E...BB102750 |
| D130 |
1GXD130A...BB050470 thru 1GXD130A...BB052004 1GXD130C...BB010122 thru 1GXD130C...BB010295 1GXD130E...BB104068 thru 1GXD130E...BB107782 |
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| Companies
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Deere & Company of Moline, Illinois, USA
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| Hazard Identified
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The hardware used to hold the mower blade brake assemblies on the mower decks can break. This can cause the mower blades to spin longer than normal after the operator turns off the power, posing a laceration hazard.
Neither Deere & Company nor Health Canada have received any reports of incidents or injuries related to these products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn tractors and contact the nearest John Deere dealer for a free hardware inspection and repair.
For more information, consumers may contact Deere & Company at 1-800-537-8233
or visit their website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 1,592 of the recalled lawn tractors were sold in Canada at John Deere dealers, and Home Depot and Lowes stores nationwide.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from October 2010 to September 2011.
Manufactured in the United States.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Sep 29, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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John Deere Lawn Tractors
This recall involves John Deere X300, X300R and X304 Select Series TM Lawn Tractors with Kawasaki FS541V engines manufactured between September 20, 2010 and July 21, 2011, within the following serial number ranges listed below.
The model number is located on both sides of the tractor's hood. The serial number is located under the right rear fender.
| Model |
Serial Numbers |
| X300 |
1M0X300B...M180001 thru 1M0X300B...M180600 |
| 1M0X300C...M180001 thru 1M0X300C...M208330 |
| 1M0X300E...M180001 thru 1M0X300E...M180718 |
| 1M0X300F...M180001 thru 1M0X300F...M180888 |
| 1M0X300G...M180001 thru 1M0X300G...M183700 |
| 1M0X300H...M180001 thru 1M0X300H...M180145 |
| 1M0X300J...M180001 thru 1M0X300J...M180106 |
| X304 |
1M0X304A...M180001 thru 1M0X304A...M184936 |
| 1M0X304B...M180001 thru 1M0X304B...M180696 |
| 1M0X304C...M180001 thru 1M0X304C...M180054 |
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| Companies
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Deere & Company of Moline, Illinois, USA
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| Hazard Identified
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The cooling fan (A) installed on top of the front mounted Kawasaki engine in the lawn tractor can break. If the cooling fan is not operational, the engine can overheat causing the surrounding plastic to melt, creating the risk of fire and serious injury.
Neither Deere & Company nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to these Lawn Tractors in Canada.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn tractors and contact the nearest John Deere dealer for a free engine cooling fan replacement.
For more information, consumers may contact Deere & Company at 1-800-537-8233 or visit their website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 2,486 of the recalled lawn tractors were sold in Canada at John Deere dealers nationwide.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled Lawn Tractors were sold from September 2010 to August 2011.
Manufactured in the United States.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Sep 29, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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John Deere Lawn Tractors
This recall involves green lawn tractors with yellow seats and mower decks of Model D100 with various serial numbers. The model number is located on both sides of the tractor's hood. The serial number is located under the right rear fender.
The following Model D100 tractors are included in this recall.
| Model |
Serial Numbers |
| D100 |
1GXD100A...BB051247 thru 1GXD100A...BB053312 1GXD100E...BB110317 thru 1GXD100E...BB139599 |
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| Companies
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Deere & Company of Moline, Illinois, USA
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| Hazard Identified
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The hardware used to hold the brake assembly to the transmission housing can break. This can cause the brakes to fail, posing an injury hazard due to the loss of control.
Neither Deere & Company nor Health Canada have received any reports of incidents or injuries related to these products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn tractors and contact the nearest John Deere dealer for a free hardware inspection and repair.
For more information, consumers may contact Deere & Company at 1-800-537-8233 or visit their website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 60 of the recalled lawn tractors were sold in Canada at John Deere dealers, and Home Depot and Lowes stores nationwide.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from October 2010 to September 2011.
Manufactured in the United States.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Sep 29, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Toy Workshop Sets and Tool Sets by Little TikesTM
Expansion of August 2009 Recall
This recall involves the toy nails sold as part of 11 additional models of Little Tikes® Workshop and tool sets listed below. The plastic toy nails are either red or blue, and are 8 centimetres (3 1/4 inches) long by 3 centimetres (1 1/4 inches) in diameter. The nails have a round head. Approximately 3 centimetres (1 1/4 inches) below the head is a plastic ridge, slightly smaller than the nail head and about 2.5 centimetres (1 inch) in diameter.
| Model # |
Name |
Sold |
| 4491 |
Workshop |
1994-1995 |
| 4601 |
Deluxe Workshop |
1996-1999 |
| 0827 |
Carry Along Workshop |
1997-1998 |
| 4765 |
Rev'n Roar Mechanics Workshop |
1997-1999 |
| 0627 |
Carry Along Tool Caddy |
1996-2002 |
| 4174 |
Home Center Workshop |
2001-2002 |
| 4789 |
Workbench |
1997-1998 |
| 4071 |
Little Tikes Workshop |
1990-1994 |
| 0014 |
Kohl's Workshop Tool Set |
2000 |
| 4497 |
Menard's Home Center Workshop |
2003-2004 |
| 4201 |
Action Power Workshop |
2002-2004 |
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| Companies
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Little Tikes of Hudson, Ohio
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| Hazard Identified
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The oversized plastic toy nails can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Little Tikes has recently identified two additional incidents, which occurred in the United States in 1997 and 2003, of children who choked when the toy nail became lodged in their throat. Both children were treated in a hospital and made a full recovery.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the toy nails away from children and contact Little Tikes for a free replacement toy nail.
For more information, consumers may contact Little Tikes at 1-800-321-0183 between 8AM and 8PM ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
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An unknown amount of product was sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from 1990 to 2004.
Manufactured in the United States and China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
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Content
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| Date
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Sep 29, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Various drop-side cribs by Shermag Inc.
Joint Recall with Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Shermag Inc.
This recall involves wooden drop-side cribs with hidden drop-side hardware. The cribs were sold in various colors. Model numbers 202647, 211047 and 272547 are subject to this recall. The cribs were sold separately and as part of the "Claire de Lune," "Fairy Tales" and "Dormez Vous" furniture collections. "Shermag" is located on a tag on the mattress springs. The model numbers can be found on stickers and warning labels on the crib's headboard or footboard.
| Model Number |
Product Name |
UPC |
Color Finish |
| 202647 |
Clair de Lune |
773378889217 |
Tea |
| 211047 |
Fairy Tales |
773378884150 |
Pecan |
| 211047 |
Fairy Tales |
773378884216 |
Parchment |
| 211047 |
Fairy Tales |
773378884243 |
Off-White |
| 272547 |
Dormez-Vous |
773378889330 |
Off-White |
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| Companies
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Shermag Inc. of Sherbrooke, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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The drop-side rail hardware on the cribs can break or fail, allowing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches, a hazardous gap is created between the drop-side rail and the crib mattress in which infants and toddlers can become wedged or entrapped, posing risks of suffocation and strangulation. In addition, children can fall out of the crib when the drop-side rail falls unexpectedly or detaches from the crib. Drop-side rail failures can also occur due to incorrect assembly or with age-related wear and tear.
No incidents or injuries involving the recalled drop side cribs were reported to Health Canada.
CPSC and the firm are aware of 21 incidents involving drop sides that failed or detached. No injuries have been reported.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should carefully examine the drop-side rail hardware for any signs of damage. If consumers determine that the drop-side hardware is broken, loose, missing, or deformed or that there are any other reasons for concern, consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and find an alternative safe sleeping environment for their baby.
Any consumer with a crib subject to this recall should contact Shermag to receive a free repair kit that converts the drop-side of the crib to a fixed side.
For more information, consumers may contact Shermag Inc. at 1-800-567-3419, from Monday to Friday between 9AM and 5PM ET or send an email or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 811 units of the recalled cribs were sold across Canada.
Approximately 2300 units of the recalled cribs were sold In the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected cribs were sold from August 2004 to February 2008.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Sep 27, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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"Hill Blazer" High Performance Metal Frame 3-Ski Snow Sled
This voluntary recall involves the "Hill Blazer" High Performance Metal Frame 3-Ski Snow Sled by ERA Group. The sled features a black frame with a braking system, three skis: 2 lateral skis which are blue and a central ski which is yellow containing an orange rope for transportation purposes, a yellow steering wheel and a blue seat.
The sled is intended for children 6 years and over. The complete dimensions of the sled are 120 x 51 x 38 centimetres. The recalled products can be identified by the model number 6598275 and the UPC 7-72421-99857-9.
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| Companies
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ERA Group of Ville St. Laurent, Quebec
, Yongkang Hwatye Co., Ltd. of China
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| Hazard Identified
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The coating on the black frame contains barium in excess of the allowable limit.
Some forms of barium are safely used in medical and commercial applications, while other forms of barium can be toxic, causing adverse health effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and cramps as well as more severe symptoms. Children's toys coated with paint containing barium in excess of the allowable limit are strictly prohibited in Canada.
Neither ERA Group nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product in Canada.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's: Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers are advised to stop using the "Hill Blazer" 3-Ski sleds and contact ERA Group to receive a free replacement part.
For instructions on how to dismantle the product and return the metal frame for a replacement, consumers may contact ERA Group toll-free at 1-877-372-9273, Monday to Friday from 9AM to 4:30PM EST or by e-mail.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 2,969 units of the recalled "Hill Blazer" 3-Ski sleds were sold across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled "Hill Blazer" 3-Ski sleds were sold from July 2010 to January 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Sep 23, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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"Time 4 Crafts" Mini Glue Gun
This recall involves Quick Shot Mini Glue Gun 10 W sold under the brand name "Time 4 Crafts" by CTG Brands Inc. The device is black with a red plastic tip and a red trigger. It can be identified by the model number TY-G1001 (GG600).
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| Companies
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CTG Brands Inc. of Toronto, Ontario
, Jiande Tongyu Electrical Appliance Tools Plant
|
| Hazard Identified
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The affected product has not been evaluated for safety against any Canadian standards and bears an unauthorized cUL (Canadian Underwriters Laboratories Inc.) mark. The product may pose safety hazards to users.
Neither CTG Brands Inc. nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products in Canada.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected glue guns and dispose of them. Consumers are advised to contact their municipality for instructions on disposing glue guns.
For more information, consumers may contact CTG Brands Inc. at 1-905-761-3330 between 9AM and 5PM, Monday to Friday.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 115,900 units of the affected glue guns were sold at various Dollar and discount stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected glue guns were sold from July 2007 to August 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Sep 23, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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LED Night Lights
This recall involves an LED night light with fire retardant elements, plugs into an electrical outlet, has a white LED bulb and a clear cover. The night light measures about 4.5 centimetres (1.75 inches) wide by 9.5 centimetres (3.75 inches) high.
"Model SBD01", the number "E314462" and "China" are stamped on the back of the product's white base.
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| Companies
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Staples Promotional Products of Mississauga, Ontario
, Trane of Toronto, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The LED night lights can overheat, smoulder, or melt when plugged into an electrical outlet which may cause minor burns to consumers.
The firm has received five reports of the recalled LED night lights overheating, smouldering or melting when plugged into an electrical outlet. There have been no reports of injuries or property damage reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these night lights.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled night light and contact Camsing for instructions on how to return the product.
For more information, consumers may contact Camsing Global toll-free at 1-877-924-4624 between 9AM and 5PM ET, or visit the firm's website for further instructions.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 500 units of the affected products were distributed by Trane as a free promotional product for their customers in Ontario only.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were distributed from January 20, 2011 to June 27, 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 23, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Vector Glue Gun
This recall involves Vector Mini Glue Gun with item number item 625. The gun comes in black with a red plastic tip and a red trigger.
The label on the recalled Vector Glue Gun has no model number identified and the product includes an unauthorized ETL Intertek Mark without a control number.
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| Companies
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Royal International Corporation of Saint Laurent, Quebec
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The affected products have not been evaluated to determine whether they are compliant with the Canadian Standards for product safety, and may pose a safety hazard to consumers.
Neither Royal International Corporation nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products in Canada.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the affected product and return it to the place of purchase.
For more information, consumers may contact Royal International Corporation at 1-800-465-4566 extension 221.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 6,684 units of the affected products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were sold from May 2011 to July 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Sep 22, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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1000lb Swivel Jack
This voluntary recall involves the 1000lb Swivel Jack identified by model number 040-9035 and date code J1K. Only products from the batch with date code J1K are impacted by this recall. The date code is located on the wheel castor.
The 1000lb Swivel Jack is a trailer jack made of heavy duty zinc-plated tubing. The product provides up to 63.5 centimetres (25 inches) of lift and has one 15 centimetres (6 inches) reinforced poly wheel.
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| Companies
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Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. of Toronto, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The Swivel Jacks which contain a date code of J1K may not contain the appropriate c-clamp, posing a potential safety hazard to consumers.
Health Canada has not received any reports of injuries or incidents related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to any Canadian Tire store for a refund.
For more information, consumers may telephone Canadian Tire's Customer Relations Department at 1-800-387-8803 for service in English or 1-800-565-3365 for service in French.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 996 units of the recalled 1000lb Swivel Jacks were sold in Canadian Tire Stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled 1000lb Swivel Jacks were sold from April 2011 to August 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 20, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
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Guardrail Packs included with Twin Bunk Beds and Loft Beds
Joint Recall with Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and the American Woodcrafters
This recall involves the upper guardrails on either twin bed over twin bunk beds or twin bed over double bed loft design. The beds have a permanent label attached to the headboard or the footboard of the bed with the American Woodcrafters logo.
The affected beds are identifiable by the following SKU numbers: 1800-977 or 1800-969, PO numbers: 103276, 103432 or 300038 and the manufacturing date.
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| Companies
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American Woodcrafters, of High Point, North Carolina
, CV. Sumberina, Indonesia (from Sep 2010 to Oct 2010) and PT. Tunas Furniture, Indonesia (from Feb 2011 to May 2011)
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| Hazard Identified
|
Guardrails on the upper bunk or loft beds may crack and collapse, posing a fall hazard.
The firm has received two reports of cracked rails in the United States. No injuries have been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these bunk beds.
For more information on bunk bed safety in Canada, see Health Canada's Consumer Information - Bunk Bed Safety.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the upper beds and contact American Woodcrafters or their furniture dealer to arrange for the installation of a free set of replacement guard rails.
For additional information, consumers can contact American Woodcrafters at 1-888-429-7265 between 8AM and 5PM ET, or email the firm.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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7 of the affected units of the bunk beds were sold in Canada and approximately 180 were sold in the United States.
|
| Time Period Sold
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The affected bunk beds were sold from October 2010 to June 2011 in Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in Indonesia.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Sep 19, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
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Real Flame Pour Gel and Real Flame Citronella Pour Gel
This recall involves the Pourable Real Flame gel fuel bottles. The product is a clear, pourable gel fuel packaged in 946 millilitres (32 oz.) and 886.6 millilitres (29.98 oz) plastic bottles sold in non-scented and citronella scents. All lot codes are affected.
| Product Name |
Model Number |
UPC |
| Real Flame Pour Gel |
2164 |
752370021641 |
| Real Flame Citronella Pour Gel |
2165 |
752370021658 |
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| Companies
|
Real Flame, Racine, Wisconsin
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning.
This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Fuel gel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Neither Real Flame nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these affected gels.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Real Flame to obtain a refund and details on how to return the product.
For more information, consumers may contact Real Flame at 1-866-918-8766 or visit their website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 22,000 units of the recalled product were sold by various retailers in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from May 2009 to September 2011.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 16, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
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Certain Acer Aspire-series Notebook Computers
This recall involves certain Acer Aspire-series Notebook Computers with the following model numbers:
- AS2810-4630,
- AS3810T-6197,
- AS3810T-8097,
- AS3810TZ-4000.
The computer's screen size is about 33.7 centimetres (13.3 inches) measured diagonally.
|
| Companies
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Acer America Corporation, of San Jose, California
, Inventee Enterprise System Corporation
|
| Hazard Identified
|
An internal microphone wire under the palm rest can short circuit and overheat, posing a potential burn hazard to consumers.
Acer has received two reported incidents in Singapore and one reported incident in Taiwan where computers short circuited, resulting in slight melting of the external casing. None of the incidents involved injuries. No incidents have been reported in Canada.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these computers.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should stop using the recalled notebook computers immediately and contact Acer to determine if their notebook is affected and to receive a free repair. Consumers are advised to contact Acer to determine if their unit is included in the recall.
For more information, Consumers may contact Acer at 1-866-695-2237 anytime, or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 262 units of the affected computers were sold to various retail stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were sold prior to September 15, 2009.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 14, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Bird Brain brand Pourable Fuel gel
This recall involves pourable fuel gel packaged in 946 millilitres (32 ounces) bottles and sold with or without citronella oil. The labels on the container say "Bird Brain Firepot Fuel Gel" or "BioFuel Fuel Gel." The bottles were sold as single bottles and in multiple-bottle packages. The fuel is poured into a stainless steel cup in the center of ceramic firepots or other decorative lighting devices and ignited.
The recalled fuel gels can be identified as follows:
| Model |
Description |
UPC |
| 11820001 |
Firepot Fuel Gel Clear - 946 mL (32 oz.) |
03913805081-6 |
| 11820002 |
Firepot Fuel Gel Citronella - 946 mL (32 oz.) |
03913805082-3 |
| 11820016 |
Bio Fuel Fuel Gel - 946 mL (32 oz.) |
03913803322-2 |
| 11820028 |
Firepot Fuel Gel Citronella - 946 mL (32 oz.) |
03913803592-9 |
|
| Companies
|
Bird Brain Inc. of Ypsilanti Michigan
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The pourable gel fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter onto people and objects nearby when it is poured into a firepot that is still burning.
This hazard can occur if the consumer does not see the flame or is not aware that the firepot is still ignited. Fuel gel that splatters and ignites can pose fire and burn risks to consumers that can be fatal.
Neither Health Canada nor the US distributor, Bird Brain Inc. has received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these fuel gels in Canada.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and contact Bird Brain Inc. for a refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Bird Brain Inc. customer service hotline at 1-877-414-0842.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 2,200 units of the recalled products were sold at Canadian Tire and specialty stores in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from December 2008 to September 2011.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 14, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Uvex Funride Ski Helmet
This recall involves Uvex Funride ski helmets. The helmets feature a chin strap, ear protection and the word "Uvex" printed toward the back of the helmet. The interior label on the affected helmets bears the code "S-58B" or "S-58C".
The helmet comes in the following colours and designs: solids in black, white and silver; carbon look matte in white or black; golden flower decal in white or black. The helmets come in two adult sizes XS-M and L-XL.
|
| Companies
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Lanctôt Ltée of Montréal, QC
, UTC Sports Ltd. of Aurora, ON
, UVEX SPORTS Germany
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The helmet provides insufficient shock absorption and resistance to penetration, posing a head injury hazard.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the used of these helmets.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the product and return it to the store where purchased for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact the firm's Customer Service Department at 1-800-361-5045.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 30 of the recalled helmets were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from January 2009 to April 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 13, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Unbelievable!® Goo D-solv-rTM by Core Products Co., Inc.
This recall involves "Unbelievable!® Goo D-solv-rTM" by Core Products Co., Inc. The product is available in a 473 milliliters (16 ounces), heat sealed, flip top bottle. Product recommendation is for the removal of grease, tar and adhesives. It can be identified by the UPC 76803 82000 8 or 0 76803 02100 9.
|
| Companies
|
CORE Products Co., Inc. of Canton, Texas, U.S.A.
, Hibbert International of Calgary, Alberta
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's auditing process has revealed that the recalled product poses an aspiration hazard and subsequently does not meet the warning labelling and child-resistant closure requirements for consumer chemical products under Canadian law.
Aspiration occurs when a chemical product is ingested and then is introduced into the lungs through coughing and/or vomiting. It can result in severe adverse health effects including: pulmonary injury, chemical pneumonia and death.
Neither Core Products Co., Inc., nor Hibbert International, nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of this product.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to the place of purchase for a full credit. Consumers who do not wish to return the product should dispose of it according to Municipal Hazardous Waste Guidelines.
For more information about this recall, or to arrange a return of product contact Core Products Co., Inc. at 1-800-825-2673 or Hibbert International at 1-800-661-1467 or 1-800-665-7809 (in French).
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 350 bottles of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold in Canada from January 2004 to March 2011.
Manufactured in U.S.A.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
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Sep 9, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Fusion Canada 51-centimetre (20-inch) Box Fan
This recall involves the Fusion Canada 51-centimetre (20-inch) Box Fan. The recalled box fan is available in white and silver with the "FC" logo in the centre.
It can be identified by the FC item number 57020, model number HF-20B, and date code 1210.
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| Companies
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Fusion Canada Inc. of Concord, Ontario
, Huawanda Electric Appliances Mfg Co Ltd.
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| Hazard Identified
|
An electrical component in the product can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
ESA has received one report of a fan that overheated and caught fire. No injuries have been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of the affected fan.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected fan and contact Fusion Canada Inc. for instructions on how to return the product.
For more information, consumers may contact Fusion Canada Inc. Customer Service at 1-866-969-7630 or by mail at the following address:
45 Connie Crescent, Unit C
Concord, Ontario L4K 1L3
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the
Electrical Safety Authority's website
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 6,452 units of the affected fans were sold at Wal-Mart stores across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were sold from January 20, 2011 to June 22, 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Sep 9, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Gerber® Gator® Combo Axe
This voluntary corrective action involves the Gerber® Legendary Blades Gator® Combo Axe, which combines two products, an axe and a knife. The axe is 22 centimetres (8.75 inches) long and has a hollow space in its handle, and the 18 centimetres (7 inches) knife can be inserted into and taken out of that space. The "Gerber®" trademark is on the side of the axe handle and on the knife blade.
The affected products can be identified by the model number 22-49470.
Note that the Gerber® Combo Axe II, Model Number 22-41420, which combines a longer axe with a saw in its handle, is not involved in this corrective action.
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| Companies
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Fiskars Canada, Inc. of Markham, Ontario imported these products. Gerber Legendary Blades is a division of Fiskars.
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| Hazard Identified
|
Hammering or chopping with the axe without first removing the knife from the axe handle can create a force upon impact which may cause the knife to come out of the handle and stick upright, and on the next down stroke the knife can pose a laceration hazard to the user.
Neither Gerber nor Health Canada has received reports of injuries related to the use of the Combo Axe in Canada.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the Combo Axe and contact Gerber to receive their free Handle Cap, instructions for installing the Handle Cap, and a warning sticker. Once installed on the axe, the Handle Cap will keep the knife securely in the axe handle during transport and storage.
Combo Axes sold by Gerber since March 2011 have the Handle Cap already installed. If you purchased a Combo Axe with a Handle Cap, there is no need for you to contact Gerber, but you should still always remove the knife from the axe handle before using the axe.
For more information, consumers should call Gerber toll-free at 1-877-314-9130 between 9AM and 5PM Pacific time, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 13,130 of these Combo Axes were sold through retailers in Canada, with the majority having been sold through Canadian Tire stores.
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| Time Period Sold
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Combo Axes have been sold in Canada since February 2005.
Manufactured in Taiwan.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
|
Sep 8, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Plush hippopotamus
This recall involves various plush toys in the form of a hippopotamus. The toys come in the following sizes: 30.5 centimeters (12 inches), 35.5 centimeters (14 inches) and 46 centimeters (18 inches). They are dressed in brown and blue striped white fleece clothing. They are labeled with the following model numbers: 1480116, 1480117 and 1480120.
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| Companies
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Shanghai Freya Intl. Trade Co. Ltd.
, The Pine Centre Ltd. of Montreal (Quebec)
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| Hazard Identified
|
The plastic eyes can detach from the toy, which can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these toys.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's:
Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled toy, take it away from children and contact the Pine Centre Ltd. for a refund.
For additional information, contact the Pine Centre Ltd. at 1-800-691-2166, between 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 209 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled toys were sold from February 2011 to June 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
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Sep 8, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Pottery Barn Kids Audrey, Chloe and Sophie Soft Dolls
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Pottery Barn Kids.
This recall involves the Pottery Barn Kids Audrey Doll, Chloe Doll and Sophie Doll. The Dolls are age graded for use by children 18 months and up and stand approximately 17 inches high with yarn hair. Audrey's hair is black, Chloe's hair is dark brown and Sophie's hair is blonde. The Dolls are part of Pottery Barn Kids' Girl Doll Collection. The Doll's name can be found on a tag sewn onto her bottom.
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| Companies
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Ovation Toys of Guang Dong, China
, Pottery Barn Kids of San Francisco, CA
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The hair on the Chloe and Sophie Dolls may contain loops that are large enough to fit around a child's head and neck, and the headband on the Audrey Doll, if loosened can form a loop that fits around a child's head and neck. These loops can pose a strangulation hazard.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these dolls. Pottery Barn Kids has received five reports from U.S. consumers of dolls with looped hair, including one report in which a loop of the Chloe doll's hair was found around the neck of a 21-month old child. The child was not injured.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled dolls away from children and cut the hair/headband or call Pottery Barn Kids to receive information about returning affected dolls to Pottery Barn Kids for a merchandise credit.
For more information, consumers may contact Pottery Barn Kids at toll-free 1-855-880-4504 between 4 a.m. and 9 p.m. Pacific Time seven days a week or visit the company's website for more information.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 1273 of the recalled dolls were sold in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from 2006 to April 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Sep 7, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Pedro's Oranj Peelz citrus-based degreaser for bicycles
This recall involves Pedro's Oranj Peelz citrus-based bicycle degreaser in the following sizes:
| Description |
Size |
UPC |
| Oranj Peelz citrus-based degreaser |
475 mL |
790983251161 |
| Oranj Peelz citrus-based degreaser |
3.7 L |
790983251284 |
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| Companies
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Lambert, Lévis, Quebec
, Pedro's, Haverhill, Maine, United States
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| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada's auditing process has revealed that the recalled products pose aspiration hazards and subsequently do not meet the warning labelling and child-resistant closure requirements for consumer chemical products under Canadian law.
Aspiration occurs when a chemical product is ingested and then is introduced into the lungs through coughing and/or vomiting. It can result in severe adverse health effects including: pulmonary injury, chemical pneumonia and death.
Neither Pedro's nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled products and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers who do not wish to return the products should dispose of them according to Municipal Hazarous Waste Guidelines.
For more information, consumers may contact Lambert, the product distributor in Canada, at 1-800-463-4452.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 10,622 units of the recalled products have been sold in various stores.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from Sept 2009 to July 2011.
Manufactured in the United States.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
|
Sep 1, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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TwirllaTM Wooden Rattle
Joint Recall with Manhattan Group LLC, Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
This recall involves a painted wooden rattle that is approximately 15 centimetres (6 inches) long. It has a yellow ball at each end, two U-shaped pieces (red and pale blue) and an orange bead in the centre with a green centre post connecting all pieces. The moving parts make noise when they come together.
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| Companies
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Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minnesota
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| Hazard Identified
|
The toy's U-shaped parts can break, posing a choking hazard.
Manhattan Toy received one report of a Canadian retailer receiving broken product.
The US CPSC and Health Canada have not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of this rattle.
For some tips to help consumers choose safe toys and to help them keep children safe when they play with toys, see Health Canada's Toy Safety Tips.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the rattles away from children and return them to the store where purchased for a refund. Consumers may also contact Manhattan Toy for instructions on receiving a replacement item or a full refund.
For additional information, contact Manhattan Group toll-free at 1-800-541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 145 of the recalled products were sold in Canada at baby and gift and specialty stores and online at ManhattanToy.com.
In the United States, approximately 1,370 of the recalled products were distributed.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from March 2011 through July 2011 in Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in Thailand.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
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| Date
|
Aug 30, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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GRIGRI 2 Belay Device with Assisted Braking Recalled by Petzl America, Inc.
Joint, Voluntary Recall with Petzl America, Inc., Health Canada, and the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC)
The recalled product is a belay device with assisted braking for rock climbing. It is available in grey, blue, and orange.
The first five digits of the serial numbers of devices affected by this recall range from 10326 to 11136. The serial number is engraved on the body of the product underneath and protected by the folded handle.
The following table outlines the model numbers and UPC included in this recall:
| Model Number |
UPC |
| D14 2O |
3342540090767 |
| D14 2G |
3342540090286 |
| D14 2B |
3342540090750 |
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| Companies
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PETZL SAS of Crolles, France
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| Hazard Identified
|
Petzl has discovered that exerting excessive force on the fully extended handle of the GRIGRI 2 can cause internal damage to the product, such that the GRIGRI 2 handle may become stuck in the open position. When the handle is stuck in this position the assisted braking function is disabled. A damaged GRIGRI 2 in this configuration will function similarly to a manual belay device (e.g. tube style device).
When using a damaged GRIGRI 2, failure to control the braking side of the rope will increase the risk of an uncontrolled descent, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Petzl has received one report in the US, and seven reports worldwide concerning the failure of the device due to misuse. There has been no report of injury.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these belay devices.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled device and contact Petzl America by e-mail with your complete postal address in order to initiate an exchange.
For more information, consumers may contact Petzl America, Inc. toll-free at 1-800-932-2978 or by email.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 2,203 units of the recalled product were sold at various stores across Canada.
In the United States, approximately 18,000 units of the recalled product were sold.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from February 2011 to June 2011 in Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in France.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 30, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
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U-POL Brand Automotive Repair and Refinish products
This recall involves U-POL Brand Automotive Repair and Refinish products.
| Product |
Product Codes |
| Raptor |
UP820, UP821, UP820V and UP821V |
| Primer |
UP2253 & UP2253V |
| Activator |
All SYSTEM 20 Activators; S2037, S2038, S2039 ranges |
| Clear 1 |
UP 796 |
| Weld 2 |
UP 768 & 789 |
| High 5 |
UP 763V, UP765V, UP783V, UP791V |
| Acid 8 |
UP741V |
| Guide Coat |
UP 2043 |
| Fade Out |
UP2433 |
|
| Companies
|
U-POL US Inc of Pennsylvania
, U-POL of Wellingborough, United Kingdom
|
| Hazard Identified
|
Health Canada has established that these products do not meet the mandatory warning labelling requirements, as required under Canadian law. The products lack the symbols and warnings required for consumer chemicals. This lack of labelling information, including appropriate warnings, may lead to serious injury.
Neither U-POL nor Health Canada has received reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of it as per Municipal Hazardous Waste Guidelines.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 9,555 of the recalled products were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from 2005 to 2011.
Manufactured in United Kingdom.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 29, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
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Senior Hair Clipper (model #56121) and Alpha Hair Clipper (model #3404-3)
This recall involves two models of hair clippers.
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Senior Hair Clipper, model number 56121. This hair clipper is grey in colour with the Wahl Senior logo on the lid. Date codes M10, N11 and A11 are included in this recall.
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Alpha Hair Clipper, model number 3404-3. This hair clipper is grey in colour with the Wahl Alpha logo on the lid. Date codes K10 and M10 are included in this recall.
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| Companies
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Wahl Canada of Toronto, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The cable surrounding the electrical cord has the potential to crack and split when coiled or folded. This could create a small potential for a shock hazard.
Neither Health Canada nor Wahl Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these affected hair clippers.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hair clippers and return the product to the store where it was purchased or directly to Wahl Canada for rework or replacement.
For more information, consumers may contact Joanne Galego of Wahl Canada Customer Service toll-free at 1-866-787-9245 or by mail at 80 Orfus Road, Toronto, Ontario M6A 1M1.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 920 of the Senior hair clippers and 1224 of the Alpha hair clippers were sold across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were sold from November 2010 to January 2011.
Manufactured in the United States.
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|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 24, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
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Air Compressors
This recall involves air compressors sold under the Craftsman and Delta Shopmaster brand names.
The Craftsman brand compressors involved in this recall are models 919-72412, 919-724121, 919-724122, and 919-72413. The Sears Craftsman brand compressors have a red 15 gallon tank.
The Delta Shopmaster brand compressor involved in this recall is model CP503. The model CP503 compressors have a gray 12 gallon horizontal tank.
The model number and manufacture date on each unit is located on the unit name plate on the tank.
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| Companies
|
DeVilbiss Air Power Company of Jackson, Tennessee
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The air compressor motor can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
DeVilbiss has received nine reports of motors overheating, including three reports of fire damage to surrounding property. No injuries have been reported.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these air compressors.
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| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled air compressors and call DeVilbiss or Sears for a free inspection and repair.
For more information, consumers with Delta Shopmaster compressors should contact DeVilbiss toll-free at 1-866-220-5627 between 8AM and 5PM ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website. Consumers with Craftsman brand compressors should call Sears Canada toll-free at 1-866-691-9948 between 7AM and 9PM CT Monday through Saturday or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
|
Approximately 8,901 units of the affected products were sold across Canada. Craftsman brand compressors were sold at Sears, while Delta Shopmaster brand compressors were sold at home centre, hardware and discount stores.
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| Time Period Sold
|
Craftsman brand compressors were sold from approximately September 2001 to June 2006.
Delta Shopmaster brand compressors were sold from approximately June 2002 to March 2003.
Manufactured in the United States.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 24, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Bobblehead Snowman and Bobblehead Santa Decorations
This recall involves Bobblehead Snowman and Bobblehead Santa decorations. The following product details include the following:
| Product |
Wal-Mart Canada Item Number |
Manufacturer Item Number |
| 36-inch Bobblehead Snowman with 45 LED lights |
1817871 |
MCX20-045001 |
| 36-inch Bobblehead Santa with 45 LED lights |
1817878 |
MCX20-045002 |
|
| Companies
|
Polygroup Limited (Macao Commercial Offshore)
, Wal-Mart Canada Corp. of Mississauga, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
An electrical component in the product can short circuit, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
Wal-Mart received one report of an incident involving a Bobblehead Snowman that overheated and emitted smoke.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these decorations.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the product. If you purchased one of the above units, you may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund of price paid.
For more information, consumers may contact the manufacturer through their toll-free customer service telephone number at 1-800-813-0206 for a refund. Receipt and product will be required for a refund.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 4,287 units of the affected products were sold at Wal-Mart stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected products were distributed from September 2010 through January 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 24, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Century Pro GripTM Welding Extension Cord
This recall involves the black Century Pro GripTM welding extension cord (50A - 250 V) measuring 7.62 metres (25 feet). The extension cord features lighted power check ends with pull out handles and can be identified by part number D13308025S and style number 8/3 STW.
|
| Companies
|
Century Wire & Cable of Commerce, California
, TSC Stores of London, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The affected products have not been tested to determine whether they are compliant with the Canadian Standards for product safety and may pose a safety hazard.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these extension cords.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled extension cords and take the product to the nearest TSC store, with receipt if available, for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Van Novakovic by telephone at 1-519-453-5270 Ext 5970, by mail at TSC Stores, 1950 Oxford Street, London, Ontario N5V 2S8, Canada, or by visiting the firm's website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 850 units of the affected extension cords were sold at TSC Stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected extension cords were sold from May 2010 through August 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 24, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Scoot 'n Zoom child's riding toy
This recall involves a riding toy that is a red moulded plastic with black wheels and measures approximately 48 centimetres (19 inches) long, 28 centimetres (11 inches) wide and 34.3 centimetres (13.5 inches) tall. The riding toy's model number 711 can be found moulded on the underside of the toy.
Units with a yellow UPC sticker underneath the product with model #711B are not recalled.
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| Companies
|
Mastermind Toys of Toronto, Ontario
, Radio Flyer of Chicago, Illinois
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The riding toy can tip over allowing a child to fall forward while riding, posing a fall hazard to young children.
Radio Flyer has received ten reports of incidents with six injuries in the United States.
Neither Health Canada nor Radio Flyer has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of the affected toys.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately take the recalled products away from children and contact Mastermind Toys or Radio Flyer to receive a free replacement unit or refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Mastermind Toys at 1-888 388-4000 between 9AM and 5PM EST, Monday through Friday. Consumers may also contact Radio Flyer at 1-800-621-7613 between 9AM and 5PM CT Monday through Friday, or visit the company's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 177 of the affected toys were sold in Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The affected toys were sold at Mastermind Toys from August 2010 to August 2011
Manufactured in the United States.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 19, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Anne McClean Brand aerosol cleaners and air fresheners
This recall involves Anne McClean brand aerosol cleaners and air fresheners distributed by Liquidation World Stores:
| Name of Product |
UPC |
| Aerosol Tire Shiny 428ml |
4000000058434 |
| Aerosol Glass Cleaner 428ml |
4000000057208 |
| Aerosol Oven Cleaner 428ml |
4000000057376 |
| Aerosol Furniture Polish 428ml |
4000000057444 |
| Aerosol Carpet Cleaner 428ml |
4000000057512 |
| Aerosol All Purpose Cleaner 428ml |
4000000057680 |
| Air Freshener 470g Lavender |
4000000057758 |
| Air Freshener 470g Lemon |
4000000057826 |
| Air Freshener 470g Rose |
4000000057994 |
| Air Freshener 428ml Jasmine |
4000000058052 |
| Aerosol Bathroom Cleaner 428ml |
4000000058120 |
| Aerosol Toilet Bowl Cleaner 482ml |
4000000058298 |
| Aerosol Spray Starch 428ml |
4000000058366 |
|
| Companies
|
Liquidation World Inc., of Brantford, Ontario
|
| Hazard Identified
|
The products do not have the mandatory labelling as required under Canadian law.
The products lack the symbols and warnings required for consumer chemicals. The lack of appropriate warnings on the label could result in unintentional exposure to these products and lead to serious illness or injury.
Neither Liquidation World nor Health Canada has received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these products.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled product and dispose of it as per Municipal Hazardous Waste Guidelines.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 18,500 of the recalled cleaners and air fresheners were sold Liquidation World stores across Canada.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from April 2011 to July 2011.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 18, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
Sheenmax RealspaceTM PRO 3000 Series Desk Chairs
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and Office Depot Inc.
This recall involves all Sheenmax RealspaceTM PRO 3000 Series Custom Fit Mid Back chairs. The mid-back fabric chairs were sold in black, have the SKU number 996-190, the date of manufacture and "Made in China" printed on a label located on the underside of the seat bottom.
|
| Companies
|
Office Depot Inc., of Boca Raton, Fla.
|
| Hazard Identified
|
A consumer's finger can get caught in an opening in the chair's tilt mechanism, posing a pinch hazard to consumers.
The US CPSC has received 1 report from a consumer who was injured when his finger was pinched by the chair's tilt mechanism.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of this desk chair.
|
| Corrective Action
|
Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and contact Office Depot's recall hotline to receive a free repair kit with a cover for the tilt mechanism.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Office Depot at (855) 259-5093 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
|
| Number Sold
|
Approximately 425 affected units were sold at Office Depot retail stores and on-line across Canada.
Approximately 33,890 affected units were sold in the United States.
|
| Time Period Sold
|
The recalled products were sold from May 2009 to June 2011 in Canada and the United States.
Manufactured in China.
|
|
Recalled Product
| Topic
|
Content
|
| Date
|
Aug 18, 2011
|
| Product Recalled
|
phil&teds® "metoo"TM clip-on high chair
This recall involves the phil&teds® "metoo"TM clip-on high chair. The product is an infant/toddler chair with a nylon fabric seat and a metal frame that clamps onto tables using two metal vice clamps. The upper part of each clamp rests on the table top and has either a rubber pad on its underside or a rubber boot covering it. The chair is sold in three fabric colors - red, black and navy. Chairs subject to this recall do not have black plastic spacers between the cross bar and the clamps.
The chairs can be identified by the following UPC:
| Product Recalled |
Colour |
UPC |
| metooTM |
Black |
EAN: 9420015705713 |
| metooTM |
Navy |
EAN: 9420015705706 |
| metooTM |
Red |
EAN: 9420015705683 |
Affected chairs were sold from May 2006 and can be identified by the absence of black plastic spacers between the cross-bar and the table clamps.
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| Companies
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phil&teds® of New Zealand
, phil&teds® USA Inc. of Fort Collins, Colorado
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| Hazard Identified
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Missing or worn clamp pads can allow the chairs to detach from table surfaces, posing a fall hazard and injury hazard to children.
Neither Health Canada nor phil&teds® have received any reports related to the use of these chairs in Canada.
However, in the United States, phil&teds® and the CPSC have received 19 reports of the chairs falling from different surfaces, including five reports with injuries.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected chairs and contact phil&teds® to arrange to receive a free repair kit and revised user instructions. Consumers who previously received a repair kit with only rubber boots should also stop using the chair and contact the company for the new repair kit.
Regardless of any indication of damage, consumers are advised to register with phil&teds® to receive a repair kit and self install instructions free of charge.
All owners of these chairs (including new and retrofitted chairs that are outfitted with the black spacers) are recommended to visit phil&teds® to download the latest version of user instructions and to regularly visit the site for updated user instructions.
For additional information in the U.S. and Canada, contact phil&teds® USA toll free at 1 (855) 652-9019 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday
or visit the company's website.
Consumers may also view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 5,000 units of the recalled chairs were sold at specialty Juvenile goods outlets and online retailers across Canada.
In the United States, approximately 54,000 units of the recalled chairs were sold.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from May 2006 in Canada and in the United States.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Aug 17, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Philips Energy Saver a/k/a Marathon or Marathon Classic Compact Fluorescent Dimmable Reflector Lamps - models R30 Dimmable, R40 Dimmable, and PAR 38 Dimmable
This voluntary recall involves Philips Energy Saver, also known as Marathon or Marathon Classic Compact Fluorescent dimmable reflector lamps, models R30, R40 and PAR 38 manufactured between March 2007 and May 2010.
The following are the model numbers and UPC numbers of the lamps included in this recall:
| Product Description |
Model Number |
UPC |
| Energy Saver (a/k/a Marathon or Marathon Classic) Dimmable R30 Reflector Flood |
EL/A R30 Dim 16w |
0 46677 13707 6 |
| Energy Saver (a/k/a Marathon or Marathon Classic) Dimmable R40 Reflector Flood |
EL/A R40 Dim 20w |
0 46677 13708 3 |
| Energy Saver (a/k/a Marathon or Marathon Classic) Dimmable PAR38 Reflector Flood |
EL/A PAR38 Dim 20w |
0 46677 14644 3 |
Model numbers are printed on the white plastic area at the base of the lamps.
The affected products also have date codes from March 2007 through May 2010 as follows:
| Date Code on Product |
Month and Date of Production |
| C7 to M7 |
March to December 2007 |
| A8 to M8 |
January to December 2008 |
| A9 to D9 |
January to April 2009 |
| 0916 to 0953 |
April to December 2009 |
| 1001 to 1022 |
January to May 2010 |
The date code can be found on several different places on the product. It is typically found on the plastic but can also be found on the metal base. The images in this notice show the different locations of the date code on the plastic and metal base.
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| Companies
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Philips Lighting, a division of Philips Electronics Ltd.
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| Hazard Identified
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The glue attaching the glass outer envelope or globe to the body of the lamp can fail allowing the glass outer envelope to fall and strike persons and objects below, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Philips has received about 700 reports in the United States and 40 reports in Canada of lamps where the glue failed and glass outer envelope fell, and two reports of minor injury and three reports of minor property damage in the United States.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these lamps.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamps and contact Philips to receive instructions on how to receive a free replacement lamp.
For more information, consumers may contact Philips toll-free at 1-866-622-6372 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's website.
Consumers may also view the recall notice on the Electrical Safety Authority's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 326,069 units of the affected products were sold at grocery and home centre stores, and professional electrical distributors across Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected products were distributed from March 2007 through July 2011.
Manufactured in Mexico and Poland.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Aug 12, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Simoniz Foam Tire Care
This recall involves Simoniz Foam Tire Care with product number 039-2929 that was purchased from Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited. The affected product comes in a 510g aerosol container with blue label and black cap.
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| Companies
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Auto-Chem Inc. of Le Gardeur, Quebec
, Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. of Toronto, Ontario
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| Hazard Identified
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It has been determined that the product may pose a safety hazard when left in vehicles during extreme heat conditions.
Canadian Tire and Health Canada has received 12 reports of Simoniz Foam Tire Care exploding.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using Simoniz Foam Tire Care and return it to any Canadian Tire store with proof of purchase for a full refund.
For more information, consumers may contact Canadian Tire at 1-416-480-3653 or 1-416-544-6084.
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| Number Sold
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The total number of units impacted by this recall is approximately 167,000.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were offered for sale from April 2011 to July 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Aug 12, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Sure Power Battery Separators
Recall by Sure Power Industries, Inc., as announced by Transport Canada
This recall involves certain battery separators sold under the brand Sure Power. These products are designed for use in a multi-battery application. Typically, the battery separator provides for additional battery power for operating accessories that have been added to a vehicle.
The affected units have the following model and serial numbers.
| Model Numbers |
Serial Number Range |
Model Year(s) Affected |
| 1314, 1314-B, 1314BP-D |
9004545 to 11002845 |
2009, 2010, 2011 |
| 1315, 1315-B, 1315NM |
9002323 to 11001573 |
| 1318 |
9000274 to 11000192 |
| 1319 |
9000058 to 11000013 |
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| Companies
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Cooper Bussman, LLC
, Sure Power, Inc.
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| Hazard Identified
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The internal circuit board capacitor of the recalled battery separators can fail and lead to overheating, smoke, or fire during or after use, resulting in property damage or personal injury.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using and disconnect the recalled product, and contact Sure Power for further information.
For more information, consumers may contact Sure Power by telephone at
1-855-450-3594 or by e-mail.
Consumers may also contact Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0371 or view the recall notice on Transport Canada's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 4,009 of the recalled products are affected in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The battery separators were manufactured and sold to distributors from February 2009 to June 2011.
Manufactured in the USA.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Aug 10, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Skyline Marquis Propane Gas Fireplaces by Kingsman Fireplaces
This recall involves direct vent gas fireplaces sold under the name "Skyline Marquis collection". They run on propane gas. The following model numbers are being recalled and can be found on the rating plate located on the bottom of the fireplace near the valve control.
| Model Numbers |
| MQRB3328LP |
MQRB3328LPE |
MQRB3328LPT |
MQRB3328LPTE |
| MQRB4236LP |
MQRB4236LPE |
MQRB4236LPT |
MQRB4236LPTE |
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| Companies
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Kingsman Fireplaces of Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada
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| Hazard Identified
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Delayed ignition can cause the fireplace's propane gas to explode and break or shatter the glass door. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers nearby.
Kingsman Fireplaces has received two reports of fireplace glass doors breaking.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fireplaces, turn off the gas supply to the fireplace and contact Kingsman Fireplaces to schedule a free repair.
For more information, consumers may contact Kingsman Fireplaces toll-free at 1-855-593-3304 between 8PM and 4:30PM CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 296 of the recall fireplaces were sold by authorized distributors and specialty fireplace stores in Canada.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled products were sold from April 2008 to December 2010.
Manufactured in Canada.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Aug 4, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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"Love. Hugs. Peace" Lapel Pin
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC), and Build-A-Bear Workshop®
This recall involves "Love. Hugs. Peace" Lapel Pin by Build-A-Bear Workshop®. The pin is multi-colour and comes in a 3 dimensional lapel pin. The pin measures 3.8 centimetres (1.5 inches) and features a heart, bear head, and peace sign in front of a globe. The words "Love. Hugs. Peace." appears at the bottom of the pin.
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| Companies
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Build-A-Bear Workshop®, of St. Louis, MO.
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| Hazard Identified
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Surface paints on the lapel pin contain lead above the allowable limit. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.
Neither Health Canada nor Build-A-Bear Workshop® has received reports of incidents or illnesses related to the use of these lapel pins.
For more information on the risks and symptoms of lead exposure, visit Health Canada's: It's Your Health: Effects of Lead on Human Health.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately stop using the affected lapel pins and return them to the place of purchase for a refund of $5.00 coupon for a future purchase at Build-A-Bear Workshop. If it is not feasible for you to return the pin to your local store, you may contact Build-A-Bear Workshop at the number listed below for alternate instructions.
For more information, consumer may contact Build-A-Bear Workshop at 1-866-236-5683 Monday to Friday between 8AM and 6PM CT, Saturday between 9AM to 4PM CT or visit the company's website.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 2,200 units of the affected lapel pins were sold in Canada and 26,500 units of the lapel pins were sold in the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The affected lapel pins were sold by Build-a-Bear Workshops and online from July 2009 to October 2010 in Canada and in the United States.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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Aug 2, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Battat B. FunKeys Toy / Parents Magazine Electronic Keys
Joint Recall with Health Canada, the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (US CPSC) and the Maison Joseph Battat Ltee
This recall involves a keychain toy containing three keys, a mini flashlight, playing electronic sounds and a belt clip which is intended for children ages 6 months and up.
This recall only involves two batches with the codes: 010810 or 063010. These codes are etched on the back of the product.
| Model Number |
Colour |
UPC |
| BX1001Z |
Red |
062243 228818 |
| BX1000Z |
Green |
062243 228801 |
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| Companies
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Maison Joseph Battat Ltee. of Montréal, Quebec
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| Hazard Identified
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The metal toy keys and the plastic key ring can break, posing a choking hazard.
The US CPSC has received 31 incidents of either key breakage or key ring.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injuries to Canadians related to the use of these FunKeys toys.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers should immediately take the recalled FunKeys toys away from children. Consumers may contact Maison Joseph Battat Ltd. to receive a free replacement key.
For more information, consumers may contact Maison Joseph Battat Ltd. at 1-800-361-7899 between 9AM and 4:30PM ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site.
Consumers may view the release by the US CPSC on the Commission's website.
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| Number Sold
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Approximately 3,600 units of the recalled FunKeys toys were sold across Canada.
Approximately 1,075,600 units of the recalled FunKeys toys were sold In the United States.
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| Time Period Sold
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The recalled FunKeys toys were sold from 2006 to April 2011.
Manufactured in China.
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Recalled Product
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Content
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| Date
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Aug 2, 2011
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| Product Recalled
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Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter
Bugaboo Wheeled Board
This recall involves the "Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter" and the "Bugaboo Wheeled Board" which can be used in combination with the Bugaboo Cameleon Stroller Frame.
This recall only includes the car seat adapter and wheeled board.
| Product Brand Name |
Item Code |
| Bugaboo Car Seat Adapter |
80401GC02 80400GC01 |
| Bugaboo Wheeled Board |
85500WB01 |
All components are sold separately.
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| Companies
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Bugaboo International B.V.
, Bugaboo North America
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| Hazard Identified
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When the wheeled board is placed in a vertical position it can disconnect from the car seat under certain conditions from the wheeled conveyance, which can pose a fall hazard to infants and toddlers.
Bugaboo North America is aware of one report of a fall involving an infant who sustained cuts and bruises.
Health Canada has not received any reports of incidents or injures to Canadians related to the use of these products.
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| Corrective Action
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Consumers are requested to contact Bugaboo for a Warning Label Kit instructing correct use of the Travel System product combination.
For more information, consumers may contact Bugaboo North America at 1-800-460-2922 toll free between 9AM and 5PM CT Monday through Friday or via email or visit the firm's website.
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| Number Sold
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| Recalled Product |
Quantity Sold in Canada |
| Bugaboo Adapters for Car Seats |
3,509 |
| Bugaboo Wheeled Boards |
3,433 |
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| Time Period Sold
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| Recalled Product |
Time Period Sold in Canada |
| Bugaboo Adapters for Car Seats |
December 2005-July 2011 |
| Bugaboo Wheeled Boards |
October 2009-July 2011 |
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