My3cents Consumer Newsletter

July 6, 2016

Below is a recap of today's consumer news as reported on My3cents.com and from other places across the web. If you have a consumer news tip, drop us a line by simply replying to this email or by visiting us at mythreecents.com and share your experience!

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Consumer Recalls From CPSC

Winco Fireworks Recalls Black Cat Cone Fountains Due to Fire Hazard
When ignited, the device can burst and spread sparks and pyrotechnic materials outward instead of upward as intended.

Polaris Recalls Ranger ROVs Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The ROVs can overheat during heavy engine loading, slow-speed intermittent use and/or high outdoor temperatures and catch fire.

Following an Additional Child Fatality, IKEA Recalls 29 Million MALM and Other Models of Chests and Dressers Due to Serious Tip-Over Hazard; Consumers Urged to Anchor Chests and Dressers or Return for Refund
The recalled chests and dressers are unstable if they are not properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children.

October Mountain Products Recalls Hanging Bow Scales Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards
The mounting ring on the OMP M-100 digital hanging bow scales for archery and hunting can break during use.

HP Recalls Batteries for HP and Compaq Notebook Computers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The battery packs can overheat.

3M Recalls Hard Hats Due to Shock Hazard
Hard hats sold online were marketed to protect against electric shock, but they do not provide this protection.

Ecovent Recalls Room Sensors Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)
The cover can come off during normal use, exposing high voltage components and posing an electrical shock hazard.

The Land of Nod Recalls Octopus Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
The fabric discs from the tentacles of the octopus rattle can detach.

Tommee Tippee Electric Bottle and Food Warmers Recalled by Mayborn USA Due to Fire Hazard
The Closer to Nature warmers can overheat and catch on fire.

Lumber Liquidators Agrees To Not Resume Sales of Inventory of Chinese-Made Laminate Flooring, Continue Comprehensive Testing Program As Part of a Recall to Test
Consumers with Chinese-made laminate flooring are encouraged to request free test kit.

Sony Recalls VAIO Laptop Computer Battery Packs Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
The lithium-ion battery packs can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.

STIHL Recalls Battery-Powered Hedge Trimmers Due to Laceration Hazard
The hedge trimmer can operate faster than expected, continue running after the trigger is released or operate by depressing either the trigger or the front handle switch individually

Direct Distributors Recalls Angle Grinders Due to Risk of Laceration
The spring-loaded safety switch can fail and allow the grinder to turn on even with the safety switch locked in place, posing a finger, hand or other laceration risk.

Grand Rapids Chair Recalls Chairs and Barstools Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
The back leg of the chairs can bend and the seat tabs or screws on the seat can loosen. When loose, pinch points between the seat and steel frame are created.

Auldey Toys Recalls Sky Rover Toys Due to Fire Hazard
The USB charging cords sold with Aero Spin and Aero Cruz Sky Rover remote-controlled flying toys can overheat.

360 Electrical Recalls Surge Protectors Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
The surge protectors can short curcuit when non-grounded plugs are connected, posting a shock or fire hazard.

AR500 Armor Recalls Level III Body Armor Due to Risk of Gunshot Injury or Death
The body armor can fail to meet performance requirements for Level III body armor, allowing a bullet to penetrate.

Rhino Metals Recalls Handgun Security Safes Due to a Serious Risk of Injury
The handgun security safes can be opened without the use of a combination allowing unauthorized access to a handgun.

Kwik Tek Recalls Sleds Due to Crash Hazard
The front handle bar assembly can break, posing a crash hazard.

Focus Bicycles Recalls Spine Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
The bicycle seatstay or linkage component parts used to connect the seat tube and rear axle dropouts can be incorrectly sized which can cause the frame to collapse, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

October 28, 2015

Tips & Reviews From The My3cents Community

Swiffer Wet Jet - Money Back Guarantee

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

United States Stove Company Recalls Pellet Stoves Due to Fire Hazard
The internal fire box baffle can degrade, overheat and pose a fire hazard.

TCC Cooking Company Recalls CHEFS Vertical Roasters Due to Burn and Laceration Hazards
The CHEFS vertical roasters can break or shatter.

Bed Handles Inc. Reannounces Recall of Adult Portable Bed Handles Following Report of Fourth Entrapment Death; Less Than 1% Response Rate to Recall
Another death reported after woman became entrapped between the mattress and the recalled bed handles.

BSH Home Appliances Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
The power cord on some Bosch, Gaggenau, Kenmore and Thermador dishwashers can overheat.

Pier 1 Imports Recalls Outdoor Patio Swivel Armchairs Due to Fall Hazard
The swivel armchair can tip backward while rocking and consumers can fall off, posing a fall hazard.

Rattan Arm Chairs Recalled by Ross Stores Due to Fall and Injury Hazard
The chair may tip or slide backward, posing a fall hazard.

Calphalon Recalls Pizza Wheels Due to Laceration Hazard
The handle of the pizza cutter can detach during use, posing a laceration hazard.

Zak Designs Recalls Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target Stores
The inner plastic straw in the fip-top portion of the twist-off cap can break, posing a choking hazard

Bed Handles Inc. Reannounces Recall of Adult Portable Bed Handles Due to Serious Entrapment and Strangulation Hazards; Less Than 1% Response Rate to Recall
Three women died after becoming entrapped between the mattress and the recalled bed handles.

Bradshaw International Recalls Jumbo Roasters Due to Laceration Hazard
The roaster rim is incorrectly finished and can have sharp edges.

Philips Recalls Halogen Bulbs Due to Laceration and Burn Hazards
The lens of the bulb can shatter in the lamp or the lens fall off and shatter, posing a laceration and burn hazard.

Touchless Kitchen Faucets Recalled by Lota Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
The battery box used to power the faucetâ€™s sensor can short circuit, overheat and/or melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Bosch Security Systems Recalls Wireless Smoke Alarms Due to Failure to Alert Consumers to a Fire (Recall Alert)
The alarms can fail to alert consumers to a fire, posing a fire hazard.

Kenwood Recalls Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard
The lower blade can break during use, posing a laceration hazard.

Rejuvenation Recalls Shaker Chairs and Bar Stools Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
The legs and back of these products can break, causing the person sitting on the chair or stool to fall.

Robert Bosch Tool Recalls Dremel Rotary Tool Due to Burn Hazard
Circuit board can overheat or tools lose speed control, posing burn or personal injury hazard.

Osram Sylvania Recalls T8 LED Tubes Due to Burn Hazard
Lamps can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.

Grizzly Recalls Table Saws Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards (Recall Alert)
The motor pulley can come loose and hit the table saw blade, causing the blade teeth to break into flying metal fragments, posing a risk of laceration or impact injury to consumers.

Viking Range Expands Dishwasher Recall Due to Fire Hazard
An electrical component in the dishwasher can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Nipponflex Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard
The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses.

ACCO Brands Recalls Quartet Magnetic and Dry Erase Boards Due to Laceration Hazard
Sharp metal edges on the back of the boards can become exposed while removing mounted boards posing a laceration hazard.

Whirlpool Recalls Jenn-Air Wall Ovens Due to Risk of Burns
The extendable roller rack can unexpectedly disengage when fully extended, posing a risk of burns to consumers.

June 4, 2015

Tips & Reviews From The My3cents Community

Sears - Delivery Team Destroyed Chandelier, Sears Refused to Reimburse

UPS - Destroyed Shipped Box

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

Big Lots Recalls Hanging Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The hanging chairs can tip over when they face sideways and swing beyond the base.

Cree Recalls LED T8 Lamps Due to Burn Hazard
Electrical arcing may cause the lamp to overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard.

Apple Recalls Beats Pill XL Portable Wireless Speakers Due to Fire Hazard
The battery can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

A.O. Smith Recalls John Wood Brand Oil-Fired Water Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The combustion chamber can be misaligned and heat the exterior walls of the water heater instead of the water.

ORTOVOX Recalls Avalanche Transceiver Due to Loss of Emergency Communications Capability
The S1+ hardware can fail, resulting in an inablitity to transmit a discoverable signal during an emergency even when appearing to function properly.

Great States Recalls Earthwise Cordless Electric Lawn Mowers Due to Injury Hazard
Model 60517 mowers with a 17-inch mowing deck can start when the key is not in the starting position.

Cycling Sports Group Recalls GT Fury Mountain Bicycles Due to Crash, Injury Hazards
The front wheel hub can break and cause the disc brake system to fail on model year 2015 Fury Elite and Fury Expert downhill mountain bikes.

Nantucket Distributing Recalls Mason Jar Night Light Due to Burn Hazard
The plastic around the base of the light bulb can melt, posing a burn hazard.

BRP Recalls Youth Model Can-Am All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Violation of the Federal ATV Standard
The youth ATVs fail to meet performance requirements of the federal ATV standard for maximum unrestricted speed and parking brakes.

Gerber Recalls Cohort Knives Due to Laceration Hazard
The locking mechanism can fail to hold the blade, posing a laceration hazard.

Vivint Recalls Remotec Dimming Switch Modules Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)
The wiring in the plug-in dimming and on/off switch modules is incorrectly installed.

OXO Recalls Nest Booster Seats Due to Fall Hazard
The stitching on the restraint straps can loosen which allows the straps to separate from the seat, posing a fall hazard.

Viking Range Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard
The rangesâ€™ ovens can turn on by themselves, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Hewitt Recalls Marine Winches Due to Injury Hazard
The top and bottom roller chains in the winch can break, causing the winch and marine lift to fail.

Valor Athletics Recalls Olympic Weight Bench due to Injury Hazard
The weld joining the front leg to the main frame can break.

Electrolux Recalls Kenmore Elite Ranges Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Sears
The burner flame can go out while the gas is turned on. This can allow gas to escape and poses fire and burn hazards.

Kenmore Elite Ranges Recalled by Electrolux Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Sears
The stainless steel trim below the range control panel can have a sharp edge, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Precision Trading Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Risk of Burns
The cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the consumer. In addition, the cap can pop off unexpectedly as a result of pressure buildup.

Rocky Brands Recalls Rocky Rubber Snake Boots Due to Failure of Snake Guard
The rubber boots' snake guard can fail to protect the wearerâ€™s feet from a snake bite.

Cost Plus World Market Recalls Twist Swivel Stools Due to Fall Hazard
The weld joint attaching the stool seat to the center post can break.

IKEA Recalls Pressure-Mounted Safety Gates Due to Fall Hazard
The friction between the wall and the pressure-mounted safety gate is insufficient to hold the gate in its intended position, posing a fall hazard. In addition, the lower metal bar can be a tripping hazard.

La-Z-Boy Recalls Wall Saver Power Reclining Furniture Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
When reclined, the furniture can tip forward if the consumer exits without bringing the chair to an upright position, posing a fall hazard.

Schylling Recalls Police Press and Go Toy Vehicles Due to Choking Hazard
The hat can detach from the policeman's head and pose a choking hazard to young children.

Power Reclining Furniture Recalled by Franklin Due to Fire Hazard; Power Switch Can Fail
The rectangular switch used to operate the reclining function on various models of power reclining furniture can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Snow Peak Recalls Japanese Axe Due to Laceration and Impact Hazards
The handle of the axe can crack, allowing the axe head to come loose, posing a laceration or impact hazard to the user or bystanders.

Felt Bicycles Recalls Cruiser Bicycles Due to Crash Hazard
The bicycle's brakes can fail, posing a crash hazard.

IKEA Expands Recall of Crib Mattresses Due to Risk of Entrapment
The crib mattresses could create a gap between the mattress and crib ends larger than allowed by federal regulations, posing an entrapment hazard to infants.

Branded LLC Recalls Kaleidoscope Toy Due to Choking, Laceration Hazards; Offered Exclusively at H-E-B Stores in Texas
The end caps can be removed and expose small parts that pose a choking hazard to small children and internal components that pose a risk of laceration.

Pedego Recalls Electric Bicycle Batteries Due To Fire Hazard
Both the metal and plastic styles of 36-volt and 48-volt rechargeable lithium ion batteries can overheat and catch fire.

Whistler Recalls Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart and Power Supply Units Due to Fire Hazard
Whistler Recalls Jump&Go Portable Jumpstart and Power Supply Units Due to Fire Hazard

Shark Vacuum Cleaners Recalled by Euro-Pro Due to Shock Hazard
The aluminum wand used with Shark brand Rotator Powered Lift-Away series upright vacuums can disconnect from the vacuum cleanerâ€™s handle and remain energized.

J. Crew Expands Recall of Baby Coveralls Due to Choking Hazard (Recall Alert)
Snaps on the coveralls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Trek Recalls Bicycles Equipped with Front Disc Brakes to Replace Quick Release Lever Due to Crash Hazard
An open quick release lever on the front wheel hub can contact the front disc brake, stop the bike suddenly and cause a crash. Serious injuries reported.

Hair Dryers Recalled by AG Hair Due to Electrocution Hazard
The recalled AG Hair "Sweet Heat" brand hair dryers do not have immersion protection devices, which guard against electrocution or shock, if immersed in water.

Lenovo Expands Recall of Battery Packs for ThinkPad Notebook Computers Due to Fire Hazard
Battery packs sold with computers and separately can overheat.

Gorsuch Recalls ERTLRENZ Ski Boot Heat Liners Due to Fire Hazard
Liners can overheat when charging, posing a fire hazard.

Civia Cycles Recalls Hyland Bicycles, Aluminum Civia Fenders Due to Crash Hazard
The fender mounting bracket can break or bend, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Toro Recalls Recycler Mowers Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
Mowers were assembled with an incorrect blade driver and blade combination, which can cause the blade to break, resulting in an injury hazard.

Homelite Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.

OWT Industries Recalls Electric Blower Vacuums Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
The Expert Gardener blower vacuum can overheat, spark and catch on fire posing fire and burn hazards.

Husky Vertical Bike Hooks Recalled by Waterloo Industries Due to Risk of Injury; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
The Husky Securelock vertical bike hook can unexpectedly detach and allow the bike to fall. This poses a risk of injury to bystanders.

Cycle Gear Recalls Semi Truck and Motorcycle Toys Due to Excessive Lead Levels (Recall Alert)
The toys contain excessive levels of lead, which is a violation of the federal standard for lead content.

Yamaha Recalls Viking VI Side x Side Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The rear wheels can loosen and cause the rear end of the vehicle to wobble or the rear wheels to come off and cause the vehicle to crash, resulting an injury or death hazard.

February 11, 2015

Tips & Reviews From The My3cents Community

FedEx - Fedex Destroys Then Disposes Of Priceless Shipped Item

OnStar - Unreliable and Waste of Time in Emergencies

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

System Sensor Recalls Combination Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
The System Sensor i4 Series COSMO-2W and COSMO-4 combination smoke/CO alarms can fail to detect carbon monoxide in the home. This poses a risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Mima Recalls Moon 3-In-1 High Chairs Due to Fall and Impact Hazard
The seat can dislodge, allowing the seat and child to fall, and the chair can fall on a child crawling underneath the seat.

Airplane and Butterfly Push Toys Recalled by LS Import Due to Choking Hazard
The wheels of the airplane, and the balls at the tip of the butterflyâ€™s antenna can detach.

Sea Gull Lighting Recalls Chandeliers Due to Injury Hazard
The chandelierâ€™s screw collar that holds the chandeliers to the ceiling mount can break causing the chandelier to fall and injure bystanders.

Lifesmart Recalls Lifepro Brand Portable Mini Space Heaters Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
The back plate can detach when removing the heater from the outlet.

Family Dollar Stores Recall Tough Treadz Auto Carrier Toy Sets Due to Laceration Hazard
The die-case metal cars may have sharp edges that pose a laceration hazard.

Gibbs Sports Amphibians Recalls Quadski Amphibious Vehicles Due to Injury Risk
The handlebar on the Quadski and Quadski XL can fail and cause the operator to lose control of steering and braking.

Sunbeam Recalls Holmes Oil Filled Heaters Due to Scald Hazard
The oil-filled heaters can spray heated oil.

Vosges Haut-Chocolat Recalls Festival of Lights Gift Box Sets Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The plastic menorah can catch fire if candles are allowed to burn to the base of the menorah.

Mirka Extends Recall of Compact Electric Random Orbital Sanders Due to Fire Hazard
CEROS 550 5-inch, CEROS 650 6-inch and CEROS 680 6-inch electric sanders can short circuit, posing a fire hazard.

Johnson Health Tech Recalls Matrix Fitness Strength Training Machines Due to Risk of Impact Injury, Laceration and Fall Hazards
The handle attachment on five models of Matrix Fitness Varsity series strength training machines can detach during use.

La-Z-Boy Recalls Control Wands Sold With Silver Luxury Lift Chairs Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)
The wand that controls the chair's movements can overheat.

CR Brands Recalls Mean Green Cleaner and Degreaser Products Due to Chemical Hazard
Cleaners may be mislabeled "Does not contain ammonia" but may, creating a chemical hazard. If mixed with other chemicals, could produce toxic gases.

NPD Furniture Recalls Dining Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The chair leg can break unexpectedly, causing the person sitting in the chair to fall.

IKEA Recalls Crib Mattresses Due to Risk of Entrapment
The crib mattresses could create a gap between the mattress and crib ends larger than allowed by federal regulations, posing an entrapment hazard to infants.

January 9, 2015

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

Pro Performance Recalls SKLZ Resistance Trainers Due to Risk of Severe Injury
A weld on a ring on the resistance trainer's belt can break during use and cause the resistance trainer's flexible cord to quickly and unexpectedly retract and hit an exercise partner who is holding the other end.

CoScentrix Expands Recall of DD Brand Candles Due to Fire Hazard; Exclusively at Hobby Lobby
The candles' high flame can ignite the surface of the wax, posing a fire hazard.

Olympic Mountain Products Recalls Tealight Wax Warmers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Costco (Recall Alert)
The tealights in the warmers can burn with an erratic or high flame.

Keurig Recalls MINI Plus Brewing Systems Due to Burn Hazard
Water can overheat during brewing, spray out and burn consumers.

James Trading Group Recalls Croker Kids Fleece Panel Hoodie Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)
Hoddies have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children.

Comfort Research Recalls Vinyl Bean Bag Chairs Due to Risk of Entrapment, Suffocation
The zipper on the vinyl bean bag chairs can be opened by children. A child who crawls inside the opened chair can become entrapped, suffocate or choke on the foam beads.

Kiddie Korral Recalls Girls Hoodies with Ponies Due to Strangulation Hazard
A drawstring through the hood of the hoodies can pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Yamaha Recalls YZ250 Competition Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Risk of Injury, Death (Recall Alert)
The engine of 2015 model numbers YZ250FFL and YZ250FFW competition off-road motorcyles can lock up during operation, causing a rider to lose control and crash.

Giggles International Recalls Animated Monkey Toy Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Stores
The toy's battery compartment can reach temperatures up to 230 degrees Fahrenheit.

Schneider Electric Recalls PowerPact J-Frame Circuit Breakers Due to Fire, Burn, Electrical Shock Hazards
The circuit breakers will not trip during an overload condition.

Wegmans Food Markets Recalls Moody Face Stress Balls Due to Choking Hazard
The rubber stress balls can break into pieces when squeezed.

WindowTex Recalls Custom Roller Shades Due to Risk of Injury
A steel pin in the shade's idler can become dislodged and cause the shade to fall, posing a risk of injury from impact.

Bicycle Helmets Recalled by UVEX Sports Due to Risk of Head Injury
Helmetâ€™s chinstrap can fail, causing the helmets to slide off the head, posing a head injury hazard.

GCI Outdoor Recalls to Repair Stadium Seats Due to Risk of Injury
The backrest on BleacherBack stadium seats can fail.

Ethan Allen Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Electrical Shock
A defect in the line cord insulation can cause an electrical shock.

Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The AC power cord sold with IdeaPad and Lenovo brand can overheat.

Nordstrom Recalls Open Vest Sweaters Due to Burn Hazard; Violation of Federal Flammability Standard (Recall Alert)
The Leith brand sweater vests fail to meet federal flammability requirements. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.

Dream On Me Recalls Incredible Play Yards Due to Strangulation Hazard
The play yardâ€™s rails can collapse presenting a strangulation hazard to young children.

Horizon Hobby Recalls HobbyZone Super Cub S Radio-Controlled Aircraft Due to Fire Hazard
Power supply units and chargers for the HobbyZone Super Cub S radio-controlled aircraft can overcharge the battery, posing a risk of fire and property damage.

Salsa Cycles Recalls Due to Risk of Fall Hazard
The bicycle fork can bend or break, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Eaton Recalls Electrical Meter Breakers Due to Shock Hazard (Recall Alert)
The MBED 3042 series residential meter breakerâ€™s electrical components can be easily accessed, posing a shock hazard.

Felt Bicycles Recalls Cyclocross Bicycles Due to Risk of Injury
The frame of the bicycle could break, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer injuries.

Daikin Recalls Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard
The air purifierâ€™s circuit board can overheat and cause the air purifier to catch on fire.

Pro Armor Recalls Doors for Polaris RZR 800 and 900 Utility Vehicles Due to Impact, Laceration Hazards
The latch pin can disengage from the latch and allow the door to open while the vehicle is moving.

Goal Zero Recalls Battery Packs Due to Fire Hazard
The battery packs can overcharge, overheat, bulge and melt. One fire reported.

Tyco Fire Protection Recalls Simplex Fire Alarm Control Panels Due to Failure to Activate (Recall Alert)
A defective chip in certain alarm panels produced between 3/15/2014 â€“ 6/20/2014 and used exclusively in commercial settings can cause premature battery failure and prevent activation of devices during alarm conditions.

Bob-Cat Recalls Zero Turn Mowers Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The steering control arm component can break during normal use, causing driver to lose control and crash.

Graco Recalls 11 Models of Strollers Due to Fingertip Amputation Hazard
11 models of strollers being recalled due to a childâ€™s finger getting pinched in the folding hinge on the stroller.

Mohawk Recalls Rugs Due To Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at The Home Depot
The rugs fail to meet federal standards or lack the required labeling.

AP Specialties Recalls Power Bank Chargers Due to Fire Hazard
AP Specialties Recalls Power Bank Chargers Due to Fire Hazard

Olympus Recalls Digital Audio Recorders Due to Burn Hazard
The DS-5500 recorders can overheat when they are charging.

November 18, 2014

Tips & Reviews From The My3cents Community

Hotwire - Incredibly Disappointed With Hotwire

Alamo Car Rental - Alamo Will Leave You Stranded!

AT&T - Duped Into Getting a "Free" Hot Spot.

Frigidaire - Oven Failed After 3 Years - LFEF3018LWA

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

Black Diamond Equipment Recalls Whippet Ski Poles Due to Risk of Injury
Black Diamond Equipment Recalls Whippet Ski Poles Due to Risk of Injury

CoScentrix Expands Recall of DD Brand Candles Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Hobby Lobby
CoSentrix Expands Recall of DD Brand Candles Due to Fire Hazard.

Tankless Water Heaters Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Manufactured by Daesung Celtic Enersys; Distributed Exclusively by Challenger Supply Holdings
Coaire and Quietside brand gas water heaters can overheat.

Venmar Ventilation Expands Recall of Air Exchangers Due to Fire Hazard
The motor in the air exchangers with and without heat recovery can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Ventamatic Recalls Cool Draft Misting Fans Due to Risk of Fire and Electric Shock
The fanâ€™s wiring is not properly grounded, posing fire and electric shock hazards.

Aqua Lung Expands Recall of Buoyancy Compensators Due to Drowning Hazard
The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency.

Folding Lounge Chairs Recalled by 4Seasons Due to Fall Hazard; Sold exclusively at Ross Stores
The chair can tip or recline too quickly, posing a fall hazard.

Visonic Recalls Amber Personal Emergency Response Pendants and Kits Due to Pendant Battery Failure
An accelerated circuit drain of the Visonic Amber MCT-212 GS LA S (315) ENR pendants and Visonic Amber Kits GS LA (315) KIT2 pendant battery can result in a shorter than expected â€œlow batteryâ€ warning period, from 30 days down to a nine day warning period

Cost Plus World Market Recalls Modular Storage Bars Due to Injury Hazard
When weight is applied to the storage bar, the screws holding the mounting plate can pull out of the bar allowing the storage bar to fall, posing an injury hazard.

Tectron International Recalls USB Chargers Due to Fire Hazard
The charger can overheat while in use, posing a fire hazard.

Waterway Plastics Recalls Spa Drain Suction Covers Due to Risk of Entrapment
The Waterway Plastics Designer Pro Series model 640-52XX S suction covers can become disengaged. This poses an entrapment hazard.

Cane Creek Recalls Bicycle Shocks Due to Risk of Injury
The shock absorber is marked with graphics that incorrectly identify the adjustment directions for High Speed Rebound (HSR), posing a fall hazard to a rider.

Meijer Recalls Halloween Projector Flashlight Due to Burn Hazard
The flashlight can overheat and melt the plastic handle.

Arctic Cat Recalls Single-Rider and 2UP ATVs Due To Crash Hazard
Components in the front gear case can fail, posing a risk of loss of control and crash hazard.

Briggs & Stratton Recalls Snapper Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
Weld on the drive axle can fail resulting in loss of brake control, posing an injury hazard.

American Honda Recalls Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
On 2014 Pioneer 700 vehicles, vegetation and debris can accumulate on the middle skid plate, make contact with the exhaust system and ignite.

Sanus Simplicity Television Wall Mounts Recalled by Milestone AV Technologies Due to Impact Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco
The nut securing the television to the main arm assembly can loosen causing television to become detached from the arm assembly, posing an impact hazard.

Toys R Us Recalls Toy Toaster Sets Due to Choking Hazard
The plastic toast, under pressure, can crack and break into small pieces creating sharp edges.

Michaels Stores Recalls Folding Tables Due to Fall Hazard
The folding table can collapse if someone sits on it, posing a falling hazard.

Louis Garneau Recalls Aerodynamic Bicycle Helmets Due to Injury Hazard
In cold temperatures, P-09 bicycle helmets can fail to protect the wearer.

Rejuvenation Recalls Hanging Lamps Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
The cord system can fail to support the pendant's weight, causing it to fall.

Fluid Handling Recalls Low Water Cut-Off Control Units for Hot Water or Steam Boilers Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards (Recall Alert)
The ground wire and probe wires could be incorrectly assembled in the units by the manufacturer, posing fire and explosion hazards.

PAB Two Recalls Bed Bug Heat Treatment Systems Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The flexible, electrical conducting strip at the top of the heating element can break at the corners after multiple setups, posing an electrical fire hazard.

Fiskars Recalls Bypass Lopper Shears Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
The Fiskars model 6954, titanium bypass loppers can break while in use. Eleven reports of incidents, some resulting in bruising and lacerations.

KYMCO Recalls ATVs Due to Burn, Fire Hazards (Recall Alert)
The fuel cap on select models can fail to vent properly causing the fuel tank to rupture or the fuel to boil out of the tank.

Active Apparel Recalls Boys Fission Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard
The sweatshirts have drawstrings around the neck area which pose a strangulation hazard to children.

Franklin Fueling Systems Recalls Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose Due to Fire and Explosion Hazard
The crimp on the fuel hose can loosen causing fuel to leak.

Trimfoot Recalls Children's Soft-Soled Sneakers Due to Choking Hazard; Sold exclusively at Macy's
A small metal eyelet in the upper can detach from the inside of First Impressions high-top sneakers.

Husqvarna Recalls Craftsman Push Mowers Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Orchard Supply Hardware (Recall Alert)
The engine control bail/lever on 3-in-1 high-wheel mowers with Honda GCV160 engines and a 21-inch deck can fail to stop the engine and blades.

Shivvers Recalls Country Clipper Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
The ignition module in 2012, 2013 and 2014 riding lawn mowers with 27-horsepower Kohler engines can fail to ground, overheat and melt.

Bad Boy Buggies Recalls Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard
Diminished braking ability with the Ambush, Instinct and Recoil model off-road vehicles can pose a crash hazard to consumers.

Ross Stores Recalls Bistro Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The chair's seat can fail to stay attached to the frame and the chair can collapse.

Hearth & Home Technologies Recalls Gas Fireplaces, Stoves, Inserts and Log Sets Due to Risk of Gas Leak and Fire Hazard
The gas valve in the unit can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Siemens Recalls Audible Fire Alarm Base Due to Risk of Injury
The Siemens SBGA-34 audible fire alarm base can fail to sound an alarm, posing a risk of personal injury and property damage.

Arctic Cat Recalls Side by Sides Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Oil can leak from the cooler line on the Trail and Trail XT side by side off-road vehicles, posing a fire hazard.

Kidde Recalls Smoke and Combination Smoke/CO Alarms Due to Alarm Failure
The alarms could fail to alert consumers of a fire or CO incident after a power outage.

September 10, 2014

Tips & Reviews From The My3cents Community

American Home Shield - Rip Off / Scam In The Name Of Warranty Service

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

Benetton Recalls United Colors of Benetton Boys Jackets; Waist Drawstring Poses Entanglement Hazard
The jackets have a drawstring at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors, posing an entrapment hazard.

Coleman Recalls Inflatable Rubber River Tubes Due to Skin Irritation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
Contact with Sevylor one-person River Racer tubes can cause skin irritation.

Cabrinha Recalls Kiteboarding Control System Due to Risk of Injury
The spring on the control mechanism can jam, leading to a loss of control and potential injury.

Yamaha Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The snowmobile's fuel hose joint can leak during operation, posing a fire hazard.

AmTRAN Video Recalls to Repair 42-Inch JVC Flat Panel Televisions Due to Risk of Tip Over
The neck of the JVC Emerald Series flat panel television's stand can crack and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly. This poses a risk of injury to the consumer.

Great Innovations Recalls Humidifiers Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively by QVC (Recall Alert)
Water can enter the Air Innovations model MH-407 humidifiers and cause the circuit board to short circuit and overheat. This poses a fire hazard.

iDevices Recalls Temperature Probes Due to Ingestion Hazard
The plastic insulator inside the Pro Ambient Temperature Probes and Pro Meat Probes is not heat resistant and can melt and fall into food.

Orbea Recalls Avant Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
The bicycle fork can crack, posing a fall hazard to the rider.

Tray Vous Recalls Snack and Activity Trays for Strollers Due to Strangulation Hazard
The opening between the tray and stroller seat bottom allows an unharnessed child's body to pass through but could trap his head.

American Woodcrafters Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Havertys (Recall Alert)
The Cottage Retreat II bunk bed's side mattress support rails can break.

Swimwear Anywhere Recalls Little Marc Jacobs Girls Hooded Jackets Due to Strangulation Hazard (Recall Alert)
A child can strangle if the drawstring in the jacket's hood gets caught on the playground slide, school bus door or elsewhere.

Multi-Purpose Outdoor Shelters Recalled By Sunjoy Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at BJ's Wholesale Club (Recall Alert)
The fabric canopy on the shelters fails to comply with the voluntary flammability standard.

NRS Recalls Water Sports Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
The rivets holding the chin strap to the helmet can fail and cause the helmet to fall off, posing a risk of head injury.

Goodman Company Recalls Air Conditioning and Heating Units Due to Burn and Fire Hazards
The power cords on the units can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards.

Cree Recalls LED Light Fixtures Due to Laceration Hazard (Recall Alert)
The glass lens on the fixture can break, posing a laceration hazard.

Hewlett-Packard Recalls Notebook Computer AC Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The AC power cord can overheat, posing a potential fire and burn hazard.

Two Deaths Reported with Ace Bayou Bean Bag Chairs; Recall Announced Due to Suffocation and Choking Hazards
Kids can open the chairâ€™s zippers, crawl inside and suffocate and choke on the foam beads.

WilliamsRDM Recalls StoveTop FireStop Microhood Due to Safety Hazard (Recall Alert)
The Microhood's front canister can fall from the unit and fail to suppress the fire.

SolarWorld Recalls Solar Systems with Copper Grounding Lugs Due to Electrocution, Electric Shock or Fire Hazard
The bare-copper grounding lugs installed with SolarWorld Solar Systems can corrode, resulting in a faulty ground circuit. This poses a risk of shock, electrocution and fire.

Attwood Recalls Kayak and Watersports Storage Hanger Due to Injury Hazard
The adjustment buckles can release unexpectedly, causing the stored item to fall and injure people nearby.

Golden Artist Colors Recalls QoR Synthetic Ox Gall due to Skin Irritation (Recall Alert)
Consumers could experience an allergic skin reaction after long periods of skin contact.

Bexco Recalls Franklin & Ben Mason 4-in-1 Convertible Cribs Due to Fall and Entrapment Hazards
The side panels on the Franklin & Ben Mason style cribs can separate and create a hazardous gap. This poses a fall hazard and risk of entrapment.

Snowmobiles Recalled by Arctic Cat Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Fuel can leak from the Arctic Cat XF 7000 and ZR 7000 snowmobiles' fuel line assembly, posing a fire hazard to riders.

Vornado Air Recalls Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The Whole Room Vortex heater, model VH110, can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items.

ESL, Interlogix Hard-Wired Smoke Alarms Recalled Due to Failure to Alert Consumers of a Fire
Radio frequency interference can cause the smoke detectors to fail.

JPC Equestrian Recalls Stirrup Leathers Due to Fall Hazard
The Henri De Rivel pre-stretched, 48-inch and 54-inch stirrup leathers can crack and break while in use. This poses a fall hazard to the rider.

CoScentrix Recalls Candles in Metal Tins Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Hobby Lobby
High flames from the â€œDDâ€ brand CoScentrix candles can ignite the surface wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container. This poses a fire hazard.

Lea Industries Recalls Lighted Night Stands Due to Burn Hazard
The 20-watt halogen bulb under the night stands can overheat, scorch carpet, and poses a burn hazard.

August 6, 2014

Tips & Reviews From The My3cents Community

ADT - ADT Failed to Contact Police During Burglary

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

VIZIO Recalls to Repair 39- and 42-Inch E-Series Flat Panel Televisions Due to Risk of Tip Over
The stand assembly can fail on the VIZIO E-Series flat panel televisions and cause the television to tip over unexpectedly. This poses a risk of injury to the consumer

Samson International Recalls Bar Stool Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco
The footrest can crack, compromising the strength and stability of the bar stool, posing a fall hazard.

Johnson Outdoors Diving Recalls Dive Computers Due to Injury Hazard
Divers can suffer from decompression sickness when the dive computer leaks and stops working.

PetSmart Recalls Top Fin Plastic Aquarium Heaters Due to Electrical Shock Hazard
The 50-, 100-, 150-, 200- and 250-watt heaters are insufficiently grounded.

Harris Products Group Recalls Welding Torch Handles Due to Fire Hazard
The torch handles can leak oxygen or fuel.

Kawasaki Recalls Teryx4 Recreational Off-highway Vehicles Due to Injury Hazard (Recall Alert)
Sticks and other debris can break through the floor boards and into the foot rest area.

Philips Lighting Recalls Lightolier Glass Lenses Due to Laceration Hazard
The "Lightolier" brand decorative glass lens can shatter and result in falling pieces of glass. This poses a risk of laceration.

Metabo Recalls Electric Angle Grinders Due to Laceration Hazard
The grinder's on/off switch can stick in the â€œOnâ€ position, posing a laceration hazard.

Mayborn USA Recalls to Repair Baby Monitors Due to Strangulation Hazard
Child can pull cord into crib and wrap around the neck, posing a strangulation hazard.

Recalled Products Sold by Best Buy and Liquidators After Recall Date
Hazards can include fire, burn, shock, expelled parts, falls and skin irritation depending on the product.

Far East Brokers Recall Glass Beverage Dispenser Set Due to Injury Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Publix
The metal stand supporting the dispenser can break.

Pottery Barn Recalls Bar Stools Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
The footrest on the Pottery Barn "Donovan" style bar stool can break. This poses a fall hazard to the user.

East Coast Cycle Supply Recalls Trayl TRN Mountain Bikes Due to Crash Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Sports Authority (Recall Alert)
The brakes on the bikes can fail to stop riders within the distances required by federal regulation.

Dream On Me Recalls High Chairs Due to Strangulation and Fall Hazards
The leg or side opening of the chair can allow a childâ€™s body to pass through and become entrapped at the neck or fall from the chair.

Oeuf Recalls to Repair Cribs Due to Entrapment Hazard
The slats/spindles and top rail on four models of Sparrow cribs can detach from the cribs and pose an entrapment hazard to a child.

Cycling Sports Group Recalls GT Brand Mountain Bicycles Due to Crash, Injury Hazards
The brake system on 2014 Fury Expert and Fury Team downhill mountain bicycles can fail.

Popkiller Recalls USB Chargers, Adapters and Cables Due to Fire and Electric Shock Hazards
Mounted plug blades, and inadequate electronic circuitry create a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.

Nantucket Distributing Recalls Outdoor Patio Set Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
The rear legs of the chair can break, posing a fall hazard.

Halco Recalls LED Bulbs Due to Risk of Injury and Burn Hazards
The LED bulbs can overheat and fall onto consumers below.

Bollinger Fitness Recalls Resistance Bands Due to Injury Hazard
The black plastic ball attached to the resistance bandâ€™s door anchor can unexpectedly release and strike the user.

GSK Recalls Panadol Advance Bottles Due to Failure to Meet Child-Resistant Closure Requirement; Sold Exclusively in Puerto Rico
The 100 caplet container is not child-resistant as required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. These products contain acetaminophen which is required to be sealed with child-resistant packaging.

Gemini Recalls Power Adaptor/Chargers Due to Burn Hazard
The power adaptors/chargers can overheat and pose a burn risk to consumers.

Master Cutlery Recalls Neck Knives Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Big 5 Sports
The sheath on the Master Cutlery MTech USA Karambit neck knife can fail to hold the knife securely. This can allow the knife to fall out of the sheath, posing a laceration hazard to the consumer.

Lifeguard Press Recalls Charging Kits Due to Fire, Shock Hazards
Ban.do, Jonathan Adler and Lilly Pulitzer branded charging kits can overheat and emit smoke and sparks. The prongs on the wall charger can detach and remain in the electrical outlet.

May 2, 2014

Tips & Reviews From The My3cents Community

Budget Rent-a-Car - Empty Gas Tank!

Alamo Rent A Car - Late-Night Drop-Off = SCAM

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

J. Crew Recalls Baby Coveralls Due to Choking Hazard (Recall Alert)
Snaps on the baby coveralls in sizes newborn to 3T can detach.

Altria Group Distribution Company Recalls Flashlight Due to Burn, Injury Hazards; Distributed Exclusively through Marlboro Promotion (Recall Alert)
Matches can ignite while inside the 3-in-1 flashlight.

Horizon Hobby Recalls Blade 700 X Pro Series Helicopter Kits, Spindle Sets Due To Injury Hazard
The blades can come off the recalled radio-controlled helicopters. The letter "X" is on the helicopter.

White-Rodgers Recalls Home Heating and Cooling Thermostats Due to Fire Hazard
The alkaline batteries used in the digital thermostat can leak onto the circuit board.

Kawasaki Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The motorcycle bolts on model year 2014 KLX110 and KLX110L off-road motorcycles can loosen and come off causing the engine to lock and stop the vehicle.

GE Brand Dehumidifiers by Midea Recalled for Repair Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart
A component in the dehumidifier's compressor can short circuit. One fire reported.

DGL Group Recalls Vibe USB Mobile Power Bars Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Five Below
The Vibe power bar, also known as a portable power supply or portable charger, can overheat. Incident reports include smoking, fire and bursting power bars.

Magnum and Matrix Fitness Multi-Station Strength Training Towers Recalled by Johnson Health Tech Due to Injury Hazard
The plastic connectors that link the strength training stationsâ€™ towers can slide out or break.

Felt Bicycles Recalls Triathlon Bicycles Due to Risk of Injury
THE S22 AND S32 MODEL ROAD BIKES HAVE FORKS THAT CAN BREAK.

Ariens Recalls Snow Throwers and Power Brushes Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards
A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the clutch lever is disengaged.

PetSmart Recalls Fish Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard
The 1.75 gallon glass fish bowls can crack, shatter or break during normal handling. Four consumers had to have stitches for cuts, one had surgery.

Summer Infant Expands Recall to Replace Video Monitor Rechargeable Batteries Due to Burn Hazard
The batteries used in the video baby monitors can overheat and rupture.

Excalibur Recalls Crossbows Due to Injury Hazard; Can Fire Unexpectedly
The Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 model crossbow can unexpectedly fire an arrow. This poses a risk of injury to the user or bystander.

E-Z-GO Recalls Golf, Shuttle, Off-Road Utility Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard
The steering wheel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently, reducing the driverâ€™s steering control on E-Z-GO, Cushman and Bad Boy Buggies brand gas- and electric-powered, four-wheeled vehicles with bench seats for the driver and passengers.

Remington Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard
The blowerâ€™s impeller can break and strike the operator during use.

Troy-Bilt Electric Leaf Blowers Recalled by MTD Due to Laceration Hazard
The blowerâ€™s impeller can break and strike the operator during use.

Rocky Brands Recalls Georgia Boot Steel-Toed Shoes Due to Compression Hazard
When compressed, the steel toe cap in the men's shoe can fail to protect the wearerâ€™s feet. Boots have a "Met-Guard" tag at the stitching.

Ontel Recalls Isometric Exercise Devices Due to Projectile Hazard
Handle grips on the ISO7X can break and cause parts to be forcefully ejected from the shaft.

Pier 1 Imports Recalls Hanging Glass Star Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard
The welds on the lantern can melt due to heat from the tea light, causing the candle holder to break and fall. One burned rug reported.

GunBox Recalls Gun Storage Boxes Due to Lock Failure (Recall Alert)
The GunBox storage box locking mechanism can open if dropped, allowing access to the gun stored inside.

Whalen Recalls Stainless Steel Tool Chests Due to Laceration Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Costco (Recall Alert)
Injuries, including cuts requiring stitches, have been reported with the recalled 72-inch tool chests.

Hussong Manufacturing and American Flame Recall Three Gas Fireplaces, Fireplace Inserts Due to Explosion Hazard
The main control modules on Kozy Heat-, Ambiance- and Stellar Hearth-brand direct vent fireplaces and inserts can allow gas to be released and buildup in the burner area.

Snowboard Bindings Recalled by K2 Sports Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
The Kwicker bindings can release unexpectedly.

Dyson Recalls Bladeless Portable Electric Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Recalled Dyson Hot and Dyson Hot+Cool heaters can short circuit and overheat. Burned or melted internal parts have been reported.

Lenovo Recalls Battery Packs for ThinkPad Notebook Computers Due to Fire Hazard
The battery packs, which were sold with computers and separately, can overheat.

Excel Industries Recalls BigDog and Hustler Mowers due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
The seat switch can fail to detect that the rider has left the seat, allowing the mower to continue to operate.

SATCO Products Recalls KolourOne LED Light Bulbs Due to Risk of Injury
The light bulb's components can separate and pieces can fall.

Centex Homes Recalls Solar Panels Due to Fire Hazard
Two reported roof fires originated in or near the recalled Open Energy SolarSave Roofing Tiles. The OE-34 model solar panels were installed in homes built and sold by Centex Homes.

Ace Hardware Recalls LED Clamp Light Due to Shock and Fire Hazard
The cord bushing inside the work light's base could fail, allowing the cord wiring to pull off of the base, exposing bare wire.

Wal-Mart Recalls Dolls Due to Burn Hazard
The circuit board in the chest of the electronic my sweet love/ my sweet baby cuddle care dolls can overheat, causing the doll to get hot.

Bedz King Recalls Bunk Beds with Side Ladder Due To Entrapment Hazard (Recall Alert)
A protruding corner post on the bunk bed exceeds the 5mm allowed by industry standard. The beds were sold at BunkBedKing.com.

Minga Fair Trade Imports Recalls Wooden Flipping Acrobat Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
The paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead.

Ganz Recalls Grumpy Cat Stuffed Animal Toys Due to Choking Hazard
The eyes on the recalled lying and sitting Grumpy Cat plush toys and on a Grumpy Cat key chain can detach.

Vera Bradley Recalls Bear Ring Rattles and Bunny Toys Due to Choking Hazard
The pom-pom tail can detach from the body of the bear rattle and the bunny.

Arctic Cat Recalls Off-Highway Utility Vehicles Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
This recall involves two-seat 2014 Arctic Cat Prowler 500 HDX recreational off-highway vehicles.

MobilePower Recalls Multi-Function Power Packs Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively by QVC (Recall Alert)
The MobilePower Instant Boost 500 power packs can overheat.

TJX Recalls Autumn 2013 Gardeners Eden Light-Up Decorations Due to Fire Hazard; Sold exclusively at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls and HomeGoods Stores
Exposed LED light wiring near the battery box can cause a short circuit on decorative wreaths and Chinese Lantern plant arrangements made with dried twigs and papier-mÃ¢chÃ©.

The Conran Shop Recalls Pondicherry Dining Tables Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard (Recall Alert)
The wood tables with a table top wrapped in brass were sold at The Conran Shop inside ABC Carpet & Home in New York.

BMC Recalls Stromer Electric Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
The fork on the Stromer ST1 womenâ€™s and menâ€™s bikes can break.

Fitbit Recalls Force Activity-Tracking Wristband Due to Risk of Skin Irritation
Users can develop allergic reactions to the stainless steel casing, materials used in the strap, or adhesives used to assemble the product, resulting in redness, rashes or blistering where the skin has been in contact with the tracker.

ZLP Manufacturing Recalls Hornet Zip Line Trolleys Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
The retaining pin can release and cause the two side plates of the trolley to separate and fall off the zip line.

Tektro USA and TRP Recall Bicycle Mechanical Disc Brake Calipers Due to Crash Hazard
The Spyre and Spyre SLC calipers were sold as original and aftermarket equipment on bicycles.

Design Ideas Recalls Magnets Due to Risk of Ingestion
The small magnet can easily detach from the office and refrigerator magnets. If swallowed, the magnets can link together inside the intestines and can cause perforations, sepsis and death.

Canon Recalls to Repair PowerShot SX50 HS Digital Cameras
Canon has received one report of itching and two reports of eye redness and pain.

Air Movers Recalled by Packaging Tape Inc. Due to Fire Hazard
The motor on the recalled CleanFreak air mover/blowers can overheat. The products are used to dry floors in commercial and residential buildings.

Fitness Anywhere Recalls TRX Dip and Hammer Bars Due to Risk of Injury (Recall Alert)
The bar welds on the TRX model exercise machine can break.

Hitachi Koki Recalls Grass Trimmers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The gasoline-powered Hitachi and Tanaka-brand grass trimmers can overheat.

Twin-Star Recalls Duraflame Electric Space Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The fireplace-looking space heater can overheat, melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items. Property damage reported.

Rowe Fine Furniture Recalls Ottomans Due to Risk of Suffocation (Recall Alert)
Young children can become trapped inside the ottoman's storage compartment.

Mammut Recalls Crevasse Rescue Devices Due to Risk of Injury
The pull cord lock cam on the mountain climbing rescue devices can fail.

Cork Block Stacking Toys Recalled by A Harvest Company Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at StorkStack.com
Small pieces of cork can break off the stackable blocks.

STX Recalls Shield Throat Protector Due to Laceration Hazard
When struck by a lacrosse ball, the Shield throat protector can crack or break.

Yamaha Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The drive chain on the recalled 2014 Yamaha competition off-road motorcycles can detach and cause the rider to lose control

Polaris Recalls Ranger Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard (Recall Alert)
The throttle cable on 2013 Ranger 500 EFI and Ranger Crew 500 EFI models can fail to operate properly and can cause the rider to lose control and crash.

BRP Recalls Ski-Doo and Can-Am Lithium-ion Rechargeable Batteries and Heated Gloves Due to Fire Hazard
The gloveâ€™s lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack can overheat.

Genie Recalls Garage Door Openers Due to Fire Hazard
The control board can overheat.

Rollerblade USA Recalls Tempest Inline Skates Due to Fall Hazard
The mounting holes in the boot and frame of the high performance training or racing skates can be misaligned and can separate.

February 24, 2014

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Tips & Reviews From The My3cents Community

DirecTV - Worst Customer Experience - My Letter to DirecTV

Walmart - Price Matching Is A Joke At Crowley Store

Consumer Recalls From CPSC

Infantino Recalls Teething Toys Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
Infantino has received reports of infants choking or gagging on the monkey's tail.

Sterling Rope Company Recalls Sewn Cords Due to Fall Hazard
The recalled cords break at a lower weight than published weight values.

Lucent Ace Manufacturing Recalls LED Flashlights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Academy Sports + Outdoors
The battery in the flashlight can short and cause the canister to rupture.

Club Car Recalls Golf and Transport Vehicles Due to Fall Hazard (Recall Alert)
The passenger hip restraint can fracture and fail to hold the rider in place in model year 2012 Precedent I2 vehicles.

LEM Products Distribution Expands Recall Including Previously-Repaired 5-Tray Food Dehydrators Due to Shock Hazard
Damaged wiring can come into contact with a metal bracket in the food dehydrators. Electrical shorts, sparks reported.

Kawasaki USA Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Fuel Leak and Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Fuel can leak from between the fuel tank and fuel tap on the recalled 2010, 2011 and 2012 motorcycles.

Air Compressors Recalled by MAT Industries Due to Shock Hazard
Each of the two-gallon HDX and Powermate air compressors has a pair of one-gallon tanks stacked upon each other.

Visonic Amber Personal Emergency Response Kits Recalled Due to Failure to Signal Emergency Assistance
Following a reboot or system reset, the Amber SelectX Base Stations can fail to operate and detect an emergency signal from the personal pendant.

Christmas Lights Recalled by Pepe Ganga Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
The 100 musical light string can overheat and catch fire.