14 product recalls were announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) over the past few weeks, including recalls bicycle helmets, ceiling fans, and fire extinguishers. If you or a loved one has been hurt by a dangerous product, contact The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker today at (800) 333-0000 for a free consultation.
Marin Mountain Bikes issues recall for bicycles due to falling hazard
About 450 Marin MBX 50 and Tiny Trail Bicycles were recalled after the company discovered that the handlebars can become loose or separate from the bike will in use. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled children’s bicycles were manufactured in China. See the recall.
System Sensor recalls smoke detectors due to carbon monoxide hazard
About 1,450 i4 Series System Sensor Combination Carbon Monoxide and Smoke Detectors were recalled after the firm discovered that the product can fail to detect carbon monoxide gas. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled detectors were made in Mexico. See the recall.
Kidde issues recall for fire extinguishers due to product failure
About 4.8 million Kidde Disposable Fire Extinguishers with Zytel Black Plastic Valves were recalled after the company received 11 reports of the fire extinguishers failing to discharge when necessary. The recalled fire extinguishers were made in Mexico. See the recall.
KTM North America issues recall for motorcycles due to crashing hazard
About 2,864 KTM Brand and 457 Husqvarna Brand Enduro Motorcycles were recalled after KTM discovered that the front fork pistons could become stuck in the fork leg, causing a potential loss of control. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled off-road motorcycles were made in Austria. See the recall.
Jackco recalls battery packs due to fire hazard
About 5,000 ZETA by Jackco Pocket Jump Starter Deluxe Sets were recalled after the company received 487 reports of battery failure, including two reports of the battery packs causing fires with minor property damage. The recalled battery packs were made in China. See the recall.
SRAM recalls wheel hubs due to crashing and injury hazards
About 12,000 Zipp 88 Aluminum Hubs for Bicycle Wheels were recalled after SRAM received two reports of front wheels collapsing after the hub flange ring failed. Both incidents included injuries requiring stitches while one of the incidents also included a concussive injury. The recalled bicycle hubs were manufactured in the United States. See the recall.
SCOTT issues recall for bicycle helmets due to injury hazard
About 1,450 2015 SCOTT Vanish Evo Bicycle Helmets were recalled after discovery that the helmets do not comply with CPSC safety guidelines for bicycle helmets. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled bicycle helmets were manufactured in China. See the recall.
Hayneedle recalls Christmas trees due to fire hazard
About 220 Fiber Optic Artificial Christmas Trees were recalled after the company received 20 reports of the Christmas trees emitting smoke or a burning smell from the motor. The recalled artificial trees were made in China. See the recall.
Tommy Bahama recalls cocktail shaker due to laceration hazard
About 1,700 Hula Girl Cocktail Shaker and Glass Sets were recalled after Tommy Bahama received five reports of the glass shaker breaking while in use. One of the incidents resulted in a laceration injury requiring stitches. The recalled product was made in China. See the recall.
Pressmaster issues recall for cable stripping tool due to impact hazard
About 327 Xcelite Cable Stripping Tools were recalled after discovery that the tool’s end cap can eject while in use, posing a risk of impact if the cap were to strike a consumer. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled tools were made in Sweden. See the recall.
Fanimation recalls ceiling fans due to injury hazard
About 9,300 Brewmaster Belt-Driven Ceiling Fans were recalled after Fanimation received two reports of the ceiling fan hub falling. The recalled ceiling fans were manufactured in China. See the recall.
Oliver Fiberglass recalls tubs due to burning hazard
About 6,400 Safe Step Walk-In Tubs were recalled after Oliver Fiberglass received 11 reports of the empty tub’s heated seat getting stuck in the on position. One of the incidents included a seat overheating, posing a burn risk. The recalled walk-in tubs were made in the United States. See the recall.
Electrolux issues recall for electric ranges due to shocking hazard
About 3,000 Sears Kenmore 24-inch Electric Ranges were recalled after the company discovered that the heating element can fail to adhere to the cooktop, posing a shock risk. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The recalled rangers were made in Canada. See the recall.
Cosco issues recall for hand trucks due to injury hazard
About 273,000 Cosco Home & Office 3-in-1 Convertible Aluminum Hand Trucks were recalled after Cosco received 10 reports of wheel hubs separating or breaking and ejecting pieces while in use. Four incidents of injuries, including bruises and lacerations, were reported. The recalled hand trucks were made in China. See the recall.
