This week, four recalls have were issued (two new, two reissued) by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you or a loved one has been injured by a recalled or otherwise faulty product, contact The Law Offices of Larry H. Parker at (800) 333-0000 for a free consultation.
Telstar recalls light bulbs due to fire hazard
About 317,000 Telstar Energy-Saving Light Bulbs were recalled after two reports of the bulbs causing fire. One of the fires resulted in severe property damage. The Telstar Energy-Saving Light Bulb is made in China. See the recall.
Meijer recalls socks due to choking hazard
About 17,400 Bumble Bee and Lady Bug Infant Slipper Socks were recalled after a report of the bug’s antennae detaching from the sock. The slipper socks are made in China. See the recall.
UJ Trading recalls toy helicopters due to fire hazard
About 18,500 previously recalled Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters were recalled again after it was discovered that the battery housing under the canopy can overheat while charging, posing a risk of fire. No incidents or injuries have been reported. The Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopter is manufactured in China. See the recall.
Maclaren issues re-announcement of previous stroller recall
About 1 million strollers previously recalled in November of 2009 were recalled again after receiving an additional 37 reports of injuries after the original recall, including five fingertip amputations, 16 lacerations, and 16 entrapments. Cumulatively, Maclaren has received 149 reported incidents with the recalled stroller. The strollers were made in China. See the recall.
