Several news agencies have indicated that a laceration hazard has prompted the recall of all units of the Canning Jar Lifters imported by Progressive International Corporation. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the handle in these products may become detached over time, which could cause the tongs to fail unexpectedly and cause the jar to fall, which could increase the risk of laceration. About 22,700 units of these devices are affected by this recall in the U.S. and (read more)
Read MoreSeveral news reports have indicated that Kirkland Signature Six-Quart Saute Pans are being recalled over a possible laceration risk. The reports show that these pans have been linked to 97 reports of incidents associated with the lids breaking unexpectedly. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has stated that these items were equipped with glass lids that could shatter due to the heat, which is hazardous. No injuries associated with the 97 incidents were reported. Consumers with the affected products should (read more)
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Oct
2012
Beer Tap Handles Could Pose Laceration Risk
Multiple Ceramic Beer Tap Handles are being recalled, reports show. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled 24,000 units of these ceramic handles over a possible issue that could lead to a laceration hazard to users. In spite of the fact that no injuries were reported in association with these products, the federal agency decided to issue this recall since the top handle could collapse and break during normal use. The items listed under this recall announcement were sold in (read more)
Read MoreSnap bracelets are once again posing a hazard for young children. According to a recent recall announcement, just because these bracelets are designed for kids, it does not necessarily mean they are safe to use. If your child has one of the Toysmith Animal bracelet in their possession, keep the item from them and contact the manufacturer because a recall has been issued for these products. To learn more about the dangers this snap bracelet can pose to your little (read more)
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20
Aug
2012
Gerber Machetes Recalled Over Laceration Hazards
Gerber Legendary Blades of Portland, Oregon, is taking part in a voluntary recall of about 119,000 units of Gerber Bear Grylls Parang Machetes. The reports show that the machetes were sold in sporting stores nationwide for about forty-three dollars or for $349 as part of an “Apocalypse Survival Kit.” Apparently, a frail spot in the blade and handle meeting point can result in either one breaking during normal usage, if this occurs, consumers could become injured. For more details, read (read more)
Read MoreBath Petals recalled their soy candle products due to reports of excessive heat released upon burning. According to the firm, the products could pose a fire hazard to users. Additionally, one report stated that the candle actually shattered the glass holder due to the high flame, which could end up posing laceration hazards to multiple consumers. No injuries or property damage were reported thus far. Consumers should stop using these hazardous candles immediately and contact bath petals to receive a (read more)
Read MoreAccording to a series of news outlets, certain strollers are being recalled over possible laceration and amputation hazards. The official recall announcement issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has stated recently that 36,000 units of Contours Options three- and four- wheeled strollers manufactured in China and sold between January 2006 and June 2012 at Target, Toys “R” Us and Amazon.com could pose an injury hazard to children. The firm stated that the child being carried in this stroller (read more)
Read MoreAccording to the multiple news agencies covering recall alerts across the nation, Kitchen Selectives® 6-Speed Blenders are being recalled over possible laceration hazards. The recent recall announcement issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has established that about 4,069 units of these blenders may pose serious risks to users, therefore a prompt recall was deemed necessary. According to the information found in the official recall statement, Select Brands Inc., of Lenexa, Kansas hasn’t received any reports of incidents related to these (read more)
Read MoreAccording to several news agencies, Britax, a company that manufactures safety items designed for children, has recalled four different models of its Britax Chaperone safety infant car seats. The official announcement released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that models 9L69P5 Cowmoo, E9L69P2 Red Mil, E9L69N9 Moonsto and E9L69P3 Savanna are being recalled because they may have been equipped with chest clips that could have been produced to be more brittle. These items tend to break when chest clips are fastened while the child is (read more)
Read MoreAccording to the information found in several news articles, about 1,800 units of ‘Folding Pocket Utility Knife’ products manufactured and distributed by Greenlee Textron Inc., of Rockford, Ill, have been recalled. The company has announced the recall with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) stating that the reason for the recall is that consumers could face an increasing risk of laceration due to a possible failure of the utility knife’s blade mechanism. According to the firm, the blade lock could fail (read more)
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