Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Sears Reannounces Recall of Kenmore Dehumidifiers Due to Additional Reports of Fires, Burn, Low Consumer Response Rate

Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Recall date: July 17, 2013
Recall number: 13-238

580.54351400 – 35-pint (2004)

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Kenmore dehumidifiers
Hazard:
The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
Consumer Contact:
LG Recall Fulfillment Center, toll-free at (855) 400-4641 between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday and between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. CT Saturday.  Consumers also can determine whether their product has been recalled and register for the remedy at www.Kenmoredehumidifierrecall.com.
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Recall Details

Units
About 795,000 (previously recalled in August 2012)
Description
This recall involves Kenmore brand 35-, 50- and 70-pint dehumidifiers made by LG and manufactured between 2003 and 2005. The dehumidifiers are made of white plastic and are between 21 and 24 inches tall, about 15 inches wide and about 13.5 inches deep. They have a fan, humidity controls and a Kenmore logo on their top front panels. They come with front-loading water buckets. Some models include remote controls. The model number can be found on the right side of the interior of the unit once the bucket has been removed. Recalled units have the following model numbers:

      35-pint (2004) - 580.54351400
      50-pint (2003) - 580.53509300
      70-pint (2003) - 580.53701300
      70-pint (2004) - 580.54701400
      70-pint (2005) - 580.54701500
 
Incidents/Injuries
Sears has received seven additional incident reports of shorting and fire associated with the dehumidifiers, including one incident with a severe burn to a consumer’s foot and three fires resulting in more than $300,000 of property damage.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately turn off and unplug the dehumidifiers and contact the Recall Fulfillment Center to receive a Sears gift card for either $75, $80, $90 or $100, which may be used at any Sears or Kmart store or at Sears.com or Kmart.com. The gift card amount will depend on the capacity and year of the dehumidifier. In lieu of a gift card, consumers may request a check for the refund amount. All consumers with recalled units will also receive a $25 coupon that may be used at Sears Department Stores or Sears.com toward the purchase of a new Kenmore dehumidifier.
Sold exclusively at
Sears and Kmart stores nationwide and Sears.com and Kmart.com from 2003 to 2009 for between $140 and $220.
Manufacturer
LG Electronics (Tianjin) Appliance Co., Ltd., of Tianjin, China
Importers
LG Electronics USA Inc. and Sears
Retailer
Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corporation, of Hoffman Estates, Ill.
Manufactured in
China

Friday, July 26, 2013

Industrial Revolution Recalls LED Lanterns Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at REI Stores

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Recall date: July 17, 2013
Recall number: 13-239
 
UCO Arka LED Lantern, USB cable, and wall charger
 
 
Recall Summary
Name of product:
UCO Arka LED lanterns
Hazard:
The lantern’s wall charger plug can fail during normal use, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Contact:
Industrial Revolution toll-free at (888) 297-6062 from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. PT, or online at www.industrialrev.com then click on “news” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units
About 2,300
Description
The recalled UCO Arka LED lantern can be used as a flashlight, a lantern or a USB charger. It has a red cap around the flashlight lens, a collapsible clear plastic lantern top and a black base with red extendable feet. It comes with a rechargeable 3.7V 4Ah Lithium-ion battery, a USB cable and a wall charger. The lantern is 7.7 inches tall and 2.5 inches in diameter. It collapses to 5.25 inches tall when closed. “UCO” and an image of a flame are printed in red on the base. There are two USB ports (USB-A and USB-mini) under recessed caps on the base of the lantern, just above the red ring at the bottom. The wall charger is a one-inch black plastic cube with a white-faced plug. Model number “A1265”is printed above the plug’s prongs and a small green dot appears below on the lower corner.
Incidents/Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the chargers, unplug them and contact REI to receive a free replacement charger plug. REI is contacting customers directly.
Sold exclusively at
REI stores nationwide and online from April to May 2013 for about $70.
Importer
Industrial Revolution Inc., of Tukwila, Wash.
Distributor
REI, of Kent, Wash.
Manufactured in
China

Friday, July 19, 2013

Masterbuilt Manufacturing Recalls Electric Smokers Due to Fire Hazard

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Recall date: July 18, 2013
Recall number: 13-241
 
Masterbuilt– Model # 20070312

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Electric Smokehouse Smokers
Hazard:
The wood chip tray can fail to slide securely into the smoker, causing the wood to combust and the smoker’s cabinet door to blow open, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Contact:
Masterbuilt Manufacturing at (800) 489-1581 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.masterbuilt.com and click on Contact on the top right hand corner of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units
About 11,000
Description
The upright electric smoker is a rectangular, black matte colored cabinet with a stainless steel door with a glass window.  The smokers were sold with a remote control and have a control panel on the top front of the unit. The 20070312 model smoker measures about 32- inches high by 17-inches wide by 15-inches deep. The 20070512 model smoker measures about 40 inches high by 22-inches wide by 16-inches deep. Model number 20070312 or 20070512 is printed on the serial plate located on the rear panel of the smoker. The smokers have a screen printed Masterbuilt logo on the window and on the serial plate.   
Incidents/Injuries
Masterbuilt has received six reports of fires occurring in the smoker causing the door to blow open.  No injuries were reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using and unplug the recalled smokers and contact Masterbuilt Manufacturing for a free repair kit.
Sold at
Bass Pro Shops and Cabelas stores nationwide from May 2012 through August 2012 for between $270 and $430.
Manufacturer
Masterbuilt Manufacturing Inc. of Columbus, Ga. 
Manufactured in
China

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

Toys R Us Recalls Remote-Controlled Helicopters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

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Recall date: July 03, 2013
Recall number: 13-234

Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Remote-controlled 3 channel helicopters
Hazard:
The rechargeable battery inside the helicopters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers or nearby items.
Consumer Contact:
Toys R Us at (800) 869-7787 from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET on Sundays, or online at www.toysrus.com and click on “About Us,” then select “Safety” at the top of the page, and then “Click here” under Product Recalls for more information.
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Recall Details

In conjunction with

http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/34363r-eng.php
Units
About 6,500 in the U.S. and 900 in Canada
Description
This recall involves the Fast Lane FA-005 Radio Control 3-Channel Helicopter with Gyro Stabilizer and Charger, model number 5F5F2F5.  The model number is printed on the front of the product packaging and on the underside of the helicopter.  The double-rotor helicopters are blue and white, approximately 9-inches high and have the Fast Lane logo on the top of the helicopter. They were sold with a remote control unit, a battery charger and a carrying case.
Incidents/Injuries
Toys R Us has received 11 reports worldwide of the rechargeable battery overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the remote-controlled helicopter and return all components to a Toys R Us store for a full refund or store credit.
Sold exclusively at
Toys R Us stores nationwide and online at www.toysrus.com from September 2012 through January 2013 for about $100.
Importer
Toys R Us Inc., of Wayne, N.J.
Manufactured in
China

Friday, July 12, 2013

Angel’s Touch Collections Recalls Butterfly and Shell Lamps Due to Shock and Fire Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: July 03, 2013
Recall number: 13-233

Recalled butterfly clip light

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Decorative lamps
Hazard:
The lamps have exposed wiring at the base. This poses shock and fire hazards to consumers.
Consumer Contact:
Angel’s Touch Collections toll-free (877) 474-2133 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.angeltouchcollections.com and click on “Recall Notice” for more information. Consumers can also send an e-mail to ATCrecall@gmail.com.
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Recall Details

Units
About 8,000
Description
This recall involves “Butterfly Clip Light” (SKU# 416593) and “Shell Clip Light” (SKU #416955) lamps that feature a Tiffany-style stained glass shade resembling a seashell or a multicolored butterfly. The seashell lamps measure 5.5-inches tall and 1.5-inches wide, and weigh around 1.5 pounds. The butterfly lamps measure 10.5-inches tall and 7.5-inches wide, and weigh around 2 pounds. Both lamps use a 7-watt type C bulb and have a plug-in cord with a cord-mounted on/off thumb-switch. The SKU number can be found on the product’s packaging.
Incidents/Injuries
None reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled decorative lights, unplug and return them to any Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® or by mail to Angel’s Touch Collections, 2732 Teaster Lane, Suite 119, Pigeon Forge, TN 37868, for a full refund, including shipping.
Sold exclusively at
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store locations nationwide and online at www.crackerbarrel.com from November 2012 through February 2013 for about $40.
Distributor
Angel’s Touch Collections Co., Ltd., of Rego Park, N.Y.
Manufactured in
China

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Swan Creek Recalls Loose Votive Candles Due to Fire Hazard

Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: June 27, 2013
Recall number: 13-230
Name of product:
Loose Votive Candles
Hazard:
The candles can burn with a high flame, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Consumer Contact:
Swan Creek Candle Co. toll-free at (888) 804-8492 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.swancreeekcandle.com and click on “Candle Recall” at the bottom of the home page or e-mail at scc.votiveissue@gmail.com for more information.
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Recall Details

Units
About 715,000
Description
The recalled votive candles were sold loose, not in any container, and were displayed in open trays or bins. The candles are 2-inches high and are wider at the top measuring 1.75- inch diameter on top and 1.5-inch at the base. The candles were sold in dozens of fragrance varieties and colors. The votive candles were not individually labeled with any prices, model numbers, names, date codes or fragrance descriptions.
Incidents/Injuries
Swan Creek Candle has received about 89 reports of the loose votive candles with high or erratic flames including four reports of minor burns. The firm has not received any reports of fire or property damage.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled votive candles and return them to any Swan Creek Candle company stores for a full refund or a replacement poured votive candle in a votive glass. Consumers who purchased online at www.swancreekcandle.com  can contact Swan Creek Candle Co. to arrange a refund or replacement candle. Consumers who purchased at other candle shops can return to the store where purchased for a full refund.
Sold at
Swan Creek Candle company stores in Florida, Michigan and Ohio, other small candle shops nationwide and on-line at www.swancreekcandle.com from January 2012 through November 2012 for about $2.
Manufacturer
Swan Creek Candle Co., of Swanton, Ohio
Manufactured in
United States

Monday, July 1, 2013

Horizon Hobby Recalls Batteries Due to Fire Hazard

Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: June 25, 2013
Recall number: 13-227

Dynamite 7.4V battery

 

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Dynamite 7.4 V LiPo Batteries
Hazard:
The positive and negative battery leads are incorrectly wired to the battery connector. The use or charging of the battery can cause the battery to overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Contact:
Horizon Hobby; toll-free at (877) 504-0233 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Saturday, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. CT on Sunday, or online at www.horizonhobby.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units
About 117
Description
This recall involves Dynamite 7.4 volt LiPo batteries that are used to power Horizon Hobby’s Losi Micro remote control vehicles. The batteries measure about 2 inches long by 1 inch wide by ½ inch thick. The batteries were sold separately from the vehicles and have red and black wires coming out of the end into a white plastic connector. Dynamite, 180 mAh, 2S, 20C Li-Po and DYN1429 are printed on the side of the black and orange batteries. 
Incidents/Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled battery immediately.  Disconnect it from the product or charger and return the battery to Horizon Hobby for a full refund or a replacement battery.
Sold at
Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.horizonhobby.com from December 2012 through April 2013 for about $20.
Importer
Horizon Hobby Inc., of Champaign, Ill.
Manufacturer
Kiel Technology Ltd., of Hong Kong
Manufactured in
China