Thursday, February 25, 2016

Crescent Point Energy Recalls To Inspect Propane Gas Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

 
Recall date: February 12, 2016
Recall number: 16-101

Recall Summary

Name of product: Propane (LP) Gas
Hazard:
The recalled propane does not have sufficient levels of odorant to help alert consumers of a gas leak. Failure to detect leaking gas can present fire, explosion and thermal burn hazards.
Consumer Contact: Crescent Point Energy toll free at 866-421-4266 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT, email info@youandpropane.com or online at www.youandpropane.com for more information.
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Units
About 118,000,000 gallons (U.S.) (additional units sold in Canada)
Description
This recall involves under-odorized propane gas (LP) delivered to consumers for use in storage tanks or sold at retail locations for use in portable refillable tanks (for use in recreational vehicles, barbeques, stoves and other appliances). LP was also sold to businesses for commercial and industrial use.
Incidents/Injuries
None reported
Remedy
Consumers should not attempt to test the propane themselves. Instead, they should immediately contact the retailer, supplier or Crescent Point Energy hotline to arrange for an inspection. If inspection confirms that the propane contains insufficient odorant, Crescent Point Energy will either promptly arrange for appropriate odorization or provide a replacement portable tank. Consumers should have carbon monoxide alarms in homes or other buildings that utilize gas. If consumers do smell even a faint odor of gas or a gas leak, they should immediately leave the building and call 911 or their gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Do not light a match, turn on a light or switch on anything electrical.
Sold at
Distributed in Arizona, Idaho, Kentucky, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Washington, Wisconsin and Utah, delivered by various companies and sold by retailers between April 2009 and October 2015.
Manufacturer(s)
Crescent Point Energy Corp., of Canada
Manufactured in
Canada

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Dollar General Recalls Construction Truck Toy Vehicles Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Dollar General

 Dollar General remote control toy excavator
Recall date: February 04, 2016
Recall number: 16-092

Recall Summary

Name of product: Toy trucks
Hazard:
The toy truck’s remote control can short circuit, causing it to overheat and posing fire and burn hazards.
Consumer Contact: Dollar General at 800-678-9258 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at custsv@dollargeneral.com or online at www.dollargeneral.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page under the Help section for more information.

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Recall Details

Units
About 27,000
Description
This recall involves a toy excavator and a shovel loader. The remote controlled plastic toys are orange with black and orange wheels. Both have tracking code 90RWE15 marked on the back of the battery compartment. UPC number 00430000549030 can be found on the bottom of the packaging. Power, Shovel Loader and Super Power are printed on stickers located on the side of the excavator. UPC 00400001622537 can be found on the bottom of the packaging. 6000Kg Peakload, FL-330 Deluxe Crane, and Crane Super Truck are printed on stickers located on the side of the shovel loader.
Incidents/Injuries
Dollar General has received five reports of the toy’s remote control overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy vehicles away from children and contact Dollar General for a full refund.
Sold exclusively at
Dollar General stores nationwide and online at www.dollargeneral.com from July 2015 through December 2015 for about $10.
Importer(s)
Dollar General Corp., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
Distributor(s)
Dollar General Corp., of Goodlettsville, Tenn.
Manufactured in
China

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CE North America Recalls Fan Heaters Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond

 KUL Fan Heater
Recall date: February 04, 2016
Recall number: 16-096

Recall Summary

Name of product: KUL Fan Heaters
Hazard:
The fan heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Contact: CE North America toll-free at 844-645-3208 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at productrecall@cemglobal.com or online at www.cemglobal.com and click on the “Product Recall” link at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Units
About 28,000 in the United States (in addition, about 260 were sold in Canada)
Description
This recall involves KUL small, black portable fan heaters.  The KUL logo is printed on the front bottom of the heaters next to the power dial. The fan heater measures about 9 inches long by 5 inches wide by 10.5 inches tall. The fans weigh about two pounds. An adhesive label is on the bottom of the heater with model number “KU39229” and “Date: 0515” in the lower right-hand corner.
Incidents/Injuries
CE North America has received four reports of the fan heaters overheating and catching on fire. No injuries have been reported. 
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled fan heaters and contact CE North America for instructions on returning the recalled heaters with a prepaid shipping label. The firm will issue a refund check upon receipt of the returned fan heaters. 
Sold exclusively at
Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and online at www.bedbathandbeyond.com  from August 2015 through October 2015 for about $20. 
Importer(s)
CE North America LLC, of Miami, Fla.
Manufactured in
China

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Eastwood Recalls Multi-Function Power Packs Due to Fire Hazard

 Recalled Rockwood power pack
Recall date: February 03, 2016
Recall number: 16-090

Recall Summary

Name of product: Rockwood Multi-function power packs
Hazard:
The power packs’ lithium ion batteries can burst during charging, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Contact: Eastwood Co. at 800-345-1178 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.eastwood.com and click on “Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units
About 500
Description
This recall involves Rockwood portable power packs with lithium ion batteries and cables. They are used to charge a variety of electronic devices and car batteries and have a recessed LED flashlight. The power packs have a black plastic cover with “Rockwood” printed in white on the top. They measure about 6 inches long, 3 inches wide and 1 inch tall.  A yellow and white danger label is on the bottom. Item number 30554 is printed on the packaging.
Incidents/Injuries
There have been two reports of the battery packs’ lithium ion batteries bursting during charging and emitting black smoke, damaging carpet and leaving a black mark on a wall. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power packs and return them to Eastwood for a full refund.
Sold at
Eastwood stores in Chicago, Parma, Ohio and Pottstown, Pa., in Eastwood’s catalog and online at www.eastwood.com and other websites from January 2015 through October 2015 for between $50 and $110. 
Importer(s)
Easthill Group Inc., dba Eastwood Co., of Pottstown, Pa.
Distributor(s)
Easthill Group Inc., dba Eastwood Co., of Pottstown, Pa.
Manufactured in
China

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Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Microsoft Recalls AC Power Cords for Surface Pro Devices Due to Fire, Shock Hazards

 Recalled power cord – no sleeve
 
Recall date: February 02, 2016
Recall number: 16-089

Recall Summary

Name of product: AC Power cords
Hazard:
The power cords can overheat, posing fire or shock hazards.
Consumer Contact: Microsoft toll-free at 855-327-7780 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.microsoft.com and click on Support, then Surface Support, then All Surface Support, then see Power Cords for more information
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In conjunction with

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Units
About 2.25 million (in addition, about 190,000 were sold in Canada)
Description
This recall involves AC power cords sold with Microsoft Surface Pro, Surface Pro 2 and Surface Pro 3 computers before March 15, 2015. Surface Pro and Surface Pro 2 devices have a black case with the product name on the back of the device toward the bottom. Surface Pro 3 computers have a silver case with “Windows 8 Pro” on the back of the device under the kickstand. This recall also involves accessory power supply units that include an AC power cord sold separately before March 15, 2015. The recalled power cords do not have a 1/8-inch sleeve on the cord on the end that connects to the power supply.
Incidents/Injuries
Microsoft has received 56 reports of AC cords overheating and emitting flames and five reports of electrical shock to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should unplug and stop using the recalled power cords and contact Microsoft for a free replacement AC power cord. 
Sold at
Microsoft stores, Best Buy, Costco and other stores nationwide, and online at www.microsoft.com, from February 2013 through March 15, 2015 for between $800 and $2,000 for the Surface Pro computer and between $64 and $80 for the power supply unit sold separately.
Importer(s)
Microsoft Corp., of Redmond, Wash
Distributor(s)
Microsoft Corp., of Redmond, Wash
Manufactured in
China, Taiwan, U.K.

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Varaluz Recalls Longfellow Light Fixtures Due to Fire Hazard

 731P03EB/331P03EB 3-Lt Indoor/Outdoor Pendant
Recall date: January 28, 2016
Recall number: 16-086

Recall Summary

Name of product: Longfellow lighting fixtures for indoor and outdoor use
Hazard:
Improper wiring can allow melting of the insulation and cause the fixtures to short out, posing fire and shock hazards.
Consumer Contact: Varaluz collect at 702-792-6900 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.varaluz.com and click on the recall news article at the bottom of the homepage for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at customerservice@varaluz.com.
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Recall Details

Units
About 80
Description
This recall involves all Longfellow model 3- and 4-light light fixtures for indoor or outdoor use. The black metal fixtures have a clear/frosted glass shade on four sides and can be wall mounted or ceiling mounted. Model number 731KL04EB, 731KM03EB, 731P03EB, 331P03BL, 731P04EB or 331P04BL is printed on the label on the canopy of the ceiling mounted fixtures or the backplate of wall mounted fixtures.
Incidents/Injuries
The firm has received two reports of lights bulbs shorting. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately discontinue use of the fixtures until replacement units are available. Consumers should contact Varaluz for a replacement light fixture or a refund.
Sold at
Lighting showrooms nationwide and online through lighting and home improvement websites from April 2013 to September 2015 for between $320 and $420.
Importer(s)
Varaluz LLC, of Las Vegas, Nev.
Manufactured in
Philippines

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RNG Recalls 100-Watt Bendable Solar Panels Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall date: January 28, 2016
Recall number: 16-725
  • Renogy 100-watt Bendable Solar Panel
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    Renogy 100-watt Bendable Solar Panel
Name of product: 100-watt bendable solar panels
Hazard:
The solar panels can overheat, posing a risk of fire.
Consumer Contact: RNG at 800-330-8678 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. PT Saturday, email customerservice@renogy.com, or online at www.renogy.com and click on Support for more information.
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Units
About 1,500 (in addition, about 20 solar panels were sold in Canada)
Description
This recall involves Renogy brand 100-watt bendable solar panels. The recalled solar panels are black plastic sheets about 41 inches long by about 21 inches wide by about 1/8 inch thick. Model number RNG-100DB is on the top of the panel, either on the front or back.
Incidents/Injuries
The firm has received 11 reports of the solar panels overheating, including three reports of property damage.  No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled solar panels and return them to RNG for free replacements.
Sold at
Online at Amazon.com, eBay.com and Renogy-store.com from May 2015 through October 2015 for about $300.
Importer(s)
RNG Group Inc., of Ontario, Calif.
Manufactured in
Thailand

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Seasonal Specialties Recalls Synchronized Music and Lighting System Due to Fire Hazard; Sold at Menards

 Harmonize control box
Recall date: January 19, 2016
Recall number: 16-078

Recall Summary

Name of product: Synchronized music and lighting system
Hazard:
The product can get overloaded and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Contact: Seasonal Specialties at 800-763-6177 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.SeasonalSpecialties.com and click on “Recall Information” on the bottom of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units
About 2,000
Description
The Philips HarmonizeTM Synchronized Music and Lighting System Model is an electrical control box for decorative lighting (e.g. Christmas lights). When plugged into the control box, the lights flash to the beat of the music being played on the Harmonize control box. The product is sold with one 50-light decorative light string. The green control box is approximately 7.5” x 6.5” x 2.5”, and is green in color with a gray tinted cover over the controls with a red digital readout under the cover. The model number MU1402 can be found on a white label wrapped around the plug cord wire, near the plug.
Incidents/Injuries
The firm received two reports of the control unit overheating, melting or smoking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the product, unplug it and contact Seasonal Specialties for a prepaid label to return the lighting system for a full refund.
Sold at
Menards store in Ill., Ind., Iowa, Kan., Mich., Minn., Mo., Neb., N.D., Ohio, S.D. and Wis. from August 2015 through November 2015 for about $120.
Importer(s)
Seasonal Specialties LLC, of Eden Prairie, Minn.
Manufactured in
China

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Altar’d State Recalls Monogrammed Coffee Mugs Due to Fire Hazard

Bottom of Coffee Mug 
Recall date: January 14, 2016
Recall number: 16-073

Recall Summary

Name of product: Monogrammed Coffee Mugs
Hazard:
The coffee mugs are mislabeled as microwave safe. If microwaved, the metallic paint accents on the coffee mugs can spark, posing a fire hazard.
Consumer Contact: Altar’d State at 800-284-7348 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.altardstate.com and click on “Monogrammed Coffee Mug Recall” for more information.
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Recall Details

Units
About 14,000
Description
This recall involves white ceramic 16-ounce coffee mugs with gold-painted monograms and accent rims. The mugs have a textured design resembling a golf ball, and a “rope” style handle. “Microwave/Dishwasher Safe” is printed in a black panel on the bottom of the coffee mugs.
Incidents/Injuries
The firm has received one report of a coffee mug sparking during microwaving. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled coffee mugs and contact Altar’d State for instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
Sold at
Altar’d State stores nationwide from October 2015 through December 2015 for about $15.
Importer(s)
Creative Co-Op, Inc., of Memphis, Tenn.
Distributor(s)
Altar’d State of Knoxville, Tenn.
Manufactured in
China

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