Vive La Fete Recalls Children’s Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

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

Recall date: May 29, 2013

Recall number: 13-202                

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Children’s two-piece pajama sets
Hazard:

The pajamas fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.

Remedy:

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Refund

Consumer Contact:
Vive La Fete at (800) 535-7396 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at www.vivelafete.com and click on “Product Recall” at the bottom of the page under the “Shopping With Us” section.
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Recall Details

Units

About 710

Description

This recall involves Vive La Fete children’s cotton or cotton/polyester two-piece pajama sets with style numbers HSH158BPL and HSH159BPL. They were sold in children’s sizes 6 months through size 12.  They consist of a long-sleeve shirt with collar and buttons paired with matching full-length pants with elastic waistband.  Pajama set style HSH158BPL is blue with a white snowflake pattern. Pajama set style HSH159BPL is red and white gingham checkered pattern. The style number is printed on a white label located on the garment’s hangtag. There are two tags sewn into the neckline. “VIVE LA FȆTE” is printed on the top tag. The garment size and fiber content with the phrases “CARE ON REVERSE” and “MADE IN EL SALVADOR” are printed on the bottom tag.

Incidents/Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the pajamas and contact Vive La Fete for instructions on how to receive a full refund.

Sold at

Boutiques, children’s specialty stores nationwide and online at www.vivelafete.com from September 2012 to January 2013 for about $40.

Importer

Vive La Fete Inc., of Miami

Manufactured in

El Salvador

Avon Recalls Microwave Popcorn Maker Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; New Instructions Provided

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

Recall date: May 16, 2013

Recall number: 13-193

 

 

 

Name of product:            

Microwave Popcorn Makers
Hazard:

When cooked too long, the popcorn can overheat in this popcorn maker and ignite, posing a fire or burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy:

Consumer Contact:            

Avon Products; (800) 367-2866 from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.avon.com and click on Product Recall at the bottom of the page for new instructions and more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 54,700

Description

This recall involves Avon’s Microwave Popcorn Maker sold in the U.S. with item number 474-105 in Avon’s brochures and website. The recalled plastic popcorn maker consists of a clear tub and a yellow vented lid. The tub is 6 inches high and measures 7.5 inches in diameter and has three feet at the base. “DO NOT REMOVE WITH BARE HANDS. HOLD UNIT WITH GLOVES” is molded into the plastic of the lid and “USE IN MICROWAVE OVEN ONLY” is molded into the underside of the bowl. “Made in Taiwan” is printed on an adhesive label located on the underside of the bowl.

Incidents/Injuries

Avon has received 20 reports of the popcorn makers overheating, including two incidents involving fires that resulted in damage to microwave ovens. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the popcorn maker immediately and contact Avon to receive a copy of the updated instructions on how to safely use the microwave popcorn maker. The new instructions can also be obtained from independent Avon representatives and on Avon’s website under the Product Recall section.

Sold at

Through independent Avon sales representatives and online at www.avon.com from October 2012 through February 2013, for about $13.

Importer

Avon Products, Inc., of New York, N.Y.

Manufacturer

Okay Enterprise Co., Ltd., of Kunshan City, Taiwan

Manufactured in

Taiwan

Meijer Recalls Touch Point Baseboard Convection Heaters Due to a 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: May 10, 2013

Recall number: 13-189    

 

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Touch Point Portable Baseboard Convection Heaters
Hazard:

The heaters can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Remedy:

Consumer Contact:            

Meijer at (800) 927-8699 anytime, or online at www.meijer.com and click on Product Recalls under the Help section.
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Recall Details

Units

About 4,560

Description

This recall involves Touch Point brand portable, electric baseboard convection heaters with model BBC-1500 and date code 0611.  “Touch Point” can be found on the front of the product and the model and date code can be found on a silver sticker on the back side of the product. The heaters were manufactured in June 2011. The heaters are black and measures approximately 30-inches long by 6-inches deep by 12-inches high.

Incidents/Injuries

Meijer has received two reports of overheating incidents, including one report of a fire that resulted in minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and return the product to a Meijer customer service desk for a full refund.

Sold exclusively at

Meijer stores from September 2011 through February 2013 for about $50.

Importer

Meijer Distribution Inc., of Grand Rapids, Mich.

Manufacturer

Foshan Guanmei Electrical Co., LTD., of Foshan, China

Manufactured in

China

Optimus Recalls Portable Electric Heaters 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: May 15, 2013

Recall number: 13-191

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Portable Infrared Radiant Quartz Electric Space Heaters
Hazard:

The heater design can fail to prevent ignition of nearby combustible materials that come in contact with the unit, posing a fire hazard to the consumer.

Remedy:

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Replace

Consumer Contact:
Optimus Enterprise Inc. toll-free at (888) 672-5832 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.optimusent.com and click on “recall” for more information. Consumers can also email the firm at return.optimus@gmail.com.
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Recall Details

Units

About 355,000

Description

This recall involves two models of Optimus Infrared Quartz Radiant heaters with model numbers H-5210, produced in 2011 and H-5211, produced in 2012. The model number and the year of production appear on a label on the back of the heater. The recalled heaters are white and are approximately 12-inches wide by 13-inches tall by 6-inches deep. “Optimus” is printed on the top left of the heater. The control knob is located on the top right side of the heater.

Incidents/Injuries

None reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heaters and contact Optimus to request a free replacement heater. Consumers have the option of a comparable ceramic heater or new model quartz radiant heater, model H-5510, which will be available after August 2013.

Sold at

Best Buy Market Place, Family Dollar, Heartland, Northern Tool,  Rite Aid and other stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, ebay.com and Walmart.com from October 2011 through December 2012 for between $25 and $30.

Importer

Optimus Enterprise Inc., of Anaheim, Calif.

Manufacturer

Dongguang Hong-Hwa Electric Co. Ltd.

Manufactured in

China

BRP Recalls Can-Am Side-By-Side Vehicles 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: January 29, 2013

Recall number: 13-103

Recall Summary

Name of product:
Can-Am® Commander Side-by-Side Off Road Vehicles

Hazard:

Debris such as leaves, hay and grass in wet terrain areas can collect in the vehicle’s exhaust pipe area in a short period of time. A hot exhaust pipe and accumulated debris that has dried, poses a risk of fire.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact:
BRP; toll-free at (888) 638-5397, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.can-am.brp.com and click on “recall information” under the owner center for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 25,000

Description

This recall involves 2011, 2012 and early 2013 model gas-powered Can-Am Commander side-by-side vehicles. The model name is printed on the vehicle’s side panel. Models included in the recall are:

Model Year 2011	Model Year 2012	Model Year 2013 (without Front Grill Kit)
Can-Am Commander 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000	Can-Am Commander 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander Limited 1000	Can-Am Commander 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander XT 800R and 1000 Can-Am Commander X 1000 Can-Am Commander Limited 1000 Can-Am Commander DPS 800R and 1000

Incidents/Injuries

The firm has received 18 reports of fires related to accumulated debris in the exhaust pipe area, including one report of minor burns to the hand.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles, check their exhaust for accumulated debris as described in the Cleaning Procedure of Exhaust Area guide and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free update kit repair. The guide is available to consumers at their local BRP dealer or online at www.can-am.brp.com. BRP has notified registered consumers directly about this recall and the vehicle’s cleaning guide.

Sold at

Can-Am dealers nationwide from April 2010 through November 2012 for between $11,700 and $21,000.

Manufacturer

BRP Mexico S.A. de C.V., of Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico

Manufactured in

Mexico

LEM Products Distribution Recalls 5-Tray Food Dehydrators 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: May 02, 2013

Recall number: 13-182

                                  

                                    

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recall Summary

Name of product:
5-Tray Dehydrator with Digital Timer
Hazard:

The fan can fail causing the unit to overheat and pose a fire hazard.

Remedy:

View Details

Repair

Consumer Contact:
LEM Products Distribution toll free at (877) 536-7763 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.lemproducts.com and click Warranty and Recall at the bottom of the page for more information. 
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Recall Details

In conjunction with

Units

About 14,600 in the U.S, and 100 in Canada. This product was previously recalled in February 2011.

Description

This recall involves 5-tray food dehydrators.  The dehydrators are gray and are made of plastic and metal. The model number 1009 is on a label located on the back panel with the company’s contact details.  The “LEM” logo is embossed on the top of the unit, which has a panel with the digital timer, the on/off switch and a temperature control knob. The UPC code is printed on the bottom of the packaging and reads 734494010091.

Incidents/Injuries

LEM Products Distribution has received two reports of fan failure both  resulting in fire in the units.  In one incident the consumer was close by and prevented a fire by carrying the unit outside. There were no injuries reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the dehydrator and contact LEM Products Distribution for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product. LEM is offering a one year warranty extension and a $10 discount coupon, which can be used towards a LEM catalog or online purchase, to all consumers who return their recalled units for repair.

Sold at

Bass Pro Shops, Gander Mountain, Sportsman’s Warehouse and other mass merchandisers and retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com and www.lemproducts.com from August 2010 through February 2013 for about $160.

Importer

LEM Products Distribution, LLC of West Chester, Ohio

Manufactured in

China