Kubota Recalls Utility Vehicle Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall date: December 08, 2015

Recall number: 16-710

Recall Summary

Name of product: Utility Vehicles
Hazard:

Combustible debris can make contact with the exhaust manifold and ignite, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact: Kubota Tractor Corp. toll-free at 800-752-0290 between 8a.m. and 5 p.m. PT   Monday through Friday, or online at www.kubota.com and click on More, then Safety, then Safety Notices for more information. Kubota is contacting consumers directly.
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Recall Details

Units

About 11,500

Description

This recall involves model year 2013, 2014 and 2015 Kubota RTV-X1100C series diesel-powered utility vehicles. Recalled utility vehicles come in the colors orange and camouflage and have serial numbers ranging from 10001 to 23172. The model number is on the side of the unit and on the data plate on the back of the cab, between the cab and the bed. The serial number is also on the data plate.

Incidents/Injuries

Kubota has received seven reports of debris-related fires. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled utility vehicles, park them away from combustible materials and contact an authorized Kubota dealer for a free inspection and free repair and should follow their directions. Kubota is contacting consumers directly.

Sold at

Authorized Kubota dealers nationwide from October 2013 to October 2015 for between $21,000 and $22,000.

Distributor(s)

Kubota Tractor Corp., of Torrance, Calif.

Manufactured in

United States

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Basler Electric Recalls Transformers Due to Fire, Shock Hazards (Recall Alert)

 

 

Recall date: December 09, 2015

Recall number: 16-711

Recall Summary

Name of product: Electrical transformers
Hazard:

The circuit breaker in the transformer can fail to trip, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.

Remedy:

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Consumer Contact: Manufacturers and distributors can contact Basler collect at 618-654-2341 ext. 230 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday. Manufacturers and distributors have been advised by Basler Electric that they should immediately contact consumers who have the recalled transformers.
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Recall Details

Units

About 11,900

Description

This recall involves Basler Class 2 electric transformers with date codes between 1435 and 1446 which use a Tyco circuit breaker. The date code is located on the top line of the transformer's data plate.

Incidents/Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Manufacturers and distributors should immediately stop distributing the recalled transformers and contact Basler to receive free replacement transformers. Due to the risk of shock, consumers should not attempt to open or replace the recalled transformers on their own but should contact the manufacturer of their product for further instructions. Basler has notified manufacturers and distributors about the recall directly.

Sold at

Basler Electric to manufacturers and distributors of end products that contain these transformers from September 2014 to Novermber 2014 for various prices.

Manufacturer(s)

Basler Electric Company, of Highland, Ill.

Manufactured in

Mexico

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Polaris Recalls RZR XP Turbo Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

 

Recall date: December 10, 2015

Recall number: 16-713

Recall Summary

Name of product: Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROV)
Hazard:

The vehicles' oil drain line can leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact: Polaris toll-free at 888-704-5290 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com and click on Product Safety Recalls for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 2,230 vehicles

Description

This recall involves model year 2016 Polaris RZR XP Turbo recreational off-highway vehicles with Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) 3NSVDE925GF454105 through 3NSVDE923GF459495.
RZR XP Turbos were sold in graphite, orange and blue color schemes. A “Turbo” decal is located on the right and left front fenders and a “RZR” decal on the right and left rear fenders.
The VIN is on the driver’s side rear frame rail, above the PVT cover. VINs are not sequential and not all VINs in the range are included in this recall.
A complete list of recalled vehicles including VINs is available at www.polaris.com

Incidents/Injuries

Polaris has received two reports of RZR XP Turbos with oil leaks and two reports of the vehicles catching on fire. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner. 

Sold at

Polaris dealers nationwide from September 2015 through November 2015 for about $25,000.

Distributor(s)

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Manufactured in

Mexico

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The Craftsman Brand Recalls Blower/Vacs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

 

Recall date: December 09, 2015

Recall number: 16-056

Recall Summary

Name of product: Blower/Vac
Hazard:

The blower/vac’s motor can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy:

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Refund

Consumer Contact: The Craftsman brand hotline toll-free at 888-266-7096 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Saturday, or online at www.craftsman.com and click on Product Recalls for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 74,000

Description

This recall involves two models of Craftsman 12 amp electric blower/vacs. The blower/vacs have a red motor housing and a black blower tube and restrictor nozzle, and measure 12 inches high by 34 inches long. Blower/vacs with model number 138.74898 or 138.74899 are being recalled. Model 138.74898 has a variable speed switch and a serial number between SES0100001 and SES1951280.  Model 138.74899 has a two-speed switch and a serial number between SER3561101 and SES2141280. The model number, serial number, “Craftsman” and “AC BLOWER / VAC” are printed on the side of the motor housing.

Incidents/Injuries

Seven reports of the blower/vacs catching fire have been received. One injury has been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blower/vacs and contact the Craftsman brand hotline for a full refund.

Sold at

ACE Hardware, Orchard Supply Hardware, and Sears stores nationwide and online from January 2013 through October 2015 for between $50 and $100.

Importer(s)

Ace Hardware Corporation, of Oak Brook, Ill; Orchard Supply Hardware, of San Jose, Calif.; and Sears, Roebuck & Co., of Hoffman Estates, Ill.

Manufactured in

China

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Limoss Recalls Battery Power Packs for Power Recliners and Lift Chairs Due to Fire Hazard

 

Recall date: December 08, 2015

Recall number: 16-053

Recall Summary

Name of product: Limoss lithium ion battery power packs
Hazard:

The battery power packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

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Consumer Contact: Limoss toll-free at 1-866-643-0394 from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. CT Monday through Thursday and 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. CT on Friday or online at www.limoss-us.com and click on “Support” and then “Notice and Recalls” for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 2,500

Description

This recall involves Limoss AKKU-PACK rechargeable lithium ion battery power packs sold as accessories for Palliser, Flexsteel and Best Home Furnishing power recliners and lift chairs. They are used to power the chair when an electrical outlet is not available.  “Limoss Li-ion Battery Pack,” model number ZB-B1800, code MC 160 and dates codes of 11-0102011 through 6-14-2012 are printed on a white sticker on the side of the unit. Recalled battery power packs are black and measure 6 inches long by 3 inches wide.

Incidents/Injuries

Limoss has received two reports of the battery pack overheating, including one incident that resulted in undetermined fire damage. No injuries were reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery power packs and contact Limoss for a free replacement.

Sold at

Best Home Furnishing, Flexsteel and Palliser dealers nationwide and online at amazon.com and other websites from November 2011 through August 2012 for about $100.

Importer(s)

Limoss US LLC, of Baldwyn, Miss.

Distributor(s)

Limoss US LLC, of Baldwyn, Miss.

Manufactured in

China

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BRP Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Fire Hazard

Recall date: November 24, 2015

Recall number: 16-709

Recall Summary

Name of product: Ski-Doo Snowmobiles
Hazard:

Internal damage to the fuel hose can cause a leak, posing a fire hazard.

 

Remedy:

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Repair

 

Consumer Contact: BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Sunday, or online at www.ski-doo.com and click on “Owner Center,” and then “Recall Information” for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 2,800

Description

This recall involves 68 models of 2016 Ski-Doo snowmobiles equipped with a 600 HO E-TEC engine or an 800R E-TEC engine. The VIN is scribed on the vehicle description decal, which is located on the right hand side of the tunnel. The vehicles came in various colors.

Incidents/Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact BRP to schedule a free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.

Sold at

Ski-Doo dealers nationwide from September 2015 to November 2015 from about $12,000 to $17,000.

Importer(s)

BRP U.S. Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.

Manufactured in

Canada

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WAUKESHA, Wis. —A hot holiday gift turned downright dangerous for a Waukesha man.

The tablets he ordered online caught fire in the box in which they were shipped.

Family members said the Waukesha Fire Department told them in another 10 minutes their home would have been on fire.

The smoke and odor from the burning box made them sick.
“And I kicked the box and a bunch of ash came out,” Karlie Everett said.
Everett said her family smelled an odor like burning plastic. When We Energies couldn't find the source, they called the fire department.

“So when we opened the box up, a bunch of smoke came out, and the four tablets had somehow started on fire by themselves,” Everett said.

She was talking about four RCA tablets her dad ordered online from Walmart as Christmas gifts to employees. Firefighters rushed the box outside.

The tablets arrived in a box on Friday, but the Everetts didn't open it until about 9:30 a.m. Monday. Within a couple of hours, they started to smell a strong odor.

“I had been vomiting the entire time because we were exposed for several hours,” Everett said.
“Obviously, there was heat being generated from somewhere within the packages,” Waukesha Fire Department Battalion Chief Mark Sweet said.

Sweet said it will take further investigation to determine how the fire started.
“Got down to the boxes and saw there was charring to the boxes. And then at that point, the towels actually burst into flames,” Sweet said.

“The firefighters said it was about 10 minutes away from being a full kitchen fire,” Everett said.
Everett said the public needs to know about the potential for danger.

“I don't know if the plastic was burning because of the battery,” Everett said.

The tablets use lithium ion batteries.

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Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard

 

Recall date: November 24, 2015

Recall number: 16-044

Recall Summary

Name of product: 2015 Toro TimeCutter Riding Mowers
Hazard:

The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact: Toro toll-free at 844-521-2384 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.toro.com and click on “Safety” at the bottom of the page, then “Product Recall Information” for more information.
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Recall Details

In conjunction with

Units

About 8,600 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)

Description

The 2015 TimeCutter riding mowers are red and black, with a gray seat. “TORO” is printed on the front and sides of the mower. A black and white “TIMECUTTER” decal is located in front of the operator seat. The model number and serial number are located on a decal affixed to the frame, under the seat. The following models are subject to this recall.

Model Number	Serial Number Range
74710	315000876 - 315002048
74720	315000101 - 315003342
74731	315000152 - 315000437
74750	315000101 - 315001155
74780	315000101 - 315001700
74781	315000101 - 315000150
74784	315000340 - 315001172
74787	315000403 - 315000437
74790	315000178 - 315000320 315001400 - 315001493
74797	315000624 - 315000698

Incidents/Injuries

The firm has reported five incidents of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact the nearest Toro dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered machines will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact a Toro Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.

Sold at

Home Depot and other hardware, lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2015 for about $3,400.

Importer(s)

The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.

Manufactured in

United States

Exmark Recalls Quest Riding Mowers Due to a Fire Hazard

 

Recall date: November 24, 2015

Recall number: 16-043

Recall Summary

Name of product: 2015 Exmark Quest Riding Mowers
Hazard:

The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact: Exmark toll-free at 800-667-5296 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.exmark.com and click on “Service & Support” at the top of the page, then on “Safety”, then on “Recalls” for more information.
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Recall Details

In conjunction with

Units

About 500 (in addition, about six were sold in Canada)

Description

The 2015 Quest riding mowers are red black, and gray. “Exmark” is printed on the sides and in front of the operator seat. “Quest” is printed on the front of the riding mowers. The model number and serial number are located on a decal affixed to the frame, under the seat. The recalled mode number is QTS452CEM34200. Quest mower has serial numbers ranging from 315606482 to 315628458.

Incidents/Injuries

The firm reported one incident of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered mowers will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact an Exmark Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.

Sold at

Hardware, lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2015 for about $3,700.

Importer(s)

Exmark Manufacturing Co. Inc., of Beatrice, Neb.

Manufactured in

United States

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GE Recalls Air Conditioning and Heating Units Due to Risk of Fire

Recall date: November 03, 2015

Recall number: 16-025

 

Recall Summary

Name of product: GE Zoneline® Air Conditioners and Heating Units
Hazard:

Moisture from outdoor air can accumulate near the unit’s heater when the unit is operated with the vent door continuously open. This, along with two shorted electrical components, can create an electrical ground path and arcing, posing a risk of fire.

Remedy:

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Consumer Contact: GE toll free at 866-723-2697 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at www.geappliances.com/products/recall or www.geappliances.com and click the Recall Information tab for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 33,500

Description

This recall involves GE Zoneline Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTAC) and heating units with listed serial numbers. These units are most often used in hotels, apartment buildings and commercial spaces. The GE logo is affixed to the control panel door. Units with the following models and serial numbers are included in this recall:

Brand	Model Prefix	Serial Number (Begins with)
GE	AZ40E09E AZ41E07E AZ41E09E AZ41E12E AZ41E15E AZ61H07E AZ61H09E AZ61H12E AZ61H15E	AT, AV, AZ, DT, DV, DZ, FT, FV, FZ, GS, GT, GV, GZ, HT, HV, HZ, LT, LV, LZ, MT, MV, MZ, RT, RV, RZ, ST, SV, SZ, TT, TV, TZ,  VS, VT, VV, VZ, ZS,  ZT,  ZV, ZZ

The model and serial numbers are printed on the rating plate that can be seen after removing the front panel. 

Incidents/Injuries

GE has received three reports involving smoke and/or fire associated with the unit’s heater resulting in about $30,000 of property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should contact GE to schedule a free repair. Do not operate the PTAC unit with the external vent open while awaiting a free repair. Property maintenance personnel should remove the unit’s front panel and locate the vent door control lever at the left side of the Zoneline unit to ensure the lever is in the closed position.

Sold at

GE authorized representatives and HVAC distributors nationwide from January 2010 through December 2013 for between $1,000 and $1,200.

Importer(s)

GE Appliances, of Louisville, KY 

Manufactured in

China

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Horizon Hobby Recalls E-flite Chargers Due to Fire Hazard

Recall date: October 15, 2015

Recall number: 16-008

• Recalled E-flite Ultra Micro-4, 4x9W, AC/DC Battery Charger
  

Recall Summary

Name of product: E-flite Ultra Micro-4 AC/DC Battery Chargers
Hazard:

The chargers can overcharge the batteries and overheat, which could result in a fire, property damage and injury.

Remedy:

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Replace

Consumer Contact: Horizon Hobby toll-free at 877-504-0233 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday or online at www.horizonhobby.com and click on Product Recalls listed under the Support tab at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 1,300

Description

This recall involves the EFLC1105 E-flite Ultra Micro-4, 4x9W, AC/DC Battery Charger from E-flite. The charger has four independently functioning charge circuits with a LED status display. Each port can charge one 30–150mAh, 1S UM cell, a 1S MCPX cell, or one 120–300mAh 2S pack equipped with a JST-PH, 3-wire connector. The charger measures 5 inches tall by 7 inches wide by 1.5 inches deep.  The charger is blue with a gray, black and blue faceplate with white and black type. “Eflite Celectra UMX-$ Battery Charger” is printed across the center of the charger.

Incidents/Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled chargers immediately and contact Horizon Hobby for a replacement charger.

Sold exclusively at

Horizon Hobby stores nationwide and online at www.HorizonHobby.com from March 2015 through June 2015 for about $70.

Importer(s)

Horizon Hobby LLC, of Champaign, Ill.

Manufactured in

China

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BRP Recalls Youth All-Terrain Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

 

Recall date: October 07, 2015

Recall number: 16-701

Recall Summary

Name of product: Youth Model Can-Am all-terrain vehicles
Hazard:

The fuel filter can break and leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

View Details

Repair

Consumer Contact: BRP toll-free at 888-272-9222 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.can-am.brp.com, click on “Off Road,” then “Owners,” “Safety” and then “Safety Recalls.”
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Recall Details

Units

About 240

Description

This recall is for the model years 2015 and 2016 Youth Model Can-Am ^TMDS 90^TM and DS 90^TMX^® ATVs. The recalled vehicles have an engine size of 90 cubic centimeters. The vehicles came in black and yellow. “Can-Am DS” and the engine size are painted in white on both sides of the vehicle’s fairing. “Can-Am” appears in white letters on both sides of the seat.

Incidents/Injuries

BRP has received eight reports of the fuel filter breaking and leaking at dealerships. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free repair. BRP is notifying registered consumers directly about this recall.

Sold at

Can-Am dealers nationwide from May 2015 through September 2015 for between $2,800 and $3,800.

Importer(s)

BRP US Inc., of Sturtevant, Wis.

Manufactured in

Vietnam

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Polaris Recalls RZR Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

 

Recall date: October 06, 2015

Recall number: 16-702

Recall Summary

Name of product: Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROV)
Hazard:

The vehicles' fuel tank vent line can be misrouted, causing it to become pinched. This can cause the fuel tank to pressurize and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact: Polaris toll-free at 888-704-5290 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.polaris.com and click on Product Safety Recalls for more information.  
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Recall Details

Units

About 53,000 vehicles

Description

This recall involves the following model year 2015 Polaris RZR recreational off-highway vehicles (ROV): RZR 900, RZR S 900, RZR 900 XC, RZR 4 900, RZR XP 1000 and RZR XP4 1000 recreational off-highway vehicles.

RZR 900s were sold in black, camouflage, red and white color schemes. RZR 900s have a “900” decal on the right and left front fenders and a “RZR” decal on the right and left rear fenders.

RZR 1000s were sold in black, blue, green, orange, red and white color schemes. RZR 1000s have a “1000 HO” decal on the right and left front fenders and a “RZR” decal on the right and left rear fenders.

RZR 900 and 1000 vehicles with the following model names and Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) are being recalled:

Model Year 2015 RZR 900
Model Name	VIN Range(s)
RZR 900	4XAVBE874FB201435 through 4XAVAA878FB961699 and 3NSVBE870FF361395 through 3NSVBE875FF444241 VINs are not sequential and not all VINs in the ranges are included in the recall.
RZR S 900
RZR 4 900
RZR 900 XC

Model Year 2015 RZR 1000
Model Name	VIN Range
RZR XP 1000	4XAVFE993FB207778 through 4XAVFE991FB962847 VINs are not sequential and not all VINs in the range are included in the recall.
RZR XP 1000 Mudder
RZR XP4 1000

The VIN is on the driver's side rear frame tube, behind the PVT cover. Not all VINs in the ranges are included in this recall.

A complete list of recalled vehicles including VINs is available at www.polaris.com.

Incidents/Injuries

Polaris has received four reports of RZR 900s with fuel leaks and two reports of the vehicles catching on fire, one of which included a minor burn injury to a consumer. The company received 25 reports of RZR 1000s with fuel leaks. No injuries reported for RZR 1000s.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact their local Polaris dealer to schedule a free repair. Polaris is contacting its customers directly and sending a recall letter to each registered owner.

Sold at

Polaris dealers nationwide from July 2014 through August 2015. Polaris RZR 900s sold for about $12,800 to $18,300. Polaris RZR 1000s sold for about $20,300 to $23,500. 

Distributor(s)

Polaris Industries Inc., of Medina, Minn.

Manufactured in

United States and Mexico

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Sportsmans Guide Recalls Guide Gear Ground Pop-up Hunting Blinds Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

Recall date: October 06, 2015

Recall number: 16-700

Recall Summary

Name of product: Pop-up Hunting Blinds
Hazard:

Blinds are not made of flame-resistant materials, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

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Consumer Contact: Sportsmans Guide at 800-888-5222 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.sportsmansguide.com and click on Safety Recalls for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 17,000

Description

The recalled blinds have a spring-loaded steel frame and a camouflage-colored heavy-duty 150-denier nylon shell with a full-side zipper door, three large full-zip windows and four porthole-style windows with shoot-through mesh. The Guide Gear Ground Pop-up Blinds measure 60” x 60” x 66” fully assembled. They fold down to 24” x 2” and fits into a black backpack carry bag. The blinds weigh 14 lbs. The Magnum Spring-loaded Steel Hunting Ground Blinds measure 84” x 72” x 78” fully assembled. They fold down to 24” x 4” and fit into a black backpack carry bag. The blinds weigh 20 lbs.

Incidents/Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the blinds and contact Sportsman Guide for a free replacement. Sportsman Guide is contacting consumers directly.

Sold exclusively at

The Sportsmans Guide outlet stores and online at www.sportsmansguide.com from January 2013 through July 2015 for between $50 and $100.

Importer(s)

The Sportsmans Guide, of South St. Paul. Minn.

Manufactured in

China

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Shivvers Recalls Country Clipper Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)

 

Recall date: September 30, 2015

Recall number: 15-755

Recall Summary

Name of product: Riding lawn mowers
Hazard:

The gas cap threads do not align with threads of the fuel tanks opening, which can allow fuel to leak, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

View Details

Repair

Consumer Contact: Country Clipper at 800-344-8237 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.countryclipper.com and click on “Recall” on the left side of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 450

Description

This recall involves Edge, Edge XLT and Wrangler lawn mowers. The red riding lawn mowers have a gray seat with a foam cushion, black arm rests and either black or gray joystick or twin lever steering.  “Country Clipper” and the model name appear in black letters on the front under the seat and on the sides of the lawn mower. Recalled Country Clipper model numbers are as follows. The model number is located on a silver metal plate on the mower’s side rail.

Edge	Edge XLT	Wrangler
2348KOJ-410	2448KAJ-455	1841KAJ-140
2452KAJ-410	2452KAJ-455	2348KOJ-140
2652KOJ-410	1452KAT-455	2352KOJ-140
21548KAJ-410	2460KAJ-455	21548KAJ-140
	2460KAT-455	21552KAJ-140
	2648KOJ-455
	2652KOJ-455
	2660KOZJ-455

Incidents/Injuries

None reported

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the lawn mowers and contact a Country Clipper Dealer to schedule a free repair. Shivvers is contacting owners of the recalled lawn mowers directly.

Sold at

Country Clipper lawn mower dealerships nationwide from June 2015 to September 2015 for between $4,000 and $6,600.

Manufacturer(s)

Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa

Manufactured in

United States

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Fujitsu America Recalls Battery Packs for Fujitsu Notebook Computers Due to Fire Hazard

 

Recall date: September 24, 2015

Recall number: 15-249

Recall Summary

Name of product: Fujitsu notebook computer battery packs
Hazard:

The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

View Details

Replace

Consumer Contact: Fujitsu at 800-838-5487 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.fujitsu.com/us and click on “Important Announcement: Voluntary Battery Recall and Replacement” for more information.
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Recall Details

In conjunction with

Units

About 300 (in addition, about 5 were sold in Canada)

Description

This recall involves Fujitsu lithium ion battery packs sold or provided as replacement battery packs for the following Fujitsu notebook computers: Celsius H720 and LIFEBOOK E752, P701, P702, P770, P771, P772, S752, S762 and T580. The battery packs were also sold separately. The black battery packs measure about 8 inches long, 2 inches wide and about 0.8 inches high. Model number CP556150-1 including all serial numbers, and model number CP556150-2 with serial number range Z120102 through Z120512 are included in this recall. The model and serial numbers are printed on the white battery label. The notebook computer’s model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the notebook.

Incidents/Injuries

Fujitsu has received three reports of the battery packs catching fire, including two in Japan and one in China and causing fire damage to rugs, bedding, a desk and other furniture. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately turn off their Fujitsu notebook computer, remove the battery pack and contact Fujitsu for a free replacement battery pack. Consumers can continue to use their Fujitsu notebook computer without the battery pack by plugging in the AC adapter and power cord.

Sold at

Online at www.shopfujitsu.com and other Web retailers from August 2012 through July 2015 for about $150.

Importer(s)

Fujitsu America Inc., of Sunnyvale, Calif.

Manufactured in

Japan

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BSH Home Appliances Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

 

Recall date: October 01, 2015

Recall number: 16-003

Recall Summary

Name of product: Bosch, Gaggenau, Kenmore Elite and Thermador Dishwashers
Hazard:

The power cord can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact: BSH Home Appliances Repair Hotline toll-free at 888-965-5813 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST Monday through Sunday or the brand Web site for more information.
Bosch  www.bosch-home.com/us and click on Support, then Safety Notices
Gaggenau  www.gaggenau.com/us and click on Support, then Safety Notices
Kenmore www.sears.com and click on Product Recalls at the bottom of the page
Thermador www.thermador.com and click on Support, then Safety Notices
Media Contact: BSH Home Appliances Corporation at 310-552-4114
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Recall Details

In conjunction with

Units

About 149,000 (in addition, about 45,000 were sold in Canada)

Description

This recall involves power cords supplied with certain Bosch, Gaggenau, Kenmore Elite and Thermador brand dishwashers that were manufactured from January 2008 through December 2013. Model and serial numbers are located on the top side of the dishwashers’ inner door panels. The following brands, models and serial numbers are being recalled:

Brand	Model # beginning with	Serial # range
Bosch	SGE63E, SGV63E, SHE68E, SHE7ER, SHE8ER,  SHE9ER, SHE9PT,  SHV58E, SHV68E, SHV7ER, SHV9ER, SHV9PT, SHX58E,  SHX5ER, SHX68E, SHX7ER, SHX8ER, SHX9ER, SHX9PT,  SPE5ES,  SPV5ES, SPX5ES	FD 8801 - FD 9312
Gaggenau	DF2417,  DF2607, DF2617	FD 8904 – FD 9312
Thermador	DWHD64,  DWHD65	FD 8908  -  FD 9312
	Model # beginning with	Serial # beginning with
Kenmore Elite	630.13003,  630.13023, 630.13993, 630.14003	010 or 013

Incidents/Injuries

BSH Home Appliances has received 10 reports of the electrical cord overheating, including five reports of fire resulting in property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the dishwasher and contact BSH Home Appliances for a free inspection and repair.

Sold at

Appliance and specialty retailers, department stores, authorized builder distributors, home improvement stores nationwide and online between January 2009 and May 2014 for between $850 and $2600.

Importer(s)

BSH Home Appliances Corp., of Irvine, Calif.

Manufactured in

Germany

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CleggPromo Recalls CPB-100 Power Banks Due to Fire Hazard

 

Recall date: September 23, 2015

Recall number: 15-248

Recall Summary

Name of product: Power bank
Hazard:

The power bank can overheat, explode and catch fire.

Remedy:

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Replace

Consumer Contact: CleggPromo at 800-842-2909 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recall@cleggpromo.com or online at www.cleggpromo.com and click on "1k Power Bank Recall Info" at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 1,500

Description

This recall involves CleggPromo CPB-100 power banks, catalog item number 625401, which are used to provide emergency charging for portable electronic equipment. The recalled power banks are rectangular in shape with rounded corners and are about 3 1/2 inches long by 1 3/4 inches wide by 3/4 inches deep.  The power banks are cream colored and have a silver panel on the top side with a white power button, four circles and the word "POWERBANK." The left end of the power bank has a standard USB port with the word "Out" above it and a power indicator LED light. The front side has a micro USB port with the word "In" below it. Input, output and capacity information are also on the front side.

Incidents/Injuries

There is one reported incident of the power bank overheating, exploding and catching fire, resulting in fire damage. No injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled power bank and contact CleggPromo to receive a free set of executive pens as a replacement product. CleggPromo will send consumers a prepaid shipping box and instructions on how to return the power bank free of charge.

Sold at

The recalled power banks were not sold at retail but were promotional items given as handouts at corporate events, meetings, trade shows and conventions from January 2014 to April 2015.

Manufacturer(s)

Sinotec Technology, of Hong Kong, China.

Manufactured in

China

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Touchless Kitchen Faucets Recalled by Lota Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot

 

Recall date: September 10, 2015

Recall number: 15-240

Recall Summary

Name of product: Glacier Bay and Schӧn kitchen faucets
Hazard:

The battery box used to power the faucet’s sensor can short circuit, overheat and/or melt, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy:

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Repair

Consumer Contact: Lota USA/Parts Helper toll-free at 877-580-5682 Monday through Friday between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. ET, on Saturdays between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. ET, or online at www.lotausa.com and click on “Recall” or at www.homedepot.com and click on “Product Recalls” at the bottom of the page for more information.
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Recall Details

Units

About 4,500

Description

This recall involves Glacier Bay and Schӧn brand touchless kitchen faucets that allow the user to waive a hand in front of a sensor to start and stop the flow of water, a pull-down sprayer head with a white LED light and a single handle to manually turn the water on and off.  The touchless feature is powered by four 1.5V batteries installed into a battery box connected to the faucet. The Glacier Bay faucets include a matching soap dispenser.  Glacier Bay is printed on the base of the Glacier Bay faucets. Schӧn is printed on the base of the Schӧn faucets. The Glacier Bay faucets were sold in chrome, Mediterranean bronze and stainless steel. The Schӧn faucets were sold in chrome and stainless steel. The model number and the manufacturing date are printed on the faucet’s black piping that connects the faucet to the kitchen’s water pipe under the sink. Manufacturing dates are the YY-MM-DD format, e.g. 14-10-29 was manufactured on October 29, 2014. The faucets have the following model numbers and manufacturing dates:

Model Number	Manufacturing Date	Brand	Description
67536-1001	14-10-29 through  15-04-14	Glacier Bay	Touchless single-handle pull-down sprayer kitchen faucet with LED light (chrome)
67536-1027H2	14-10-29 through  15-04-14	Glacier Bay	Touchless single-handle pull-down sprayer kitchen faucet with LED light (Mediterranean bronze)
67536-1008D2	14-10-29 through  15-04-14	Glacier Bay	Touchless single-handle pull-down sprayer kitchen faucet with LED light (stainless steel)
67558-0101	14-10-29 through  15-04-14	Schön	Schön modern kitchen modern sensor pulldown (chrome)
67558-0108D2	14-10-29 through  15-04-14	Schön	Schön modern kitchen sensor pulldown (stainless steel)

Incidents/Injuries

The firm has received six reports of the faucet’s battery box overheating, melting and/or smoking, including one report of a fire in the box and one report of a burn to a consumer’s thumb.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately unplug and remove batteries from the faucet’s battery box and contact Lota USA for a replacement battery box for the faucet.

Sold exclusively at

The Home Depot stores nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com from March 2015 through May 2015 for about $225.

Importer(s)

Lota USA, of Los Angeles, Calif.

Manufactured in

China

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