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Acetaminophen caplets contain metal fragments Perrigo
Company is recalling 383 lots of acetaminophen 500 milligram caplets
as a result of small metal fragments found in a small number of
these caplets. Approximately 11 million bottles manufactured and
distributed under various store brands and containing varying
quantities of acetaminophen 500 milligram caplets are affected by
this recall. For a list of batches affected, see
www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/perrigo/
perrigobatchlist.html. Consumers can determine if they are in
possession of a recalled product by locating the batch number
printed on the container label. A list of stores that carry store
brands potentially affected by this recall is available at
www.fda.gov/oc/po/firmrecalls/perrigo/
perrigocustlist.html.
Consumers who believe they are in possession of the affected
products should discontinue use immediately and call Perrigo at
877-546-0454 for further instructions. More information is available
at www.recalls.org.
Miter saws can crack
WMH Tool Group Inc. is recalling Wilton miter saws sold
nationwide from January 2002 to October 2006. The aluminum cast
pivot joint that connects the base of the saw to the head assembly,
which contains the saw blade, can crack under extreme pressure or
force, causing the blade assembly to unexpectedly break free from
the stationary base. This poses a laceration hazard.
The recall involves all Wilton brand 10-inch compound miter saws,
including models with the laser line feature with model numbers
99164 and 99192. The model number is written on a black label on the
motor housing.
Consumers should return the saws to the store where purchased for
a full refund.
Consumers can also contact WMH at 877-328-7200 between 8 a.m. and
4 p.m. Eastern time any day or visit
www.wmhtoolgroup.com. More
information is available at
www.recalls.org.
DeWalt saws pose laceration hazard
DeWalt Industrial Tool Co. is recalling DeWalt DW378G/DW378GT
framing saws and DC300 circular saws sold nationwide from January
2003 to August 2006. The lower blade guard can fail to close,
leaving the blade exposed and presenting a laceration hazard to
consumers.
This recall involves DeWalt DW378G and DW378GT 7 one-fourth-inch
framing saws with date codes 200301-49 through 200637-49. Circular
saws involved in this recall have model number DC300 with date codes
200601-49 through 200637-49.
Consumers should contact DeWalt at 866-854-5214 between 8 a.m.
and 5 p.m. Eastern time Monday through Friday for a free repair.
Consumers can also visit
http://www.dewalt.com/us/service/safety/. More information is
available at
www.recalls.org.
ATV winch kits pose fire hazard
Warn Industries Inc. is recalling Warn ATV and utility vehicle
winch kits sold nationwide from May 2001 to September 2005. A
component of the winch kit, the eight-post contactor, can continue
to pull current when in the "off" position, which can cause it to
overheat and pose a fire hazard.
This recall involves eight-post contactors used on certain 2,500-
to 3,500-pound Warn ATV and utility vehicle winch kits. The black
contactors were sold as a part of the winch kits and have a Warn
logo on the top and bottom of the contactor. Warn part number 62135
is printed on the bottom. A complete listing of winch kit part
numbers involved in this recall is available at
http://www.warn.com/atv/recall_notice.shtml.
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Consumers should contact Warn Industries at 866-408-3767 between 7
a.m. and 4 p.m. Pacific time Monday through Friday or visit their
local dealer for a free replacement contactor. Consumers can also
visit
http://www.warn.com/atv/recall_notice.shtml. More information is
available at
www.recalls.org. "Cars" toy chests sold at Toys "R" Us
contain lead
Delta Enterprise Corp. is recalling "Cars" toy chests sold
nationwide at Toys "R" Us from March 2006 to August 2006. The red
paint on the partition panels of the toy box contains high levels of
lead.
The wooden toy storage box is decorated with graphics from the
animated movie "Cars." Only toy boxes with the codes PO#FJ505192 or
PO#FJ605042 marked on the side panel are included in this recall.
Consumers should return the toy chests to any Toys "R" Us for a
credit or refund.
Consumers can also contact Delta Enterprise at 877-660-3777
between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern time Monday through Friday or
visit
http://www.deltachildrensproducts.com/. More information is
available at
www.recalls.org.
Lawn sprinklers pose laceration hazard
Enesco Group Inc. is recalling Heartwood Creek turtle sprinklers
sold nationwide from January 2006 to June 2006. When connected to a
garden hose, the sprinkler can break or shatter under normal
household water pressure, presenting a laceration hazard.
This recall involves the Heartwood Creek turtle sprinkler made of
resin with a decorative turtle shell. The sprinkler stands about 5
1/2 inches tall and 10 inches long. The bottom of the sprinkler is
printed with the item number 4005179 and the Heartwood Creek logo.
Consumers should contact Enesco at 888-443-8669 between 7:30 a.m.
and 4:30 p.m. Central time Monday through Friday for a product
exchange or return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
Consumers can also visit
www.enesco.com.
More information is available at
www.recalls.org.
Toys pose choking hazard
Gund Inc. is recalling Baby Gund Woodles activity toys sold
nationwide from June 2005 to April 2006. The wooden rings on the
stuffed toy can break, posing a small-parts choking hazard.
The product is a baby activity toy available in various animal
shapes. There are four different styles: Rumba Lion, with style
number 58553; Gazoo Giraffe, with style number 58554; Wango Horse,
with style number 58555; and Tippy Cow, with style number 58556. The
Woodles name and the style number are located on the sewn-in label.
Consumers should contact Gund at 800-448-4863 between 9 a.m. and
5 p.m. Eastern time Monday through Friday for a free replacement
product.
Consumers can also visit
http://www.gund.com/
important_safety_information.html. More information is available
at www.recalls.org.
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