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[March 25, 2013]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending March 23: 

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MARCH 19

LED LIGHT BULBS 

Lighting Science Group is recalling LED Light Bulbs sold nationwide. The bulbs can overheat during use, posing a fire hazard. 

The 120-volt LED bulbs, sold as 6- or 8-watt bulbs (equivalent to 40- or 50-watts), were marketed under the brand names Definity, EcoSmart, Sylvania and Westinghouse. The model numbers A19, G25 and R20/PAR20 are found on the packaging and on the light-colored circular neck above the base of the bulb where the date code is also printed.  A complete list can be found at www.recalls.org

Consumers should contact Light Science Group at (855) 574-2533 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.lsgc.com/recall for replacement bulbs. More info at www.recalls.org.

MARCH 20

YUBA BICYCLES 

Yuba Bicycles is recalling Mundo Cargo Bikes sold nationwide from May 2011 to December 2012. Passengers' feet can get caught in the rear wheel, posing a foot injury. 

The recalled bicycles are Mundo V4 cargo bikes. The word "Mundo" is on the top tube of the bicycle frame and "Yuba" is on the down tube. The serial number range for the recalled bikes is ADA11A008000 to ACA12D018000. The serial number is located on the kickstand plate. 

Consumers should contact Yuba Bicycles at (877) 889-9822, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.yubabikes.com to receive free wheel covers/wheelskirts and have them installed at no cost. More info at www.recalls.org.

MARCH 21

GUITAR AMPLIFIERS 

tc electronic is recalling Bass Guitar Amplifiers sold nationwide from August 2012 to January 2013. A nut inside the chassis can come loose and fall between the electrical coils, posing an electrical shock hazard. 

This recall involves tc electronic 250 W bass guitar amplifiers with model BH250 and serial numbers 1204763 through 12404375. The model and "tc electronic" are printed on the front of the amplifier. The serial number is located on a white sticker on the back of the amplifier. 

Consumers should contact tc electronic  at (800) 349-4699 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.tcelectronic.com for instructions on free shipping and repair of the recalled product. More info at www.recalls.org.

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BICYCLE DISC BRAKES 

Magura USA is recalling Bicycle Hydraulic Disc Brakes sold nationwide from January 2011 to March 2013. The brakes can fail in low temperatures, posing a collision hazard. 

Magura MT 6 and MT 8 hydraulic disc brakes are being recalled. MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems with manufacture date codes between March 1, 2011 and May 31, 2012 are being recalled. A date code in format Y/MM/DD between 10301 and 20531 is located on the caliper. Additionally, all MT 6 and MT 8 brake systems without date codes are being recalled. 

Consumers should contact Magura USA at (800) 448-3876 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.maguradirect.com for a free repair. More info at www.recalls.org

BUOYANCY COMPENSATORS 

Aqua Lung is recalling Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II weight pocket handles sold nationwide from September 2008 to September 2012. The rubber handles can detach as divers are trying to remove the weight pockets to rise to the surface in an emergency. This poses a drowning hazard. 

This recall involves all Aqua Lung buoyancy compensators with SureLock II rubber handles attached to weight pockets, including the following models: Axiom, Axiom i3, Balance, Black Diamond, Dimension, Libra, Lotus, Pearl, Pearl i3, Pro LT, Pro QD, Pro QDi3 and Zuma buoyancy compensators. 

Consumers should return the two weight pockets to an authorized Aqua Lung dealer to receive a free inspection and free replacement. 

Consumers can also contact Aqua Lung at (855) 355-7170 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit www.aqualung.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

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