Recall information

[November 02, 2009]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending Oct. 31: 

IKEA BLINDS 

IKEA Home Furnishings is recalling ISDANS, TUPPLUR, and ENJE Roller Blinds sold exclusively at IKEA stores nationwide from July 2005 to July 2009. Strangulations can occur if the blind's looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or the floor with the tension device provided and a child's neck becomes entangled in the free-standing loop. 

This recall involves all ISDANS, TUPPLUR and ENJE roller blinds. ENJE has a glued label on the wall fitting showing the IKEA logotype, article number, 5-digit supplier number, four digit date stamp (YYWW) and "Made in Taiwan". The roller blinds have an orange warning label attached at the base of the blind that is marked with AA-136800-3. 

Consumers should contact IKEA at [phone] anytime or visit their local IKEA store to receive a free repair kit. Consumers can also visit www.ikea-usa.com. More info at www.recalls.org. 

ROMAN SHADES 

Hanover Direct Inc. is recalling Faux Suede Roman Shades sold by Direct/Domestications from January 2004 to December 2008. Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. 

This recall involves all Faux Suede room darkening Roman shades with style number 12810A. The shades were sold in Ivory, Taupe, Gold, Plum, Wine Red, Midnight Blue, Moss Green and Dark Brown and have a head rail that measures 23, 27, 31, 35, 39 43 or 48 inches. The shades have a sticker on the head rail with the letters "WS" and "style 12810A" is printed on the packaging box. 

Consumers should contact Hanover Direct/Domestications at [phone] between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET daily for a free retrofit or visit www.domestications.com. More info at www.recalls.org. 

SURGE PROTECTORS 

Belkin International Inc. is recalling SurgeMaster™ Surge Protectors sold nationwide from September 2003 to December 2007. The molding of the plastic 360 degree rotating plug, which allows for easy cord movement, can crack or detach from the plug assembly, posing a shock hazard. 

This recall involves the SurgeMaster™ Surge Protector, models F9G930-10, F9G930v10, F9G930-10-W and F9G930-10-SN, all manufactured in 2003. The model number and date of manufacture are located on the underside of the unit. 

Consumers should contact Belkin at 800-952-1465 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday for a new replacement unit or visit www.belkin.com/recall. More info at www.recalls.org. 

BED, BATH & BEYOND ROMAN SHADES 

Louis Hornick & Co. is recalling Dublin Energy Solution Roman Shades sold at Bed Bath & Beyond stores nationwide from August 2007 to  September 2009.

Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. 

This recall includes all sizes and colors of Dublin Energy Solution Roman Shades sold by Bed Bath & Beyond with exposed inner cords on the back. On the backside of the head rail, a small orange, black and white warning label sticker in English and Spanish which read in part, "Cords and bead chains can loop around child's neck and STRANGLE. Always keep cords …to get to cords." 

Consumers should contact Louis Hornick & Company at [phone] between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET daily to receive a free repair kit or visit www.hornickindustries.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

SNOWMOBILES 

Arctic Cat Inc. is recalling Arctic Cat Snowmobiles sold nationwide from June 2008 to July 2009. Oil can leak into the engine compartment, posing a fire hazard to consumers. In addition, the fuel tank can come into contact with the engine posing a possibility of wearing through and fuel leakage. 

The recall involves Model Year 2009 Arctic Cat Z1 Turbo, Z1 Turbo Sno Pro and TZ1 Turbo model snowmobiles. The model name and number are displayed on the side of vehicle and in the registration materials/owner's manual. 

Consumers should contact their local Arctic Cat snowmobile dealer to schedule a free repair. 

Consumers can also contact Arctic Cat at [phone] between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or visit www.arctic-cat.com. More info at www.recalls.org. 

HALLOWEEN FLASHLIGHTS 

Target is recalling Halloween Flashlights sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide from August 2009 to September 2009. The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard. 

This recall involves two types of Halloween-themed flashlights: the mini flashlights and flashlights sold with stencils. 

Mini Flashlights -- The orange and purple packaging has "Mini Flashlights (3 Pack)" printed on the front and "DGI", "Made in China" and "DPCI# 234-02-1813" printed on the back. 

Standard Size Flashlights -. The flashlights were sold with six stencils in various colors and images: a pumpkin, ghost, spider, cat, witch and skull & cross-bones. "Flashlight with Stencil" is printed on the front and "Tien Hsing," "Made in China" and "234 02 1838" is printed on the back of the packaging. 

Consumers should return the product to any Target store for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Target at [phone] between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.target.com. More info at www.recalls.org. 

COMPUTER ADAPTERS 

Sony Electronics Inc. is recalling Sony VAIO Computer AC Adapters sold nationwide from September 2005 to October 2009. Insulation inside the AC adapter can fail over time, posing an electrical shock hazard. 

The recalled AC adapter model is the Sony VGP-AC19V17, which was supplied for use with the following Sony products:

Product Types Using the AC Adapters	Product Models Using the AC Adapters
All-in-one VAIO Desktop Computers	VGC-LT series and VGC-JS2 series
VAIO Docking Stations	VGP-PRBX1 and VGP-PRFE1

Consumers should contact Sony at [phone] anytime to arrange for a free replacement of the affected AC adapter or visit esupport.sony.com/ac19adapter. More info at www.recalls.org.

[Text copied from Recalls.org]