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 (888) 966-4532 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 (800) 524-0597 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 (800) 517-3612 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.
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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 (800) 279-6851 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 (800) 440-0680 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 (877) 361-4481 anytime to arrange for a free
replacement of the affected AC adapter or visit
esupport.sony.com/ac19adapter.
More info at
www.recalls.org.
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