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[February 01, 2010]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending Jan. 30: 

BOYS' SANTA SETS 

Macy's Merchandising Group, Inc. is recalling First Impressions Boys' three-piece Santa sets sold by Macy's in Puerto Rico from September to December 2009 and at U.S. Navy Exchange stores from November to December 2009. Loose buttons on the suit's jacket may easily detach, posing a choking hazard. 

For units sold at Macy's the UPCs are: 0689439416622, 0689439417131, 0689439417148, 0689439417155, 0689439417162, and 0689439417179. For units sold at the Navy Exchange stores the UPCs are: 0706254537346, 0706254537353, 0706254537360, 0706254537377, 0706254537384, and 0706254537391. 

Consumers should return the garment to any Macy's or U.S. Navy Exchange store for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Macy's at (888) 257-5949 between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. Monday through Friday or visit www.macys.com. More info at www.recalls.org

TOY HORSE FIGURES 

Blip Toys is recalling Nature Wonders HD Pinto Horse Toy Figures sold at Walmart stores nationwide from January 2009 to July 2009. The surface paint coating on the horse contains excessive levels of lead. 

This recall involves the Nature Wonders HD pinto horse toy figures with model number 92093. The plastic horse is white with brown spots and measures about 4 inches tall. The model number and "Nature Wonders HD" are printed on the retail tag wrapped around the horse's leg. 

Consumers should contact Blip Toys at (888) 405-7696 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.bliptoys.com/recall to receive a free replacement toy. More info at www.recalls.org

TOY HELICOPTERS 

RadioShack Corp. is recalling Danbar Knight Hawk Toy Helicopters sold at RadioShack stores nationwide from October 2009 to November 2009. The battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard. 

This recall involves Danbar Toys Knight Hawk 3D remote control helicopters. The helicopter can be identified by model number 006047 marked on the back of the controller and the Knight Hawk 3D logo on the front of the controller. The product was sold at RadioShack as catalog number 600-0566 (60-566) for ages 8 and up. 

Consumers should return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund.Consumers can also contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.radioshack.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

REFRIGERATORS 

Liebherr-Canada Ltd. is recalling Liebherr Built-In 24-Inch Wide Single Door Refrigerators sold nationwide from January 2005 to November 2009. The refrigerator's door can detach, posing an injury hazard. 

This recall involves Liebherr built-in 24-inch wide single door refrigerators with model numbers R1400, RI1400, RB1400, and RBI1400 sold individually or as a component of side-by-side refrigerators. "Liebherr" is written on the top interior control panel. The model number can be found on a label located behind the bottom drawer on the left interior side of the single door refrigerator. The side-by-side refrigerators were marketed as model numbers SBS240, SBS24 I0, SBS245, SBS24I5. This model number is not found on the product. 

Consumers should contact Liebherr at (877) 337-2653 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT or visit www.liebherr-appliances.com to schedule a free in-home repair. More info at www.recalls.org

CYBEX STROLLERS

Regal Lager Inc. is recalling CYBEX Strollers sold nationwide and in Canada from August 2009 to November 2009. The stroller's hinge mechanism poses a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is unfolding/opening the stroller. 

This recall involves Ruby, Onyx and Topaz models of CYBEX umbrella strollers. "CYBEX" is printed on the side of the strollers. 

Consumers should contact Regal Lager at (800) 593-5522 between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.regallager.com/recalls to receive a free hinge cover retrofit kit. More info at www.recalls.org

YAMAHA SNOWMOBILES 

Yamaha Motor Corporation USA is recalling 2009 Model Year FX10 Snowmobiles sold nationwide from June 2008 to January 2010. A bolt in the right front A arm can loosen in the suspension/steering system, resulting in the sudden loss of steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders. 

The recall involves the 2009 FX10 snowmobiles. A list of the model name and model number can be found at www.recalls.org

Consumers should contact an authorized Yamaha dealer to schedule a free repair. 

Consumers can also contact Yamaha at (800) 962-7926 any time or visit www.yamaha-motor.com. More info at www.recalls.org

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CANDLE LIGHTERS 

Zippo Manufacturing Company is recalling Zippo Slatkin & Co. Candle Lighters sold at Baby & Body Works and White Barn Candle stores nationwide in November 2009.  Lighters can produce an excessive flame when adjusted to maximum flame setting, posing a burn hazard. 

This recall involves the Zippo Slatkin & Co. candle lighters with date codes G09 or H09. The date code is embossed on the black adjuster knob located on the end of the lighter (opposite to the nozzle). "Slatkin & Co." and "Zippo" are printed on the packaging. "Zippo" is also embossed on the product. 

Consumers should contact Zippo at (800) 320-7490 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.Zippominimplrecall.com for information on returning the black adjuster knob and receiving a free replacement Zippo candle lighter. More info at www.recalls.org.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES 

AMX is recalling Rechargeable Batteries sold with MVP 5000 Series Wireless Touch Panels sold nationwide from May 2008 to October 2009. A defect in the battery can cause the battery pack to overheat and rupture. This poses a fire and burn hazard. 

This recall involves AMX 5000 series (MVP-5100, MVP-5150, MVP-5200i) wireless touch panels. The model number can be found on a label on the back of the unit. 

Consumer should contact AMX at (800) 222-0193 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.amx.com for instructions on how to receive a replacement battery at no cost. More info at www.recalls.org

TREE STAND BRACKETS 

Summit Treestands LLC is recalling Talon Hunting Hang-on Tree Stands and Brackets/Straps sold nationwide from May 2009 to November 2009. The tree stand can unexpectedly detach from the tree when the brackets fail, posing a fall hazard. 

This recall involves Talon Raptor brackets/straps and Cabelas Realtree series hang-on tree stands with the Talon brackets/straps. Tree stands involved in this recall have the following model numbers: rsEagle 82044, rsOsprey 82041, rsFalcon 82042, rsHawk 82043 and Cabelas Realtree Outfitters Series Hawk Deluxe 81509. Model information is printed on the tree stand warning label that is sewn onto the seat. 

Consumers should contact Summit Treestands at (800) 241-5559 anytime, or visit  www.summitstands.com to receive a replacement bracket/strap. More info at www.recalls.org.

STARBUCKS WATER BOTTLES 

Starbucks Coffee Company is recalling Glass Water Bottles sold by Starbucks nationwide and in Canada during January 2010. The glass water bottle and/or its stopper can shatter when the consumer is removing or inserting the stopper, posing a laceration hazard. 

This recall involves clear glass water bottles with SKU number 11003503. The 20-ounce water bottles have the words "Glass Water Bottle" printed on a blue label affixed to the bottle. 

Consumers should return the product to the Starbucks location where purchased to receive a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Starbucks at (877) 492-6333 between 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.starbucks.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

CHILDREN'S NECKLACES 

FAF Inc. is recalling Children's Metal Necklaces sold exclusively at Walmart stores from November 2009 to January 2010. The recalled necklaces contain high levels of cadmium. 

The recalled jewelry is shaped as a metal crown or frog pendant on a metal link chain necklace in a crown hinged box. The packaging has the words

"The Princess and the Frog" on it and contains the following model numbers and UPC codes:

Crown

Model # 4616-4187

UPC # 72783367144

Frog

Model # 4616-4190

UPC # 72783367147

Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to any Walmart store for a full refund or a free replacement product. 

Consumers can also contact F.A.F. Inc. at (800) 949-3311 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.faf.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

[Text copied from Recalls.org]

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