Recalls announced

[August 01, 2011]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies July 22-28: 

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POGO STICKS 

Bravo Sports is recalling Disney-Branded Pogo Sticks sold nationwide from February 2009 to June 2011. The bottom rubber tip attached to the pogo stick frame can wear out prematurely, posing a fall hazard. Also, the end caps on the handlebars can come off, exposing sharp edges. This poses a laceration hazard. 

This recall includes the Disney Hannah Montana Pogo Stick, the Disney/Pixar Toy Story Cruising Cool Pogo Stick, the Disney/Pixar Cars Pogo Stick, the Disney Princess Pogo Stick and the Disney Fairies Cruising Cool Pogo Stick. The pogo sticks have Disney labels between the handlebars. The manufacturing date codes between 01/01/2009-022CO and 11/30/2010-022CO are on a clear label on the stem of the pogo stick near the foot pedals. 

Consumers should contact Bravo Sports at [phone] between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT or visit www.bravopogorecall.com for a full refund. More info at www.recalls.org.

HONEYWELL THERMOSTATS

Honeywell International Inc. is recalling Electric Baseboard and Fan Heater Thermostats sold  nationwide from January 2000 to December 2007. The thermostats can overheat, causing them to melt and smoke. This poses a burn hazard. 

The recalled thermostats are rectangular, white, programmable thermostats used to control electric baseboard and fan heaters. "Honeywell" or "Cadet" is printed on the front of the thermostats that come in various sizes. The model number and four-digit date code are printed on a label inside the front cover of the thermostat. Model numbers can be found at www.recalls.org. 

Consumers should contact Honeywell at [phone] between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT. Monday through Friday or visit http://www.yourhome.honeywell.com/T4700 for a free replacement installed by Honeywell. More info at www.recalls.org. 

STROLLERS 

phil&teds USA  Inc. is recalling Explorer and Hammerhead Strollers sold nationwide and in  Canada from August 2010 to June 2011. The brake mechanism on the strollers can fail, posing an injury hazard. 

The Explorer has three wheels and the Hammerhead has four. The phil&teds logo is located on the crotch piece of the harness on both models. The strollers have the text "phil&teds model EX explorer" or "phil&teds model HH hammerhead" printed on a sticker on the rear axle bar. Affected serial numbers: 0610/0001 to 0111/4788 (June 2010, unit #1, to January 2011, unit #4788). This information can be found on a sticker attached to the inside of the left hand hinge when viewing the stroller from behind. 

Consumers should contact phil&teds at [phone] between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, or visit www.philandteds.com/support to arrange to receive a upgraded brake assembly. More info at www.recalls.org.

FISHER-PRICE TOYS

Fisher-Price is recalling Little People® Builders' Load 'n Go Wagon sold nationwide and in Canada from July 2009 to July 2011. The back of the wagon's plastic handle has molded-in reinforcement. The handle poses a laceration hazard if a child falls on it. 

This recall involves the Fisher Price's Little People® Builders' Load 'n Go Wagon model number P8977. The model number is located on the bottom of the wagon. "Little People® Builders" is found on a label on the side of the wagon and "Fisher Price" is embossed on the handle. 

Consumers should contact Fisher-Price at [phone] between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.service.mattel.com for instructions on how to obtain a free repair kit. More info at www.recalls.org.

SAFETY LATCHES AND OUTLET COVERS 

Prime-Line is recalling Child Safety Latches and Outlet Covers sold nationwide from October 2009 to June 2011. The screws on the safety latches and outlet covers can loosen and/or break. When this happens, young children can gain access to electrical outlets and other potentially hazardous items. 

This recall involves Prime-Line child safety drawer and cabinet latches and outlet covers with rotating receptacle covers. These products were sold under the brand name Child Safe.

The drawer and cabinet latches were sold three per package, in model number S 4439 with SKU 049793044396, and model number S 4444 with SKU 049793044440.
The outlet covers were sold one per package, in ivory, model number S 4447 with SKU 049793044471, and white, model number S 4461 with SKU 049793044617.
The model number and SKU are printed on the back of the package. 

Consumers should immediately contact Prime-Line at [phone] anytime, or visit www.prime-line-products.com to receive a free replacement kit. More info at www.recalls.org. 

BATHTUB PADS 

Prime-Line Products Company is recalling Child Bathtub Non-Slip Pads sold nationwide from May 2010 to June 2011. Some pads do not stick to the bathtub surface, posing a fall hazard. 

The recalled items are whale-shaped, white, vinyl, non-slip bathtub pads with textured surfaces and adhesive backings and are used to help prevent children from slipping and falling in bathtubs. The model number is S-4630 and SKU number is 049793846303. Both are printed on the back of the packaging. 

Consumers should contact Prime-Line at [phone] from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT or visit www.prime-line-products.com to receive a full refund. More info at www.recalls.org. 

SHOWER DOORS 

Kohler Co. is recalling Kohler Purist®, Pinstripe™, Finial® glass shower doors sold nationwide from May 2009 to November 2010. The hinge panel of the shower door can shatter, posing a laceration hazard. 

The recall involves a 1/2 inch thick hinge panel included in the Kohler Purist®, Pinstripe® and Finial® frameless heavy glass pivot shower doors. The hinge panel was sold as a component under part numbers 705753-L-NA, 705754-L-NA and 705760-L-NA. A complete list can be found at www.recalls.org.  

Consumers should contact Kohler at [phone] between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.kohler.com for a free replacement hinge panel. More info at www.recalls.org.

CHAIRS SOLD AT ROSS STORES 

Ross Stores Inc. is recalling Acacia chairs sold exclusively at Ross Stores nationwide from March 2011 to May 2011. The chair can collapse when weight is placed on it, posing a fall hazard. 

The recalled chairs have a natural finish made of acacia wood with SKU number 400058432585 or 400058432608 printed on the price tag. The price tag is white and located on the front of the seat's chair.

Consumers should return the chairs to any Ross Store for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Ross at [phone] anytime or visit www.rossstores.com. More info at www.recalls.org. 

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