Recalls announced

[September 17, 2012]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending Sept. 15: 

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SEPTEMBER 12

RIDE-ON CARS 

Bluestem Brands is recalling Range Rider Ride-On Toy Cars sold nationwide from September 2010 to May 2012. The battery can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards. 

This recall involves battery-powered Range Rider ride-on toy cars with an off-road vehicle body style and plastic tires. The recalled Range Riders can be identified by their product code and model number found at www.recalls.org. 

Consumers should contact Bluestem at [phone] between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.fingerhut.com or www.gettington.com and click on Product Recall for a full refund of the purchase price plus reimbursement for shipping and handling. More info at www.recalls.org.

SEPTEMBER 13

OFFICE CHAIRS 

True Innovations is recalling Realspace Soho Prestigio High-Back Leather Chairs sold exclusively at Office Depot stores nationwide from October 2008 to February 2011. The seat plate can break, posing fall and injury hazards. 

This recall involves Prestigio model leather office chairs. The SKU number 181-265 and the words "Realspace Soho" and "Prestigio High-Back Chair Black Leather" are printed on a label located on the underside of the seat. 

Consumers should contact True Innovations at [phone] between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.trueinnovations.com for a free seat repair kit. More info at www.recalls.org.

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