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[April 29, 2013]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending April 27: 

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APRIL 23

FLOOR LAMPS 

West Elm is recalling Floor lamps sold nationwide from December 2012 to January 2013.  A failure of the lamp's joint locking mechanisms can cause the lamp to collapse and the electrical cord to spark, posing injury and shock hazards. 

This recall involves Industrial Overarching model floor lamps with an iron base and arm in an antique bronze finish, one light socket and a round natural linen shade. Model number 192799, 192856, 465906 or 465922 and "Industrial Overarching Floor Lamp" appear on the on the lamp's packaging. 

Consumers should return the lamp to West Elm for a full refund, including return shipping. 

Consumers can also contact West Elm at (855) 776-6953, from 7 a.m. to midnight ET everyday, or online at www.westelm.com. More info at www.recalls.org

LASAGNA PANS 

Target is recalling Giada De Laurentiis Ceramic 9x13 Inch Lasagna Pan sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide from January 2009 to October 2012. The pan can break causing sharp edges and posing a laceration hazard. 

The cream-colored pans are 9 by13 inches in size and they were sold individually and as part of a six-piece set.  The bottom of the pan is stamped "Giada de Laurentiis for Target." 

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

Consumers can also contact Target guest relations at (800) 440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.target.com.  More info at www.recalls.org.

APRIL 24

GIRLS' CLOTHING SETS 

Children's Apparel Network is recalling Girl's Three-Piece Clothing Sets sold nationwide from September 2012 to December 2012. The vest sold with these sets has a belt at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors and it poses an entanglement hazard. 

This recall involves girl's "Young Hearts" brand three-piece clothing sets. The sets were sold with a pink vest, black pullover shirt and knit pants in sizes 12 months to 6X. "Young Hearts" is printed on a label inside the shirt collar. 

Consumers should immediately remove the belt from the vest to eliminate the hazard, or return the set to the store where purchased for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Children's Apparel Network at (800) 919-1917 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.childrensapparelnetwork.com. More info at www.recalls.org

FORKS AND SPOONS FOR BABIES 

Reed and Barton is recalling Gingham Bunny forks and spoons for babies sold nationwide from September 2012 to January 2013. The pink coloring on the bunny's ears can come off, posing choking and ingestion hazards. 

This recall involves infant flatware from the Gingham Bunny Flatware Collection, sold three ways; as just the infant feeding spoon, in a fork and spoon set, and in a three-piece set including the infant feeding spoon with a bowl and bib. 

Consumers should contact Reed and Barton at (800) 343-1383 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.reedandbarton.com for a full refund or free replacement flatware. More info at www.recalls.org

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APRIL 25

BICYCLES 

3T Design Recalls is recalling Cervélo Bicycles with Aura Pro Handlebars sold nationwide and in Canada from September 2012 to January 2013. The bicycle's handlebar clamps can detach during riding causing the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury. 

The recall includes the P3 with Shimano Ultegra and P5 Three with SRAM Red bicycle models. "Cervélo" and "P3" or "P5" appear on the bicycle's frame.  

Consumers should contact 3T Design at (800) 223-3207 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.3tcycling.com to obtain a free repair. More info at www.recalls.org

CHANDELIERS 

Currey & Company is recalling Chandeliers sold nationwide and in Canada from January 2010 to February 2013. Defective wiring can conduct electricity to the chandeliers' metal parts, posing an electric shock hazard. 

This recall involves 10 models of Currey & Company crystal or metal chandeliers. A complete list can be found at www.recalls.org

Consumers contact Currey & Company at (866) 577-6430 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.curreyco.com instructions on how to obtain a free replacement chandelier. More info at www.recalls.org

PLUSH DOLLIES 

The Land of Nod is recalling Plush Dollies sold nationwide from October 2012 to March 2013. The hands on the plush dolls can detach, posing a choking hazard. 

This recall includes plush handmade baby dolls in five styles and colors. A complete list can be found at www.recalls.org

Consumers should return the dolls to The Land of Nod for a full merchandise credit.  

Consumers can also contact The Land of Nod at (800) 933-9904 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.landofnod.com. More info at www.recalls.org

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