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[January 28, 2013]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending Jan. 26: 

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JANUARY 22

FITNESS BANDS

Implus Footcare is recalling Perfect Resistance Bands sold nationwide. The bands can detach from the mesh cloth loops posing an injury hazard.

"Perfect Fitness" is printed on a tag on the cloth loop. UPC codes can be found on the package. The recalled bands are:

Perfect Bands Heavy 25 lb. capacity with UPC Code 096506310354, color purple

Perfect Bands Very Heavy 30 lb. capacity, UPC Code 096506310361, color gray

Perfect Bands Ultra Heavy 40 lb. capacity, UPC Code 096506310378, color black

Consumers should contact Implus Footcare at (800) 446-7587 select option 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit www.perfectonline.com/recalls for a refund or replacement product. More info at www.recalls.org.

TEMPERATURE SENSORS

Siemens is recalling Q-Series Temperature and Humidity Sensors used inside commercial buildings, hospitals and schools. The sensors can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

This recall involves wall-mounted Q-series sensors that control heat, air conditioning and humidity. The recalled model numbers begin with QAA and QFA, and one with SB1. They are:

QAA 2060, QAA 2063, QAA 2072, QAA 2073

QFA 2000, QFA 2001, QFA 2060, QFA 2071, QFA2072, QFA 3000, QFA 3001, QFA 3060, QFA 3071, and SB1-0834

Consumers should contact Siemensat (800) 516-9964 from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit http://w3.usa.siemens.com/
buildingtechnologies/
to schedule the installation of a free replacement sensor. More info at www.recalls.org.

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JANUARY 23

MATTRESSES 

Mattress Cloud is recalling Mattresses and mattresses with foundations sold in NJ, NY and PA from August 2011 to January 2012. The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal open flame standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard. 

This recall involves Mattress Cloud new and renovated (rebuilt) twin, full, queen and king mattresses sets. “Ultra Support” and “Ortho Type” are printed on iron-on labels on the mattresses. Recalled mattresses have a white federal tag with “Manufactured By: The mattress Cloud, 769 Chauncey, Brooklyn, NY 11207.” The recall involves all Mattress Cloud mattresses manufactured prior to January 25, 2012. 

Consumers should contact The Mattress Cloud at (855) 622-4233, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to receive a free replacement mattress. More info at www.recalls.org.

JANUARY 25

BICYCLES 

Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling Bicycles and frame sets sold nationwide from July 2011 to January 2013. The steerer tube in the front fork can break, posing a fall hazard. 

The model name "Tarmac SL4," "Crux" or "Secteur" is located on the frame. The recall includes all models of the 2012 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Tarmac SL4, 2013 Crux and 2013 Secteur Disc. 

Consumers should take the bicycles to an authorized dealer for free inspection and, if needed, a free repair. 

Consumers can also contact Specialized Bicycle Components at (877) 808-8154 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit www.specialized.com for more information. More info at www.recalls.org

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