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[May 13, 2013]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending May 11: 

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MAY 8

TORO MOWERS 

Toro is recalling Toro® Z Master® Riding Mowers sold nationwide from January 2012 to April 2013. The idler pulley can rub against the mower’s fuel tank, posing a fire hazard. 

This recall involves 2012 and 2013 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT riding mowers. "Toro" and "2000 Series" are printed on the side and "Z Master Commercial" on the front of the mowers. Model numbers can be found at www.recalls.org.

Consumers should contact a Toro dealer to schedule a free repair.

Consumers can also contact Toro at (855) 493-0090, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.toro.com. More info at www.recalls.org

MAY 9

BICYCLE FORKS 

Surly Bikes is recalling Surly Pugsley Bicycle Forks sold nationwide from May 2012 to February 2013. The bicycle fork can bend above the disc brake mount, posing a fall hazard. 

This recall involves Surly Pugsley 100mm and 135mm bicycle forks made of tubular chromoly steel. "Surly" is printed on both legs of the fork. "Pugsley" is printed on the fork’s packaging and on the frame of bikes with the recalled forks.  

Consumers should contact a Surly dealer for a free inspection and replacement or a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Surly Bikes at (877) 946-9333 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.surlybikes.com. More info at www.recalls.org

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QUARTZ HEATERS           

Family Dollar Stores is recalling Optimus Tower Quartz Heaters sold exclusively at Family Dollar Stores from September 2012 to December 2012. The heaters can overheat posing a fire hazard. 

Optimus Tower Quartz Heaters are portable electric tower heaters that are about 10 inches wide, 25 inches tall and 9 inches deep. The front section of the top has the brand name Optimus, a power light, a caution light and two dials. Model number "H-5232" is on a silver sticker on the bottom of the heater below the words "Optimus" and "Quartz Heater." 

Consumers should return the heaters to any Family Dollar Stores location for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact Family Dollar Stores at (800) 547-0359 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, or online at www.familydollar.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

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