Recalls announced

[April 28, 2014]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending April 26: 

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APRIL 22

CROSSBOWS 

Excalibur is recalling Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 Crossbows sold nationwide from February 2014 to March 2014. The crossbow can fire an arrow without the trigger being pulled, posing an injury hazard. 

This recall involves the Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 crossbows. Matrix 405 is printed on a label on the left side of the stock. The crossbow measures about 36 inches long and was sold individually or as part of a package with a black scope, four-arrow quiver and bracket, four arrows, four 150-grain field points and a rope-cocking aid.  

Consumers should return the crossbows to the place or purchase or contact Excalibur at [phone] from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.excaliburcrossbow.com for instructions on shipping the product directly to Excalibur for a free repair. More info at www.recalls.org.

UTILITY VEHICLES 

E-Z-GO is recalling Golf cars, shuttles and off-road utility vehicles sold nationwide from August 2012 to February 2013. The steering wheel nut may not have been tightened sufficiently, reducing the driver's steering control. This can result in a crash. 

This recall involves E-Z-GO, Cushman and Bad Boy Buggies brand gas- and electric-powered, four-wheeled vehicles with bench seats for the driver and passengers. Recalled E-Z-GO and Cushman vehicles have serial numbers from 2823208 to 2850425 and from 3000001 to 3003187. Bad Boy Buggies vehicles have serial numbers from 8005089 to 8006013. The brand and model names are printed on the side and front panels of the vehicles. 

Consumers should contact E-Z-GO at [phone] between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; or online at www.ezgo.com or an authorized dealer for a free repair. More info at www.recalls.org. 

REMINGTON LEAF BLOWERS     

Remington is recalling Remington electric leaf blowers sold nationwide from May 2011 to December 2013. The blower's impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard. 

This recall involves Remington electric leaf blowers with model RM180B, item number 41AA180G983 and serial numbers ranging from S1E131XK0001 through S1E162XK2008. Remington, Mighty Sweep and RM180B appear on a sticker on both sides of the unit. 

Consumers should contact Remington at [phone] from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.mtdproducts.com for a free replacement. More info at www.recalls.org. 

LEAF BLOWERS 

Troy-Bilt Electric is recalling Troy-Bilt electric leaf blowers sold nationwide from May 2011 to November 2013. The blower's impeller can break and strike the operator during use, posing a laceration hazard. 

This recall involves Troy-Bilt electric leaf blowers with model TB180B, item number 41BA180G966 and serial numbers ranging from S1D111XK0001 through S1F152XK2008.  Model, item and serial number are located on a white label on the bottom of motor housing. The 7.5 amp electric blowers are red. Troy-Bilt and TB180B appear on a sticker on both sides of the unit.  

Lowe's customers should return them to Lowe's for a free replacement.  Consumers who bought their blowers online at www.troybilt.com should contact Troy-Bilt at [phone] from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.troybilt.com for a free replacement. More info at www.recalls.org.

APRIL 23

INFANT MONITOR BATTERIES 

Summer Infant expands recall for rechargeable batteries used in Summer Infant video monitors sold nationwide from February 2010 to 2012. The battery in the handheld video monitor can overheat and rupture, posing a burn hazard. 

The recall involves rechargeable batteries in Summer Infant handheld color video monitors.  A complete list can be found at www.recalls.org. 

Consumers should contact Summer Infant at [phone] anytime or online at www.summerinfant.com/alerts/battery-recall  for a replacement battery. More info at www.recalls.org.

APRIL 24

TRIATHLON BICYCLES 

Felt Bicycles is recalling 2008 Felt S22 and S32 Triathlon Bicycles and 2010 Felt S32, B12, B14 and B16 Triathlon Bicycles. sold nationwide and in Canada from October 2007 to February 2014. The steer tube on the bicycle fork can break and cause the rider to lose control, posing a risk of injury. 

This recall includes all 2008 Felt S22 and S32 triathlon bicycles, and 2010 S32, B12, B14 and B16 triathlon bicycles. 

Consumers should contact their local Felt Bicycles dealer for a free inspection and steer tube replacement.  

Consumers can also contact Felt Bicycles at [phone] from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.feltracing.com. More info at www.recalls.org. 

SNOW THROWERS 

Ariens is recalling Ariens and Sno-Tek Snow Throwers, Ariens and Gravely All-Season Power Brushes sold nationwide from January 2014 to February 2014. A drive pulley can crack while in use and cause the auger/impeller or brush to continue to rotate after the clutch lever is disengaged. This poses amputation and laceration hazards. 

This recall involves Ariens and Sno-Tek brand snow throwers and Ariens and Gravely brand power brushes. A complete list can be found at www.recalls.org. 

Consumers should contact Ariens Company at [phone] from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.ariens.com for a free repair. More info at www.recalls.org. 

GIRLS' COATS 

Runway Global is recalling girls' Sugarfly Peacoats with a waist drawstring sold nationwide from September 2013 to November 2013. The coats have a drawstring tie sewn into the side seam at the waist that could become snagged or caught in small spaces or vehicle doors, posing significant entanglement hazard. 

This recall involves girl's "Sugarfly" brand peacoat. Style number KEM236 is located on the label found inside on the side seam of the garment. "Sugarfly" is printed on a label sewn into the neck of the coat.  

Consumers should detach the tie from the side seams of the coat or return the coat to the place of purchase for a full refund.  

Consumers can also contact Runway Global at [phone] from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at www.sugarfly.us. More info at www.recalls.org. 

FISH BOWLS 

PetSmart is recalling glass fish bowls sold exclusively at PetSmart stores nationwide from February 2013 to September 2013. The glass fish bowls can crack, shatter or break during normal handling, posing a laceration hazard. 

This recall involves the 1.75 gallon glass fish bowl that is shaped like a brandy snifter. These fish bowls were sold under the Great Choice or Top Fin brand names with SKU number 5140161 and UPC code 737257187092. 

Consumers should return the bowl to any PetSmart store for a full refund. 

Consumers can also contact PetSmart at [phone] from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday or online at www.petsmart.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

APRIL 25

TRAINING TOWERS        

Johnson Health Tech is recalling Magnum and Matrix Fitness 900 Pro Series multi-station strength training towers sold nationwide from December 2008 to November 2013.

The plastic connectors that link the strength training stations' towers can slide out or break, posing an injury hazard. 

This recall involves all Magnum and Matrix Fitness 900 Pro Series multi-station strength training towers used at commercial fitness facilities such as health clubs, hotels, apartment complexes and rehabilitation centers; schools and municipal facilities. Magnum or Matrix appear on the serial number label at the base of each unit.  

Owners should contact Johnson Health Tech North America at [phone] from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.matrixfitness.com to schedule a free repair. More info at www.recalls.org.

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