Recalls announced

[August 18, 2014]  According to Recalls.org, a nonprofit organization, the following recalls were issued by various federal and state agencies during the week ending August 16: 

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AUGUST 14 - SPACE HEATERS

Vornado Air is recalling Electric space heaters sold nationwide from June 2013 to May 2014. The heater can overheat and cause the units to melt, catch fire and ignite nearby items, posing a fire and burn hazard.

This recall involves Vornado VH110 Whole Room Vortex electric space heaters sold in two colors, black and white. Recalled heaters have the numbers 1 and 3 as the fourth and fifth digits of the serial number. The model and serial numbers appear on a silver decal located on the bottom of the unit.
Customers should contact Vornado at [phone] from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.vornado.com for instructions on how to receive a free replacement unit, including free shipping. More info at www.recalls.org.
 

AUGUST 13 - SMOKE DETECTORS

Interlogix and Edwards are recalling ESL and Interlogix brand 400/500 series smoke detectors sold nationwide and in Canada from March 2013 to February 2014. Radio frequency interference can cause the smoke detectors to fail to alert consumers of a fire.

This recall involves thirty-three models of the 400 and 500 series Edwards (ESL)-branded and Interlogix smoke detectors hard-wired into a security system. Full description can be found at www.recalls.org.

Customers should immediately contact their security or fire system provider to determine if any of their units are included in the recall.
Consumers can also contact Edwards at [phone] select option 5, from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.edwardsfiresafety.com or Interlogix at [phone] select option 2, from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.interlogix.com. More info at www.recalls.org.

AUGUST 12 - CANDLES IN METAL TINS

CoScentrix is recalling DD Brand Tin Candles sold exclusively at Hobby Lobby stores nationwide from June 2014 through July 2014. The candle’s high flame can ignite the surface of the wax and the polymer coating on the tin-plated container, posing a fire hazard.

This recall involves 4-ounce DD branded candles sold in a round metal tin with a metal lid. A complete list can be found at www.recalls.org.

Consumers should return the candels to the nearest Hobby Lobby. Consumers with a receipt will receive a full refund.

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

STIRRUP LEATHERS

JPC Equestrian is recalling HDR Stirrup Leathers sold nationwide from October 2013 to May 2014. The stirrup leather can crack and break, posing a fall hazard.

This recall involves five models of pre-stretched stirrup leathers. The stirrup leathers are branded with the HDR logo and name “HENRI DE RIVEL”. Complete list can be found at www.recalls.org.

Consumers should contact JPC at [phone] from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.breeches.com for a full refund. More info at www.recalls.org.

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