Additional Product Recalls
Phew, I am finally getting caught up with the recalls for May. The stuff listed below is more about products, and well, you know the drill. Clicking the red underlined links will take you to the Government Recall Notice page for that product, listing any serial or model numbers you should be aware of. all links open a new browser window.
Mouthwash Recall (Alcohol Free) [Distributed to Hospitals, Medical Centers, Long Term Care Facilities].
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Elgin, IL — May 2, 2008 Hydrox Labs, Elgin, IL has issued a voluntary recall of Cardinal Health labeled alcohol-free mouthwash. As a result of this recall, Cardinal Health is initiating a voluntary recall of the same alcohol-free mouthwash. The FDA has been apprised of the action. The mouthwash has been tested and been found positive for Burkholderia cepacia (B. cepacia). The CDC has confirmed hospital illnesses in one state associated with the use of the affected mouthwash. (Further Recall Details Here)
Space Heaters (Made in Communist China) [Fire Hazard]
Description: The recalled heater is a 1,500 watt, black or charcoal-colored, canister-shaped space heater with three heat settings. The unit is about 25″ high x 10″ in diameter (not including the wheels). The words “SoleusAir 360 Micathermic Heater” are printed on a label located on the front of the unit. (Further Recall Details Here)
Children’s Storage Bins (Made in Taiwan) [Lead Hazard]
Description: The recalled storage bins are wooden with scalloped edges and were sold in pastel green or pink. Item number 226782 (pastel green storage bin) or 226781 (pink storage bin) is located on the bottom of the storage bin. No other storage bins or colors are included in this recall. (Further Recall Details Here)
Gas Grills (Made in Canada) [Fire and Burn Hazard]
Description: This recall includes the Signet, Sovereign and Sovereign XL series gas grills. (Further Recall Details Here)
Gas Boilers (Made in United States) [Carbon Monoxide Hazard]
Description: : The recall involves cast iron, gas-fired boilers used for space heating. The following model names and serial numbers are included in the recall. (Further Recall Details Here)
Swing Sets (Made in United States) [Fall Hazard]
Description: Swing sets involved in this recall have the following part numbers: (Further Recall Details Here)
Dune Buggies (Made in Communist China) [Ejection Hazard]
Description: This recall involves the dune buggies “Twister Hammerhead” with model number UM150IIR and model year 2004. The dune buggies were available in red, blue, or green. “Twister Hammerhead”, the model number, and the model year can be found imprinted on the bar behind the driver and passenger seats. (Further Recall Details Here)
Pressure Washers (Made in Communist China) [Fire Hazard]
Description: This recall involves Master Craft® pressure washers with model number ABW-3100G. The model number is located on a label under the handle. The pressure washer has a yellow housing and the name, Master Craft® printed on the side. (Further Recall Details Here)
Honda ATV’s (Made in United States) [Loss of Steering]
Description: This recall involves Model Year 2008 Honda TRX500 ATVs equipped with electric power steering, also known as the Honda FourTrax Foreman 4X4 with electric power steering. The adult-size ATVs are designed for use by riders age 16 and older. The ATVs are available in red, black, olive, white, and camouflage. “Honda” and wing logo are printed on the fuel tank and “TRX500” is printed on the side panel just below the seat. (Further Recall Details Here)
Baby Bottle and Food Warmers (Made in Communist China) [Fire Hazard]
Description: This recall involves the Munchkin Deluxe Bottle and Food Warmer with Pacifier Cleaning Basket 2-in-1 Design, model #13301 and lot number TP-1487. The product is used to warm food and bottles of various sizes. The set includes a main basket, a lift-out basket, an adapter ring, and a measuring cup. “Munchkin” is located on the front of the warmer and “TP-1487” is located on the bottom. Only warmers bearing lot number “TP-1487” are included in this recall. (Further Recall Details Here)
Children’s Rain Ponchos with drawstings (Made in Communist China) [Strangulation Hazard]
Description: The recalled plastic rain ponchos were sold in yellow or blue and have a drawstring in the hood. Japanese lettering is printed on the packaging. (Further Recall Details Here)
And that concludes the list, so far for this month. Until tomorrow most likely.
Table of contents for Recalls - May 2008
Ian @ May 12, 2008