TOT ACTIVITY CENTER
Details: This toy has two triangle-shaped ends with a wooden multicolored xylophone on one and a mirror on the other. The three sides are square-shaped and include movable block letters, rotating gears and sliding shapes. The product was sold exclusively at Toys “R” Us stores nationwide and online via toysrus.com from August 2009 through September 2010 for about $25.
Why: The small wooden knobs attaching the xylophone keys to the end can detach, causing a choking hazard to young children.
Incidents: Toys “R” Us has received eight reports of the knobs detaching. No injuries have been reported to the firm.
How many: About 24,000
For more: Consumers should immediately stop using the product, move it out of the reach of young children and return it to a Toys “R” Us store for a refund or store credit. To contact Toys “R” Use, call 800-869-7787 or visit .
CLIP-ON DESK LAMP
Details: with a flexible metal neck approximately 12 inches long and a clamp at the base. The power cord has a silver label attached to it. These were sold exclusively at Lowe’s from May 2011 to December 2011 for about $20.
Why: The power cord for the lamp can detach where it meets the clamp, exposing energized wires, posing an electric shock risk to consumers.
Incidents: The manufacturer, He Shan Lide (of China), has received five reports of cords detaching, including one reported electric shock and one report of a child receiving burns to her hand and leg.
How many: About 33,000
For more: Consumers should immediately stop using the lamp, unplug the power cord, cut the power cord off 2 to 3 inches above the plug, discard the lamp and send the plug to He Shan Lide, 4570 Eucalyptus Ave, Suite C, Chino, CA 91710 along with their name and address to receive a full refund, including the cost of postage for returning the plug. To call He Shan Lide, dial toll-free: 800-584-1664.
CLIMBING ROPES
Details: were sold online at porterathletic .com, by telephone and direct sales through authorized Porter Athletic distributors nationwide from September 2009 through September 2011 for between $387 and $877.
Model No. 00118 is a white soft dacron rope with vinyl boot end sold in 12-, 16-, 20- and 24-foot lengths. Model No. 00119 is a white soft dacron rope with vinyl boot end and rubber knots every 12 inches sold in 12-, 16-, 20- and 24-foot lengths.
Why: The climbing rope can slip through the clamp that connects at the top, posing a fall hazard for climbers.
Incidents: Porter has received three reports of the rope slipping through the clamp, including one that resulted in back and wrist injuries.
How many: About 44
For more: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled climbing ropes. Porter Athletic is repairing the recalled ropes at no cost. Shipping will be provided free of charge to the consumer. The firm is contacting customers directly. For more information, contact Porter Athletic toll-free at 888-277-7778 or visit the firm’s website:
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
Details: Safety 1st Toilet and Cabinet Locks, imported by Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG): This recall involves Safety 1st Sure Fit toilet locks with model numbers 48003 and 48103. The toilet lock is attached to the tank behind the lid and is intended to prevent a child’s access to the toilet bowl. This recall also involves Safety 1st cabinet slide locks with model numbers 12013 and 12014. The cabinet slide lock is attached to cabinet knobs or handles to prevent access to the contents of the cabinet. Model numbers can be found on the back of the locks.
were sold at Bed, Bath and Beyond, Burlington Coat Factory, Great Beginnings, The Home Depot, Target and Walmart from January 2005 through April 2010 for between $8 and $20 for the toilet locks, and from January 2000 through March 2009 for between $2 and $11 for the cabinet locks. Amazon.com sold both locks through April 2012. Note: In March 2012, 900,000 Safety 1st Push ‘N Snap cabinet locks were recalled due to lock failure.
Why: Young children can unexpectedly disengage the toilet locks and gain access to water in the toilet, posing the risk of drowning. The cabinet locks are being recalled because young children can disengage the lock, posing the risk of injury from dangerous or unsafe items stored in the cabinet.
Incidents: DJG has received 110 reports of toilet locks that did not adequately secure the lid, including eight reports of children, under the age of 2, who were able to disengage or break the lock. In addition, DJG has received 278 reports of cabinet locks that did not adequately secure the cabinet, including 71 reports of children between the ages of 8 months and 5 years who were able to disengage the cabinet locks. In one of the reported incidents, a 13-month-old boy swallowed small, toxic beads from a craft kit. The child was admitted to a hospital, observed overnight and released the next day.
How many: About 183,000 toilet locks and 685,000 cabinet locks
For more: Consumers should immediately remove the recalled locks and contact DJG for a free replacement lock of a different model. When removing the recalled locks, consumers are urged to immediately store dangerous items out of reach of children and to prevent unsupervised access to bathrooms. For additional information, call 877-416-8105 or visit the firm’s website at .
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
