HobbyZone Power Supply and Charger
Details: The power supply and charger included with the HobbyZone Super Cub S Ready-To-Fly aircraft, model number HBZ8100; and the HobbyZone Super Cub S Bind-N-Fly model number HBZ8180. Aircraft model numbers are located on the packaging. The power supply is black with a blue label that reads “HobbyZone” and model “HBZ1004.” The DC auxiliary charger has a blue label that reads, “HobbyZone” and model “HBZ1003.”
Why: Power supply units and chargers can overcharge the battery, posing a risk of fire and property damage.
Incidents:
18 reports involving the power supply units and chargers, including reports of small fires, exploding batteries and property damage to the surrounding areas.
How many: About 6,800
For more: 877- 504-0233 or (click on Product Recalls listed under Support at the bottom of the page for more information).
Dream On Me Play Yards
Details: Dream On Me Incredible two-level deluxe adjustable height play yards with model numbers starting with 436A, 436B, 436G, 436O, 436P and 436R. The play yards, made with a steel, powder-coated frame base with rolling, hooded casters, have a fabric and mesh covering that comes in a variety of colors. The product includes a changing top, a toy bar with soft toys for entertainment, a side pocket for storage and a carrying case.
Why: The play yard’s rails can collapse, presenting a strangulation hazards.
Incidents: None reported.
How many: About 10,000.
For more: 877- 201-4317 or (click on the Recalls tab).
Open Vest Sweaters by Leith
Details: Leith brand women’s textured vests. They were sold in black and cream and in sizes from XS to XL. Care labels sewn into the garments read, “Leith,” “Made in China,” “83% cotton” and “17% nylon.”
Why: The sweaters fail to meet the federal flammability standard for wearing apparel, posing a burn injury hazard to consumers.
Incidents: None reported.
How many: About 2,030.
For more: 800- 804-0806 or (click on “Recall”) or email the firm at contact@nordstrom.com.
LENOVO AC power cords
Details: Lenovo’s LS-15 AC power cord manufactured from February 2011 to December 2011. The power cords were distributed with IdeaPad brand B-, G-, S-, U-, V- and Z-series laptop computers and Lenovo brand B-, G- and V-series laptop computers. The cords are black and have the “LS-15” molded mark on the AC adapter end. The manufacture date code is on a label attached to the cord.
Why: The cord can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents: None in U.S. or Canada; 15 outside the U.S. involving overheating, sparking, melting and burning; no injuries.
How many: About 500,000 in the U.S. and 44,000 in Canada.
For more: 800-426-7378 or (click on Support at the bottom of the page, then News and Alerts, then Recalls.
Harwood Floor Lamps
Details: The floor lamp is made of bronze-plated steel with a bronze finish. The lamp sits on a square metal base and has an adjustable bronze-plated metal post that goes up to 60 inches high. A second pole adjusts the tilt of the lamp. At the end of this second pole is a six-sided metal lampshade. On the underside of the base is a label with the name Ethan Allen, the item number 09-2562 and the date code 12/2013.
Why: A defect in the line cord insulation poses a risk of electrical shock.
Incidents: One reported electrical shock.
How many: About 70.
For more: 888-339-9398 or (click on “Company,” then “Recall”) or contact an Ethan Allen Design Center.
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