Summer 2012 - Attorney General

THE SAFETY BOX
A newsletter dedicated to keeping our children safe
Louisiana Department of JusticeJames D. “Buddy” Caldwell, Attorney GeneralConsumer Protection Section Summer 2012
This newsletter is printed quarterly in accordance with the Louisiana Children’s Product Act, La. R.S. 46:2701-2711.
For more information on recalled children’s products, consumers may visit our website at www.agbuddycaldwell.com,
click on “News and Publications,” or call our toll-free CONSUMER INFO LINE at (800) 351-4889. Information about child
product recalls and toy hazard recalls included in this newsletter was received from the Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC). Consumers may visit their website at www.cpsc.gov for product recall information and product
safety information. The recall information included in this newsletter is for May 2012 through August 2012.
TOY PRODUCT RECALLS
PRODUCT/FIRM: Imaginarium 5-sided Activity Center
by Toys “R” Us, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves the Imaginarium
5-Sided Activity Center.
The
multi-sided center has two
triangle-shaped ends with a
wooden multi-colored xylophone
on one end and a mirror on the
other end. The three sides are
square-shaped
and
include
moveable block letters, rotating
gears and sliding shapes. The
name “Imaginarium” appears in
a blue, oval-shaped logo underneath the mirror end.
The second “I” in the logo is dotted with a shooting star.
This recalled product has the model number 46284;
Toys “R” Us item number 295909; and has the barcode
number 000799985462841.
The model number is
printed on the back of the box, which is directly above
the bar code. These numerical markings do not appear
on the actual product. This product was sold exclusively
at Toys “R” Us stores nationwide and online via
www.toysrus.com from August 2009 through
September 2010 for about $25.
PROBLEM: The small wooden knobs attaching the
xylophone keys to the end can detach, causing a
choking hazard to young children.
REMEDY: 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. For additional information, contact Toys “R” Us at
(800)869-7787 or visit www.toysrus.com/safety.
PRODUCT/FIRM: First Fitness® Trampolines with
Handlebars
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves First Fitness®
kid’s first trampolines with handlebars. The child-size
toy trampolines have a red and blue metal handlebar, a
blue nylon deck guard and a black jumping deck. “First
Fitness” is embossed on the jumping deck in white
letters. The trampolines can be identified by model
number FF-6902TR and Toys “R” Us SKU number
491463. The model and store
numbers can be found on the
lower right corners of the back of
the packaging. A sewn-in tag on
the bottom of the deck lists the
factory date code of five numbers
followed by “GLTX.” This product
was sold exclusively at Toys “R”
Us
stores
nationwide
from
September 2010 through April 2012 for between $45
and $70.
PROBLEM: Metal fatigue can cause the handlebar to
break away during use, posing a risk of laceration from
exposed metal surfaces or other injuries from a fall.
REMEDY: Consumer should immediately take the
recalled trampolines away from children and contact
Aqua-Leisure’s
at
(888)
912-7087
or
visit
www.aqualeisure.com recall hotline for a full refund.
PRODUCT/FIRM:
Sportspower BouncePro 14’
Trampolines by Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves the Sportspower
BouncePro 14’ Trampolines with
brown mesh netting. UPC codes
68706404210 and 68706404244
are printed on the trampoline
box. The words “Sportspower
BouncePro 14” and “TR-netting”
measure about 6 feet high on the
perimeter of the trampoline. The
netting is designed to contain
individuals bouncing on the trampoline. This product
was sold exclusively at Wal-Mart stores nationwide from
February 2009 through February 2012 for about $275.
PROBLEM: The netting surrounding the trampoline can
break, allowing children to fall through the netting.
REMEDY:
Consumers should stop using the
trampolines immediately and contact Sportspower at
(888) 965-0565 or visit www.sportspowerltd.net/recallbouncepro-14fthtml
to receive replacement black
netting for the trampoline.
PRODUCT/FIRM: In-Ground Pool Slides by Banzai
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Banzai in-ground
pools. The vinyl slides have a blue base, yellow sliding
mat and an arch going over
the top of the slide. By
connecting a hose to the top
of the slide, water can be
sprayed on its downward
slop. The words “Banzai
Splash” are printed in a
circular blue, orange and white logo, shaped like a wave
on either side of the slide. The recalled slides have the
barcode number 2675315734 and model number 15734.
Both the barcode and model number appear on the
original packaging but are not on the actual slide. This
product was sold at Walmart and Toys “R” Us stores
nationwide from January 2005 through June 2009 for
about $250.
PROBLEM: During use, the slide can deflate, allowing
the user to hit the ground underneath the slide and
become injured. The slide is also unstable and can
topple over in both still and windy conditions. This
product carries inadequate warnings and instructions.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
the product and return it to the nearest Walmart or Toys
R Us for a full refund. Consumer can also cut the two
safety warning notices out of the slide and just return
that portion. For additional information, contact Walmart
at (8000)925-6278 or Toys R Us at (800)869-7787.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Discovery Kids™ Animated Marine
and Safari Lamps by Innovage, L.L.C.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Discovery Kids
Animated Marine and Safari
lamps that feature rotating films
with marine or safari scenes.
The words “Discovery Kids” are
printed on the front top-left
corner of the product.
The
recalled products have both an
11-digit batch number that
begins with either 584894 or 10125 and a model number
of 1628626, 1642433, 1641522, 1641523, 1645729, or
1645853. Batch numbers can be found imprinted in the
plastic underneath the lamps and on the bottom of the
packaging near the barcode. This product was sold at
Bed Bath & Beyond, Bonton, JCPenney, Kohls, and
Toys “R” Us stores nationwide as well as the online
retailers Amazon, Ideeli, Macy’s and Overstock from
June 2010 through March 2010 for between $10 and
$20.
PROBLEM: The replacement of internal wires near the
circuit board can cause electrical short-circuiting and
sparking, posing a fire and a burn hazard to consumers.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
the lamps and contact Innovage at (888) 232-1535 or
visit www.innovage.net for instructions on how to obtain
a full refund.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Flexible Flyer Swing Sets by the
Troxel Company
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Flexible Flyer
swing sets. The Flexible Flyer swing sets come in 11
different models each with a
see saw attachment along with
swings, bars or a slide. The
model number can be found on
a sticker located underneath
the center of the top bar of
each swing set unit. Model
numbers and names include: # 41575 Big Adventure, #
41577 Fun Fantastic, # 41578 Fun Fantastic II, # 42003
Backyard Flyer, # 42013 Backyard Fun, # 42023
Backyard Swingin’Fun, # 42030 Windsor II, # 42124 Fun
Time, # 42126 Fantastic Playground, #42544 Triple Fun,
and #42560 Triple Fun II. This product was sold by WalMart, Toys “R” Us, Academy and other specialty stores
and online retailers from December 2011 through May
2012 for between $130 and $280.
PROBLEM: The see saw seats can break away from
the bolt fasteners during use, posing a fall hazard.
REMEDY: Consumers should stop using the see saws
immediately and contact Troxel at (888) 770-7060 or
visit
http://www.regcen.com/flexibleflyer.com
to
receive a free repair kit.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Alex® Model 786X Little Jumpers
Trampoline by Panline USA, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Little Jumper
trampolines. This product is a small, toddler-sized
trampoline with a yellow and
blue colored handlebar over the
top of the trampoline for toddlers
to hold on to while jumping. The
trampoline has a blue mat and
orange pads with different
colored circles printed onto the
pads, yellow legs and blue feet.
A white label is sewn into the underside of the orange
pads which has “786X Little Jumpers Tramopline”
printed above the bar code.
This recall involves
trampolines with the codes 21011-P0003070, 21011P0003246, 25511-P0003071, 27811-P0003372, 29811P0003373 and 34211-P0003375. The code number is
printed underneath the barcode. This product was sold
at independent specialty toy and retail stores from
January through March 2012 for about $100.
PRODUCT: The handlebar can break, causing a fall
hazard.
REMEDY: Consumers should stop using the product
immediately and contact the firm for instructions on
receiving a replacement trampoline. For additional
information, contact the firm at (800) 666-2539 or visit
www.alextoys.com/safety.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Mini Vehicles by Green Toys™, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Green Toys ™
Mini Vehicles. These products are made of plastic and
available in yellow, green, red, white and blue. The
following model numbers
and names are included in
this recall: #MVHA-1014
Mini Vehicle Set, #MAMW1015 Mini Ambulance,
#MVSA-1016 Mini Vehicle
Assortment, #MFBR-1018
Mini Red Fastback, #MPCB-1020 Mini Police Car,
#MTXY-1021 Mini Taxi, and #MVFA-1022 Mini Fastback
Set. For Mini Vehicle (MVHA-1014) and Fastback
(MVFA-1022) sets, the model numbers can be found on
the bottom of the toys’ packaging. For all other cars, a
label with the model number can be found on the bottom
of the car itself. The recalled Mini Vehicles were
manufactured from March 2012 through June 2012. The
manufacturing date is represented by a circle with an
arrow in the middle that can be found imprinted on the
underside of the front of the car. To the left and right of
the arrow are numbers that represent the year and the
arrow itself points to the number that represents the
month. Cars with an “I” etched into the underside of the
car next to the date stamp are not part of the recall. This
product was sold by mass merchandisers, grocery
stores and independent toy and specialty stores
nationwide and by online retailers from April 2012 to
June 2012. The cars cost about $5 each or $18 for the
set.
PROBLEM: The wheels and hubcaps on the toy cars
can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
REMEDY: Consumers should take the recalled product
away from children immediately and contact Green
Toys,
Inc.
at
(888)
973-3421
or
visit
www.greentoys.com/recall to receive a full refund.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Animal Snap Bracelet by Toysmith
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Animal Snap
Bracelets in assorted metallic fabrics with animal figures,
including:
Seashore,
Frog, Snake, Starfish,
Crab, Lizard, Dolphin
and Fish. Manufacturing
date codes between
07/11 and 01/12 are
printed on a sewn-in
label found on the inside
of the bracelet. The label includes the Toysmith name
and address. A round paper tag is attached to the
product with the product name, Toysmith information,
the words “Item #2360 Animal Snap Bracelets,” SKU
number and bar code. This product was sold at Cost
Plus World Market, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
and other retailers from September 2011 to February
2012 for about $3.
PROBLEM: The metal snap band can wear through the
fabric covering, exposing sharp edges and posing a
laceration hazard.
REMEDY: Consumers should return the product to the
store where purchased for a full refund. For additional
information, contact Toysmith at (800) 356-0474 or visit
www.toysmith.com.
PRODUCT/FIRM:
Scooter by Kickboard USA and
Micro-Mobility Ltd.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves the three-wheeled
Mini Micro scooter for children ages 3-5.
The scooter was sold in the following colors:
blue, orange, pink and aqua. “Micro” Is
written in black and blue letters on the metal
handlebar and is imprinted on the black
hand grips. “Mini Micro” is written on the
front plastic covering. The following recalled
model numbers are on a sticker on the
bottom of the scooter:
#MM0079,
#MM0080, #MM0109, and #MM0113. This
product was sold at independent toy stores,
Amazon.com and Kickboardusa.com for about $85 from
May 2012 to July 2012.
PROBLEM: The one-piece plastic platform that covers
the front wheel base can break, posing a laceration
hazard to children.
REMEDY: Consumers should take this product away
from children and contact Kickboard USA (888) 2365657 or visit www.kickboardusa.com for a free
replacement product.
CHILD PRODUCT RECALLS
PRODUCT/FIRM: “Goddess” Hooded Sweatshirts with
Drawstrings by LANY Group, LLC
BRAND/MODEL:
This recall involves “Goddess”
hooded sweatshirts. The girl’s sweatshirts zip up the
front and have a hood with a
drawstring. The sweatshirts are
red with gold hearts, stars and
crowns. The sweatshirts were
sold in children’s sizes 4T
through 12. “Goddess” is printed
on the label at the neck. This
product was sold at dd’s
Discount stores nationwide from
October 2011 through January
2012 for about $6.
PROBLEM: The sweatshirts have a drawstring through
the hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
REMEDY: Consumer should immediately remove the
drawstring to eliminate the hazard or return the
sweatshirts to a dd’s Discounts store for a full refund.
For additional information, please contact the LANY
Group at (855) 691-7662.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Girl’s Winter Jackets with drawstrings
by LA Fashion Hub
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves girl’s winter
jackets with drawstrings through the hoods. The jackets
were sold in girls’ sizes 4T, 5, 6 and 6X and in the
following colors: pink, turquoise, red and yellow. The
jackets are polyester with polyester fill, have a front
zipper, snap or Velcro closures. Different designs
stamped on the collar, down the front on the pockets,
and a flower or heart design is embroidered on the front
of the jackets. This product was sold exclusively at dd’s
Discount stores nationwide from January 2011 through
January 2012 for about $10.
PROBLEM: The jackets have a
drawstring through the hood
which poses a strangulation
hazard to children.
REMEDY:
Consumers should
immediately
remove
the
drawstring to eliminate the hazard, or return the jacket to
a dd’s Discounts store for a full refund. For additional
information, please contact LA Fashion Hub at (800)
919-1001.
PRODUCT/FIRM: “YMI” Girls’ Hooded Sweatshirts with
Drawstrings by YMI Jeanswear
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves girls’ sweatshirts
sold under the brand name “YMI Jeanswear.” The
sweatshirts have a front zipper and a fur-lined hood with
a drawstring stitched to each
side. “YMI” is printed on the
label at the neck.
The
sweatshirts were sold in gray,
purple and black, with either a
snowflake or a flower design on
the front and back. A heart
charm with “YMI” engraved on it
is attached to the zipper. The
recalled sweatshirts were sold
in children’s sizes 6 through 16. This product was sold
exclusively at dd’s Discount stores nationwide from
December 2011 through January 2012 for about $13.
PROBLEM: The sweatshirts have drawstrings at the
hood that poses a strangulation hazard to children.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately take the
recalled sweatshirts from children and remove the
drawstrings or return the sweatshirts to a dd’s Discounts
store for a full refund. For additional information, contact
YMI Jeanswear at (888) 394-1398 or visit
www.ymijeans.com.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Pluto Hooded Flannel Shirts by La
Jolla Sports USA, Inc. dba O’Neil Clothing
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves O’Neill Pluto
Brand boy’s flannel long sleeve shirts with button front,
with a hood and two chest pockets.
Style name “Pluto Flannel” and
Style No. 41204106 is printed on a
label sewn inside the wearer’s left
side seam. “O’NEILLL” is printed
on a label sewn inside the back
neck. The shirts were sold in dark
grey with horizontal black stripes
and in child sizes small, medium,
large and extra large. This product
was sold at East Coast Surf Products, Hansens
Surfboards, Huntington Surf & Sport, Jacks Surf and
Sport, Main Beach Surf & Sport, O’Neill, Riders Outlet,
Sports Chalet, Valley Skate N Surf and other surfing
specialty stores nationwide between September 2011
and December 2011 for about $60.
PROBLEM: The hooded sweatshirts have drawstrings
in the neck that can pose a strangulation hazard to
children.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately take the
recalled sweatshirts from children and remove the
drawstring from the hooded flannel shirt, to eliminate the
hazard, and return the garment to the place of purchase
or to the company for a full refund. For additional
information, please contact La Jolla Sport at (800) 2136444 or visit www.shoponeillusa.com.
PRODUCT/FIRM: M.M.M. Boys’ Jogging Suits by Hot
Chocolate, Inc. and Myriad Trading, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves M.M.M. 100%
polyester boys’ two-color jogging suits. “M.M.M.”
appears on the label stitched into the
back of the neck. The pants are a solid
color matching the jacket, which has a
second color on the top of both sleeves
and top portion of the jacket. The sets’
color combinations include blue and
white, gray and blue, and gray and red.
The jackets were sold in sizes 4-16.
This product was sold exclusively at
dd’s Discount stores nationwide from
December 2011 through January 2012
for about $10.
PROBLEM: The jogging suit’s jacket has a drawstring
at the waist that could become snagged or caught in
small spaces or vehicle doors and it poses an
entanglement hazard.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately take the
recalled jackets from children and remove the waist
drawstrings or return the product to a dd’s Discount store
for a full refund. For additional information, contact Hot
Chocolate at (877) 841-0646.
PRODUCT/FIRM:
Tender Vibes & Light Vibes
Bassinets by Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall includes Kolcraft Tender
Vibers bassinets with model numbers KB021-ARC,
KB022-VER, KB039-CMR1 and Light Vibes Bassinet
with model number KB043-BNT1. A
label with the model/item number of
the bassinet is located on one of the
legs of the metal frame.
The
recalled
bassinets
were
manufactured from July 2008
through May 2010.
The words
“Kolcraft Tender Vibes” or “Kolcraft
Light Vibers” is located on the
removable music box attached to
the side of the bassinet.
This
product was sold at mass market
and independent juvenile specialty stores nationwide
and online from July 2008 through May 2012 for
between about $50 and $100.
PROBLEM: The latches that may attaches the bassinet
base onto the metal frame can appear to be locked in
place but still remain unlocked. This allows the bassinet
to become detached from the metal frame, causing the
bassinet to fall and the infant to be injured.
REMEDY: Consumer should immediately stop using the
recalled bassinets and contact Kolcraft at (888) 6241908 or visit www.kolcraft.com to receive a repair kit
and instructions for securing the latches to the metal
frame. In the meantime, parents are urged to find an
alternate, safe sleeping environment for the child, such
as a crib that meets current safety standards or a play
yard depending on the child’s age.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Class Club Children’s Letterman
Jackets by Supreme Trading Limited
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Class Club brand
children’s letterman jackets. The 100% polyester jackets
were sold in navy with white
sleeves in sizes 2 to 3. A
patch on the upper, right
chest of the jacket reads
“28F Football Athlete State
Champs.”
Style number
“F14CL112L” is printed on
the back of the sewn-in size
label in the back neck. This
product was sold exclusively at Dillard’s stores
nationwide and online at www.dillards.com between
September 2011 and November 2011 for about $25.
PROBLEM: Snaps on the jacket can detach, posing a
choking hazard to young children.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately take the
jackets from children and return them to Dillard’s for a
full refund. For additional information, please contact
Supreme Trading Limited at (866) 466-3523 or visit
www.dillards.com.
PRODUCT/FIRM: SX and QH Boys’ Zip-Front Hooded
Jackets by Bonded Apparel, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL:
This recall involves boys’ long
sleeved zip-front hooded jackets. The jackets have a
fake fur lining and were sold in
the following three colors:
army green, aqua green and
black. The jackets have one
of four designs: the number
“2”
or
the
letter
“B’
embroidered on the left front
chest; or the work “ROCK” or
“AB Sportwear” embroidered
across the chest. The jackets
were sold in sizes 4-7 or S, M,
and L. Either “SX” or “QH” appears on the label stitched
at the neck. The jackets have model numbers: 1006,
1029, 1058 and 1061, however the model number only
appears on the original hang tag and not on the product.
This product was sold exclusively at dd’s Discount stores
nationwide from August 2011 through December 2011
for about $8.
PROBLEM: The jackets have a drawstring through the
hood which poses a strangulation hazard to children.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately take the
recalled jackets from children and remove the drawstring
or contact Bonded Apparel at (888) 974-1555 for
instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Toilet and Cabinet Locks by Dorel
Juvenile Group (DJG), Inc.
st
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Safety 1 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
st
also involves Safety 1 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. This
product was sold at Bed, Bath and
Beyond; Burlington Coat Factory; Great Beginnings;
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.
PROBLEM:
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 which poses a risk of injury from
dangerous or unsafe items stored in the cabinet.
REMEDY: Consumer should immediately remove the
recalled locks and contact DJG at (877) 416-8105 or visit
www.djgusa.com 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 bathroom.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Convertible High Chairs by Evenflo,
Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Evenflo high
chairs that convert from a high chair to a toddler-size
table and chair.
The
convertible high chair
can be identified by the
model
names
and
numbers listed below.
Model
numbers
are
located on a label on the
lower portion of one of
the high chair’s legs. The following model name and
model numbers are included in this recall: Dottie Lime
#29111259, Dottie Rose #29111271 and Marianna
#29111234. This product was sold at Toys “R” Us and
Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com
and Wayfair.com between December 2011 and June
2012 for about $40.
PROBLEM: The activity tray on the high chair can
unexpectedly detach and allow an unrestrained child to
fall, posing a risk of injury to the child.
REMEDY: Consumers with the recalled highchairs
should immediately contact Evenflo at (800) 233-5921 or
visit http://safety.evenflo.com for a replacement tray
with installation and use instructions.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Contours Options three and fourwheeled strollers by Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Kolcraft Contours
Option three and four-wheeled strollers.
Strollers
included in the recall have model numbers starting with
ZL002, ZL005, ZL015 and ZL018. On the ZL002 model,
the model number and
date of manufacture is
printed on a sticker
above the left wheel. On
the
ZL005,
ZL008,
ZL015
and
ZL018
models,
the
model
number and date of
manufacture is printed on a label sewn into the back of
the stroller seat pad. The strollers were manufactured
from January 2006 through November 2009 and sold in
various color schemes. This product was sold at product
specialty stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com,
Target.com and Toysrus.com from January 2006 and
June 2012 for between $150 and $160.
PROBLEM: A child or consumer’s finger can become
caught in the opening formed when locking and
unlocking the hinge mechanism used to adjust the
handlebars on the strollers. This presents an amputation
and laceration hazard to children and adults handling the
stroller.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
the product and contact Kolcraft at (800) 453-7673 or
visit www.kolcraft.com to receive a free repair kit.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Gabiano Collection Boys and Girls
Pajamas, Sets and Gowns by Ishtex Textile Product, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves all styles of boys
and girls 100 percent cotton pajamas, including sets
(tops and bottoms), onepiece suits and gowns in
a variety of colors and
designs in sizes 2
through 14. “Gabino” is
printed on a tag sewn
into the center back
neckline of the tops and
gown and at the center
back of the bottoms. This recall includes style numbers
GB201, GB204, GB205, GB207, GB208, GB213,
GB215, GB220, GB225, GB230, GB245, GB250,
GB260, GB275, GB2001, GB2002, GB2011, GB2012,
GB2021, GB2022, GB2031, GB2032, GB2041, GB2042,
GB3001 and GB3011. The style number is only printed
on the sales tag and does not appear on the garments.
This product was sold at children’s clothing stores and
specialty retailers nationwide and online including at The
Pajama Princess in Austin, TX. Anklebiter’s in Roswell,
GA., Cute As A Button in Tarboro, N.C., Bhumbles in
Winder, Ga., and www.bhumbles.com, from February
2010 to December 2011 for between about $20 and $50.
PROBLEM: The pajamas fail to meet the federal
flammability standards for children’s sleepwear posing a
risk of burn injury to children. The garments were
advertised and sold as children’s sleepwear.
REMEDY: Children should stop wearing the recalled
sleepwear immediately and consumers should return it
for a refund, exchange or store credit. For additional
information, contact Ishtex Textile Products at (800) 9350914 or visit www.ishtex.com.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Children’s Pajamas by PajamaGram
BRAND/MODEL:
This recall involves children’s
pajamas which are 100 percent polyester fleece sold in
sizes 12 months to 4T in boys and girls sizes 6 through
14. “PajamaGram” is printed on the
neck tag. The pajamas come in two
styles: one-piece hood and feet
pajamas, and two-piece sets. The
style/GPU number is printed on a
second tag sewn into either the neck
or side of the pajamas and the
pajama pants. The following pajamas
are included in the recall: Hoodie
Footie for Girls in pink with zip-off feet
and hood #JSHFP1, Hoodie Footie
for Boys and Girls in blue with zip-off
feet and hood #JSLHFB1, Sweetheart Hoodie Footie for
Girls in pink with a red heart print and zip-off feet and
hood #JSLHFV1, Winter Whimsy Hoodie Footie for Boys
and Girls in red with a snowman/penguin print and zipoff feet and hood #JSLHFW1, Lodge Fleece Set for
Toddlers for Boys and Girls in a two-piece set in a blue
shirt with moose appliqué and white moose/snowflake
print pant #JSLLFB1, Snuggle Fleece Argyle Set for
Girls two-piece set in light blue shirt with pink and blue
argyle print pant #JSLAFG1, and Infant Lodge Fleece
One-Piece in white with moose/snowflake print
#JSLLFB2. This product was sold at the PajamaGram
website, telephone and catalogue from September 2011
through March 2012 for between $26 and $40.
PROBLEM: The pajamas fail to meet the federal
flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a
risk of burn injury to children.
REMEDY: Children should stop wearing the pajamas
immediately
and
consumers
should
contact
PajamaGram at (800) 262-1162 for a replacement,
exchange or full refund.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Boys and Girls Pull-On Lounge Pants
and Girls Boxers by Rigo International, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves Academy pull-on
lounge pants for boys and girls, and boxers for girls.
The garments are made of 100 percent cotton and have
elastic
or
fabric
waistbands.
The pants
and boxers have a variety
of
colors
and
print
designs, including guitars,
bikes, skates, footballs,
baseballs,
softballs,
soccer balls, volleyballs,
deer,
zebra,
horses,
penguins, and leopards. Some clothing may have the
words “cheer,” “champs,” “soccer stars,” “peaceful,”
“dance” or “perfect 10” printed on them. The garments
are sold in sizes XS through L for boys or 6 through 14
for girls. The garments have identification numbers on a
tag directly under the size tag on the rear section of the
waistband. Garments with the following identification
numbers are included in this recall: 377676, 377677,
377678, 377679, 454818, 454819, 454820, 454821,
454822, 454823, 454824, 454825, 454826, 454827,
454828, 454829, 466629, 466630, 555571, 555572,
564822, 564904 and 564939. This product was sold
exclusively at Academy Sports and Outdoor stores in
Texas from January 2010 to March 2011 for about $8.
PROBLEM: The pants and boxers fail to meet the
federal flammability standards for children’s sleepwear,
posing a risk of burn injury to children.
REMEDY: Children should stop wearing the recalled
sleepwear immediately. Consumers should return the
sleepwear to Academy for a refund, exchange or store
credit. For additional information, contact Rigo at (888)
229-1292 or visit www.rigointernational.com.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Toddler Girl Aqua Socks by Old Navy
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves girl aqua socks.
The slip-on shoes have pull-on tabs on both the front
and back of the foot opening the shoe. These Aqua
Socks were sold in pink and purple in Toddler sizes 511. The recall includes Old
Navy Toddler Girl Aqua Socks
with style number 896452. A
small tag inside the foot
opening contains the style
number
(896452),
size
information and country of
origin (Canada). This product was sold at Old Navy
stores in the U.S. and Canada and at oldnavy.com in the
U.S. and at oldnavy.ca in Canada from February 2012
through June 2012. The shoes sold for between $12
and $15.
PROBLEM: This style of Aqua Socks have less traction
when worn on wet or smooth surfaces such as
hardwood or tile, creating a slip and fall hazard.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
these shoes and return them to any Old Navy store for a
full refund. Consumers who return the shoes before
November 9, 2012 will also receive a coupon for $10 off
their next purchase at Old Navy. Contact Old Navy at
(866) 580-9930 or visit [email protected]
to return the Toddler Girl Aqua Sock by mail.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Folding Beach Chairs by Downeast
Concepts, Inc. dba Backyard and Beyond
BRAND/MODEL: The recalled children’s folding beach
chairs have white aluminum tube frames and pink,
yellow, blue or purple fabric seats
and chair backs with fish, palm trees
or mermaid decorations. The chairs
measure 13 inches wide by 18
inches high by 20 inches deep. This
product was sold at Home Goods
and other stores nationwide from
June 2011 through June 2012 for
between $13 and $25.
PROBLEM: The recalled children’s beach chairs have
exposed, sharp metal rivets, posing a laceration hazard.
REMEDY: Consumers should stop using the recalled
beach chairs immediately and return them to Downeast
Concepts for a full refund. For additional information,
contact Downeast Concepts at (800) 343-2424 or visit
www.downeastconcepts.com.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Strollers by Peg Prego USA, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves two different older
versions of the Peg Prego strollers, Venezia and PlikoP3, manufactured between
January 2004 and September
2007 in a variety of colors.
Only strollers that have a child
tray with one cup holder are
part of this recall. Strollers with
a bumper bar in front of the
child tray or a tray with two cup
holders are not included in this
recall. The strollers were sold
at various retailers nationwide,
including Babies “R” Us and
Buy Buy Baby from January 2004 through September
2010 for between $270 and $330 for the Pliko P-3
stroller and between $350 and $450 for the Venezia
stroller. The strollers were manufactured in Italy.
PROBLEM: Entrapment and strangulation can occur,
especially to infants younger than 12 months of age,
when a child is not harnessed. An infant can pass
through the opening between the stroller tray and seat
bottom, and his/her head and neck can become
entrapped by the tray. Infants who become entrapped at
the neck are at risk of strangulation.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
the recalled strollers and contact Peg Prego USA at
(888) 734-6020 or visit www.PegPregoUSA.com for a
free repair kit. Do not return the stroller to the retailers
as they will not be able to provide the repair kit.
PRODUCT/FIRM:
Contours Options LT Tandem
Strollers by Kolcraft Enterprises, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves all Contours
Option LT tandem strollers with model numbers ZT012.
The model number and date of
manufacturer are printed on a
label on the rear leg of the
stroller. The dual-seat strollers
have one mesh basket beneath
both seats and were sold in two
colors schemes; black with red
canopies and accents, and gray
with yellow canopies and
accents. “Options LT” is printed
on a bar along the side of the
stroller. This product was sold
at Burlington Coat Factory and juvenile product specialty
stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com,
Target.com and other online retailers between February
2012 and July 2012 for about $250.
PROBLEM: The front wheel assembly can break,
posing a fall hazard to the child in the stroller. In
addition, for strollers manufactured in January and
February 2012, the nuts that hold the stroller’s basket
support screws in place can detach. Detached nuts can
pose a choking hazard to young children.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
the product and contact Kolcraft Enterprises at (800)
453-7673 or visit www.kolcraft.com to receive free
replacement wheels.
Consumers with strollers
manufactured in January and February 2012 will also
receive replacement nuts for the basket support screws.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Chicco Polly Hair Chair by Artsana
USA, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves a range of Chicco
Polly high chairs with pegs on the
back legs intended for tray storage.
The high chairs have a folding metal
frame for storage and a reclining
seat. The recalled high chairs can
be identified by the model number
and date code printed on a label on
the underside of the seat, close to
the footrest. The date code is in the
format DDMMYYYY or YYYY-MMDD. The high chairs included in this recall were
manufactured prior to October 13, 2010. This product
was sold at retail stores including Babies “R” Us,
Burlington Coat Factory, Buy Buy Baby, Shopko and
Toys “R” Us, as well as online outlets including
Albeebaby.com,
Amazon.com,
Babyage.com,
Babysupermart.com, Diapers.com and Target.com from
January 2005 through July 2012 for between $100 and
$150.
PROBLEM: Children can fall on or against the pegs on
the rear legs of the highchair, resulting in a bruising or
laceration injury.
REMEDY: Consumers should contact Chicco at (800)
807-8817 or visit www.chiccousa.com/pollykit for a
free peg cover kit which will be mailed to them. To help
prevent injuries before repair, consumers should store
the tray on the pegs when the high chair is not in use.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Kenta and Kenta Plus Child Carriers
by Liberty Mountain
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves backpack-style
child carriers sold under the Kenta and Kenta Plus
model
name.
“VAUDE” is printed
on the back and
between
the
shoulder straps of
the carrier. “Kenta” or “Kenta Plus” is printed on the
lower back or hip belt of the carrier. The carriers were
sold in black, red and brown and were designated for
children up to 31 pounds. This product was sold at
outdoor camping and climbing stores nationwide from
January 2010 through May 2012 for about $150 for the
Kenta and $170 for the Kenta Plus models.
PROBLEM: The side strap’s seam can unravel and
cause the strap to separate, posing a fall hazard to the
child in the carrier.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
the recalled child carriers and return the product to an
authorized VAUDE dealer for a replacement. Consumers
can contact Liberty Mountain at (800) 366-2666 or visit
www.libertymountain.com to locate an authorized
VAUDE dealer.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Children’s Pajamas by My Clothes,
Inc.
BRAND/MODEL:
This recall involves My Clothes’
children’s long-sleeved nightgown and set consisting of
a long-sleeves and long
pants is being recalled. The
long-sleeved
nightgown,
Style 14, is cotton knit with
multi-colored polka dots. The
sleeves and hem are ruffled.
The shirt and pants sets,
Style 15 or Style 314R, is
cotton with a red and white
gingham print pattern and
white piping on the collar, sleeve and pant legs. The
shirt has four buttons. The garments were sold in sizes
12 months through size 14. The style number and the
words “PJs by My Clothes” are printed on tags sewn into
the center back of the gown, the neck of the shirt and the
rear waistband of the pants. This product was sold at
children’s boutiques and specialty retailers and online
nationwide from August 2011 through December 2011
for between $35 and $45.
PROBLEM: The pajamas fail to meet the federal
flammability standards for children’s sleepwear, posing a
risk of burn injury to children.
REMEDY: Children should stop wearing the recalled
sleepwear immediately and consumers should return it
to the retailer where purchased for a full refund,
exchange or store credit. For additional information,
contact My Clothes, Inc. at (855) 776-6641 or visit
www.pjsbymyclothesinc.com.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Baby Seats by Bumbo International
Trust
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves baby seats by
Bumbo. The bottom of the Bumbo seat is round and flat
with a diameter of
about 15 inches.
It is constructed
out of a single
piece of molded
foam and comes
in various colors.
The seat has leg
holes and the seat back wraps completely around the
child. On the front of the seat in raised lettering is the
word “Bumbo” with the image of an elephant on top.
The bottom of the seat has the following words
“Manufactured by Bumbo South Africa Material:
Polyurethane World Patent No. PCT: ZA/1999/00030.”
The back of the seat has several warnings and seats
manufactured since 2008 have an additional label on the
front of the seat warning against use on raised surfaces.
This product was sold by Sears, Target, Toys “R” Us,
Babies “R” Us, USA Babies, Walmart, and various other
toy and children’s stores nationwide, and various online
sellers, from August 2003 through August 2012 for
between $30 and $50.
PROBLEM: Babies can maneuver out of or fall from the
Bumbo seat, posing a risk of serious injuries.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
the product until they order and install a free repair kit,
which includes: a restraint belt with a warning label,
installation instructions, safe use instructions and a new
warning sticker. The belt should always be used when a
child is placed in the seat. Even with the belt, the seat
should never be used on any raised surface.
Consumers should also immediately stop using Bumbo
seat covers that interfere with the installation and use of
the belt. A video demonstrating proper installation of the
restraint belt and proper use of the Bumbo seat are
available at www.BumboUSA.com. To order a free
repair kit, contact Bumbo at (866) 898-4999 or visit
www.recall.BumboUSA.com. Do not return the Bumbo
seat to retailers as they will not be able to provide the
repair kit.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Crib Fringe by Babylicious Products,
Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves crib fringe. This
recalled product is a narrow fabric strip connecting
several individual fabric triangles.
It is designated to be attached to
the side rail of a crib or along
window valences or curtain rods.
The product was sold in a variety
of colors and patterns and with two
fringes in each package.
This
product was sold online and at
specialty
children’s
product
retailers from January 2006
through May 2012 for about $24.
PROBLEM:
The narrow fabric
strip connecting individual fabric triangles presents a
strangulation hazard to young children.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately remove the
recalled product from cribs, window valences or curtain
rods and contact Babylicious at (855) 684-8399 or visit
www.babylicious.com to receive a refund. Consumers
will be refunded $12 for each recalled fringe returned.
PRODUCT/FIRM: Beadboard Bunk Beds by PBteen, a
division of Williams-Sonoma, Inc.
BRAND/MODEL: This recall involves wooden bunk
beds with beadboard paneling.
The upper bunk,
accessible by a four-step
ladder, is designed for a twin
mattress and the lower bunk
for a full-size mattress. The
bunk beds were sold in white,
chestnut, dark espresso and
honey, and have storage
cubbies below the lower bunk.
The product number is listed
on the purchase receipt and a label on each of the bunk
bed’s parts lists that part’s SKU number. This product
was sold at PBteen.com and through the PBteen catalog
nationwide from January 2008 to April 2009 for the Sun
Valley white and Sun Valley honey models, and October
2011 to February 2012 for the dark espresso, chestnut
and white models. The bunk beds were sold for between
$1,700 and $2,000.
PROBLEM: The front upper horizontal panel on the
bunk beds can crack or break, posing a risk of injury to
the consumer.
REMEDY: Consumers should immediately stop using
the upper bunk and contact PBteen at (855) 217-5223.
Consumers with the recalled bunk bed will receive a
free, in-home installation of a replacement panel. PBteen
is contacting known purchasers directly.
QUESTIONS?
Lisha Landry
Office of the Attorney General
Consumer Protection Section
P.O. Box 94005
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9005
(225) 326-6400 (phone)
www.agbuddycaldwell.com
[email protected]
For information on the new crib safety
standards, please visit www.cpsc.gov.
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