Tiny Tink and Friends Children’s Toy Jewelry Sets recalled due to unsafe levels of lead.

About 252,000 Tiny Tink and Friends Children's Toy Jewelry Sets, imported by Playmates Toys, of Costa Mesa, Calif. have been recalled because a cylindrical metal connector on a charm can contain levels of total lead in excess of 300 ppm, which is prohibited under federal law.
This recall involves charms sold with the Tiny Tink and Friends toy jewelry sets. The charm is attached to a cord using a metal ring and cylinder and included with the sets as a separate accessory that children can attach to the toy necklace, bracelet or key chain. The toy jewelry sets containing the charm accessory were sold in a variety of styles: Item #UPC #Description 746340 43377 74634 8Tinker Bell's Lil’ Tinker Bracelet 746410 43377 74641 6Tinker Bell's Lil’ Tinker Bracelet 746310 43377 74631 7Rosetta's Rosebud Key Chain 746320 43377 74632 4Silvermist's Water Lily Necklace

Charms that have plastic tabs instead of metal rings and cylinders are not included in this recall.

These were sold at retailers nationwide from November 2008 through November 2009 for between $6 and $8 and manufactured in China. Consumers should immediately take the charm and cord away from children, discard the items, and contact Playmates Toys for a replacement charm accessory.

For additional information, contact Playmates toys at (888) 810-1133 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.playmatestoys.com

Papyrus Brand Greeting Cards with bracelets recalled due to unsafe levels of lead.

About 174,000 greeting cards imported by Schurman Fine Papers, of Fairfield, Calif. have been recalled by because the surface paint coating on the bracelets sold with greeting cards contain excessive levels of lead violating the federal lead paint standard.

This recall involves Papyrus brand children’s greeting cards sold with an attached wooden bead bracelet. The front of the card says “Happy Birthday To You” and includes an attached bead in the shape of a heart with the word “smile” printed on it. The colorful bracelet includes wooden beads with one in the shape of a butterfly. The back of the greeting card reads, “BD 63401 | © Jean Card & Gift Company” and the card insert reads, “USA $6.95 | CAN $10.50 | Made in China | © Jean Card & Gift Company” and includes UPC number 734524634013 in the lower right hand corner.

These were sold at card stores and other retailers from February 2004 to September 2009 for about $7 and manufactured in China. Consumers should immediately stop using the bracelet and contact Schurman Fine Papers for instructions on how to receive a refund.

For additional information, contact Schurman Fine Papers at (888) 990-9095 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday.


Special Forces and Police SWAT Toy Gun Sets recalled due to choking hazard.

Dollar General, of Goodlettsville, Tenn. has recalled about 9,600 Special Forces and Police SWAT Toy Gun Sets because the orange tips located at the end of the toy guns’ barrels, which are designed to distinguish them from real guns, can easily be removed from the barrels, posing a choking hazard to children.
This recall includes a Special Forces Weapons and Accessories Set and a SWAT Police Play Equipment Set. Each set includes two toy guns and related accessories. The number 48JQH09 is printed on the right side of the larger gun included in the recalled sets.

These were sold at Dollar General stores in 35 states from September 2009 through October 2009 for about $5 and manufactured in China.Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy guns away from children and return them to any Dollar General for a full refund or a replacement product.

For additional information, contact Dollar General Corp. at (800) 678-9258 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.dollargeneral.com

CHILDREN'S "PRINCESS AND THE FROG" METAL NECKLACES RECALLED FOR CADMIUM

About 55,000 children's metal necklaces inported by FAF Inc., of Greenville, R.I. have been recalled because the necklaces contain high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

The recalled jewelry is shaped as a metal crown or frog pendant on a metal link chain necklace in a crown hinged box. The packaging has the words “The Princess and the Frog” on it and contains the following model numbers and UPC codes: CrownModel # 4616-4187UPC # 72783367144 FrogModel # 4616-4190 UPC # 72783367147

These were sold at Walmart retail stores nationwide from November 2009 through January 2010 for $5 and manufactured in China. Consumers should immediately take this recalled jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to any Walmart store for a full refund or a free replacement product.

For additional information, contact F.A.F. Inc. at (800) 949-3311 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.faf.com



WATCH: TOYOTA COO ANNOUNCES GAS PEDAL FIX

Toyota Motor Corp. said Monday its dealers should get parts to fix a sticky gas pedal problem by the end of this week as the automaker apologized to customers and tried to bring an end to a recall that has affected 4.2 million vehicles worldwide.

The company said in a statement that it has begun shipping parts and is training dealers on the repairs. Some dealers will stay open around the clock to fix the 2.3 million cars and trucks affected by the recall in the U.S.

Technical bulletins on how to install the new parts should arrive at dealers by midweek, the company told dealers in an e-mail. It was not clear exactly when repairs would start, although dealers have said they'll begin as soon as possible.

The automaker also said Monday it would suspend production of eight U.S. models affected by the recall this week, with factories restarting on Feb. 8.

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'PRINCESS AND THE FROG' CHILDREN'S NECKLACES

Name of Product: Children's Metal Necklaces

Units: About 55,000

Importer: FAF Inc., of Greenville, R.I.

Hazard: The recalled necklaces contain high levels of cadmium. Cadmium is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled jewelry is shaped as a metal crown or frog pendant on a metal link chain necklace in a crown hinged box. The packaging has the words “The Princess and the Frog” on it and contains the following model numbers and UPC codes:

- Crown    Model # 4616-4187    UPC # 72783367144
- Frog    Model # 4616-4190     UPC # 72783367147

Sold exclusively at: Walmart retail stores nationwide from November 2009 through January 2010 for $5.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take this recalled jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to any Walmart store for a full refund or a free replacement product.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact F.A.F. Inc. at (800) 949-3311 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.faf.com

NATURE WONDERS HD PINTO HORSE TOY FIGURES RECALLED DUE TO UNSAFE LEVELS OF LEAD

About 15,000 Nature Wonders HD Pinto Horse Toy Figures have been recalled by Blip Toys, of Minneapolis, Minn. The surface paint coating on the horse contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. No injuries have been reported.This recall involves the Nature Wonders HD pinto horse toy figures with model number 92093. The plastic horse is white with brown spots and measures about 4 inches tall. The model number and “Nature Wonders HD” are printed on the retail tag wrapped around the horse’s leg.

The recalled toy was sold at Walmart stores nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for about $4 and manufactured in China.
Consumers should immediately take the recalled toys away from children and contact Blip Toys to receive a free replacement toy. For additional information, please contact Blip Toys toll-free at (888) 405-7696 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.bliptoys.com/recall


RADIO SHACK RECALLED DANBAR TOYS KNIGHT HAWK TOY HELICOPTERS FOR FIRE HAZARD

RadioShack Corp., of Fort Worth, Texas has recalled about 6 thousand Knight Hawk toy helicopters becuase the battery housing under the helicopter canopy can overheat while charging, posing a fire hazard. The firm has received one report of a fire that started while a store demo toy was charging. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

This recall involves Danbar Toys Knight Hawk 3D remote control helicopters. The helicopter can be identified by model number 006047 marked on the back of the controller and the Knight Hawk 3D logo on the front of the controller. The product was sold at RadioShack as catalog number 600-0566 (60-566) for ages 8 and up.

These were sold at RadioShack stores, RadioShack dealer franchise stores nationwide and at www.radioshack.com from October 2009 through November 2009 for about $60 and manufactured in China.
Consumers should immediately take the helicopters away from children and return the toy to the nearest RadioShack store for a full refund. For additional information, contact RadioShack at (800) 843-7422 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.radioshack.com


STARBUCKS GLASS WATER BOTTLES RECALLED DUE TO LACERATION HAZARD

Starbucks Coffee company of Seattle, WA in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled about 11,000 20 ounce glass water bottles in the United States and 1,200 in Canada. The glass water bottle and/or its stopper can shatter when the consumer is removing or inserting the stopper, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. The firm has received 10 reports of either glass stoppers or water bottles shattering, including eight reports of hand lacerations.

This recall involves clear glass water bottles with SKU number 11003503. The 20-ounce water bottles have the words “Glass Water Bottle” printed on a blue label affixed to the bottle.

These were sold at Starbucks company-operated stores and at Starbucks locations in Safeway and Target stores nationwide during January 2010 for about $9 and manufactured in Taiwan.
Consumers should immediately stop using the glass water bottles and return the product to the Starbucks location where purchased to receive a full refund. Starbucks is also offering a complimentary beverage, of any size, to consumers upon return of the glass water bottles.

For additional information, contact Starbucks at (877) 492-6333 between 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.starbucks.com


ZIPPO CANDLE LIGHTERS RECALLED DUE TO BURN HAZARD

About 17,500 Zippo candle lighters are recalled because they can produce an excessive flame when adjusted to maximum flame setting, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

This recall involves the Zippo Slatkin & Co. candle lighters with date codes G09 or H09. The lighters are finished in high-polish chrome or white with a chrome nozzle. The lighter uses refillable butane fuel and measures 6.5 inches long and 1 inch wide. The date code is embossed on the black adjuster knob located on the end of the lighter (opposite to the nozzle). “Slatkin & Co.” and “Zippo” are printed on the packaging. “Zippo” is also embossed on the product.

These were sold at Bath & Body Works and White Barn Candle stores nationwide and online in November 2009 for about $10 and manufactured in China. Consumers should immediately stop using this product and contact Zippo for information on returning the black adjuster knob and receiving a free replacement Zippo candle lighter.

For additional information, please contact Zippo at (800) 320-7490 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.Zippominimplrecall.com

TOYOTA RECALL DUE TO STICKING GAS PEDAL

TORRANCE, Calif., January 21, 2010 -- Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc, today announced it would recall approximately 2.3 million vehicles to correct sticking accelerator pedals on specific Toyota Division models. This action is separate from the on-going recall of approximately 4.2 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles to reduce the risk of pedal entrapment by incorrect or out of place accessory floor mats. Approximately 1.7 million Toyota Division vehicles are subject to both separate recall actions.   

“In recent months, Toyota has investigated isolated reports of sticking accelerator pedal mechanisms in certain vehicles without the presence of floor mats,” said TMS Group Vice President Irv Miller.  “Our investigation indicates that there is a possibility that certain accelerator pedal mechanisms may, in rare instances, mechanically stick in a partially depressed position or return slowly to the idle position. Consistent with our commitment to the safety of our cars and our customers, we have initiated this voluntary recall action.”    

Toyota’s accelerator pedal recall is confined to the following Toyota Division vehicles:    

• 2009-2010 RAV4,
• 2009-2010 Corolla,
• 2009-2010 Matrix,
• 2005-2010 Avalon,
• 2007-2010 Camry,
• 2010 Highlander,
• 2007-2010 Tundra,
• 2008-2010 Sequoia     

No Lexus Division or Scion vehicles are affected by this recall action.  Also not affected are Toyota Prius, Tacoma, Sienna, Venza, Solara, Yaris, 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser and select Camry models, including all Camry hybrids.     

The condition is rare, but can occur when the pedal mechanism becomes worn and, in certain conditions, the accelerator pedal may become harder to depress, slower to return or, in the worst case, stuck in a partially depressed position.  Toyota is working quickly to prepare the correction remedy.   

 In the event that a driver experiences an accelerator pedal that sticks in a partial open throttle position or returns slowly to idle position, the vehicle can be controlled with firm and steady application of the brakes. The brakes should not be pumped repeatedly because it could deplete vacuum assist, requiring stronger brake pedal pressure. The vehicle should be driven to the nearest safe location, the engine shut off and a Toyota dealer contacted for assistance.     Toyota will continue to investigate incidents of unwanted acceleration and take appropriate measures to address any trends that are identified.   

 Toyota owners who have questions or concerns should contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331.

BIG SALAMI RECALL OVER SALMONELLA SCARE

Daniele, Inc. announced Saturday it is initiating a voluntary recall of its Pepper-Coated Salame products because of possible concerns about salmonella.

Preliminary results indicate that eleven ill individuals had consumed salame products from “Daniele Italian Brand Gourmet Pack.” State and federal health officials have been unable to confirm a direct link between the illnesses and any Daniele product.

As recently as last Friday, Jan. 22, Daniele’s Rhode Island facilities were inspected by the state’s Department of Health and the company was found to be meeting all regulatory and food safety standards.

According to the Rhode Island Department of Health, Daniele Inc. has been working diligently with the department and U.S. Department of Agriculture to help identify the source of the contamination.

“Our family business has been producing premium gourmet products for over 60 years,” said Vice President of Sales Davide Dukcevich. “While we conduct further tests, our goal right now is to take prudent, proactive measures to do everything possible to remove any products that do not meet our high standards for quality and taste.”

Anyone having any of the following products with the following UPC should return the product for a full refund at the point of purchase:

 - Daniele All Natural Salame “Coated with Coarse Black Pepper) (10oz) 736436003802
 - Daniele Brand Gourmet Pack (Emballage Assorti Gourmet Italian) (500g)736436707373
 - Daniele Deli Selection (20 oz)736436531024 / 736436854350
 - Daniele deli Selection (32oz) 736436720037
 - Daniele Gourmet Combo Pack (16 oz) 736436707380
 - Daniele Gourmet Deli Selection (Assortment De Fines Charcuterie Italienne) (400g)
736436530131
 - Daniele Gourmet Italian Deli Selection (600g) 736436720051
 - Daniele Italian Brand Gourmet Pack (16 oz) 736436707335 / 736436857313
 - Daniele Italian Brand Gourmet Pack (8oz) 736436847291
 - Daniele Natural Salame Coated with Coarse Black Pepper (catch weight)
 - Daniele Pepper Salame (catch weight) and EW. 736436303308
 - Daniele Salame Bites Pepper Salame (7oz) 736436200393
 - Daniele Surtido Fino Italiano (340g) 736436857092
 - Daniele Surtido Fino Italiano (454g) 736436707335
 - Dietz & Watson Artisan Collection Baby Genoa Pepper Salame (catch weight)
 - Dietz & Watson Artisan Collection Party Platter Pack (8 oz) 031506847103
 - Boar’s Head All Natural Salame (Coated with Coarse Black Pepper) (8oz) 042421160758
 - Black Bear Baby Genoa Pepper Salame (9oz) 630003950226

CONAIR CORP. RECALLS LYSOL STEAM CLEANING MOP

Conair Corp., of Stamford, Conn has recalled about 162,000 Lysol Steam cleaning mops because they pose a burn/laceration hazard. Hot water mixed with Lysol can forcefully spurt out and rupture the housing unit, posing a burn hazard and a laceration hazard to consumers from the broken housing unit. Conair has received 14 reports of hot water forcefully spilling out of the water reservoir compartment including two minor burn injuries to consumers who sought medical attention.

This recall involves the Lysol Steam Cleaning Mop by Conair with model numbers SM10L or SM10LR. The model number is printed on the bottom of the mop under the microfiber cloth. The recalled product was manufactured in China and sold at department, drug, hardware and home improvement stores and mass merchandisers nationwide and on the Internet from September 2006 through September 2009 for about $40.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mop and contact Conair to receive a free replacement steam cleaning mop. For additional information, contact Conair at (800) 687-6916 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.conair.com/recallmop

TOYOTA VEHICLE RECALL

Toyota Motor Sales has announced it would recall approximately 2.3 million vehicles to correct sticking accelerator pedals on specific Toyota Division models. This action is separate from the on-going recall of approximately 4.2 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles to reduce the risk of pedal entrapment by incorrect or out of place accessory floor mats. Approximately 1.7 million Toyota Division vehicles are subject to both separate recall actions.   Toyota’s accelerator pedal recall is confined to the following Toyota Division vehicles:   • 2009-2010 RAV4,
• 2009-2010 Corolla,
• 2009-2010 Matrix,
• 2005-2010 Avalon,
• 2007-2010 Camry,
• 2010 Highlander,
• 2007-2010 Tundra,
• 2008-2010 Sequoia    No Lexus Division or Scion vehicles are affected by this recall action.  Also not affected are Toyota Prius, Tacoma, Sienna, Venza, Solara, Yaris, 4Runner, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser and select Camry models, including all Camry hybrids.    The condition is rare, but can occur when the pedal mechanism becomes worn and, in certain conditions, the accelerator pedal may become harder to depress, slower to return or, in the worst case, stuck in a partially depressed position.  Toyota is working quickly to prepare the correction remedy.   In the event that a driver experiences an accelerator pedal that sticks in a partial open throttle position or returns slowly to idle position, the vehicle can be controlled with firm and steady application of the brakes. The brakes should not be pumped repeatedly because it could deplete vacuum assist, requiring stronger brake pedal pressure. The vehicle should be driven to the nearest safe location, the engine shut off and a Toyota dealer contacted for assistance.   Toyota will continue to investigate incidents of unwanted acceleration and take appropriate measures to address any trends that are identified.   Toyota owners who have questions or concerns should contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331.  


GRACO STROLLER RECALL

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling 1.5 million Graco’s Passage™, Alano™ and Spree™ Strollers and Travel Systems strollers.

The hinges on the stroller’s canopy pose a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to the child when the consumer is opening or closing the canopy.

Graco has received seven reports of children placing their fingers in the stroller’s canopy hinge mechanism while the canopy was being opened or closed, resulting in five fingertip amputations and two fingertip lacerations.

DOREL ASIA RECALLS CRIBS

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling over 600,000 Dorel Asia cribs.
The drop side hardware can fail causing the drop side to detach from the crib. When the drop side detaches it creates a space in which an infant or toddler can become entrapped and suffocate or strangle. In addition, the recalled cribs can pose a serious entrapment and strangulation hazard when a slat is damaged. This can occur while the crib is in use, in storage, being put together, taken apart or reassembled; or during shipping and handling.

CPSC and Dorel Asia SRL received a report of the death of 6-month old child from Cedar Rapids, Iowa who became entrapped and strangled in a crib after the drop side hardware broke. The crib continued to be used after the parents tried to repair the drop side themselves. CPSC and Dorel Asia received reports of 31 drop side incidents. In six of those incidents, children were entrapped between the drop side and crib mattress. Three children suffered from bruises as a result of the entrapment. In addition, CPSC and Dorel Asia received reports of 36 incidents of slat breakage, including seven reports of bruises and scratches to children and two reports of entrapment that resulted in no injury.

CARAMIA FURNITURE RECALLS DROP-SIDE CRIBS

Caramia Furniture and Mother Hubbard's Cupboards is recalling 1,000 of their Diana Crib
because the slats on the cribs drop-side can detach from the top and bottom rails, posing fall and entrapment hazards to the child.

The firm has received 18 reports of slats detaching from the rails of the crib. No injuries have been reported.

This recall involves Caramia “Diana” drop-side cribs. The cribs were manufactured between September 2002 and June 2004. A label affixed to the inside of the headboard or footboard lists the manufacturing dates.

They were sold at Buy Buy Baby and juvenile product and mass merchandise stores nationwide from September 2002 through December 2005 for between $240 and $370.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Diane crib and contact Caramia Furniture to receive a free replacement drop side. The free replacement will be available beginning March 2010.

For additional information, contact Caramia Urniture at (877) 728-0342 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.caramiafurniture.com

CHRYSLER RECALLS 24,000 DODGE, JEEP VEHICLES

The Chrysler Group is recalling 24,000 of their Dodge and Jeep vehicles. A defective part has led the group to recall 24,000 of the 2009 and 2010 Dodge and Jeep vehicles.

The faulty part is a malformed brake booster rod-retaining clip that could cause sudden brake failure. The recall affects the 2010 Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger sedans, Dodge Nitro, Jeep Liberty, Jeep Commander, and Grand Cherokee SUVs. 2009 and 2010 Ram trucks are also included in the list.

The part has not even been fitted in some Ram trucks, according to the reports.

The Chrysler factory workers detected the faulty brake system while the company is unaware of any injuries or accidents related to the defective part, according to documents filed by Chrysler with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Owners of the listed models call NHTSA vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or Chrysler at 800-853-1403 for more details on this recall.

GIANT EAGLE & FOOD CLUB FROZEN HASH BROWNS RECALLED

Giant Eagle has voluntarily recalled Giant Eagle and Food Club frozen loose hash browns.

There is a bacterium in the products that are made in the same facility.

Giant Eagle immediately performed a voluntary market recall of all potentially affected products and engaged an independent laboratory to test samples of these products.

Giant Eagle has confirmed that some of these products have tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause listeriosis which is a potentially serious infection.

Listeriosis affects primarily persons of advanced age, pregnant women, newborns and adults with weakened immune systems.

HOME IMPROVEMENT BOOKS RECALLED

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling several Home Improvement Books by Oxmoor House due to faulty wiring instructions. The books contain errors in the technical diagrams and wiring instructions that could lead consumers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring, posing an electrical shock or fire hazard to consumers.

The recall involves nine home improvement books:
AmeriSpec Home Repair Handbook   
Lowe’s Complete Home Improvement and Repair   
Lowe’s Complete Home Wiring   
Sunset Basic Home Repairs   
Sunset Complete Home Wiring   
Sunset Complete Patio Book   
Sunset Home Repair Handbook   
Sunset Water Gardens   
Sunset You Can Build - Wiring

These books were sold at home improvement stores and bookstores nationwide from January 1975 through December 2009 for between $13 and $35.

Consumers should immediately stop using these books and contact Oxmoor House for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Oxmoor House toll-free at (866) 696-7602 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.sunsetrecall.com

PRECIOUS MOMENTS ANGEL CHRISTMAS TREE TOPPERS

Precious Moments Inc. of Carthage, Mo in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled about 4,300 "Precious Moments" angel Christmas tree toppers. Undersized wiring can cause the tree topper’s switch assembly to overheat and melt posing a fire hazard. Precious Moments has received two reported incident involving the tree topper overheating. No injuries have been reported.

The recalled tree toppers are 10 inch tall vinyl angels with LED lighted wings. The angels are white, gold and yellow and they are holding either a star or a set of bells.

These were sold a Menards, Shopko and Blain’s Farm and Fleet nationwide from August 2009 through December 2009 for about $18. Consumers should immediately stop using the tree toppers and return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Precious Moments at (877) 778-7275 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.preciousmoments.com

"ACTION TEAM" TOY DART GUN SET

OKK Trading Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif. cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the recall of about 22,000 "Action Team" toy dart gun sets.

If a child places the soft, pliable plastic dart in his/her mouth, he/she is likely to choke/aspirate the dart into her/her throat impairing the child’s ability to breathe. If the dart is not immediately removed, brain damage or death can occur. The CPSC and OKK Trading have received one report of the November 2007 death of an 8-year-old boy in Port Arthur, Texas. The child reportedly was chewing on the toy dart when he inadvertently swallowed it and it became lodged in his throat blocking his ability to breathe.

The “ACTION TEAM” play set has a toy gun with three soft rubber darts, a S.W.A.T. watch, a baton, walkie-talkie, a whistle, and a badge with a clip and an identification card. The soft, pliable orange plastic darts have a nearly 2 ½ inch long shaft and an approximately ¾ inch diameter suction cup. The toy gun is black with an orange nose and trigger and red spring release mechanism. “Made in China” is printed on one side of the barrel.

These were sold a discount department stores nationwide from December 2006 through March 2008 for about $1. Consumers should immediately take the recalled dart gun sets away from children and contact OKK Trading to return the toy for a $3 bounty. OKK Trading will provide a free postage paid envelope for consumers to return the toy.

For additional information, contact OKK Trading toll-free at (877) 655-8697 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.okktrading.com

CO2 BICYCLE TIRE INFLATORS

Todson Inc., of North Attleboro, Massin cooperation with the Consumer Product safety Commission has issued a recall of 24,000 CO2 Zefal bicycle tire inflators. The pressurized cartridge containing carbon dioxide (CO2) can forcefully separate from the pump head, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.

This recall involves Zefal CO2 bicycle tire inflators with a small pressurized carbon dioxide cartridge. The metal cartridge is threaded into the inflator head, which allows for the controlled release of carbon dioxide into the bicycle inner tube. The recalled inflators have “Zefal EZ+ CO2 inflator” printed on the front of the package. Model number 5602 and UPC number 798661556020 is printed on the back.

These were sold at Walmart stores nationwide from August 2009 through November 2009 for about $15. Consumers should immediately stop using the inflators and return them to Walmart for a full refund.

For additional information, contact Todson Inc. at (800) 213- 4561 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.todson.com

BLIND RECALL:

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and The Window Covering Safety Council (WCSC) are announcing an industry-wide voluntary corrective action plan covering roman-style shades and roll-up blinds to prevent the potential hazard of strangulation to young children. The recall involves window coverings that can form a loop and cause strangulation. According to information provided by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, since 1990, more than 200 infants and young children have died from accidentally strangling in window cords.

Consumers can obtain free retrofit kits for roman style fabric looped and flat panel shades and roll up blinds online at www.windowcoverings.org or by calling WCSC’s toll-free phone line at 1-800-506-4636.

Parents and caregivers are being reminded of potential window-cord dangers and are urged to make the right choice and only use cordless window products in homes with young children. Owners and renters should replace all window coverings in the home made before 2001 with today’s safer products.

To maximize window-cord safety when young children are present, consumers are urged to follow these safety guidelines: Install only cordless window coverings in homes with young children. Replace window blinds, corded shades and draperies manufactured before 2001 with today’s safer products. Move all cribs, beds, furniture and toys away from windows and window cords, preferably to another wall.Keep all window pull cords and inner lift cords out of the reach of children.  Make sure that tasseled pull cords are short and continuous-loop cords are permanently anchored to the floor or wall.  Make sure cord stops are properly installed and adjusted to limit movement of inner lift cords. Lock cords into position whenever horizontal blinds or shades are lowered, including when they come to rest on a windowsill.

The Window Covering Safety Council is a coalition of major U.S. manufacturers, importers and retailers of window coverings. 

CHILDREN'S PLUSH BOOKS

Simon & Schuster Inc., of New York, N.Y. has announced the recall of about 142,000 "Monday the Bullfrog" plush books due to a choking hazard. The plastic eyes on the frog can detach, which may pose a choking hazard to young children

Simon & Schuster has received reports of three plastic eyes that detached after use and one unit that was packaged with a detached eye. No injuries have been reported. Monday the Bullfrog is a plush puppet bullfrog with a board book attached to the frog’s mouth. It was sold in clear plastic packaging, and the book is marked with ISBN numbers 10: 1416912312 and 13: 9781416912316 printed inside the mouth of the bullfrog.

The recalled items were sold at bookstores and retailers nationwide and online from January 2006 through November 2009 for about $18.Consumers should immediately place the product out of a child’s reach and contact Simon & Schuster for a free replacement product.

For more information, call Simon & Schuster at (800) 732-9531 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the company's Web site at http://kids.simonandschuster.com

LED ROCKETSHIP PALPODzzz PORTABLE NIGHTLIGHTS

OSRAM SYLVANIA Products Inc., of Danvers, Mass has recalled 26,000 LED ROCKETSHIP PALPODzzz portable nightlights due to an electrical shock hazard. The bottom plastic cover on the recharging base of the portable nightlight can break, exposing internal electrical components. The firm has received three reports of the bottom of the recharging base breaking and consumers touching internal electrical components that resulted in minor electric shocks.

This recall involves LED Rocketship PalPODzzz™ portable nightlights with model number 72174. The product can also be used as an emergency light or a flashlight. The nightlight is shaped as a rocket ship and sits in a plastic recharging base that plugs into the wall. The model number and date codes “0808” or “0908” are printed on the label attached to the bottom cover of the recharging base.

These were sold at the Home Depot, Stop & Shop, and other retailers nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Smarthome.com, and Sylvaniaonlinestore.com from October 2008 through November 2009 for between $15 and $20. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable nightlights and contact OSRAM SYLVANIA for a free replacement portable nightlight and a $5 coupon credit for OSRAM SYLVANIA products.

For additional information, contact OSRAM SYLVANIA at (877)-423-3772 Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET or visit the firm’s Web site at www.sylvania.com

ALKA SELTZER COLD CAPSULES

Bayer is recalling 100,000 packages of Alka-Seltzer cold capsules because some do not properly display warning information about drowsiness.

Risk information about drowsiness does not appear on all packaging for the night time capsules. The product contains separately packaged capsules of both the day and night formulation. The night formula includes an antihistamine ingredient to help users get to sleep.

The problem was caused by human error during the printing process.

The Alka-Seltzer day and night formula was distributed to pharmacies and other retailers nationwide. Stores have been advised to destroy products from the affected lot. Bayer stressed that the labeling issue does not affect any other Alka-Seltzer products.

Consumers who purchased packages from lot 296939L can contact Bayer for a refund at (800) 986-3307.

AMBY BABY MOTION BED

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling Amby Baby Motion Beds because of two deaths.

About 24,000 of them were sold online at Ambybaby.com and other Internet retailers from January 2003 through October 2009 for about $250.

The side-to-side shifting or tilting of the hammock can cause the infant to roll and become entrapped or wedged against the hammock’s fabric and/or mattress pad, resulting in a suffocation hazard.

Amby Baby is aware of two infant suffocation deaths in the Amby Baby hammock. In June 2009, a 4-month-old girl in Lawrenceville, Ga died in a baby hammock and in August 2009, a 5-month-old boy from Gresham, Ore.

Consumers should immediately stop using the Amby Baby motion beds/hammocks and contact Amby Baby USA for a free repair kit. Parents and caregivers are urged to find an alternative, safe sleeping environment for their baby.

Contact Amby Baby USA toll-free at (866) 544-9721 between 9 a.m. and 5p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ambybaby.com

SLIM FAST

Slim Fast is voluntarily recalling ALL of their ready to drink products.

The company says it's due to a possible contamination with dangerous bacteria.

The recall involves all drinks regardless of flavor, best by date, lot code, or UPC number.

The company says they found bacillus cereus which can cause diarrhea and vomiting.