-----------NEWS from CPSC-----------
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.cpsc.gov
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This message consists of the following:
1. West Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards, http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/West-Music-Recalls-Egg-Shaker-Toy-Instruments/
2. PT Domusindo Perdana Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards; Sold Exclusively at JC Penney, http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/PT-Domusindo-Perdana-Recalls-Drop-Side-Cribs/
3. WRSI Recalls Kayaking and Rafting Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard, http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/WRSI-Recalls-Kayaking-and-Rafting-Helmets/
4. 3M Recalls Filtrete Room Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard, http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/3M-Recalls-Filtrete-Room-Air-Purifiers/
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1. West Music Recalls Egg-Shaker Toy Instruments Due to Choking and Aspiration Hazards
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 26, 2013
Recall number: 13-150
Name of product: Basic Beat BB201 standard egg shaker
Hazard: The outer "end cap" that is glued onto the top, smallest part of the egg can come off, posing a small part choking or aspiration hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled egg shaker toy instruments away from young children and contact West Music for a free replacement product.
Consumer Contact: West Music at (800) 397-9378 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, e-mail at service@music.com or online at www.westmusic.com and click on Help & FAQs and Recalls for more information.
Units: About 6,500
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/West-Music-Recalls-Egg-Shaker-Toy-Instruments/
Description: These recalled egg-shaker toy instruments are plastic, egg-shaped instruments sold in five colors: yellow, green, blue, red and purple. The toy instruments are about the size of small eggs and have a "Basic Beat" label printed on the front of the product. The product is marked for children ages 3 years and older but West Music is concerned with the possibility of the egg being used by or near a younger child. The toy instruments have Lot Number 0E0212 located on the bottom of the roundest part of the egg.
Incidents/Injuries: West Music has received three reports of ends popping off, with no injuries reported.
Sold at: West Music stores, West Music Catalog, Westmusic.com, Amazon.com and at West Music booths at summer workshops from July 2012 through October 2012 for about $1.50 each.
Manufacturer: Bongo Logic Development LTD, of Hong Kong
Manufactured in: China
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2. PT Domusindo Perdana Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards; Sold Exclusively at JC Penney
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 26, 2013
Recall number: 13-151
Name of product: PT Domusindo Perdana drop-side cribs
Hazard: The cribs' drop sides can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position, creating a space into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled cribs and contact customer service at Modus Furniture International to get a free immobilizer kit that will immobilize the drop side. The immobilizer kits will be available in May 2013. In the meantime, parents are encouraged to find an alternate, safe sleep environment for the child, such as a bassinet, play yard or toddler bed depending on your child's age.
Consumer Contact: Modus Furniture International at (800) 827-2129 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's website at www.savannababy.com and click on the Recall tab for more information.
Units: About 73,000
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/PT-Domusindo-Perdana-Recalls-Drop-Side-Cribs/
Description: This recall includes 14 models of PT Domusindo Perdana wooden drop-side cribs. The name, model number and date codes are printed on the plywood mattress board.
Model # | Description | Date Code
343-1509 | Jenny Lind Crib | 01/1991-12/1997151
343-3810 | Christopher Crib | 2001151
343-5500 | Early American Crib | 01/1998-12/1999151
343-6771 | Scottsdale Crib | 01/1998/12/1999151
343-7100 | Sleigh Crib without Rosette | 01/2004-12/2006
343-7134 | Sleigh Crib | 01/2001-2/2004
343-7144 | Anniversary Sleigh Crib | 01/2002-12/2004
343-7753 | Kristin Crib | 01/1998-12/1999
343-8249 | Cameron Crib | 01/1998/12/1999
343-8020 | Solid Panel Sleigh Crib | 01/2001-12/2002
343-8070 | Roll Bar Convertible Crib | 01/2004-12/2005
343-8155 | Anniversary Convertible
Sleigh Crib | 01/2002-12/2006
343-8200 | Spindle Convertible Crib | 01/2001-12/2005
343-8913 | Bella 3-in-1 Crib | 01/2005-12/2008
Incidents/Injuries: CPSC and the firm are aware of three incidents involving drop side rails that malfunctioned or detached. No injuries were reported.
Sold at: JCPenney.com and the JCPenney catalog from January 1998 through December 2008 for between $200 and $400.
Importer: JC Penney Corp., of Plano, Texas
Manufacturer: PT Domusindo Perdana, of Indonesia
Manufactured in: Indonesia
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3. WRSI Recalls Kayaking and Rafting Helmets Due to Head Injury Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 26, 2013 Recall number: 13-152Enlarge
Name of product: Whitewater Kayaking and Rafting Helmets
Hazard: The chinstrap buckle can fail, posing a head injury hazard to users.
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact WRSI for a free replacement or full refund.
Consumer Contact: WRSI; toll-free at (888) 441-1041, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT Monday through Friday, email buckle@whitewaterhelmet.com, or online at www.whitewaterhelmets.com and click on "Safety Alert" at the center of the home page for more information.
In conjunction with: Health Canada
Units: About 2,000 in the United States and 200 in Canada
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/WRSI-Recalls-Kayaking-and-Rafting-Helmets/
Description: This recall involves WRSI Moment and Trident models whitewater kayaking and rafting helmets. They have a black chinstrap with a black plastic buckle and were sold in sizes S/M and M/L. "WRSI" is printed under or on top of the helmet's visor. WRSI's "Wave Logo" is visible on the back of the Moment helmet. "WRSI" is printed vertically on the back of the Trident helmet. The part number is printed on the hang tag of both models. Helmets in the following colors or color combinations and sizes, and with the part numbers listed below, are being recalled:
Moment Model (with and without vents)
Color and Size | Part Number
Glossy red - S/M | 852145003633 and 852145003657
Glossy red - M/L | 852145003602 and 852145003619
Matte black - S/M | 852145003626 and 852145003640
Matte black - M/L | 852145003589 and 852145003596
Trident Model
Color and Size | Part Number
Black Rasta - M/L | 852145003411
Black with pinstripe - S/M | 852145003466
Black with pinstripe - M/L | 852145003367
Blue/Carbon - S/M | 852145003459
Blue/Carbon - M/L | 852145003398
Green/Army green - S/M | 852145003480
Green/Army green - M/L | 852145003381
Green/Carbon - S/M | 852145003442
Green/Carbon - M/L | 852145003404
Red/Burnt red - S/M | 852145003473
Red/Burnt red - M/L | 852145003374
Incidents/Injuries: WRSI is aware of 10 incidents of chinstrap failures. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Northwest River Supplies and sporting goods stores nationwide and online at www.whitewaterhelmet.com from March 2012 through November 2012 for between $140 and $170.
Importer: Whitewater Technology Associates, LC, dba Whitewater Research & Safety Institute (WRSI), of Park City, Utah.
Manufactured in: China
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4. 3M Recalls Filtrete Room Air Purifiers Due to Fire Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 26, 2013
Recall number: 13-154
Name of product: Filtrete(tm) room air purifiers
Hazard: The ion generator in the air purifiers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug the recalled air purifier and contact 3M to obtain a prepaid shipping box to return the product for a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: 3M Company; at (800) 388-3458 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.filtrete.com/roomairpurifiers and click on the link FAP00-RS recall for more information.
Units: About 10,000
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/3M-Recalls-Filtrete-Room-Air-Purifiers/
Description: This recall involves 3M air purifiers branded Filtrete. The air purifiers are white, made of plastic and plug into the wall. They measure about 19 inches tall by 8 inches wide with a 13 inch tall by 4.5 inch wide air filter. They have a two-speed fan knob with Filtrete embossed on the top. The two recalled models are Ultra Quiet, number FAP00-RS, and Maximum Allergen, number FAP00-L, which was sold only at Lowe's stores. The products serial numbers begin with E, F, G, H, I or J and the model and serial numbers are located on the bottom of the product.
Incidents/Injuries: 3M has received two incident reports: one of an air purifier overheating and another of an internal room air purifier filter catching fire. No injuries or property damage reported.
Sold at: Ultra Quiet at Ace Hardware, Bi-Mart, Do It Best, Fred Meyer, Handy Hardware Wholesale, Nuthouse, Orchard Supply, Orgill Bros., Petco, Rite Aid, Strosniders, Theisen Farm & Home, True Value Hardware stores nationwide, and online at Amazon.com and others. Maximum Allergen sold only at Lowe's stores. The FAP00-RS model was sold from November 2008 through January 2013, and the FAP00-L model was sold from October 2012 through January 2013, both for about $60.
Importer: 3M Company, of St. Paul, Minn.
Manufactured in: Taiwan
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