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1. GNU Snowboard Bindings Recalled by Mervin Manufacturing Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/GNU-Snowboard-Bindings-Recalled-by-Mervin-Manufacturing/
2. H&M Reannounces Recall of Children's Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/HM-Reannounces-Recall-of-Childrens-Water-Bottles/
3. Vive La Fete Recalls Children's Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Vive-La-Fete-Recalls-Childrens-Pajamas/
4. KTM North America Recalls KTM and Husaberg Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/KTM-North-America-Recalls-KTM-and-Husaberg-Motorcyclyes/
5. Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Sweet Lambie Crib Bumpers Due to Entanglement Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Pottery-Barn-Kids-Recalls-Sweet-Lambie-Bumpers/
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1.
Recall Date: May 28, 2013
Recall Number: 13-200
GNU Snowboard Bindings Recalled by Mervin Manufacturing Due to Fall Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of product: GNU Snowboard Bindings
Hazard: The ankle straps can break posing a fall hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the bindings and contact Mervin Manufacturing for instructions for receiving free replacement straps.
Consumer Contact: Mervin Manufacturing at (800) 905-0551 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.mervin.com and click on Recall for additional information.
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/GNU-Snowboard-Bindings-Recalled-by-Mervin-Manufacturing/
Recall Details
Units: About 6,800 pairs in the U.S. and 1200 in Canada
Description: The recalled snowboard bindings include men's, youth, and women's sizes. The bindings attach to the snowboard with screws, and to the snowboard boot with straps with buckles. The brand name "GNU" is imprinted on the front of the straps or on the baseplate. The SKU number can be found on the model sticker located on the original packaging. The following styles and SKU numbers are included in the recall:
MEN'S MODELS:
Name SKU #
AGRO 213710 - 213720
BACKDOOR 213105 - 213115
CHOICE 213510 - 213540
MUTANT/BIGFOOT 213610 - 213640
PSYCH 213410 - 213460
STREET 213205 - 213235
WEIRD 213305 - 213355
YOUTH MODELS:
Name SKU #
GNUNIOR 213005
WOMEN'S MODELS:
Name SKU #
B-FAMOUS/YETI 214405 - 214435
B-FREE COPPER 214305 - 214335
B-HERE 214205 - 214230
B-REAL 214105 - 214130
B-TRUE 214005 - 214010
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 30 reports of the binding straps breaking. No injuries were reported.
Sold at: Specialty Sports Inc., REI and other national, small chain and independent sporting goods stores, and online at www.backcountry.com and www.mervin.com from August 2012 to March 2013 for between $125 and $310.
Importer: Mervin Manufacturing, of Seattle, Wash.
Manufactured in: Slovakia
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at:
http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/33615r-eng.php
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2.
Recall Date: May 29, 2013
Recall Number: 13-201
H&M Reannounces Recall of Children's Water Bottles Due to Choking Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of product: Children's Water Bottles
Hazard: The water bottle's spout can break off, posing a choking hazard to children.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the water bottle and call H&M to receive a prepaid mailer to return the bottle. Upon receipt of the returned bottle, consumers will be mailed a full refund plus a $25 H&M gift card.
Consumer Contact: H&M toll-free at (855) 466-7467 from 7 a.m. to 12 midnight CT daily or visit the firm's website at www.hm.com and click on United States, then Customer Service at the bottom of the page and Recalled Items from the left column for more information.
Photos are available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/HM-Reannounces-Recall-of-Childrens-Water-Bottles/
Recall Details
Units: About 2,900 (previously recalled in Sept. 2012)
Description: This recall includes previously recalled 16 oz. plastic water bottles that came in pink with a crackle design or blue. The bottles have flip-top lids in coordinated pink and blue colors. "H&M Sweden," www.hm.com and a date clock with the manufacture date are embossed on the bottom of the bottle. The recalled products were manufactured in June 2012. The inner circle on the date clock stamp contains the number 12 with an arrow between the two numbers. The arrow points at the number 6 in an outer circle of numbers.
Incidents/Injuries: H&M has received one report of an incident in England of the water bottle spout breaking off in a child's mouth as the child was drinking from the bottle. No injuries have been reported.
Sold exclusively at: H&M stores with children's departments nationwide from July 2012 through March 2013 for between $1.50 and $5. About 200 of the bottles were sold after the original recall was announced in September 2012.
Importer: H & M Hennes & Mauritz, L.P., New York, N.Y.
Manufactured in: Italy
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3.
Recall Date: May 29, 2013
Recall Number: 13-202
Vive La Fete Recalls Children's Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of product: Children's two-piece pajama sets
Hazard: The pajamas fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.
Remedy: Refund
Consumer Contact: Vive La Fete at (800) 535-7396 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, online at www.vivelafete.com and click on Product Recall at the bottom of the page under the Shopping With section.
Photos available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Vive-La-Fete-Recalls-Childrens-Pajamas/
Recall Details
Units: About 710
Description: This recall involves Vive La Fete children's cotton or cotton/polyester two-piece pajama sets with style numbers HSH158BPL and HSH159BPL. They were sold in children's sizes 6 months through size 12. They consist of a long-sleeve shirt with collar and buttons paired with matching full-length pants with elastic waistband. Pajama set style HSH158BPL is blue with a white snowflake pattern. Pajama set style HSH159BPL is red and white gingham checkered pattern. The style number is printed on a white label located on the garments hangtag. There are two tags sewn into the neckline. "VIVE LA ���TE" is printed on the top tag. The garment size and fiber content with the phrases "CARE ON REVERSE" and "MADE IN EL SALVADOR" are printed on the bottom tag.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the pajamas and contact Vive La Fete for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
Sold at: Boutiques, children's specialty stores nationwide and online at www.vivelafete.com from September 2012 to January 2013 for about $40.
Importer: Vive La Fete Inc., of Miami
Manufactured in: El Salvador
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4.
Recall Date: May 29, 2013
Recall Number: 13-203
KTM North America Recalls KTM and Husaberg Motorcycles Due to Crash Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of product: Competition/Closed Course and Enduro Motorcycles
Hazard: During use, the throttle cable can malfunction and result in an uncontrollable throttle. This poses a crash hazard to the rider.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled KTM and Husaberg motorcycles and contact a KTM or Husaberg authorized dealer to schedule a free repair.
Consumer Contact: KTM North America Inc. or Husaberg North America toll-free at (888) 985-6090 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.ktm.com, then click on Dealer & Service and select Service, or at www.husaberg.com, click on Dealers & Service, then select Service, then click on Service & Safety Check for more information.
Photos are available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/KTM-North-America-Recalls-KTM-and-Husaberg-Motorcyclyes/
Recall Details
Units: About 7,000
Description: The recall includes 13 models of KTM and Husaberg brand competition/closed-course and off-road motorcycles. Eleven 2013 KTM models are being recalled: 85 SX, 85 SXS, 125 SX, 150 SX, 150 XC, 200 XC-W, 250 SX, 250 XC, 250 XC-W, 300 XC and 300 XC-W. Two 2012 and 2013 Husaberg models are being recalled: TE 250 and TE 300. The model number is printed on the rear fender on both sides of the motorcycles below the tail end of the seat. The KTM motorcycles are black and orange and KTM is printed on the front number plate and on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. The Husaberg motorcycles are blue, yellow and white with Husaberg printed on both sides of the shrouds covering the fuel tank. Consumers can identify the model year by checking the letter in the 10th position of the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the right side of the steering head. The letter "C" is a 2012 model; "D" is a 2013 model.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Sold at: Authorized KTM and Husaberg dealerships nationwide from January 2012 to April 2013 for between $ 5,300 and $ 8,450.
Importer: KTM North America Inc., of Amherst, Ohio
Manufacturer: KTM-Sportmotorcycle AG, of Mattighofen, Austria
Manufactured in: Austria
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5. Recall Date: May 29, 2013
Recall Number: 13-204
Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Sweet Lambie Crib Bumpers Due to Entanglement Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.-Consumers should stop using this product, which is being recalled voluntarily, unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of product: Sweet Lambie Crib Bumper
Hazard: The thread in the decorative stitching on the bumper can loosen, posing an entanglement hazard to infants.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately check the tag on the bumper for the month and year of manufacture and stop using the bumper if the date is 04/2009 through 07/2012. Consumers with recalled bumpers should contact Pottery Barn Kids for instructions on how to return the bumpers to receive a gift card in the amount of a full refund or a replacement bumper and to receive free return shipping for recalled bumpers.
Consumer Contact: Pottery Barn Kids; toll-free at (855) 323-5138, from 7 a.m. to midnight ET daily, or online at www.potterybarnkids.com and click on Safety Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
Photos are available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Pottery-Barn-Kids-Recalls-Sweet-Lambie-Bumpers/
Recall Details
Units: About 12,000
Description: This recall involves Pottery Barn Kids Sweet Lambie Bumpers manufactured from April 2009 through July 2012. The cotton bumpers are padded and fit standard cribs. Lambs in grass and lambs with trees are embroidered on the interior and exterior of the bumpers. They were available in the colors pink, blue and ivory/oatmeal. Model number "70885," "708917" or "79883" and "Sweet Lambie Bumper" appear on a tag fastened to the bottom edge of the bumpers. The date of manufacture in MM/YYYY format is printed on a tag attached to the bumper near the model number tag.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received two reports of the decorative stitching coming loose and entangling children, including reports of the thread wrapping around a child's neck. No serious injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Pottery Barn Kids stores and catalogs and Pottery Barn Outlet stores nationwide, and online at potterybarnkids.com from April 2009 through July 2012 for between $129 and $149.
Importer: Pottery Barn Kids, a division of Williams-Sonoma Inc., of San Francisco
Manufacturer: Pure Mars, of China
Manufactured in: China
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