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1. Ross Stores Recalls Bistro Chairs Due to Fall Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Ross-Stores-Recalls-Bistro-Chairs/
2. Bad Boy Buggies Recalls Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Bad-Boy-Buggies-Recalls-Recreational-Off-Road-Vehicles/
3. Shivvers Recalls Country Clipper Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Shivvers-Recalls-Country-Clipper-Riding-Lawn-Mowers/
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1.
Recall Date: September 25, 2014
Recall Number: 14-280
Ross Stores Recalls Bistro Chairs Due to Fall Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Metal Bistro Chairs
Hazard: The chair’s seat can fail to attach to the frame when the chair is unfolded, causing the chair to collapse. This poses a fall hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Refund
Consumer Contact: Ross toll-free at (877) 455-7677 anytime or online at www.rossstores.com then click on “Recalled Products and Legal Notices” on the bottom banner for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 840
Description: This recall involves metal folding bistro chairs that are orange and have perforations on the seat. The chairs measure about 36 inches tall by 15 inches wide by 16 inches deep. SKU 400101018858 is found on the product hangtag.
Incidents/Injuries: Ross has received three reports of minor injuries from the chairs collapsing, including a back strain and minor bruises.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chairs with seats that do not attach to the frame and return them to any Ross store for a full refund.
Sold exclusively at: Ross stores nationwide from February 2014 through April 2014 for about $30.
Importer: Ross Procurement Inc., of Dublin, Calif.
Manufactured in: China
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2.
Recall Date: September 25, 2014
Recall Number: 14-281
Bad Boy Buggies Recalls Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Crash Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Bad Boy Buggies Off-Road Vehicles
Hazard: Incorrect parking brake adjustments and improperly bled brake lines can diminish a consumer’s braking ability, posing a crash hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Consumer Contact: Bad Boy Buggies toll-free at (855) 738-3711 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.badboybuggies.com and click on “Recall Information” at the bottom of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 4,460
Description: This recall involves gas- and electric-powered, four-wheeled recreational vehicles manufactured by Bad Boy Buggies. The vehicles have bench seats for the driver and passenger, a cargo bed in the rear of the two-person model, and a rear-facing back seat in the four-person model. The recreational vehicles were sold in black, camouflage, green and red, and have 1¾ inch tubular steel exterior frames. The recalled off-road vehicles have serial numbers ranging from 8004970 through 8012901. Serial numbers are printed on a plate or label on the steering column. Brand and model names are printed on the side and front panels of the vehicle. For a list of model names included in the recall, click here: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Bad-Boy-Buggies-Recalls-Recreational-Off-Road-Vehicles/
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vehicles and contact Bad Boy Buggies or an authorized dealer for a free repair.
Sold at: Bad Boy Buggies dealers nationwide from August 2012 through May 2014 for between $9,600 and $14,400.
Manufacturer: Bad Boy Buggies, of Augusta, Ga.
Manufactured in: United States
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3.
Recall Date: September 25, 2014
Recall Number: 14-282
Shivvers Recalls Country Clipper Riding Lawn Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Riding lawn mowers
Hazard: The ignition module can fail to ground, resulting in overheating and melting, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Consumer Contact: Country Clipper at (800) 344-8237 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.countryclipper.com and click on Recall on the left side of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 1,650 in the U.S. and 261 in Canada
Description: This recall involves model year 2012, 2013 and 2014 Country Clipper riding lawn mowers. The recalled mowers are equipped with 27-horsepower Kohler Command CV740 or Kohler Courage SV740 twin cylinder engines. The Command engine is dark gray and has the name and model number on a label on the side of the engine near the air filter. The Courage engine has a black engine shroud and has the name and model number on the top of the shroud. The recalled mowers are steered by either a joystick or two steering arms. The recalled mowers were manufactured from October 2011 to May 2014 and include the model names Challenger, Charger, Edge, Jazee, Jazee Pro and Jazee Pro DLX. A full list of model years and model numbers being recalled can be viewed here: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Shivvers-Recalls-Country-Clipper-Riding-Lawn-Mowers/
The mower model number and manufacture date are on the mower serial number plate on the side frame rail by the foot floor pan on the driver's right side.
Incidents/Injuries: Shivvers has received reports of four lawn mower ignition modules overheating and melting. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lawn mowers and contact a Country Clipper dealer to schedule a free repair.
Sold at: Country Clipper lawn mower dealers nationwide from October 2011 to May 2014 for between $5,300 and $9,500.
Manufacturer: Shivvers Manufacturing Inc., of Corydon, Iowa
Manufactured in: United States
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