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1. Trimfoot Recalls Children's Soft-Soled Sneakers Due to Choking Hazard; Sold exclusively at Macy's http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Trimfoot-Recalls-Childrens-Soft-Soled-Sneakers/
2. Franklin Fueling Systems Recalls Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose Due to Fire and Explosion Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Franklin-Fueling-Systems-Recalls-Hardwall-Fuel-Curb-Hose/
3. Active Apparel Recalls Boys Fission Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Active-Apparel-Recalls-Boys-Fission-Zipper-Hooded-Sweatshirts/
4. Pure Baby Organics Boys Hoodie Recalled by Chantique’s Corp. Due To Strangulation Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2014/Pure-Baby-Organics-Boys-Hoodie-Recalled-by-Chantiques-Corp/
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1.
Recall Date: September 30, 2014
Recall Number: 14-284
Trimfoot Recalls Children's Soft-Soled Sneakers Due to Choking Hazard; Sold exclusively at Macy's
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Children's soft-soled shoes
Hazard: A small metal eyelet can detach from the inside of the sneaker, posing a choking hazard to infants.
Remedy: Refund
Consumer Contact: Trimfoot at (800) 325-6116 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, or online at www.trimfootco.com, then click on Recall on left side of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Units: 5,300
Description: The recall involves First Impressions high-top, soft-soled sneakers for infants that are crawling or standing. The recalled shoes have blue denim soles and uppers, brown canvas tongues, tan shoe laces and white polyurethane toes. Each upper has eight 3/16 inch eyelets for the laces. The shoes came in sizes 0, 1, 2 and 3. Style number 42090 is on a cloth tag inside of shoe.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled shoes away from children and return the shoes to Macy's or contact Trimfoot for a full refund.
Sold exclusively at: Macy’s stores nationwide from February 2014 to August, 2014 for about $17.
Importer: Trimfoot Co. LLC., of Farmington, Mo.
Manufactured in: China
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2.
Recall Date: September 30, 2014
Recall Number: 14-285
Franklin Fueling Systems Recalls Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose Due to Fire and Explosion Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Hardwall Fuel Curb Hose
Hazard: The crimp on the fuel hose can loosen causing fuel to leak, posing a fire and explosion hazard.
Remedy: Replace, Refund
Consumer Contact: Franklin Fueling Systems at (800) 225-9787 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.franklinfueling.com and click on “Recall Information: Recall of 1” Hardwall Curb Hose” for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 6,700
Description: The FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON hardwall curb hose is 1 inch in diameter ranging in lengths from 9 inches to 100 feet, including various made-to-order lengths, with fixed and swivel fittings. The product is used in conjunction with the gas station nozzle to dispense or transfer refined fuels such as gasoline, diesel, ethanol blends and biodiesel blends (up to E15). The recalled hoses come in black, green, blue, yellow or red. A date code of M1014 through M3014 in WWYY format, is on the fitting with model numbers starting with FLHFR3XX XXX or FLXHW3XX XXX. On the products with a fixed fitting, the model number is on a label on the crimp ferrule. On products with a swivel fitting, the model number can be found on the label of the box in which it was shipped. “FLEX-ING™ FLEX-ON” or “FLEXSTEEL FUTURA” are printed on the hoses.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled hardwall curb hose and contact the firm to receive a full refund or a replacement hose.
Sold to: Distributors, contractors and gasoline stations nationwide from March 2014 through July 2014 for between $20 and $560 depending on length.
Manufacturer: Franklin Fueling Systems Inc., of Madison, Wisc.
Manufactured in: United States
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3.
Recall Date: September 30, 2014
Recall Number: 14-286
Active Apparel Recalls Boys Fission Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts Due to Strangulation Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Boys Zipper Hooded Sweatshirts
Hazard: The sweatshirts have drawstrings around the neck area which pose a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation or an entanglement hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines about drawstrings in children's upper outerwear. In 1997, those guidelines were incorporated into a voluntary standard. Then, in July 2011, based on the guidelines and voluntary standard, CPSC issued a federal regulation. CPSC's actions demonstrate a commitment to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on neck and waist drawstrings in upper outerwear, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Remedy: Refund
Consumer Contact: Active Apparel toll-free at (844) 861-5308 from 9 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or online at www.activeapparel.net and click on the Recall tab located at the top of the home page.
Recall Details
Units: About 7,800
Description: This recall involves boys Fission zipper hooded sweatshirts made of 100% cotton. The sweatshirts come in black, green, royal blue, true red and turquoise color. There is a white drawstring tie that is attached on each side of the neck area. There are two pockets and a white zipper on the front of the garment. The recalled sweatshirts were sold in boys sizes small (size 8-10) and medium (size 12-14). The size can be found on the label that is sewn into the seam of the neck area. There is also a white label sewn into the lower left seam inside the garment. On the label, it states Karachi Pakistan, Active Apparel, has the manufacture date “MAY, 2014,” and batch number 61271,159.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the sweatshirt away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the sweatshirt to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund and a $10 gift card.
Sold at: Fred Myer and Kroger stores nationwide from June 2014 through August 2014 for about $18.
Importer: Active Apparel, Mira Loma, California.
Manufactured in: Pakistan
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4.
Recall Date: September 30, 2014
Recall Number: 14-287
Pure Baby Organics Boys Hoodie Recalled by Chantique’s Corp. Due To Strangulation Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Boy’s Zipper Hooded Hoodie
Hazard: The sweaters have a drawstring around the neck area which poses a strangulation hazard to children. Drawstrings can become entangled or caught on playground slides, hand rails, school bus doors or other moving objects, posing a significant strangulation or an entanglement hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines about drawstrings in children's upper outerwear. In 1997, those guidelines were incorporated into a voluntary standard. Then, in July 2011, based on the guidelines and voluntary standard, CPSC issued a federal regulation. CPSC's actions demonstrate a commitment to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on neck and waist drawstrings in upper outerwear, such as jackets and sweatshirts.
Remedy: Refund
Consumer Contact: Chantique’s Corp collect at (213) 629-3222 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT, Monday through Friday or email at info@chantiquesshowroom.com for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 60
Description: This recall involves a Pure Baby Organic boy’s hoodie made of 100% cotton. It comes in solid gray with a red drawstring that is inside the lining of the hood that surrounds the face. They have a zipper front closure. The recalled hoodies were sold in toddler boy’s sizes 2t to boy’s size 3. There is a white label sewn into the neck line that has the name Purebaby on it. There is also a label underneath it that has the size printed on it and states Made in India. A label with style number PB1613.B12 is sewn into an inside side seam of the garment under the washing instruction label.
Incidents/Injuries: None Reported
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the hoodie away from children. Consumers can remove the drawstring from the garment to eliminate the hazard or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Sold at: Children’s boutiques nationwide and other stores such as Elephant Ears, Pumpkin heads, Sprouts and on-line at www.Nordstromrack.com from January 2014 through August 2014 for about $62.
Importer: Chantique’s Corp., Los Angeles, Calif.
Manufactured in: China
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