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1. Dream On Me Recalls Incredible Play Yards Due to Strangulation Hazard http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Dream-On-Me-Recalls-Incredible-Play-Yards/
2. Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Lenovo-Recalls-Computer-Power-Cords/
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1.
Recall Date: December 9, 2014
Recall Number: 15-043
Dream On Me Recalls Incredible Play Yards Due to Strangulation Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Dream On Me Play Yards
Hazard: The play yard’s rails can collapse, presenting a strangulation hazards to young children.
Remedy: Repair
Consumer Contact: Dream On Me toll-free at (877) 201-4317 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday or online at www.dreamonme.com and click on the Recalls tab for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 10,000
Description: The recall includes Dream On Me Incredible two-level deluxe adjustable height play yards with model number starting with 436A, 436B, 436G, 436O, 436P and 436R. The play yards, made with a steel, powder-coated frame base with rolling, hooded casters, have a fabric and mesh covering that comes in a variety of colors. The play yard includes a changing top, a toy bar with soft toys for entertainment, a side pocket for storage and a carrying case. “Dream On Me” is printed on the bottom left-hand side outside of the product. The model number is printed on a label attached to the play yard’s mattress. The play yard can be folded for storage.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled play yards and contact Dream On Me to receive a free repair kit.
Sold online at: Amazon, Kohls, Toys R US, WalMart, Wayfair and other online retailers from March 2010 through January 2014 for about $60.
Importer: Dream On Me, of South Plainfield, N.J.
Manufactured in: China
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2.
Recall Date: December 9, 2014
Recall Number: 15-044
Lenovo Recalls Computer Power Cords Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall Summary
Name of Product: AC power cords
Hazard: The AC power cord can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: Replace
Consumer Contact: Lenovo at (800) 426-7378 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday; or online at www.lenovo.com and click on Support at the top of the page, then select News and Alerts, then click on Recalls for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 500,000 in the U.S. and 44,000 in Canada
Description: This recall involves Lenovo's LS-15 AC power cord manufactured from February 2011 to December 2011. The power cords were distributed with IdeaPad brand B-, G-, S-, U-, V- and Z-series laptop computers and Lenovo brand B-, G- and V-series laptop computers. The recalled power cords are black in color and have the "LS-15" molded mark on the AC adapter end. The manufacture date code in the format REV: 00 YYMM is on a label attached to the cord.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported in the U.S. or Canada. Lenovo has received reports from outside the U.S. of 15 incidents involving overheating, sparking, melting and burning. No injuries were reported.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately unplug and stop using the recalled power cords and contact Lenovo for a free replacement. Consumers can continue to use the computer on battery power.
Sold at: Laptop computers with the AC power cords were sold at computer and electronics stores, authorized dealers and online at www.lenovo.com from February 2011 through June 2012 for between $350 and $1,500.
Manufacturer: Lenovo Inc., of Morrisville, N.C.
Manufactured in: China
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