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1. John Deere Recalls Riding Lawn Tractors Due to Crash Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/John-Deere-Recalls-Riding-Lawn-Tractors/
2. Manhattan Group Recalls Children’s Elephant Activity Toys Due to Choking Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Manhattan-Group-Recalls-Childrens-Elephant-Activity-Toys/
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Recall Date: August 4, 2015
Recall Number: 15-205
John Deere Recalls Riding Lawn Tractors Due to Crash Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: John Deere lawn tractors
Hazard: The brake arm on the lawn tractor can fail, posing a crash hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should stop using the recalled lawn tractors immediately and contact a John Deere dealer for a free repair. John Deere is also contacting all registered owners of the recalled lawn tractors directly.
Consumer Contact: Deere & Company at (800) 537-8233 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET or online at www.deere.com and select Product Recall Information on the drop-down menu under Services & Support for more information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/John-Deere-Recalls-Riding-Lawn-Tractors/
Recall Details
Units: About 1,700 (in addition, 370 were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves John Deere models D110, D125, D130, D140, D155, D160 and D170 lawn tractors with serial numbers beginning with 1GXD. A complete list of serial numbers included in this recall is on the firm’s website. [HYPERLINK TO LIST ON FIRM’s WEBSITE] The model number is printed on the bottom left and right of the hood in yellow. The brand name is printed on top left and right of the hood in black. The serial number is located on the on the left side of tractor, under the fender, above the left rear tire.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Sold at: Home Depot, Lowe’s and other John Deere dealers nationwide from May 2015 through August 2015 for between $1,700 and $2,700.
Manufacturer: Deere & Company, of Moline, Ill.
Manufactured in: United States
Note: Health Canada’s press release is available at http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/54464r-eng.php
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Recall Date: August 4, 2015
Recall Number: 15-206
Manhattan Group Recalls Children’s Elephant Activity Toys Due to Choking Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Manhattan-Group-Recalls-Childrens-Elephant-Activity-Toys/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: My Snuggly Ellie Activity Toys
Hazard: The wooden ring can break into small pieces, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately take the toy away from young children and return the toy to where it was purchased for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Manhattan Group toll-free at (800) 541-1345 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s web site at www.manhattantoy.com and click on “RECALLS” for additional information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2015/Manhattan-Group-Recalls-Childrens-Elephant-Activity-Toys/
Recall Details
Units: About 2,700 in the U.S. (in addition, 100 were sold in Canada)
Description: This recall involves the My Snuggly Ellie Activity Toy. The toy is a plush brown elephant with white crinkle ears. There is a green hanging loop on top of its head allowing it to be a stroller or crib attachment. On the stomach there is a mini mirror while a teether and wooden ring hang below its body. The item number is 212520 and can be found on the small white tag sewn into the bottom of the toy.
Incidents/Injuries: Manhattan Group has received one report of the wooden ring breaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Specialty toy and baby stores nationwide, and online at www.manhattantoy.com from February 2014 through May 2015 for about $10
Importer/Distributor: Manhattan Group LLC, of Minneapolis, Minn.
Manufactured in: China
Note: Health Canada’s press release is available at http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/54474r-eng.php
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