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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
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1. MVP Group Recalls Glass Jar Candles Due to Laceration Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/MVP-Group-Recalls-Glass-Jar-Candles/
2. Exmark Recalls Quest Riding Mowers Due to a Fire Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Exmark-Recalls-Quest-Riding-Mowers/
3. Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Toro-Recalls-TimeCutter-Riding-Mowers/
4. SalesOne Recalls Light Up Ear Plug Jewelry Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Spencer Gifts
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/SalesOne-Recalls-Light-Up-Ear-Plug-Jewelry/
5. CocoaVia Brand Frothers Recalled by Mars Symbioscience Due to Choking Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/CocoaVia-Brand-Frothers-Recalled-by-Mars-Symbioscience/
6. Lutron Electronics Recalls Roman Shades Due to Strangulation Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Lutron-Electronics-Recalls-Roman-Shades/
7. Philips Lighting North America Agrees to Pay $2 Million Civil Penalty for Failure to Report Defective Lamps and Implement Compliance Program
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Recall Date: November 24, 2015
Recall Number: 16-047
MVP Group Recalls Glass Jar Candles Due to Laceration Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/MVP-Group-Recalls-Glass-Jar-Candles/
Name of Product: Glass Jar Candles with Lids
Hazard: The glass lid can break when the jar is being opened, posing a laceration hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the candles and call MVP to arrange for a full refund. If jars are unopened, consumers should not attempt to open them.
Consumer Contact: MVP Group toll-free at 877-240-1707 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email candlelid@mvpgroupint.com , or online at www.mvpgroupint.com and click on "Recall" for more information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/MVP-Group-Recalls-Glass-Jar-Candles/
Recall Details
Units: About 720,000
Description: The glass jar candles have glass lids and weigh about 18 oz. They were sold under various brand names, scents and colors, including:
| Store | Brand | Scent or Color |
| Big Lots | Living Colors Candles Everyday Reflections | Apple Berry, Mandarin Vanilla, Pineapple Sage, Sparkling Rain, Vanilla, Tahitian Vanilla, Fresh Escape, Bamboo, Lavender, Tranquil Sunset, Poly Orchard, Serenity Springs, Honeysuckle, Bluebell, Garden, Hyacinth, Tigerlily, Jasmine |
| Dollar General | True Living | Tri Jar Ocean Wtr Rain, Tri Jar Island Braz Passn, Tri Jar Vanilla Sugar, Tri Jar Pom Cherry Berry, Harvest Splendor, Heavenly Home, Vanilla Sugar, Lemon Mont, Salted Caramel, Apple Cinnamon, Pineapple Mango, Blackberry Macaroon, Hawaiian Paradise |
| Family Dollar | Everyday Home | Fruit, Cinnamon Bun, Assorted Sweets, Vanilla Icing, Watermelon, Assorted Berry, Stormy Night, Pineapple Coconut, Tritone Blue, Tritone Pink, Tritone Carmel, Tritone Kiwi, Tritone Fruit, Tritrone Apple |
Incidents/Injuries: There have been 16 reported incidents resulting in laceration injuries, some requiring medical attention, including one requiring stitches.
Sold at: Big Lots, Dollar General and Family Dollar stores between February 2015 and November 2015 for about $5.
Manufacturer: MVP Group, of Charleston, S.C.
Manufactured in: USA and China
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Recall Date: November 24, 2015
Recall Number: 16-043
Exmark Recalls Quest Riding Mowers Due to a Fire Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Exmark-Recalls-Quest-Riding-Mowers/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: 2015 Exmark Quest Riding Mowers
Hazard: The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact an Exmark dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered mowers will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact an Exmark Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.
Consumer Contact: Exmark toll-free at 800-667-5296 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.exmark.com and click on "Service & Support" at the top of the page, then on "Safety", then on "Recalls" for more information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Exmark-Recalls-Quest-Riding-Mowers/
Recall Details
Units: About 500 (in addition, about six were sold in Canada)
Description: The 2015 Quest riding mowers are red black, and gray. "Exmark" is printed on the sides and in front of the operator seat. "Quest" is printed on the front of the riding mowers. The model number and serial number are located on a decal affixed to the frame, under the seat. The recalled mode number is QTS452CEM34200. Quest mower has serial numbers ranging from 315606482 to 315628458.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm reported one incident of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Hardware, lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2015 for about $3,700.
Importer/Distributor: Exmark Manufacturing Co. Inc., of Beatrice, Neb.
Manufactured in: United States
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/55924r-eng.php
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Recall Date: November 24, 2015
Recall Number: 16-044
Toro Recalls TimeCutter Riding Mowers Due to Fire Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Toro-Recalls-TimeCutter-Riding-Mowers/
Name of Product: 2015 Toro TimeCutter Riding Mowers
Hazard: The fuel filters on the mowers can become brittle and fractured, allowing fuel to leak and posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled mowers and contact the nearest Toro dealer to schedule a free repair. Consumers with registered machines will receive a letter and a fuel filter, and may contact a Toro Dealer if they are uncomfortable with the replacement procedure.
Consumer Contact: Toro toll-free at 844-521-2384 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.toro.com and click on "Safety" at the bottom of the page, then "Product Recall Information" for more information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Toro-Recalls-TimeCutter-Riding-Mowers/
Recall Details
Units: About 8,600 (in addition, about 400 were sold in Canada)
Description: The 2015 TimeCutter riding mowers are red and black, with a gray seat. "TORO" is printed on the front and sides of the mower. A black and white "TIMECUTTER" decal is located in front of the operator seat. The model number and serial number are located on a decal affixed to the frame, under the seat. The following models are subject to this recall.
| Model Number | Serial Number Range |
| 74710 | 315000876 - 315002048 |
| 74720 | 315000101 - 315003342 |
| 74731 | 315000152 - 315000437 |
| 74750 | 315000101 - 315001155 |
| 74780 | 315000101 - 315001700 |
| 74781 | 315000101 - 315000150 |
| 74784 | 315000340 - 315001172 |
| 74787 | 315000403 - 315000437 |
| 74790 | 315000178 - 315000320 |
| 74797 | 315000624 - 315000698 |
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has reported five incidents of fuel leaking. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Home Depot and other hardware, lawn and garden stores nationwide from November 2014 through October 2015 for about $3,400.
Importer/Distributor: The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Manufactured in: United States
Note: Health Canada's press release is available at: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2015/55924r-eng.php
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Recall Date: November 24, 2015
Recall Number: 16-045
SalesOne Recalls Light Up Ear Plug Jewelry Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Spencer Gifts
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/SalesOne-Recalls-Light-Up-Ear-Plug-Jewelry/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Light up ear plug jewelry
Hazard: Battery acid can leak from ear plug jewelry's battery, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy: Refund and/or Replace
Consumers should immediately stop wearing the recalled ear plug jewelry and contact SalesOne for a full refund or replacement ear plug that does not contain a battery and does not light up.
Consumer Contact: SalesOne toll-free at 866-507-2537 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at Salesone.org and click on "SalesOne Recalls" at the top of the homepage for more information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/SalesOne-Recalls-Light-Up-Ear-Plug-Jewelry/
Recall Details
Units: About 8,400
Description: This recall involves ear plug jewelry that is designed to be inserted into a pierced ear lobe and used to stretch the piercing in the ear lobe. The ear plug jewelry contains a coin-cell battery that lights up a decorative pattern. The ear plugs have a diamond logo on the front and come in the colors black/white and black/red. They were sold in sizes 00, 0, ½, 5/8, 7/16 and 9/16.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received three reports of burn injuries to consumers when battery acid leaked out of the ear plug jewelry.
Sold exclusively at: Spencer Gifts stores nationwide from November 2014 through February 2015 for about $20.
Importer: SalesOne International, of Norwalk, Conn.
Manufactured in: China
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Recall Date: November 24, 2015
Recall Number: 16-046
CocoaVia Brand Frothers Recalled by Mars Symbioscience Due to Choking Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/CocoaVia-Brand-Frothers-Recalled-by-Mars-Symbioscience/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: CocoaVia® brand frothers
Hazard: The spring on the end of the frothers can detach from the metal wand, posing ingestion and choking hazards.
Remedy: Dispose
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled frothers, remove the batteries and contact Mars Symbioscience to return the frothers for a coupon towards the purchase of CocoaVia products. The firm is providing pre-addressed return envelopes for consumers to return the frothers to the firm for disposal.
Consumer Contact: Mars Symbioscience toll-free at 877-842-0802 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.cocoavia.com and click on the "Safety Recall Notice" at the bottom of the page for more information.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/CocoaVia-Brand-Frothers-Recalled-by-Mars-Symbioscience/
Recall Details
Units: About 5,000
Description: This recall involves CocoaVia brand brown frothers used to froth beverages, including coffee and milk. The spring on the end of the wand spins to froth the drink. The frothers were distributed free at promotional events. The frothers are brown, "CocoaVia" is printed on the side in white lettering and they measure about eight inches long. This recall only involves CocoaVia brand frothers that are brown in color.
Incidents/Injuries: Mars Symbioscience has received two reports of the spring on the end of the frothers detaching from the metal wand. No injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Given away free at promotional events at King Soopers supermarket in Colorado in September 2015.
Distributor: Mars Symbioscience, of Germantown, Md.
Manufactured in: China
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Recall Date: November 24, 2015
Recall Number: 16-042
Lutron Electronics Recalls Roman Shades Due to Strangulation Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Lutron-Electronics-Recalls-Roman-Shades/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Roman shades
Hazard: Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed ribbon (hobble tape) and the fabric on the backside of the shade or when a child pulls the tape out and wraps it around his/her neck.
Remedy: Refund, Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Roman shades and contact Lutron Electronics for a full refund or a free replacement shade.
Consumer Contact: Lutron Electronics toll-free at 844-478-2033 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.lutron.com and click on Important Safety Notice.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Lutron-Electronics-Recalls-Roman-Shades/
Recall Details
Units: About 240 in United States
Description: This recall involves hobbled-style, motorized or manual, custom-made Roman shades. They were made out of fabric mounted on a metal frame, manufactured between December 17, 2009 and July 23, 2015. Each shade has two to six vertical mesh lift bands that are 8 inches wide, secured by lift band clamps at the bottom of the shade, and a 1-inch wide vertical hobble tape running the length of the shade. Lutron Electronics Inc. and the manufacture date appear on a white label on the shade tube at the top of the shade; which can be located when the shade is fully extended. Consumers should contact Lutron Electronics if the label cannot be located.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Sold at: 54 Electric (formerly, Pfeiffer Electric), Bekins, Burgin Drapery Workroom, Don Fillers & Associates (DFA), Rosenburg Power Window Treatments and other residential window shading dealers from December 2009 through July 2015 for between $675 and $8,000.
Manufacturer: Lutron Electronics Co. Inc., of Coopersburg, Pa.
Manufactured in: United States
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Release Date: November 24, 2015
Release Number: 16-048
Philips Lighting North America Agrees to Pay $2 Million Civil Penalty for Failure to Report Defective Lamps and Implement Compliance Program
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Philips Lighting North America Corp., of Somerset, N.J., has agreed to pay a $2 million civil penalty to the government. The penalty settles charges that the company knowingly failed to report to CPSC, as required by federal law, information about a defect and an unreasonable risk of serious injury with EnergySaver (a/k/a/ "Marathon" or "Marathon Classic") compact fluorescent lamps.
After numerous complaints about glass separating from the body of the lamps and striking people and objects, and attempting multiple design changes to fix the problem, Philips failed to report the matter to CPSC. The incidents resulted in 10 reports of lacerations and seven reports of property damage.
In addition to paying the $2 million civil penalty, Philips has agreed to implement and maintain a compliance program to ensure compliance with the Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) and a related system of internal controls and procedures.
The compliance program requires written standards and policies and written procedures to ensure that all information regarding the firm's compliance with the CPSA, including reports and complaints, whether an injury is referenced or not, is conveyed to the firm's responsible employees. The compliance program also must address:
· confidential employee reporting of compliance concerns to a senior manager;
· effective communication of compliance policies and procedures, including training;
· senior management responsibility for, and board oversight of, compliance; and
· requirements for record retention.
The lamps were recalled in August 2011, after Philips had manufactured about 1.86 million units. Grocery and home center stores, online retailers, and professional electrical distributors sold the lamps from March 2007 through July 2011 for between $11 and $24 each.
Philips does not admit to CPSC staff's charges.
The penalty agreement has been accepted provisionally by the Commission by a 4 to 1 vote.
Photos available at http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Newsroom/News-Releases/2016/Philips-Lighting-North-America-Agrees-to-Pay-2-Million-Civil-Penalty/
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