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1. Box Components Recalls BMX Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Box-Components-Recalls-BMX-Bicycle-Forks/
2. Rheem Recalls to Repair Water Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Rheem-Recalls-to-Repair-Water-Heaters/
3. Osprey Recalls Child Backpack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Osprey-Recalls-Child-Backpack-Carriers/
4. Hollander Sleep Products Recalls Mattress Pads Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Hollander-Sleep-Products-Recalls-Mattress-Pads/
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1. Box Components Recalls BMX Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Box-Components-Recalls-BMX-Bicycle-Forks/
Recall Date: May 26, 2016
Recall Number: 16-176
Box Components Recalls BMX Bicycle Forks Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Box-Components-Recalls-BMX-Bicycle-Forks/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Bicycle forks
Hazard: The steer tube can become loose in the crown of the fork, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled forks and contact Box Components for a free replacement bicycle fork.
Consumer Contact: Box Components toll-free at (888) 279-9691 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or online at www.boxcomponents.com and click on “Recall” for more information.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Box-Components-Recalls-BMX-Bicycle-Forks/
Units: About 4,100
Description: This recall involves Box Components’ carbon fiber BMX bicycle forks. The forks are black with “BOX” printed in white on the side. The model numbers are printed in white letters on the front face of fork crown. The affected models have one of the following three serial numbers printed above the crown: 140508, 140606 or 140702. The affected models include:
| Model Numbers | Specification |
| XE | 20 inch, 10 mm |
| XE | 24 inch, 10 mm |
| XL | 20 inch, 10 mm |
| XL | 24 inch, 10 mm |
| XS | 20 inch, 10 mm |
Incidents/Injuries: Box Components has received 242 reports of loosened tubes. No falls or injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Independent bike shops and online at www.danscomp.com and www.jrbicycles.com from July 2013 through April 2015 for about $300.
Importer: Box Components Inc., of Anaheim, Calif.
Manufactured in: China
Health Canada’s press release is available at http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2016/58564r-eng.php
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2. Rheem Recalls to Repair Water Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Rheem-Recalls-to-Repair-Water-Heaters/
Recall Date: May 26, 2016
Recall Number: 16-177
Rheem Recalls to Repair Water Heaters Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Sold Exclusively at Home Depot
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Rheem-Recalls-to-Repair-Water-Heaters/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Rheem electric water heaters
Hazard: The control panel on the water heaters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy: Repair
Consumers should immediately turn off and stop using the recalled water heaters. Consumers should contact Rheem to request a free repair by a Rheem field technician.
Consumer Contact: Rheem toll-free at 866-369- 4786 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT Monday through Saturday and from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. CT on Sunday or online at www.rheem.com and click on Recall Information for more information.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Rheem-Recalls-to-Repair-Water-Heaters/
Units: About 54,000
Description: This recall involves Rheem brand “Performance Platinum” electric water heaters in 40, 50 and 80 gallon capacities. The recalled water heaters are gray and have the “Performance Platinum” Rheem logo decal on the front above the thermostat control panel. The water heaters have a rating plate near the bottom of the unit with the model number, date of manufacture and serial number. Recalled water heaters have the following model number and have a serial number within the following ranges:
| Model Number | Serial Number Ranges | Date Code |
| XE40M12EC55U0 | A0114XXXXX to A5214XXXXX M0114XXXXX to M5214XXXXX Q0114XXXXX to Q5214XXXXX A0515XXXXX A1015XXXXX to A1615XXXXX | 01Jan2014 – 21Dec2014 30Jan2015 03Mar2015 – 13Apr2015 |
| XE50M12EC55U0 | A0114XXXXX to A5214XXXXX M0114XXXXX to M5214XXXXX Q0114XXXXX to Q5214XXXXX A0515XXXXX A1015XXXXX to A1615XXXXX | 01Jan2014 – 21Dec2014 30Jan2015 03Mar2015 – 13Apr2015 |
| XE50T12EC55U0 | A0114XXXXX to A5214XXXXX M0114XXXXX to M5214XXXXX Q0114XXXXX to Q5214XXXXX | 1Jan2014 – 21Dec2014 |
| XE80T12EC55U0 | A0114XXXXX to A5214XXXXX M0114XXXXX to M5214XXXXX Q0114XXXXX to Q5214XXXXX | 1Jan2014 – 21Dec2014 |
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 296 reports of control panels overheating, including one report of a fire which resulted in $5,800 in property damage. No injuries have been reported.
Sold exclusively at: The Home Depot stores nationwide and online from January 2014 through April 2016 for between $450 and $720.
Distributor/Manufacturer: Rheem Sales Company Inc., of Montgomery, Ala.
Manufactured in: U.S. and Mexico
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3. Osprey Recalls Child Backpack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Osprey-Recalls-Child-Backpack-Carriers/
Recall Date: May 26, 2016
Recall Number: 16-178
Osprey Recalls Child Backpack Carriers Due to Fall Hazard
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Osprey-Recalls-Child-Backpack-Carriers/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Child backpack carriers
Hazard: A cut in the plastic buckle on the shoulder strap can cause the shoulder strap to release, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately inspect the buckles on both straps of the carrier harness to determine if there is a cut in the plastic buckle on one or both straps. If the buckle is cut, consumers should immediately stop using the carrier and contact Osprey for a free replacement or full refund. Consumers also may contact Osprey and return the carrier for inspection. If the buckle is cut, consumers will receive a replacement or full refund.
Consumer Contact: Osprey at 800-303-1350 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. MT on Monday through Friday, email pocosupport@ospreypacks.com or online at ospreypacks.com and click on “Poco AG Safety Notice” for more information.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Osprey-Recalls-Child-Backpack-Carriers/
Units: About 31,000
Description: This recall involves the Poco AG, Poco AG Plus and Poco AG Premium model child backpack carriers. These nylon carriers come in seaside blue, ivy green and black. They have a metal frame and a gray padded child’s seat inside. The back of the carrier also has an upper zippered pocket and a lower zipped compartment, along with a stretch pocket in the middle. The production date code identifying when the carrier was manufactured is stamped on a black label sewn in the interior of the large lower zippered compartment in the back of the carrier. Recalled carriers have a production date code of S16SB03, S16SB04, S16SB05, S16SB06 or S16SB07. “Osprey” is printed on the back at the top of the carrier. The model name is printed on the back at the bottom.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: REI and specialty outdoor retailers nationwide and online at amazon.com and rei.com from January 2016 through May 2016 for between $250 and $330.
Importer/Distributor: Osprey Child Safety Products LLC, of Cortez, Colo.
Manufactured in: Vietnam
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4. Hollander Sleep Products Recalls Mattress Pads Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Hollander-Sleep-Products-Recalls-Mattress-Pads/
Recall Date: May 26, 2016
Recall Number: 16-180
Hollander Sleep Products Recalls Mattress Pads Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard; Sold Exclusively at Bed Bath & Beyond
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Hollander-Sleep-Products-Recalls-Mattress-Pads/
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Wamsutta Mattress Pads
Hazard: The mattress pads fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses and mattress pads, posing a fire hazard.
Remedy: Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the mattress pads and contact Hollander Sleep Products for postage paid shipping label and instructions on returning the product for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Hollander Sleep Products at 800-233-7666 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at to www.hollander.com and click on Dream Zone for more information.
Recall Details
Photos Available At http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2016/Hollander-Sleep-Products-Recalls-Mattress-Pads/
Units: About 4,700
Description: This recall involves all sizes of Wamsutta Dream Zone cotton 800 thread count mattress pads, manufactured from August 2015 through January 2016. Hollander Sleep Products, style number 266BB and the manufacture date are printed on a label on a side of the mattress pad.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold exclusively at: Bed, Bath & Beyond stores nationwide and online at www.bedbathandbeyond.com from August 2015 through January 2016 for between $110 and $170.
Manufacturer: Hollander Sleep Products LLC, of Boca Raton, Fla.
Manufactured in: U.S.
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