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1. Recall Date: November 30, 2016
Recall Number: 17-040
IMUSA Recalls Espresso Makers Due to Impact and Burn Hazards
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Espresso makers
Hazard: The filler cap at the top of the unit can crack and allow steam to escape, posing a risk of burns to the user. In addition, the cap can pop off unexpectedly as a result of pressure buildup, posing an impact injury risk to a bystander.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled espresso makers and contact IMUSA for a free replacement filler cap.
Consumer Contact: IMUSA toll-free at 844-750-4165 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, email at recall@bowlesverna.com or online at www.imusausa.com and click on “Recall” at the top of the page for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 17,500
Description: This recall involves IMUSA espresso makers. The black or gray and black espresso makers have model numbers GAU-18200 and GAU-18201. The caps on the recalled espresso makers have date codes “201407” to “201411” The model number and date code are printed on a rating label on the bottom of the espresso maker. “IMUSA” is printed on the on front of the espresso maker.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 43 incidents including one report of a consumer who sustained burns to his hand from steam escaping through a crack in the cap.
Sold at: Kmart, Sears, Target and other stores nationwide from July 2014 through November 2014 for between $30 and $45.
Importer: IMUSA USA, LLC, of Doral, Fla.
Manufactured in: China
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2. Recall Date: November 30, 2016
Recall Number: 17-041
Summit Recalls Climbing Treestands Due to Fall Hazard
Recall Summary
Name of Product: Climbing treestands
Hazard: A weld in the treestand’s frame can break during use, posing a fall hazard.
Remedy: Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the climbing treestands and contact Summit for instructions on returning the recalled product for a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: Summit Treestands toll-free at 800-353-0634 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or online at www.summitstands.com and click on recalls for more information.
Recall Details
Units: About 270
Description: This recall involves Summit Treestands Explorer SD closed front climbing treestands used for hunting. The treestands have a metal frame, a suspended foam-padded seat in a camouflage pattern material and weighs about 20 pounds. The seat platform on the stand measures about 38 inches long by 22 inches wide and the foot platform on the stand measures 36 inches long by 20 inches wide. The recalled stand can be distinguished from other models by the size of the platform and by a bar that encircles the user and folds down flat for packing. The model also includes folding stirrups.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: Sporting goods stores nationwide during August 2016 for about $360.
Importer/Distributor: Summit Treestands LLC, of Decatur, Ala.
Manufactured in: United States
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