Banana Boat Sun Care Items Recalled Over Potential Burn Threat
Recently, sunscreen products have been in the news because of the items’ potential to not provide adequate sun protection. The Food and Drug Administration is in the process of strengthening requirements of such items. Now, though, comes word of a recall of a series of sun care items for a completely different reason. Numerous Banana… read more
Wood Brightener and Cleaner Recalled by Cabot Stains Over Burn Risk
After three reports of a seal coming loose and causing product leakage, creating a burn and irritation hazard, Cabot Stains has announced the recall of its Wood Cleaner and Wood Brightener. The product was available at several home improvement stores, including Lowes, Ace Hardware and United Hardware. The containers with the defect were sold between… read more
Burn Threat Prompts Recall of 10,900 Traveller Recreational Tubes
The Brentwood, Tennessee-based Tractor Supply Company has announced the recall of 10,900 Traveller Recreational Tubes because burns or irritation of the skin can be incurred by anyone who touches these tubes. Of 21 reports, seven required medical attention. The $20 items were only sold in May and June. Any purchasers should refrain from making contact… read more
600,000 Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewing Systems Recalled for Burn Risk
Over 600,000 Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewing Systems (coffee makers) are being recalled by the Boca Raton, Florida-based Sunbeam Products because the water reservoir can accumulate excess steam, which can lead to the brewing chamber opening, thus letting loose a stream of hot water and coffee. 61 incidents that led to burn injuries have already… read more
Burn Threat Prompts Recall of LG and Kenmore Elite Gas Dryers
Around 21,000 Kenmore Elite and LG Electronics gas dryers sold by Sears and other retailers have been recalled due to a fire hazard. There have been over 100 complaints about the heat not turning off automatically after the dry cycle is complete. There have also been reports of minor injuries and damage to clothing. Sears… read more
LED Night Lights Sold at Target Recalled by Energizer for Burn Threat
Energizer has just recalled their LED Rotating Night Lights after receiving reports that they can overheat and are a burn hazard. The lights were available at Target retail locations across the country. Only models manufactured between February 2010 and July 2012 are affected by this recall. Consumers should stop use of this product immediately and… read more
EN-EL 15 Camera Batteries From Nikon Recalled Over Burn Threat
Nikon has been forced to recall EN-EL 15 rechargeable battery packs sold with digital SLR cameras. The recall is due to a potential burn hazard found with the batteries. Seven reports of a short circuit and subsequent overheating have already been made around the world. As many as 5,100 battery packs are being recalled in… read more
300,000 Discovery Kids Lamps Recalled for Shock and Burn Threat
300,000 Discovery Kids Animated Marine and Safari Lamps are being recalled by Innovage LLC, due to potential fire and/or burn hazards. Wires inside the unit can come in contact with the circuit board and short circuit or spark. Anyone with this product should cease use immediately, check the product model number, and get in touch… read more
Flammable Gabiano Kids’ Pajamas Recalled by Ishtex Textile Products
Ishtex Textile Products children’s pajamas have been recalled due to the fact that they violate the federal flammability standard. This includes all styles and sizes of Gabiano Collection boys and girls pajamas, sets, and gowns sold from February 2010 to December 2011. Furthermore, it is illegal to resell a recalled consumer product. Children should stop… read more
12,000 PajamaGram Pajama Sets Recalled Because They Pose Burn Risk
All recalls are disheartening, but perhaps none are more so than an item that is used by children. This next recall concerns a series of kids’ pajamas that were imported and distributed by PajamaGram, a company based out of Shelburne, Vermont. Seven models fall within the scope of this recall, including boys’ and girls’ hoodies,… read more
45,000 Kawasaki Drills Sold at Costco Recalled For Burn Risk
Another item is being recalled because consumers are put at risk when they use it. The item in question is a Kawasaki Cordless Drill manufactured by the Wuxi, China-based Wuxi Xinju Electric Tools and imported by the Long Beach, California-based Alltrade Tools, the company that announced the recall. Affected units will be black and green,… read more
Oxygen Concentratros From Nidek Recalled Over Fire Hazard
A Class I recall, the most serious of all types of safety warnings, has been initiated on a medical device that could potentially harm consumers. The recall was announced by Nidek Medical Products and concerns their Nidek Medical Mark5 Nuvo Lite Oxygen Concentrators. 11 models of the product in total fall within the purview of… read more
