Vitamix is reannouncing and expanding their recall of blending containers and blade bases for laceration hazards after more injuries were reported, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Sixteen new reports of lacerations have been received since the first recall was issued in 2018. The manufacturer is Vita-Mix Corporation of Cleveland, Ohio. These products were manufactured in the United States. About 569,000 of these units were sold. About 105,000 of those containers and blade bases were previously recalled. In addition, about 121,950 were sold in Canada. They were available for purchase at Costco, Best Buy, Crate & Barrel, Macy’s, Target, Williams Sonoma, Walmart and specialty and independent stores nationwide, and online at Vitamix.com, Amazon.com and … [Read more...]
Joy Jolt Declan Glass Coffee Mugs Recalled For Burn Hazard
Joy Jolt Declan Glass Coffee Mugs are being recalled because they can pose a burn and laceration hazard. The glass mugs can break and crack when they are filled with hot liquids. There have been 103 reported incidents of the glasses breaking at the base, causing 56 injuries, including 35 burns across the body from spilled hot liquids, and 21 cuts. Seven of those incidents recalled medical attention, including surgery and stitches. The recalled product is Joy Jolt Drinkware Declan Single-Wall Glass Coffee Mugs. The model number is JG10242. They were sold in a 16 ounce size in a set of six glasses. The recalled glasses are clear with a handle. The model numbers are printed on the product packaging and the order confirmation. About 580,000 of these units were sold in the United … [Read more...]
Snapchill Canned Coffee Recalled For Possible Botulism
Snapchill Canned Coffee products are being recalled for possible botulism contamination. No illnesses have been reported to the company to date, and Snapchill is not aware of any instances in which the company's products actually contain the toxin. The recalling firm is Snapchill of Green Bay, Wisconsin. All of the company's canned coffee products are included in this recall, within expiration date, because their current process could lead to the growth and production of the botulism toxin. Botulism causes a fatal form of food poisoning. The Snapchill canned coffee products were distributed nationwide through various coffee roasters and retail locations, as well as through direct online purchase from the company. The problem was identified when the FDA told the company that the … [Read more...]
Outad Good Life Magnetic Chess Games Recalled For Hazard
Outad Good Life Magnetic Chess Games are being recalled because they pose an ingestion hazard, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recalled games, which include 20 magnet pieces, violate the mandatory federal toy magnet regulation because the set contains one or more magnets that fit within the CPSC's small parts cylinder. The magnets are also stronger than permitted. No injuries have been reported to date. The recalling firm is Outad Good Life Ltd., of China. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, the ingested magnets can attract each other, or another metal object, and become lodged in the digestive system. This can result in perforations, twisting and/or blockage of the intestines, infection, blood poisoning and death. CPSC estimates that 2,400 … [Read more...]
NÜTRL Tumbler Cup Recalled in Canada For Chemical Hazard
NÜTRL Tumbler Cup is being recalled in Canada for possible chemical and ingestion hazards. The problem is that some of the tumblers may contain a chemical solution that is trapped between the inner walls of the tumbler, which contains some levels of sulfuric acid and phosphoric acid. This solution may release when the tumbler is filled with liquid, posing a potential risk of serious injury. The recalling firm is Sun Coast Merchandise Corp. doing business as Sunscope. The interaction between the solution and the tumbler may also result in elevated levels of iron, chromium, and nickel. A range of health problems is associated with ingestion of these substances, including burning of the lips, tongue, throat, and stomach, and other tissue damage, along with nausea, vomiting, stomach … [Read more...]
ADIOS! Super Vinegar All Natural Cleaner Recalled
ADIOS! Super Vinegar All Natural Cleaner is being recalled because it violates the Federal Hazardous Substances Act. It is "deceptively labeled as 'Safe to Use' and lacks the cautionary statements for a poison," according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. This means it poses a risk of poisoning and chemical burns. No incidents or injuries have been reported to the company to date in connection with this issue. The recalling firm is Compare Brands LLC, of Fort Wayne, Indiana. The recalled product is ADIOS! Super Vinegar All Natural Cleaner, 30%. The bottles are labeled on the front with “ADIOS! SUPER VINEGAR ALL NATURAL CLEANER 30% Concentrate Indoor & Outdoor use”. There is a label on the back with: “Say ADIOS to industrial cleaners with the natural power of vinegar” … [Read more...]
Cotton On USA Toy Pinwheels Recalled for Choking Hazard
Cotton On USA Toy Pinwheels are being recalled because they pose a choking hazard. The pinwheel's white fastener cap can come loose and detach, which poses a choking hazard to young children. The firm has received one report of the fastener cap coming loose and being swallowed by a child. The recalling firm is Cotton On USA Inc., of La Mirada, California. The recall is for plastic toy pinwheels that were given away as a promotional item for free at Cotton On stores. The pinwheels are multi-colored and have "KIDS" and"COTTON ON" in white letters that are stamped on the pinwheels. About 8500 of these toy pinwheels were given away by the company. The pinwheels were manufactured in China and imported to the United States. Consumers should immediately take these toys away from … [Read more...]
Recall of Frigidaire and Kenmore Electric Ranges Reannounced
The recall of Frigidaire and Kenmore Electric Ranges in August 2009 has been reannounced because there have been more reports of fires and injuries since the first notice. Electrolux has received at least 212 reports of the ranges behaving erratically, including 14 reports of fires and eight reports of injuries involving burns to the hands or arms, as well as smoke inhalation. The manufacturer is Electrolux Home Products of Charlotte, North Carolina. The ranges were manufactured in the United States. The recall is for Frigidaire, Frigidaire Gallery, Frigidaire Professional, and Kenmore Elite smooth-top electric ranges. The smooth-top electric ranges have rear panel rotary knobs and digital displays. They were sold in the following colors: white, bisque, black and stainless steel. … [Read more...]
ZLINE Built-In Wall Ovens Recalled For Injury Hazard
ZLINE Built-In Wall Ovens are being recalled for an impact injury hazard. The door hinge can dislodge, releasing the spring, which can damage or break through the door trim. There have been 95 reports of incidents of the door spring releasing or breaking through the top of the oven door. One minor injury has been reported to the company. The importer is ZLINE Kitchen and Bath of Reno, Nevada. The ovens were manufactured in China. The recall is for single door and double door ZLINE built-in wall ovens. The ovens are electric. The model numbers of the recalled product are AWS-30, AWD-30, AWS-30-BS, AWD-30-BS, AWSS-30, and AWDS-30. The ovens were sold in stainless steel and black stainless steel with a digital control at the top of the unit. The ovens are about 30 inches wide by … [Read more...]
Igloo Youth Sipper Bottles Recalled For Choking Hazard
Igloo Youth Sipper Bottles are being recalled for a possible choking hazard. The silicone cover on the zipper can detach while in use. No injuries have been reported to the company to date in connection with this problem. The recalling firm is Igloo Products Corporation of Katy, Texas. The recalled product is 12 ounce Igloo Youth Sipper Bottles. IGLOO is printed on the side of the stainless steel bottle. The lid has a silicone cover on the zipper. The bottles were sold in various colors including pink top and purple body; purple top and pink body; blue top and green body; and green top and blue body. The company has reported one incident of the silicone sleeve coming off. But no injuries have been reported. The bottles were sold at Academy Sports + Outdoors, Rural King, and … [Read more...]
