CPSC announces recalls involving kettles, patio swings, toys, ATVs and other consumer products
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Federal safety officials have announced a series of nationwide product recalls involving electric kettles, patio swings, children’s toys, all-terrain vehicles and other household products because of hazards ranging from burns and falls to choking and carbon monoxide poisoning.
The recalls were issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and affect hundreds of thousands of products sold in the United States.
Among the recalls:
Hazard:
The kettle’s handle can loosen and separate from the kettle, causing hot contents to spill, posing a risk of serious injury due to a burn hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the recalled kettles immediately and contact ZWILLING J. A. Henckels Aktiengesellschaft for a full refund. Consumers in the U.S. should visit www.zwilling.com/kettle-recall for instructions on how to make the kettle unusable, which includes unplugging the kettle, cutting the cord, and uploading a photo of the product. Afterwards, consumers should safely dispose of the product.
Units:
About 113,440 (In addition, about 43,963 were sold in Canada and about 48 were sold in Mexico)
Hazard:
The swing seat can detach from the frame while in use, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled patio swings and contact World Bright International Limited to receive a free repair in the form of replacement hooks and instructions for replacing the hooks.
Units:
About 18,500
Hazard:
The recalled harness’ D-ring can release, allowing the attachment point to open, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers, operators and work-at-height professionals should stop using the recalled harnesses immediately and contact Petzl America at Aftersales_US@petzl.com for a free replacement D ring kit.
Units:
About 29,300 (In addition, about 4,900 were sold in Canada)
Hazard:
The recalled harnesses are missing rivets in the FAST LT PIN-LOCK buckles, causing the buckles to open, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fall hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers and operators should stop using and selling the recalled harnesses immediately and contact Petzl America at Aftersales_US@petzl.com for a free replacement harness.
Units:
About 1,270 (In addition, about 220 were sold in Canada)
Hazard:
The recalled drain covers violate the entrapment protection standards of the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (VGBA), posing entrapment and drowning hazards to swimmers and bathers.
Remedy:
Pool owners, pool operators and consumers should immediately stop using pools with the recalled pool drain covers. To receive a refund, consumers will be asked to remove the drain cover from the pool, destroy the drain cover, take a photo of the destroyed cover, and send it to Remy&shop by email at superbobirecall@outlook.com. Ensure all pools and spas have VGBA-compliant drain covers and teach children to stay away from drains.
Units:
About 200
Hazard:
The recalled coin batteries are not in child-resistant packaging and do not bear the warning labels required under Reese’s Law. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns, and death.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the coin batteries immediately, place them in an area that children cannot access, and contact LiCB for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to dispose of the batteries according to local hazardous waste guidelines.
Note: Button cell and coin batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Units:
About 94,000
Hazard:
The electronic start/stop button on the pressure washer can malfunction and self-start, posing a risk of serious injury or death due to carbon monoxide poisoning if the unit is in a confined space.
Remedy:
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled pressure washer and contact Generac to arrange for a free repair at your dealer’s location. The pressure washer can still be used with the battery removed by using the pull-start option to start the unit.
Units:
About 16,260 (Generac Power Systems previously recalled 53,000 units on April 28, 2022.) (In addition, about 120 were sold in Canada.)
Hazard:
The recalled light fixture’s frame can detach from the pendant downrod during installation, posing a risk of serious injury or death from an impact hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the recalled Minka Bardon Series Pendant Light Fixtures immediately and contact Minka Lighting Group to receive a full refund in the form of a check sent by mail. Consumers should keep clear of the area directly beneath installed light pendants. Contact Minka Lighting Group for instructions on how to determine if the light fixture is included in the recall and for disposal instructions.
Units:
About 170
Hazard:
The recalled tower stools can collapse or tip over while in use, and a child’s torso can fit through the openings on the front and back sides, posing a risk of serious injury and death due to tip over, fall and entrapment hazards.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the recalled tower stools immediately and store them away from children until repaired. Contact Cosyland Official for repair parts, which include protective nets, stabilizing feet, and installation instructions. The firm will mail the repair parts directly to consumers free of charge.
Units:
125,200
Hazard:
The ATV’s speed limiter control can malfunction, causing unexpected speed and acceleration, posing a serious risk of injury or death from crash hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the Speed Limiter Mode immediately and contact an authorized Can-Am Off-Road dealer to schedule a free repair at the dealership, involving a software update that will take less than one hour. To find an authorized dealer visit https://can-am.brp.com/off-road/us/en/find-a-dealer.html#/search.
Units:
About 2,820
Guidecraft Children’s Standing Towers Recalled Due to Risk of Serious Injury from Fall Hazard
Hazard:
The platform inside the recalled tower can loosen over time, causing it to become unstable or detach, and ultimately posing a fall hazard to young children.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the recalled towers immediately and contact Guidecraft for free repair parts and installation instructions.
Units:
25,235
Hazard:
The Misco Sports Badminton Toy Sets violate the mandatory safety standard for children’s toys because the shuttlecocks contain button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. When button cell or coin batteries are swallowed, the ingested batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and deaths.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the badminton toy set immediately, take the shuttlecock away from children and contact Missry Associates for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to dispose of the badminton toy set with the shuttlecock (number MT2383) in the trash and send the photo to help@misco.us.
Note: Button cell and coin batteries are hazardous. Batteries should be disposed of or recycled by following local hazardous waste procedures.
Units:
About 15,120
Hazard:
The recalled teething toys violate the mandatory standard for toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted. The silicone strings can reach the back of the throat and become lodged, posing a risk of respiratory distress and becoming a deadly choking hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the toy immediately, take it away from children and contact ZW Creations for a free replacement. Consumers will be asked to cut and discard all silicone string tentacles, write “RECALLED” on the main body of the toy using a permanent marker, and submit a photograph of the destroyed product online at https://tiyol-recall.com.
Units:
About 102,430
Amazon Recalls Amazon Basics 55 Lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells Due to Impact Hazard
Hazard:
The weight plates can fail to engage completely during weight adjustment and dislodge from the dumbbell handle when used posing an impact hazard.
Remedy:
Consumers should stop using the recalled dumbbell immediately and follow Amazon’s instructions for a full refund. Upon registration at https://amazondumbbellrecall.expertinquiry.com, consumers will be provided with a prepaid shipping label to return the dumbbell handle to Amazon. Upon receipt, consumers will be issued a full refund to the original payment method or in the form of an Amazon gift card.
Units:
About 2,900
