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Latest consumer product recalls

Here are the product recalls New Jerseyans should know about this week:

Tala North America Recalls Battery Powered Portable Lamps Due to Fire Hazard

Hazard: An electronic malfunction can cause the lamp’s lightbulb to fail and the lithium battery to overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled portable lamps and contact Tala North America to receive a free replacement bulb. Consumers will be asked to complete a replacement request form, attach a photo of the product and state the number of recalled bulbs. Consumers should safely dispose of the bulbs. Replacement bulb(s) will be mailed to consumers at no cost. Tala is contacting purchasers directly.

Units: About 5,300

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GoveeLife and Govee Smart Electric Space Heaters Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Imported by Govee

Hazard: The smart electric space heaters can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Testing determined the smart electric space heaters do not comply with the voluntary industry safety standard, UL 1278, posing an overheating and fire risk from wireless control features.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric space heaters and contact the brands for a refund. Unplug the electric space heater, cut the power cord, and send an image of the destroyed electric space heater, the manufacturer’s label and SN Code on the bottom or side of the unit to GoveeLife or Govee through the link https://recall.goveelife.com/heater-recall.  Consumers who do not have the original order number will receive a refund ranging from $31.80 to $106.63, depending on the model purchased.  For consumers who do have the original order number, they will receive a full refund of the purchase price.  Consumers can find the order number in their purchase records on online sales channels. They can also contact heatersupport@goveelife.com if they have problems finding the order number.

Units: About 512,500 (In addition, about 48,600 in Canada)

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Quad Lock MAG Battery Pack Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Imported by Quad Lock

Hazard: The battery pack in the chargers can overheat, posing a fire hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled battery packs, remove them from the charger and contact Quad Lock for a full refund of the purchase price or a store credit. Visit www.quadlockcase.net/recall to participate in the recall. Consumers should dispose of lithium-ion batteries in accordance with local and state regulations and not in the trash.

Units: About 13,700 (In addition, about 1,580 were sold in Canada)

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Wolf Appliance Recalls Dual Fuel Ranges with Infrared Griddles Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

Hazard: The range can short-circuit if liquids boil over or are spilled and turn on the griddle unexpectedly, posing a burn and fire hazard.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ranges and contact Wolf Appliance to schedule a free repair in their home.

Units: About 44,000 (In addition, about 1,400 were sold in Canada)

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Baofali Crib Bumpers Recalled Due to Suffocation Hazard; Violation of Federal Ban on Crib Bumpers; Sold Exclusively on Temu.com by Unique Person Home Goods

Hazard: The recalled crib bumpers violate the federal crib bumper ban, posing a suffocation hazard to infants. Padded crib bumpers are banned by the federal Safe Sleep for Babies Act.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using and remove the recalled crib bumpers from the crib. To receive a full refund, take a photo of the crib bumper cut in half and email the photo to 2540535966@qq.com or message to Baofali Trading on Temu.com. Dispose of the destroyed crib bumper in accordance with local and state laws. Baofali Trading is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Units: About 390

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Guava Family Recalls Roam Strollers Due to Fall and Injury Hazards

Hazard: The stroller’s brakes can fail to engage or unexpectedly disengage, posing fall and injury hazards to children.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled strollers and contact Guava Family for instructions on how to register for a free repair kit and new installation instructions.

Units: About 8,500

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Kyte Baby Recalls Slumber Suits Due to Burn Hazard; Violation of Federal Flammability Regulations; Sold Exclusively on Kytebaby.com

Hazard: The recalled slumber suits violate federal flammability regulations for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled slumber suits immediately, and contact Kyte Baby for instructions on how to destroy or return the garments for a full refund or a store credit for the original purchase price plus free shipping and handling. Kyte Baby is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Units: About 20,500

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Dreamgro Recalls Lullaby Travel Soothers Due to Choking Hazard

Hazard: The recalled toy’s gold-colored soft star can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled soothers and take them away from children. Return the soother to the store where purchased for a full refund.

Units: About 25,900

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Jay Edwards

Born and raised in Northwest NJ, Jay has a degree in Communications and has had a life-long interest in local radio and various styles of music. Jay has held numerous jobs over the years such as stunt car driver, bartender, voice-over artist, traffic reporter (award winning), NY Yankee maintenance crewmember and peanut farm worker. His hobbies include mountain climbing, snowmobiling, cooking, performing stand-up comedy and he is an avid squirrel watcher. Jay has been a guest on America’s Morning Headquarters,program on The Weather Channel, and was interviewed by Sam Champion.

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