Anywhere Lounger Bean Bag Chairs [US]

US/Washington: Powell Company recalls some Anywhere Lounger Bean Bag Chairs due to suffocation, strangulation hazards. CPSC: http://ht.ly/l7clv

Direct link: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Powell-Company-Recalls-Anywhere-Lounger-Bean-Bag-Chairs/

Additional information:
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) reports the recalled Anywhere Lounger Bean Bag Chairs are 100% polyester or 100% cotton and measure about 51 inches in height with a 43 inch wide base. Recalled colors include purple (item 199-B004), chocolate (item 199-B005), bayou blue (item 199-B006), pink (item 199-B007), lime green (item 199-B008), denim (item 199-B009), black and white (item 199-B012), striped black and white (item 199-B014), natural (item 199-B016) and camo (item 199-B017). The item number is printed on the product packaging and the phrase “Powell Company” is printed on the label on the bean bag chairs.

The CPSC says Bean Bag Chairs without a permanent zipper closure allow young children to unzip, ingest and/or inhale the small beads inside of the bean bag chair, posing a suffocation and strangulation hazard.

Please note: similar Bean Bag Chairs have been recalled for similar reasons, specifically entrapment, suffocation and choking hazards. To see all recalls and notifications related to this matter, please search for “Bean Bag Chairs” using the Search Box at the top of this page.

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CPSC recall number: 13-194
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-2012
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Budget Blinds Vertical Window Blind Recall [Canada]

Canada/Ottawa: Budget Blinds Manufacturing recalls some Vertical Window Blinds due to strangulation hazard. HCSC: http://ht.ly/l6TBn

Direct link: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/29211r-eng.php

Additional information:
Health Canada/Santé Canada (“HCSC”) reports its sampling and evaluation program has determined the recalled Window Blinds pose a strangulation hazard by having exposed looped operating cords. Young children may pull looped cords around their neck.

For more information on this particular hazard, see HCSC’s info sheet about Blind and Curtain Cord strangulation risk here: http://ht.ly/l6TQS

Direct link: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/kids-enfants/sleep-sommeil/curtain_cord-cordons_rideaux-eng.php

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HCSC recall number: RA-29211
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-2011
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Avon Microwave Popcorn Maker Recall [US]

US/Washington: Avon recalls some Microwave Popcorn Makers due to burn, fire hazards. CPSC: http://ht.ly/l6zuT

Direct link: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Avon-Recalls-Microwave-Popcorn-Maker/

Additional information:
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) reports this recall involves Avon’s Microwave Popcorn Maker sold in the US with item number 474-105 in Avon’s brochures and on its Web site. The recalled plastic Popcorn Maker consists of a clear tub and a yellow vented lid. The tub is 6 inches high and measures 7.5 inches in diameter and has three feet at the base. The phrase, “DO NOT REMOVE WITH BARE HANDS. HOLD UNIT WITH GLOVES” is molded into the plastic of the lid and the words, “USE IN MICROWAVE OVEN ONLY” is molded into the underside of the bowl. The phrase “Made in Taiwan” is printed on an adhesive label located on the underside of the bowl.

According to the CPSC, when cooked too long, popcorn can overheat in this Popcorn Maker and ignite, posing fire and/or burn hazards to consumers. Avon has received 20 reports of the Popcorn Makers overheating, including two incidents that resulted in fires with damage to the microwave ovens. No injuries have been reported.

CPSC recall number: 13-193
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-2010
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NHTSA May Vehicle Recalls – 31 MTD [US]

US/Washington: As of Thursday, May 16, the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has posted 31 vehicle or tire recalls so far this month. Are yours listed? http://ht.ly/5G8bb

Direct link: http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchCurrentMonthRecall

Additional information:
Recently added recalls include products from the following manufacturers:

• Chrysler Group LLC – Windshield Defrosting System: Potential Number of Units Affected: 498
• Fleetwood RV, Inc. – Awning motor: Potential Number of Units Affected: 196
• Heartland Recreational Vehicles, LLC – Awning Motors: Potential Number of Units Affected: 890
• Lion Bus Inc. – Brake Failure: Potential Number of Units Affected: 1
• Spartan Motors, Inc. – Steering Loss: Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,694
• Subaru of America, Inc – Steering: Potential Number of Units Affected: 5,379
• Tiffin Motorhomes, Inc. – Awning Motors: Potential Number of Units Affected: 293

Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-2009
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Deezo Children’s Hooded Sweatshirt Recall [US]

US/Washington: Zulily recalls some Deezo Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings due to strangulation hazard. CPSC: http://ht.ly/l65Dm

Direct link: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Deezo-Childrens-Hooded-Sweatshirts-with-Drawstrings-Recalled-by-Zulily/

Additional information:
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) reports this recall involves a Deezo brand boys’, girls’, and toddlers’ zip-up Hooded Sweatshirts (“Hoodies”) made of 65% polyester and 35% cotton. The Sweatshirts and Jackets have designs that include a heart with arrow, swirl, alien, flower, guitar, motor scooter and circuit board designs and come in the following color combinations: pink with white or black trim; white with pink or green trim; blue with a light blue and white trim and black with blue or green trim.

According to the CPSC, the following model numbers are included in this recall: 12501, 2502, 12503, 12504, 12505, 12506, 12507, 12508, 12509, 12801, 12802, 12803, 12804, 12806, 12807, 12808, 12809, 12810. Model numbers are located on the care label sewn into the garments side seam. Each garment’s hangtag also has the phrase “happyfashion4kids http://www.deezo.com.au” printed on it.

The CPSC says the recalled Hooded Sweatshirts and Jackets have drawstrings through the hood that pose a strangulation hazard to young children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines about drawstrings in children’s upper outerwear. In 1997, those guidelines were incorporated into a voluntary standard. Then, in July 2011, based on the guidelines and voluntary standard, CPSC issued a federal regulation.

CPSC recall number: 13-192
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-2008
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Peanut Orion Cracker, Haitai Biscuit Recall [Australia]

Australia/Canberra: SH Global Trading recalls some Walnut and Peanut Orion Cracker and Haitai Biscuits due to undeclared egg, a known allergen. ACCC: http://ht.ly/l4XNP

Direct link: http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1047714

About Egg Allergies:
For some people, egg (and egg products) are a source of urgent, dangerous and potentially deadly, allergic reactions. Foods made from egg ingredients may not necessarily sound as if they are derived from egg products. Examples of these include words such as “albumin”, “binder”, “emulsifier” or “lecithin”. These ingredients (and many more) are likely derived from egg protein and thus can cause serious allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Anaphylactic Shock could occur in consumers who are allergic to foods containing egg within a very short time, potentially leading to severe injury and/or death.

If you suspect Anaphylactic Shock, call 0-0-0 in Australia or 1-1-1 in New Zealand or other local emergency number for immediate transport to a medical center. If trained and an emergency kit is available, it may be appropriate to give an injectable drug such as Epinephrine (also known as adrenaline or adrenalin) to the affected individual. Trade names of these products include EpiPen, Twinject, Adrenaclick, Anapen, Jext, Allerject and Auvi-Q. Please note: even patients who are apparently stabilized should still go to hospital for emergency evaluation. Further treatment is often necessary.

ACCC PRA number: 2013/13583
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-2007
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