SAFETY ALERTS ISSUED BY THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION
The following advisories have been issued to warn consumers about specific problems that exist with certain products that have reported to have been found to be hazardous or pose a safety risk to those who have them. This list will be updated regularly so you can keep informed and help keep your home or business safe.
2GIG Technologies Recalls Modules Used In Go!Control Panels for Home Security Systems Due to Fire and Burn Hazard
Posted on Wednesday February 22, 2012GSM radio modules used inside Go!Control Panels for home security systems can overheat and combust, resulting in a fire or burn hazard to consumers.
Pro Armor Recalls Latches for Utility Vehicle Doors Due to Ejection and Laceration Hazards
Posted on Tuesday February 21, 2012The latch pin can disengage from the latch allowing the door to open while the vehicle is moving. This can pose a risk of ejection of an unrestrained rider and impact or laceration hazards.
Shimano Recalls PRO Atherton Mountain Bike Handlebar Stems Due to Fall Hazard
Posted on Tuesday February 21, 2012The bolts holding the front plate of the stem to the stem body can be pulled out of the threads while the bike is being ridden, causing the rider to lose control of the bike and fall.
American Honda Recalls ATVs due to Crash Hazard
Posted on Tuesday February 21, 2012A weld on the ATV's front right upper suspension arm can separate, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle, posing a crash hazard.
Fuji Recalls Women's Cruiser Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
Posted on Tuesday February 21, 2012The bicycle's frame can break in the center of the downtube during use, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Tumblekins Toys Recalled by International Playthings Due to Choking and Laceration Hazards
Posted on Thursday February 16, 2012The toys can break into small pieces with sharp points, posing choking and lacerations hazards to children.
Ganz Recalls Dancing Teapots Due to Burn Hazard
Posted on Thursday February 16, 2012The teapot's handle can get extremely hot when there is hot water in the teapot, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
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