About 46,300 Bugaboo Cameleon and Donkey Model Strollers in the U.S. and 4,440 in Canada have been recalled due to fall and choking hazards, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Why the product is being recalled: A button on the stroller's carrycot/seat carry handle can become disengaged and cause the handle to detach, posing fall and choking hazards to young children. So far, Bugaboo has received 58 reports of carry handles detaching.
Description: This recall involves the carry handles on Bugaboo Cameleon and Bugaboo Donkey model strollers with detachable...continue reading
In a massive recall, Fisher-Price's Newborn Rock ‘n Play Sleeper has been pulled from shelves after the company received hundreds of reports of mold growing between the seat cushion and frame of the infant seat.
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Fisher-Price has heard from more than 600 consumers about the mold problem and were told of at least 16 infants who have been treated for related medical concerns, including respiratory issues, coughs and hives.
Parents were warned to inspect the recliners for any dark brown, gray or black spots - all signs of mold.
The recall...continue reading
Double check your New Year's Eve party menu - because smoked salmon is being recalled at Sam's Club stores in 42 states across the nation due to possible listeria contamination.
The salmon was produced by Multiexport Foods Inc. out of Florida.
The recall includes cold smoked salmon in 12-ounce twin packs and 1.25-pound bundles under the brand "Paramount Reserve".
The salmon is being recalled as a precautionary measure after a shipment possibly contaminated with listeria was found.
The products affected in the recall were distributed between Nov. 12 and Dec. 21.
Listeria bacteria can cause...continue reading
Four major retailers - Amazon, Buy Buy Baby, Diapers.com, and Toys R Us/Babies R Us - have voluntarily decided to recall "Nap Nanny" portable baby recliners after at least five infant deaths and dozens of reports of children nearly falling out of the product.
The CPSC warned parents and caregivers that the Nap Nanny contains defects in its design, warnings and instructions. The agency said the product poses a substantial risk of injury and death to infants.
According to ABC News, the product was created by mom and Philadelphia sportscaster Leslie Gudel, who sold it through her company, Baby...continue reading
Uh oh! Time to check the toy chest!
About 45,300 Hug N' Tug Baby Toys made by Sassy and Carter's have been recalled due to a choking hazard to infants, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
Why the product is being recalled: The beads inside the clear plastic sphere at the center of the toys can be released and pose a choking hazard to young children. So far the firm has received 12 reports of beads being released from the plastic clear plastic sphere body on Sassy-branded toys.
Description: The recalled toys for infants can be attached to a stroller or car seat...continue reading
It's been a big day for recalls! First, nearly 100k water toys were pulled from shelves for posing a SERIOUS ingestion hazard if swallowed.
And now, 457,000 top-loading washing machines have been recalled by LG Electronics, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Why the product is being recalled: An unbalanced load can cause the washing machine to shake excessively and the drum to come loose during use, posing a risk of injury to consumers and property damage to the surrounding area. So far, LG has received at least 343 reports of washing machines vibrating...continue reading
More than 95,000 toys that expand in water have been recalled due to a serious ingestion hazard, according to the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC).
Water Balz, Growing Skulls, “Despicable Me” H20 Orbs and Fabulous Flower Toys have all been pulled because the toys can grow to 400 times their initial size, causing an intestinal blockage if swallowed by little ones.
Why the product is being recalled: When the marble-sized toy is ingested, it expands inside the body and causes a blockage in the small intestine, resulting in severe discomfort, vomiting, dehydration and could be...continue reading
More than 10,000 Baby Jogger City Versa™ strollers have been recalled because of a potential fall hazard, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Why the product is being recalled: The stroller frame can fail to lock in place and collapse while in use, posing a fall hazard to children in the stroller.
Description: This recall involves all Baby Jogger City Versa™ model strollers manufactured between May 15 and August 20, 2012. The date of manufacture is printed on the stroller’s black plastic side hinge below “Baby Jogger” and “City Versa.” “City Versa” is also printed...continue reading
