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 Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman Fork and Spoon Sets


The product

Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman Fork and Spoon Sets by Peachtree Playthings, sold at Dollar Tree and Deals during Jan. 2010.

What's up?

The middle two prongs of the plastic fork can detach, posing a choking hazard to children. Take the recalled fork and spoon sets away from from your baby and return it to Dollar Tree or Deals for a full refund. For more info, contact Peachtree Playthings at (800) 290-4831 or check the company website .



Britax “Blink” Umbrella Strollers


The product

Britax “Blink” Umbrella Strollers manufactured between May 2009 and September 2009 and sold from July 2009 through February 2010. (“Blink” is printed on the metal frame on both sides of the stroller, below the hand grips.)  For model numbers of recalled strollers, click here

What's up?

The stroller’s hinge mechanism can amputate or lacerate a child's finger when the stroller is being opened or closed. Immediately stop using the recalled stroller and contact Britax at (888) 427-4829 or online at www.BlinkRecall.com to receive free stroller hinge covers.


Pull-A-Long Friends toys: Toucan, Alligator and Sharky


The product

Pull-A-Long Friends Toucan, Alligator and Sharky made by Manhattan Group and sold from September 2009 through January 2010. Click here for lot codes. 

What's up?

The toy has wooden components that can break or come loose, posing a choking/aspiration hazard to young children. If you have one of these recalled toys, take it away from your baby and return it to the store where it was purchased for a refund or a replacement toy. For additional information, contact Manhattan Group at (800) 541-1345 or online at www.manhattantoy.com


Generation 2 Worldwide and "ChildESIGNS" Drop Side Cribs


The product

Generation 2 Worldwide and "ChildESIGNS" drop side cribs. For models and pictures, click here.


What's up?

Infants and toddlers are at risk of serious injury or death due to strangulation and suffocation hazards presented by the cribs. Three infants have suffocated when they became entrapped between the crib mattress and the drop side when the drop side detached; 28 incidents of babies becoming injured have been reported. Risk of strangulation occurs if the crib's plastic hardware breaks or the crib's mattress support detaches from the crib frame. Immediately stop using any recalled crib and contact the store where you purchased the crib for a refund, replacement crib or store credit, depending on the retailer. If you have any difficulties getting a remedy for a recalled crib, contact CPSC.


Discovery Kids Animated Marine and Safari Lamps


The product

Discovery Kids Animated Marine and Safari lamps sold from July 2009 through January 2010. Model numbers for Marine Lamps are 1627121 or 1628626 and for Safari Lamps are 1627124 or 1628626. Batch numbers begin with "2." (The batch number is an 11 digit number located on the bottom of each unit.) For pictures of the lamps, click here.


What's up?

What's up? A defect in the lamp's printed circuit board can cause an electrical short, posing a fire and burn hazard. Nine incidents have been reported. Immediately stop using the lamp and contact Innovage at (888) 232-1535 or online at www.lamprecall.org for information on returning the product for a full refund.


Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraint systems and bases


The product

Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraint systems and bases by Dorel, produced from Feb.18, 2008 through June 28, 2008. For model numbers, click here.


What's up?

Interference between the mounting bracket and the base can result in difficulty attaching or detaching the shell from the base. Improper mounting of the shell to the base can result in injury during a crash. To receive a free remedy kit, contact Dorel Juvenile Group at 877-657-9546, or contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236 or online.



Graco's Passage, Alano and Spree Strollers and Travel Systems


The product


Graco's Passage, Alano and Spree Strollers and Travel Systems, sold between Oct 2004 and Dec 2009, with a plastic, jointed hinge mechanism that has indented canopy positioning notches. Check a hinge photo and model numbers here


What's up?

The slats on the drop-down side of the crib can detach from both the top and bottom rails, possibly allowing a child to slip through and become entrapped. Consumers should immediately stop using the cribs and contact Caramia  at 1-877-728-0342 or caramia.com for a replacement drop side, which will be available in March 2010.


Dorel Asia cribs


The product


Dorel Asia cribs, sold Jan. 2005 through Dec. 2009. For model numbers check here.

What's up?

The hinges on the stroller's canopy pose a fingertip amputation and laceration hazard to your baby when you open or close the canopy. Graco has received reports of five fingertip amputations and two fingertip lacerations. Immediately stop using the stroller and contact Graco at (800) 345-4109 to receive a free protective cover repair kit.

Caramia "Diana" Drop Side Cribs


The product


"Diana" model drop side cribs, manufactured by Caramia Furniture between September 2002 and June 2004, and sold at Buy Buy Baby and other retailers nationwide between September 2002 and December 2005. For more information, including product images, click here.


What's up?

The slats on the drop-down side of the crib can detach from both the top and bottom rails, possibly allowing a child to slip through and become entrapped. Consumers should immediately stop using the cribs and contact Caramia (1-877-728-0342, or caramia.com ) for a replacement drop side, which will be available in March 2010.



HAPPYTOT and HAPPYBABY Pouch Meals from Nurture, Inc.


The product


Several flavor varieties of HAPPYTOT Stage 4 and HAPPYBABY Stage 1 and Stage 2 pouch meals, from manufacturer Nurture, Inc. The meals are sold in plastic pouches with plastic caps, and all of the recalled meal pouches are printed with expiration dates between November 2010 to January 2011. For a complete list of recalled flavors and UPC numbers, click here.


What's up?

The pouches may have a defect that could let in bacteria, which could lead to food contamination and illness. Defective pouches may or may not leak and/or appear swollen. Consumers should stop using potentially defective pouches immediately and contact Nurture, Inc. at 212-374-2779 for a full refund or replacement.



Cosco/Dorel Juvenile Group Child Restraint Systems


The product


Several model varieties of both the "HI BACK" and "TOURIVA" child restraint systems (car seats), manufactured by Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) from March - August 2002, and sold under the Cosco brand name. For more information, including a complete list of recalled model numbers, click here.


What's up?

All of the recalled models contain a six-panel "Wellington webbing" harness that degrade and lose strength when exposed to large amounts of sunlight. Car seats with damaged harnesses may not provide adequate protection to children in the event of a crash. Those in possession of a recalled car seat should stop using the seat immediately and contact DJG at 1-866-690-2539 for a free replacement kit.







"Big Rex and Friends" Children's Cloth Books


The product


The cloth book "Big Rex and Friends," published by St. Martin's Press. The books were sold at various retailers nationwide and online between May 2004 and October 2009. For product images and other information, click here.


What's up?

A red plastic dot that contains high amounts of lead is sewn into the book. Parents should take the book away from children immediately and return it to St. Martin's Press for a full refund. To contact St. Martin's, call 1-800-347-9411, or by visiting www.priddybooks.com/recall.




IKEA "LEOPARD" Highchair Seats and Frames


The product


IKEA's two-piece "LEOPARD" highchair, sold separately as a red seat and a black frame with a tray. Both products were available at IKEA stores nationwide in October and November 2009. For product images and additional information, click here.


What's up?

The locks that attach the seat to the frame can break off, potentially causing both the seat and the child to fall through the frame. The broken-off locks also pose a choking hazard to younger children. Consumers should immediately stop using the seat and the frame, and return both products to IKEA for a full refund.




Safety 1st Disney Day Care Center and Eddie Bauer Complete Care Play Yards


The product


Portable play yards with bassinet attachments and built-in changing stations, with either "Safety 1st" or "Eddie Bauer" printed on one of the support legs. The play yards were sold at Babies "R" Us, Kmart, Sears, Target and Walmart between January 2007 and October 2009. For more information, including product images and model numbers, click here.


What's up?

The bassinet floorboard is supported by metal bars that may slip out of their fabric sleeves and create an uneven sleeping surface, thereby posing a risk of suffocation or asphyxiation. Parents should immediately stop using the bassinet attachment and contact the manufacturer (Dorel Juvenile Group, Inc.) at 1-866-762-2166 or djgusa.com for free replacement materials and instructions.



Kendamaspot Wooden Skill Balls


The product


Kendamaspot's Oozora and Shin-Fuji wooden skill ball toys — red- or green-colored wooden balls, attached by a string to a wooden mallet with cupped ends and a spike on top. The toys were sold through Kendamaspot's website and at various Washington State cultural festivals from July 2008 through April 2009. For product images and other additional information, click here.


What's up?


The paint used to color the balls contains lead levels that exceed the federal lead paint standard. Parents should take the toys away from children immediately and contact Kendamaspot at 1-866-903-7795 or kendamaspot.com for a free replacement toy.




Dorel Infant Car Seat/Carriers


The product


Two-in-one car seat/carriers for infants, manufactured by Dorel and sold under one of the following brand names: Safety 1st, Cosco, Eddie Bauer and Disney. The seat/carriers were part of an infant Travel System that included a stroller, and were sold at department and children's stores from January 2008 through December 2009. For more information, including a full list of recalled model numbers and product images, click here.


What's up?


The seat's child restraint handle can loosen and fall off, posing a falling hazard to children when it is used as a carrier. Anyone who owns this product should stop using the handle immediately and contact Dorel Juvenile Group at 1-866-762-3316 or via their website to receive a free repair kit.


Lerado Mia Moda Infant Child Restraints and Bases


The product


Lerado Mia Moda infant child restraints and bases, models Viva and Viva Supreme, model nos. 5000 (seat), 5001 (base), 5050 (seat), 5051 (base), 5070 (seat), 5071 (base), 5080 (seat), and 5081 (base). 


What's up?


The harness splitter plate located on the rear of the seat has sharp edges which can cut the harness. Also, the base could crack in a crash. Stop using the seat and contact Lerado at 1-877-546-8437 for a full refund. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Evenflo “1-2-3 Tea for Me” Excersaucer Cake Toys 



The product


A plastic toy piece of cake sold as part of Evenflo’s Exersaucer “1-2-3 Tea for Me” Activity Learning Center. The double-layered cake is light blue with a dark pink trim, and has a bright yellow plastic candle flame attached to its top. For model numbers, images and other information, click here.

What’s Up?


The cake’s plastic candle can fall off, becoming a choking hazard. So far, 11 detached flames have been reported. While the rest of the product is still safe to use, you should immediately remove the cake toy from it and contact Evenflo for a free replacement.

Amby Baby Motion Hammock Beds



The product


Hammock-style infant beds manufactured by Amby Baby USA and sold between January 2003 and October 2009. All of the recalled beds have the label “Amby – Babies Love It Naturally” sewn onto the hammock. For more images and additional information, click here.

What’s Up?


When the hammock swings or tilts, the infant inside it may roll to the side and become trapped between the hammock fabric and the mattress. This can cause suffocation. Immediately stop using the bed and contact Amby by phone (866-544-9721) or via their website [http://www.ambybaby.com/] for a free repair kit.


Simon & Schuster “Monday the Bullfrog” Plush Books



The product


"Monday the Bullfrog” books from publisher Simon & Schuster. The books - actually plush bullfrog puppets with board books attached to their mouths - were sold between January 2006 through November 2009. For ISBN numbers and product images, click here.

The bullfrog puppets have large, round plastic eyes that may become unattached, thereby posing a choking hazard. In at least one instance, the puppet was packaged and sold with one of its eyes already detached. Consumers should stop using the entire product immediately and contact Simon & Schuster (by calling 800-732-9531, or visiting their website for a free replacement.



LaJobi "Molly" and "Betsey" Cribs



The product 

Approximately 400 wooden cribs manufactured by LaJobi, Inc. The "Molly"-style cribs have slatted sides and end panels; the "Betsy" style has slatted sides and end panels made of solid wood with openings on either side. Both are painted in either natural, antiqued green, or antiqued white finished. The cribs were sold at specialty stores nationwide from May 2000 through September 2001. For product images and model numbers, click here.

What's up?

The end panels on both crib styles have openings in which an infant or child's head may become entrapped, thereby posing a strangulation hazard. The cribs were originally recalled in December 2001 and have not been available for retail sale since that year. The company is voluntarily re-issuing the recall to alert second-hand and thrift store who may be selling the cribs, as well as consumers who are still using them. Anyone still using the cribs, and any used-goods store still selling them, should immediately stop using them and contact LaJobi (800-266-2848, or visit www.LaJobi.com) for a free non-hazardous replacement end panel.





Stork Craft Drop-Side Cribs



The product 

More than 2.1 million Stork Craft drop-side cribs in various styles and finishes, made and sold at major and online retailers between January 1993 and October 2009. The recall also includes 147,000 Stork Craft cribs with the Fisher-Price logo, which were manufactured between October 1997 and December 2004. Some of the recalled cribs have "storkcraft baby" or "storkling" printed on the drop-side teething rail; for Fisher-Price cribs, the Stork Craft logo is also printed in the manufacturer's instructions, on the assembly instruction sheet, and (for Twinkle-Twinkle and Crystal Crib models only) on the crib's end panels.

What's up?

The cribs' drop-side plastic hardware can break or detach (often when the drop-side is accidentally installed upside down), become deformed, and/or go missing. Any of these defects can cause the drop side to detach, creating a dangerous gap between it and the crib mattress. So far, 110 detachments have been reported. Of this number, 20 are blamed for falls from the cribs, while 15 led to children becoming entrapped in the gap. Four of these entrapments resulted in suffocation. Stop using the recalled crib and contact Stork Craft at 1-877-274-0277 or  www.storkcraft.com for a free repair kit; no one should attempt to fix the crib without this kit. For more information, including product images and tips on how to keep your crib sturdy, click here.



"Baby Chupete" Pacifiers



The product 

Approximately 641,000 "Baby Chupete" pacifiers, imported by Grand World, Inc., and sold nationwide from November 2004 through July 2009. They have aqua, red, white, or yellow ring-shaped handles and heart-shaped mouth guards with two ventilation holes, and latex nipples.

What's up?

The pacifiers mouth guard is too small to meet federal safety standards, and thereby poses a choking hazard to both infants and toddlers. Consumers should immediately take the pacifiers away from children and contact Grand World at 718-326-7786 or by logging onto Grand World's website for a refund or replacement. For more information, click here.



Maclaren Strollers



The product 

Approximately one million Volo, Triumph, Quest Sport, Quest Mod, Techno XT, TechnoXLR, Twin Triumph, Twin Techno, or Easy Traveller strollers manufactured by Maclaren USA, Inc. and sold from 1999 to November 2009. The recalled items are all single or double umbrella strollers. For product images and additional information, click here.

What's up?

The strollers' hinge mechanisms can cause fingertip laceration and amputation. Injuries can occur when a child places his/her fingertip in the hinge mechanism while the stroller is being unfolded. Contact Maclaren (visit the recall section of company's website, or call 1-877-688-2326) to receive a free repair kit.



Adventure Playsets' Wooden Play Sets



The product 

Eleven different models of wooden play sets, manufactured by Adventure Playsets and sold between January 2004 and December 2007. All play set models feature swings and a slide, as well as plastic-coated overhead and end ladders. For specific product names, numbers and images, click here.

What's up?

The play sets' horizontal overhead ladder (which serves as both a monkey bar and a swing support beam) is made of whitewood that can rot and weaken over time, creating a falling hazard and the potential for swings to become detached; more than 1,400 injuries have already been reported. Contact Adventure Playsets at 877-840-9068), on the web, or by emailing custservice@adventureplaysets.com to receive a replacement play set kit.



MacPherson's Young Artist Easels



The product 

MacPherson's-brand double-sided children's artist easels, featuring a green chalkboard surface on one side and a white board surface on the other, and sold from July 2004 to June 2009. The easels' original packaging is printed with the item number AA13301 and the UPC number 082435133010. For more information and product images, click here.

What's up?

The chalkboard surface contains high amounts of lead. Contact MacPherson's—via their recall website, by phone (1-866-319-5335), or by emailing recall@macphersonart.com—to request a replacement chalkboard panel.



Miamoda Viva and Viva Supreme child restraints and bases



The product 

Miamoda Viva and Viva Supreme child restraints and bases, manufactured by Lerado Success, Inc.Modelas numbers (seat/base) 5000/01, 505/51, 5070/71, 5080/81.

What's up?

The harness splitter plate located on the rear of the seat has sharp edges that can cut the harness. Also, the base could crack in a crash. For a full refund, contact Lerado at 1-877-546-8437 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or go to http://www.safercar.gov.



Coyne's & Company Haunted House Screen Candle Holders


The product


Haunted house-shaped black metal candle holders, designed to hold up to 6 tea light candles and sold exlusively at Yankee Candle stores nationwide between August and September 2009.

What's up?


The house's glass windows are finished with a transparent coating that can catch fire when the tea candles are lit. Consumers are advised to stop using the candle holders immediately, and to contact either Coyne's Company (by calling 1-800-336-8666 or emailing custserv@coynes.com, or via the company's website) or Yankee Candle for a full refund. For further details and product images, click here.




T&L Trading Company "My Baby Soother" Pacifiers


The product


Approximately 16,500 "My Baby Soother" pacifiers, sold at various delis, discount stores, and supermarkets throughout New York City between August 2007 and July 2009. The pacifiers have a ring-shaped handle; a pink, blue, yellow, or red heart-shaped mouthguard; and a nipple made of either silicon or latex.

What's up?


The pacifier's nipple can be easily separated from its mouthguard, thus posing a choking hazard to babies and toddlers. Because T&L Trading has refused to recall its product, the Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning all consumers to immediately discard these pacifiers. All vendors should cease distribution and contact CPSC. For further information and product images, click here.




Plum Organics Apple & Carrot Portable Pouch baby food


The product


One batch of the company's Apple & Carrot Portable Pouch baby food. All recalled pouches are marked with the "Best By" date May 21, 2010, and the UPC code #890180001221.

What's up?


Because this particular batch failed to meet FDA guidelines for proper acidity levels, it may contain a bacteria that can cause botulism. While the risk of contracting this potentially life-threatening illness is minimal, consumers are advised to stay away from even healthy seeming portions. All pouches can be, for a full refund, to Toys-R-Us or Babies-R-Us stores nationwide. For more information, click here.




Daiso Wooden Toys


The product


430 total items comprised of four different toy models - the Penguin Handbell, the Pull Doll, the Alligator Pulltoy, and four versions of the Rolling Animal - that were sold in California stores between December 2008 and May 2009. For further details, and to see pictures of the recalled items, click here.

What's up?


All of the toys contain small parts that may become detached, thus posing a choking hazard to young children. Take the toy(s) away from your child immediately; for a replacement toy(s) or a full refund, contact Daiso at 1-888-580-8841 (calls are taken Monday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. PT), or visit the company's recall website.




Infant and Children's Liquid Tylenol


The product


Certain lots of infant and children's liquid Tylenol. For lot numbers, click here.

What's up?


Recalled lots of the liquid Tylenol may be contaminated with B. cepacia. Check the lot number on the bottom of the box and on the sticker around the bottle. If you have a recalled product, contact and have questions, contact the McNeil Consumer Call Care Center at 1-800-962-5357. If you are concerned that you may have given your child a dose of recalled Tylenol, contact your health care provider.




Baby Jogger City Mini Strollers


The product


Baby Jogger City Mini Strollers single and double strollers sold Nov. 2007 through Jul. 2009. “City Mini” is printed on the stroller. For item numbers and codes, visit the CPSC site.


What's up?


The stroller’s restraint buckle could break or unlatch, and the baby could fall out. Immediately stop using the stroller and contact Baby Jogger at (877) 506-2213 to receive a free replacement restraint buckle and installation instructions.




Multiple styles and brands of window coverings


The products

15,400 horizontal blinds, 16,400 vertical blinds, and 800 Cellular Shades from manufacturer Vertical Land; 245,000 Roller Shades made by Lutron Shading Solutions; 163,000 Thermal Sailcloth and Matchstick Bamboo Roman Shades, both from Victoria Classics and sold exclusively at Target stores; 85,000 Pottery Barn Kids Roman Shades; 120,000 IKEA's MELINA Roman Blinds; 4.2 million ¼" Oval Roll-up Blinds and 600,000 Woolrich Roman shades, both by Lewis Hyman Inc.


What's up?

Each make and model poses a strangulation hazard due to freestanding, accessible and/or faulty looped cords or chains that can easily become tangled around a child's neck. Nearly all of the recalled products can also cause strangulation when a child places his or her neck between the blinds' exposed inner cord and its fabric backing. For more information and individual product details, follow the links above or visit the CPSC site.



Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets

The product

Simplicity 3-in-1 and 4-in-1 convertible bassinets, including bassinets with the Graco logo and “Winnie the Pooh” motif.

What's up?

The bassinets contain metal bars that are covered by an adjustable fabric flap secured by Velcro fasteners. If the fasteners are not properly re-secured when the fabric flap is adjusted, or if you entirely remove the fabric flap exposing the metal bars, an infant can slip through the opening between the lower metal bar and the mattress support and become entrapped and suffocate or strangle. Check your bassinet and if it is a recalled version, stop using it immediately and return it to the retail store where you bought it. At least one infant has died and several have become trapped.

Check your bassinet!

To determine whether your bassinet has been recalled and to learn where to return a recalled bassinet, check the model number and the manufacture date code listed here.




eebee’s “Have a Ball” Adventures Cloth Books

The product

eebee’s “Have a Ball” Adventures Cloth Books, published by Sterling and sold Jun. 2008 through Jun. 2009. ISBN 13:978-1-4027-5771-6 is printed on a white label attached to the book.

What's up?

 A string attaching a ball to the book can become entangled in the basketball hoop element, posing a strangulation hazard to babies and young children.Immediately take the book away from your baby and return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For more info, contact Sterling Publishing at (800) 367-9692.




Little Tikes Children's Workshop Sets and Trucks


The product

Little Tike's Children's Toy Workshop Sets and Trucks, sold Mar. 1994 through Jun. 2009. The recalled items include an oversized red or blue plastic toy nail. For model numbers, see the CPSC site.


What's up?

The toy nail can pose a choking hazard to young children. Immediately take the toy nail away from your baby and contact the firm at (800) 791-2737 for a free replacement.




Play Yards - various brands


The product

Play yards made by Kolcraft, including yards made for and carrying the names Carter's, Sesame Street or Sesame Beginnings, Jeep, Contours, Care Bear and Eric Carle. An estimated one million yards were sold between Jan. 2000 and Jan. 2009. For model numbers, which are on a white sticker on one of the feet of the play yard, see the CPSC site.


What's up?

The play yard's side rail can fail to latch properly. When a child pushes against the rail it can unlatch unexpectedly, posing a fall hazard. immediately stop using the play yard and contact Kolcraft at (866) 594-4208 for a free repair kit.



Jump 'n Jive Doorway Jumper

The product

Jump ‘n Jive Doorway Jumper made by Graco with musical dance mat and detachable toys, sold from Apr. through Jul. 2009; model number  1755544 is printed on the underside of the jumper tray.

What's up?

The recalled doorway jumpers include detachable toys that are attached to the jumper straps with strips of hook and loop fabric. The strips of fabric are not permanently attached to the toys and can become detached during use, posing a choking hazard. Remove the detachable toys and the attaching fabric strips and call the manufacturer at at (800) 345-4109 for a replacement set of toys.



Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates

The product

Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates made by Dorel before Dec. 20, 2008 (date of manufacture is printed on a sticker inside the battery door) and sold through Jul. 2009. The recall is for model number 42111, which is printed on a sticker under the handle panel.


What's up?

The hinges that hold the stair gate in place can break, posing a fall hazard to children if the gate is placed at the top of the stairs. Stop using the recalled gate and complete an online form to be sent a free repair kit.



Circo Booster Seat

The product

Circo Booster Seat sold at Target Dec. 2008 through Jun. 2009, with date code XJ0811, XJ0812, XJ0901, or XJ0902 printed on the backside of the seat next to the consumer warning info.

What's up?

The booster seat restraint buckle can open unexpectedly, allowing a child to fall and be injured.  Immediately stop using the seat and return it to your nearest Target store for a full refund. For more info, call (800) 440-0680.




BabyBjörn® Babysitter Balance and BabyBjörn® Babysitter Balance Air bouncer chairs


The product

BabyBjörn® Babysitter Balance and BabyBjörn® Babysitter Balance Air bouncer chairs sold Sep. 2008 through Jul. 2009. These bouncing chairs for babies have a red safety latch on the height adjustment mechanism and a plastic footrest with the BabyBjörn® logo. Find model numbers included in the recall here.


What's up?

Small, sharp metal objects found in the padded area of the bouncer chair can protrude, posing a laceration hazard to children. Immediately stop using the recalled bouncer chair and contact BabySwede at (866) 424-0200 for instructions on how to return the recalled products for inspection and relabeling, or replacement.




Dorel Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraint system


The product

Dorel Maxi-Cosi Mico infant child restraint systems produced Jul. 2007 through Feb. 2008, models 22-371 and 22-372, and model 22-515 base only.


What's up?

Warping of the base or inadequate mating between the shell and the base mounting bracket can result in difficulty attaching the shell to the base. If the shell is improperly mounted to the base, the child could be injured in the event of a crash. Dorell will notify all registered owners and will send a new mico base to owners of the affected seats free of charge. Contact Dorell at 1-877-657-9546 or go to http://www.safercar.gov.




LeapFrog Electronic My Pal Scout Electronic Plush Toy Dog


The product

My Pal Scout Electronic Plush Toy Dogs, made by LeapFrog and sold from May 2009 through Jun. 2009. When the decals on the dog's feet are pressed, the dog plays songs, speaks and barks. “LeapFrog Ent. Item No. 19142” is printed on the white tag attached to the dog and on the toy’s packaging. My Pal Scout dogs with embroidered paws are not included in this recall.


What's up?

The decals on the paws of the plush toy can be removed and ingested by a child, posing a choking hazard. Take the toy away from babies and young children and contact LeapFrog at www.leapfrog,com/recall or (800) 701-5327 to receive a replacement with embroidered paws rather than decals.




Evenflo Switch-A-Roo Telephone Toys


The product

Evenflo Switch-A-Roo Telephone Toys made between Oct. 2008 and Jun. 2009. The model number is 6391911.


What's up?

A mirror decal attached to the toy can peel away, posing a potential choking hazard. Immediately remove the mirror decal from the toy and permanently dispose of it. For more information, contact Evenflo at (800) 233-5921 or click here.




Teethers


The product

Nuby Gel Filled, Cottontails, and Playschool Teethers, all made by Luv N’ Care. The teethers are packaged in a plastic bubble on a printed card and can be identified by the UPC Codes listed below.


What's up?

Samples were found to contain the bacteria Bacillus subtilis and Bacillus circulans in the gel. If the teether is punctured and the gel is ingested, these bacteria can cause stomach pain, vomiting, and diarrhea in some children. Immediately stop using the teether, and discard or return it to the place where you purchased it for a full refund. If you have questions, call Luv N' Care at (800) 256-2399 ext. 3106.

48526-00451 Nuby

48526-00452 Nuby

48526-00453 Nuby

48526-00454 Nuby

48526-00455 Nuby

48526-00459 Nuby

48526-00467 Nuby

48526-00472 Nuby

48526-00473 Nuby

48526-00482 Nuby

48526-00483 Nuby

48526-00487 Nuby

48526-00490 Nuby

48526-00519 Nuby

48526-00521 Nuby

41520-87115 Cottontails

50428-91511 Playschool

41520-91660 Cottontails




Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs


The product

Zicam Cold Remedy Swabs in kid and adult sizes

What's up?

The FDA has warned consumers to stop using Zicam swabs for kids, as well as Zicam, Cold Remedy Nasal Gel. Use of these over-the-counter drugs is associated with the loss of sense of smell that may be long-lasting or permanent. Discard any product and contact Zicam at 877-942-2626 to request a refund.




Inflatable Baby Floats


The product

Inflatable Baby Floats made by Aqua-Leisure and sold Dec. 2002 through Jun. 2009, with a date between 08/02 and 07/08 molded on the valve. Products not included in the recall can have the lettering "NP" molded on the valve.


What's up?

The leg straps in the seat of the float can tear, causing children to fall into or under the water, posing a risk of drowning. Immediately stop using your recalled inflatable baby float and contact Aqua-Leisure at (866) 807-3998 for a full refund.




Jaloma Pacifiers

The product

Jaloma Pacifiers, sold in NY and NJ from Feb. 2008 to March 2009. "Jaloma" is printed on the handle side of the mouth guard and the nipple has a gel-like liquid inside.

What's up?

Because the pacifier mouth guard and ventilation holes are too small, the pacifier could pose a choking and aspiration hazard to babies. Immediately take the pacifier away from your baby and contact Gromex at (973) 458-9399 for a refund or exchange.



"CARS" Fleece Clog Children's Shoes


The product

Buster Brown & Co "CARS" Fleece Clog Children's Shoes, sold at Wal-Mart from Sept. 2008 through Mar. 2009.


What's up?

The shoe has four decorative wheels that can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. Immediately take this product away from children and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund.
ail labels along with instructions for proper placement of the label. Owners may contact Team-Tex at 1-877-912-1313.




Babyride infant child restraint system


The product

Babyride infant child restraint systems, Model 374199, manufactured on December 18, 2008 by Team-Tex America, Inc.

What's up?

The belt routing label with the "horizontal reference line" is incorrectly placed, which could result in an improperly routed belt. Improperly routed belts could result in injury to the child in the event of a crash. Team-Tex will notify owners and mail labels along with instructions for proper placement of the label. Owners may contact Team-Tex at 1-877-912-1313.




Shape-O Toys Maracas


The product

Shape-O Toy Maracas, distributed Tupperware. The plastic maracas are blue and red with yellow handles and cut-outs in the shape of stars, squares and other geometric figures.


What's up?

The maracas can break and expose small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children. In addition, the handle poses a suffocation hazard to young children. Stop using the maracas and return them to Tupperware for a refund or gift certificate. Maraca return forms can be accessed at www.tupperware.com, or by calling (888) 887-9273.




Zoo Pacifiers


The product  

Zoo Pacifiers pacifiers with animal cartoon figures as handles and a round-shaped mouth guard with three ventilation holes, sold from Dec. 2002 through Mar. 2009.


What's up?

The pacifier nipples can easily separate from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children. Immediately take the pacifier away from children and contact Healthtex at (866) 348-5080 for a refund or exchange.




Build-A-Bear Workshop Folding Toy Beach Chairs


The product

Folding Toy Beach Chair for Stuffed Animals, sold at Build-a-Bear Workshop stores and online from Mar. 2001 through Oct. 2008. For models, visit the CPSC site.

What's up?

The toy chair legs can bruise, pinch or cut fingers if caught while folding. Return the toy to any Build-A-Bear Workshop store to receive a store coupon. If it is not possible to return the toy chair to a store, contact the company at at (866) 236-5683 for instructions on receiving a refund.




Bugaboo Bee Strollers


The product

Bugaboo Bee Strollers sold Aug. 2007 through Apr. 2009. Bee strollers have item code 580210 on a label on the back of the seat and code 50100 on a label on the under-seat plastic support.

What's up?

One or both sides of the brakes can fail, causing a stroller to unexpectedly roll away on an incline. Immediately stop using the stroller and contact Bugaboo to receive a free repair kit by going to filling in the online order form or contacting Bugaboo customer service at at (800) 460-2922.