News From CPSC: 5 Recalls Announced February 17, 2021
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1. Primark Recalls Nose Piercing and Body Bars Due to High Levels of Nickel; Risk of Skin Irritation: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Primark-Recalls-Nose-Piercing-and-Body-Bars-Due-to-High-Levels-of-Nickel-Risk-of-Skin-Irritation
2. Anker Play Products Recalls 10-in-1 Incredible Inventions Science Kit Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Paint Ban: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Anker-Play-Products-Recalls-10-in-1-Incredible-Inventions-Science-Kit-Due-to-Violation-of-the-Federal-Lead-Paint-Ban
3. National Presto Recalls Smokers Due to Electric Shock Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/National-Presto-Recalls-Smokers-Due-to-Electric-Shock-Hazard
4. Toro Recalls Power Max Snowthrowers Due to Amputation Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Toro-Recalls-Power-Max-Snowthrowers-Due-to-Amputation-Hazard
5. Jimco Lamps Recalls Accent Tables with Charging Receptacles Due to Shock Hazard: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Jimco-Lamps-Recalls-Accent-Tables-with-Charging-Receptacles-Due-to-Shock-Hazard
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1. Primark Recalls Nose Piercing and Body Bars Due to High Levels of Nickel; Risk of Skin Irritation:
Recall Date: February 17, 2021
Recall Number: 21-082
Recall Summary
Name of product:
5-Pack Nose Piercings and Body Bars
Hazard:
The nose piercings and body bars have elevated levels of nickel, posing a risk of skin irritation.
Remedy:
Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled piercing products and return them to a Primark store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact:
Primark US collect at 617-946-3236 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at www.primark.com and click on “Customer Service” at the bottom of the page, then click on the “Recall” tab in the middle of the page for more information.
Pictures available here:
Recall Details
Units:
About 800
Description:
This recall involves two Primark piercings: 5-Pack Nose and Body Bar Piercing. Both piercings are sold in white and yellow. Only 5-Pack nose piercings and body bars with the product numbers listed below are included in the recall. The product number appears on the product packaging.
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Item |
Kimball Number |
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5 Pk Nose Piercing (white) |
4102701 |
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5 Pk Nose Piercing (yellow) |
4102702 |
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Body Bar (white) |
2064701
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Body Bar (yellow) |
2064702 |
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Primark US stores located in the northeast region, Florida, and Chicago from August 2020 through December 2020 for about $3.50 for the 5-pack Nose Piercing and about $2.50 for body bar piercing.
Primark US Corp., of Boston, Mass.
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2. Anker Play Products Recalls 10-in-1 Incredible Inventions Science Kit Due to Violation of the Federal Lead Paint Ban:
Recall Date: February 17, 2021
Recall Number: 21-083
Recall Summary
Name of product:
10-in-1 Incredible Inventions Science Kits
Hazard:
Paint on the red and blue magnet contains levels of lead that exceed the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues. In addition, the product packaging lacks the required warning labels for magnets and balloons.
Remedy:
Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled science kit, take the included red and blue magnet away from children, and contact Anker Play Products to receive a full refund.
Consumer Contact:
Anker Play Products toll-free at 877-236-1945 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at custome...@ankerpp.com or online at www.ankerpp.com and click on “Recalls” for more information.
Pictures available here:
Recall Details
Units:
About 13,000
Description:
This recall involves the Anker Play Products 10-in-1 Incredible Inventions Science Kit. The kit contains a red and blue painted rectangular magnet bar, two yellow balloons, a small light bulb, metal clips, paper clips, a sticker page, three red coated wires and various other wires, screws and small mechanical parts. The “Adventure Club” logo is printed in yellow, blue and green on the bottom left on the front of the box. The affected magnet is painted red and blue and measures about 2 inches by 0.5 inches by 0.375 inches.
Incidents/Injuries:
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Menards and small independent toy stores nationwide from August 2020 through November 2020 for about $6.
Importer(s):
Anker Play Products, of Miami, Fla
Manufactured In:
China
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3. National Presto Recalls Smokers Due to Electric Shock Hazard:
Recall Date: February 17, 2021
Recall Number: 21-079
Recall Summary
Name of product:
Presto Indoor Electric Smoker
Hazard:
The heating element/wiring on the smoker is defective, posing an electric shock hazard to consumers.
Remedy:
Refund
Consumers should immediately stop using the Presto Indoor Electric Smokers and contact the firm to receive return instructions, or return the product to the store where it was purchased for a refund.
Consumer Contact:
National Presto toll-free at 833-909-1524 between 8:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.gopresto.com/recall or www.gopresto.com and click “Recall Alert” to complete the on-line registration form to apply for the refund and receive a shipping label.
Pictures available here:
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/National-Presto-Recalls-Smokers-Due-to-Electric-Shock-Hazard
Recall Details
Units:
About 25,000
Description:
This recall involves all units of the Presto Indoor Electric Smokers with Model No. 0601304 or 0601405. The model number is displayed on a sticker located on the underside of the smoker. “Presto” appears on the top of the digital display on the side of each unit. The smokers were sold in black stainless steel and camouflage finishes. The smokers prepare smoked meat, fish and vegetables. UPC codes 075741060132 and 075741060149 are located on the packaging.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received reports of five smokers tripping circuit breakers and outlets. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
Shopko, Sears, Kmart, Belk, Veterans Canteen Store and other home appliance stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Wayfair.com, Kohls.com and Walmart.com and other online sites from June 2018 through December 2020 for between $70 and $110.
Importer(s):
National Presto Industries Inc., of Eau Claire, Wis.
Manufactured In:
China
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4. Toro Recalls Power Max Snowthrowers Due to Amputation Hazard:
Recall Date: February 17, 2021
Recall Number: 21-080
Recall Summary
Name of product:
Toro Power Max Snowthrowers
Hazard:
The auger can fail to disengage when the control lever is released, posing an amputation hazard.
Remedy:
Repair
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Toro Power Max Snowthrower and contact a Toro authorized dealer for a free repair.
Consumer Contact:
Toro toll-free at 833-254-8856 to access the 24-hour Toro Dealer locator system, or online at www.Toro.com/locator to locate a Toro authorized service dealer near you.
Pictures available here:
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2021/Toro-Recalls-Power-Max-Snowthrowers-Due-to-Amputation-Hazard
Recall Details
Units:
About 6,700
Description:
This recall involves Model Year 2021 Toro Power Max 826 OHAE Snowthrowers with Model Number 37802. The model and serial number are located on the back of the snowthrower. Serial numbers included in this recall are listed on Toro’s website at https://www.toro.com/en/product-safety-information/product-recall-information.
Incidents/Injuries:
The firm has received five reports of incidents related to auger failing to disengage when the control lever is released. No injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
The Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and Toro Authorized Dealers nationwide and online at www.homedepot.com, www.acehardware.com, and www.toro.com from November 2020 through January 2021 for about $1,200.
Manufacturer(s):
The Toro Company, of Bloomington, Minn.
Manufactured In:
Juarez, Mexico
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5. Jimco Lamps Recalls Accent Tables with Charging Receptacles Due to Shock Hazard:
Recall Date: February 17, 2021
Recall Number: 21-081
Recall Summary
Name of product:
J Hunt Home and J Hunt and Co. Accent Tables with Charging Receptacles
Hazard:
The convenience charging receptacles and/or USB ports installed in the accent tables can have an electrical issue resulting in reverse polarity, which can pose a shock hazard to the user.
Remedy:
Refund
Replace
Consumers should immediately stop using the charging receptacles and ports and contact Jimco Lamp for a full refund or free replacement accent table.
Consumer Contact:
Jimco Lamp toll-free at 833-659-0753 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, email at rec...@nbg-home.com, or online at www.jhunthome.com and www.jimcolamp.com and click on Recalls for more information and a complete listing of affected styles and colors.
Pictures available here:
Recall Details
Units:
About 99,000 (In addition, 11,000 units were sold in Canada)
Description:
This recall involves multiple styles and colors of side accent tables with convenience charging receptacles and USB ports. The product is made of MDF, solid wood, veneers, and other materials. Some of the units have mirrored accents, one drawer or two drawer units. All of the affected units contain convenience receptacles for AC and DC electricity for ordinary receptacles and for USB charging pins. The units are sold with hangtags marked as “J Hunt Home” or “J Hunt & Co.” The different styles of the recalled units measure about 14 inches by 14 inches by 28 inches high for many of the units up to 24 inches by 15.5 inches by 74 inches high on certain other bookcase style units. The tables weigh between 13 and 26 pounds. All recalled units have a white adhesive label on the underside or back of the unit with the item number and date codes between April 2019 and November 2020. The date code is listed as a two-digit month followed by a slash and a four-digit year code such as 04/2019.
A complete list of affected item numbers are listed below and on the firm’s website:
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Incidents/Injuries:
No incidents or injuries have been reported.
Sold At:
HomeGoods, TJ Maxx, Marshalls and other home furnishings stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com and other online sites from May 2019 through December 2020 for between $60 and $130.
Importer(s):
Jimco Lamp & Manufacturing Co., of Austin, Texas
Manufactured In:
China
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