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Nintendo of America Initiates Replacement Program for Wrist Straps Used with Controllers for the Wii Video Game System WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary replacement program for the following consumer product.

Name of Product: Wrist Straps Used with Controllers for the Nintendo Wii Video Game System

Units: About 2 Million

Distributor: Nintendo of America Inc.

Issue: If consumers swing the hand-held “Wii Remote” game controllers using excessive force and accidentally let go, the cord connecting the controller to the wrist strap can break, potentially causing the controller to strike bystanders or objects.

Incidents/Injuries: Nintendo has received reports of cords on wrist straps breaking, including three reports of minor injuries not requiring medical attention. All of these incidents occurred when consumers were playing the game, “Wii Sports.”

Description: The wrist straps are sold with Nintendo's Wii video game system (pronounced "we"). Its controller, called the Wii Remote, is shaped like a TV remote. Sensors determine the Wii Remote's position in 3-D space, which means that a tennis swing, for example, is done through movement of a consumer’s hand rather than by just fingers and thumbs. The cords on the wrist straps included in this program are 0.6mm in diameter. The replacement cords are 1.0 mm in diameter (see photo below).

Sold by: The Wii video game systems have been sold since November 19, 2006 for approximately $249. The Wii Remote has separately been sold from November 19, 2006 for approximately $39. All Wii video game systems purchased after December 11, 2006 should have the new 1.0 mm cord. All individually sold Wii Remotes purchased after December 18, 2006, should have the new 1.0 mm cord.

Manufactured in: Japan and China

Remedy: Consumers should contact the firm for a replacement wrist strap.

Customer Contact: For more information, contact Nintendo toll-free at (800) 859-4519 between 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. PT, or visit their Web site at www.support.nintendo.com

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Name of Product: Children’s Butterfly Necklaces

Units: About 29,000

Manufacturer: U.S. Toy Co. Inc., of Grandview, Mo.

Hazard: The clasps on the necklaces contain high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled necklaces are silver-colored with multi-colored pendants shaped as butterflies. The pendant hangs from a silver-colored chain. The necklaces’ packaging is pink and purple cardboard with “Butterfly Necklace” printed on the front and “Item #JA442” on the back.

Sold by: U.S. Toy Co. retail stores, at www.ustoy.com, children’s, and small discount stores nationwide from October 2005 through November 2006 for about $4 per dozen.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled jewelry away from children and return the necklaces to the store where purchased for a free replacement product, or contact U.S. Toy Company for information on returning recalled necklaces purchased on the Web site.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact U.S. Toy Co. Inc. at (800) 832-0224 between 8:30am and 5 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ustoy.com

 

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Name of Product: BRIO Bell Rattles

Units: About 5,550

Distributor: K’NEX Industries Inc., of Hatfield, Pa.

Manufacturer: BRIO AB, of Sweden

Hazard: The small bell positioned between the wood slats can break and allow access to small parts. This poses a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Description: This recall involves wooden rattles with six-multi-colored slats used to connect the two, red round ends. A metal bell is contained within the slats. The rattles measure 2 1/2-inches in diameter by 2 1/2-inches in height. The name BRIO appears on one of the wooden sides.

Sold by: Mail order, Internet and specialty toy stores nationwide from February 2005 through April 2006 for about $5.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the toys away from children and contact K’NEX for a free replacement toy.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact K’NEX Industries at (800) 543-5639 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or e-mail the firm at email@KNEX.com

 

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Name of Product: Children’s Powerpuff Girls necklaces

Units: About 48,000

Importer: Rhode Island Novelty, of Cumberland, R.I.

Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled necklaces are multi-colored metal pendants that hang from a black cord. The pendants are in the shape of the head of one of three “Powerpuff Girls” cartoon characters. The packaging consists of purple cardboard with the three Powerpuff Girls cartoon characters and the words “CARTOON NETWORK” and “THE POWERPUFF GIRLS” printed on both sides.

Sold at: Carnivals, amusement parks, family entertainment centers, small discount stores nationwide and at www.rinovelty.com,from March 2003 through November 2006 for about $1.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased for a replacement or contact Rhode Island Novelty for information on how to receive a replacement.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Rhode Island Novelty at 1-800-528-5599 between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.rinovelty.com

 

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Name of Product: Children’s Boots

Units: About 6,500

Manufacturer: See Kai Run, of Woodinville, Wash.

Hazard: Metals snaps on the side closure of the boot can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: See Kai Run has received one report of a child starting to choke on a detached snap from the boot.

Description: This recall involves the “Ellis” children’s boot sold in pre-walk and toddler sizes 3 through 9. The boots are black with white stitching and were sold with either leather or faux fur lining. “See Kai Run” is written on the sole and insole of the boots. . “Ellis – FF” or “Ellis – L” is written on the side of the shoe box under the Style heading. No other styles or models are included in this recall.

Sold at: Children’s shoe stores, department stores, boutiques and Web retailers nationwide from November 2004 through November 2006 for about $40.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should take the recalled shoes away from young children immediately and return them to the store where purchased. Consumers will receive a refund or replacement pair of shoes.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact See Kai Run at (888) 524-7463 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or go to the firm’s Web site at www.seekairun.com

 

   

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Holiday Time™ Stuffed Christmas Beagles

Units: About 56,000

Importer: Wal-Mart Stores Inc., of Bentonville, Ark.

Hazard: The red pompoms on the wreath attached to the beagle’s mouth could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The stuffed animal is a brown and white beagle with a red scarf and Santa hat trimmed in red and white stripes. A green wreath with red pompoms is attached near the beagle’s mouth. The stuffed beagle measures 7-inches tall and 5-inches long. “Marketed by WAL-MART STORES, INC” and UPC number “8 85271 90780 3” are printed on the dog’s sewn-in labels. “Holiday Time™” is printed on the animal’s hang tag.

Sold exclusively at: Wal-Mart stores nationwide from September 2006 through December 2006 for about $3.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the stuffed animal away from young children and return it to the nearest Wal-Mart store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Wal-Mart at (800) 925-6278 between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit www.walmartstores.com

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Name of Product: Hobby Lobby Christmas Light Sets

Units: About 2.3 million sets

Importer: Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla.

Hazard: The lights have undersized wires which can separate from the plugs and/or the light sockets, posing an electric shock and fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: CPSC has received one report of a minor shock when a consumer touched a light string. Hobby Lobby has received one report of melting wires.

Description: The light sets listed in the chart below are included in the recall:

Bulb Color Wire Color Item # E # Retail 100 Count Indoor/Outdoor Super Bright Mini Light Set Multi Green CUL11001 E-214285 $2.47 Clear Green CUL11000 E-124315 $2.47 Clear Green CUL11000 E-65692 $2.47 Clear White CUL1100A E-214285 $2.47 Red Green CUL11003 E-214285 $2.47 Blue Green CUL11004 E-214285 $2.47 Green White CUL1100J E-214285 $2.47 Multi White CUL1100J E-214285 $2.47 Blue White CUL1100J E-214285 $2.47 Red White CUL1100J E-214285 $2.47 Green Green CUL11005 E-214285 $2.47   50 Count Classic Colors Indoor Super Bright Mini Light Set Frost White Green CUL05200 E-124315 $2.99 Royal Purple Green CUL05203 E-124315 $2.99 Angelic Gold Green CUL05204 E-124315 $2.99 Pink Green CUL05205 E-124315 $2.99 Red/Green/White Green CUL05206 E-124315 $2.99   150 Count Indoor/Outdoor Ribbon Style Net Light Set Multi Green CUL15519 E-214285 $6.99 Clear Green CUL15519 E-214285 $6.99   100 Count Outdoor/Indoor Miniature Trunk Net Light Set Clear Green CUL15530 E-214285 $5.99 Multi Green CUL15531 E-214285 $5.99 Red Green CUL15533 E-214285 $5.99 Green Green CUL15535 E-214285 $5.99   300 Count Indoor/Outdoor Hang-Straight Icicle Light Set Multi White CUL3003B E-214285 $9.99 Blue White CUL3003E E-214285 $9.99 Clear White CUL3103A E-214285 $9.99 Clear Green CUL31030 E-214285 $9.99

Sold at: Hobby Lobby stores nationwide from June 2006 through early December 2006 for between $2.50 and $10.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the lights immediately and return them to the nearest Hobby Lobby store to receive a Hobby Lobby exchange card.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact the Hobby Lobby Call Center at (800) 326-7931 anytime, or log on to the firm’s Web site at www.hobbylobby.com

 

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  NEWS from CPSC U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Office of Information and Public Affairs Washington, DC 20207 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 12, 2006
Release #07-047 Firm’s Recall Hotline: 866-478-8564
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
Firm's Media Contact: (314) 982-7782

Emerson Electric Co. Recalls Ceiling Fans for Injury Hazard from Falling Blades WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

 

Name of Product: Emerson 60-inch Designer Ceiling Fan

Units: About 4,000

Importer: Air Comfort Products Division of Emerson Electric Co., of St. Louis, Mo.

Hazard: The brackets holding the fan blades can break, causing the blade to detach. Falling pieces can hit and injure bystanders.

Incidents/Injuries: Air Comfort Products has received one report of a fan blade striking a consumer in the head. The company is also aware of six incidents of the brackets failing. Three incidents resulted in minor property damage.

Description: The recall involves the “Emerson Designer 60-inch Ceiling Fan.” The recalled fans have a 60-inch diameter and come in seven types of finishes including weathered bronze, pewter, antique brass, white, antique white, oil rubbed bronze and brushed steel. The following model numbers are included in the recall and can be found on the base of the fan.

Model Number Finish CF760WB Weathered Bronze CF760PW Pewter CF760AB Antique Brass CF760WW White CF760AW Antique White CF760ORB Oil Rubbed Bronze CF760BS Brushed Steel

Sold by: Menards and other lighting showrooms, electrical distributors and hardware stores nationwide from May 2005 through September 2006 for between $90 and $300.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should stop using these fans immediately and contact Air Comfort Products to receive a voucher for a free Emerson replacement fan of comparable value. Air Comfort will reimburse consumers up to $75 for charges incurred in the removal and installation of replacement fans from Air Comfort.

Consumer Contact: For more information, consumers should contact Air Comfort toll-free at (866) 478-8564 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.emersonfans.com

 

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The Land of Nod® Recalls Furniture Due to Lead Paint Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the manufacturer named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer products. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

 

Name of Product: Antique White Furniture from the Cottage Collection

Units: About 2,000

Importer: The Land of Nod®, of Northbrook, Ill.

Hazard: Some of the recalled furniture contains paint with high levels of lead. The lead level exceeds that allowed by the federal ban on lead-containing paint which is designed to protect children who might ingest paint chips or peelings. Lead paint is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None.

Description: The recall includes the following furniture and item numbers. The item number can be found on a label located on the back of the product. The shelf kits include one shelf and two shelf supports for use in the Low Rider Bookcase, the Double-Door Armoire or the District 28 Armoire.

Catalog Description Item Number Antique White Cottage 2-Over-4 Drawer Dresser 0405161-AW Antique White Cottage 3-Drawer Dresser 0405181-AW Antique White Cottage 7-Drawer Dresser 0405231-AW Antique White Cottage Accessory Top 0405162-AW Antique White District 28 Armoire 0411011-AW Antique White District 28 Armoire Shelf Kit 0411012-AW Antique White Double-Door Armoire 0411031-AW Antique White Double-Door Armoire Shelf Kit 0411032-AW Antique White Low Rider Bookcase 0404241-AW Antique White Low Rider Shelf Kit 0406191-AW  

Antique White Cottage 2-Over-4 Drawer Dresser
Antique White Cottage 3-Drawer Dresser
Antique White Cottage 7-Drawer Dresser


Antique White Cottage Accessory Top
Antique White District 28 Armoire


Antique White Double-Door Armoire


Antique White Low Rider Bookcase
Antique White Cottage Night Stand

Name of Product: Children’s Mood Necklaces and Diva Necklaces

Units: About 51,600 necklaces

Importer: Really Useful Products Inc., of Darien, Ill.

Hazard: The recalled jewelry contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled Mood Necklaces are multi-colored pendants shaped as hearts, moons, shamrocks, spiders, butterflies and lizards that hang from a black chord. The packaging is a black cardboard wrapped in plastic with “Mood Necklace” printed on the front and “Item # JW41001” and “UPC number 898846410011” printed on a sticker on the back. The recalled Diva Necklaces consist of pendants shaped as the words “ANGEL” or “Diva” that hang from a black chord. The packaging is pink cardboard with “Hand Painted” and “Diva Necklace” printed on the front, and “Item # 21800020” and “UPC number 898846200186” printed on the back.

Sold by: Children’s, dollar, and discount stores nationwide from September 2004 through November 2006 for about $1.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take this jewelry away from children. Consumers should return the recalled jewelry to the store where purchased for a full refund or contact Really Useful Products for information on how to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Really Useful Products toll-free at (888) 484-3444 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.ruproducts.com