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Boy Scouts of America Recalls Cub Scout Wind Tech Jackets Due to Strangulation Hazard

Allen Sanford — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Short Summary: The jackets have retractable cords with toggles at the hood/neck area and at the waist, which can pose a strangulation or entrapment hazard to children.

Read the CPSC’s full release by clicking here.

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Dutailier Group Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Due to Entrapment and Fall Hazards

Allen Sanford — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 21:00:00 +0000

Short Summary: The slats on the drop side can detach from the top and bottom rails creating a space between the slats. An infant or toddler’s body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib.

Read the CPSC’s full release by clicking here.

Battat Recalls Magnetic Sketchboards; Magnetic Pen Tip Poses Choking Hazards

Allen Sanford — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 14:30:00 +0000

Short Summary: The magnetic tip of the drawing pen can dislodge from the pen, posing a choking hazard to children.

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Kiddieland Recalls Disney-branded Fairies Plastic Trikes Due to Laceration Hazard

Allen Sanford — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Short Summary: The plastic fairy figures protrude from the top of the handle bar posing a laceration hazard if a child falls on them.

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Target Recall Children’s Frog Masks Due to Suffocation Hazard

Allen Sanford — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 14:30:00 +0000

Short Summary: The plush frog masks lack proper ventilation. When secured in place across a child’s face, it presents a suffocation hazard to the child.

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Guidecraft Recalls Twist ‘n Sort Toys Due to Choking Hazard

Allen Sanford — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:00:00 +0000

Short Summary: The small pegs on three of the four posts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

Read the CPSC’s full release by clicking here.

LittleLife Baby Carriers Recalled by Lifemarque Due to Fall Hazard

Allen Sanford — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 15:30:00 +0000

Short Summary: The carriers were sold without bolts that attach the carrier’s main frame to the metal stand. Missing bolts cause the carrier to disconnect from the stand and fall backwards, posing a fall hazard to a child in the carrier.

Read the CPSC’s full release by clicking here.

Jogging Strollers Recalled by B.O.B. Trailers Due to Choking Hazard

Allen Sanford — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Short Summary: The stroller canopy’s embroidered logo’s backing patch can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies and young children.

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IKEA Recalls Children’s Folding Tent Due to Laceration and Puncture Hazards

Allen Sanford — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 19:30:00 +0000

Short Summary: The steel wire frame of the tent can break, producing sharp wire ends that can protrude through the tent fabric, posing a laceration or puncture hazard.

Read the CPSC’s full release by clicking here.

Yu Wei Recalls Drop-Side Cribs Sold Exclusively at jcpenney Due to Entrapment and Suffocation Hazards

Allen Sanford — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:45:00 +0000

Short Summary: The drop-side rails on the crib can malfunction, detach or unexpectedly fall down, causing part of the drop side to fall out of position. When this happens, a space is created into which an infant or toddler can roll and become wedged or entrapped, which can lead to strangulation or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and due to age-related wear and tear.

Read the CPSC’s full release by clicking here.