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U.S. CPSC
February 1, 2005 |
Rossignol, and Dynastar Announce Recall of Snowboard Bindings The baseplate of the binding can break, resulting in loss of control and possible fall and injury to the snowboarder.   |
U.S. CPSC
May 20, 2008 |
K2 Sports Recalls Snowboard Bindings Due to Fall Hazard The cable that links the toe strap to the binding could break, posing a fall hazard to snowboarders. |
U.S. CPSC
May 12, 2010 |
Rome Snowboards Recalls Bindings Due to Fall Hazard The snowboard binding's base plate can break at cold temperatures, posing a fall hazard to snowboarders. |
U.S. CPSC
September 29, 2004 |
Full Speed Ahead Recall of Scatto Bicycle Wheel Quick Releases An internal part in the lever mechanism can break, reducing clamping effectiveness and rendering the unit inoperable, potentially causing a bicyclist to fall. |
U.S. CPSC
August 13, 2008 |
Rossignol Recalls Snowboard Bindings Due to Strap Failure The t-nuts that attached the buckles to the straps on the snowboard's bindings can detach, posing a fall hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
September 21, 2004 |
Gruga U.S.A. Recall to Repair Office Chairs Sold At Staples Stores The legs on the base of the chair can break, posing a risk of injury to the user. |
U.S. CPSC
July 12, 2006 |
Shimano American Corp. Recalls Quick-Release Device for Bicycles Posing Fall Hazard The quick release skewers can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in position. When this happens the rider could lose control and fall. |
U.S. CPSC
July 6, 2005 |
Rolf Prima Inc. Recall of Bicycle Wheels The rear wheel freehub mechanism can malfunction causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
October 2, 2003 |
Technuity Inc. Recall of Back-Up Power Supply Systems When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
March 3, 2006 |
Snowboard Bindings Recalled Due to Fall Hazard The Quechua "Rn'x7FX" snowboard binding's plastic base can break during use, posing a risk that snowboarders can fall and suffer a serious injury. |
U.S. CPSC
July 2, 2008 |
Hayes Bicycle Group Recalls Quick-Release Devices for Bicycles Due To Fall Hazard The quick release devices can unexpectedly fail or break when locked in position on the bicycle, causing the rider to lose control, which poses a serious fall hazard. |
U.S. CPSC
May 30, 2007 |
K2 Sports Recalls Marker M1 Demo Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard Skiers can unintentionally displace a lever at the rear of the binding which is used for fitting adjustment by ski technicians. If it is fully displaced, it can result in the unexpected release of the binding and possibly cause the user to fall. |
U.S. CPSC
December 23, 2008 |
Atomic Skis USA Recalls Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard The heel housing of the bindings can crack, causing the binding to release unexpectedly. This can cause the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
October 4, 2007 |
Dollar General Recalls Tumblers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard Surface paint on the center of the eyes of some of the cups can contain high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. |
U.S. CPSC
August 19, 2009 |
Burley Design Recalls Child Trailers Due to Risk of Injury The axle assembly's internal sleeve can loosen, causing one wheel to separate from the trailer. This poses a risk of injury to the child occupant or bike rider. |
U.S. CPSC
November 5, 2009 |
Children's Art Easels Recalled by MacPherson's Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard The chalkboard surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. |
U.S. CPSC
October 16, 2007 |
Formula Brake USA Recalls Disc Brakes for Bicycles Due to Risk of Failure The brake's hand lever can separate, resulting in loss of braking. This can cause the rider to lose control of the bicycle, posing a risk of injury to riders. |
U.S. CPSC
November 19, 2009 |
Salomon USA Recalls Ski Bindings Due to Unexpected Release, Fall Hazard The toe component of the ski bindings could fail to fully secure the ski boot to the ski binding, causing the binding to release unexpectedly. This could cause the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
October 3, 2006 |
FreeMotion Fitness Inc. Recalls Exercise Machines - Weights Can Unexpectedly Drop, Hit Users The selector pin for the weight plates can slip out of its slot if the edges of the pin are worn, allowing the weights to drop suddenly. Falling weight plates can hit consumers using the machines. |
U.S. CPSC
April 29, 2008 |
Nintendo Recalls Lapel Pins Due to Risk of Lead Exposure The metal lapel pin contains high levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. |
U.S. CPSC
December 27, 2006 |
Regal Lager Inc. Recall to Repair Strollers Due to Abrasion Hazard Children can touch the rear tires when in the stroller's add-on seat. This can pose an abrasion hazard to children. |
U.S. CPSC
January 13, 2005 |
Poundex Associates Corp. Recall of Dining Chair The welds on the chair's rear legs can crack and break apart, posing a fall hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
May 3, 2007 |
Battat Inc. Recalls Parents Magazine Toy Cell Phones for Choking Hazard The metal pin inside the hinge of the cell phone flip-top can fall out, posing a choking hazard to young children. |
U.S. CPSC
August 22, 2008 |
Power Light Modules Recalled by GCI Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards Internal wiring in the module's circuit boards is incorrectly installed, posing a risk of an electrical fire and burn hazards to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
January 2, 2008 |
ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Suspension Failure; Riders Can Lose Control of Vehicle The pivot bolts holding the rear suspension onto the frame can become loose, causing the rear swing arm to detach from the chassis posing a risk of injury or death to the operator. |
U.S. CPSC
October 23, 2007 |
Ski Boards Recalled by Line Skis Due to Fall Hazard from Binding Failure Screws installed improperly can cause the bindings to come loose or pull off the ski board during use, causing the skier to lose control or fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
February 5, 2003 |
Trak Inc. Recall of Snowshoe Bindings Screws and other hardware used to keep the bindings intact are too short, causing the binding to separate from the shoe. This poses a fall hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
August 8, 2005 |
American Classic Recall of Bicycle Wheels The hub in the bicycle's rear wheel can fail to engage properly, causing no resistance when pedaling. The bicycle rider could lose balance, fall and suffer injuries. |
U.S. CPSC
January 12, 2011 |
Marker Volkl USA and Kastle Recall Ski Bindings Due to Fall Hazard Steel springs in the heel pieces of the bindings could break, posing a fall hazard to consumers. |
U.S. CPSC
August 22, 2007 |
Martin Designs Inc. Recalls SpongeBob SquarePants(TM) Character Address Books and Journals Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard The paint on the metal spiral bindings of the address books and journals can contain excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. |
U.S. CPSC
November 22, 2005 |
International Playthings Inc. Recall of Toy Vehicles Small parts can detach, which pose a choking hazard to young children. |
U.S. CPSC
January 11, 2010 |
CPSC Approves Final Rule on Guidelines for Mandatory Recall Notices The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission unanimously approved a new rule setting guidelines and requirements for information in mandatory recall notices. |
U.S. CPSC
July 6, 2011 |
Mizuno USA Inc. Recalls Baseball and Softball Gloves Due to Presence of Mold Some gloves were found to contain a variety of molds that could cause respiratory or other infections in individuals with chronic health problems, or in individuals who have impaired immune systems. |
The Motley Fool
December 24, 2010 |
GM Recalling 109,000 Vehicles The automaker puts out the call to fix airbags and rear axles. |
IndustryWeek
February 1, 2007
Traci Purdum |
Do You Recall? If you manufacture a product - any product - chances are good you may have a product recall in your future. Implementing best practices during a recall will help ensure consumer safety and company longevity. |
