Recall Roundup

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Big Muddy Motor Sports Recalls Generators Due to Fire Hazard

DEWALT Recalls Framing Nailers Due to Serious Injury Hazard

Violation of Federal Mattress Flammability Standard Prompts Recall by Loyal Bedding of Mattress Sets

Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Crane Plumbing Recalls Bath Tubs With A Whirlpool Due to Entrapment and Drowning Hazards

Applica Consumer Products Inc. Recalls Spacemaker(tm) Coffeemakers Due to Burn Hazard

Diving Wings With Defective Inner Bladders Recalled by Poseidon Due to Drowning Hazard

Loaded Boards Recalls Orangatang Skateboard Wheels; Blow-outs Pose Risk of Injury to Riders

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Some imported Honey Jujube teas recalled for preservatives not found on product label

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tommy Irvin alerts consumers to the recall of some imported teas.

Seoul Shik Poom Inc., Englewood, NJ, is recalling its 2.2 lb packages of “Honey Jujube Teas” because they may contain sulfites, a preservative that is not listed as an ingredient on the product label.

People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The recalled “Honey Jujube Teas” were sold in retail stores nationwide.
The product comes in 2.2 lb, clear glass jar marked with code #TC1607 and UPC CODES: 0761898630358 on the label and with an expiration date of 08/13/2009, 11/26/2009, 05/26/2010, 08/18/2010, 10/02/2010, 01/15/2011, 03/09/2011 stamped on the top cover.

Consumers with the product may return it to place of purchase for a full refund. Those with questions may contact Seoul Shik Poom at (201) 567-7780.

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Saturday, June 20, 2009

Unlisted eggs cause soup mix recall

Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tommy Irvin is alerting consumers with an allergy or sensitivity to eggs to the recall of a kosher soup mix.

Unilever United States, Inc. is voluntarily recalling Knorr® Kosher Soup Mix – Chicken Vegetable Flavor with Pasta (imported from Israel) because it contains eggs without listing them on the label. Persons who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.

The soup mix is packed in a 2.18 oz (62 g) pouch. Its UNIT UPC is 4800170660 (located on the back of the pouch under the bar code). The recall includes all "BEST-IF-USED-BY" dates (located on a panel next to the UPC). The product was distributed nationwide.

Consumers who have the recalled soup mix are asked to discard it and call 877-270-7412, which is operational 24 hours a day, for information on the recall and to request a full refund. A company consumer services representative is available between 8:30 AM and 6:00 PM EDT. No other Knorr® products are affected by this recall.

Georgia Department of Agriculture sanitarians will be checking grocery store shelves and food warehouses to make sure the recalled soup mix is removed from sale.

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Nestle U.S.A. Recalls Nestle Toll House(R) Refrigerated Cookie Dough

/PRNewswire/ -- As part of a nationwide manufacturer's recall, The Giant Food Company today removed all varieties of Nestle TOLL HOUSE(R) Refrigerated Cookie Dough from store shelves. Nestle U.S.A. announced a voluntary recall of the refrigerated cookie dough in response to consumer illness complaints which may be linked to the consumption of the product in raw, uncooked form.

The recalled products include:

Chocolate Chip tube 32oz 0 50000 00400 3
Ultimates Chocolate Chip with Caramel Filling bar
16oz 0 50000 44066 5
Ultimates Chocolate Chip with Chocolate Filling bar
16oz 0 50000 44069 6
Chocolate Chip bar 16.5oz 0 50000 62231 3
Chocolate Chip tub 40oz 0 50000 62246 7
Chocolate Chip tube 16.5oz 0 50000 62239 9
Halloween Swirled Fudgy Brownies bar 18oz 0 50000 00088 3
Christmas Shapes Sugar Cookies 15.5oz 0 50000 00505 5
Easter Brownie Bar 18oz 0 50000 00518 5
Halloween Sugar Shapes 15.5oz 0 50000 00829 2
Halloween Swirled Chocolate Chip bar 16oz 0 50000 00929 9
Christmas Swirled Chocolate Chip bar 16oz 0 50000 00930 5
Easter Swirled Chocolate Chip bar 16oz 0 50000 00932 9
Red, White & Blue Swirled Choc Chip bar 16oz 0 50000 00937 4
Valentine Hearts Sugar Cookies 13.5oz 0 50000 44056 6
Easter Bunnies Sugar Cookies 13.5oz 0 50000 44058 0
Valentine Swirled Chocolate Chip bar 16oz 0 50000 00931 2

These products should not be consumed. Customers who have purchased the product should return any unused portions or bring their purchase receipt to any Giant Supermarket for a full refund. Consumers with questions are encouraged to contact Nestle U.S.A. at 1-800-559-5025.

The CDC and several State Health Departments are investigating an outbreak of E. coli infections that is possibly linked to the recalled products. So far no product has tested positive, and the investigation is ongoing.

Symptoms of E. coli O157:H7 exposure could include stomach cramps and diarrhea, including diarrhea with bloody stools. Although most healthy adults can recover completely within a week, some people can develop a form of kidney failure called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). HUS is most likely to occur in young children and the elderly. If any of the described symptoms are exhibited, medical attention should be sought.

To date, Giant has not received any reports of illnesses associated with consumption of these products. Customers may call Giant Customer Service at (888) 469-4426 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. for more information. Customers can also visit the Giant Web site at www.giantfood.com.

Friday, June 19, 2009

SmartSpark Energy Systems Recalls Battery Equalizers Due to Fire Hazard

Body Boards Recalled by JGR Copa Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Issues Nationwide Recall of All Lots of Stamina-Rx Dietary Supplement Products

Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (“Hi-Tech”), 6015-B Unity Dr., Norcross, GA 30071, announced today that it is conducting a nationwide voluntary recall of the company's product sold under the name Stamina-Rx.

On May 1, 2009, Hi-Tech was notified by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that FDA's lab analysis of one lot of Stamina-Rx samples found that the product contained the undeclared ingredient − benzamidenafil − a Phosphodiesterase Type 5 (PDE5) inhibitor. The lot number found to contain benzamidenafil is Lot 08141578, Exp. 9/10. Benzamidenafil is in the same therapeutic class of active pharmaceutical ingredients that include the PDE5 inhibitors sildenafil, tadalafil, and vardenafil, that are FDA-approved for the treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED). Benzamidenafil is not FDA-approved, and poses a threat to consumers because benzamidenafil may interact with nitrates found in some prescription drugs (such as nitroglycerin) and may lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. Consumers with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or heart disease often take nitrates and may be most susceptible to adverse effects from this product.

Stamina-Rx is sold predominantly in health food and drug stores nationwide. The product is sold in 10, 30, and 40-tablet bottles and in 2 and 6-tablet blister packs.

In addition to the one lot described above, Hi-Tech is recalling all other lots of Stamina-Rx because it is an unapproved new drug and misbranded new drug in violation of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (the Act). FDA notified Hi-Tech that, based on certain labeling claims made by the firm, Stamina-Rx is a drug as defined in the Act. Stamina-Rx is not generally recognized as safe and effective for use under the conditions prescribed, recommended, or suggested in its labeling. The labeling at issue was not on bottles of Stamina-Rx, but was contained in certain web-based and print media.

Hi-Tech has been under a Consent Decree of Permanent Injunction with FDA since September 23, 2003. In accordance with the Decree, FDA determined that additional corrective actions were necessary for Hi-Tech to achieve compliance with the Act and the Decree and therefore, on May 1, 2009 FDA ordered Hi-Tech to recall all lots of Stamina-Rx to the consumer level.

Customers who have this product in their possession should stop using it immediately. Any adverse events that may be related to the use of this product should be reported to Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Norcross, GA 30071 at toll-free 1-888-855-7919 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.

The public is encouraged to submit a report of any serious adverse events that occur with the use of Stamina-Rx to FDA’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online at [www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm] or by phone [1-800-FDA-1088] or by returning the postage paid FDA form 3500 [which may be downloaded from www.fda.gov/MedWatch/getforms.htm] by mail to MedWatch, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20853-9787 or fax [1-800-FDA-0178].

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Laceration Hazard Prompts Recall by Starbucks of Coffee Grinders; Made by Tsann Kuen

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: Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinders and Seattle's Best Coffee(r) Blade Grinders

Units: About 530,000

Importer: Starbucks Coffee Co., of Seattle, Wash.

Manufacturer: Tsann Kuen (Zhangzhou) Enterprise Co. Ltd. ("TKL"), of China

Hazard: The grinder can fail to turn off or can turn on unexpectedly, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 176 reports of grinders that failed to turn off or that turned on unexpectedly, including three reports of hand lacerations that occurred when the grinders turned on unexpectedly during cleaning.

Description: This recall includes the Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinders and Seattle's Best Coffee(r) Blade Grinders with the following colors and SKU numbers:

Brand --- Color --- SKU #
Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinder --- Stainless Steel --- 171884
Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinder --- Green --- 195234
Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinder --- Pink --- 195235
Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinder --- Orange --- 220623
Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinder --- Teal --- 220624
Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinder --- Cranberry --- 242275
Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinder --- Olive --- 344476
Starbucks Barista(r) Blade Grinder --- Black --- 454482
Seattle's Best Coffee(r) Blade Grinder --- Brown Metallic --- 474881

Sold at: Starbucks and Seattle's Best Coffee stores nationwide from March 2002 through March 2009 for about $30.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the coffee grinders and contact Starbucks to receive a free replacement grinder.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Starbucks toll free at (866) 276-2950 between 9 a.m. and 9 p.m. MT or visit the company's Web site at www.starbucks.com .

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Viking Range Corporation Recalls Built-In Refrigerators Due to Injury Hazard; Doors Can Detach

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: Viking Built-In Side-by-Side Refrigerator/Freezers and Refrigerators with Bottom Freezers

Units: About 45,000

Manufacturer: Viking Range Corporation, of Greenwood, Miss.

Hazard: The refrigerator's doors can detach, posing an injury hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Viking has received about 57 reports of doors detaching, including four reports of injuries involving bruises, broken toes/fingers, and strains. Also, several incidents of minor damage to floors and counters have been reported.

Description: This recall involves Viking built-in 48-inch wide side-by-side refrigerator/freezers and the built-in 36-inch wide refrigerators with bottom freezers with model and serial numbers with date codes listed below. The refrigerators come in stainless steel and various colors and wood finishes and are built into the kitchen cabinetry. "Viking" is written on the front of the refrigerator. The model and serial numbers are located either behind the produce drawer or on the ceiling of the interior of the refrigerators. The 42-inch wide or freestanding refrigerators are not included in this recall.

Model Numbers Starting With --- Date Codes

VCSB481, VCSB482, DDSB482, DFSB482, DTSB482, DDBB362, VCBB360, VCBB362, DFBB362, DTBB362, DTBB363 --- All units
VCSB483, DDSB483, DFSB483, DTSB483 --- Date codes before 030104
VCSB483D, DDSB483D, DFSB483D --- Date codes before 030105
VCBB363 --- Date codes before 102005
DDBB363 --- Date codes before 112305
DFBB363 --- Date codes before 041006

The first six numbers in the serial number are the manufacture date of the unit in [mm][dd][yy] format, e.g., serial number 051903G0000000375 was manufactured on May 19, 2003 and serial number F01250210170 was manufactured on January 25, 2002.

Sold by: Appliance and specialty retailers nationwide from July 1999 through April 2006 for between $4,725 and $6,400.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers with recalled refrigerators should contact Viking immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled refrigerator if the door isn't sealing properly, is sagging, or fails to open and close properly. If the door is functioning properly, consumers may continue to use the refrigerator until it has been repaired.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Viking toll-free at (888) 345-2650 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Viking's Web site at www.vikingrange.com .

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