The Consumer Product Safety Commission seeks to provide a valuable service by providing a list of recalls and other information that could affect safety. The Phoenix product liability lawyers at Begam Marks & Traulsen, P.A. recommend keeping abreast of these recalls as it can help you and your family avoid the potentially dangerous consequences of dangerous products. Here are some of the biggest recalls in January 2019, affecting everything from furniture to food.
Navien Condensing Tankless Water Heaters and Boilers
A kit in the tankless water heaters and boilers that help them convert to natural gas or propane can have an unintended side effect. Affecting about 3400 units, they can produce excessive carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide can pose a risk of poisoning to consumers with an affected unit. Contact the manufacturer for further details regarding replacement, repair, and further steps.
Miles Industries Gas Fireplaces
Miles Industries of Canada issued a voluntary recall of their gas fireplaces because they present a burn hazard. It affects Valor H5 fireplaces model numbers 1100 and 1150. The company is advising consumers to stop using the affected models immediately. They also recommend consumers contact the manufacturer for a free repair.
GNC Women’s Iron Complete Supplements
GNC issued a recall of their 60 caplet Women’s Iron Complete supplement because the blister packaging is not child-resistant, a mandate of federal law. When accidentally ingested by a child, these supplements could cause serious injury or death. GNC is urging consumers to keep the supplements out of reach of children and bring any unused supplements to the store for a full refund.
The Children’s Place Snowsuits
The popular children’s clothier issued a voluntary recall of one of their one-piece snowsuits. The metal snaps on each suit can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children. The manufacturer recommends taking the snowsuits away from children and contacting them about a refund. Those who purchased a snowsuit online should receive an email with instructions regarding their refund or replacement.
Manhattan Toy Children’s Books
The toy company’s fabric book line has a metal grommet that can detach and pose a risk of choking. It affects nearly 1200 units sold in the United States. If you recently purchased a fabric children’s book from Manhattan Toys, contact the manufacturer for a full refund.
Children’s Robes from The Company Store
Manufacturers recently reported that their children’s robes failed to meet the federal flammability standard and could pose a risk to children. Consumers with robes from the Company Store should take them away immediately and contact the manufacturer to obtain instructions for a refund. They estimate about 13,000 units are affected.
Lotus Foods Ramen Noodle Soup
A version of the paper soup cup provides incorrect instructions for microwaving, which could lead to burn injuries. Affecting 239,000 customers, the soup maker recommends that consumers stop using the paper soup cups immediately and contact them about receiving a replacement.
Skip Hop Convertible High Chairs
Popular children’s brand Skip Hop recalled their convertible high chair because the legs could detach and present a falling hazard to young children. It affects 32,000 units and the manufacturers urge that consumers stop using the units immediately and contact them about a full refund or a gift card.
Meijer Children’s Hoodie
Families who purchased a children’s hoodie from Meijer should be aware that the zipper can detach and present a choking hazard. The company is advising that consumers take away the hoodies immediately. Consumers can return the product to the store for a full refund. It affects approximately 25,000 units.
Safety recalls evolve constantly. To protect your family’s health, check the Consumer Safety Protection Agency website frequently. Follow any manufacturer instructions regarding refunds or replacements.