Recall Alert: K&M Slap Watches Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

by Sarah ShebekMay 14, 2021

The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced that K&M International is recalling more than half a million Wild Republic Slap Watches. The small battery inside the watches can fall out and cause battery ingestion or choking hazards.

Wild Republic Slap Watches come in 42 models in various colors. The face on the watch has an animal design or a historical figure. If you flip the watch over, you’ll see “Made in China” with the initials K&M. The label does note that the slap watch is made for children three and up. About 463,000 watches were sold in the U.S., with about 75,000 more sold in Canada.

If you bought this watch for your child, immediately take it away and contact Wild Republic for a full refund. They were sold at various zoos, museums, aquariums, online at WildRepublic.com and Amazon for approximately eight dollars between 2018 and 2021. No incidents have been reported so far.

—Sarah Shebek

Images courtesy of the Consumer Product Safety Commission

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Recall Alert: Kidde Recalls Several Smoke & Combo Alarms Due to Alert Failures

by Sarah ShebekMay 10, 2021

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced that Kidde is recalling several different smoke and combination alarms due to a failure to alert consumers to a fire. The alarms were sold at retailers nationwide between May 2019 and September 2020.

This recall involves Kidde TruSense Smoke Alarms and Combination Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarms. The model numbers are 2040, 2050, 2060 and 2070, located on the back of the alarm. Only alarms with the TruSense logo or “AMBER=FAULT” printed on the front of the alarm are included in this recall. They were sold for between $10 and $70 and about 226,000 units are involved.

No incidents or injuries have been reported. Customers should immediately contact Kidde for a replacement alarm. In the meantime, continue using the current alarm until the replacement can be installed.

—Sarah Shebek

Image courtesy of the Consumer Product Safety Commission

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Recall Alert: Kolcraft Inclined Sleeper Accessory Poses Risk of Suffocation

by Sarah ShebekMay 6, 2021

The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) reports that Kolcraft has re-announced a recall of inclined sleeper accessory.

About 51,000 units are under recall and were sold with the Kolcraft Cuddle ‘n Care 2-in-1 Bassinet & Incline Sleepers and Preferred Position 2-in-1 Bassinet & Incline Sleepers. Read on to see all the details.

To see if your product is affected, check the model number located on the metal bar between the legs of the bassinet. Model number starting with KB063 and model number starting with KB061 have the sleeper insets under recall.

The bassinet was sold at various mass merchandisers from 2011-2017 for about $140. So far, no incidents have been reported with the Kolcraft product, but infant fatalities have been reported with similar inclined sleep products from other manufacturers.

If you have a recalled sleeper inset, stop using it immediately. You can contact Kolcraft for a $35 voucher to be used online or a $20 refund. Kolcraft is also contacting all registered users and known purchases directly via mail. You may continue to use the bassinet without the accessory.

—Sarah Shebek

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Recall Alert: Infant Sleep Bags Can Pose Suffocation Risk

by Sarah ShebekMay 6, 2021

The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced that TJX has recalled several styles of infant sleep bags due to suffocation risk.

The sleep bags are sized 0-6 months and sold under the brand names Dylan & Abby, First Wish, First Wish Organic, Harry & Me, Little Red Caboose, Piper & Posie, Sam & Jo, Sam & Jo Organic, Shabby Chic and Willow Blossom. Customers may have purchased the bags at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls or Sierra.

The size of the neck opening is too large for infants 0 to 6 months, which can allow an infant’s head to slip into and be covered by the sleep bag, posing a risk of suffocation. If you have one or more of these bags in your household, check the style number to see if it’s under recall:

Dylan & Abby: CL01073
First Wish: CL00824, CL00889, CL00911
First Wish Organic: CL00981, CL00985, CL01099
Harry & Me: CL01102
Little Red Caboose: CL00756, CL00882, CL00899, CL00904, CL00905, CL00921, CL00924, CL00986, CL00987
Piper & Posie: CL00819, CL00923, CL00982, CL01005, CL01006, CL01007
Sam & Jo: CL00871, CL00890, CL00903, CL00906, CL00983, CL00984
Sam & Jo Organic: CL01066
Shabby Chic: CL00980
Willow Blossom: CL00909, CL00913

About 3,600 bags are under recall in the U.S. Additionally, about 33,250 were sold in Canada.

Fortunately, no incidents have yet been reported. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled infant sleep bags and contact TJX for instructions on how to participate in the recall. They’ll receive their choice of either a full refund or a store gift card.

––Sarah Shebek

Image courtesy of Consumer Products Safety Commission

Recall Alert: Peloton’s Tread & Tread+ May Cause Injury or Death

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Recall Alert: Peloton’s Tread & Tread+ May Cause Injury or Death

by Sarah ShebekMay 6, 2021

One of Peloton’s most popular pieces of workout equipment is under voluntary recall. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC) made the announcement after Peloton received information the products have caused one death and multiple injury reports.

Two different models are involved: the Tread+ with model number T01 and the Tread with model number T02. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC) advises that owners of either model immediately stop using the treadmills and contact Peloton for a full refund.

In the case of the Tread+, adult users, children, pets or objects can be pulled underneath the rear of the treadmill, potentially causing injury or death. A six-year-old child recently tragically died and Peloton has received 72 reports of incidents involving the unit. There are about 125,000 units under recall and the model number TR01 is printed on a black sticker located on the end cap in the front of the treadmill deck.

If you decide to keep your Tread+, move it to a room where children and pets cannot access it. In addition, Peloton is implementing software improvements to the product to automatically lock the Tread+ after each use and prevent unauthorized access by assigning a 4-digit passcode that will be required to unlock the Tread+.

Additionally, some Peloton Tread owners will be affected by another recall. The touchscreen on this treadmill can detach and fall, posing risk of injury to users. There have been reports of minor injuries in Canada and the United Kingdom. There are about 1,050 units under recall in the U.S. and 5,400 in Canada. The model number TR02 is printed on a black sticker located on the end cap in the front of the treadmill deck.

If you decide to keep a Tread under recall, Peloton is offering a free inspection and repair that will secure the touchscreen to the treadmill. The company has stopped sales and distribution of the Tread+ at this time.

—Sarah Shebek

Images courtesy of the Consumer Product Safety Commission

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The LEGO Wizarding World Collab Is Turning 20—And There Are New Sets to Celebrate

by Erica LoopApril 16, 2021

The Wizarding World is expanding—and your child can build it all! LEGO and Warner Bros. Consumer Products recently announced the launch of brand-new Harry Potter sets.

Your kiddo has spent years building with Potter-themed plastic bricks. Now they can add to their collection with sets themed after Harry Potter’s second year at Hogwarts. As if the sets aren’t enough on their own, several of the new options come with an exclusive 20th Anniversary golden minifigure.

That’s right—20 years have passed since the Wizarding World was first introduced in LEGO form. Along with the magical bricks your child has built over the years, the newest additions keep the Hogwarts theme going with scenes your young Potter fan knows and loves.

The new line includes the LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts: Polyjuice Potion Mistake, LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts: Fluffy Encounter, LEGO Harry Potter Hogsmeade Collage Visits, LEGO Harry Potter Chamber of Secrets, LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Wizard’s Chess, LEGO Harry Potter and Hermione Granger, LEGO Harry Potter Fawkes, Dumbledore’s Phoenix, and LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts: First Flying Lesson sets.

Marcos Bessa, LEGO Harry Potter Design Lead, said in a press release, “Two decades ago, we launched the first LEGO Harry Potter set—which I played with as a 12-year-old—and fans have remained just as enchanted by the magical adventures that they can relive and replay with the LEGO sets today as they were in 2001.”

Bessa added, “These new products are packed full of captivating features and exciting design twists that we hope will excite and enthrall builders of all ages as they explore some of their favourite moments from the films.”

Nab one of these sets in LEGO Stores, select retailers, or online at LEGO.com starting Aug. 1. Check out LEGO.com for pre-order options right now.

—Erica Loop

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Recall Alert: Teether Sold at Walmart Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

by Karly WoodApril 15, 2021

The U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission is recalling two infant teethers due to choking hazards. Both products contain items that can become dislodged and pose a risk to small children.

Keep reading to see all the details.

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Playgro is recalling its Clip Clop Infant Activity Rattles because the abacus ring on the horses back can come off and release the small beads, posing a choking hazard to small children.

To see if your teether is part of the recall, the affected products contain batch code number 010053 or 010082 printed on the back of the sewn-in seam label. The product package will contain UPC code 9321104011459. Currently no reports have been received of choking.

The teethers were sold at Walmart stores and online at Walmart.com from Nov. 2020 through Jan. 2021 for $5.

If you have an affected product, stop using and contact Playgro for a free placement. The company can be reached at 855-775-2947 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. PT Mon. through Fri., email at customercare@playgro.com, or online at https://us.playgro.com/ and click on the Safety Recall link located at the top of the page or https://form.jotform.com/vgadmin/PlaygroRecall to register on-line for a free replacement or for more information.

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Battat is voluntarily recalling its B. toys Firefly Frank Infant Teethers. It's been found that the plastic wings can detach from the body of the teether, posing a choking hazard to young children.

The teethers were sold exclusively at Target and Target.com from Jul. 2019 through Feb. 2021 for $6 to $10.

The company has received 14 reports of the wings pulling off or pieces breaking, and one report of a child choking on a part of a broken wing. If you have one of the teethers, immediately take away fro children and return to a Target store for a full refund. Consumers can also contact Battat to return by mail for a full refund.

Call Battat toll-free at 844-963-2479 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST Mon. through Fri., email at recalls@battatco.com or online at www.battatco.com and click on “Recalls” located at the bottom of the page for more information.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of U.S. CPSC

Recall Alert: Target Recalls Cat & Jack Baby Rompers for Potential Choking Hazard

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Recall Alert: Target Recalls Cat & Jack Baby Rompers for Potential Choking Hazard

by Erica LoopApril 15, 2021

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced a recall for Target’s Cat & Jack baby rompers due to a possible choking hazard. If you have this product or think you have this at home, read on for more info on this important recall.

The current recall includes the Cat & Jack Baby Heart Ears Rompers. According to the CPSC, the heart-shaped graphics on the knee areas could come off the romper. This poses a potential choking hazard. Target has received 40 reports of the hearts detaching and one report of a choking incident.

photo courtesy of U.S. CPSC

This recall includes 44,359 rompers sold in sizes newborn through 24M. The gray rompers have red hearts on the knees and hood, a red and white-striped lining inside the hood, red trim on the pockets, wrists and ankle areas. Along with the colors and decor, the recalled rompers also have snaps on the legs.

Product numbers included in this recall are 206-09-6476, 206-09-6477, 206-09-6478, 206-09-6479, 206-09-6480, 206-09-6481, and 206-09-6482. Find the product numbers on the white tag inside of the romper.

If you have one of the recalled rompers, stop using it immediately. Return the romper to a Target store for a refund. Customers who purchased the romper online at Target.com should contact the company to get a prepaid return label. Contact Target with questions at 800-440-0680 between 7″00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. CT seven days a week or visit Target.com and click on “Recalls.”

—Erica Loop

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Jet-Puffed New Marshmallows Are the Perfect Summer Snack

by Erica LoopApril 12, 2021

Don’t have time or a campfire to make s’mores? Don’t worry. Jet-Puffed recently introduced the brand’s new Bites line—and it’s perfect for snacking.

Now you don’t need the graham crackers and chocolate to make your marshmallow treats into something special. Jet-Puffed Bites are made to eat as-is.

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These delish snackable goodies now come in three fab flavors. If you want a s’more, minus the need to toast marshmallows or sandwich the gooey goodness between anything else, Jet-Puffed Bites are available in this time-tested taste. The S’mores flavor features vanilla marshmallows in a milk chocolate coating that’s topped with graham cracker crumbs.

Along with S’mores, Jet-Puffed Bites also come in a Birthday Cake (vanilla cake marshmallows in white chocolate with rainbow sprinkles) and Coconut (coconut marshmallows in dark chocolate with toasted coconut topping) flavors.

Jet-Puffed also recently released two new lines of snacking marshmallows in stand-up resealable pouches!

Allison Kelly, Associate Director at Kraft Heinz, said in a press release, “Our new resealable packaging and Jet-Puffed Bites lineup are answering a consumer desire for more snackable marshmallows.” Kelly added, “The stand-up resealable bags deliver marshmallows that are easy to store and help them stay soft and fluffy, while our new Bites flavors offer an exciting variety of new indulgent flavors.”

You can score a snackable pack of these tasty treats in grocery stores nationwide for the suggested retail price of $3.99. Jet-Puffed’s new stand-up resealable pouches will retail for $2.99.

—Erica Loop

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Recall Alert: RH Children’s Bath Wraps Due to Flammability Issues

by Erica LoopApril 7, 2021

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recently announced a recall of RH Animal, Heathered Plush and Luxe Sherpa Bath Wraps. The bath wraps were recalled for failure to meet flammability standards for children’s sleepwear.

The three types of children’s bath products are hood wraps with attached belts and patch pockets. All styles of the wraps have the product’s size and either “RH BABY&CHILD” or “baby & child RESTORATION HARDWARE” printed on the neck label.

While there are currently no injuries reported, the wraps could pose a burn risk in the event of a fire. The Animal style wraps ($35) include a bunny (ivory or petal colors), cat, dog, dragon, elephant, lion, monkey, moose or unicorn in sizes 2-3 years, 3-4 years and 4-5 years.

The recently recalled Heathered Plush Bath Wraps ($32) come in blue, gray, lilac, and pink and sizes 18-24 months, 2-3 years, 3-4 years, 4-5 years, 6-7 years and 8-10 years.

The Luxe Sherpa ($39) style also comes in the same sizes as the Heathered Plush. This product was sold in charcoal, gray, ivory, lilac, navy, and pink colors.

If you have the recalled bath wraps, stop using them immediately. Contact RH for a full refund or credit.

Consumers with questions can call RH toll-free at 833-917-3405 from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. PT Monday through Friday and from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PT Saturday and Sunday. You can also email the company at recall@rh.com or visit the RH website here.

—Erica Loop

Photos courtesy of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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