Recall Alert: Target’s Cat & Jack Rashguard Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

by Gabby CullenDecember 30, 2020

You might need to dig out the summer clothes to check this one! The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced that Target has recalled around 181,000 Cat & Jack One-Piece Rashguards that were sold via Target.com and in stores from Dec. 2019 through Oct. 2020 for $15.

Target reports that the item in question has snaps that can break or detach. The recall includes the Summer Blue Lemon, the Coral Icon Story Hawaiian and the Moxie Peach Lemon Rashguards in sizes 12M - 5T. The product item number can be found on the white tag inside of the suit, click here to check the CPSC website in order to cross-reference your purchased item with the recalled products.

Target has received 27 reports of the snaps breaking or detaching, including one report of a laceration. If you have a recalled Rashguard, return it to Target for a full refund. Consumers with questions can contact Target at 800-440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT daily or online at www.target.com and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page, then on “Clothing” for more information. Consumers can also click the “Product Recalls” tab on Target’s Facebook page for more information.

—Gabby Cullen

Featured image: Target

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Recall Alert: Target Rompers Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

by Karly WoodDecember 30, 2020

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced that Target has recalled approximately 299,000 Cloud Island Rompers. According to Target, the snaps can break come loose from the rompers which poses a choking, laceration and pinching hazard.

Rompers included in the recall include the Cloud Island Waterfront Baby Boutique Romper, Cloud Island Little Peanut and True Navy Rompers, Cloud Island Little Wildflower and Joyful Mint Rompers, Cloud Island Oh Honeybee and Pink Rompers, and Cloud Island Floral Fields and Mint Rompers. The rompers were sold in sizes newborn to 12M.

Visit the CSPC website to see the complete list of rompers included in the recall. To see if your items are recalled, located the product item number on the white tag inside of the rompers.

To date, Target has received 16 reports of the snaps breaking, detaching, or missing from the rompers and one report of a child being pinched.

The Cloud Island rompers were sold at Target stores nationwide, Target.com, GoogleExpress.com and Shipt.com from Jul. 2019 through Oct. 2020 for $10 for a single romper and $11 for 2-pack rompers set.

If you have a recalled romper, immediately stop using and return them to any Target Store for a full refund. You can also contact Target to receive a prepaid return label to return the items via mail.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of CPSC

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Recall Alert! Dollar Tree’s Latest Recall Is a Fire Hazard

Recall Alert! Dollar Tree’s Latest Recall Is a Fire Hazard

by Erin LemDecember 22, 2020

Candles may make your home warm and cozy, but it’s time to examine the brand you currently have on your mantle. The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recently recalled Sure Scents 2-1 Peaceful Stream/Moonlit Waves Candles for posing fire and burn hazards.

photo: CPSC.gov

The candle (pictured above) is exclusively sold at Dollar Tree and according to CPSC, “the candles’ high flames can ignite the surface of the wax or cause the glass to break, posing fire and burn hazards.”

If you have this specific product in your possession immediately stop using it. Then call Dollar Tree for a refund. They can be reached at 800-876-8697 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or online at dollartree.com. If you go to their website to seek your refund, scroll to the bottom of the page and under “Customer Service” select “Contact Us” and then “Company Questions & Answers.” Next click on “Product Recalls” in the left column for more info.

Currently about 142,740 units are in circulation with the recall announced December 2020. To learn more visit CPSC.gov.

—Erin Lem

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by Karly WoodNovember 24, 2020

Kiddos bored at home? Then it may be time to take the plunge with Minnidip’s new Holiday Collection that includes the brand new DiPP!T Inflatable Ball Pit.

Available for pre-order starting Friday, Nov, 20 at minnidip.com, measures 66″ wide and 14″ tall with scalloped edges. Made from velvet vinyl, the DiPP!T retails for $199 and comes with free shipping.

Customer can choose from three colors that include blush pink, cream and mint green. When you order a DiPP!T you’ll also get approximately 500 premium crush-proof 3” ball pit balls in a multitude of colors like blush, lilac, mint, peach, pearl, periwinkle and clear.

To make it even more fun, One ball—aka THE GOLDEN DiPP!T—comes in every box and can be used as a game ball!

Each material used exceeds children’s product safety standards for safe playtime. And bonus: the DiPP!T box can be used as storage and features a side that for kids to color.

You can pre-order the new inflatable ball pit on minnidip.com.

––Karly Wood

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Hasbro Water Blasters Sold at Target Recalled Due to Lead

by Jennifer SwartvagherAugust 21, 2020

Check your toy box. Hasbro has recalled the Super Soaker XP 20 and XP 30 Water Blasters due to a violation of the Federal Lead Content Ban. These products were sold exclusively at Target.

This recall involves the Super Soaker XP20 (E6286) which is a green and orange hand-held water blaster, and the XP 30 (E6289) which is an orange and blue hand-held water blaster. “Nerf Super Soaker” and the model number are printed on the sticker on the side of the water blaster.

These products were sold at Target from Mar. 2020 to Jul. 2020 for about $8 (XP 20) and $13 (XP 30).

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Hasbro Inc. for instructions on how to return the product and receive a full refund. Consumers can contact Hasbro Inc. at 888-664-3323 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. ET on Fridays, or email at SuperSoakerRecall@Hasbro.com or online at https://shop.hasbro.com/en-us and click on “MORE INFO” at the bottom of the page for more information.

Consumers will be asked to unscrew the tank from the blaster and return the tank to the manufacturer using a postage prepaid label, for a full refund.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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Recall Alert: Thule Sleek Strollers Recalled

by Erin LemAugust 14, 2020

Calling all owners of Thule Sleek strollers. On Aug. 12, 2020, the company announced a recall of their Sleek stroller due to the handlebar detaching, which would pose an injury hazard to children.

There was one reported case of the handlebar detaching (no injuries reported) and Thule is taking the steps to rectify the situation by replacing the handlebar on all recalled Sleek strollers.

photo: Thule

About 4,000 Thule Sleek strollers were sold (in addition, about 880 were sold in Canada) between July 2018 through June 2020 for between $830-$850. They were sold in black, dark gray, light gray, navy blue and red with a silver or black frame.

Only strollers without a QC2020 sticker next to the product label and manufactured between May 2018 through September 2019 are included in this recall. The manufacture date code in YY/MM format, Thule Sleek and product number: 11000001-5, 11000017, 11000330 or 11000337-342 can be found on the product label located on the lower inside frame of the stroller. UPC code 091021978485, 091021883703, 091021460256, 091021761773, 091021079779, 091021070585, 091021349001, 091021433137, 091021514386, 091021037090,091021091900, 091021648937 or 091021190214 can be found on the product packaging.

If you think your stroller is in recalled, stop using the stroller and contact Thule Group at 855-929-3531 from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. You can also email thulesleek18@thule.com or visit online at thule.com/recallthulesleek or thule.com and click on Support/Safety Notice for more information.

Get more info. about the recall from from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission here.

—Erin Lem

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by Erin LemAugust 13, 2020

You teach your kids to wear a helmet and buckle up because their safety is always top of mind. Whystle, an app created by a mom of four kids, shares your values. The app provides personalized product safety alerts, recalls and other news items related to parenting that will help keep your family safe and healthy.

We know you do your best to keep up on the latest product and food recalls, but even the most super mom needs some super help sometimes. We like to think of Whystle as an extra layer of security. Here are some ways the app will help make parenting easier for you:

• When you’re researching a new product or brand, Whystle will provide a history of for that specific product type or a safety record of the brand. You’ll know whether the stroller you’re eyeing has presents a choking hazard or the dog treats you’re buying for Fido is contaminated.

• You can personalize your app so you receive product and brand alerts immediately that pertain to your stage of parenting and lifestyle habits. Get alerts affecting pregnancy, children, pets, food, allergies, medications, medical devices and much more.

• Share Whystle and your personalized feed with family and friends. This ensures that the people caring for your kids are on the same page as you and have access to the same information.

• If you own a product that’s been recalled and are entitled to a replacement, refund or some other benefit, Whystle will let you know. They’ll tell you exactly what steps to take to get what you’re owed (which is sometimes hard to navigate directly with the company).

Lauren Bell, the founder of Whystle, is a mom herself to four kids. She spent 10 years at the U.S. Department of Justice prosecuting companies for dangerous products so she knows firsthand how people kept getting hurt because the message wasn’t getting out effectively about safety issues and recalls. Her app is providing parents peace-of-mind and that is truly priceless.

Download Whystle here. Users can snag a free 7-day trial. Monthly an annual plans range from $2 to $5.99/month.

—Erin Lem

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Manhattan Ball Activity Toy Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Choking Hazard

by Jennifer SwartvagherJuly 23, 2020

Check your toy box. There’s been a recall of Manhattan Toy’s Manhattan Ball plastic activity toys. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Manhattan Toy has received six reports of the plastic tubes detaching from the center ball. If a tube with a silicone teether detaches the silicone teether becomes a choking hazard.

The toy has a hard plastic center ball with 12 soft plastic tubes inserted into the center ball and 7 silicone teethers threaded on the tubes. “The Manhattan Toy Company” and lot code 325700EL or 325700IL are printed on the center ball.

Manhattan Toy has received six reports of the plastic tubes detaching from the center ball. Two of the six reports included a silicone teether being separated from the toy. The firm also reported one incident of a child mouthing the silicone teether after it came off.

The Manhattan Ball was sold exclusively at Target stores nationwide and online at Target.com from Jul. 2019 through Jun. 2020 for about $10.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled toy away from children and contact Manhattan Toy or return it to any Target Store for a full refund.

You can reach Manhattan Toy at 800-541-1345 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Mon. through Thurs., email at help@manhattantoy.com, online at www.manhattantoy.com and click on ‘Recall Information’ for more information.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

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Boy Scouts of America Recalls Cub Scout Activity Pins

by Jennifer SwartvagherJuly 2, 2020

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, The Boy Scouts of America has recalled Cub Scout outdoor activity pins because the pin’s face and shaft contain levels of lead that exceed the federal lead content ban. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health issues. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the rhomboid-shaped pin is silver with a gold animal paw painted on a blue background.

Consumers should immediately take the recalled pin away from children and return the pin to any Boy Scouts of America retail store or contact Boy Scout of America’s National Distribution Center for a full refund, including shipping, or for a merchandise credit.

You can reach the Boy Scouts of America at 800-323-0736 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or online at www.scoutshop.org and click on “Product Recall” at the bottom of the page for more information

The pins were sold exclusively at Boy Scouts of America retail stores and authorized distributors nationwide and online from Apr. 2016 through Jan. 2020 for about $1.No injuries have been reported.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission

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Costway Baby Strollers Recalled Due to Failure to Meet Safety Standards

by Karly WoodJune 29, 2020

Costway has recalled three double stroller styles because they violate the Federal Standard for Carriages and Strollers. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recall affects about 16,000 strollers and also poses fall, entrapment and strangulation hazards.

The strollers are being recalled because it has been found that a child’s body can fit in the opening between the activity tray and the seat bottom, where their head can become entrapped. Additionally, the strollers also pose a fall hazard because the crotch restraint creates too large of an opening between the seat bottom and the restraint itself.

photo: CPSC

The affected strollers include:

Model BB4476- Infant Double Stroller in red, black and gray
Model BB4613- Infant Double Stroller in black
Model BB4690- Face to Face Double Stroller in gray

Additionally, a tag on the seat reads: “MADE FOR GOPLUS CORP 11250 POPLAR AVE. FONTANA, CA 92337.” The strollers were sold at costway.com and amazon.com from May 2016 through Dec. 2019 for approximately $100.

All consumers should immediately cease using the strollers and contact Costway for details on refunds. The company can be reached at 844-242-1885 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or by email at recall@costway.com.

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