Child Safety Recalls

Durham Residents: Pay Heed to These September Product Recalls

Wes Platt

30 Sep 2024 — 4 min read

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As September wraps up, consumers in Durham should be aware of several product recalls that affect items ranging from bathroom safety bars to compact utility tractors. These recalls, issued due to safety hazards, provide guidance on actions consumers should take to ensure their safety.

Liberty Hardware Multi-Grip Tub Safety Bars

Issue: Fall Hazard.
Details: These safety bars, sold under the Peerless, Safety First, and Delta brands, pose a risk as the plastic sticker grip pads may dislodge, making the bars unstable.
Recall Action: 174,500 units are affected. Consumers can return the bars for a $35 refund.
Sold At: Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Lowe’s, and more, from January 2011 through May 2024.
Reported Issues: 14 reports of dislodged grip pads, one minor injury.

John Deere Compact Utility Tractors (Models 1023E, 1025R, 2025R)

Issue: Crash Hazard.
Details: The front bell crank in the brake linkage can fail, leading to brake loss and possible crashes.
Recall Action: 147,900 tractors affected. Consumers should stop using the tractor and contact dealers for free repairs.
Sold At: John Deere dealers nationwide between November 2017 and July 2024.
Reported Issues: 4 brake linkage failures, including one hospitalization.

Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles

Issue: Fire Hazard.
Details: The winch wiring in these vehicles may overheat, posing a fire risk.
Recall Action: 10,500 vehicles and 1,336 winches are affected. Polaris dealers are offering free repairs.
Sold At: Polaris dealers from February 2023 to August 2024.
Reported Issues: One reported fire, no injuries.

Jo-Ann Stores Place & Time Battery-Operated Desk Lamps

Issue: Fire Hazard.
Details: The battery compartment of these desk lamps can overheat when charging via USB, posing a fire hazard.
Recall Action: 9,700 units are affected. Consumers should return lamps for a full refund.
Sold At: Jo-Ann Stores nationwide between May and July 2024.
Reported Issues: Three reports of battery compartments overheating, no injuries.

Lucid Platform Beds with Upholstered Square Tufted Headboards

Issue: Fall and Injury Hazards.
Details: The beds may sag, break, or collapse, posing fall hazards. About 137,000 beds (890 in Canada) are affected.
Action: Stop using the beds immediately. Consumers should contact Lucid for a free replacement.
Reported Issues: 245 reports of beds breaking or collapsing, resulting in 18 injuries.
Sold At: Major retailers including Amazon, Home Depot, and Wayfair, from September 2019 through April 2024.

Wee Gallery Baby Tummy Time Gallery

Issue: Violation of Federal Phthalates Ban.
Details: The plastic pockets on the art cards contain levels of phthalates that exceed federal limits, posing health risks if ingested by children.
Action: Refund offered. Consumers should stop using the product and contact Wee Gallery for disposal and refund instructions.
Sold At: Various stores and online platforms from October 2022 through July 2024.

Caframo Cabinet Heaters

Issue: Electrocution Hazard.
Details: Improper wiring can cause detachment, creating a risk of electrocution.
Action: Contact Caframo for a free repair or replacement.
Sold At: Various stores and online from October 2023 through May 2024.

Ceither Adult Portable Bed Rails

Issue: Entrapment and Asphyxia Hazards.
Details: Bed rails can trap users, posing a risk of death by asphyxiation.
Action: Consumers should stop using the bed rails and contact the company for a refund.
Sold At: Exclusively on Amazon from August 2023 through August 2024.

Polaris Sportsman ATVs

Issue: Fire Hazard.
Details: Fuel can leak at the pump flange, posing a fire risk.
Action: Polaris is offering free repairs. Consumers should stop using the affected ATVs.
Sold At: Polaris dealers nationwide between July 2023 and June 2024.

Newmemo Children’s Ring Sets

Issue: Lead and Cadmium Poisoning Risk.
Details: These jewelry sets, sold on Amazon, exceed federal limits for lead and cadmium in children’s products, which can cause severe health risks if ingested.
Action: Refund. Consumers should stop using the rings and contact Newmemo for disposal and a full refund.
Affected Units: About 2,200.
Sold At: Amazon from January 2022 through March 2024.

Intellio Toys Bright Builder Fort Kits

Issue: Battery Ingestion Hazard.
Details: The flashlights in these kits contain easily accessible button cell batteries that pose a serious ingestion hazard to children.
Action: Refund. Consumers should stop using the flashlights and contact Intellio Toys for a refund.
Affected Units: About 12,400.
Sold At: Amazon and Intelliotoys.com between December 2022 and August 2024.

MJKSARE High Chairs

Issue: Entrapment and Fall Hazards.
Details: The leg openings are too wide, posing an entrapment risk, and the tray can disengage, creating a fall hazard.
Action: Refund. Consumers should stop using the high chairs and contact the manufacturer for a full refund.
Affected Units: About 4,760.
Sold At: Amazon from February to March 2024.

GOETAS Pool Drain Covers

Issue: Entrapment Hazard.
Details: The pool drain covers do not meet safety regulations, posing a risk of swimmer entrapment.
Action: Refund. Consumers should stop using pools with the recalled drain covers and contact GOETAS for a refund.
Affected Units: About 2,500.
Sold At: Amazon from March 2022 through July 2024.