Weil-McLain Recalls Williamson-Thermoflo GWS and GWI Gas Boilers.

May 6, 2008 Alert #08-567

Williamson-Thermoflo Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Williamson-Thermoflo GWS and GWI Gas Boilers

Units: About 1,800

Manufacturer: Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.

Hazard: If there is a leak in the vent piping, the recalled boilers can leak carbon monoxide (CO) into the buildings in which they are installed, posing a risk of CO poisoning.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: : The recall involves cast iron, gas-fired boilers used for space heating. The following model names and serial numbers are included in the recall.

Model Name	Serial Numbers
GWS-127, GWS-158	From CP 5160092 through CP 5663040
GWI-063, GWI-095, GWI-127, GWI-158	From CP 4363986 through CP 5699844

The model name and serial number are located on separate labels on the outside of the left panel.

Sold by: Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbers and contractors nationwide from October 2001 through December 2007 for between $1,500 and $2,700.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers who have not already been contacted, should contact their installer for a free safety inspection and repair, if necessary.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Williamson-Thermoflo toll-free at (866) 783-9516 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.williamson-thermoflo.com

Tags: Weil-McLain Recall, Williamson-Thermoflo GWS and GWI Gas Boiler Recall

Weil-McLain Recalls Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas Boilers

May 6, 2008 Alert #08-566

Weil-McLain Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Weil-McLain CGs and CGi Gas Boilers

Units: About 32,000

Manufacturer: Weil-McLain, of Michigan City, Ind.

Hazard: If there is a leak in the vent piping, the recalled boilers can leak carbon monoxide (CO) into the buildings in which they are installed, posing a risk of CO poisoning.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: : The recall involves cast iron, gas-fired boilers used for space heating. The following model names and serial numbers are included in the recall.

Model Name	Serial Numbers
CGs-3, CGs-4, CGs-5, CGs-6	From CP 5071501 through CP 5694976
CGi-3, CGi-5, CGi-6 Series 2	From CP 4134351 through CP 5698635

The model name and serial number are located on separate labels on the outside of the left panel.

Sold by: Plumbing and heating wholesale distributors to plumbers and contractors nationwide from October 2001 through December 2007 for between $1,700 and $2,700.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers who have not already been contacted, should contact their installer for a free safety inspection and repair, if necessary.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Weil-McLain toll-free at (866) 783-9276 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.weil-mclain.com

Tags: CPSC Recall, Weil-McLain Gas Boilers Recall, Weil-McLain Recall

Onward Manufacturing Co Recalls Broil King Gas Grills

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2008 Release #08-261

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 434-7455 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Onward Manufacturing Recalls Gas Grills Due to Fire and Burn Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - 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: Broil King Gas Grills

Units: About 4,800

Manufacturer: Onward Manufacturing Co., of Ontario, Canada

Hazard: The bottom of the cook box that contains the burners can melt or crack as a result of a grease fire. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported

Description: This recall includes the Signet, Sovereign and Sovereign XL series gas grills.

Signet series (model #’s starting with 986xxx)	400 sq. inch cooking surface with 3 burners and drop- down shelves; includes models with side and rear burners
Sovereign series (model #’s starting with 987xxx)	450 sq. inch cooking surface with 3 burners and drop- down shelves; includes models with side and rear burners.
Sovereign XL series (model #’s starting with 988xxx)	600 sq. inch cooking surface with 4 burners and drop- down shelves.

The model number can be located on the back panel of the grill.

Sold at: Independent retailers nationwide from February 2006 through April 2008 for between $450 and $700.

Manufactured in: Canada

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the grill immediately and contact Onward Manufacturing for a free repair kit.

Consumer Contact: For further information, visit the firm's Web site at www.broilkingbbq.com or call toll-free at (866) 434-7455 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.

Tags: CPSC Recall, Broil King Gas Grills Recall, Onward Manufacturing Recall

Gourmet Boutique, L.L.C., of New York, recalls 286,320 pounds of fresh and frozen meat and poultry products.

Click on the image for all the label images in a 31 page PDF file

CLASS I RECALL Congressional and Public Affairs
HEALTH RISK: HIGH
Peggy Riek (202) 720-9113 FSIS-RC-13-2008

NEW YORK FIRM RECALLS MEAT AND POULTRY PRODUCTS FOR POSSIBLE LISTERIA CONTAMINATION WASHINGTON,
May 3, 2008 – Gourmet Boutique, L.L.C., a Jamaica, N.Y., firm, is voluntarily recalling approximately 286,320 pounds of fresh and frozen meat and poultry products that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today.

The following products are subject to recall:
• 6-pound containers of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE CURRY CHICKEN SALAD.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” through “05/07/08.”
• 7-pound containers of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE FRUIT AND NUT HONEY CHICKEN SALAD KIT.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” through “05/07/08.”
• 3- and 6-pound containers of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE HOME STYLE CHICKEN SALAD.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” through “05/07/08.”
• 6-pound containers of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE HONEY CHICKEN SALAD.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” through “05/07/08.”
• 6-pound containers of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE SZECHUAN STYLE CHICKEN SALAD.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” through “05/07/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE BUFFALO BOB TWISTER.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 4.5-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE CHICKEN BURRITO.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 5-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE CHICKEN FAJITA.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE CHICKEN CHIPOTLE SALAD TWISTER.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE CHICKEN PARMIGIANA TWISTER.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE HAIL CHICKEN CAESAR TWISTER.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE HAIL CHICKEN CAESAR TWISTER w/White Tortilla.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE HAM & SWISS CLUB TWISTER.” Each package bears the establishment number “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE HOMESTYLE CHICKEN SALAD TWISTER.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE ITALIAN STALLION TWISTER.” Each package bears the establishment number “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE TURKEYCLUB TWISTER.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 3.125-pound bulk packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE TURKEY CLUB TWISTER WITH WHITE TORTILLA.” Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 10-ounce packages of “Jan’s Buffalo Bob” tortilla wrap sandwiches. Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 10-ounce packages of “Jan’s Chicken Parmesan” tortilla wrap sandwiches. Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 10-ounce packages of “Jan’s Chipotle Chicken Salad” tortilla wrap sandwiches. Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 10-ounce packages of “Jan’s Hail Chicken Caesar” tortilla wrap sandwiches. Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 10-ounce packages of “Jan’s Ham & Swiss” tortilla wrap sandwiches. Each package bears the establishment number “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 10-ounce packages of “Jan’s Homestyle Chicken Salad” tortilla wrap sandwiches. Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection Meddesktop as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 10-ounce packages of “Jan’s Italian Stallion” tortilla wrap sandwiches. Each package bears the establishment number “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 10-ounce packages of “Jan’s Turkey Club” tortilla wrap sandwiches. Each package bears the establishment number “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as a “SELL BY” or “BEST BEFORE” date of “05/02/08” or “05/03/08.”
• 15-ounce packages of “ARCHER FARMS FROZEN MINI BEEF BURRITO.” Each package bears the establishment number of “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 9-ounce packages of “ARCHER FARMS FROZEN PULLED PORK BURRITO.” Each package bears the establishment number of “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 9-ounce packages of “ARCHER FARMS GRILLED CHICKEN BURRITO WITH CORN AND BLACK BEANS.” Each package bears the establishment number of “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 15-ounce packages of “Jan’s Mini Beef Burrito.” Each package bears the establishment number of “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 5-pound packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE GRILLED CHICKEN STRIPS.” Each package bears the establishment number of “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 12-ounce packages of “Jan’s Grilled Asian Chicken Strips.” Each package bears the establishment number of “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 9-ounce packages of “Jan’s Chicken Burrito.” Each package bears the establishment number of “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 9-ounce packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE WRAPANINI CHICKEN PARMIGIANA.” Each package bears the establishment number of “P-18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 9-ounce packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE WRAPANINI MEATBALL PARMIGIANA.” Each package bears the establishment number of “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”
• 9-ounce packages of “GOURMET BOUTIQUE WRAPANINI SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS.” Each package bears the establishment number of “EST. 18799” inside the USDA mark of inspection as well as “BEST IF USED BY” date of “05/02/08” through “10/23/08.”

The fresh meat and poultry salad products were produced between April 19 and April 24. The frozen products were produced between October 23, 2007, and April 23, 2008. Recalled products were sent to food service and retail establishments nationwide. The problem was discovered through microbiological sampling by FSIS and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. FSIS has received no reports of illnesses associated with consumption of products subject to this recall. Consumption of food contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes can cause listeriosis, an uncommon but potentially fatal disease. Healthy people rarely contract listeriosis. However, listeriosis can cause high fever, severe headache, neck stiffness and nausea. Listeriosis can also cause miscarriages and stillbirths, as well as serious and sometimes fatal infections in those with weakened immune systems, such as infants, the elderly and persons with HIV infection or undergoing chemotherapy.
Media and consumers with questions about the recall should contact the company’s recall information hotline at (347) 887-0083.
Consumers with food safety questions can “Ask Karen,” the FSIS virtual representative available 24 hours a day at AskKaren.gov.
The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) is available in English and Spanish and can be reached from l0 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday. Recorded food safety messages are available 24 hours a day.
Complete Recall Release as a PDF File.

Tags: FSIS Recall, USDA Recall, CLASS 1 RECALL, CLASS I RECALL, fresh and frozen meat and poultry products Recall, Listeria monocytogenes

Little Bay Baking Company of Newmarket, Recalls all bags of CORN BREAD AND MUFFIN MIX sold before May 2, 2008

Little Bay Baking Company Issues Nationwide Allergy Alert On Undeclared Soy In Corn Bread And Muffin Mix In 12.6 Ounce White Paper Tin Tie Bag Package

Contact:
Helen Sanders
603-828-7236

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- May 2, 2008 -- Little Bay Baking Company of Newmarket, New Hampshire is recalling all bags of CORN BREAD AND MUFFIN MIX sold before May 2, 2008 because it contains undeclared soy. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to soy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

CORN BREAD AND MUFFIN MIX was distributed throughout the United States through retail stores and internet orders.

The Corn Bread and Muffin Mix comes in a 12.6 ounce white paper tin tie bag package and was sold under the names Little Bay Baking and GFCFDiet.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that Corn Bread and Muffin Mix containing possible traces of soy was distributed in packaging that did not reveal the presence of soy. Subsequent investigation indicates the problem was caused by a temporary breakdown in the company's ordering processes.

Consumers who have purchased Little Bay Baking Corn Bread and Muffin Mix are urged to return it to Little Bay Baking Company 14 Hilton Drive Newmarket NH 03824 for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-603-828-7236.

The Food and Drug Administration has been notified of this recall.

Tags: FDA Recall, Food Recall, Corn Bread and Muffin Mix Recall, Little Bay Baking Company Recall

TOYOTA RECALLS HIGHLANDER AND HIGHLANDER HYBRID PASSENGER VEHICLES!

Make / Models : Model/Build Years: TOYOTA / HIGHLANDER 2008 TOYOTA / HIGHLANDER HYBRID 2008 Manufacturer : TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION Mfr's Report Date : APR 18, 2008 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 08V181000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 90189

Summary: TOYOTA IS RECALLING 90,189 MY 2008 HIGHLANDER AND HIGHLANDER HYBRID PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A THIRD ROW SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THE NON-DRIVER DESIGNATED SEATING POSITIONS (DSP) ON THESE VEHICLES IS EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES THAT HAVE A FEATURE THAT CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR). THE BELTS CONVERT TO THE ALR MODE AFTER THE WEBBING HAS BEEN FULLY WITHDRAWN FROM THE RETRACTOR. THE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED SO THAT AS THE BELT IS RELEASED INTO THE RETRACTOR, THE SYSTEM REMAINS IN THE ALR MODE SO THAT A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM (CRS) CAN BE TIGHTLY SECURED.

Consequence: HOWEVER, FOR THE TWO THIRD ROW DSP'S ON THESE VEHICLES, THE ALR MODE DEACTIVATES BEFORE THE WEBBING IS FULLY RETRACTED, SO THAT IT WILL NOT LOCK WHEN CERTAIN REAR-FACING CRS'S THAT HAVE A SHORT SEAT BELT ROUTING PATH ARE INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE. THIS CAN ALLOW THE SEAT BELT WEBBING TO SPOOL OUT DURING NORMAL DRIVING MANEUVERS, WHICH COULD AFFECT THE STABILITY OF A CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLED AT THOSE SEATING POSITIONS. AS SUCH, THIS COULD DISCOURAGE THE USE OF A CHILD RESTRAINT AND IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD MAY NOT BE ADEQUATELY PROTECTED POSSIBLY RESULTING IN INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEWLY DESIGNED SEAT BELT COMPONENT FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Notes: CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.

Tags: NHTSA Recall, vehicle recalls, Toyota Recall, Highlander Recall

All The NHTSA Recalls For Month Of March

Following is link to the Monthly Recall Reports for the month of March. This report is a brief summary of safety defect and non-compliance notices received during March 2008.
The report is in PDF Format and requires PDF reader like adobe acrobat to read.
2008 March - recall Report PDF File

Tags: Office of Defects Investigation, ODI, March Recall report, safety defect, non-compliance notice, NHTSA Recall

"Total Body Formula" and "Total Body Mega Formula" Products Analysis Completed By FDA. Recall Stands.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2008

Media Inquiries: Kimberly Rawlings, 301-827-6253 Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA

FDA Completes Final Analysis of "Total Body Formula" and "Total Body Mega Formula" Products
Testing reveals high chromium levels in addition to selenium

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s final analysis of certain flavors of "Total Body Formula" and "Total Body Mega Formula” has detected hazardous amounts of chromium.

On April 9, 2008, the FDA reported the dietary supplement products contained hazardous amounts of selenium in samples of "Total Body Formula" in Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar flavors and "Total Body Mega Formula" in the Orange/Tangerine flavor. Further FDA analysis of the products found high levels of chromium as well. The samples contained up to 3,426 micrograms of chromium for the recommended serving (17 times the recommended intake). The recommended chromium intake for an adult ranges from 35 to 45 micrograms per day.

Excessive consumption of chromium can cause fatigue, muscle cramps, hyperactivity, hypoglycemia, renal failure and liver toxicity. Excessive chromium intake also can interfere with certain medications.

The new FDA finding comes as the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the number of confirmed cases of adverse reactions in consumers using the products has climbed to at least 201 individuals in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia.

Consumers were first cautioned March 27, 2008 not to purchase and to discontinue the use of "Total Body Formula" in Tropical Orange and Peach Nectar flavors and "Total Body Mega Formula" in the Orange/Tangerine flavor after receiving reports of adverse reactions. .

The FDA continues to investigate how excessive amounts of selenium and chromium got into the products.

The sole distributor of the "Total Body Formula" and "Total Body Mega Formula" products has voluntarily recalled the affected products.

Consumers who have been taking the products and have experienced adverse reactions should consult their health care professional. Consumers and health care professionals are encouraged to report adverse events to the FDA's MedWatch program at 800-FDA-1088 or online at www.fda.gov/medwatch/how.htm.

More information about selenium and chromium and toxic effects of excessive intake is available from the CDC and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry at: http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/.

Tags: chromium, Total Body Formula recall, Total Body Mega Formula Recall, FDA, fatigue, muscle cramps, hyperactivity, hypoglycemia, renal failure, liver toxicity

Lowe’s Stores Recall Children’s Storage Bins (Violation of Lead Paint Standard)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 1, 2008 Release #08-260

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 493-6563 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772 CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Children’s Storage Bins Sold at Lowe’s Stores Recalled Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - 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: Children’s Storage Bins

Units: About 84,000

Importer: L G Sourcing, Inc., of North Wilkesboro, N.C.

Manufacturer: Magus Industry Co. Ltd., of Taiwan

Hazard: Surface paint on the storage bins could contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: The recalled storage bins are wooden with scalloped edges and were sold in pastel green or pink. Item number 226782 (pastel green storage bin) or 226781 (pink storage bin) is located on the bottom of the storage bin. No other storage bins or colors are included in this recall.

Sold at: Lowe’s retail outlets nationwide from March 2007 through February 2008 for about $6.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled storage bins away from children and return them to any Lowe’s store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact L G Sourcing toll-free at (866) 493-6563 anytime, or visit www.lowes.com

Tags: Lead Paint Violation, Children’s Storage Bin Recall, Lowe’s Stores Recall, Lowes Recall

QVC Recalls SoleusAir Space Heaters

May 1, 2008 Alert #08-565

QVC Recalls Space Heaters Due to Fire Hazard

The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: SoleusAir Space Heaters

Units: About 28,000

Retailer: QVC, of West Chester, Pa.

Importer: Soleus International, of El Monte, Calif.

Hazard: The unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received nine reports of flames inside or coming out of the heaters, and 70 additional reports of smoking, overheating, sparking, melting, and/or emitting burning odors. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled heater is a 1,500 watt, black or charcoal-colored, canister-shaped space heater with three heat settings. The unit is about 25" high x 10" in diameter (not including the wheels). The words "SoleusAir 360 Micathermic Heater" are printed on a label located on the front of the unit.

Sold through: QVC's televised shopping programs, its Web site, and in QVC’s Studio, employee and retail stores from December 2007 through March 2008 for between $65 and $80.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the heater and unplug it. Consumers who purchased the heater through a QVC television program or QVC.com were mailed instructions on how to receive a refund. Consumers who have not received an information packet should contact QVC. Consumers who purchased the heater at a QVC store should return the heater to any QVC store to receive a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For further information, contact QVC at (800) 367-9444 between 7 a.m. and 1 a.m. ET any day, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.qvc.com

Tags: cpsc recall, Heater Recall, QVC Recall, Soleus Air Space Heater Recall, SoleusAir 360 Micathermic Heater Recall