Category: Leisure
Workbless Pressure Washers Recalled for Electric Shock Hazards
Workbless recalled about 2,200 electric pressure washers because they do not have a GFCI or a long power cord, which poses shock and electrocution risks.
KTM Recalls 21,000 Off-Road Bikes for Brake Defect
KTM North America recalled about 21,040 GASGAS and Husqvarna off-road motorcycles because the rear brake caliper can crack or break, which may reduce braking power. This poses a serious crash hazard.
Giantex Recalls Lounge Chairs for Finger Amputation Hazard
Giantex recalled about 1,155 outdoor lounge chairs after a customer suffered a finger amputation in a pinch point in the adjustment mechanism.
Guidecraft Recalls 25,000 Toddler Towers for Fall Hazard
Guidecraft recalled about 25,235 kitchen-helper toddler towers because the platform in the tower can loosen over time and detach, which poses a fall hazard to young children. The CPSC has received 11 reports of children falling, including 3 injuries.
Northlight Tabletop Fireplaces Linked to Severe Burn Hazards
The CPSC is warning consumers to stop using Northlight Bio Ethanol Portable Tabletop Fireplaces due to a risk of pool fires, flame jetting, and serious or fatal burns. The importer has refused to recall the fire pits.
Dovety Steam Cleaners Linked to 48 Reports of Burn Injuries
The CPSC is warning consumers to stop using Dovety Steam Cleaners after 52 reports of hot water ejecting from the units, including 48 burn injuries. The Chinese seller refused to issue a recall.
FitRx Dumbbells Recalled After Weights Fall Off Mid-Use
Tzumi Electronics recalled about 50,000 FitRx SmartBell Quick-Select Adjustable Dumbbells after weight plates dislodged from the handle during use, resulting in broken toes, bruises, contusions, and lacerations.
ZroeZroe Heated Insoles Linked to 10 Fires, 4 Serious Burn Injuries
The CPSC warned consumers to stop using ZroeZroe Heated Insoles after 10 fires and at least 4 burn injuries, including 2nd- and 3rd-degree burns requiring skin grafts.
32 Degrees Recalls Heated Socks for Burn Hazard
32 Degrees recalled about 207,806 heated socks sold at Costco stores and Costco.com after 13 consumers reported first- or second-degree burns. The socks can pose a burn hazard when worn during high-intensity activities.
Sperax Refuses Treadmill Recall After 66 Injuries Reported
The CPSC is warning consumers to stop using Sperax walking pads and treadmills immediately after documenting 66 injuries and nearly 600 fire-related incidents. The importer refused to agree to a recall and even objected to the government's safety warning.