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Consumer Recall Alerts

November 18, 2014
This is one "lollipop" you'll want to keep out of your child's mouth! McDonald's is recalling its Hello Kitty Birthday Lollipop Whistles because its components can detach and create a choking or aspiration hazard to your little one. If your child has this product, take it away immediately, and return it to your nearest McDonald's for a free replacement toy. If you have questions about this recall, call McDonald’s at (800) 244-6227.

Overcharged


Tectron International is recalling its 3-in-1 USB phone chargers because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard. If you have this product, unplug it, and contact Tectron at (844) 582-3152 for information on returning it to the company for a full refund.

Mislabeled Shocks
DBINLINE Rear Shock

Following the High Speed Rebound damping directions on your Cane Creek bicycle shock absorber will cause your bike to go all wobbly and might make you fall. The graphics are mislabeled. If you have this product, stop using it, and contact Cane Creek Cycling Components at (844) 490-3663 to receive a repair decal kit with the correct instructions.

Model number on Designer Pro Series suction covers

Down the Drain

Waterway Plastics wants you to stop using your spa if you have a Designer Pro Series drain cover. It can become detached and leave the drain open, creating an entrapment hazard. Contact Waterway Plastics toll-free at (866) 719-6044 for instructions on how to inspect your drain cover or replace it for free.

Pendant

Dead Alert

If you've had an in-home emergency and are all alone, don't expect your Visonic Amber Personal Emergency Response Pendant and Kit to help you out. The battery has issues and may drain much faster than expected, leaving you in a lurch when you need to call for help. Contact Visonic at (800) 223-0020 for information on replacing your alert system for free.


Aqua Lung Axiomi3 buoyancy compensator with weight pockets and handles

Loose Lung Sinks Scuba Divers

Just in time for your scuba vacation... Aqua Lung is recalling its Buoyancy Compensators due to rubber handles that can come loose or detach when divers are trying to remove their weight pockets and surface in an emergency. This, obviously, is not a good situation. Divers could drown. Do NOT go scuba diving with this product! Contact Aqua Lung toll-free at (855) 355-7170 for information on receiving a free replacement product.