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January 2017 Consumer Recalls

January 24, 2017

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CHOKING HAZARD

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts US​ has recalled Minnie and Mickey Mouse infant hoodie sweatshirts due to a potential choking hazard. The snaps on the hoodies can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. If you own this product, immediately stop using the recalled infant hoodies and contact Walt Disney Parks and Resorts US, Inc. at 844.722.1444 for instructions on returning it for a full refund.

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FIRE HAZARD

Boosted has recalled their electric-powered skateboards as the lithium ion battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard. Immediately stop using the recalled skateboards and contact Boosted at 844.395.0070 for a free replacement battery pack.

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FALL HAZARD

​GLOPO has recalled Joyrider three-wheeled scooters. The front wheels of the scooter can detach when riding, posing a fall hazard. Recalled model numbers are: GT5048R, GT5110R, GT5121R, GT5124R, GT5125R, GT5122R, GT5117R, GT5123R.  Model numbers can be found on the bottom of the scooter base, on the receipt and on the packaging. If you own this scooter, immediately stop using it and contact GLOPO at 855.965.1704 for instructions on receiving a free repair kit.

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GLASS CONTAMINATION RISK

The Pictsweet Company is voluntarily recalling select packages of Pictsweet Farms 12 ounce Breaded Okra after the company learned that some packages may contain glass fragments, which could cause injury if ingested. ​The recall includes Pictsweet Farms 12 ounce Breaded Okra (UPC#: 0 70560 98377 8) with a "best if used by" date of Nov 3, 2018, and a production code of 3086B C, 3086B D, 3086B E, 3086B F, or 3086B G. If you have this product, discard it or return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. For more info, call 800.527.0986.

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SALMONELLA RISK

Hy-Vee, Inc. is voluntarily recalling several candy trays because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. All of the candies affected by the recall can be found here. Customers who purchased this product should dispose of it or return it to their local Hy-Vee store for a full refund. For more info, call 800.772.4098.