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May 10, 2010 - Walmart Recalls General Electric Coffee Makers Due to Fire Hazard

July 9, 2009:


Kidde Dual Sensor Smoke Alarms 
Hazard: An electro static discharge can damage the unit, causing it not to warn consumers of a fire.
Remedy: Consumers should contact Kidde immediately to receive a free replacement smoke alarm.
Consumer Contact: For Additional information, contact Kidde toll-free at (877) 524-2086 between 8am and 5pm ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.kidde.com.

June 23, 2009:

Crane Bath Tubs with a Whirlpool
Hazard: The drain covers in the tubs can entangle a bather's hair in the openings, causing the bather's head to be held under water, which can result in drowning. 
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled tubs. Consumers can contact Crane for additional identification information on affected tubs. Consumers who have the recalled tub have two options:

  1. Contact Crane directly to arrange for a service agent to perform a free, in-person replacement in their home or facility; or
  2. Consumers can choose to replace the part themselves and Crane will provide them with a free repair kit and directions.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Crane Plumbing toll-free at (866) 876-3632 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.craneplumbing.com

June 16, 2009 Release:

Viking Built-In Side-by-Side Refrigerator/Freezers and Refrigerators with Bottom Freezers.
Remedy: Consumers with recalled refrigerators should contact Viking immediately to schedule a free in-home repair. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled refrigerator if the door isn't sealing properly, is sagging, or fails to open and close properly. If the door is functioning properly, consumers may continue to use the refrigerator until it has been repaired. Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Viking toll-free at (888) 345-2650 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit Viking's Web site at www.vikingrange.com. 

May, 2009 Release:

Gothic Cabinet CraftRecalls Bunk Beds Due to Fall Hazard; "Sold by: Retail stores in the New York and New Jersey metropolitan area from June 2000 through October 2008 for between $225 and $850".