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Climbing Ropes Recalled by Porter Athletic Due to Fall Hazard

The climbing rope can slip through the clamp that connects at the top. This poses a fall hazard for climbers. Back and wrist injuries have been reported.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 17 May 2012 | 3:00 pm

Circulon 13-Piece Cookware Set Recalled by Meyer Corporation Due to Laceration Hazard from Glass Lid

The glass lid for the 5-quart sauté pan in the cookware set can crack, break or shatter, posing a laceration hazard to consumers. The cookware sets were sold exclusively at Costco.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 17 May 2012 | 2:00 pm

Aqua-Leisure Recalls Children's Trampolines Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Toys "R" Us Stores

Handlebars on the child-size trampolines can break, posing a risk of fall or laceration from sharp metal.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 17 May 2012 | 1:00 pm

Safety 1st Toilet and Cabinet Locks Recalled Due to Lock Failure; Children Can Gain Unintended Access to Water and Dangerous Items

More than 800,000 Safety 1st cabinet and toilet locks recalled. These are in addition to different cabinet locks recalled in March.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 17 May 2012 | 12:00 pm

Five Retailers Agree to Stop Sale and Recall Tots in Mind Crib Tents Due to Strangulation and Entrapment Hazard

One death and a serious brain injury reported. The crib and play yard tents can trap and strangle infants and toddlers if the dome portion inverts inside the product or if the tent becomes partially detached.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 16 May 2012 | 12:30 pm

Boys' Hooded Jackets Recalled by Bonded Apparel; Neck Drawstrings Pose Strangulation Hazard; Sold Exclusively at dd's Discounts

These boys' hoodies have drawstrings at the neck which can strangle a child.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 15 May 2012 | 10:30 am

10 Bike-Related Recalls to Check Out Before You Hit the Road This Spring

Before you hit the road, look to see if your bike or bike accessory has been recalled.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 15 May 2012 | 9:00 am

Supreme Trading Recalls Children's Letterman Jackets Due to Choking Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Dillard's

Snaps on the children's jackets can come off and pose a choking hazard to young children.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 10 May 2012 | 2:15 pm

Kennedy International Recalls Folding Step Stools Due to Fall Hazard

Three injuries reported after the folding step stools broke or collapsed unexpectedly while being used.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 10 May 2012 | 1:15 pm

Salsa Cycles Recalls Bicycle Racks Due to a Fall Hazard

The L-shaped mounting straps can break and cause the rack to fall onto the front of the bicycle. The rider can lose control and fall.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 10 May 2012 | 10:00 am

Reported Death, Severe Neck Injuries Prompt Recall of Banzai Inflatable Pool Slides Sold by Walmart and Toys R Us

A woman died and a man became a quadriplegic after the slide partly deflated while in use. Slides sold at Walmart and Toys R Us

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 10 May 2012 | 6:00 am

Bassinets Recalled by Kolcraft Due to Fall Hazard

The bassinet latches that attach the base to the frame can appear to be locked when they are unlocked. The bassinet can detach, fall and injure baby.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 9 May 2012 | 11:30 am

Trampolines Recalled by Sportspower Limited Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart

The netting surrounding these trampolines can break. Children can fall through the netting and be injured. Broken bones, back/neck injuries and bruises have been reported.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 9 May 2012 | 11:00 am

M.M.M. Boys' Jogging Suits Recalled by Hot Chocolate; Waist Drawstrings Pose Entanglement Hazard; Sold Exclusively at dd's Discounts

Boys' Jogging Suits have drawstrings at the waist that can get caught in small spaces or vehicle doors.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 8 May 2012 | 12:00 pm

LaJolla Sport Recalls Boy's Hooded Flannel Shirts Due to Strangulation Hazard

Drawstrings in the neck of these hooded sweatshirts can strangle children.

Source: US Consumer Product Safety Commission - Recent Recalls and Product Safety News | 8 May 2012 | 12:00 pm

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