Browse Product Recalls
139 consumer product safety recalls from CPSC.
Product Safety Recalls Database
Browse the complete CPSC product recall database with 139 entries. Every recall listed below was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and includes the product name, identified hazard, and available remedy. Use the filters to narrow results by year, remedy type, or keyword. Each recall links to a full detail page with manufacturer information, units sold, and specific consumer instructions.
Product Safety Recalls
Browse 139 consumer product recalls from CPSC in 1996.
| Date | Product | Hazard | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 1996 | E-Force Cross Trainer | The machine's welds may crack or break, resulting in injuries to consumers. | Dispose, No Remedy Available |
| Aug 5, 1996 | Home Gas Sentry Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors | The detectors imported and distributed by Stanley Solar & Stove Inc. of Manchester, N.H. that may... | No Remedy Available |
| Aug 1, 1996 | Executive Hi-back Tilter Chairs | If consumers lean far forward in the chair, it may tip over. | Repair |
| Jul 31, 1996 | DW9104 and DW9106 One-Hour Battery Chargers | The charger's plastic housing could separate during a severe impact, exposing internal electrical... | Replace |
| Jul 31, 1996 | Plastic Lawn Chairs | The chair's rear legs lack rubber feet and may spread or break, causing the chair to collapse. | Refund, Replace |
| Jul 31, 1996 | Toy "Engineering Trucks" | The toys contain small parts, such as the "driver" figure in the truck's front cab, which may bre... | Refund |
| Jul 30, 1996 | Fold N' Travel Infant Carrier | Infants may fall out of the carrier. | Refund |
| Jul 25, 1996 | Chillers Sticks | The plastic Chillers Sticks may break, presenting a choking hazard to young children. | No Remedy Available |
| Jul 24, 1996 | CVS Sleep Caplets | The bottles lack the child-resistant packaging required by the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. D... | Refund |
| Jul 24, 1996 | Children's Chair | Children can unzip the chair's fabric cover, exposing a thin, clear plastic liner, which could ca... | Repair |
| Jul 18, 1996 | SnackTime Stroller Toy Bars | A rattle attached to the bar can break open, releasing small beads. Children could inhale the bea... | Replace |
| Jul 17, 1996 | Thermoplastic Carbon Fiber Girvin CL Suspension Forks | The mountain bike forks may crack or separate, causing a rider to lose control of the bicycle and... | Replace |
| Jul 15, 1996 | Go-Karts with Exposed Rear Axles | Riders can be seriously injured or killed if their long, loose hair or clothing becomes entangled... | Repair |
| Jul 9, 1996 | Silk Scarves | The sale of the scarves violates the federal Flammable Fabrics Act because the scarves present a ... | Refund, Replace |
| Jul 9, 1996 | Sheer Rayon Scarves | The sale of the scarves violates the federal Flammable Fabrics Act because the scarves present a ... | Refund |
| Jul 8, 1996 | Mountain Bike Suspension Forks | The forks may crack or separate, causing a rider to lose control of the bicycle and fall. | Replace |
| Jul 8, 1996 | Minnie Mouse Nautical Outfits | A small cloth loop on a bow around the neckline can slide off, presenting a choking hazard to inf... | Refund |
| Jul 2, 1996 | Terra Cotta Potted Candle Sets | The clay pots may overheat and catch fire. | Refund |
| Jul 1, 1996 | PureSilk Shave Gel | The inner liner of the can may corrode, and as a result the can may rupture, which could propel a... | Refund, Replace |
| Jun 26, 1996 | Exercising Machines (Model PR-6050) | The machine's welds may develop cracks or breaks. Consumers could be injured if the welds break a... | Refund, Replace |
| Jun 25, 1996 | My Pet Bear ride-on toys | The foam covering from the two horizontal, metal support tubes pose a choking hazard on the foam. | No Remedy Available |
| Jun 25, 1996 | Faceguards for Helmets | Adjusting the wire faceguard too low on the helmet could allow a ball to pass through the facegua... | Dispose, No Remedy Available |
| Jun 25, 1996 | Table Top Grill | If dirt, sand, or other debris becomes lodged in the grill's regulator valve, the regulator may a... | Replace, Repair |
| Jun 19, 1996 | Gas Hoses | The recalled hoses have been modified and sold for use with propane gas seafood cookers. These ho... | Replace |
| Jun 18, 1996 | Ceramic Potpourri Burner | The ceramic potpourri burner may contain hairline cracks that can cause the burner to fracture or... | Refund |
| Jun 10, 1996 | Keepsake Kritters | The stuffed animals' eyes may separate from the toy, presenting a choking hazard to young children. | Refund |
| Jun 6, 1996 | Computer Scanners | If the scanner's power supply is momentarily decreased, the scanner's motor can lock and may over... | Repair |
| Jun 4, 1996 | Chairs, Recliners, Couches, and Settees | The furniture may break and injure consumers if it collapses. | Replace, Repair |
| Jun 4, 1996 | Pacifiers | The pacifiers are banned under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act because they can break apart,... | Refund |
| Jun 4, 1996 | Reclamación De Chupetes De Lerma Import | — | |
| Jun 2, 1996 | Cozy Highback Swings | The swing may tip forward and possibly flip over while a child is swinging in it. | Replace |
| May 29, 1996 | Portable Halogen Outdoor Work Lights | Water could leak into the lights, presenting a serious shock hazard which could cause serious inj... | Refund |
| May 29, 1996 | Rolling Clock Toy | If the toy is dropped, it can break into small parts, such as the toy's decorative beads and the ... | Refund |
| May 29, 1996 | Memory Modules | The modules may cause a short circuit and result in overheating, smoke, and possibly fire. | Replace |
| May 28, 1996 | Whirlpool and Kenmore brand dishwashers | Wiring in the door latch may overheat and catch fire. | Repair |
| May 22, 1996 | Recliner Chairs | Children can get their heads caught and possibly strangle in recliners if the space between the c... | Repair |
| May 21, 1996 | Rompers for Infant Girls | The paint on the rompers' buttons is dangerous for young children because it contains an excessiv... | Refund |
| May 15, 1996 | Mini-Hammocks | The mini-hammocks do not have spreader bars. Without spreader bars to hold the mini-hammock bed o... | Refund, Replace |
| May 14, 1996 | Color 'N Contrast Crib Books | Straight pins used during the manufacturing process were mistakenly left in some of the books, cr... | Refund |
| May 14, 1996 | Rattle Sets | The rattles can break apart, releasing small parts that present a potential choking hazard to you... | Dispose, No Remedy Available |
| May 14, 1996 | Sheer Silk Chiffon Scarves | The scarves fail to comply with the requirements of the Flammable Fabrics Act and present a serio... | Refund, Replace |
| May 7, 1996 | CPSC and Performance Inc. Announce Bicycle Recall | — | |
| May 7, 1996 | Fiebing's Leather Dye Solvent | The solvent, which contains methyl alcohol, was not packaged in child-resistant packaging, and wa... | Refund |
| May 6, 1996 | Hair Dryer Recall | Since these dryers do not have a full immersion protection plug, they present a risk of electrocu... | Refund |
| May 5, 1996 | "Teddy Precious Indian Girl" stuffed bears | The bear's American Indian-style clothing includes a headband and waist sash decorated with beads... | Refund, Replace |
| May 1, 1996 | Extension Cords | The recalled cords present a fire, shock and electrocution hazard. In addition, the cords are mad... | Refund |
| Apr 30, 1996 | Polaris Snowmobiles | On some snowmobiles, the handlebars were not completely welded to the steering posts. If the hand... | Replace |
| Apr 29, 1996 | Manitou Mach 5 Mountain Bike Suspension Forks | The forks can crack and break, causing the front wheel to separate from the bicycle. As a result,... | Replace |
| Apr 24, 1996 | "Jackrabbitpack" high capacity DC-DC voltage converters | If the cord that connects the power pack to the flash system is incorrectly inserted into the po... | Repair |
| Apr 23, 1996 | Series 4400 Overhead Projectors | Heat generated from the lamp of a projector with a dislocated reflector can potentially damage th... | Replace, Repair |
Frequently Asked Questions
Use the search and filter tools above to look up products by name, brand, or keyword. You can also filter by year or remedy type. If you find a match, the recall notice will include details about what to do next — typically contacting the manufacturer for a free refund, replacement, or repair. The CPSC also maintains a free email alert service at cpsc.gov where you can sign up to receive notifications about new recalls.
Stop using the product immediately, especially if the recall involves a fire, choking, or laceration hazard. Follow the instructions in the recall notice to get your remedy (refund, replacement, or repair). Most recalls include a toll-free number and website where you can register. Keep the product in a safe place — do not throw it away until you have received your remedy, as you may need to return it or provide proof of disposal.
The most common hazards include fire and burn risks, choking hazards (especially in children's products), laceration and cut injuries, electric shock, fall hazards, entrapment, chemical exposure, and lead paint contamination. Fire hazards are consistently the most frequent reason for recalls, often involving lithium-ion batteries, electrical components, or flammable materials.