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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 1996 | TWI LITE Illuminated Switches | The wiring diagram on the package is incorrect. If the switch is wired according to the diagram p... | New Instructions, Repair |
| Apr 23, 1996 | Snowmobile Retrofit | The snowmobile's engine coolant tank may expand, interfering with the operation of the brakes. Sn... | Repair |
| Apr 23, 1996 | Star Cruiser Two-Passenger Swing | The Star Cruiser two-passenger swing poses a potential flip-over problem. | Dispose, No Remedy Available |
| Apr 22, 1996 | CPSC and Playskool Issue Safety Alert for Moon Bouncer | — | |
| Apr 16, 1996 | "Powered Subwoofer" Loudspeakers | The loudspeakers may overheat, causing the internal speaker cone to ignite. | Repair |
| Apr 15, 1996 | Remote Control Hand-Operated Switches | If the switch's cover detaches exposing electrical wires, consumers can receive an electrical bu... | Replace |
| Apr 15, 1996 | CPSC, Consolidated Stores Corp. Announce Power Strip Recall | — | |
| Apr 14, 1996 | Electric In-Wall Heater | A rubber grommet, which holds the heater's fan in place, may deteriorate over time, causing the ... | Refund |
| Apr 10, 1996 | Electric Baseboard Heaters | The insulation of a wire running along the inside of the heater may deteriorate over time, causin... | Refund |
| Apr 10, 1996 | Toy-O-Rama Stuffed Animals | The stuffed dogs, mice, bears, and rabbits with plastic eyes come apart from the animals. Young c... | Refund |
| Apr 9, 1996 | Fiberglass Extension Ladders | A support brace located on the ladder's base section could interfere with the operation of the ru... | Refund, Replace |
| Apr 1, 1996 | Wooden Armadillo and Turtle | The products are hazardous because they contain a level of lead in the painted surface that viol... | Refund, Replace |
| Apr 1, 1996 | Bean Bag Chairs | The zippered bean bag chairs present a choking hazard, as children can unzip and go inside the ch... | Inspect, Repair |
| Apr 1, 1996 | CPSC and Black & Decker Announce Recall of TR135, 195, 255 Type 1 Hedge Trimmers | — | |
| Mar 27, 1996 | Baby Bucky Baby Pillows | Infant pillows and cushions have been banned under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act because t... | Refund |
| Mar 26, 1996 | Backpack Blowers And Chain Saws | The tools' fuel tanks could leak, presenting a possible chemical burn or fire hazard. | Refund |
| Mar 26, 1996 | Table Saw Switch | On some saws, the power switch lock-off mechanism may not work, and as a result, children and oth... | Replace |
| Mar 25, 1996 | Juice Tiger Juicer | The plastic cover and wire mesh grater/filter basket may crack or shatter if the basket is not pl... | Dispose, Inspect, No Remedy Available |
| Mar 24, 1996 | Stationery Activity Sets | Consumers could be cut if the cutter's handle is inadvertently compressed, and the blade is expos... | Refund |
| Mar 24, 1996 | Electric Hair Dryers | The hand-held hair dryers that do not contain an immersion protection plug, which can prevent ele... | Refund |
| Mar 19, 1996 | "NuTone" brand ST-1000 Stereo-Cassette Players | Components in the power supply board may overheat, causing smoke damage or fire. | Repair |
| Mar 18, 1996 | Toy Wooden Caterpillars | The toy caterpillar's eyes can break off, presenting a choking hazard to young children. | Refund |
| Mar 12, 1996 | "Unishock" suspension forks | The forks may crack or separate, causing a rider to lose control of the bicycle and fall. | Replace |
| Mar 10, 1996 | Swim N' Play Pool Ledge Cover | Triangular-shaped, plastic caps on the ledge covers, used at the joints of the pool's outer edges... | Replace |
| Mar 10, 1996 | Women's Cotton Sweatshirts | The sweat shirts, which violate the federal Flammable Fabrics Act, burn faster than newspaper and... | Refund |
| Mar 10, 1996 | "Milky Way" jackets | The jackets, which burn faster than newspaper, violate the federal Flammable Fabrics Act and pose... | Refund, Replace |
| Feb 21, 1996 | Big Wooden Trucks | The toy trucks' driver, wheel, and axle pieces pose a potential choking hazard to young children. | Dispose |
| Feb 14, 1996 | Baseboard Heater | Wires inside the heaters may deteriorate, allowing electrical currents to flow to the outside ste... | Inspect, Replace |
| Feb 14, 1996 | Gas Water Heater Temperature Control | Soot can build up on the water heater burner, presenting a fire hazard. Approximately 1.6 million... | Inspect, Replace |
| Feb 14, 1996 | Pacifier | If the pacifiers crack in the knob well, the nipple can detach from the shield presenting a choki... | Refund |
| Feb 13, 1996 | Chest Freezers | The freezer's lock mechanism can be forced open without a key. Therefore, if a child opens the fr... | Repair |
| Feb 13, 1996 | Men's Cotton Fleece Shirts | The shirts violate the federal Flammable Fabrics Act and pose a serious risk of burn injuries. | Refund |
| Jan 24, 1996 | Battery Charger For Travelmate 4000m Notebook Computers | These external battery chargers may have a defect involving a small electronic component. If this... | Refund, Replace |
| Jan 23, 1996 | Air Inlet Hose | If the hose assembly is not properly seated in the air inlet valve on the diver's suit, a free-fl... | Replace |
| Jan 18, 1996 | Sinostone Carbon Monoxide Detectors | The detectors may fail to alarm. As a result, consumers could be exposed to dangerous levels of c... | Replace |
| Jan 15, 1996 | Cosco Four-Drawer Dresser | These chifferobes and dressers may become unstable and tip over if heavy objects are placed in th... | No Remedy Available |
| Jan 15, 1996 | Cobbler Bench Toy | The product is a banned hazardous substance under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act because th... | Refund |
| Jan 1, 1996 | E20/E25 Espresso/Cappuccino Makers | If the filter holder is pushed past the maximum setting, the filter holder may dislodge under pre... | New Instructions |
| Jan 1, 1996 | Portable Halogen Work Light | Water may leak into the lights, component temperatures may exceed set limits, or the junction box... | Refund |
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.