No. 12-267Power Tools
BatteriesPlus Expands Recall of Battery Packs Used with Cordless Tools Due to Explosion Hazard
BatteriesPlus
Hazard: The replacement battery pack can explode unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
August 2012 recalls
10 supported household-product notices published in August 2012, from official CPSC data.
Recall results
No. 12-263Appliances
Mr. Coffee Single Cup Brewers Recalled by JCS Due to Burn Hazard
Sunbeam Products Inc. d/b/a Jarden Consumer Solutions ("JCS")
Hazard: A build-up of steam in the water reservoir can force the brewing chamber open and expel hot coffee grounds and water, posing a burn hazard.
Models
No. 12-261Lighting & Ceiling Fans
Cooper Lighting Recalls Shower Light Trim and Glass Lens Due to Impact and Laceration Hazards1
Cooper Lighting
Hazard: The shower light's trim and glass lens can fall from the ceiling fixture, posing an impact and laceration hazard to consumers.
No. 12-253Lighting & Ceiling Fans
Energizer Recalls Night Lights Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
Ningbo Sun-alps Industry Develop
Hazard: The night lights can overheat and smoke, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
No. 12-251Appliances
LG Electronics and Sears Recall Gas Dryers For Repair Due to Fire Hazard
LG Electronics
Hazard: The gas valve in the recalled dryers can fail to shut off properly, continuing to heat the dryer and its contents after the drying cycle is complete. High temperatures inside and on the exterior surface of the dryers can scorch the drum, as well as burn or damage the dryer contents, posing a risk of burn, fire and smoke inhalation.
No. 12-744Furniture
PBteen Recalls Bunk Beds Due to Risk of Injury
PBteen
Hazard: The front upper horizontal panel on the bunk beds can crack or break, posing a risk of injury to the consumer.
No. 12-249Lighting & Ceiling Fans
Ceiling Fans Recalled by Emerson Air Comfort Products Due to Injury Hazard
Air Comfort Products
Hazard: The ceiling fan's hanger bracket can spread apart due to heat from the motor and/or out-of-balance operation, causing the fan to fall from the ceiling. This poses a risk of injury to bystanders.
Models
No. 12-244Appliances
GE Recalls Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard
GE
Hazard: An electrical failure in the dishwasher's heating element can pose a fire hazard.
No. 12-241Furniture
Patio Bistro Sets Sold at Lowe's Stores Recalled Due to Fall Hazard; Made by Midas Lin Co.
Midas Lin
Hazard: When the chair support bar is not fully engaged, the chair poses a fall hazard to a consumer who sits in the partially engaged chair.
Models
No. 12-240HVAC & Water Heaters
Sears Recalls Kenmore® Dehumidifiers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Kenmore
Hazard: The dehumidifiers can overheat, smoke, melt and catch on fire, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.