Consumer Product Safety Commission

December 2000 Press Releases

CPSC, LeapFrog Announce Recall to Repair "Alphabet Pal" Educational Pull Toys

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), LeapFrog, a division of Knowledge Kids Enterprises Inc., of Emeryville, Calif., is voluntarily recalling about 500,000 "Alphabet Pal" electronic pull toys. The toy has a two-part, red plastic connector on the pull string designed to separate under tension. The plastic pieces can detach from the string when the connector is pulled apart and could pose a choking hazard to young children.

CPSC, Playskool Announce Recall of Additional 170,000 Busy Poppin' Pals Toys

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Playskool, of Pawtucket, R.I., is voluntarily expanding its recall program for its Busy Poppin' Pals toys to include 170,000 Sesame Street Busy Poppin' Pals toys. Small springs inside these toys can break loose, posing a choking and laceration hazard to young children.

Scooters Recalled by Kent International and Kash 'N Gold

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Kent International Inc., of Parsippany, N.J.; and Kash 'N Gold Ltd., of Ronkonkoma, N.Y., are voluntarily recalling about 97,500 scooters.

Bicycles Recalled by DiaTech USA and Derby USA

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), DiaTech USA, of Kenmore, Wash., and Derby USA, of Kent, Wash., are recalling about 5,000 bicycles for repair. The disc brakes on these bicycles can stick and prevent the brake pads from returning to the proper position when the brake lever is released. This can cause the rider to lose control and crash.

CPSC Reminds Parents About Nightwear Safety - T-shirts cause nearly 200 burn injuries to children each year

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is reminding parents to choose sleepwear that will protect children from serious burn injuries. "Winter is here and parents will be shopping for pajamas that will keep their children warm during the cold weather," said CPSC Commissioner Thomas Moore. "Be sure to shop for safety by looking for tags that say the garment is flame-resistant or snug- fitting."

"Pacee" Pacifiers Recall by Small Beginnings Inc.

In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Small Beginnings Inc., of Hesperia, Calif., is recalling about 16,000 pacifiers. The pacifiers failed CPSC testing standards. These pacifiers present a choking hazard to infants.

CPSC Releases Holiday Safety Tips for Avoiding Fires and Injuries

As the holidays approach, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging people to look for and eliminate potential dangers from holiday lights and decorations that could lead to fires and injuries.