Product Recalls

SAFETY ALERT

Here is a partial list of recently recalled consumer products. For more information, 1-800-638-2772.

iCandy Cherry Stroller Recalled Due to Strangulation Hazard

iCandy Wor4ld has recalled 830 of its Cherry strollers because the opening between the bumper bar and seat bottom can allow an infant to pass through and become entrapped at the neck, posing a strangulation hazard, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

If you have one of the recalled iCandy Cherry Strollers remove the bumper bar and contact iCandy for a free replacement. Call 877-484-4179, visit icandyworld.com, or email info@icandyamerica.com.

LifeScan recalls OneTouch VerioIQ Blood Glucose Meters

Over 90,000 OneTouch blood glucose meters are being recalled by its make LifeScan, Inc.. According to the company, a unit of Johnson & Johnson, the meters can inadvertently shut off if readings are extremely high. That could lead to incorrect or delayed treatment.

The malfunction can occur if blood glucose readings are over 1024 mg/dl. Such extreme blood glucose reading is rare, says the Johnson & Johnson press release. But the malfunction would be serious, as users would not be warned of their dangerously high levels.

Consumers with a OneTouch VerioIQ affected by this recall can receive a free replacement blood glucose meter by calling LifeScan toll-free: 800-717-0278.

Manufacturer recalls 554,000 LED bulbs from four major brands

After receiving 68 reports of LEDs overheating, including some that produced fire or smoke, the Lighting Science Group has recalled 554,000 light bulbs sold under the brand names Definity, EcoSmart, Sylvania, and Westinghouse. Included in the incident were eight the resulted in damage to light sockets, fixtures, rugs, carpet, floors, circuits or lamps. The Light Science Group is offering new bulbs to buyers.

If you can own an affected LED, stop using it. To get a free replacement, contact the company (855-574-2533) or fill out a form on its recall page.