Recalls of the Week

Time for the weekly updates on recent recalls. Here’s what is new and interesting:
1. Fisher-Price Learning Pots and Pans:The Learning Pots and Pans toy sets with stackable pots and pans has a lid and shape-sorting blocks. The model number is G6685 which number is located on the bottom of the blue pan that comes with the toy set. This toy pan is missing screws and the clear plastic cover can come off releasing small balls which can become a choking hazard to young children. These were sold in toy stores throughout the country between October 2007 and August 2008. If you have this toy, you should immediately check the bottom of the blue pan (see here) and if all six screws are not installed, you should contact Fisher-Price at (888) 521-0820 to address replacement of the pan.
2. Atico International Personal Blenders: These blenders, called Signature Gourmet and Crofton Personal Blenders, , are being recalled because when you place the cup on or off the bender, it can inadvertently turn on and activate the blade, creating a risk of serious laceration i.e. taking off a finger. Approximately 124,000 of these blenders were sold at Walgreen’s (Signature Gourmet) from July 2006 through March 2008 and Aldi stores (Crofton Blenders) from May 2007 thought March 2008. You should stop using the blender immediately and call Atico, the manufacturer at (877) 546-4835 for return instructions and to obtain a full refund. For more information, see here.
3. Perfect Flame Gas Grill from Lowe’s Stores: Perfect Flame Gas Grills sold at Loew’s Home Centers between October 2007 and July 2008 are being recalled because the cooking chamber of the grill can ignite, posing risk of fire and burn injuries. The model affected is the GAC3615 four burner LP gas grills. The model number and serial number is printed on the label on right side cart frame panel. For the serial numbers involved in the recall see here. If you have one of these grills, you should stop using it immediately, disconnect the propane tank and return the grill to Loew’s to receive a full refund.
4. Viapro 375mg tablets: Viapro supplement capsules are sold over the counter in retail outlets nationwide and were last sold in March 2008. A lab analysis was done on the product by the FDA and was found to contain a potentially harmful ingredient which is similar to the drugs contained in Viagra and Levitra type pills, medication for erectile dysfunction (ED). This can interact with nitrate related drugs like nitroglycerin and can lower blood pressure to dangerous levels. You should stop using this product immediately and call you physician if you think you had any reaction related to this pill. For more information, see the FDA’s website here.
Actually a pretty slow week as recalls go. Maybe too many people watching the Olympics!? Have a great week. Be careful out there.