Seasonal Items

Name of Product: Rio Beach High-boy Folding Beach Chairs

Manufacturer: Rio Brands, of Philadelphia, Pa. They were manufactured in China.

Hazard: The rear leg of the chair can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Rio Brands has received one report of an incident involving minor bruises.

Description: This recall involves the Rio Beach High-boy folding beach chairs with UPC and model numbers listed below. The chairs have aluminum tubing frames, striped or solid color fabric slings and wood arms with an attached storage pouch with cell phone pocket. "Rio Beach High-Boy," the UPC number and the model number can be found on the hand tag and on a sticker on the rear leg.

UPC # : MODEL #
SC640-702 : 0-80958-26396-2
SC640-812 : 0-80958-26465-5
SC640-818 : 0-80958-26466-2
SC640-8182 : 0-80958-27165-3
SC641-084-BB : 0-80958-27015-1

Sold at: Retail stores nationwide from January 2008 through March 2008 for between $40 and $50.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs and return them to the location where purchased for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, call Rio Brands at (800) 866-8520 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.riobrands.com. (5-06-08)

Name of Product: LawnBott Lawn Mowers

Importer: Kyodo America Industries Co. LTD., of Lawrenceville, Ga. They were manufactured in Italy.

Hazard: The cutting blades continue to rotate when the mower is lifted from the ground and the spacing on the side of the lawn mower could allow room for a consumer's foot to go beyond the shield and be struck by the blade. Both instances pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: Kyodo America has received one report of a consumer lifting the mower from the ground and suffered minor lacerations from the moving blade.

Description: This recall involves LawnBott lawn mowers with model numbers LB2000, LB2100, LB3000 and LB3200. The robotic lawn mowers freely and automatically cut grass by detecting the signal of a perimeter cable. The mowers have a docking station for recharging and a shiny plastic cover sold in red, green or blue. "Evolution" or "deluxe" is printed on the side of the mower.

Sold by: Kyodo America dealers nationwide from January 2006 through December 2007 for between $1,750 and $2,750.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled LawnBott lawn mowers immediately and contact Kyodo America to register their lawn mowers for repairs that will be ready by the end of June. Consumers who have registered their mower with Kyodo America have been sent direct notification by mail.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Kyodo America at (877) 465-9636 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.lawnbott.com. (4-28-08)

Name of Product: Flower Writers; Christmas Writers; Easter Writers; and Spooky Writers Seasonal Writing Pens

Distributor: Michaels Stores Inc., of Irving, Texas. They were manufactured in China.

Hazard: The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Description: The recalled pens were sold individually as one of four-series pens including Flower Writer; Christmas Writer; Easter Writer and Spooky Writer. Each pen has themed decorations including flowers, Christmas, Easter and Halloween ornamentation.

Sold exclusively at: Michaels retail stores nationwide from August 2007 through March 2008 for about $1.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled pens immediately and return them to any Michaels store to receive a refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Michaels' customer service at (800) 642-4235/(800) MICHAELS between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.michaels.com. (4-17-08)

Name of Product: Camouflage Eggs and Spinning Egg Top Toys

Importer: Hobby Lobby Stores Inc., of Oklahoma City, Okla. They were manufactured in China.

Hazard: The paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

The Camouflage Easter Egg Treat Containers have Item #1031 printed on the front of the packaging and are white, brown and green camouflage colors, sold in a package of eight eggs. "Made in China for Tony Development and Mfg Ltd; TST, Kin, HK" and UPC code number 43078 01031 are printed on the back of the packing.

The Easter Spinning Egg Tops have Item #1054 printed on the front of the packaging and are multi-colored and come in packages of a single egg and a rip cord. "Made in China for Tony Development and Mfg Ltd. TST, Kin, HK" and UPC code number 43078 01054 are printed on the back of the packaging.

Sold at: Hobby Lobby Stores nationwide from January 2008 through March 2008. The camouflage egg sold for about $2.50 and the Spinning Top sold for about $2.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled Camouflage Eggs and the Spinning Egg Tops away from children and contact Hobby Lobby to receive a $3 exchange card that can be used toward the purchase of any other products sold at Hobby Lobby stores.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Hobby Lobby toll-free at (800) 326-7931 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit the firm's Web site at www.HobbyLobby.com. (3-21-08)

Name of Product: "Embers" Tea Light Candles

Retailer: Christmas Tree Shops Inc., of South Yarmouth, Mass.

Manufactured in: China and Hong Kong. Embers Tea Light Candles manufactured elsewhere are not subject to this recall.

Hazard: The tea light candles have a clear, plastic shell that can melt or ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received 13 reports of the plastic shells of the tea light candles igniting or melting, causing minor property damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled tea light candles were sold in the colors and quantities listed below. The individual candles are 1 1/2 inches in diameter and 5/8 inches high. The recall includes the following models:

Model Name and UPC
Embers Multi-colored Spring Tea Lights (50-count package) – 13826864
Embers Red/Green/White Tea Lights (50-count package) – 14508462
Embers White Daydream Tea Lights (8-count package) –13838218
Embers Celebrate White Tea Lights (8-count package) – 14327056
Embers Daydream Tea Lights (8-count package) – 14326998
Embers Vanilla Tea Lights (8-count package) – 14327100

The model name, UPC and country of manufacture are printed on a label located on the product's packaging.

Sold at: Christmas Tree Shops retail locations in the New England and Mid-Atlantic regions from January 2004 through November 2007 for between $1 and $5.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled candles immediately and return them to any Christmas Tree Shops location for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For more information, contact Christmas Tree Shops toll-free at (888) 287-3232 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.christmastreeshops.com. (2-13-08)

Name of Products: Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers

Manufacturer: American Honda Motor Corp., of Torrance, Calif. They were manufactured in the United States.

Hazard: The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious laceration hazard to consumers. No injuries or incidents have been reported.

Description: The recall involves Honda walk-behind lawn mowers with model numbers HRB217HXA, HRX217HXA and HRX217HMA. The model and serial number are printed on a label located on the upper rear of the mower deck. The lawn mowers are dark gray with a red fan cover. The following serial numbers are included in the recall:

Model HRB217HXA: All Serial Numbers
Models HRX217HXA and HRX217HMA: Serial Numbers 1000001 – 1513628

Sold by: Honda Lawn and Garden dealers and The Home Depot stores nationwide from January 2003 through November 2007 for between $760 and $900.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using these recalled lawn mowers immediately and contact any Honda Lawn and Garden dealer for a free repair. Registered owners will be mailed a direct notice.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Honda at (800) 426-7701 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.hondapowerequipment.com. (12-21-07)

Name of Product: Christmas Candle Sets

Distributor: Specialty Merchandise Corporation (SMC), of Simi Valley, Calif. They were manufactured in China.

Hazard: The snowman candle could tip over and the exterior coating on both candles can ignite, posing a fire hazard. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves the 2-pieced Snowman and Christmas tree candle set. The snowman candle measures 6 1/4 inches high and the Christmas tree candle measures 7 inches high.

Sold through: SMC's catalog from October 2003 through September 2007 for between $4 and $13.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the candles immediately and contact SMC to return the candle for a refund of the original purchase price.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact SMC at (888) 839-8757 or visit the company's Web site at www.smcorp.com/recall. (12-21-07)

Name of Product: Holiday Figurines

Importer: The Home Depot, of Atlanta, Ga. They were manufactured in China.

Hazard: Surface paint on the holiday figurines contains lead. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled holiday figurines are painted plastic snowmen and bears. The SKU number is printed on the bottom of the product.

Product: Size (SKU Number)
Holiday Bear Door Greeter: 17" x 16" (894-825)
Snowman with "Let it Snow" Sign: Tabletop item (894-893)
Three Snowmen with "Joy" Sign: 13" x 17" (898-964)
Snowman Votive Holder: 7.5" x 7.5" (967-467)

Sold exclusively at: The Home Depot stores from October 2007 through November 2007 for between $10 and $20.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the holiday figurines and return them to any Home Depot store for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact The Home Depot at (800) 394-2064 or visit the firm's Web site at www.homedepot.com. (12-10-07)

Name of Product: 2006 Snow Princess Stirrup Ornaments, 2007 Holiday Stirrup Ornaments, 2007 Photo Frame Horse Shoe Ornaments

Distributor: Reeves International Inc., of Pequannock, N.J. They were manufactured in China.

Hazard: Surface paints on the ornaments contain high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description: The 2006 Snow Princess Stirrup Ornament is a stirrup-shaped ornament with a white prancing horse and blue ribbons. "2006" is stamped on the rim of the ornament. The 2007 Wintersong Stirrup Ornament is a stirrup-shaped ornament with a grey horse with saddle bags with a horn and a violin. "2007" is stamped on the rim of the ornament. The 2007 Photo Frame Horse Shoe Ornament is a horse shoe shaped ornament with a brown horse with rider jumping over a gate. "Happy Holiday 2007" is printed on the back of the ornament.

Sold at: Various retailers nationwide, including JC Penney catalog and Web site, from July 2006 through October 2007 for between $15 and $18.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these ornaments and return them to the store where purchased for a full refund or contact Reeves International Inc. for a refund or exchange.

Consumer Contact: Contact Reeves International Inc. at (800) 444-4775 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday or visit their Web site at www.breyerhorses.com to receive instructions for returning the ornaments. (12-04-07)

Name of Product: DesignWare Confetti Bursts

Distributor: American Greetings Corp., of Cleveland, Ohio. They were manufactured in China.

Hazard: The surface paint on the individual bags of confetti contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

Description: The recalled products contain confetti in plastic bags. When the bags are inflated, consumers squeeze the bag and confetti bursts out. Each package contains six confetti bursts.

Sold at: Discount, toy, drug, grocery, party and specialty/gift stores nationwide from December 2003 through September 2007 for about $3.

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled confetti bursts away from children and contact American Greetings for instructions on returning the confetti bursts to American Greetings to receive a coupon redeemable wherever American Greetings' products are sold.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact American Greetings Corp. at (800) 777-4891 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.ag.com. (12-04-07)