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Consumer Product Safety Commission

U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer (file/credit: Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

Sen. Schumer Calls For Child-Protective Lid And Warning Label On Detergent

U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer wants more protections for the colorful, tightly-wrapped “pods” of gel laundry and dishwashing detergent that children may think is candy.

2012/09/09

Mr. Coffee coffeemakers (credit: cpsc.gov)

Hundreds Of Thousands Of ‘Mr. Coffee’ Machines Being Recalled

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the appliance can suddenly release a stream of scalding water and coffee grounds. The defect has caused 61 reported injuries, including burns to the face and hands.

2012/08/31

Millions Of Bumbo Baby Seats Recalled After Skull Fracture Reports

The Consumer Product Safety Commission says babies can wiggle out of the floor seats.

2012/08/15

Over 1 Million Tassimo Coffee Makers Recalled Due To Burn Hazard

Home-brewed coffee lovers, take note: More than a million coffee makers are being recalled after dozens of reports of the brewers spraying hot liquid, coffee grounds or tea leaves onto people.

2012/02/09

B.O.B. Single And Double Strollers Recalled Over Choking Concerns

Hundreds of thousands of popular B.O.B. jogging strollers are being recalled because of choking concerns.

2011/10/11

Lowe's is recalling about 11 million blinds and Roman shades out of concern that children could strangle on the cords. (Photo/CPSC)

Lowe’s Recalls 11 Million Blinds, Shades

The recall involves all styles and sizes of Roman shades and roll-up blinds sold by Lowe’s. That’s about 6 million shades and 5 million roll-up blinds.

2010/12/01