Recalls That May Be Of Interest

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This message consists of the following recalls:

1. Arctic Cat Inc. Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles
2. Black & Decker Recall to Repair Table Saws
3. Black & Decker Recall to Repair Cordless Drill/Drivers
4. Shindaiwa Recall of Hedge Trimmers Sold in California

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For Immediate Release Arctic Cat Recall Hotline: 800-210-5941
August 20, 2002 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
Release # 02-232 CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross
(301) 504-0580 Ext. 1188

CPSC, Arctic Cat Inc. Announce Recall of All-Terrain Vehicles

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), Arctic Cat Inc., of Thief River Falls, Minn., is
voluntarily recalling about 45,000 all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). The ball
joints on the front suspension of these ATVs can fail, resulting in a
loss of control. This can cause the ATV to overturn, posing a risk of
serious injury or death to riders.

Arctic Cat has received 73 reports of broken front suspensions, 10
of which resulted in injuries to riders, including a shoulder rotator
cuff injury, and bumps and bruises.

The recalled 2002 model ATVs are either red or green. They have
the brand name "Arctic Cat" written on both sides of the vehicle. The
recall includes the following ATV model names: 250, 300, 300 Massey
Ferguson, 375, 400, 400 i, 500, TBX 500 and 500i. Consumers should have
their ATV's model name and 13-digit model number available when they
call or visit the firm's web site to determine if an ATV is included in
the recall. The model name is located on the front of the ATVs, just
below the speedometer. The model number is included in the registration
materials received at the time of purchase.

Arctic Cat dealerships nationwide sold these ATVs from June 2001
through June 12, 2002 for between $4,000 and $6,500.

Consumers should stop using these ATVs immediately. Registered
owners have been notified about this recall by mail. To determine if an
ATV is part of this recall, consumers should call Arctic Cat toll-free
at (800) 210-5941 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or
go to the firm's web site at www.arctic-cat.com. Consumers should have
their ATV's model name and number available when they call. Consumers
with a recalled ATV should contact their local Arctic Cat ATV dealer to
schedule the free repair.

To see a picture of the recalled product(s) and/or to establish a link from
your web site to this press release on CPSC's web site, link to the
following address: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml02/02232.html.


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For Immediate Release Table Saw Recall Hotline: (866) 357-0324
August 20, 2002 CPSC Hotline: (800) 638-2772
Release #02-233 CPSC Media Contact: Scott Wolfson
(301) 504-0580 Ext. 1189

CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Table Saws

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md., is
voluntarily recalling about 6,100 table saws. The motor housing on the
saw may crack, posing a risk of electric shock to consumers.

Black & Decker has not received any reports of injuries. This
recall to repair is being conducted to prevent the occurrence of
injuries.

The recall involves 10-inch table saws, made in Taiwan, with the
model number BT2500 and dates codes 200128-CT through 200148-CT. The
model number and date codes are located on a name plate on the front
panel above the power switch. The saw is grey with an orange front
panel. The name "Black & Decker" is located on the lower right hand
portion of the front panel.

Home centers and hardware stores nationwide sold the table saws
from August 2001 through April 2002 for about $400.

Consumers should stop using these table saws immediately, unplug
them, and call Black & Decker at (866) 357-0324 between 8 a.m. and 4:30
p.m. ET Monday through Friday or log on to the company's website at
www.blackanddecker.com to arrange for a free repair.

No other Black & Decker table saws are involved in this recall to
repair.

To see a picture of the recalled product(s) and/or to establish a link from
your web site to this press release on CPSC's web site, link to the
following address: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml02/02233.html.

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For Immediate Release Drill/Driver Recall Hotline: (866) 821-5444
August 20, 2002 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
Release # 02-234 CPSC Media Contact: Scott Wolfson
(301) 504-0580 Ext. 1189

CPSC, Black & Decker Announce Recall to Repair Cordless Drill/Drivers

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., of Towson, Md., is
voluntarily recalling about 950,000 cordless drill/drivers. The drill's
switch can malfunction and overheat, posing the possibility of a fire
hazard to consumers.

Black & Decker has received 45 reports of drill switches
overheating, causing two minor burns.

The recalled cordless drill/drivers are orange and bear the word
"Firestorm" or jade and bear the words "Quantum Pro." The drill/drivers
have the following model numbers and date codes:

DESCRIPTION MODEL # DATE CODE RANGES
14.4 volt Firestorm CD632 990852 thru 20005052
14.4 volt Firestorm HP532 990152 thru 20001652
14.4 volt Firestorm FS1442 20002252 thru 20011852
14.4 volt Quantum Pro Q145 990252 thru 20001152
15.6 volt Firestorm FS1560 993752 thru 20000752
18 volt Firestorm FS1802 20002452 thru 20010652
18 volt Firestorm HP932 990152 thru 20012452
18 volt Quantum Pro Q185 990252 thru 20011052

The model numbers are located on the name plate on the side of the
drill and the dates codes are located on the bottom of the handle where
the battery is inserted (remove battery to locate date code). These
drill/drivers were manufactured in China.

Home centers and hardware stores throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico
and Canada sold the drill/drivers from March 1999 through December 2001
for between $50 and $200. The drill/drivers were sold separately and as
part of various tool kits.

Consumers should stop using their drill/drivers immediately,
remove the battery, and call Black & Decker at (866) 821-5444 between 8
a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday to arrange for a free
repair. For additional information, consumers can log on to the
company's website at www.blackanddecker.com.

To see a picture of the recalled product(s) and/or to establish a link from
your web site to this press release on CPSC's web site, link to the
following address: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml02/02234.html.

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For Immediate Release Shindaiwa Recall Hotline: (800) 521-7733

August 20, 2002 CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
Release # 02-235 CPSC Media Contact: Mark Ross
(301) 504-0580 Ext. 1188

CPSC and Shindaiwa Announce Recall of Hedge Trimmers Sold in California

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety
Commission (CPSC), Shindaiwa Inc., of Tualatin, Ore., is voluntarily
recalling about 3,100 gasoline powered professional hedge trimmers. The
catalytic muffler can overheat and damage the fuel tank, posing a fire
hazard.

Shindaiwa has received eight reports of the catalytic muffler
overheating. No injuries or property damage have been reported.

The recalled hedge trimmers have red engine covers and a label on
the recoil starter that reads "Professional Shindaiwa." The recall
includes model HT231 with serial numbers between 10100004 and 1111239
and model DH231 with serial numbers between 10100001 and 1100149.
The serial numbers are printed on a nameplate on the engine cover.

Shindaiwa dealers sold the hedge trimmers in California from April
2001 to September 2001 from $390 to $450 depending on the model.

Consumers should stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and
contact their authorized Shindaiwa dealer for a free inspection and
muffler system upgrade if required. For more information, consumers can
contact Shindaiwa at (800) 521-7733 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. PT
Monday through Friday.

To see a picture of the recalled product(s) and/or to establish a link from
your web site to this press release on CPSC's web site, link to the
following address: http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml02/02235.html.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission protects the public from
unreasonable risks of injury or death from 15,000 types of consumer
products under the agency's jurisdiction. To report a dangerous product or
a product-related injury, call CPSC's hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC's
teletypewriter at (800) 638-8270, or visit CPSC's web site at
http://www.cpsc.gov/talk.html. Consumers can obtain this release and
recall information at CPSC's web site at http://www.cpsc.gov.

[IndianaPaul]

BB_TX:

Where do you find this recall information? Just curious as I wouldn't mind bookmarking a website which lists recalls.

Thanks

IndianaPaul

[BB_TX]

You can find them at http://www.cpsc.gov/indexmain.html <A target="_blank" HREF=http://www.cpsc.gov/indexmain.html>consumer safety product commission</A>. You can review lists of recalls or you can subscribe to their e-mail list, which is what I did. There are a lot of recalls. I get 1 or 2 e-mails a week with each one listing 1 to 4 recalls. In august for example there were about 25 recalls.