Children’s pillows, toys, sweaters, lawn mowers and pressure cookers recalled in Ontario
Published October 29, 2023 at 4:34 pm
This week Health Canada is urging Ontario residents to inspect their belongings for the following items, as they can pose various risks such as lacerations, entrapment, choking, and burns— affecting both adults and children.
Topdeal Baby Feeding Nursing Pillows
The product features two curved handles for kids, and was retailed through Walmart Marketplace.
The pillow was designed to facilitate self-feeding for babies.
The item dimensions are 45cm × 27cm × 5cm (17.7” × 10.6” ×1.9”) and is identifiable by the Global Trade Item Number (GTIN): 09331526073959.
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Importantly, products that position infant feeding bottles, allowing infants to self-feed without supervision, are legally prohibited in Canada.
Such items pose a risk of infants choking on or aspirating the feeding liquid.
Health Canada and Canadian professional medical associations strongly discourage unattended infant feeding practices.
The company reported that 89 units of the affected products were sold from January 2022 to September 2022.
Risks: Poses choking hazard.
What you should do: Stop using the product and dispose of it.
As of October 23, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.
Creativity for Kids DIY Glowing Squishy Slime and Magical Mixing
Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation program has determined that these products do not meet the toy safety requirements related to the boric acid content.
The following item numbers and UPC’s are impacted by the recall:
- 6270000— UPC 092633315071
- 6250000—UPC 092633314142
Boric acid poses a potential toxicity risk to children if ingested through licking or swallowing. Notably, children are more vulnerable to the adverse effects of boric acid than adults. Health Canada says, prolonged exposure to elevated levels of boric acid ingestion could impact a child’s development and have implications for their future reproductive health.
The company reported that 3,759 units of the affected products were sold in Canada between January 2020 to October 2023.
Risks: Potential chemical hazard.
What you should do: Discontinue using the recalled products and dispose of them according to municipal hazardous waste guidelines.
As of October 23, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.
Wooden Nesting Rings and Wooden Sparkle Nesting Rings
The following models are impacted by the recall:
- EY04951
- EY11016
The Wooden Nesting Rings 5-pack and Wooden Sparkle Nesting Rings 3-pack, can become stuck when placed on or over a child’s head.
The company reported that 632 units of the affected products were sold in Canada. The Wooden Nesting Rings were sold from January, 2012 to May, 2023. The Wooden Sparkle Nesting Rings were sold from January, 2021 to May, 2023.
Risks: Entrapment hazard.
What you should do: Consumers are advised to stop using the product and destroy it.
As of October 20, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.
Various Will & You Children’s Outerwear
Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation initiative found that these children’s upper outerwear items feature a waist drawstring, presenting a risk of snagging on play structures, fences, or other objects. Moreover, if the drawstring becomes entwined in a vehicle, there is a risk of the child being dragged.
The following coats and hoodies are being recalled:
- Albert Spring set
- Anna Spring set
- Bianca Spring set
- Hugo Spring set
- Lucy hoodie (children’s)
- Sam hoodie (children’s)
The company reported that 2,390 units of the affected products were sold in Canada from January 2022 to October 2023.
Risks: Potential entanglement hazard.
What you should do: Consumers are advised to stop using the item and remove the drawstring at the waist to eliminate the hazard.
As of October 4, 2023, the company has not received any reports of incidents or injuries related to the use of these products in Canada.
Bobcat ZS4000 and Kubota Stand-on Zero Turn Lawnmowers
The following model numbers are part of the recall:
- ZS4036SJ
- ZS4048SF
- ZS4052SK
- ZS4061SK
- SZ19-36-2CAD
- SZ22-48-2CAD
The dampers installed on the steering system of the mower may prevent the control levers from returning to the neutral position. Additionally the Operator Presence switch may not activate — stopping the engine and blades, causing injury to the operator or bystanders.
The company reported that 29 units of the affected products were sold in Canada from March 2023 to August 2023.
Risks: Potential laceration hazard.
What you should do: Stop using the item and take it to a Bobcat or Kubota dealer for inspection and repair.
As of October 25, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents in Canada, and no reports of injuries.
Insignia™ Multi-Function Pressure Cookers
This recall pertains to Insignia Multi-Function Pressure Cookers featuring a 6 Quart or 8 Quart cooking capacity, 120V operation, and branded “INSIGNIA” on the front of the cooker and the permanent label.
The black inner cooking pots have non-stick coating, embossed markings for cup and litre measurements. Consumers are urged to ensure the inner pot isn’t filled beyond two-thirds capacity during pressure cooking. Users should make sure the lid is securely locked in place, and wait for the floating locking valve to drop before attempting to open the lid.
However, Health Canada says, the problem lies in the pressure cooker’s inaccurate volume markings on the inner pot. This can lead consumers to overfill the pot, resulting in the potential ejection of hot foods and liquids if the pressure cooker is vented using the quick release method or opened while the contents are pressurized.
The following models are being recalled:
- NS-MC60SS9-C
- NS-MC80SS9-C
The company reported that approximately 10,155 units of the affected products were sold in Canada between October 2017 to June 2023.
Risks: Poses burn hazards.
What you should do: Stop using the recalled product and contact Best Buy Canada for a replacement.
As of September 22, 2023, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.
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