Government Investigation Raises Concerns About Poo...

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is conducting an investigation into the safety of pool and spa drain covers and the adequacy of testing procedures used to determine the flow rating of these covers. The investigation has revealed that the testing protocols used by some laboratories may have been improper and, as a result, some covers certified by these laboratories may not comply with the Virginia Graeme...

CPSC and HUD Issue Updated Remediation Protocol fo...

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are issuing an updated remediation protocol for homes with problem drywall. A study conducted on behalf of CPSC by Sandia National Laboratories in New Mexico, finds no evidence of a safety hazard to home electrical systems. Sandia simulated long-term exposure of wiring and other electrical components to hydrogen...

Maruyama U.S. Recalls Backpack Blowers and Mister ...

The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Kawasaki Motor Recalls Backpack Blowers Due to Fir...

The gasoline tank can split and leak fuel, posing a fire hazard to consumers.

Girls’ Jeans for Toddlers Recalled by Parigi...

Decorative rhinestones and sequins on the jeans' pockets can pose a choking hazard to young children.

Pogo Sticks Recalled by Bravo Sports Due to Risk o...

The bottom of the pogo stick's frame tube can break or come apart and a pin holding the spring in place can break, posing laceration and fall hazards to consumers.

Matilda Jane Recalls Girl’s Chelsa Dress Due...

The buttons can come off, posing a choking hazard.

American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls QuadSport ATVs...

The regulator/rectifier circuit board can fail and cause the engine to stall during riding due to an insufficient battery charge, increasing the risk of a crash.

8th Grader from Hawaii Wins Grand Prize in CPSC...

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is announcing the winners of its first-ever poster contest for middle school students on carbon monoxide (CO) safety. Trachell from Hawaii was awarded the grand prize.

CPSC Urges Consumers to Spring Forward with Safety...

On Sunday, March 13, consumers across the country will change their clocks for daylight saving time. With this week being National Consumer Protection Week, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is urging consumers to use this opportunity also to change the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms.