July 19, 2008
 
RECALLS THIS WEEK: Bench Scale Adapters...and Other Product Recalls
 
By Huntingtonnews.net Staff
with information from www.recalls.org
 
American Weigh Scales is recalling Bench Scale Adapters sold nationwide from February 2008 to March 2008. The recalled bench scale adapters can smoke, catch fire and melt, posing a fire hazard.
 
The recalled bench adapters are silver colored. “MINI CHARGER” is printed on the back of the adapter. “AC Adapter” is printed on a white label on the inner side. The adapters are used with bench scale model AMW-13, AMW-1000, AMW-2000, and AMW-500i.
 
Consumers should return the adapters to American Weigh Scales for a credit towards the purchase of another product, or to receive a replacement adapter.
 
Consumers can also contact American Weigh Scales at (866) 643-3444 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit www.americanweigh.com. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
 
TV STANDS
 
Studio RTA is recalling TV Stands sold nationwide at Shopko and Boscov’s stores from September 2007 to June 2008. The stability of the stand does not meet industry standards to prevent TV tip-over, posing a risk of injury or death.
 
This recall involves “Silhouette” TV stands with black or brushed silver and black frames and three glass shelves. Models included in the recall are 403650 (brushed silver and black) and 404191 (black). Model numbers are printed on the packaging and instruction sheet.
 
Consumers should contact Studio RTA at (888) 309-0299 between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday to receive a free repair kit or visit http://www.studiorta.com/recall/index.html. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
 
LOG SPLITTER ENGINES
 
American Honda Motor Corp. is recalling Engines used in SpeeCo and Huskee Brand Log Splitters sold nationwide from January 2007 to June 2008. The engine’s fuel tank can crack and leak, posing a risk of fire or explosion.
 
The recall involves Honda engines (model type GCV160LA N1A) used in Split Master by SpeeCo and Huskee brand log splitters. Only engine serial numbers between 5547012 and 6880908 are included in the recall. The serial number is located below the upper shroud near the oil dip-stick. A complete list of the recalled item can be found at www.recalls.org..
 
Consumers should contact any Honda Lawn and Garden dealer or Honda Engine dealer for a free repair.
 
Consumers can also contact Honda at (800) 426-7701 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit http://www.hondapowerequipment.com/products/recalls/. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
 
AMERICAN HONDA ATVS
 
American Honda Motor Co. Inc. is recalling Model Year 2007-2008 TRX 420 Rancher ATVs sold nationwide from January 2007 to May 2008. If the ATV’s rubber CV (constant velocity) boots get punctured or torn the joint will become contaminated and severe binding of the CV joints could occur, resulting in the sudden loss of steering control.
 
This recall involves Model Year 2007-08 Honda TRX420 ATVs, also known as the Honda FourTrax Rancher 4X4. The recalled ATVs are available in red, black, olive, and camouflage. The Honda name and wing logo are printed on the fuel tank. The model year is printed on a label located on the frame behind the left front wheel. The model name “Rancher” is on a label at the left rear of the ATV.
 
Consumers should contact any Honda ATV dealer to make an appointment for a free repair.
 
Consumers can also contact Honda at (866) 784-1870 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit http://powersports.honda.com/the_story/press/release/?Year=2008&TargetURL=Pr ess_Release/Press_20131.asp. More info at www.recalls.org.
 
 
YOUTH ATVS
 
SunL Group Inc. is recalling SLA90 Youth All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) sold nationwide from May 2005 to March 2007. The youth ATV lacks front brakes, a manual fuel shut-off, and padding to cover the sharp edges on the handlebar assembly. Additionally, the vehicle is sold without a tire pressure gauge or adequate flag pole bracket. The defects could lead to young drivers losing control of the ATVs, which poses the risk of serious injuries or death.
 
The recalled SLA90 ATVs are intended for children between the ages of 12 and 15 years old. The recalled SLA90 ATVs were available in the following solid colors: red, blue, yellow, green. The ATVs were available in the following camo colors: pink, brown, green, and blue. The word “Sunl” is on the front side of the ATV. A complete list of the vehicle identification numbers can be found at www.recalls.org.
 
Consumers should contact SunL Group at (866) 355-0497 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday for instructions on how to receive a full refund or visit www.sunl.com. More info at www.recalls.org.