Hazardous Products Recalled in Canada

Health Canada has recalled several consumer products over potential hazards. Hazardous product recalls can be issued for a number of reasons including risk of fire or injury. When Health Canada issues a recall, an advisory, or alert it’s listed on the agency’s website.

“Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of this product or any other consumer product or cosmetic by filling out the Consumer Product Incident Report Form,” notes the agency’s website.

Kichler 52″ 5-Blade Indoor Fan

Health Canada issued a hazardous product recall for the Kichler 52” 5-blade indoor fan. According to the recall notice issued last Thursday, a blade from the ceiling fan can break off during use. If the blade falls on someone standing underneath it, they could be injured.

The model number of the recalled fan is 35153 and can be found on the motor housing of the fan. The recalled product is a curved blade ceiling fan with etched umber glass. The units were in a Mediterranean Walnut colour and were sold between January of 2016 and March 2020 at Lowes and other lighting stores. 

According to Health Canada, about 42,000 Kichler 52″ 5-blade indoor fans were sold, with 3,153 fans sold in Canada and 38,866 sold in the United States. The product was manufactured in China and distributed by Kichler Lighting LLC, based in Cleveland.

Fortunately, there have been no injury reports, according to Health Canada, and only one report of property damage related to this hazardous product recall.

The Health Canada website states “Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled ceiling fans and contact either the lighting showroom where the unit was purchased or Kichler Lighting LLC.”

Kichler Lighting can be contacted by phone at 866-558-5706 or through www.kichler.com.

Line 6 Digital Wireless Relay G10, G10S, G10T and G10T USB Cable

A number of wireless relays are subject to a hazardous product recall over the risk of fire, according to another notice issued by Health Canada. Four types of Line 6 Digital Wireless Relays have been recalled, including:

• Relay G10, UPC Code 614252304825, Serial Number 6601 to 6949
• Relay G10S, UPC Code 614252307284, Serial Number 6601 to 6949
• Relay G10T, UPC Code 614252305037, Serial Number 6601 to 6949
• Relay G10T USB Cable, UPC Code 614252306393, Serial Number 6601 to 6949

According to the recall notice, the lithium-ion battery in the Line 6 wireless relays can overheat. This creates a risk of property damage, injury, and even fire. There have been no reports of injuries or incidents reported in Canada and four incident reports outside of the country, according to the Health Canada recall notice.

Nearly 5,000 recalled Line 6 Digital Wireless Relays were sold in Canada and over 67,000 were sold in the United States. The product was made in China and distributed by Yamaha Guitar Groups, Inc., based in Calabasas, Calif.

According to the Health Canada notice, consumers should not use the recalled Line 6 wireless relays and contact the distributor for a refund. Yamaha Guitar Group can be reached by phone at 1-818-575-3600 or online at line6.com/g10recall/.

What Should Consumers Do in the Event of a Hazardous Product Recall?

“When a product is recalled, it means our surveillance tools are working: you and your family are being protected from potential hazards,” notes Health Canada’s website.

Consumers who have purchased products subject to a hazardous product recall should stop using the product and contact the store where it was purchased. Consumers may be able to get a refund or replacement product from the company that sold them the recalled item.

In certain cases, the company that sold the product may fix it or send instructions and/or replacement parts to fix the item.

Regardless of why an item was subject to a hazardous product recall, consumers should not try to resell or redistribute a recalled item. According to Health Canada, resale of a recalled product is prohibited under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act.

In addition, recalled products should not be thrown out, according to Health Canada. Certain products, such as batteries or drugs, can create problems and should only be disposed of using manufacturer’s instructions.

Hazardous product recall notices issued by Health Canada can be monitored by consumers. Consumers can check Health Canada’s website, sign up for alerts, or subscribe to email notices.

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