RECALLS: Blinds, helmets and laptop chargers recalled in Ontario

This week, Ontario residents are urged to inspect a variety of recalls spanning from household products to electronics and safety equipment. Some items can cause fires, burns and even strangulation to children.

Vertical Blinds with Split-Draw

This recall includes four types of Springs Window Fashions custom Vertical Blinds with Split-Draw:

• 3 ½” Premium Wood Vertical Blind,
• Designer Fabric Verticals
• Premium Fabric Vertical
• Premium Smooth Vertical

The recalled blinds are identifiable by a label on the top of the headrail, which features an “S” in the upper right-hand corner, lists “SWF Middleton, WI US C” as the manufacturer, and shows a manufacture date after May 1, 2022, in the formats YYYY/MM/DD or YY/MM/DD.

According to Health Canada, the blinds do not comply with the Corded Window Coverings Regulations. There is a danger that young children might wrap looped cords around their neck or become entangled in them.

The company reported that approximately 739 units of the affected products were sold in Canada between May 2022 to December 2023.

Risks: Poses strangulation hazard to children.

What you should do: Stop using the recalled product and contact Springs Window Fashions to receive a replacement window covering.

As of March 19, 2024, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.

AGV Tourmodular DOT (E2206) Multi MPLK and Solid MPLK motorcycle helmets

This recall affects certain AGV Tourmodular DOT (E2206) Multi MPLK and Solid MPLK motorcycle helmets manufactured from February 2022 to December 2022.

The recall impacts the following 2022 serial numbers:

• 06203P/J000239 to 06203P/J0001630
• 06203P/J000239 to 06203P/J0001630

Over time, issues with sub-components in the micrometric buckle of certain helmets may prevent it from automatically engaging as designed. If riders do not manually latch the buckle—as instructed in the helmet’s user safety manual—before riding, the helmet may not be securely fastened. This could lead to the helmet coming off during an accident.

The company reported that 544 units of the affected products were sold in Canada between February 2022 to March 2023.

Risks: Potential injury hazard and in serious cases, death.

What you should do: Individuals should ensure the red lever latch is engaged or manually close the buckle for safety, and then contact Dainese to receive a return kit at no cost.

As of April 4, 2024, the company has received no reports of incidents or injuries in Canada.

Various Toshiba-brand AC adapters

This recall includes Toshiba-brand AC adapters that were packaged with Toshiba-brand laptop computers or sold separately. These adapters, imported by Toshiba Canada Limited, were available at various retailers across Canada.

There are 63 models of the adapters impacted by the recall. Below is the first 9:

• G71C0009S110—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)
• G71C0009S111—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)
• G71C0009S112—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)
• G71C0009S113—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)
• G71C0009S114—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)
• G71C0009S115—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)
• G71C0009S210—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)
• G71C0009S212—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)
• G71C0009S214—serial number: T**0815********** to T**1253********** (Year 2008 Week 15 to Year 2012 Week 53)

You can find the full list of the recalled AC adapters here. 

The flame retardant used in the components of the affected AC adapters could overheat.

The company estimates that approximately 1,289,270 of the affected AC adapters were sold in Canada, and 15.5 million were sold in the United States between April 1, 2008 to April 30, 2014.

Risks: Poses fire and burn hazards.

What you should do: Dispose of all affected AC Adapters and contact DCI for a free replacement.

As of Feb. 2, 2024, there have been no reports of incidents or injuries related to this issue in Canada. However, Dynabook America, Inc. (“DBA”), an affiliated company operating in the United States, received 679 reports of potential incidents and 43 reports of minor burns from 2010 to 2021.