Health Canada this week announced recalls for a variety of products, including electrical adapters, armchairs, edible cannabis and vehicle parts.
Here are five memories from this week.
Adapter electric shock risk
According to the recall alert, Health Canada has determined that the Power-7 USB wall charger model US2018 poses an electric shock hazard.
The alert warns that the affected product is a 2.1A/5V dual port USB cube power adapter that is white with a gray stripe and has model number US2018 on the prong side of the adapter.
Health Canada says these adapters are sold in packages of two or five on Amazon.ca and can be identified by Amazon Standard Identification Numbers (ASINs) B083LBZX1F and B082XPSDFL.
Health Canada says owners of this adapter should “immediately discontinue use of the product and dispose of it in accordance with municipal e-waste requirements,” and information about those requirements is available on Canada.ca. Masu.
Risk of injury from swivel chairs
Health Canada also announced a product recall regarding swivel armchairs that can cause injuries.
The Article Spin Swivel Chair has been recalled because the base of the armchair can break, Health Canada reports.
As of May 1, 2023, the company has received reports of up to 10 incidents in Canada, but no injuries, the alert explains. In the United States, the company received 226 reports of incidents, but no reports of injuries.
According to Health Canada, the recall involves armchairs with golden stainless steel swivel legs, and specific serial numbers are available on Canada.ca.
Health Canada says owners of these armchairs should stop using the product and contact the company's article for a free replacement base and installation instructions to ensure safe use.
incorrect labeling
Cannabis edibles were recalled this week after the packaging inaccurately displayed THC content.
Health Canada says OrganiGram's Big Bag-O-Buzz ComOz GMO Cookies and Super Sour Dried Cannabis (products sold through authorized cannabis retailers in Ontario) contain incorrect cannabinoid levels. explained in the warning. According to Health Canada, the total THC listed on the label is lower than the actual total THC.
These cannabis edibles were sold from April 28, 2024 to May 9, 2024.
This alert also indicates that consumers who purchased this affected product should contact the retailer where they purchased the product.
If a consumer experiences a health or safety complaint related to the use of this cannabis product, they are asked to fill out this online complaint form.
dangerous driving recall
Transport Canada this week recalled vehicle parts due to driving safety issues.
One of these recalls concerns Mercedes-Benz's electric models, which face a software glitch that could cause problems with the emergency braking system. The warning states that this fault causes a sudden increase in brake pedal force.
Transport Canada warns that “a sudden increase in brake pedal force can increase stopping distances and increase the risk of a collision.”
The agency added that Mercedes-Benz will notify owners by email and advise them to take their cars to a dealership to have the stability control system software repaired.
Transport Canada has also issued a warning for Honda motorcycle models that will go on sale in 2023.
On certain motorcycles, authorities have warned that the grip on the left handlebar may suddenly loosen, disrupting steering control.
Affected models include CRF110F, CRF125F, and CRF125FB.
Transport Canada said Honda will notify owners via email and advise them to replace the left handlebar grip.
For more information on recent recalls, visit Canada.ca.
