Busy parents are too busy to worry about hunting down recall information. These sites provide quick access to the latest recalls and even allow you to subscribe by email to receive recall information as it is released.
This list of toy recalls dates back to 1974 and is listed by date with the most recent recalls at the top. It is provided by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. If you are not sure whether you have one of the toys on the list, a visit to the manufacturer's website can help you identify the actual items.
The Food and Drug Administration regulates a wide variety of products. Visit the FDA for recall information on drugs, vaccines, medical devices, hearing aids, pacemakers, contact lenses, cosmetics, vitamins, cell phones, microwaves, and a variety of food items.
The US Department of Agriculture also has responsibility for food safety, in particular surrounding agricultural products such as meats and cheeses.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration tracks recalls related to cars, trucks, school buses, tires, and child safety seats.
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission monitors the safety of most household items including paint, clothes, Christmas decorations, dishes, and stationary. This includes children's clothes, furniture, gear, and toys. The CPSC has quick links to recalls from the past two months, as well as a detailed search feature. I have broken out their toy list above, but toys are included in the recent activity lists as well.
