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August 1973 recalls

3 recalls were announced in August 1973.

What the numbers show

Critical
1
Severe
2

Of the 3 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 33% are Critical, 67% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

1–3 of 3

  • SevereCPSC·73017·1973-08-28

    CPSC Bans Nine Aerosol Spray Adhesives Due to Imminent Hazard

    The CPSC banned nine aerosol spray adhesives from 3M and Borden due to potential links to chromosome damage and birth defects.

    Product
    Bear Brand Spray Trim Adhesive aerosol spray adhesives
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·73015·1973-08-21

    CPSC Warns of Electric Shock Hazard in Little Wonder TV Antenna

    The CPSC warned consumers to unplug the Little Wonder TV Antenna due to a lack of safety devices that could cause severe electric shock or electrocution.

    Product
    Little Wonder TV Antenna by A.K. Electric Warning
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalCPSC·73014·1973-08-20

    CPSC Bans Three Aerosol Spray Adhesives Due to Birth Defect Risk

    The CPSC banned Foil Art, Scotch Brand, and Krylon spray adhesives after research linked them to chromosome breakage and birth defects.

    Product
    Foil Art Spray Adhesive aerosol spray adhesives
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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