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August 1977 recalls

4 recalls were announced in August 1977.

What the numbers show

Severe
1
High
3

Of the 4 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 25% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

1–4 of 4

  • HighCPSC·77086·1977-08-17

    Black & Decker Weed Trimmers Recalled for Electrical Shock Risk

    Black & Decker is recalling approximately 40,000 No. 8209 Type 1 weed and grass trimmers because handle assembly can damage cord insulation, posing a risk of serious electrical shock.

    Product
    Black & Decker weed and grass trimmers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·77083·1977-08-01

    BRK AC-Powered Smoke Detectors Recalled Due to Fire Risk

    BRK Electronics is recalling SS749 series smoke detectors manufactured before September 26, 1975, because defective resistors could cause internal fires or render units inoperable.

    Product
    BRK AC-powered smoke detectors
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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