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8 recalls were announced in October 1979.
Of the 8 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 25% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Western Publishing is recalling approximately 180,000 Soft Shot Star Launcher blow-gun toys due to a choking hazard where the mouthpiece may separate and lodge in a child's throat.
CPSC warned consumers to stop using Fuel Sentry and Fuel Gard thermostat controls due to fire hazards from overheating carbon resistors.
CBS Toys is voluntarily recalling four million Giggle Stick toys because small internal reeds can fall out and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Durham Industries is recalling detachable cords for Holly Hobbie toy telephones because the plugs resemble electrical plugs, posing a shock and burn hazard.
AMF is recalling over 1,800 underwater spear guns due to a defect that can cause accidental firing. No injuries have been reported.
Sunbeam is modifying approximately 8,900 electric lawnmowers (models 3227 and 3228) to prevent power cord abrasion that could expose electrical wires and cause shock.
Under Sea Industries is recalling specific Scubapro second-stage scuba regulators because a defective valve may dislodge, causing the regulator to flood and posing a drowning hazard to divers.
King Seeley Thermos is recalling 23,383 portable gas grills sold as Structo brand because defective valves may leak propane, posing a fire hazard.
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