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April 1979 recalls

2 recalls were announced in April 1979.

What the numbers show

Severe
1
High
1

Of the 2 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 50% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

1–2 of 2

  • SevereCPSC·79017·1979-04-16

    Carrier Weathermaker Air Conditioners Recalled for Fire Risk

    Carrier is recalling Weathermaker air conditioners from 1962-1964 because deteriorating insulators could cause electrical shorts and fires.

    Product
    Carrier Weathermaker air conditioners
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·79014·1979-04-02

    Daisy Recalls 19,100 BB Guns Due to Safety Malfunction

    Daisy is recalling approximately 19,100 BB guns because the safety mechanism may fail, allowing the gun to fire. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    Daisy BB guns
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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