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August 1986 recalls

4 recalls were announced in August 1986.

What the numbers show

Severe
3
High
1

Of the 4 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 75% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

1–4 of 4

  • SevereCPSC·86053·1986-08-28

    Echo Recalls 500VL Gasoline Chain Saws Due to Flywheel Hazard

    Echo is voluntarily recalling 8,500 model 500VL gasoline chain saws because flywheels may shatter during maintenance, causing injuries.

    Product
    Echo gasoline powered chain saws
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·86054·1986-08-28

    Come Play Children's Brooms Recalled Due to Lead Paint Hazard

    Come Play Products Company is recalling children's brooms with red handles because the paint contains excessive lead. Consumers should discard or return the items for a refund.

    Product
    Come Play children's brooms
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·86052·1986-08-19

    Go Fly A Kite Recalls Flying Copter Toy Helicopters Due to Injury Risk

    Go Fly A Kite is recalling approximately 10,000 Flying Copter toy helicopters because improper assembly can cause rotor blades to detach, resulting in eye injuries and facial lacerations.

    Product
    Flying Copter flying helicopter toys
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·86051·1986-08-13

    Regal Recalls 1.4 Million Moulinex Food Processor Bowl Covers

    Regal is recalling 1.4 million food processor bowl covers due to a safety interlock failure that poses a laceration hazard.

    Product
    JC Penney food processor bowl covers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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