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5 recalls were announced in April 1988.
Of the 5 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 20% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hedstrom recalled approximately 6,562 wooden baby swings sold in 1987 because glue failure could cause the swing to collapse. Consumers should discard or destroy the units.
Tyco Toys is offering free guard kits for 1986 Schaper Speed Wheels ride-on toys to prevent finger entrapment and lacerations.
Square D is voluntarily replacing 30-ampere Series 1 GFCI circuit breakers because a component failure may disable electric shock protection.
W.C. Bradley is recalling approximately 1.8 million LP gas grills manufactured between 1983 and 1985 because the gas hose connection may loosen, posing a fire hazard.
Le-Roi infant socks are being recalled because plastic ornaments may detach and pose a choking hazard to children under three.
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