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7 recalls were announced in June 1988.
Of the 7 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 14% are Critical, 29% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Lindsley Home Decorating Centers is replacing Smurf and Snoopy ceiling fans sold in Florida because a defective bracket could cause the fan to fall.
Diving Unlimited International is recalling its AC dry suit valve because it may malfunction, causing rapid ascent or buoyancy failure.
Maxton/Cox Furniture is recalling wooden convertible ladder chairs sold by Swiss Colony, J.C. Penney, and Spiegel due to structural defects causing falls and injuries.
Hanover House is recalling approximately 24,000 electric mouse traps because exposed electrodes may pose a risk of electric shock.
Black and Decker is recalling approximately 500,000 Bump-Feed Grass/Weed String Trimmers due to a potential electrocution hazard caused by improper assembly.
Toycraft Industries is recalling stuffed teddy bears because the eyes and nose can detach, posing a choking hazard that caused one child's death.
Sunbeam Leisure is providing free modification kits to remount glass windows on 1988 propane grills to prevent spontaneous breakage and lacerations.
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