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April 1989 recalls

3 recalls were announced in April 1989.

What the numbers show

Critical
1
Severe
1
High
1

Of the 3 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 33% are Critical, 33% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

1–3 of 3

  • HighCPSC·89034·1989-04-27

    Franklin Sports Recalls Lawn Darts Due to Injury Risk

    Franklin Sports is voluntarily recalling all its lawn dart sets because the blunt metal tips may pose a risk of injury, especially to children.

    Product
    Five Game Combination Sets
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·89030·1989-04-24

    Rowenta Recalls Coffee Makers and Water Boilers Due to Fire Hazard

    Rowenta is recalling specific coffee makers and water boilers because malfunctioning thermostats can cause the appliances to catch fire, even when the switch is off.

    Product
    Rowenta Coffee Maker and Water Boiler
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalCPSC·89027·1989-04-06

    Vendo Soft Drink Vending Machines Recalled for Tip-Over Hazard

    Vendo is retrofitting approximately 115,000 soft drink vending machines to prevent tip-over injuries and deaths caused by consumers rocking the units.

    Product
    Vendo soft drink vending machines
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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