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9 recalls were announced in May 1989.
Of the 9 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 11% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Coca-Cola Foods is voluntarily recalling Hi-C Cool Cuff wristbands because the plastic locking device poses a choking hazard to small children.
Artsana of America is recalling Chicco Spinning Bee toy tops because rubber feet can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Weed Eater is offering free muffler guard kits for certain gasoline string trimmers sold as Weed Eater, Yard Pro, and Sears Craftsman to prevent burns.
Sears is recalling 325 Smurf and Snoopy ceiling fans because a defective mounting bracket could cause them to fall.
Lionel Leisure is recalling the Snoopy Wind-Up Train because it breaks apart, creating small parts that pose a choking risk to young children.
Steven Barrie and Company is recalling approximately 3,600 Mother's Helper pacifier holders because the metal clip may detach, posing a choking risk to infants.
Jerry Elsner Company is recalling Christmas stockings with teddy bear decorations because small bells can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Rent-A-Center is providing free retrofit guards for Speed Queen Contempo Mate washer-dryers with caster-rollers to prevent hand or foot injuries.
Mullins Square is voluntarily recalling baby apparel with detachable plastic eyes that pose a choking or ingestion risk to infants.
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