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12 recalls were announced in March 1990.
Of the 12 recalls this month scored against our rubric.
Which agencies issued them
Toys R Us is recalling approximately 38,000 Press'n Roll bathtub boats because small parts may separate and pose a fatal choking hazard to young children.
Associated Merchandising is recalling 750 Music Maker Elephant toys due to small parts that may detach and excessive lead levels in the paint.
Sandberg Manufacturing is recalling 1,500 Caterpillar Pull Toys because they may break apart, creating sharp plastic pieces and a choking hazard for young children.
Battat is recalling Kawada infant activity centers because a spinner may separate, releasing small beads that pose a choking hazard to children under three.
International Marketing Source is recalling 600 alphabet block sets because the frame may separate, creating small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children.
Dan Brechner and Co. is recalling Riding Rabbit wind-up toys because they may break into small parts, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Arrow Trading is recalling 12,000 Pierre Cardin Elegance hair dryers because they lack protection against electrocution if they fall into water.
Fisher-Price is asking consumers to modify No. 1019 Fun Bus toys to remove a plastic band that poses a choking hazard.
TY, Inc. is warning consumers to remove small plastic tags from specific stuffed animals imported from Korea. The tags present a choking hazard to children.
Baby Needs, Inc. is recalling approximately 25,000 Grow Time pacifier holders because the safety pin could open and injure a child.
Stahlwood is recalling Musical Mother Goose and Musical Carousel crib mobiles because wind-up knobs and plastic parts may pose a choking hazard to young children.
Thermos is replacing hose, valve, and regulator assemblies in some Thermos and Structo gas grills sold since April 1989 to prevent potential gas leaks and fire.
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