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16 recalls were announced in December 1996.
Of the 16 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 13% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
MDK Inc. is recalling approximately 20,000 K-Line model trains because a coupler coil spring could overheat if the train derails, creating a potential fire hazard.
PriceCostco is recalling 30-inch Animated Santas with lights and music because four units overheated and melted. Consumers should unplug the product and return it for a refund.
Giant Bicycle is recalling 8,500 CFM-3 suspension forks because the crown can separate, causing loss of control and falls.
Levi Strauss is voluntarily recalling about 3,000 Little Levi's Koveralls and Shortalls because snap fasteners may separate, creating a choking risk for children.
In-Mar Trading is recalling over 140,000 Christmas light sets sold in Puerto Rico because they lack fuse protection and have inadequate wiring, posing a fire risk.
Speidel is recalling about 211,000 My First ID children's identification bracelets because they present a choking hazard to children under age 3.
The CPSC is recalling over 32,000 chenille sweaters sold by major retailers because they burn faster than newspaper, posing a serious risk of burn injuries.
Four importers are recalling over 133,000 toys and rattles because small components can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Oriental Trading is recalling approximately 44,400 wooden bead and spinning top toys because the paint contains high levels of lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning if chewed.
Thrifty Distributors and Golden Bay Enterprises are recalling approximately 30,225 Christmas light sets because they lack fuse protection and have inadequate wiring, posing a fire risk.
CPSC and importers are recalling over 32,000 holiday candle holders and potpourri pots due to fire risks from flammable paint and excessive flames.
Evenflo is recalling Houdini Portable Playyards because plastic caps may crack, creating choking and sharp edge hazards for children.
Shelby Ltd. recalled about 40,000 novelty paperweights and pens containing kerosene or petroleum distillates due to poisoning and flammability hazards.
Tensor is recalling 500-watt halogen bulbs in torchiere lamps because they may shatter, causing burns and fires.
Compaq is recalling AC adapters for Armada 4100 notebook computers because defective connector pins could cause electric shock. No injuries have been reported.
Division Sales is recalling approximately 21,000 Master Tech extension cords because undersized wires present fire, shock, and electrocution hazards. Consumers should stop using the cords and return them for a full refund.
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