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17 recalls were announced in April 1996.
Of the 17 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 12% are Critical, 24% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Answer Products is recalling 69,000 Manitou Mach 5 mountain bike suspension forks because they can crack and break, causing the front wheel to separate and riders to fall.
Comet World is recalling approximately 1,600 Jackrabbitpack DC-DC voltage converters because incorrectly inserting the connecting cord can cause electric shock.
Polaris is recalling about 19,320 snowmobiles because the engine coolant tank may expand and interfere with brake operation.
Hedstrom recalled 180,000 backyard gym sets with Star Cruiser swings due to a flip-over hazard. Consumers should discard the product as the manufacturer is out of business.
Anam Industrial is recalling TWI LITE illuminated wall switches because the wiring diagram on the package is incorrect, creating a potential fire hazard if installed as printed.
Playskool is offering free inflation gauges for 142,000 Moon Bouncers to prevent injuries from improper inflation or use on hard surfaces.
3M is recalling approximately 15,000 Series 4400 overhead projectors because a dislocated reflector can damage the power cord, creating an electric shock hazard.
Cambridge SoundWorks is recalling 6,450 Powered Subwoofer loudspeakers that may overheat and cause internal ignition. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Bandwagon is recalling 25,450 remote control switches that can expose wires, causing electrical burns or shock.
Consolidated Stores is recalling 125,000 six-outlet power strips sold at Odd Lots, Big Lots, and All For One due to fire and electrocution risks.
Square D and Nelco are recalling approximately 80,000 electric in-wall heaters sold between 1970 and 1986 because a deteriorating rubber grommet can cause the fan to stop, leading to overheating and potential fire.
Square D is recalling about 920,000 electric baseboard heaters sold between 1970 and 1986 due to potential fire and electric shock risks from deteriorating wire insulation.
Toy-O-Rama is recalling about 33,000 stuffed animals because plastic eyes can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Keller Industries recalled 29,691 industrial fiberglass extension ladders sold as Keller and Columbia brands because a support brace could interfere with rung locks, creating a risk of collapse and serious injury.
Meri-Jon Artist Colony is repairing 150,000 zippered bean bag chairs to prevent children from accessing foam pellets, which pose a suffocation risk.
The Americas Company is recalling approximately 42,000 wooden armadillos and turtles because their painted surfaces contain lead levels that violate federal law.
Black & Decker is recalling about 2,000 hedge trimmers because the lock-off switch may fail, allowing the tool to start unexpectedly.
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