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9 recalls were announced in August 1996.
Of the 9 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 11% are Critical, 11% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Collins International and Eagle Hardware are recalling approximately 7,200 Ratchet Tie-Downs because they may break under load, posing a risk of injury or property damage.
Caframo Limited is recalling 2,460 Ceramic Furnace electric space heaters because fan motors may overheat, creating fire and electric shock risks.
EZ Sales, Twin Oaks, and Safesport are recalling 75,000 mini-hammocks that lack spreader bars, posing a strangulation hazard to children.
CSA is recalling about 300,000 E-Force Cross Trainer exercise machines because welds may crack or break, causing injuries. Consumers should stop using and destroy the product.
CPSC warns that 6,000 Home Gas Sentry carbon monoxide detectors may fail to alarm, exposing users to dangerous gas levels.
Global Industries is replacing bases on approximately 7,000 Executive Hi-back Tilter Chairs sold by Office Depot to prevent tipover injuries.
Christmas Tree Shops is recalling about 12,000 Engineering Truck toys because small parts may break off and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Dewalt is recalling approximately 150,000 one-hour battery chargers because the plastic housing could separate, exposing internal electrical components and creating an electric shock hazard.
CPSC and Southern Sales and Marketing Group are recalling 900,000 plastic lawn chairs because the rear legs may spread or break, causing the chair to collapse.
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