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9 recalls were announced in November 1997.
Of the 9 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 11% are Critical, 33% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Kmart is recalling 148,000 Gables patio rocking chairs because improper assembly can cause them to collapse, resulting in falls and injuries.
Creative Technologies is recalling about 50,000 pasta machines to replace lids that may fail to activate the safety cutoff switch, posing a risk of severe finger injuries.
MTD is recalling about 34,000 garden tractors because rear wheel nuts can loosen and fall off, causing loss of control and minor injuries.
Kid's Patrol is recalling about 12,000 Athletic Team zippered vests sold at Wal-Mart because the zipper pulls can slide off and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Polaris is recalling about 20,670 snowmobiles because the steering pitman arm can crack, potentially causing the operator to lose control and crash.
Sachs Bicycle Components is recalling approximately 16,500 Diamondback mountain bikes because the chains can break, causing riders to lose control and be injured.
BRIO is replacing hats on 79,000 wooden clown toys because they pose a choking hazard to young children.
STK International is recalling over 20,400 Clock Tambourine toys because small pieces may break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Kmart is recalling approximately 205,000 Sling Garden Chairs because they can unexpectedly collapse, causing injuries such as finger amputations and back pain.
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