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16 recalls were announced in April 1997.
Of the 16 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 13% are Critical, 25% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Lifetime Products is recalling over 29,800 ProCourt portable basketball systems because the base can leak water, causing the system to fall over.
Primo International is recalling about 1,600 futon mattresses in the U.S. because they fail federal flammability standards, posing a risk of fire and burn injuries.
Cosco is recalling about 355,500 Quiet Time infant swings because screws can loosen, causing the seat to fall and potentially injure infants.
Bass Pro Shops is recalling 2,140 Warren & Sweat Mag-Lock Plus tree stands because a sharp buckle edge can fray the securing strap, posing a fall risk.
Schumacher Electric is recalling about 100,000 Sears DieHard battery chargers because a wiring defect could cause overheating and fire.
Howard Berger Inc. is recalling about 30,000 Guard Security Hardware power strip surge protectors due to undersized wires and loose connections that pose fire, shock, and electrocution risks.
Division Sales Inc. is recalling about 8,000 Professional Styler hand-held hair dryers because they lack ground fault circuit interrupter plugs, posing a risk of electrocution if dropped in water.
Etna Products is recalling approximately 13,200 wooden toy cars because deteriorating glue causes parts to separate, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Division Sales Inc. is recalling about 6,300 wooden toy trucks sold nationwide from 1993 to 1996 because small parts in the cab pose a choking hazard to young children.
Century Products recalled 166,000 TraveLite Sport strollers because fold locks could break and buckles could unlatch, causing the stroller to fold unexpectedly.
Catton Brothers is recalling about 13,200 Disney Babies romper sets because improperly attached crotch snaps expose sharp prongs that could injure infants.
OddzOn Products is recalling about 5,000 Starfish children's swimming vests because the buckles can unlatch unexpectedly, potentially releasing a child into the water.
Husqvarna is recalling 277,000 chain saws because heat from the muffler can melt the front hand guard if the exhaust deflector is not attached properly, posing a risk of injury.
K-Tel International is recalling 75,000 Deluxe Dehydrator with Fan units because they can overheat and cause fires. Consumers should stop using the product immediately and destroy or discard it.
Five manufacturers are recalling approximately 3,100 wooden and metal bunk beds because openings on the top bunk present a potential entrapment hazard to young children.
Wagner is repairing about 44,000 Power Steamer wallpaper removers because steam and hot water can forcefully escape, causing burns.
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