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8 recalls were announced in August 1997.
Of the 8 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 13% are Critical, 25% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Placo is recalling approximately 140,000 Star Wonders flying dolls because their wings can break off and cause serious eye injuries.
Duracraft is recalling about 50,000 portable baseboard heaters because the fan can become stuck, causing overheating and posing a fire hazard.
Moulinex is recalling 120,000 juice extractors because the filter and lid can break apart, projecting metal and plastic that caused cuts to one consumer.
Bunn-O-Matic is recalling approximately 442 Bunn Model B-8B and B-8W coffeemakers manufactured on May 5, 1997, due to a pinched wire that could cause an electrical short and shock hazard.
Rotarex and Worthington are recalling about 6,000 gas grill cylinders because valve handles can loosen, releasing propane that may ignite or cause freeze burns.
CPSC and the halogen lamp industry are recalling 40 million torchiere floor lamps because the bulbs can cause fires. Consumers can obtain free wire guards to reduce the hazard.
Kreiner Imports is recalling approximately 5,000 Kinder chocolate eggs containing toys with small parts that pose a choking hazard to children under three.
Gymboree is recalling about 7,200 umbrellas with high lead levels in surface coatings to prevent potential lead poisoning in children.
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