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12 recalls were announced in December 1998.
Of the 12 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 8% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
BRK is recalling First Alert True Fit safety gates because plastic parts can break off, posing a choking risk to young children.
Yang Lin Trading and Wholesale World are recalling about 176,000 sets of miniature Christmas lights due to fire and electrocution hazards.
Kmart is recalling approximately 132,000 electric angel tree-top ornaments because the flammable fabric poses a fire hazard.
American Hua Mao Enterprises is recalling about 139,000 cigarette lighters because their child-resistant mechanisms do not work, posing a fire hazard to young children.
Multiple manufacturers are recalling toy basketball sets to replace nylon nets due to strangulation hazards.
Morton Paper Co. is recalling approximately 75,750 extension cords due to a risk of electrocution or electric shock.
Sound-Tech Import is recalling about 360 Compact Pro portable hairdryers due to a risk of electrocution or electric shock.
Marco is recalling over 22,000 gas decorative fireplaces because a vent system defect can cause fires inside walls. Consumers should stop using these units and contact the company for a free repair.
Summer Infant Products is recalling Garden Play Yard Pals crib rail toys because the plastic flower stem can break and create sharp edges.
L.L. Bean is recalling about 10,000 backpack child carriers because children can become entangled in the harness or fall out, posing strangulation and injury risks.
IRIS U.S.A. is recalling about 100,000 plastic toy storage chests because they lack lid-support devices and adequate ventilation, posing a risk of child entrapment and suffocation.
Rubbermaid is recalling about 60,800 Icy Rider Toboggans because the flexible front can break off, causing loss of control and injury.
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