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10 recalls were announced in April 1998.
Of the 10 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 40% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Sanrio is recalling about 29,000 stuffed animal toys because small bells can detach and pose an aspiration hazard to young children.
Schutt Manufacturing is recalling about 12,000 Baseball and Softball Striker training aids because the ball can detach from the cable during use, posing a risk of serious injury to users and bystanders.
Rand/Ross Bicycle Co. is recalling 11,000 mountain bikes because the front suspension fork can separate from the frame, causing riders to lose control and fall.
Black & Decker is recalling Spacemaker Optima Model T1000 toasters because food can catch fire and escape the unit, causing property damage and burns.
General Electric is recalling about 50,000 outlet converters with oversized ground connectors that can cause loose contacts and shock hazards.
ERA Intermarketing is recalling about 840,000 Elite-2 disposable cigarette lighters because they lack required child-resistant mechanisms.
Honeywell is recalling approximately 1.6 million heaters and 150,000 humidifiers due to a fire hazard caused by overheating.
Warner Bros. Stores is recalling approximately 2,500 Tweety Water Timer Game Key Rings because they contain ethylene glycol that could leak and poison young children if swallowed.
Atico International is recalling Eyeball and Smiley Face Floating Balls because they contain kerosene and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Gerry Baby Products is recalling about 86,000 Clear Choice rechargeable baby monitors because the battery can cause the parent unit to smoke and flame.
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