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16 recalls were announced in June 1998.
Of the 16 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 6% are Critical.
Which agencies issued them
Laiko International is recalling 2,400 Knock-A-Ball wooden toys because the small balls pose a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Michael Friedman Corp. is recalling about 2,000 Hobby Horse baby rattles because small parts can break off, posing a choking hazard to infants.
EKCO Housewares is recalling approximately 16,800 12-inch skillets because the handles could bend or break, causing hot contents to spill and potentially injure consumers.
STK International is recalling about 15,800 baby rattles because the handles could block a child's airway. No injuries have been reported.
Davidson Ladder Inc. is recalling about 1,150 attic stairways because a hinge can fail, causing the stairs to collapse and potentially injuring consumers.
Payless ShoeSource is recalling about 80,000 Coasters children's sneakers because metal zipper clasps can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Rite Aid is recalling approximately 225,000 butane gas lighters because defective switches may allow ignition in the off position, posing a risk of burns and fires.
CPSC urges consumers to stop using previously recalled portable cribs and play yards due to collapse and suffocation risks.
Durapro Systems is recalling about 1,955 scuba buoyancy compensator devices because low-pressure hoses may separate, posing a drowning risk.
Safety 1st is recalling 106,000 Bouncing Buggy toys because attached sign components can break off, creating sharp edges and a choking risk.
Specialized Bicycle Components is recalling about 2,500 1998 model year bicycles to replace chains that may break during use.
KB Toys is recalling Bubble Beauties floating balls because they contain a petroleum distillate similar to kerosene that could be harmful or fatal if ingested.
GapKids is recalling about 127,800 spring/summer anoraks because the zipper pulls contain unacceptable levels of lead. Consumers should stop using the jackets and return them for a refund.
RJS Inc. is recalling 1,222 Ralph Lauren Thoroughbred Candles because their flasks can overheat and burn with high flames, posing a fire hazard.
Oscar Mayer is recalling decals on approximately 16,000 Wienermobile pedal cars because they contain high levels of lead, posing a poisoning hazard to young children.
Electronic Resources Ltd. is recalling about 5,000 power strip surge protectors with undersized wires and poor grounding that present fire, shock, and electrocution hazards.
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