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8 recalls were announced in July 1998.
Of the 8 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 13% are Critical, 25% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Almar Sales is recalling about 28,000 Expressions children's jewelry sets because the elastic cords can break, releasing small beads that pose a choking hazard to young children.
CPSC warns that Servel gas refrigerators made between 1933 and 1957 pose a deadly carbon monoxide risk. Consumers should stop using them and contact the Servel Corrective Action Committee for disposal instructions.
Crate & Barrel is recalling about 7,000 toy chests to repair lids that can fail and fall, posing a strangulation risk to children.
AMF is repairing or replacing Sure-Pik bowling ball returns because children's fingers can become entrapped in the moving belt, causing injuries.
T.S. Toys is recalling about 4,000 Activity Block Sets because rods on one block could break, releasing small hollow cylinders that pose a choking risk to young children.
Honeywell is recalling electric baseboard heater thermostats rated for higher wattage than they can handle, posing a fire risk.
In-Mar Trading is recalling over 10,000 plastic toys, including a jet fighter and six animal squeakers, because small parts can detach and pose a choking or aspiration hazard to young children.
Bemis Manufacturing is recalling about 5,000 Grand Sequoia plastic lawn chairs that may collapse unexpectedly due to shipment damage, causing minor injuries.
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