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17 recalls were announced in December 1999.
Of the 17 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 6% are Critical, 24% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
DeVilbiss Air Power Company is recalling about 295,000 portable generators because fuel tanks may crack, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should limit fuel to three gallons until evaluated.
Burger King is recalling Pokemon Balls distributed in kids meals because the plastic halves can cover a child's face, posing a suffocation risk to children under three.
Neiman Marcus is recalling about 5,600 CerArte candles because painted surfaces can ignite and drip hot wax. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a refund.
Hanna's Candle Co. is recalling Millennium Martini Scented Candles sold at SAM'S CLUB because the glass holder can crack, posing a laceration risk.
Rich Pacific Ltd. is recalling approximately 100,000 miniature and icicle-style Christmas lights sold at Pergament Home Center in New York due to undersized wires that pose shock and fire risks.
Fashion Bug is recalling gold-colored Christmas tree and cherub candles because the coating can ignite. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a refund.
Kelty is recalling approximately 26,000 K.I.D.S. backpack child carriers because the seat height adjustment strap can slip out of the buckle, posing a risk of a child sliding down or falling.
Safari Ltd. is recalling magnet games because the paint on the metal figures contains lead levels exceeding federal standards for children's products.
Kolcraft is recalling about 754,000 infant car seats/carriers because the handle can unexpectedly move, causing the seat to rotate and the infant to fall.
Jingle Bell Enterprise Inc. is recalling approximately 100,000 miniature and icicle-style Christmas lights due to undersized wires that pose fire and shock risks.
Käthe Kruse Doll Co. is recalling Selecta wooden toys because included small balls pose a choking risk to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Huffy Bicycle Co. is recalling approximately 18,600 men's mountain bicycles because the frames can break apart, causing falls and serious injuries.
Royce Union is recalling about 3,700 ABT 2000 mountain bicycles because the frames can break apart, causing falls and serious injuries.
Gap Inc. is recalling about 231,000 children's pajamas sold at Gap and Old Navy stores because they fail federal flammability standards, posing a risk of serious burns.
CPSC and Texsport are recalling 146,000 five-piece mess kits because handles can fail, spilling hot liquids and causing burns.
Viking Sewing Machines Inc. is recalling about 1,100 Husqvarna Viking model #1+ sewing machines because loose pins in the power transformer could cause electric shock.
Northern Bedroom's Inc. is recalling about 2,800 wooden bunk beds because the top bunk lacks guardrails on both sides, posing a risk of falls or entrapment.
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