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14 recalls were announced in August 1999.
Of the 14 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 7% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
GUESS is recalling approximately 78,000 girls' t-shirts with liquid-filled vinyl bubble patches because the petroleum distillate inside can be harmful if ingested.
Amana is recalling about 5,000 gas-fueled down-draft ranges because the oven locking mechanism could unlock prematurely during self-cleaning, posing a burn risk.
Wilmar Corp. is voluntarily recalling more than 16,000 fluorescent work lights because they pose a risk of electrocution or electric shock.
Foremost Tool is voluntarily recalling over 1,300 fluorescent work lights because they pose an electrocution or electric shock hazard.
Graco is recalling about 100,000 activity trays and bath sets because suction cups can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
General Mills is recalling approximately 139,000 Bug's Life mini-projector flashlights distributed as cereal premiums due to a burn hazard.
Bentley Lingerie is recalling over 30,000 girls' Esleep Juniors robes because they fail federal flammability standards, posing a risk of serious burn injuries.
GE Silicones is voluntarily recalling about 2,500 units of WeatherMate Exterior Wood Cleaner due to a laceration hazard.
Trane and American Standard are recalling 9,900 accessory electric heaters because incorrectly routed wires can cause excessive heat and fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Root-Lowell Manufacturing is voluntarily recalling 90,000 Flo-Master all-purpose sprayers because they pose a poisoning hazard.
Huffy is recalling approximately 1,400 Verdict bicycle suspension forks because they may cause vehicle accidents. Consumers should stop using the affected parts.
Tiger Electronics is recalling approximately 202,000 Pooh Poppin' Piano toys because the microphone top can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Mealane Corp. is recalling up to 1 million Star brand fire sprinklers manufactured between 1961 and 1976 because they may fail to activate during a fire.
Toys R Us is recalling 71,000 Bathtub Baby doll sets because the included small ball poses a choking hazard to children under 3.
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