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18 recalls were announced in October 2000.
Of the 18 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 6% are Critical, 22% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
The Sharper Image is recalling about 1,000 Power Tower motorized CD racks because batteries can leak or explode, posing a burn hazard.
The Betesh Group is recalling John Lennon crib mobiles because arms can detach and fall on babies. Seven reports of bumps and scratches have been received.
Compaq is recalling Armada notebook computer battery packs that can short circuit, overheat, and catch fire. Consumers should stop using them and contact Compaq for a replacement.
Playworld Systems is recalling 55 public playground stainless steel slides because the welds can crack, posing a risk of finger amputation.
Toro is recalling about 23,000 Key Start power mowers because the wiring can short circuit, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
The CPSC and AHAM are recalling up to 9 million chest freezers made before 1970 because their latches can trap children, leading to suffocation.
S-B Power Tools, Makita, and Milwaukee Electric Tool are recalling approximately 180,000 power tools because their switches can stick, posing a risk of injury.
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling Stinson Bunk Beds because side rails and guardrails can break, causing the bed to collapse. Two minor injuries were reported.
Century is recalling about 4 million rear-facing infant car seats/carriers because the handle can break, causing infants to fall and suffer injuries.
Dell is recalling approximately 27,000 notebook computer batteries because they can short circuit, overheat, and catch fire. Consumers should contact Dell to verify if their battery is affected.
RockShox is recalling 2001 Judy TT, Judy TT Special, Jett, and Metro bicycle forks because compression rods can break, causing loss of control and injury.
DeWalt is recalling model DW9116 battery chargers because metal clips may loosen and cause electrical shock. No injuries have been reported.
Lawn-Boy is recalling approximately 102,000 Gold Pro and Silver Pro power mowers because the blades can crack and break off, posing a laceration risk to users.
I-Tech Sport Products is recalling about 1,000 hockey face guards that can detach on impact, leaving users' faces exposed to injury.
Woods Industries is recalling about 500,000 extension cords and cord reels because the locking plug housing can break, exposing live wires and posing shock hazards.
KitchenAid is recalling approximately 220,000 food processors because a cap on the blade unit can dislodge and mix with food, posing a choking risk.
Playworld Systems is recalling about 370 aluminum playground arch swings because the top bar can break off and hit children. Two injuries have been reported.
Zebco is recalling about 9,600 American Camper Compact Butane Stoves because they may contain fuel or malfunction, posing a fire and burn risk.
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