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13 recalls were announced in April 2000.
Of the 13 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 8% are Critical, 31% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Healthtex and Little Impressions baby garments are being recalled because snaps can detach, posing a choking hazard to babies. No injuries have been reported.
Sta-Rite Industries is recalling about 29,000 battery chargers for Flotec and Sears sump pumps because they can overheat and ignite.
Kmart is recalling Little Ones wooden accent lamps because they can short circuit and catch fire. Consumers should unplug and return the lamps for a refund.
Graco is recalling approximately 7 million infant swings sold before November 1997 because the restraint systems can fail, posing risks of strangulation and falls.
Proctor-Silex is recalling about 95,000 toasters because heating elements may stay on after toast pops up, posing a fire risk.
American Honda Motor Co. is recalling about 112,000 Harmony II lawnmowers because fuel tank seams can split, creating a fire and burn hazard.
John Deere is recalling about 200,000 Homelite handheld power blowers/vacuums because a fuel line can wear and leak gasoline, creating a fire hazard.
Fisher-Price is recalling 3-in-1 Cradle Swings and Bounce 'n Play Activity Domes due to handle release and suffocation hazards.
Toymax is recalling Arcadia Electronic Skeet Shoot game cartridges because they can overheat, melt, and smoke, posing a burn risk.
BISSELL is recalling about 207,000 PowerClean and PureAir upright vacuum cleaners because the power cord insulation can tear, posing a risk of shock and burns.
Boston Warehouse Trading Corp. is recalling B.W. Home brand folding chairs because loose screws can cause the chairs to collapse, resulting in injury.
Coast Electronics Supply is recalling approximately 18,000 AC converters sold in seven states because the unplugged end of the cord becomes energized, posing an electrical shock risk.
The Standard Mattress Co. is recalling approximately 47,000 futons sold between May and October 1998 because uneven flame retardant distribution may cause them to catch fire.
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