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28 recalls were announced in December 2001.
Of the 28 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 11% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Kawasaki is recalling about 360 2002 Bayou ATVs because axle nuts may not have been tightened to proper torque, creating a risk of wheel detachment.
Suzuki is recalling approximately 4,700 Eiger ATVs because a manufacturing flaw could cause the crankshaft to break, interrupting power transfer and stranding the driver.
Lite Machines is recalling Fusion 35 speed controllers shipped with Corona electric helicopter kits because a defective chip can cause the motor to turn on unexpectedly, potentially damaging the toy or injuring users.
Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman are recalling Pine Tree Candles because they can collapse and spread flame, posing a fire risk.
L.A. Baby is recalling about 2,000 Folding Little Wood Cribs because the headboard can separate, creating a space where a child's head or neck could become trapped.
LTD Commodities is recalling Snowman Holiday Porcelain Lanterns because excessive heat from tealight candles can cause the porcelain to crack or catch fire, posing a burn risk.
Flora-Lite Co. is recalling about 7,500 Rice Lights Christmas light sets because wires can pull out of plugs, posing electrocution, shock, and fire risks.
Kohler is recalling about 41,000 Helios and Sterling Freestyle shower doors because the hinges can fail, causing the door to fall and injure consumers.
Walgreens is recalling Candele glitter candles because the glitter can ignite. Consumers should stop using them and contact Walgreens for a refund.
Dillard's is recalling Pine Tree Candles because they can collapse and ignite decorative materials, posing a fire risk. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Game Tracker is recalling climbing sticks and tree steps because buckles can fail, posing a risk of serious injury to hunters.
Diving Unlimited International is recalling about 3,500 overpressure valves used with buoyancy control systems because they can stick open, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
LaJobi Industries is recalling about 400 Molly and Betsy style wooden cribs because end panel cut-outs allow young children to get their heads entrapped, posing a strangulation risk.
Sandberg Manufacturer Co. is recalling about 8,200 children's dressers because they can tip over, posing a serious injury hazard.
Kawasaki is recalling about 790 2002 KV650 Prairie ATVs because the rear axle may break, causing loss of control and injury.
Next Level Communications is recalling PowDec power supplies for computer modems because an internal component can overheat and melt the plastic housing, posing a thermal burn hazard.
TruHeat Corp. is recalling approximately 142,000 No-Fault 6000 model spa heaters sold with Hot Spring and Tiger River spas because an internal electrical connection can overheat and ignite the unit.
DeVilbiss Air Power Co. is recalling about 600 Porter-Cable portable generators because a hole in the fuel tank can leak fuel and pose a fire hazard.
Winstar International is recalling about 9,000 miniature Christmas light sets sold in New York and New Jersey due to electrocution, shock, and fire risks.
Homemaster Inc. is recalling about 50,000 Outdoor Lighting Timers sold at Menards because reversed polarity wiring poses a shock hazard. No injuries have been reported.
NBG International is recalling Rice Light decorative Christmas lights due to undersized wires that could cause electric shock or fire. No injuries have been reported.
Kids II Inc. is recalling Pop Links toys because the tips can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Baby Buzz'r International is recalling about 8,800 Baby Buzz'r toys because button covers can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Kid Cool LLC is recalling girls' jackets and vests sold at Sears because the zipper pull and metal ring can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Lawn-Boy is recalling SilverPro and GoldPro mowers because stress cracks in the fuel tank can cause gasoline leaks, posing a fire and burn risk.
Cub Cadet is recalling about 6,000 garden tractors because the rear wheel can loosen and spin free on its axle, posing a risk of injury.
Little Tikes is recalling a lobster toy attached to the Ocean Friends Stationary Entertainer because the antennae can break and pose a choking hazard to young children.
BRIO Corp. is recalling Curious George plush toys because the detachable fabric-filled mobile phones pose a choking hazard to young children.
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