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23 recalls were announced in February 2001.
Of the 23 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 9% are Critical, 30% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Baby Trend is recalling Home and Roam and Baby Express portable cribs because they can collapse and entrap infants, resulting in a recent death.
Eden LLC is recalling Little Lessons Music Makers toy drums because the included mallets pose a choking hazard to young children.
Lakeshore Learning Materials is recalling Concept Classification Activity Kits and Opposites Take-Home Packs because metal weights contain lead, posing a poisoning hazard to children.
SuperValu Eastern Region is recalling approximately 500 bottles of Richfood bleach that were mislabeled and actually contained ammonia. Mixing the ammonia with bleach or acid could produce toxic gases.
Dura Kleen (USA) Inc. is recalling about 459,000 nightlights due to loose electrical connections and flammable plastic that pose fire and shock risks.
EMSCO Inc. is recalling about 2,200 Ti-dee Helper children's brooms because the paint on the handles contains high levels of lead.
By Us International is recalling Ballistic front suspension forks installed on Mongoose and Roadmaster bicycles because they can break, causing riders to lose control and fall.
Brinkmann is recalling Endura Contempra solar lights because the lens can magnify sunlight and ignite nearby combustible materials like mulch or dry grass.
NIKE is recalling approximately 225,000 Jordan Trunner LX and 2000 cross-training shoes because a metal strip on the heel can protrude and cut consumers.
Simmons Juvenile Products recalled over 68,600 Little Folks cribs because bracket hooks can break, causing the mattress to drop and potentially trap infants.
IMT Accessories is recalling Barbie sunglasses because frames can break and leak harmful petroleum distillates, causing chemical burns.
Graco is recalling approximately 860,000 highchairs because the legs can detach, causing the chair to fall and potentially injuring children.
AmeriGas Propane L.P. is recalling about 1,600 20-pound propane cylinders sold in Ohio because they may be overfilled, posing a fire and explosion hazard.
The Paper Magic Group is recalling about 31,000 Peppermint Basket Candles because the ceramic handle can become hot and cause burns.
Controlled Energy Corporation is recalling AquaStar natural gas water heaters because they can produce dangerous levels of carbon monoxide, which has been linked to deaths and injuries.
Pebco Inc. is recalling about 22,500 hairdryers sold nationwide from March 1999 to December 2000 due to electrical defects that pose fire and electrocution risks.
Chick-fil-A is recalling Planet Discovery toys because the suction cup can detach, posing a choking risk to young children.
Supreme Toys is recalling PLAYGO toy vehicles because small parts may break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The National Shooting Sports Foundation is recalling Project HomeSafe gun locks because they may open without a key, allowing unauthorized access to firearms.
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling wooden dog pull toys because wooden pegs can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Alene Candles is recalling approximately 38,000 Snow Friends Christmas Candles because they can burn with a high flame, presenting a fire hazard.
Carrier is recalling about 460 duct-free high wall split air conditioners sold in Puerto Rico because condensation can cause short circuits and fires.
Kolcraft is recalling Tot Rider walkers because the music center cover can break off, creating a choking hazard for young children.
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