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13 recalls were announced in August 2001.
Of the 13 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 23% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Discovery Channel Store is recalling 16,000 glass and metal oil-burning lamps because the glass can shatter when lit, posing fire and laceration hazards.
Wenzel is recalling about 290,000 propane camping lanterns because an insufficient connection can allow gas to escape and ignite, posing a fire and injury risk.
SoloRider Industries is recalling about 200 AteeA Model 32 golf carts because static electricity can corrupt software, causing the cart to move without assistance.
Snapper is recalling 20,000 walk-behind rotary lawn mowers because the blade may separate from the housing, posing an injury risk to operators or bystanders.
LTD Commodities Inc. is recalling approximately 5,300 glass oil lamps sold nationwide in 2001 because the top glass could shatter if wicks are not properly secured.
World Industries is recalling 10,000 skateboard helmets because they failed required impact testing. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a full refund.
STK International is recalling four children's toys because they can break and release small balls, posing a choking hazard to young children.
XL Machine Ltd. is recalling Little Tree dollhouse bathroom sets sold at Target because yellow paint contains lead, posing a poisoning risk to children.
REI is recalling about 1,600 Kids Super Caps because a plastic pull on the adjustment cord could detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Kids R Us and Babies R Us are recalling about 7,000 children's cargo pants because pocket toggles can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Cannondale is recalling approximately 630 FX 400 and Cannibal ATVs because ball joints and tie-rod assemblies can break, causing loss of control.
BikeE is recalling 1,400 FX and RX recumbent bicycles because suspension fork link pins can fall out, causing loss of control. Two minor injuries have been reported.
Kolcraft is recalling about 115,000 LiteSport strollers because lock mechanisms can break, causing the stroller to collapse and potentially injure children.
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