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15 recalls were announced in January 2002.
Of the 15 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 13% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Whirlpool is recalling approximately 1.4 million dehumidifiers sold between 1997 and 2001 because they can overheat and cause fires.
Micro-Mark is recalling Rekrow Butane Micro Torch Lighters because they lack required child-resistant mechanisms, posing fire and burn risks to young children.
Vector Manufacturing is recalling 1,600 power inverters because their GFCI outlets may fail to protect against shock or electrocution.
Custom Buoyancy Inc. is recalling 7,700 scuba diving overpressure valves that can stick open, posing a drowning hazard to divers.
Lands' End is recalling about 15,000 Polartec Heat electric blankets because loose connections may cause short-circuits and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Value City and Schottenstein stores are recalling 2,300 Children's Gel Candle Kits because the plastic holders can melt and start fires.
Value City and Schottenstein stores are recalling 6,400 dried flower candles because the flowers can catch fire when burned. No injuries were reported.
MCM International is recalling about 50,000 Black Cat electric pressure washers sold at Target and Menard's because some units have counterfeit GFCI plugs that may fail to prevent electrocution.
Black & Decker is recalling 1,300 cordless electric lawn mowers because missing clips may cause the blade to keep running when it should stop.
Easy Gardener is recalling Ross Root Feeders because the mixing chamber caps can detach and strike users, causing injuries.
Intermatic is recalling 156,000 electroluminescent night lights because they can short-circuit, posing shock and burn hazards. No injuries have been reported.
Eddie Bauer is recalling 4,000 stainless steel lunch bottles because a weak seal allows hot liquids to leak, posing a burn risk. No injuries have been reported.
Reed & Barton is recalling Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings because solder flux may irritate skin or mouths. No injuries have been reported.
Deere & Company is recalling about 8,000 John Deere LT series lawn tractors because the fuel tank can crack and leak, posing a fire and burn risk.
Kent International is recalling 28,000 Midget Racer mini-bicycles because the front fork assembly can loosen or break, causing loss of control.
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