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October 2002 recalls

29 recalls were announced in October 2002.

What the numbers show

Severe
6
High
23

Of the 29 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 21% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

1–29 of 29

  • HighCPSC·03028·2002-10-31

    Carlisle Recalls Snake Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

    The Carlisle Co. is recalling about 5,000 Snake Lights sold at Chuck E. Cheese's because the circuit board can overheat and melt the plastic housing, posing a fire or thermal burn risk.

    Product
    Snake Lights
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03026·2002-10-29

    Jason AirMasseur and Air Whirlpool Baths Recalled for Fire Hazard

    Jason International is recalling about 800 AirMasseur and Air Whirlpool Baths because a heating element can fail to shut off, posing a fire hazard.

    Product
    Jason AirMasseur™ and Air Whirlpool Baths
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·03024·2002-10-24

    Cannondale Recalls Gemini Bicycles Due to Frame Manufacturing Defect

    Cannondale is recalling approximately 800 Gemini bicycles because improperly manufactured frames may break during use, posing a risk of falls and serious injury.

    Product
    Gemini Bicycles
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·03023·2002-10-22

    Brother Recalls Laser Printers Due to Overheating and Fire Hazard

    Brother International is recalling approximately 100,000 laser printers because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the units and seek free repairs.

    Product
    Laser Printers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03017·2002-10-17

    Swingline Recalls Rechargeable Staplers Due to Face Injury Risk

    Swingline is recalling about 11,100 rechargeable staplers because the spring-loaded magazine may strike a consumer's face if released improperly.

    Product
    Rechargeable Staplers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03020·2002-10-17

    IKEA Recalls Stuffed Teddy Bears Due to Aspiration Hazard

    IKEA is recalling about 7,000 stuffed teddy bears because plastic beads inside could come out of the seams, posing an aspiration hazard to young children.

    Product
    Stuffed Teddy Bears
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03019·2002-10-17

    W.C. Wood Recalls Dehumidifiers Due to Electric Shock Risk

    W.C. Wood Company is recalling approximately 2,500 dehumidifiers because internal wiring can abrade, posing an electric shock risk. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    Dehumidifier
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03014·2002-10-16

    Target Recalls Decorative Jack-O-Lanterns Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

    Target is recalling approximately 26,000 decorative ceramic Jack-O-Lanterns because the straw ribbon on the stem can ignite if a candle is placed inside, posing fire and burn risks.

    Product
    Decorative Jack-O-Lanterns
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03503·2002-10-11

    BSH Recalls 45-Inch Thermador Electric Cook Tops Due to Shock Hazard

    BSH Home Appliances is recalling about 330 Thermador 45-inch electric cook tops because miswired controls pose a shock hazard. Consumers should stop using them and contact BSH for a free repair.

    Product
    45-Inch Electric Cook Tops
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03013·2002-10-10

    BRIO Recalls Caterpillar Pull Toy Due to Choking Hazard

    BRIO is recalling about 1,000 Caterpillar Pull Toys because the antenna can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.

    Product
    Caterpillar Pull Toy
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03011·2002-10-10

    Dollar Tree Recalls Stuffed Pool Animals Due to Choking Hazard

    Dollar Tree is recalling about 310,000 stuffed pool animals because seams can separate, exposing foam beads that pose a choking hazard to young children.

    Product
    Stuffed Pool Animal
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03012·2002-10-10

    CPSC Recalls Honey Model Baby Walkers Due to Fall Hazard

    Oriental International Trading Company is recalling about 3,500 Honey model baby walkers because they can fit through doorways and do not stop at steps, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

    Product
    Baby Walkers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03010·2002-10-10

    Dollar Tree Recalls Toy Sponges Due to Choking Hazard

    Dollar Tree is recalling 280,000 toy sponge animals because their eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

    Product
    Toy Sponges
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03009·2002-10-09

    Bikepro Baby Walkers Recalled Due to Fall Hazard

    Bikepro, Inc. is recalling about 50,000 baby walkers because they can fit through doorways and do not stop at step edges, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

    Product
    Baby Walker
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·03007·2002-10-08

    Viking Designer 1 Sewing Machines Recalled for Fire Hazard

    Viking Sewing Machines Inc. is recalling about 11,800 Designer 1 sewing machines because solder connections in the power supply can overheat and cause fires.

    Product
    Viking "Designer 1" Sewing Machines
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03002·2002-10-02

    Performance Inc. Recalls Bicycle Handlebar Extensions Due to Cracking Risk

    Performance Inc. is recalling about 900 sets of Forte Pro Stix Bar Ends because they can crack and come loose, potentially causing riders to lose control.

    Product
    Performance Forte Pro Stix Bar Ends (Bicycle Handlebar Extensions)
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03001·2002-10-01

    Pier 1 Imports Recalls Glass Candleholders Due to Shattering Risk

    Pier 1 Imports is recalling about 9,200 glass candleholders that may shatter unexpectedly. No injuries have been reported, but consumers should discard the product.

    Product
    Glass Candleholder
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·03501·2002-10-01

    Manco Recalls 2002 Agritrax and Talon ATVs Due to Fire and Control Risks

    Manco Products is recalling approximately 950 2002 model year ATVs because fuel leaks could cause fires and a suspension flaw could cause loss of control.

    Product
    Four-wheel drive All Terrain Vehicles (2002 Model Year)
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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