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29 recalls were announced in October 2002.
Of the 29 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 21% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
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.
Kohl's is recalling about 8,000 Halloween candleholders because the acrylic material can ignite, posing fire and burn risks.
API Outdoors is recalling about 9,000 hunting treestands because a securing cable can break, posing a risk of falls and serious injuries.
Jason International is recalling about 800 AirMasseur and Air Whirlpool Baths because a heating element can fail to shut off, posing a fire hazard.
Suzuki is recalling approximately 300 Eiger ATVs because a wire harness defect could cause the engine to stop running, potentially stranding the rider.
Cannondale is recalling approximately 800 Gemini bicycles because improperly manufactured frames may break during use, posing a risk of falls and serious injury.
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.
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.
Swingline is recalling about 11,100 rechargeable staplers because the spring-loaded magazine may strike a consumer's face if released improperly.
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.
Lida Bicycle Co. is recalling approximately 2,400 men's bicycles because the frames can break, causing riders to fall and suffer injuries.
Fanimation is recalling about 60,000 ceiling fans because the hanger bracket can break, causing the fan to fall. No injuries have been reported.
Pottery Barn is recalling Halloween Tree Tea-Light Candleholders because candles may flare up, posing a fire and burn risk. About 11,500 units were sold nationwide.
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.
Snapper, Inc. is recalling about 3,000 riding lawn mowers because the side discharge chute is defective and may allow projectiles to fly out, posing an injury risk.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Dollar Tree is recalling 280,000 toy sponge animals because their eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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.
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.
CPSC and Value City are recalling Red Devil gas grills because the design allows gas to ignite in the air intake tube, causing burns.
CPSC and Thrifty Paper Co. are recalling about 26,000 Top Choice electric fans sold in the New York area due to risks of electrocution, fire, and finger entrapment.
Invensys is recalling Siebe actuators used in fire and smoke dampers because they can jam and prevent dampers from closing during a fire.
Invensys is recalling Siebe actuators used in building fire and smoke dampers because they can jam and prevent dampers from closing during a fire.
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.
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.
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.
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