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17 recalls were announced in February 2002.
Of the 17 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 29% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
BikeE Corp. is recalling approximately 13,500 recumbent bicycles because the seats can crack and break, causing the seat to detach from the frame and injure the rider.
Dansk International Designs Ltd. is recalling about 190,000 aluminum ice cream scoops because the metal cap on the handle can fly off, posing a risk of impact injury.
Roto Zip Tool Corporation is recalling approximately 1.9 million handheld saws because the handles can separate from the body, posing a cut hazard to operators.
Ingersoll-Rand is recalling about 458,000 portable air compressors sold between 1983 and 1991 because internal corrosion can cause the tank to rupture, posing a risk of injury.
CPSC and HSN are recalling Red Devil Gas Grills because lighting them at the air intake tube can cause the grill to collapse, leading to burns and fires.
Calphalon is recalling about 13,000 stainless steel kettles because the cover traps steam, causing hot water to escape through the spout and posing a burn risk.
Graco is recalling about 8,900 Snack and Activity Trays because improperly attached suction cups can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Cutco is recalling about 28,000 Space Saver Knife Block Sets because the longest knife can protrude through the bottom, posing a laceration risk.
Unilever is recalling about 4 million plush Snuggle bears because their eyes and noses can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Random House is recalling Monsters In The Closet board books because a snap could detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Alpha International is recalling about 75,000 metal pedal cars because the paint coating contains high lead levels, posing a lead poisoning hazard to young children.
Disney Press is recalling Zowie's 123 children's books because plastic beads on the cover can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
OshKosh B'Gosh is recalling newborn girls' garments because heat-sealed flowers can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Harry and David is recalling about 280 outdoor lanterns because the hanger may detach from heat, posing a fire risk. Consumers should stop using them and contact the company for a refund.
Honeywell is recalling about 450,000 moveable baseboard heaters because the heating element can short-circuit and ignite material underneath. No injuries have been reported, but two fires damaged floors.
Applica is recalling about 2.1 million Black & Decker VersaToast toasters because the heating element can continue operating after use, posing a fire hazard.
BSH Home Appliances is recalling specific Thermador gas ranges because hot air vents below the small oven, causing the door surface to overheat and posing a burn risk.
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