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27 recalls were announced in May 2002.
Of the 27 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 11% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
D.A.M. Clothing Inc. is recalling about 9,200 Basic Editions 2-Piece Girls' Short Sets because loose buttons pose a choking hazard to young children.
Southern Wood Products is recalling about 600 children's toy boxes because the middle lid support hinge can collapse, posing injury risks to children.
Lands' End is recalling about 600 Soft Farm Sets because the legs of the chicken and duck figures may detach, posing a choking risk.
The Sportsman's Guide is recalling Big Red Wagons because the plastic wheel rims may break and explode under pressure, posing a risk of injury to nearby individuals.
CPSC warns about Red Devil gas grills that can cause severe burns and fires due to a design flaw allowing ignition at the air intake tube.
Spin Master Toys is recalling Firestormer and Skyblazer toy planes because the plastic air intake chamber can burst, throwing pieces that pose a laceration and bruise hazard.
Rose Art is recalling about 188,000 cotton candy machines because the motors can jam and overheat, posing a fire and burn risk.
Aqua-Leisure is recalling SunSmart baby floats because the seat leg holes can tear, causing children to fall into water. Consumers should stop using the floats and contact the company for a replacement.
Kolcraft is recalling toy steering wheels sold on Jeep Cherokee strollers because they can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Dorel Juvenile Group is recalling about 26,000 Safety 1st and Beatrix Potter "Designer 22" infant car seats/carriers because the plastic handle can release, posing a fall hazard.
QVC is recalling Red Devil gas grills because lighting them at the air intake tube can cause severe burns and fire.
E-filliate Inc. is recalling Ziotek extension cords sold by Cyberguys because reversed polarity creates electric shock and electrocution risks.
Philips Electronics is recalling about 93,000 speaker power adapters sold with HP computers because the power cord connector is not grounded, posing a potential shock hazard.
Fitness Quest Inc. is recalling Total Gym 1000 and Pro exercise machines because handles can detach and cables can break, causing injuries.
Seismic Safety Products is recalling approximately 600 Northridge 2000 Earthquake Valves because they may stick open, posing a fire and explosion risk during earthquakes.
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corp. is recalling about 18,000 Power Plus automotive chargers because they can overheat under low voltage conditions, posing a fire hazard.
Rocky Mountain Bicycles is recalling about 660 Slayer and Edge mountain bicycles because the chainstay can fail, causing the rear wheel to separate and potentially leading to a crash.
Ryobi is recalling about 6,000 HD501 hammer drills because the trigger or lock-on button can jam, posing a risk of physical injury. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a full refund.
Astra International is recalling glove compartment organizers because the flashlight can overheat and cause burns. Consumers should contact Consumers Union for a refund or replacement.
Baseline Design is recalling about 30,000 bean bag chairs sold at Walmart because unsealed zippers expose small beads, posing suffocation risks to young children.
Eugenio Serafin Inc. is recalling electric showerhead hot water heaters sold in Puerto Rico due to an electrocution hazard. Consumers should stop using the units and return them for a refund.
Club Car is recalling about 7,300 DS golf cars and utility vehicles because the fuel tank may leak, posing a potential fire hazard.
Sears is recalling about 900 Craftsman riding lawn mowers because the transmission may fail, causing loss of drive and brake ability.
Total Gym Fitness LLC is recalling about 3,100 Total Gym XL exercisers because a lever pin could fail, causing users to fall. No injuries have been reported.
Best Lock Corp. is recalling about 8,000 electronic door locks because exposed wires and mounting holes could pose a fire hazard in extreme fire situations.
ECR International is recalling about 8,000 gas-fired boilers because improper combustion could produce excess carbon monoxide, posing a poisoning risk.
Prestige Toy Corp. is recalling about 4,600 Duckie Ring rattle/teethers because the plastic tube may break, causing small beads to fall out and pose a choking hazard to young children.
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