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15 recalls were announced in June 2002.
Of the 15 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 7% are Critical, 20% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
In-Sink-Erator is recalling about 252,200 instant hot water dispensers because water leaks can cause electrical arcing and fire. Consumers should unplug units and check serial numbers.
Hammacher Schlemmer is recalling approximately 3,000 Butler Slim Torch lighters because they were not tested for child-resistance, posing a fire risk to children.
Candle-lite is recalling about 80,000 Martha Stewart Everyday ceramic potpourri simmering pots sold at Kmart because flames can flare out of ventilation holes, posing a burn risk.
Mountain Safety Research is recalling about 9,700 cans of MSR White Premium Blend Stove Fuel because corrosion can cause leaks, posing a fire or injury hazard.
CPSC recalls Next Ultra Shock bicycles with Ballistic 105 forks that can break, causing loss of control and injury.
UL United Inc. is recalling 'The Motion Picture' series electrical paintings because they can short circuit, posing a shock or fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Radio Flyer is recalling Little Wooden Push Cars because the horn can be pulled off, creating a choking hazard for young children.
Brinkmann is recalling outdoor tabletop propane heaters that can emit high levels of carbon monoxide, posing a poisoning risk. One death was reported.
Graco is recalling about 152,000 children's activity centers with toy tracks that can break, posing cut, pinch, and choking hazards to young children.
Specialty Sales Co. Inc. is recalling about 6,000 novelty cigarette lighters sold in northern California because they lack required child-resistant mechanisms, posing fire and burn hazards.
Little Tikes is recalling about 21,400 Pop 'n Scoot ride-on toys because children can fall forward over the handlebars, causing facial injuries.
Brookdale International Systems is recalling EVAC-U8 smoke hoods because they are not designed to protect against tear gas or chemical warfare agents.
Island Soap & Candle Works is recalling about 29,000 coconut shell candles because wicks can fall off and re-ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Megatech is recalling about 3,000 NiMh battery packs for radio-controlled airplanes because internal connections may slip, causing arcing, overheating, and fire or burn hazards.
Luxo Corp. is recalling about 18,300 portable fluorescent lamps because the ballast can overheat and short-circuit, posing a skin burn hazard. No injuries have been reported.
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