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17 recalls were announced in March 2003.
Of the 17 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 12% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Maytag is recalling about 23,000 Gemini Gas Ranges because a delayed ignition flashback fire in the upper oven poses a fire and burn hazard.
OWT Industries and Sears are recalling about 5,200 Craftsman electric routers because the on-off switch could stick, posing a risk of serious lacerations.
Hitachi is recalling about 14,300 circular saws because the lower blade guards can stick open, exposing the blade and posing a laceration hazard.
The Toro Company is recalling 2001 Snow Commander snowthrowers because the plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a fire and injury risk.
Raymond Oak Inc. is recalling about 200 wooden toy chests because lid support hinges can fail, posing a risk of injury to children.
S. Rothschild & Co. is recalling approximately 37,000 girls' hooded winter jackets because rubber petals and metal snaps can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Comarco is recalling Targus power adapter plugs that can break open and expose live wires, posing an electrocution risk.
MOSA Sports is recalling about 1,250 Five 40 brand bicycle helmets because they fail required impact testing. Consumers should stop using them immediately and return them for a refund or replacement.
Lands' End is recalling approximately 6,000 children's parkas because zipper parts may detach and pose a choking risk. No injuries have been reported.
Trudeau is recalling 17-piece fondue sets because the plastic handles can melt or crack during heating, posing burn and fire risks.
Kawasaki is recalling about 45 FD750D engines used in Ventrac tractors due to a fuel leak that can cause fire and burn injuries.
Fire-Lite Alarms is recalling about 2,600 power supplies for building alarm systems due to solder defects that may prevent alarms from functioning.
Blue Star Candles is recalling 6-ounce Christmas candles because incorrect wick sizes can cause irregular burning, posing a fire or burn risk.
Atico International USA Inc. is recalling about 37,000 Kitchen Gourmet Hot Pots because the bottom can separate from the top, posing a serious burn hazard.
Makita is recalling about 350,000 electric orbit sanders because the pads can break apart and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard.
IBM is recalling approximately 56,000 G51 and G51t CRT computer monitors because the circuit board can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.
Murray Inc. is recalling about 270,000 riding lawn tractors because the fuel tanks can crack and leak, posing a fire and burn hazard.
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