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23 recalls were announced in September 2003.
Of the 23 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 4% are Critical, 13% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Segway LLC is recalling approximately 6,000 i Series Human Transporters to upgrade software that may cause power loss and rider falls.
Lang Candles Ltd. is recalling 9,000 Melting Pot Gift Sets because the ceramic pots can produce excessive flames or ignite, posing fire and burn risks.
Galls is recalling Fuji Power and A&T Fuji Power CR123A lithium batteries sold with H.A.L.O. Tactical Flashlights because they may overheat or explode.
Grand Hall Enterprise is recalling 50,000 Member's Mark gas grills sold at Sam's Club because a sharp edge on the control panel can cause hand lacerations.
Home Line Industries is recalling 3,600 bunk beds because large openings between guardrails could trap a child's body, posing a strangulation risk.
Marshall Gas Controls is recalling Model 451 and 452 LP-gas regulators used in specific Char-Broil, Kenmore, and Thermos grills because an undersized seat disc could leak flammable propane gas.
The Wenzel Co. is recalling Eddie Bauer propane lanterns sold at Target because they may produce high levels of carbon monoxide indoors.
Blason International Trading Corp. is recalling 700 hand-held hair dryers that lack an immersion protection device, posing a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water.
Sony is recalling about 5,600 VAIO notebook computers because users could receive a mild electric shock when connected to a phone line.
Vaxcel International is recalling 1,200 Aire Tek ceiling fans because about 80 units have exposed wiring that poses an electrical shock risk.
Graco is recalling about 538,000 Pack 'n Play portable play yards with raised changing tables due to a strangulation hazard. Consumers should contact Graco for a free warning label.
Apothecary Products Inc. is recalling Comforts pacifiers because they fail safety tests and can break apart, posing a choking risk to infants.
CCDA Waters LLC is recalling 3.2 million bottles of water with push-pull sports caps because the spout can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Simon & Schuster is recalling 26,000 Dora the Explorer board books because a plastic balloon attachment can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
L.M. Becker and Co. Inc. is recalling 1.4 million toy necklaces because the metal pendants contain high levels of lead, posing a poisoning risk to young children.
Swimways Corp. is recalling Sandy Claws Swim Trainers because the body strap can detach, posing a drowning risk to young children.
OnQ Technologies is recalling 3,000 telephone line-sharing devices because a connected security system may fail to notify emergency personnel during a hazard.
Weber-Stephen Products is recalling Summit and Vieluxe gas grills because the glass thermometer covers can break, posing an injury risk to users.
DesignPac Inc. is recalling 500 Easter oil lamps sold at Target stores nationwide because they can tip over easily, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
SunTech Enterprises is recalling Sun Kids and Happy Baby walkers because they can fit through doorways and fall down stairs, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Essex PB&R is recalling Plus 10 Fire Escape Hoods because they do not protect against chemical warfare agents as previously claimed. No injuries have been reported.
Life Fitness is recalling 2,800 treadmills because they may unexpectedly accelerate, posing a fall risk to users.
GE Interlogix is recalling 14,000 ESL smoke detectors because they may fail to detect fire or smoke, posing a serious hazard to occupants.
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