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16 recalls were announced in January 2004.
Of the 16 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 25% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hasbro is recalling NERF Big Play Footballs because the hard plastic interior frame can cause facial cuts. Nine facial injuries have been reported.
CPSC recalls Bowflex Power Pro systems because the backboard bench can collapse and the Lat Tower can fall, causing injuries.
Sta-Rite Industries is recalling 8,500 System 2 and AquaTools pool filters because the locking ring can disengage, allowing the top shell to blow off and cause injury.
BBK Enterprises is recalling 630 BBK 10010 Tree Climbers because the steel back brace can weaken and fail, posing a serious injury hazard.
SCG Miyairi is recalling 21,000 liquid propane overfill protection devices installed on 20-pound gas cylinders due to a risk of gas leaks and fire.
Curiosity Kits Inc. is recalling Discovery Kids Pottery Wheel Kits sold in October 2003 because the clay may contain excess bacteria, posing a risk of illness.
Kyocera Wireless is recalling 140,000 Model 7135 smartphone batteries that can short-circuit and cause burns. Consumers should stop using the batteries and contact Kyocera for a free replacement.
Browning is recalling CR123A lithium batteries sold with Black Ice flashlights because they can short out and cause the flashlight canister to rupture.
Sassi America Inc. is recalling acrylic nail primer because it lacks required child-resistant packaging. A toddler sustained severe chemical burns after swallowing the liquid.
K'NEX is recalling about 14,000 Mud Boggers and Street Shredders Pump Up Racers because the air motor can burst, posing a risk of eye or laceration injuries.
Kearney-National is recalling 118 Internal Halyard Flagpoles because a defective sleeve can cause a seven-pound counterweight to fall, posing a risk of injury to people nearby.
Kindermusik International is recalling Lily Pad Clacker instruments because the green coating contains high levels of lead, posing a poisoning risk to young children.
Graco is recalling Bumble Bee toys with blue antennae because the parts can break off and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Susan Bristol Inc. is recalling 1,100 Christmas sweaters with marabou feather trim because the feathers are dangerously flammable. No injuries have been reported.
Lang Candles is recalling 92,000 thematic candles because resin in the holders can ignite, posing fire and burn risks. No injuries have been reported, but property damage has occurred.
Ol' Man Treestands is recalling specific hunting tree stands because a serrated blade can bend, posing a risk of falls and serious injuries to hunters.
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