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36 recalls were announced in November 2004.
Of the 36 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 25% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Classic Sport Companies is recalling specific table soccer games because the lighting may spark and cause a fire. Two fires were reported, with no injuries.
Procter & Gamble is recalling about 175,000 Swiffer Sweep+Vac battery-operated vacuum cleaners because the rotor can lock up and cause the unit to overheat, posing a smoke and fire hazard.
Meijer is recalling about 175,000 children's snow suits and jackets because decorative compasses and corded zipper pulls can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Deere & Company is recalling 4,400 John Deere GX85 and SX85 riding mowers because fuel tanks may crack and leak, posing a fire or burn hazard.
Hanna Andersson is recalling about 1,900 children's corduroy overalls because the buttons can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Fitness Quest Inc. is recalling Ab Lounge exercise machines because users can catch fingers in hinges, causing lacerations or amputations.
Lakewood is recalling MPH-25 mini electric heaters because electrical failures can cause overheating and melting plastic parts, posing a fire risk.
Midwest Electric Products and GE are recalling specific meter load centers because loose internal bolts could cause overheating or fire. No injuries have been reported.
Kubota is recalling about 16,000 RTV900 utility vehicles because the front hood can come off during operation, posing a risk of serious injury to occupants.
Byer of Maine is recalling approximately 7,800 TriLite Stools because the legs can bend and the stools may collapse on smooth hard floors. No injuries have been reported.
Emerson Motor Co. is recalling approximately 5,877 3.7-inch stators used in pumps due to a risk of overheating, fire, and electric shock.
Chicago Imports Inc. is recalling 55,600 electric pictures sold nationwide from 2001 to 2004. The products pose fire and electric shock hazards due to inadequate construction and flammable materials.
J.C. Penney is recalling Okie Dokie Alligator Football Pajama Sets because heat-sealed patches can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Maytag is recalling about 1,170 Jenn-Air downdraft gas cooktops because electrical arcing can cause gas leaks and fires. Consumers should stop using specific burners until repaired.
Ocean Management Systems is recalling about 140 Rotating Cross Bar SCUBA Manifolds because undersized o-rings can cause a loss of breathing air, presenting a risk of drowning.
Country Home Products is recalling 25,000 Neuton cordless electric lawnmowers because a defective switch may allow the blade to continue spinning after the handle is released.
The Nautilus Group recalled Bowflex Power Pro and Ultimate fitness machines because seat pins or brackets can break, causing sudden movement and fall risks.
York International is recalling about 226,000 gas furnaces sold between 1995 and 2000 because they can overheat and cause fires.
RMM Corporation is recalling BLACK CAT electric pressure washers because the motor can overheat, melt the housing, and ignite nearby materials. No injuries have been reported.
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. is recalling about 6,400 Type 1 Abrasive Cut-Off Wheels because incorrect speed rating labels could cause the wheels to burst during use.
CFM Corporation is recalling about 12,500 Vermont Castings five-burner grills sold in 2004 because burner tubes may disconnect, causing gas leaks and fire hazards.
Stack-On Products is recalling 1,320 Strong Box Safes because the door can be opened without the combination, allowing unauthorized access to firearms.
Black Diamond Equipment is recalling Soliras headlamp lithium-ion batteries because they may overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Aloha Housewares Inc. is recalling about 30,000 electric radiant heaters because a recessed thermal protector may cause a fire hazard if the heater is covered.
Bilt-Safe Technologies is recalling 60,000 electric blankets that can overheat and cause burns. Consumers should stop using them immediately and destroy the units.
Deere & Company is recalling 14,746 Gator HPX utility vehicles because a brake system defect can reduce braking effectiveness. No injuries have been reported.
General Binding Corp. is recalling HeatSeal Pouch Laminators because improper wiring could cause overheating and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Answer Products is recalling Manitou bicycle suspension forks because the top of the fork may contact the front tire, causing a loss of control and fall hazard.
Cannondale is recalling specific Crossroads and Perimeter handlebar bags that can fall off while riding, causing crashes. One serious injury has been reported.
Petit Bateau is recalling about 2,700 children's bathrobes because they fail to meet flammability standards, posing a burn risk.
Valvoline is recalling 2.8 million cans of Pyroil and NAPA brake cleaners because defective spray valves may stick and release flammable contents.
Cordelia Lighting is recalling Hampton Bay halogen light fixtures sold at Expo Design Centers because decorative metal rings can detach and cause minor burns.
Schneider Electric is recalling about 700,000 Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs) because an electronic component failure may prevent them from detecting electrical arcs, posing a fire risk.
Adidas is recalling Superstar Ultra and Pro Team basketball shoes because the heel sole can separate, causing injuries.
Quality Bicycle Products is recalling Salsa Campeon bicycle forks because the steering tube can crack or break, causing a loss of steering control and fall hazard.
Robertshaw Controls is recalling TS-11 gas valves used in commercial cooking equipment because they may stick open if the pilot light goes out, posing a fire and explosion risk.
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