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21 recalls were announced in August 2004.
Of the 21 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 14% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Aviva Sports is recalling Astroslide inflatable water slides because an excessive length of rope on the safety mat poses a drowning risk. Consumers should stop using the slides and request a free repair kit.
BMW is recalling 161 SlideCarver scooters because the front column may break upon impact, causing riders to fall and suffer injuries.
Whirlpool is recalling 24,500 freestanding ranges, double ovens, and oven-microwave combinations due to faulty wiring that poses a shock hazard.
General Electric is recalling 28,300 electric ranges and wall ovens sold in 2004 because faulty wiring can melt and cause short circuits, posing a shock hazard.
PTI Sports Inc. is recalling about 9,000 Schwinn toddler bicycle helmets because they do not comply with impact testing requirements. No injuries have been reported.
Apple is recalling approximately 28,000 rechargeable batteries for 15-inch PowerBook G4 computers because internal shorts can cause overheating and fire.
Meco Corp. is recalling red folding chairs from children's furniture sets because the paint contains excessive lead levels, posing a poisoning hazard to young children.
American Signature is recalling Windsor dinette chairs because the stretch bar can detach, causing users to fall. Two collapse reports were received, including one injury.
CPSC recalls Kitchen Krumblers Apple Cinnamon Candles because dried ingredients can ignite, break the glass, and start fires. No injuries have been reported.
Nike is recalling about 9,000 Get-Go and Little Get-Go children's shoes because heel tabs can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Belkin Corp. is recalling about 1,200 OmniGuard Rackmount UPS units because incorrect wiring creates a potential electrical shock hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Vaxcel is recalling 1,200 ceiling fans with light sold at Menards due to missing wire insulation that could cause electrical shock.
OTT-LITE Technology is recalling 226 '10,000 Lux Light Box' units sold by Natural Options due to overheating risks that can cause smoke, melted plastic, and potential fire or burn injuries.
PJ Sleep Shop is recalling 337 wooden bunk beds sold in Oregon and Washington due to gaps that pose entrapment or strangulation risks to children.
HearthSong is recalling about 22,500 Peek-a-Boo Ball toys because wooden rings may crack, allowing small heads to fall out and pose a choking hazard to young children.
TOMY is recalling 7,845 Pokémon plush dolls, beanbags, and key chains because sewing needles were found in the stuffing, posing a puncture hazard.
Determined Productions is recalling 90,000 plush frog stuffed animals sold at Kohl's because seams can tear, exposing plastic pellets that pose a choking hazard to young children.
The Holmes Group is recalling 1.8 million Rival Crock-Pot slow cookers because the base handles can break, causing hot contents to spill and burn consumers.
Select Brands is recalling Corningware 4-Quart Slow Cookers because the heating element can melt the plastic shell, posing fire and burn risks.
Osram Sylvania is recalling 5.6 million 60-watt B10 décor light bulbs because the glass can separate from the base and break, posing risks of cuts, burns, and electric shock.
Vornado is recalling 1 million portable electric heaters because a faulty electrical connection can cause overheating and fire. Consumers should stop using them immediately.
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