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28 recalls were announced in November 2005.
Of the 28 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 11% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Stravina Operating Co. is recalling about 6 million children's metal necklaces and zipper pulls because they contain high levels of accessible lead, posing a risk of lead poisoning.
Yamaha is recalling about 1,100 S90 ES Synthesizers because they may emit loud white noise that could damage hearing. No injuries have been reported.
Porter-Cable is recalling approximately 196,000 circular saws because the lower guard may stick open, posing a risk of severe lacerations.
Starbucks is recalling about 257 ceramic teapots because the handles can overheat in microwaves, posing a burn risk.
Sanus Systems is recalling VisionMount VMSA swing-arm TV wall mounts because an undersized shaft can cause the unit to fall, posing an injury risk.
Louisville Ladder Inc. is recalling about 3,000 industrial ladders because rungs could break near the side rail, posing a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Haier is recalling about 150,000 oscillating electric tower fans because internal electrical arcing can cause fires. Consumers should stop using the fans and contact Haier for a coupon.
Delta Enterprise Corp. is recalling Lov's Europa cribs sold at Toys R Us because the paint contains high levels of lead.
International Playthings Inc. is recalling Flexitoys Monster-Size Vehicles because small parts can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
CPSC recalls Viking Chubbies toy cars because figure heads can detach, posing a choking risk to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Wal-Mart is recalling approximately 7,200 Kid Connection 10-in-1 Activity Trunks because small parts pose a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
CPSC is recalling Vapor-Eze waterless vaporizers and aromatherapy diffusers due to a defective internal heater that poses fire, burn, and shock hazards.
American Public Co. is recalling boys' hooded sweatshirts sold by J.C. Penney due to a strangulation hazard from drawstrings. No injuries have been reported.
Cooper Hand Tools is recalling Weller heating elements used in soldering irons because the housing can leak hot metal, posing a burn risk.
Southern Living At Home is recalling glass votive candle holders included with Old Taylor Estate Candeliers because they can break unexpectedly during use.
Sycamore Kids Inc. is expanding a recall of Mountain Buggy strollers because the handlebar can crack or break, posing an injury risk to children.
Suzuki is recalling 2005 King Quad ATVs because an improper assembly procedure could cause the tie rod to separate, leading to loss of control.
World Kitchen is recalling about 472,000 immersion heaters because moisture in the heating element could cause corrosion and a shock hazard. No injuries have been reported.
American Greetings is recalling DesignWare 4 Fairy Wands because they can break and expose sharp wires, posing a laceration risk to children.
Watts Water Technologies is recalling 4,500 gas ball shut-off valves because they may leak gas, posing a risk of fire or explosion. No injuries have been reported.
Makita is recalling about 1,500 7-inch angle grinders because the guards may not fully cover hubbed grinding wheels, posing a risk of serious injury if the wheel breaks.
Thane International is recalling about 35,000 Perfect Air Ultra air purifiers because an overheating capacitor can cause arcing and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Pottery Barn Outlet is recalling Spooky Tree Tea-Light Holders because they can allow tea lights to flare up, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Kawasaki is recalling about 1,500 hedge trimmers because engine mount springs may separate, causing the engine and blades to swing free and potentially injure users.
Target is recalling Home Brand Tea Light Candles because they can burn with high flames and melt plastic holders, posing fire and burn risks.
Nikon is recalling EN-EL3 rechargeable battery packs sold with digital SLR cameras because they can short circuit, overheat, and melt, posing a burn hazard.
Yamaha is recalling about 70,000 ATVs because steering tie-rod boots may fail, causing loss of steering control. Owners should stop using the vehicles and contact a dealer for a free repair.
Target is recalling about 17,000 pillar candles with jewels because the paint coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
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