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32 recalls were announced in March 2005.
Of the 32 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 16% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Mr. Heater is recalling about 55,000 Big Buddy and Tough Buddy propane heaters because the valve can leak, posing a fire hazard if an ignition source is present.
TechnoBrands Inc. is recalling about 2,000 self-extinguishing rope candles because the clamp may fail to stop the flame, allowing the entire candle to ignite.
Bombardier is recalling 2,127 DS650 ATVs because insufficient grease on rear axle bearings may cause breakage and loss of control. No injuries have been reported.
Nature's Finest is recalling approximately 727,000 gel candles because the gel can catch fire, creating high flames that may cause burns or ignite nearby combustibles.
MGA Entertainment is recalling about 297,000 Bratz Stylin' Scooters because the wheels can break, causing users to fall and suffer injuries.
Arctic Cat is recalling 16,200 2005 FIS and TBX ATVs because a fuel tank defect could cause a leak, creating a fire hazard.
Whirlpool is recalling about 40,000 KitchenAid ProLine toasters because power interruptions can cause heating elements to self-start and ignite items on top.
Reebok and Adjmi are recalling about 8,000 children's jacket and pant sets because zipper sliders can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Thomson Inc. is recalling about 47,000 portable DVD player batteries that can overheat and explode, posing fire and burn risks.
Graco is recalling 1.2 million toddler beds because children's limbs can become trapped in the guard rails, causing injuries.
Hellenic Rug Imports is recalling about 1,600 white flokati rugs that fail to meet federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injuries.
Suzuki is recalling approximately 30,000 ATVs because water can freeze in the throttle case, causing the lever to stick and preventing the vehicle from slowing down.
Kawasaki is recalling about 1,140 Prairie 700 ATVs because they lack a required age recommendation warning label, posing a risk of serious injury to children under 16.
Polaris is recalling about 11,560 2005 model year snowmobiles because a wiring harness defect could disable the engine stop and throttle safety switches, posing a crash hazard.
Skylighter Inc. is recalling Musical Flower Birthday Candleholders because the center flame can ignite plastic petals, posing a fire risk. No injuries have been reported.
Lithonia Lighting is recalling about 120,000 indoor HID light fixtures because plasticizer fluid from the cord can degrade acrylic reflectors, causing them to crack and fall.
Montrail Inc. is recalling specific crampons used for ice climbing and mountaineering because the vertical rails can break, posing a risk of falls and injuries.
CPSC and Bernat Yarn are recalling approximately 730,000 balls of "Fur Out" yarn because garments made with it are dangerously flammable and pose a burn risk.
CF Roark is recalling 422 custom titanium bicycle frames that may crack during use. No injuries have been reported, but consumers should inspect their frames.
Applica Consumer Products Inc. is recalling about 500,000 Black & Decker ProBlend blenders because blades can break during use, posing a risk of injury if swallowed.
Delta Enterprise Corp. is recalling about 10,000 portable cribs because slats can separate from the headboard, posing entrapment and fall risks to young children.
Shaw Industries is recalling Southern Breezes wall-to-wall carpet sold at Menards because it fails federal flammability standards, posing a burn risk.
JVC is recalling 26,500 rear-projection televisions because an internal electrical connection can cause arcing, charring, or smoking, posing a fire risk.
Honeywell is recalling about 113,500 Snap Action thermal switches that may fail to operate in fire dampers or heat detectors, posing a fire safety risk.
Lithonia Lighting is recalling about 93,200 indoor HID light fixtures because leaking fluid can cause acrylic lenses to crack and fall, posing an injury risk.
The Elegant Kids 2000 Inc. is recalling about 34,500 Soother Baby Pacifiers because the nipples separated from the base during safety tests, posing a choking hazard to infants.
J.C. Penney is recalling Arizona Boys' Zip-Up Cardigan Sweaters because the zipper pull can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants and toddlers.
Hirschberg Schutz & Co. is recalling metal charms containing high levels of lead, which pose a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children.
QSP, Inc. is recalling 555 battery-powered flying saucer toys sold in school fundraises because they can overheat and melt, posing a burn risk.
Ocean Desert Sales Inc. is recalling about 18,500 stuffed yarn bunnies because detachable eyes and buttons pose choking and aspiration risks to young children.
Lands' End is recalling infant and toddler outer wear because rubber zipper tabs can be bitten off, posing a choking risk to young children.
Ginger is recalling Kubic, K2, and Surface bathroom light fixtures because the glass shades can fall and break, posing a cut hazard.
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