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27 recalls were announced in May 2005.
Of the 27 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 22% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Cables To Go is recalling AC power adapters sold with Go!Data 3.5-inch hard drive enclosures because a component can overheat, posing a risk of fire or electrical shock.
ITECH is recalling specific hockey goalie masks and replacement wires because the metal wire can break, posing a risk of facial injury.
Home Interiors & Gifts Inc. is recalling approximately 300,000 fundraising candle tins because flames may flare up, posing a fire and burn risk.
Hitachi Cable Manchester is recalling approximately 1.7 million feet of plenum network cables that do not meet fire resistance standards for air circulation spaces.
CPSC recalls 2 million children's folding chairs because the safety lock can fail, causing the chair to collapse or pinch fingers. Consumers should stop using and destroy the chairs.
Apple is recalling approximately 128,000 lithium-ion batteries for iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 computers in the U.S. because an internal short can cause overheating and fire.
Carter Brothers is recalling approximately 9,000 Fun-Kart go-karts because a wheel could separate, posing a roll-over hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Polaris is recalling about 14,000 model year 2004 and 2005 snowmobiles because the fuel tank filler neck may crack, potentially causing a fuel leak and fire hazard.
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. is recalling approximately 69,000 circular saws because the lower blade guard can malfunction, creating a risk of injury as severe as amputation.
Cascade Designs is recalling approximately 8,500 cans of MSR SuperFuel liquid fuel because a manufacturing defect can cause leaks, posing a fire hazard.
Michaels of Oregon is recalling Kydex belt holsters for Glock handguns because the retention strap can shift, causing unexpected discharge and injury.
Ethan Allen is recalling about 7,000 American Impressions and New Country rectangular dining tables because they may lack sufficient stability blocks, posing a risk of collapse.
Bush Hog LLC is recalling about 300 Model TH 440 off-road utility vehicles because the front suspension A-frame can break, causing loss of steering.
Delta Enterprise Corp. is recalling about 180,000 Lov's Decorated Orthodontic Pacifiers because the nipples can separate from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Pamela Drake Inc. is recalling about 7,000 Lemon Meringue Wooden Push Toys because small parts can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
PBteen is recalling glass drawer knobs on the Chez Moi Furniture Collection because they can break and cause lacerations. Consumers will receive free acrylic replacements.
Dollar General is recalling about 80,000 metal heart-shaped pendants sold nationwide from May 2003 to April 2005 because they contain high levels of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning to young children.
RadioShack is recalling about 1 million Wet System Video Head Cleaners because the solution contains toxic methanol instead of isopropanol. No injuries have been reported.
Midwest Folding Products is recalling optional guard rails for standing choral risers because they can tip over, posing a risk of injury.
Fisher-Price is recalling about 154,000 Grow-To-Pro Pogo Sticks because an internal metal pin can wear down, causing the stick to release unexpectedly and pose a risk of fall or facial impact injuries to children.
Fisher-Price is recalling Lil' Wagster Dragster push toys because a child's chin, jaw, or teeth can get lodged in the handle opening, causing injury.
The Holmes Group is recalling about 13,500 portable electric heaters sold by QVC due to improperly crimped wires that can cause overheating, melting, or fire.
Quality Bicycle Products is recalling Dimension threadless handlebar stems that can crack or break, causing riders to fall and suffer injuries.
Cimberio S.p.A. and Dormont Manufacturing are recalling approximately 20,000 gas ball valves in inventory because they may leak gas when closed.
Simplicity Inc. is recalling about 575 White Lancaster Cribs because the white paint can chip, posing a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Jake's Fireworks Inc. is recalling 24-shot Excalibur Reloadable Artillery Shell Kits because the design may cause users to insert shells upside down, leading to ground-level explosions.
Polaris is recalling about 14,882 ATVs because defective Electronic Control Modules may overheat and cause a fire. No injuries have been reported.
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