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68 recalls were announced in October 2007.
Of the 68 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 7% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Toys "R" Us is recalling four Elite Operations military-style toys because their surface coatings contain excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
Amscan Inc. is recalling Halloween 'Ugly Teeth' party favors because the surface paint contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
SimplyFun is recalling Ribbit board games because the frog-shaped wooden pieces contain excess lead. Consumers should remove the pieces and contact the company for a refund.
Henry Gordy International is recalling Galaxy Warriors toy figures because surface paints contain excessive lead, violating federal standards. No injuries have been reported.
Bombardier is recalling about 2,700 Ski-Doo 2008 snowmobiles because fuel tanks can crack and throttle cables can fail, posing fire and crash risks.
Oki Data Americas is recalling C9600 Series Digital Color Printers due to an internal electrical problem that could cause electrical shock to consumers.
Connecticut Electric is recalling about 64,000 counterfeit Square D circuit breakers sold nationwide from 2005 to 2006 because they may fail to trip, posing a fire hazard.
Target is recalling about 40,000 six-piece home patio sets because the chairs can collapse when weight is applied to the arm rests, posing a fall hazard.
Bumbo International is recalling about 1 million Bumbo Baby Sitter seats because children can flip out and fall from elevated surfaces, causing serious head injuries.
Alltrade Tools is recalling battery chargers supplied with certain Kawasaki power tool kits because they can overheat, melt, or explode, posing burn and laceration risks.
Dollar Tree is recalling specific children's metal jewelry lines because they contain high levels of lead. Consumers should remove the items from children and return them for a refund.
DecoPac Inc. is recalling approximately 80,000 football bobble head cake decorations because the surface paint contains lead exceeding federal standards.
Family Dollar is recalling purple Halloween pails with witch decorations because the green paint contains excessive lead levels, violating federal standards.
Blastrac is recalling BG 250 Series concrete grinders because a broken flexible coupler can eject internal parts, posing an injury risk to users and nearby individuals.
WeGlow International is recalling children's flashing rings due to high lead levels. Consumers should remove the jewelry from children and return it for a refund.
Fisher-Price is recalling Go Diego Go Animal Rescue Boats because surface paints contain excessive lead, violating federal standards. No injuries have been reported.
Jo-Ann Stores is recalling Robbie Ducky toy garden tools because the handle paint may contain excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Cybex International is recalling approximately 4,700 treadmills previously repaired in 2003 due to a fire hazard caused by improper wiring.
Global Design Concepts is recalling magnetic game pieces sold with Cars backpacks because loose magnets pose aspiration and intestinal hazards to young children.
Reynolds is recalling approximately 330 UL bicycle forks because the tips could separate from the legs, causing the wheel to come loose while riding.
Line Skis is recalling 2006 X-Fly and Pro ski boards because improperly installed screws can cause bindings to detach, leading to falls.
Home Automation Inc. is recalling 64 Zone Wireless Receivers because they may fail to receive security signals if power is lost, potentially compromising property security.
Collegiate Pacific is recalling power packs for portable team hydration units because charging the battery can cause the box to burst, posing an injury hazard.
KTM North America is recalling approximately 270 model year 2008 450XC and 525XC ATVs because the rear brake caliper support can crack, potentially causing brake failure.
Sportsstuff is recalling approximately 11,000 inflator air pumps that can overheat and explode, posing a risk of lacerations. Consumers should stop using the pumps and contact the manufacturer for a free replacement.
Gorilla Inc. is recalling Kong Maxx Ladder Stands sold at Gander Mountain because they can become unstable, causing users to fall.
Gymboree is recalling toy pirate swords because they can break and create sharp points, posing a laceration hazard.
Payless ShoeSource is recalling about 90,000 girls' boots because the zipper pulls can interlock, causing children to trip and fall.
Dunkin' Donuts is recalling pink and orange glow sticks given away free with donuts because the caps and lanyards can detach, posing choking and strangulation risks to young children.
Deere & Company is recalling about 5,400 John Deere Gator utility vehicles because incorrectly installed front brake calipers may cause the vehicle to pull to one side during braking.
Guidecraft is recalling about 5,400 tabletop puppet theaters because surface paints contain excessive lead levels, violating federal standards.
Plow & Hearth is recalling aluminum chimeneas because a design flaw can cause the metal to catch fire or melt, posing fire and burn risks.
R.L. Albert & Son is recalling approximately 55,000 Halloween skull pails because the surface paint on the eyes, nose, and teeth contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
Antioch Publishing is recalling approximately 200,000 Cool Clip and Mini Cool Clip bookmarks because the paint on the metal clips contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
Huffy is recalling 2007 Howler and Highland bicycles because the crank can fall off, causing riders to lose control and suffer injuries.
Procycle Group Inc. is recalling specific Rocky Mountain Solo bicycles because the head tube can detach from the frame, posing a fall hazard.
Yamaha is recalling about 5,700 2007 PZ50 snowmobiles because snow and ice can block the steering, causing loss of control and potential injury or death.
Formula Brake USA is recalling Oro disc brakes for bicycles because the hand lever can separate, causing loss of braking and potential injury.
Fisher Controls International is recalling about 144,000 natural gas and LP-gas regulators because flange screw heads may break, causing gas leaks that pose a fire or explosion risk.
Collections Etc. is recalling 9,000 double hammocks because wooden rods can break, causing the hammock to collapse and users to fall.
Ross Stores is recalling about 1,800 plastic turtle sprinklers sold in 2007 because the body can crack or explode, posing a laceration hazard.
J.C. Penney is recalling about 2,900 Alyssa shag rugs because they fail federal flammability standards, posing a risk of fire and burn injuries.
Flaghouse Inc. is recalling Kidnastics Balance Beams because the surface paint contains excessive lead levels, violating federal standards. No injuries have been reported.
Riddell is recalling collectible Jeff Gordon mini helmets because surface paints contain excessive lead, violating federal standards. No injuries have been reported.
Kipp Brothers is recalling bendable dinosaur toys due to excessive lead levels that pose a risk of lead exposure to young children.
J.C. Penney is recalling approximately 49,000 Disney Winnie-the-Pooh play sets because surface paints contain excessive lead levels, violating federal standards.
J.C. Penney is recalling Breyer 2006 Stirrup Ornaments because surface paints contain excessive lead levels, violating federal standards.
Cracker Barrel is recalling Princess Magnetic Travel Art Set Lap Desks because the zipper pull paint contains lead exceeding federal standards. No injuries have been reported.
J.C. Penney is recalling Deluxe Wood Art Sets because the surface paint on the wooden boxes contains excessive lead levels, violating federal standards.
Christmas Tree Shops is recalling about 9,600 sequin glitter candles because the exterior coating can ignite, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Toshiba is recalling AC adapters sold with Model SD-P1600 portable DVD players because they can overheat and cause burns. Consumers should stop using the adapters and contact Toshiba for a replacement.
Starbucks is recalling about 250,000 children's plastic cups because the face on the cup can break off, posing choking and laceration hazards to young children.
Lithonia Lighting is recalling approximately 50,000 fluorescent ceiling light fixtures sold at Home Depot due to a loose wire that poses an electrical shock hazard.
Kahoot Products Inc. is recalling about 1.6 million Cub Scouts Totem Badges because the surface paint contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
P3 International is recalling IonizAir tabletop air purifiers because the cartridge can overheat and catch fire. Consumers should stop using the units and contact the company for a free replacement.
Razor USA is recalling about 20,000 E300 electric scooters because a weld can break, causing the handlebars to detach and the rider to lose control.
Sports Authority is recalling Alpine Design aluminum water bottles because the surface paint contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
Eveready Battery Co. is recalling about 79,000 Pirates of the Caribbean medallion squeeze lights because the surface paint on the leather strap contains excessive lead.
KB Toys is recalling specific wooden pull-along wagons, activity carts, and alphabet blocks because surface paints may contain excessive lead. No injuries have been reported.
CKI Toys is recalling 'Totally Me! - Funky Room Décor Sets' sold at Toys "R" Us because the mirror's surface paint contains excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Kids II is recalling specific Baby Einstein Discover & Play Color Blocks because the blue block's paint contains excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Dollar General is recalling approximately 192,000 key chains containing high levels of lead. Consumers should keep these items away from young children and return them for a refund.
Dollar General is recalling approximately 63,000 Frankenstein-shaped tumblers because the surface paint on the eyes may contain high levels of lead, violating federal standards.
Antioch Publishing is recalling approximately 150,000 bookmarks and journals because the paint on their metal bindings and coatings contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
Honeywell is recalling gas valves used in specific decorative fireplaces and stoves because the activation knob can allow gas to leak and accumulate, posing a burn hazard.
Salton Inc. and QVC are recalling about 5,200 Cook's Essentials electric toasters because they can turn on spontaneously and ignite items, posing a fire hazard.
Timberland is recalling about 193,000 pairs of PRO Direct Attach Steel Toe Boots because they may fail to protect against compression and impact, posing a risk of foot injury.
Target is recalling about 82,000 plush boys rattles because they can break open and release small beads, posing a choking hazard to young children.
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