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49 recalls were announced in August 2007.
Of the 49 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 16% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Aloha Housewares is recalling about 281,000 portable electric heaters because they can overheat and catch fire. Consumers should stop using and destroy the units.
Berko Electric is recalling about 84,000 toe-space heaters because a fan failure can cause the unit to overheat and start a fire. No injuries have been reported, but 29 fires caused property damage.
Toys R Us is recalling Imaginarium Wooden Coloring Cases because the packaging ink and some watercolor paint contain excessive lead, violating federal standards.
B&F System Inc. is recalling approximately 43,000 emergency tool kits because the included booster cables have undersized wiring and inadequate connections, posing fire and shock risks.
Life is Good is recalling specific children's hooded sweatshirts because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Sam's Club is recalling about 138,000 ceramic oil torch lamps because the heads can detach, posing risks of fire, burns, and cuts.
Paramount Apparel is recalling toddler and youth nylon bucket hats sold at Bass Pro Shops because the drawstrings pose a strangulation risk to young children.
M&J Engineering is recalling AGA swivels for scuba diving masks because they may separate, cutting off the air supply and causing drowning or decompression sickness.
Oregon Scientific is recalling about 66,000 weather radios that may fail to receive National Weather Service alerts, posing a risk to life and property during severe weather.
Gerber Legendary Blades is recalling about 154,000 EAB pocket knives because the blade can slide past the support, posing a laceration hazard.
Wolverine World Wide is recalling Caterpillar logger boots that may be incorrectly labeled as electrically resistant, posing a shock hazard to users.
Jo-Ann Stores is recalling Robbie Ducky Kids Watering Cans because the orange beak contains lead paint, violating federal safety laws for children's toys.
Shindaiwa is recalling about 22,000 backpack blowers because the muffler shell can melt, allowing exhaust gas to damage the fuel tank and cause a fire.
Calligaris USA is recalling about 400 ICE Bar Stools because the seats can detach, posing a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Stokke is recalling about 1,000 Sleepi Crib Foam Mattresses because improper sizing creates a gap that poses an entrapment hazard to young children.
I-O Data Device USA is recalling AC adapters sold with network hard drives because they can overheat or melt, posing a burn hazard.
Kmart is recalling about 4,700 Basic Editions girls' clothing sets because waist drawstrings pose an entrapment hazard. Consumers should remove the drawstrings immediately.
St. Martin's Press is recalling Priddy "Trucks" Shaker Teether Books because small pieces can break off and pose a choking hazard to young children.
J.C. Penney is recalling Windsor Spindle-Back Side Chairs because the wood stretchers can split, causing the chairs to collapse and posing a fall hazard.
Schylling Associates is recalling Thomas and Friends and Curious George spinning tops and tin pails because their wooden handles contain excessive lead paint.
TOBY N.Y.C. is recalling about 14,000 children's metal jewelry sets sold at T.J. Maxx, Marshalls, and A.J. Wright because they contain high levels of lead.
Buy-Rite Designs is recalling approximately 7,900 children's charm bracelets due to high levels of lead. Consumers should remove the jewelry from children and return it for a full refund.
Martin Designs Inc. is recalling SpongeBob SquarePants address books and journals because the metal spiral bindings may contain excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Hampton Direct is recalling magnetic toy train sets because the paint contains excessive lead, posing a risk of lead exposure to young children.
Clarion is expanding a recall of N.I.C.E. P200 navigation systems because their lithium-ion batteries can overheat or melt, posing burn and fire risks.
CPSC recalls about 37,100 Classic Beautyrest electric warming throws due to fire and burn risks. Consumers should stop using and discard the products.
Giftco Inc. is recalling Gold Pine Cone Candle Sets because the exterior paint can ignite and catch fire. No injuries have been reported, but one flare-up with contained damage occurred.
Robert Bosch Tool Corp. is recalling Skil circular saws because the trigger switch can lock on, posing a laceration risk.
Mattel is expanding a recall of Polly Pocket dolls and accessories because magnets can detach and be swallowed by young children.
Mattel is recalling Batman and One Piece magnetic action figures because magnets can fall out and be swallowed by young children.
Mattel is recalling Barbie and Tanner play sets because a small magnet in the scooper accessory can come loose and be swallowed by young children.
Mattel is recalling Sarge die-cast toy cars because surface paints may contain lead levels exceeding federal standards. No injuries have been reported.
Mattel is recalling Doggie Day Care play sets because small magnets can fall out and be swallowed by children, posing a risk of intestinal injury.
Eastern Illini Electric Cooperative is recalling about 2,800 unmarked junction boxes used with water heaters because loose wiring connections can overheat and cause fires.
Formation Inc. is recalling Coca-Cola-themed double-walled drinking glasses because the inner wall can break easily, posing a laceration hazard.
L G Sourcing is recalling Garden Treasures Cloud 9 Beyond outdoor lounge chairs sold at Lowe's because faulty rivets can cause the chairs to collapse, posing a fall hazard.
Toshiba is recalling about 1,400 rechargeable lithium-ion batteries for specific notebook models because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Cost Plus World Market is recalling metal folding bistro chairs due to faulty rivets that can cause the chairs to collapse, posing a fall hazard.
Stübben is recalling Steeltec SEQ stirrups because the hinges can break, posing a fall hazard to riders. No injuries have been reported.
Raleigh America is recalling 2007 Cadent bicycles because the carbon forks can break, causing loss of control and injuries.
Sherwin-Williams is recalling about 3,000 Hi-Heat aerosol coating cans because they can over-pressurize and explode, posing a risk of serious injury.
Trane is recalling about 135,000 stand-alone CleanEffects and AccuClean air filtration systems due to a fire hazard caused by electrical arcing.
Rehvac Manufacturing is recalling safety relief plugs used in nitrous oxide systems and HVAC tools because they may fail to release pressure, posing a burst hazard.
Hanna Andersson is recalling about 3,900 Birchwood Sole Sandal Clogs because the leather ankle strap can tear or separate from the sole, posing a fall hazard.
Springs Window Fashions is recalling Basic Blindz window blinds sold at Lowe's due to a looped pull cord that poses a strangulation risk to young children.
The Orvis Company is recalling stuffed horse pillows and fairy dolls sold with sleeping bags because detachable parts pose a choking hazard to young children.
Plan 9 Inc. is recalling approximately 340 E Lights because the circuit board can overheat, posing a fire risk. No injuries have been reported.
Club Car is recalling about 1,900 2007 model year golf cars and utility vehicles because a steering gear assembly failure can cause loss of steering control.
Fisher-Price is recalling about 967,000 Sesame Street, Dora the Explorer, and other licensed character toys because surface paints may contain excessive levels of lead.
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