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44 recalls were announced in March 2009.
Of the 44 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 5% are Critical, 9% are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Yamaha is recalling Rhino 450, 660, and 700 off-highway vehicles due to a rollover risk caused by handling issues. Consumers should stop using the vehicles until free repairs are completed.
Conair is recalling approximately 45,000 clothing irons because they can overheat and cause fires. Consumers should stop using the irons and contact Conair for a free replacement.
Central Fireplace is recalling about 760 direct vent gas fireplaces because accumulated gas can shatter the glass doors, posing a laceration risk.
Outerwears Inc. is recalling approximately 500 fuel funnel pre-filters because they can create a flash when removed from a fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.
Lenovo is recalling about 230 AC Adaptors used with ThinkVision Soundbars because the plastic shell can crack, posing a risk of electric shock.
Electrolux is recalling about 320,000 cordless stick vacuums because the batteries can expand and burst, posing a risk of injury.
Rusty North America is recalling 635 boys' hooded fleece sweatshirts because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Golden Grove Trading is recalling children's hooded fleece jackets because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Four Star Group USA is recalling Fresh Décor LED Star String Lights sold at Safeway stores because the electrical wiring can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
La Jolla Sport is recalling about 9,700 O'Neill children's hooded sweatshirts because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard. No injuries have been reported.
MM Compound is recalling about 2,200 boys' hooded fleece sweatshirts because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Zebco is recalling approximately 2,700 children's fishing pole sets because the orange reels contain excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Dysfunctional Clothing is recalling about 450 children's hooded fleece sweatshirts because the drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Fisher-Price is recalling 3-in-1 High Chairs because the seat can fall backwards or detach, posing a fall hazard to children.
OKK Trading is recalling Baby Necessities pacifiers because the nipples separated from the base during safety testing, creating a choking risk for young children.
Aviva Sports is recalling about 14,000 Leaps and Bounds and Pirate Jump 'N Play trampolines because metal legs can bend or break, posing a fall hazard.
Acer America Corp. is recalling about 215 Predator desktop computers due to a risk of overheating and burns caused by damaged internal wiring.
Sycamore SCS is recalling about 1,500 Sycamore Pro gas generators because a plastic part can crack and leak fuel, posing a fire risk.
Montessori N' Such is recalling about 1,000 metal vases, pails, and other containers used in instructional kits because their surface paints contain excessive levels of lead.
Human Touch is recalling about 20,000 Perfect Chair recliners because a screw on the underside can cut or entangle children and pets.
FloraCraft is recalling Solar System and DNA craft kits because the green wires may contain excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Kubota is recalling about 9,500 Zero Turn Riding Mowers because a carburetor failure can cause fuel leaks and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Nordstrom is recalling about 31,000 pairs of girls' shoes because the surface paint on the outer soles contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
State Farm is recalling Good Neigh Bears because plastic eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Cannondale is recalling approximately 1,300 2009 road bicycles because missing spoke protector discs create a fall hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Tippmann Sports is recalling about 13,000 A-5 paintball markers because the rear end cap assembly can break and eject, posing a risk of injury to the operator.
Valero Marketing & Supply Co. is recalling about 919,000 barrels of propane gas sold between January and October 2008 because it may lack sufficient odorant to detect leaks, posing fire and burn risks.
Pure Fishing is recalling Shakespeare Casting Game and Fishing Kits because the label contains high levels of lead in violation of federal bans. No injuries have been reported.
Seattle Cotton Works is recalling hooded sweatshirts with drawstrings due to a strangulation hazard for children. No injuries have been reported.
Kidde is recalling approximately 167,000 XL fire extinguishers because the pressurized cylinders may lose pressure and fail to operate during a fire.
Pronto Sports is recalling DBX Glide Boys' Ice Skates because the surface paint contains excessive lead, violating federal standards.
Infantino is recalling about 172,000 infant toys in the U.S. and 12,000 in Canada because blue metallic fabric can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Big Lots is recalling Style Elements hair dryers because they lack required immersion protection, posing an electrocution risk if they fall into water.
Electra Bicycle Company is recalling about 3,000 2009 model bicycles because the front tray can come loose and contact the front tire, posing a fall hazard to riders.
Maytag is recalling approximately 1.6 million refrigerators because an electrical failure in the relay can cause overheating and fire. Consumers should contact Maytag for a free in-home repair.
Rettig Belgium is recalling Radson wall-mounted radiators because they can fall from the wall, posing a crush hazard. One child's death was reported in Belgium.
Wiseco is recalling specific off-road dirt bike connecting rods and crankshaft assemblies because engine stress could cause parts to crack, leading to a crash.
All-Clad is recalling approximately 30,000 4-Square Belgian Waffle Makers sold at Williams-Sonoma because damaged wiring can contact the metal body, posing a shock or fire hazard.
Universal Distribution Center is recalling Holiday Ultra-Brite Lights due to a shock and fire hazard caused by undersized wires. No injuries have been reported.
Springfield Wire Inc. is recalling Ritchie Immersion Heaters because the outer cover can crack, exposing the heating element to water and posing a shock hazard.
Nautilus is recalling Bowflex Ultimate 2 Home Gyms because the seat rail can fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of serious injury to users or bystanders.
Seventh Avenue is recalling tealight candleholders because resin accents can ignite, posing a fire hazard. One report of minor property damage has been received.
Frontrow is recalling NIMH AA rechargeable batteries sold with PA system microphones because they can overheat and cause burns. No injuries have been reported.
Alpargatas USA is recalling about 210,000 Havaianas children's flip flops because decorative paint on the soles may contain excessive lead.
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