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November 2011 recalls

63 recalls were announced in November 2011.

What the numbers show

Severe
32
High
29
Moderate
1
Low
1

Of the 63 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 51% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

1–63 of 63

  • SevereCPSC·12048·2011-11-30

    Best Buy Recalls Rocketfish iPhone Battery Cases Due to Fire Hazard

    Best Buy is recalling Rocketfish battery cases for iPhone 3G and 3GS because they can overheat and cause fires. Consumers should stop using the product and contact Best Buy for a refund.

    Product
    Rocketfish™ Model RF-KL12 Mobile Battery Cases for iPhone 3G and 3GS
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V560000·2011-11-30

    Toyota Recalls 2011-2012 Sienna for Incorrect Weight Placard

    Toyota is recalling 2011-2012 Sienna vehicles because the weight placard displays incorrect capacity information, which could lead to tire overloading and failure.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA SIENNA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12049·2011-11-30

    Mophie Recalls iPod Touch Battery Cases Due to Burn Hazard

    Mophie is recalling about 6,118 iPod Touch battery cases because the integrated circuit switch can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

    Product
    Rechargeable External Battery Case
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12046·2011-11-22

    HeathCo Recalls Motion Sensing Wall Switches Due to Electrical Shock Hazard

    HeathCo is recalling approximately 75,000 motion sensing wall switches due to a risk of electrical shock. Consumers should stop using the switches and contact the company for a free replacement.

    Product
    Heath®/Zenith and WirelessCommand® motion sensing wall switches
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V566000·2011-11-22

    Toyota Recalls Corolla and Sienna for Damaged A-Pillar Trim Clips

    Toyota is recalling 2010-2011 Corollas and 2011 Siennas with specific aftermarket accessories because damaged A-pillar trim clips could allow panels to come loose in a crash.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA COROLLA, SIENNA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • ModerateNHTSA·11V561000·2011-11-22

    Keystone Recalls 2007-2009 Cougar Fifth Wheel Trailers for Label Error

    Keystone RV Company is recalling 2007-2009 Cougar fifth wheel trailers because incorrect tire pressure information on labels could lead to overinflation and tire failure.

    Product
    KEYSTONE — KEYSTONE COUGAR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V557000·2011-11-17

    Navistar Recalls 630 Recreational Vehicles Due to Windshield Shade Separation Risk

    Navistar is recalling 630 model year 2009-2011 recreational vehicles because the front windshield shade may separate, impairing the driver's view of the roadway.

    Product
    MONACO COACH — MONACO COACH, HOLIDAY RAMBLER, BEAVER COACH SIGNATURE, SCEPTER, NAVIGATOR, IMPERIAL
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12705·2011-11-16

    Columbia Recalls Jacket Batteries Due To Fire Hazard

    Columbia Sportswear is recalling Omni-Heat jacket batteries due to a cell defect that can cause overheating and fire. No injuries have been reported in the US.

    Product
    Omni-Heat™ Lithium-Polymer Rechargeable Batteries
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12044·2011-11-16

    Kidgets Animal Sock Top Slippers Recalled for Choking Hazard

    CPSC recalls Kidgets Animal Sock Top Slippers sold at Family Dollar because animal eyes can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

    Product
    Kidgets® Animal Sock Top Slippers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12043·2011-11-16

    Liebherr Refrigerator Recall Expanded Due to Door Detachment Injury Hazard

    Liebherr is expanding a recall of freestanding refrigerators because the door can detach, posing an injury risk. Consumers should contact the manufacturer for a free repair.

    Product
    Liebherr Freestanding 30-Inch Wide, Bottom Freezer Refrigerators
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V556000·2011-11-15

    Starcraft Recalls 2012 Travel Trailers Due to Fire Risk

    Starcraft is recalling 2012 Travel Star and Autumn Ridge travel trailers because undersized power converter coils may overheat and cause a fire.

    Product
    STARCRAFT — STARCRAFT TRAVEL STAR, AUTUMN RIDGE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11E049000·2011-11-15

    C. E. White Recalls Bus Seats for Safety Standard Non-Compliance

    C. E. White is recalling certain bus seats installed in Starcraft school buses because they fail to meet federal safety standards, increasing injury risk in rear-end collisions.

    Product
    SEATS recall
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V559000·2011-11-15

    Double K Recalls 2008-2010 Buses Due to Fire Risk

    Double K is recalling 2008-2010 Villager and Mainstreet buses because a fuse holder may overheat and cause a fire.

    Product
    DOUBLE K — DOUBLE K, HOMETOWN TROLLEY MAINSTREET, VILLAGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V549000·2011-11-15

    Hino Recalls 2011-2012 NE8J Trucks for Steering Bolt Torque Defect

    Hino is recalling 2011-2012 NE8J trucks because steering attachment bolts may be insufficiently torqued, potentially leading to loss of steering control.

    Product
    HINO — HINO NE8J
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12040·2011-11-15

    Michaels Recalls Ashland Glass Vases Due to Laceration Hazard

    Michaels is recalling Ashland glass vases that can shatter when picked up, posing a laceration hazard. Four injuries have been reported.

    Product
    Ashland™ Glass Vase
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V554000·2011-11-11

    Jayco Recalls 2012 Travel Trailers Due to Power Converter Fire Risk

    Jayco is recalling certain 2012 Jay Flight and Eagle Super Lite travel trailers because undersized power converter coils may overheat and cause a fire.

    Product
    JAYCO — JAYCO JAY FLIGHT, EAGLE SUPER LITE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V547000·2011-11-10

    2011 Tiffin Phaeton and Allegro Recalled for Exhaust Fire Risk

    Tiffin is recalling 2011 Phaeton and Allegro motorhomes because a faulty exhaust clamp bolt can fracture, allowing hot gases to vent and cause a fire.

    Product
    TIFFIN — TIFFIN PHAETON, ALLEGRO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·12703·2011-11-10

    Wolfgang Puck Electric Grills Recalled for Overheating and Shock Hazards

    W.P. Appliances is recalling Wolfgang Puck electric grills/griddles sold at HSN due to electrical wiring defects that pose risks of overheating and electrical shock.

    Product
    Wolfgang Puck Electric Reversible Tri-Grill/Griddles
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V555000·2011-11-10

    Mertz Halliburton Trailers Recalled for Brake Component Defect

    Mertz is recalling 2010-2011 Halliburton trailers because a casting defect in the slack adjuster housing could cause it to break, reducing braking capacity.

    Product
    MERTZ — MERTZ HALLIBURTON
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V540000·2011-11-10

    Molly Trolley Transit Buses Recalled for Potential Fire Hazard

    Molly Corporation is recalling 2006-2007 Transit Buses due to a fuse defect that may cause arcing and vehicle fire.

    Product
    MOLLY TROLLEY — MOLLY TROLLEY MOLLY TROLLEY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V544000·2011-11-10

    CFMoto Recalls 2005-2009 CF250T Motorcycles for Brake Control Defect

    CFMoto is recalling 2005-2009 CF250T V3 and V5 motorcycles because they have a left-hand rear brake instead of the required right-foot operated brake, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    CHG — CHG CF250T V3, CF250T V5
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V548000·2011-11-10

    MCI Recalls 2010-2011 D4505 Motor Coaches Due to Fire Risk

    MCI is recalling 2010-2011 D4505 motor coaches because moisture in the alternator may cause corrosion, leading to fire or vehicle stalling.

    Product
    MCI — MCI D4505
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V551000·2011-11-10

    Pierce Fire Apparatus Recalled for SCBA Door Latch Defect

    Pierce is recalling certain fire apparatus vehicles because SCBA compartment doors may open while driving, causing cylinders to fall onto the roadway.

    Product
    PIERCE — PIERCE SABER, VELOCITY, ARROW XT, IMPEL
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V539000·2011-11-09

    Toyota and Lexus Recall for Crankshaft Pulley Adhesive Defect

    Toyota is recalling certain 2004-2006 vehicles due to a crankshaft pulley adhesive defect that may cause loss of power steering.

    Product
    TOYOTA — TOYOTA, LEXUS CAMRY SOLARA, CAMRY, HIGHLANDER HYBRID, RX330
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V542000·2011-11-09

    Terex Recalls XT55 Aerial Devices Due to Boom Hinge Cracks

    Terex is recalling certain XT55 aerial devices because cracks in the boom hinge can cause the platform to fall, risking serious injury or death.

    Product
    TEREX — TEREX XT55
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11E047000·2011-11-08

    Ford Recalls Replacement Fuel Tanks for 2004-2008 E-Series Vans

    Ford is recalling certain replacement fuel tanks for 2004-2008 E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans because an unsealed sensor hole may leak fuel, creating a fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD E-350, E-150, E-250
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V543000·2011-11-08

    GM Recalls 2012 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana for Air Bag Defect

    General Motors is recalling 2012 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles because the front passenger air bag may not fully deploy in a severe crash.

    Product
    GMC — GMC, CHEVROLET SAVANA, EXPRESS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • LowNHTSA·11V535000·2011-11-08

    Tomberlin AVL Low-Speed Vehicle Seat Belt Labeling Recall

    Tomberlin Automotive Group is recalling 2012 AVL low-speed vehicles because seat belt tags lack the date of manufacture, failing federal safety standards.

    Product
    TOMBERLIN — TOMBERLIN AVL
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11E046000·2011-11-07

    Baldwin Filters Recalls Oil and Fuel Filters for Diesel Engines

    Baldwin Filters is recalling certain oil and fuel filters for small diesel engines because gasket material may fail, causing fluid loss, power loss, or fire.

    Product
    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER recall
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V534000·2011-11-04

    GM Recalls 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 for Air Bag Deployment Delay

    General Motors is recalling 2008-2009 Pontiac G8 vehicles because a sensor delay in the front passenger air bag may increase the risk of head injury in a crash.

    Product
    PONTIAC — PONTIAC G8
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V538000·2011-11-04

    Nissan Recalls Infiniti G37 and 370Z for Power Window Defect

    Nissan is recalling certain 2011-2012 Infiniti G37 and 2011 Nissan 370Z vehicles because a programming error in the power window switch may increase the risk of pinch injuries.

    Product
    INFINITI — INFINITI, NISSAN G37, 370Z
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V530000·2011-11-03

    Universal Specialty Eagle Recall: Exhaust Clamp Failure Risk

    Universal Specialty is recalling 2011-2012 Eagle vehicles with Cummins diesel engines due to a defective exhaust clamp that may cause a fire.

    Product
    UNIVERSAL SPECIALTY — UNIVERSAL SPECIALTY EAGLE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V531000·2011-11-03

    Forest River Berkshire Recalled for Exhaust Fire Risk

    Forest River is recalling 2011 Berkshire models due to a defective exhaust clamp that may fracture, causing hot gases to vent and creating a fire risk.

    Product
    FOREST RIVER — FOREST RIVER BERKSHIRE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V537000·2011-11-03

    Hino Recalls 2012 Commercial Trucks Due to Axle Assembly Defect

    Hino is recalling 312 model year 2012 commercial trucks because an axle component may be installed incorrectly, which could cause the wheel hub to separate from the vehicle.

    Product
    HINO — HINO NJ8J, NE8J, ND8J, NV8J
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V541000·2011-11-03

    Lotus Recalls 2011 Elise Vehicles for Turn Signal Module Defect

    Lotus is recalling 78 model year 2011 Elise vehicles because incompatible turn signal modules may cause erratic flashing or fail to alert drivers to lamp failures, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LOTUS — LOTUS ELISE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12034·2011-11-03

    Libbey Recalls Fantasy Glass Bowls Due to Laceration Hazard

    Libbey Glass is recalling approximately 18,600 Fantasy glass bowls sold in the US and Canada because they can break and cause lacerations.

    Product
    Fantasy glass bowls
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12035·2011-11-03

    Under Armour Recalls Football Helmet Chin Straps Due to Laceration Hazard

    Under Armour is recalling UA Defender Chin Straps for football helmets because sharp metal snap edges pose a laceration hazard. Six injuries requiring stitches have been reported.

    Product
    UA Defender Chin Straps
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V536000·2011-11-02

    General Motors Recalls 2012 Cadillac CTS for Brake Pushrod Nut Issue

    General Motors is recalling certain 2012 Cadillac CTS vehicles because the brake pushrod retention nut may not be torqued correctly, potentially causing a loss of braking ability.

    Product
    CADILLAC — CADILLAC CTS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V527000·2011-11-01

    Pierce Trucks Recalled for Electronic Stability Control Module Defect

    Pierce Manufacturing is recalling certain 2007-2011 trucks because the Electronic Stability Control system may incorrectly apply brakes, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    PIERCE — PIERCE IMPEL, CUSTOM CONTENDER, VELOCITY, ARROW XT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V525000·2011-11-01

    Nova Bus Recalls 2010 LFS Buses Due to Exhaust Fire Risk

    Nova Bus is recalling 2010 LFS buses with specific Cummins diesel engines because a faulty clamp bolt can fracture, causing exhaust leaks and fire hazards.

    Product
    NOVA BUS — NOVA BUS NOVA LFS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V533000·2011-11-01

    Yamaha Recalls V Star Motorcycles Due to Fuel Hose Seal Defect

    Yamaha is recalling specific 2007-2012 V Star motorcycles because an improperly molded fuel hose may lack a proper seal, creating a potential fire hazard.

    Product
    YAMAHA — YAMAHA XVS1300/CT, XVS95/CT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·12026·2011-11-01

    IKEA Recalls PAX AURLAND Wardrobe Mirror Doors Due to Laceration Hazard

    IKEA is recalling PAX AURLAND wardrobe mirror doors because the glass can detach and shatter, posing a laceration hazard. Consumers should contact IKEA for a free replacement.

    Product
    PAX AURLAND wardrobe mirror doors
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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