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September 2011 recalls

60 recalls were announced in September 2011.

What the numbers show

Severe
33
High
27

Of the 60 recalls this month scored against our rubric, 55% are Severe.

Which agencies issued them

1–60 of 60

  • SevereNHTSA·11V487000·2011-09-29

    Chrysler Recalls 2012 Vehicles Due to Engine Bearing Failure Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2012 Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicles equipped with 3.6L engines because debris may cause connecting rod bearing failure, potentially leading to engine seizure and increased crash risk.

    Product
    DODGE — DODGE, CHRYSLER, JEEP JOURNEY, TOWN AND COUNTRY, 200, CHARGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11344·2011-09-29

    Pacific Flame Pourable Gel Fuel Recalled for Burn and Fire Hazards

    Pacific Décor is recalling Pacific Flame pourable gel fuel bottles because the fuel can ignite unexpectedly and splatter, posing burn and fire risks.

    Product
    Pacific Flame Pourable Gel Fuel Bottles
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11342·2011-09-29

    Battat Recalls Musical Wooden Table Toys Due to Choking Hazard

    Battat is recalling Musical Wooden Table Toys because small xylophone pegs can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.

    Product
    Musical Wooden Table Toys
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11341·2011-09-29

    Husqvarna Recalls RedMax Brushcutters Due to Fuel Tank Fire Hazard

    Husqvarna is recalling about 10,500 RedMax TR2350S brushcutters because fuel tanks may leak at the cap, posing a fire hazard. No injuries or fires have been reported.

    Product
    RedMax brushcutter/trimmer
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·11337·2011-09-28

    Fuel Barons Recalls Pourable Gel Fuels Due to Burn and Flash Fire Hazards

    Fuel Barons is recalling OZOfire and SUREFIRE pourable gel fuels because they can ignite unexpectedly and splatter, causing burns.

    Product
    OZOfire™ Pourable Gel Fuel (Formula 4) and SUREFIRE™ Pourable Gel Fuel (Formula 4) Bottles
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V484000·2011-09-28

    2000 Overland Ospry Recalled for Refrigerator Fire Risk

    Techworks is recalling one 2000 Overland Ospry recreational vehicle because its Norcold refrigerator may fail to shut off power during high temperatures, posing a fire hazard.

    Product
    OVERLAND — OVERLAND OSPRY
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11335·2011-09-28

    LM Import & Export Recalls Toy Cars for Lead Paint Violation

    LM Import & Export is recalling about 1,900 toy car sets sold at Mega Wholesale stores in Miami because the surface paint contains excessive levels of lead.

    Product
    Toy cars
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11334·2011-09-28

    Little Tikes Recalls Workshop and Tool Sets Due to Choking Hazard

    Little Tikes is expanding a recall of over 1.7 million workshop and tool sets because oversized plastic toy nails pose a choking hazard to young children.

    Product
    Little Tikes® Workshop and Tool Sets
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V483000·2011-09-26

    Yamaha Recalls 2009-2011 V-Max Motorcycles for Oil Pump Defect

    Yamaha is recalling 2,234 V-Max motorcycles because high oil pressure can cause the pump to fail, leading to engine stalling and crash risk.

    Product
    YAMAHA — YAMAHA VMX17
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V482000·2011-09-23

    ATC Car Hauler Trailers Recalled for Hitch Frame Breakage

    ATC is recalling certain 2007-2012 car hauler trailers because the extended hitch frames may break, increasing the risk of loss of control and injury.

    Product
    ATC — ATC FAST LANE, QST, SS, CONTENDER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V485000·2011-09-23

    Tiffin Motorhomes Recalls 2011 Allegro Bus and Phaeton Vehicles

    Tiffin Motorhomes is recalling 2011 Allegro Bus and Phaeton recreational vehicles due to a defect in the exhaust system clamp that could cause a fire or road hazard.

    Product
    TIFFIN — TIFFIN ALLEGRO BUS, PHAETON
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V481000·2011-09-22

    Wilson Trailer Recalls 2011 Grain Trailers Due to Brake Component Defect

    Wilson Trailer is recalling certain 2011 grain trailers because a defect in the automatic slack adjusters could cause them to crack, leading to a loss of braking and a potential crash.

    Product
    WILSON — WILSON GRAIN TRAILER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11330·2011-09-22

    Specialized Recalls 2011 Bicycles Due to Carbon Fork Brake Failure

    Specialized is recalling about 14,200 2011 bicycles because a carbon fork component can disengage, causing the brake to hit the wheel and posing a fall hazard.

    Product
    Bicycles with Advanced Group carbon forks
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V480000·2011-09-21

    Daimler Trucks Recalls Thomas Built School Buses Due to Exhaust Fire Risk

    Daimler Trucks is recalling 1,825 Thomas Built school buses because a faulty exhaust clamp bolt can fracture, causing hot gases to vent and potentially start a fire.

    Product
    THOMAS BUILT BUSES — THOMAS BUILT BUSES, THOMAS BUILT SAF-T-LINER MVP-EF, SAF-T-LINER C2, SAF-T-LINER HDX
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11329·2011-09-20

    American Woodcrafters Recalls Wood Bunk Beds Due to Fall Hazard

    American Woodcrafters is recalling about 180 wood twin and loft bunk beds because upper guardrails can crack, causing mattresses to collapse and posing a fall hazard.

    Product
    Wood Twin Bunk Beds and Loft Bunk Beds
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V475000·2011-09-19

    Micro Bird Recalls School Buses Due to Seat Latch Defect

    Micro Bird is recalling 2010-2011 G5 and MB II school buses because seat cushions may not latch properly, increasing injury risk in a crash.

    Product
    MICRO BIRD — MICRO BIRD MB II SCHOOL BUS, G5 SCHOOL BUS
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V477000·2011-09-16

    Vactor Jetter Sewer Cleaners Recalled for Safety Interlock Wiring Defect

    Vactor is recalling 2010-2011 Jetter-F and Jetter-V sewer cleaners because a safety interlock was incorrectly wired, allowing the vehicle to move while the operator is outside.

    Product
    VACTOR — VACTOR JETTER-V, JETTER-F
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·11752·2011-09-16

    John Deere Recalls Lawn Tractors Due to Overheating and Fire Hazards

    John Deere is recalling X300, X300R, and X304 series lawn tractors because a cooling fan failure can cause engine overheating, melting, and fire.

    Product
    John Deere X300, X300R and X304 series tractors
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V479000·2011-09-16

    Silver Eagle Recalls 2010-2011 Dolly Models Due to Brake Defect

    Silver Eagle is recalling 2010-2011 Hawk, Tandem, and Falcon dollies because defective brake slack adjusters may crack, causing loss of braking and potential crashes.

    Product
    SILVER EAGLE — SILVER EAGLE TANDEM, FALCON, HAWK
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V478000·2011-09-16

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2004-2008 Heavy Trucks for Fuel Line Leak Risk

    Daimler Trucks is recalling specific 2004-2008 heavy trucks because plastic fuel lines may leak diesel, creating a fire hazard.

    Product
    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, WESTERN STAR, STERLING COLUMBIA, 4900, L-LINE, A-LINE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V476000·2011-09-15

    BMW Recalls 2011 328i and 335i xDrive for Driveshaft Bolt Issue

    BMW is recalling 2011 328i and 335i xDrive vehicles because front driveshaft bolts may not be tightened correctly, risking power loss and breakdown.

    Product
    BMW — BMW 335I, 328I
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V474000·2011-09-15

    Daimler Trucks Recalls 2011-2012 Freightliner and FCCC Trucks for Fire Risk

    Daimler Trucks is recalling 6,225 model year 2011-2012 trucks equipped with Cummins diesel engines because a faulty clamp bolt can fracture, causing exhaust leaks and fire.

    Product
    FREIGHTLINER — FREIGHTLINER, FCCC, THOMAS BUILT BUSES CORONADO, XCS, MVP-EF, BUSINESS CLASS M2
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·11328·2011-09-15

    Target Recalls Chefmate Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard

    Target is recalling Chefmate 6-Speed Blenders because the pitcher can separate from the blade assembly, exposing rotating blades and causing lacerations.

    Product
    Chefmate® 6-Speed Blender
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11325·2011-09-14

    John Deere Recalls Lawn Tractors Due to Laceration Hazard

    John Deere is recalling about 15,500 lawn tractors because hardware holding the mower blade brake assemblies can break, posing a laceration hazard.

    Product
    Lawn Tractors
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11751·2011-09-14

    Kubota Recalls Riding Mowers Due to Fuel Hose Fire Hazard

    Kubota is recalling about 6,100 riding mowers because a fuel hose clamp can detach, allowing gas to leak and posing a fire hazard.

    Product
    Kubota Riding Mowers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11323·2011-09-13

    Weehoo Recalls iGo Bicycle Pedal Trailers Due to Fall and Crash Hazards

    Weehoo is recalling about 2,700 iGo bicycle pedal trailers because the seat post hitch receiver can crack, causing the trailer to detach and posing fall and crash hazards.

    Product
    Weehoo iGo Bicycle Pedal Trailers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V472000·2011-09-09

    Hyundai Recalls Santa Fe and Veracruz Vehicles for Air Bag Defect

    Hyundai is recalling 2007-2008 Santa Fe and Veracruz vehicles because the driver's air bag may fail to deploy in a crash due to a damaged clock spring.

    Product
    HYUNDAI — HYUNDAI SANTA FE, VERACRUZ
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·11320·2011-09-08

    Target Recalls Embark Resistance Cords Due to Eye Injury Hazard

    Target is recalling approximately 447,000 Embark resistance cords because the door anchor ball can release and strike users, causing eye injuries.

    Product
    Embark Resistance Cords and Cord Kits
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V471000·2011-09-08

    KME Fire Trucks Recalled for Exhaust Clamp Failure Risk

    Kovatch Mobile Equipment is recalling certain 2010-2011 fire trucks due to a defective exhaust clamp that may fracture, creating a fire hazard.

    Product
    KME — KME, DODGE PREDATOR, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11E036000·2011-09-08

    Volkswagen Recalls Jetta Exhaust Tips Due to Burn Risk

    Volkswagen is recalling certain stainless steel exhaust tips for 2011-2012 Jetta sedans because they may extend beyond factory length, posing a burn hazard if they contact a person's leg.

    Product
    VOLKSWAGEN — VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V470000·2011-09-08

    Wheeled Coach Recalls E-350 Vans Due to Battery Terminal Corrosion

    Wheeled Coach is recalling 2004-2010 E-350 diesel ambulances because battery terminal corrosion may cause siren and light failures, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    WHEELED COACH — WHEELED COACH E-350 VAN
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11321·2011-09-08

    Pottery Barn Kids Recalls Three Soft Dolls Due to Strangulation Hazard

    Pottery Barn Kids is recalling Chloe, Sophie, and Audrey soft dolls because hair loops or headbands can fit around a child's neck, posing a strangulation risk.

    Product
    Chloe, Sophie and Audrey soft dolls
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V458000·2011-09-07

    Honda Recalls 2011 CR-Z Vehicles for Unexpected Movement Risk

    Honda is recalling 2011 CR-Z vehicles with manual transmissions because a software defect may cause the car to move unexpectedly, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    HONDA — HONDA CR-Z
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11346·2011-09-07

    Lamplight Farms Recalls TIKI Gel Fuel Due to Burn and Fire Hazards

    Lamplight Farms is recalling TIKI Brand Gel Fuel bottles and jugs because the pourable fuel can ignite unexpectedly, posing burn and flash fire risks.

    Product
    TIKI® Brand Gel Fuel and TIKI® Brand Citronella Gel Fuel bottles and jugs
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11V473000·2011-09-07

    Kia Recalls 2007-2008 Sorento for Front Passenger Air Bag Defect

    Kia is recalling 2007-2008 Sorento vehicles because the front passenger air bag may be improperly turned off for adult passengers, increasing injury risk in collisions.

    Product
    KIA — KIA SORENTO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V464000·2011-09-06

    Subaru and Saab Recall Vehicles Due to Front Control Arm Corrosion

    Subaru is recalling certain Impreza, Forester, and Saab 9-2X vehicles because front lower control arms may break due to corrosion, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    SUBARU — SUBARU, SAAB FORESTER, IMPREZA, 9-2X
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighNHTSA·11E035000·2011-09-05

    CleanFuel USA Recalls Propane Fuel System Hoses for School Buses

    CleanFuel USA is recalling propane fuel system hoses and connectors installed on certain Blue Bird Vision school buses due to a risk of hose separation and engine stall.

    Product
    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS recall
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V462000·2011-09-02

    VMI Recalls 2011 Honda Odyssey Northstar and Summit Minivans for Fuel Line Defect

    VMI is recalling 80 wheelchair-accessible 2011 Honda Odyssey Northstar and Summit minivans because faulty fuel lines may not dissipate static electricity, posing a fire risk.

    Product
    VMI — VMI HONDA ODYSSEY NORTHSTAR, HONDA ODYSSEY SUMMIT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighCPSC·11318·2011-09-02

    Camsing Global Recalls LED Night Lights Due to Burn Hazard

    Camsing Global is recalling about 10,000 LED night lights because they can overheat, smolder, and melt, posing a risk of minor burns.

    Product
    LED night lights
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V460000·2011-09-01

    Volvo VNL and VNM Trucks Recalled for Fifth Wheel Coupling Defect

    Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 2011-2012 VNL and VNM trucks because the fifth wheel lock may not fully engage, potentially allowing a trailer to detach.

    Product
    VOLVO — VOLVO VNL, VNM
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V451000·2011-09-01

    Altec Recalls 2011 Digger Derrick Vehicles Due to Control Interlock Defect

    Altec Industries is recalling 35 model year 2011 Digger Derrick vehicles because a mechanical interlock may fail, allowing accidental movement that could cause serious injury or death.

    Product
    ALTEC — ALTEC DIGGER DERRICK
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereNHTSA·11V461000·2011-09-01

    Mack Pinnacle Trucks Recalled for Fifth Wheel Coupling Defect

    Mack Trucks is recalling 2011-2012 Pinnacle CXU trucks because the fifth wheel lock may not fully engage, potentially allowing a trailer to detach.

    Product
    MACK — MACK PINNACLE (CXU)
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

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