Hazard
378 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 378 electric shock recalls we have scored against our rubric, 17 (4%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 62 (16%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all electric shock recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.
A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.
Le Gran Imports is voluntarily withdrawing certain Christmas light replacement bulbs from sale because a protruding wire defect could create a fire or shock hazard.
Magic Chef is voluntarily modifying 2,607 refrigerators because an improperly placed heater wire could contact the cabinet, presenting a possible shock hazard.
The CPSC issued a warning for four models of Ambory portable immersible electric water heaters due to a serious shock hazard that reportedly caused a fatality.
CPSC announced the recall of three Marklin electric train transformer models due to improperly soldered connections that violate federal safety regulations.
Strombecker is recalling three electric toy road racing sets and a power pack transformer because they fail federal safety regulations and pose an electrical shock hazard.
North American Systems is voluntarily recalling 3.1 million Mr. Coffee coffeemakers manufactured in 1975 due to potential shock and fire risks.
Grand Prix Electronics is recalling Model 3200 stereo tape decks and record players sold before March 23, 1977, due to a defect in the electrical wiring that may present a shock hazard.
CPSC is recalling 435 Marklin electric toy train transformers due to non-compliance with federal safety regulations. Consumers should return the items to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Chadwick-Miller is recalling electric refrigerator defrosters due to defects that can cause electric shock or cord ignition. One minor burn injury has been reported.
RAPCO is recalling two models of electric rock polishers because they pose a risk of electric shock. Consumers should return the units for a full refund.
Eltrinic Corporation is recalling approximately 20,000 fluorescent under-cabinet light fixtures imported from Taiwan due to a defect capable of causing electric shock.
Electronic Creations is recalling Teletone Model 54740 phonograph toys because the case can split open, exposing live electrical parts and posing a shock hazard.
Consumer Products Industries is recalling decorative night lights sold under CalComp, Cal Camp, and CPI labels because a defect exposes live electrical conductors, posing a shock risk.
CPSC recalls 250,000 Midway Electric Arc Welders due to risks of electric shock and severe skin burns.
The CPSC is recalling 250,000 Midway electric arc welders made by Western Manufacturing and Supply Company due to risks of electric shock and severe skin burns.
Woods Wire Products is recalling approximately 40,000 Industro R clamp-on lamps manufactured in 1970 and 1971 because a metal spring may become electrically live, posing a severe shock risk.
Nearly 9,000 Kent and Sears medicine cabinets with built-in electrical outlets purchased since September 1974 are recalled because improper assembly may cause electric shock. No injuries have been reported.
CPSC warned consumers to stop using approximately 300,000 sets of Kresge and Noma miniature Christmas lights due to electric shock and fire risks.
CPSC warns that A. K. Electric trouble lights pose an imminent risk of fatal electric shock due to a design flaw in the handle.
CPSC and National Presto urge owners of pre-Sept 1973 electric fry pans to contact the company due to possible excessive current leakage.
The CPSC warned that approximately 200,000 Wel-Dex arc welders may contain defects capable of causing fatal electric shock. Consumers should immediately cease use of the product.
The CPSC issued a fourth warning for Mini Shadowy Stand Lamps due to defects that could cause fatal electric shock. Consumers should stop using the lamps and return them for a refund.
The CPSC issued a third warning for Mini Shadowy Stand Lamps due to defects that could cause fatal electric shock. Consumers are urged to stop using the lamps immediately.
CPSC warns that approximately 3,000 gas and electric clothes dryers may have defective timers capable of causing fatal electric shock. Consumers are urged to unplug affected units immediately.
The CPSC issued a second warning regarding Rainbow Lamps sold by Spencer Gifts and Greenland Studios due to a defect that could cause fatal electric shock.