Hazard
161 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 161 short circuit recalls we have scored against our rubric, 1 (1%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 53 (33%) 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 short circuit 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.
Nikon is recalling approximately 9,100 Coolpix 2000 digital cameras because a short circuit in the battery compartment can cause thermal burns. Consumers should remove batteries and contact Nikon for a free replacement.
Lands' End is recalling about 15,000 Polartec Heat electric blankets because loose connections may cause short-circuits and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Carrier is recalling about 460 duct-free high wall split air conditioners sold in Puerto Rico because condensation can cause short circuits and fires.
Dell is recalling approximately 27,000 notebook computer batteries because they can short circuit, overheat, and catch fire. Consumers should contact Dell to verify if their battery is affected.
Kmart is recalling Little Ones wooden accent lamps because they can short circuit and catch fire. Consumers should unplug and return the lamps for a refund.
TSI Prime Inc. is recalling about 126,000 ceiling light fixtures sold at Wal-Mart and Lowe's because they can short circuit and pose a fire hazard.
Kmart is recalling approximately 41,300 Basic Editions Lily Table Lamps because they can short circuit and ignite, creating a fire hazard.
Kingston Technology is recalling 27,000 memory modules for IBM ThinkPad 760 computers because they may cause short circuits, overheating, and fire.
Coleman is recalling Model #5360A550 Nightsight PowerStation II Rechargeable Battery Packs because a short circuit could cause a fire. Consumers should contact Coleman for a free replacement.
Woods Wire Products is recalling 6,000 remote control receivers sold in 1991 because an internal wiring defect could cause a short circuit and fire.
Bernina is voluntarily correcting Type 213 foot pedals on sewing machines made between late 1969 and January 1976 due to overheating and fire risks.