Recalls
Searchable archive of product recalls from the FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, NHTSA, and EPA — translated into plain English, severity-scored from objective criteria, and always linked back to the original government notice.
Every recall on this list has been scored 1–5 against an objective rubric from the agency’s own classification, presence of reported injuries or deaths, distribution scope, and hazard type. The colored severity badge on each card is the score — 5 (Critical) means deaths or serious injuries are reported, 4 (Severe) means significant injury or hospitalization risk, and 3 (High) means a known hazard with no confirmed harm yet. Filter to 3+ (High and above) if you want to skip routine Class-III notices.
The agency chips above control which streams are visible. FDA spans food, drugs, and medical devices. USDA FSIS is meat, poultry, and processed egg products. CPSC is household consumer products. NHTSA is vehicles, tires, and child seats. Nationwide on a card means the recall affects every US state — most do — while a state list means distribution was limited.
Click any recall to see the full summary, affected lot codes and model numbers, the agency’s own classification, and a direct link back to the original government notice for verification.
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F.A.O. Schwarz is recalling approximately 1,000 infant crib exerciser toys because the 17-inch elastic cord poses a strangulation hazard to infants.
Bassett Candlelite and Mandalay cribs are recalled because infants can trap their heads between corner posts and headboards, causing strangulation.
R. Dakin is recalling approximately 422,000 stuffed toy mobiles because the elastic cords pose a strangulation hazard to infants.
Chim-A-Lator is modifying approximately 15,000 air damper systems for fireplaces and wood-burning stoves to prevent smoke or flames from entering rooms.
The CPSC approved voluntary corrective plans for 26 manufacturers of hand-held hair dryers containing asbestos in their heat shields. Consumers can repair, refund, or exchange these units.
Western Publishing is recalling approximately 180,000 Soft Shot Star Launcher blow-gun toys due to a choking hazard where the mouthpiece may separate and lodge in a child's throat.
CPSC warned consumers to stop using Fuel Sentry and Fuel Gard thermostat controls due to fire hazards from overheating carbon resistors.
CBS Toys is voluntarily recalling four million Giggle Stick toys because small internal reeds can fall out and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Durham Industries is recalling detachable cords for Holly Hobbie toy telephones because the plugs resemble electrical plugs, posing a shock and burn hazard.
Sunbeam is modifying approximately 8,900 electric lawnmowers (models 3227 and 3228) to prevent power cord abrasion that could expose electrical wires and cause shock.
AMF is recalling over 1,800 underwater spear guns due to a defect that can cause accidental firing. No injuries have been reported.
Under Sea Industries is recalling specific Scubapro second-stage scuba regulators because a defective valve may dislodge, causing the regulator to flood and posing a drowning hazard to divers.
King Seeley Thermos is recalling 23,383 portable gas grills sold as Structo brand because defective valves may leak propane, posing a fire hazard.
Bonat is voluntarily removing asbestos heat shields from Rocket Blower commercial hair dryers used in beauty salons.
Corning voluntarily removed Corning Ware coffee percolators from use because handles may separate, posing a burn hazard.
Sears is repairing 21,000 portable color televisions sold from 1973 to 1975 due to a potential fire hazard caused by an overheating electrical resistor.
Edgewood Chenille is recalling thousands of highly flammable women's garments, including bathrobes, jackets, shorts, and tube tops, after three women were burned.
American Electric is recalling over 20,000 Brite Bar fluorescent light fixtures because a defective power cord poses a fire risk if damaged or coiled.
Intermatic is recalling approximately 53,000 Temperature Tender heating units because an internal carbon resistor may overheat and start fires.
F.J. Strauss is recalling approximately 3,600 Straco Western Double-Barrel Cork Rifles because improperly positioned plastic barriers may allow metal rods to project and injure children's eyes.
Questor Juvenile Furniture is recalling plastic spring hanger brackets on Babyline cribs because they broke, causing minor injuries to two infants.
Jackes Evans is recalling glass doors on approximately 1,000 Hearth-Glo wood-burning heaters because the glass can break and allow sparks to escape.
Vernco and Sears are recalling portable electric fans because the rotors may lock, causing the motor to overheat and plastic components to ignite.
Acme Specialties is recalling Three Stars plastic ring caps for toy guns because they may explode and cause serious burns to users.
AMF Voit is offering free repairs for approximately 97,300 aquatic spear guns that may fire unintentionally due to a defective trigger.