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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American Greetings is recalling 17,000 DesignWare Crazy Bounce Balls because they can break apart and pose a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
American Greetings is recalling 500 cloth Santa decorations sold at Wal-Mart because the beaded nose could detach and pose an aspiration hazard to young children.
Meijer is recalling about 7,500 Falls Creek Army Flight Jackets for children because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation risk. No injuries have been reported.
Toys R Us is recalling 50,000 packages of sidewalk chalk sold nationwide from March to November 2003 because the product contains high levels of lead, posing a poisoning risk to young children.
May Department Stores is recalling 57,660 girls' hooded fleece jackets because the zipper pull could detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Merit Furniture Distributors is recalling 524 bunk beds because large openings in the guardrails could allow a child to become trapped and strangled.
Planet 3 is recalling Cherry Bentwood television stands sold at Circuit City because they can tip over, posing a risk of injury or death.
Cub Cadet is recalling Series 7000 compact tractors because the shift lever may pop out of gear on slopes, posing a loss-of-control risk.
Deere & Company is recalling 4,600 Gator Utility Vehicles because improper brake cable crimping could cause braking failure. No injuries have been reported.
Schylling Associates Inc. is recalling 300 Bear Jack-In-the-Box toys because a red bead on the crank can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
SecureAlert is recalling GPS2000 MobilePAL+GPS phones because the test button can drain the battery, preventing emergency calls. No injuries have been reported.
Fisher-Price is recalling Lightning PAC Scooters and MX3 Mini Bikes because motor control circuits can malfunction, causing the vehicles to continue running after the power button is released.
Polardreams International Ltd. is recalling 50,600 candle gift sets sold at BJ's Wholesale Clubs because the tealight candles can produce a larger-than-normal flame, posing a fire hazard.
Target is recalling 'Double Dipp'n Fun' multicolored sidewalk chalk because it contains high levels of lead, posing a poisoning risk to young children.
Polaris is recalling 14,000 ATVs because a damaged fuel tank grommet can cause a fuel leak, posing a serious fire hazard.
Advantage Publishers Group is recalling approximately 5,300 'Amazing Baby Listen and Play' activity books because a plastic dial hub can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The Metal Ware Corp. is recalling NESCO stainless steel deep fryers because the mesh filter allows moisture to build up, causing oil to boil over and posing a burn hazard.
BRIO Corp. is recalling 2,100 Plan Toys Solid Drums because rubber feet may detach, posing a choking risk to young children.
Notifier is recalling approximately 6,000 fire alarm control panels because a component may enter a sleep mode, preventing audible evacuation signals from operating during an emergency.
Walgreens is recalling Beaded Pumpkin Tea Light Holders because the beads can ignite, posing a fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Fire Control Instruments is recalling 276 Audio Evacuation Units that may enter a sleep mode, preventing audible evacuation signals from operating during emergencies.
Michaels Stores is recalling about 165,000 Halloween tealight candleholders because they can flare up and cause burns. Consumers should stop using them and return them for a refund.
Russound is recalling 1,200 CAV6.6 Audio Video Controller/Amplifiers because they can short circuit and overheat, posing a risk of injury.
Neurosmith is recalling Pet Me Platypus plush toys because plastic button covers can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
The Sarut Group is recalling 3,100 fish-shaped cigarette lighters because they lack required child-resistant mechanisms, posing a fire hazard to children.