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Recalls

All US Product 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.

How to read this listing

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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  • SevereCPSC·89078·1989-08-17

    Rolf C. Hagen Recalls 42,000 Aqua Clear Power Head Aquarium Pumps

    Rolf C. Hagen is recalling 42,000 Aqua Clear Power Head aquarium pumps because water may seep into the motor, creating a fatal shock hazard.

    Product
    Aqua Clear Power Head aquarium pumps
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·89076·1989-08-14

    CPSC Recalls 250,000 Hand-Held Hair Dryers Due to Electrocution Hazard

    The CPSC is recalling 250,000 hand-held hair dryers from four manufacturers because they lack required immersion safeguards, posing an electrocution risk.

    Product
    Major Styling Dryer hand-held hair dryers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·89063·1989-07-03

    Whirlpool Recalls Below-Counter Dishwashers Due to Fire Hazard

    Whirlpool is retrofitting specific below-counter dishwashers sold in Kentucky, Illinois, and Indiana to replace a pushbutton switch that may short-circuit and cause a fire.

    Product
    Whirlpool below-the-counter dishwashers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·89059·1989-05-22

    Weed Eater Recalls Gasoline String Trimmers for Muffler Burn Risk

    Weed Eater is offering free muffler guard kits for certain gasoline string trimmers sold as Weed Eater, Yard Pro, and Sears Craftsman to prevent burns.

    Product
    Sears Craftsman gasoline powered string trimmers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·89030·1989-04-24

    Rowenta Recalls Coffee Makers and Water Boilers Due to Fire Hazard

    Rowenta is recalling specific coffee makers and water boilers because malfunctioning thermostats can cause the appliances to catch fire, even when the switch is off.

    Product
    Rowenta Coffee Maker and Water Boiler
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalCPSC·89027·1989-04-06

    Vendo Soft Drink Vending Machines Recalled for Tip-Over Hazard

    Vendo is retrofitting approximately 115,000 soft drink vending machines to prevent tip-over injuries and deaths caused by consumers rocking the units.

    Product
    Vendo soft drink vending machines
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·89008·1989-02-02

    Toro Recalls Rear Engine Riding Mowers Due to Starter Injury Risk

    Toro is recalling rear engine riding mowers from 1972-1979 because users may fall on the rotating starter cup, causing severe lacerations.

    Product
    Toro rear engine riding mowers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalCPSC·88117·1988-12-28

    CPSC Recalls Expandable Wooden Enclosures Due to Infant Strangulation Risk

    CPSC issued a second recall for expandable wooden enclosures after a new infant strangulation. Consumers should remove and store the products immediately.

    Product
    Creative Playthings expandable wooden enclosures for infants and toddlers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88101·1988-11-17

    Hedstrom Gym Sets Recalled Due to Finger Entrapment Hazard

    Hedstrom voluntarily added glide guards to specific gym sets sold between 1982 and 1988 to prevent finger entrapment and lacerations.

    Product
    Hedstrom gym set glide ride Glide Guards
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88096·1988-11-16

    Wagner Power Paint Rollers Recalled for Lid Ejection Injury Risk

    Wagner is replacing seals on specific power paint rollers to prevent lids from ejecting and causing facial or eye injuries.

    Product
    Wagner To Replace Seals On Power Paint Rollers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88094·1988-11-10

    Paulshin Recalls Bultina Disposable Lighters Due to Fire Hazard

    Paulshin International is recalling approximately 400,000 Bultina disposable lighters because they may flare up unexpectedly or fail to extinguish, posing a fire and burn risk.

    Product
    Red-Match disposable lighters
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalCPSC·88080·1988-10-11

    Gerber Crawl Space Children's Enclosure Recall for Suffocation Risk

    Gerber Furniture Group is recalling Crawl Space children's enclosures due to a potential suffocation hazard if not assembled correctly.

    Product
    Gerber Furniture Group Crawl Space children's enclosure
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88068·1988-08-17

    Whirlpool Undercounter Dishwashers Recalled for Fire Risk in Selector Switch

    Whirlpool is modifying five undercounter dishwasher models to replace a selector switch that could catch fire. Owners should stop using the units and call Whirlpool for free service.

    Product
    Whirlpool undercounter Dishwashers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88049·1988-07-14

    Conair Recalls Three Models of Wave Makers Curling Irons

    Conair is recalling three models of Wave Makers curling irons because the line cord may short circuit and ignite, posing a fire and burn hazard.

    Product
    Wave Makers curling iron
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88046·1988-07-11

    Hedstrom Probe VI Riding Toys Recalled for Fire Risk

    Hedstrom recalled Probe VI battery-powered riding toys because they can catch fire. Consumers should discard or destroy the products as the manufacturer is out of business.

    Product
    Hedstrom Probe VI battery-powered riding toys
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88042·1988-06-20

    DUI Air Control Dry Suit Valve Recalled Due to Malfunction

    Diving Unlimited International is recalling its AC dry suit valve because it may malfunction, causing rapid ascent or buoyancy failure.

    Product
    DUI air control dry suit valve
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88039·1988-06-13

    Black and Decker Weed Trimmers Recalled for Electric Shock Hazard

    Black and Decker is recalling approximately 500,000 Bump-Feed Grass/Weed String Trimmers due to a potential electrocution hazard caused by improper assembly.

    Product
    Black & Decker Bump- Feed Grass/Weed String Trimmers
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalCPSC·88035·1988-06-06

    Toycraft Recalls Stuffed Teddy Bear Due to Choking Hazard

    Toycraft Industries is recalling stuffed teddy bears because the eyes and nose can detach, posing a choking hazard that caused one child's death.

    Product
    Stuffed Toys for Tots and Teens stuffed teddy bear
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalCPSC·88030·1988-05-23

    Circus America Playpens Recalled for Suffocation and Choking Hazards

    C&T International is modifying Circus America playpens to address suffocation, finger crushing, and choking risks. Consumers should call for a free kit.

    Product
    Circus America mesh-sided playpen with drop sides
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereCPSC·88006·1988-02-17

    Arkla and Preway High Efficiency Gas Furnaces Recall for Corrosion

    Arkla and Preway are correcting 60,000 high efficiency gas furnaces nationwide due to internal corrosion that may release carbon monoxide.

    Product
    Arcoaire high efficiency gas furnaces
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • CriticalCPSC·87080·1987-12-16

    CPSC Seeks Repair for Miracle Recreation Equipment Flying Animal Swings

    The CPSC issued an administrative complaint against Miracle Recreation Equipment for approximately 12,000 Flying Animal Swings due to a defect causing serious head injuries and one fatality.

    Product
    Miracle's Bounce-Around Whirl playground equipment
    Category
    Consumer Product
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide