Severity 3 of 5
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Severity 3 (High) recalls have a known hazard but no confirmed illness, injury, or property damage in the source text. The risk is theoretical-but-real: a pathogen pre-emptively pulled from shelves before anyone got sick, an allergen mislabeling on an uncommon allergen, a precautionary correction on a device that hasn't yet malfunctioned in the field. Most allergen recalls land here, as do most preventive food recalls based on routine sampling. You should still stop using the product, but you don't need to panic.
The full rubric is on the methodology page. Severity is computed deterministically from the agency’s own classification plus the source text — no editorial vibes.
Crane Plumbing is recalling about 5,500 whirlpool bathtubs because drain covers can entangle hair, posing a drowning risk. No injuries have been reported.
Loaded Boards is recalling Orangatang 'In-Heat' skateboard wheels because the core can shear, causing the wheel to separate from the axle and posing a risk of injury to riders.
SmartSpark Energy Systems is recalling about 800 BattEQ Battery Equalizers because they can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
JGR Copa is recalling 18-inch Kick Body Boards because the green surface coating contains excessive lead, violating federal standards.
D&D Distributing-Wholesale is recalling Chelsea's Necklace and Bracelet Sets because small parts can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Wagner Spray Tech is recalling about 300,000 heat guns because an electrical failure can cause them to overheat, posing fire and burn risks.
Campbell Hausfeld is recalling about 16,000 air compressors sold at Wal-Mart because a thermal overload failure can cause overheating and fire.
Macy's is recalling approximately 33,000 Epic Threads and Greendog children's hooded sweatshirts because the drawstrings at the base of the hood pose a strangulation hazard.
Viking Range Corporation is recalling built-in refrigerators because the doors can detach, posing an injury risk. Consumers should contact Viking for a free in-home repair.
W.P. Appliances is recalling Wolfgang Puck toaster ovens because they may remain on after toasting, posing a fire risk. No injuries have been reported.
Winter Bee Inc. is recalling Speedy children's hooded jackets with drawstrings due to a strangulation hazard. No injuries have been reported.
LaJobi is recalling Bonavita "Cabana" drop side cribs because wooden slats can detach or break, creating entrapment and strangulation risks for infants.
Warm Biscuit Bedding is recalling about 9,500 children's loungewear sets because they fail federal flammability standards. Consumers should stop using the garments and contact the company for a store credit.
Backyard Play Systems is recalling outdoor playset gliders because retaining rings can detach, posing a fall risk to children. A free repair kit is available.
Vintage International is recalling about 2,300 National and Sanyo hand-held hair dryers because they lack immersion protection devices, posing an electrocution hazard if they fall into water.
Bugaboo is recalling about 22,500 Bee strollers because the brakes may fail, causing the stroller to roll away on an incline.
Home Depot is recalling about 60 offset patio umbrellas sold in early 2009 because the pole could tip over and strike consumers if the collar is not removed before closing.
Step2 is recalling about 4,300 Play Up Gym play sets sold at Toys"R"Us because swing hangers can break, posing a fall hazard to children.
Skywalker Holdings is recalling 13-foot square trampolines because enclosure straps can break, posing a fall risk. No injuries have been reported.
Samsung is recalling about 160,000 Jitterbug cell phones because they may fail to connect to emergency 911 services in no-service areas.
Ross Stores is recalling 39-inch St. Anne Acacia Benches because the frame can collapse under weight, posing a fall hazard.
Gothic Cabinet Craft is recalling approximately 1,500 bunk beds sold in the New York and New Jersey areas because they lack sufficient guardrails and have gaps that pose fall and strangulation risks to children.
Ely and Walker is recalling Cumberland Outfitters girl's hooded sweatshirts because the hood drawstrings pose a strangulation hazard to children.
Bunn-O-Matic is recalling about 35,600 single cup pod brewers because the pod drawer can open unexpectedly during brewing, posing a burn hazard.
Norco is recalling about 3,600 bicycle frames because they can crack and separate, causing riders to fall and suffer injuries.