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.
Fluke Corp. is recalling about 52,000 digital clamp meters because they may display incorrect voltage readings, posing a shock, electrocution, or thermal burn hazard.
Hewlett-Packard is recalling approximately 70,000 lithium-ion batteries for HP and Compaq notebook computers because they can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard.
Build-A-Bear Workshop is recalling about 270,000 folding toy beach chairs because the legs can bruise, pinch, or cut fingers. Eight injuries have been reported.
Browning and Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation are recalling about 10,000 co-branded skinner knife sheaths because a missing blade guard creates a laceration hazard.
Dorel Juvenile Group is recalling Eddie Bauer Soothe & Sway Play Yards because the rocking bassinet attachment can tilt, posing a suffocation risk to infants.
Fushin USA is recalling about 650 youth ATVs because they lack front brakes and padding, posing an injury risk to young riders.
Polaris is recalling 2009 Widetrak snowmobiles and heaters because insulation failure poses a shock risk. No injuries have been reported.
CPSC recalls 2008 model year Dahon and REI Novara folding bicycles because the handlepost hinge can crack, posing a fall hazard.
Jason Evans Associates is recalling about 1,300 children's hooded jackets sold at Burlington Coat Factory due to a strangulation hazard from hood drawstrings.
KTM North America is recalling about 550 model year 2009 off-road motorcycles because the front fork inner tube can crack and separate, posing a risk of injury or death.
Action Products International is recalling Abalone and Venetian Carnevale Necklace Craft Kits because lobster clasps and a pendant contain high levels of lead, posing a risk to young children.
Richard Abraham Herder KG is recalling about 670 torque wrenches because the internal spring mechanism can fail, posing a risk of injury to users or bystanders.
Ambler Mountain Works is recalling Erwin and Poseidon beanies because detachable parts pose a choking hazard to children.
Wagner Spray Tech is recalling approximately 35,000 Control Spray Plus paint sprayers because the on-off switch can dislodge, exposing electrical connections and posing a shock hazard.
Jardine is recalling approximately 96,000 wooden cribs sold by Babies "R" Us and other retailers because broken slats can create gaps that pose entrapment and strangulation risks to infants.
DTX International is recalling about 220 popcorn machines because the heating element can remain on after being switched off, posing a burn hazard.
Pumpkin Patch is recalling hooded girls' raincoats with drawstrings due to a strangulation hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Gap is recalling about 23,100 children's coats because the plastic toggles can break off and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Universalink International Trading is recalling Special and Narita hair dryers because they lack immersion protection devices, posing an electrocution risk if they fall into water.
Under Armour is recalling about 211,000 athletic cups because they can break if hit, posing a risk of serious injury to athletes.
DND Imports is recalling Dinosaur Era 2 Hunting Dinosaur play sets because the monkey figure contains excessive lead paint, violating federal standards.
HMI Industries is recalling about 44,000 Majestic 360 floor cleaners because their wiring can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Haier America is recalling approximately 106,000 toaster oven/broilers because loose electrical connections can cause burns or electrical shocks.
SportsPlay Equipment is recalling specific playground models because handrails and posts contain high levels of lead paint, posing a toxicity risk to young children.
Bush Hog is recalling about 850 off-road utility vehicles because the throttle cable can lock in freezing temperatures, posing a risk of loss of control.