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.
Igloo is recalling Marine Elite coolers with stainless steel latches that pose a laceration hazard. Eight reports of lacerations requiring stitches have been received.
Gotham Lighting is recalling about 30,000 compact fluorescent recessed ceiling lights because the backup battery relay may be programmed incorrectly, preventing the lights from working during an emergency.
Giftco is recalling approximately 36,000 Harry Potter bookends because the paint contains excessive levels of lead, violating federal standards.
Euro-Pro and QVC are recalling about 1,600 Cook's Essentials Deep Fryers because they can overheat and cause burns. No injuries have been reported.
LTD Commodities is recalling about 6,000 wood abacuses because wooden rods can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Petzl is recalling MYO and MYO Belt headlamps because using rechargeable batteries can cause the cable to spark, melt, or catch fire, posing a burn risk.
Hanashop is recalling counterfeit power cords sold on eBay due to fire and shock risks. Consumers should stop using the cords and contact the company for a refund.
Aqua Lung is recalling Apeks scuba regulators because a missing diaphragm cover can allow water entry, posing a drowning risk.
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling about 20,000 children's metal water bottles because the sip top can pull off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Deere & Company is recalling about 2,500 John Deere Gator XUV 620i utility vehicles because a fuel tank seam defect can cause leaks, posing a fire hazard.
JLA Home is recalling Zebra Rugs sold at J.C. Penney because they do not meet federal flammability standards and lack required warning labels.
PB Heat is recalling about 1,200 gas boilers because a defective pressure switch may allow excessive carbon monoxide production, posing a poisoning risk.
Aqua Lung is recalling Titan DIN scuba regulators and adapters because a broken retainer can cause rapid air loss and regulator detachment, posing a drowning risk.
Protocol is recalling about 78,000 remote-controlled mini helicopter toys because the rechargeable battery can overheat, posing a risk of fire or burns.
Sony is recalling about 73,000 VAIO TZ-series notebook computers because irregularly positioned wires or dislodged screws can cause overheating and burns.
Target is recalling Circo Rosette Bobbie Socks because the ribbon can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children. No injuries have been reported.
Wolf Appliance is recalling about 24,000 48-inch gas ranges because delayed ignition in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames, posing a burn hazard.
Deda Elementi is recalling about 400 Deda Forza handlebar stems because they can crack and cause riders to lose control. No injuries have been reported.
Optave Inc. is recalling Action Baby Carriers because the chest strap can detach, posing a fall hazard to infants.
Benjamin International is recalling about 57,000 Fairy Dust pendants and candle charms due to high lead levels. Consumers should stop using them and contact the company for a free replacement.
Rapid Reel is recalling about 7,000 portable garden hose carts and wagons because the tires can explode while being inflated, posing an injury hazard.
Empress Arts is recalling about 130 children's hooded sweaters because the drawstrings can entangle children and cause strangulation.
FlagHouse Inc. is recalling about 100 Yayita Baby Hammocks because the product can flip over, posing fall and strangulation risks to infants.
Bonne Bell is recalling about 945,000 children's cosmetics accessory bags because the metal clasps contain excessive levels of lead. Consumers should keep the bags away from children and contact the company for a replacement.
Orioxi International is recalling about 43,000 children's hooded sweatshirts and jackets sold at Shirt off My Back stores due to a strangulation hazard from hood drawstrings.