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.
Brave Products Inc. is recalling about 4,000 log splitters because defective hydraulic cylinders can cause rods to detach, posing a serious injury risk to operators.
BISSELL is recalling about 750,000 upright carpet deep cleaners because the metal upper handle can cause electric shocks. Consumers should stop using the units and contact BISSELL for a free repair.
Trane and American Standard are recalling about 18,200 outdoor gas-electric heating and cooling units due to a potential gas leak hazard from cracked valve bodies.
Stihl is recalling about 45,000 KombiSystem Multi-Task Tools because an internal clip may dislodge, causing clutch shoes to be projected and strike consumers.
Big Save International is recalling about 12,000 baby walkers because they can tip over or fit through doorways, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Arett Sales Corporation is recalling about 2 million multi-purpose barbecue lighters sold at dollar stores because they lack required child-resistant mechanisms, posing a fire hazard.
Shimano American Corp. is recalling approximately 13,630 road racing bicycle brake inner cables because they may detach during braking, causing the rider to lose control and fall.
Giftco is recalling Winnie the Pooh baby plate sets because the plastic fork prongs can break, posing a choking hazard to young children.
New Star Toys and Gifts Inc. is recalling two styles of toy cars because small parts can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Bombardier Recreational Products is recalling 2005 Ski-Doo Mach Z 995 and Summit 995 snowmobiles because an inappropriate clutch ring gear may fragment at high speeds.
Todo Dollar Wholesale is recalling flashing pacifier necklaces because the nipple can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Bits and Pieces is recalling about 2,100 Metallic Motion Lamps because the glass may shatter during use, posing a risk of injury.
Vernier Software & Technology is recalling Go! Temp sensors because static discharge can cause overheating and burns. About 4,300 units are affected.
Deb Shops is recalling about 48,000 decorative candleholders because the metal hook can overheat and break, causing the candle to fall and start a fire.
H & M is recalling girls' cardigan sweaters with faux fur trim because the trim is dangerously flammable. No injuries have been reported.
Once Upon a Family is recalling about 1,600 Memory Trunks because the lid can fall or close, posing strangulation and suffocation hazards to children.
Country Home Products is recalling 1,071 DR Leaf and Lawn Vacuums because a plastic component can crack, allowing debris to fly toward users.
Rossignol and Dynastar are recalling about 11,000 pairs of 2003/2004 model year snowboard bindings because the baseplate can break, causing loss of control and possible injury.
Leiner Health Products is recalling Long's Central-Vite Multivitamins because the bottles lack required child-resistant packaging, posing a risk to children.
Polk Audio is recalling LSiW Powered Subwoofers because electrical components can overheat, arc, and produce smoke. Consumers should stop using the units and contact the company for a replacement or refund.
Lakewood is recalling 70,000 Model 5101 oil-filled electric heaters because welds can rupture and expel hot oil, causing burns.
Commend Co. Ltd. is recalling HD Designs 5-piece dining sets because the wooden chairs can break, posing a fall hazard. One report of a fall and minor injury has been received.
Pottery Barn Kids is recalling about 92,000 chamois blankets because loose decorative stitching poses a strangulation hazard to young children.
Carlton Cards is recalling about 5,000 Roasting Marshmallow Tealight Candle Holders because decorative parts may catch fire during normal use.
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia is recalling Full Moon Lantern sets because they can overheat, melt, or ignite, posing a burn hazard.