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.
General Binding Corp. is recalling HeatSeal Pouch Laminators because improper wiring could cause overheating and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Answer Products is recalling Manitou bicycle suspension forks because the top of the fork may contact the front tire, causing a loss of control and fall hazard.
Valvoline is recalling 2.8 million cans of Pyroil and NAPA brake cleaners because defective spray valves may stick and release flammable contents.
Petit Bateau is recalling about 2,700 children's bathrobes because they fail to meet flammability standards, posing a burn risk.
Cordelia Lighting is recalling Hampton Bay halogen light fixtures sold at Expo Design Centers because decorative metal rings can detach and cause minor burns.
Schneider Electric is recalling about 700,000 Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs) because an electronic component failure may prevent them from detecting electrical arcs, posing a fire risk.
Adidas is recalling Superstar Ultra and Pro Team basketball shoes because the heel sole can separate, causing injuries.
Quality Bicycle Products is recalling Salsa Campeon bicycle forks because the steering tube can crack or break, causing a loss of steering control and fall hazard.
Rio Brands is recalling Mainstays Garden Folding Lawn Chairs sold at Wal-Mart because the plastic arms can break, posing a fall hazard.
International Playthings is recalling Earlyears Spirolly Rattles because the spiral section can break, releasing small balls that pose a choking hazard to young children.
Tai Tung International is recalling toy ice cream cars, police cars, and washing machines because multicolored beads inside can pose a choking hazard to young children.
Polaris is recalling about 1,250 2005 RANGER 4x4 Utility Vehicles because a missing or misplaced weld on the lower steering shaft could cause loss of vehicle control.
Nexgrill is recalling Beefmaster Explorer gas grills because the gas valve label can be hard to read, potentially causing users to leave the gas on and creating a fire risk.
Chris Arlotta Enterprises Ltd. is recalling about 2,900 cotton mattress pads that fail federal flammability standards, posing a risk of burn injury or death.
Zippo is recalling 101,557 multi-purpose utility lighters because they may spill butane fuel from the nozzle when first used, creating a potential fire hazard.
Sky High International is recalling Care Bears Lunch Kits sold at Kohl's because the water bottle spout can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
IKEA is recalling Fargglad multi-color children's chairs because red plastic feet can detach, creating a choking hazard for young children.
LaCrosse Footwear is recalling about 8,400 Polar and Trailblazer work boots because the protective toe caps may not provide sufficient impact protection.
Giant Bicycle Inc. is recalling about 160 2004 Rainier mountain bicycles because front brake mounting tabs can break, causing brake failure and loss of control.
Teng Fei Trading Inc. is recalling about 81,000 energy-saving light bulbs sold in New York because the bulb bases are not flame-retardant, posing a fire hazard.
Chicago Wholesale and Imports is recalling 3,500 electric pictures due to fire and electric shock risks from inadequate construction and incorrect wiring.
Dell is recalling approximately 990,000 AC adapters for notebook computers because they can overheat, posing fire and electrical shock hazards.
New York Zion Trading Corp. is recalling about 2,500 portable oscillating electric fans due to fire and shock hazards caused by undersized wiring and non-polarized plugs.
Runtal North America is recalling 200 Sundance Towel Radiators because they may overheat and rupture when overloaded, releasing heated fluid that could cause burns.
Bombardier Recreational Products is recalling about 3,163 Ski-Doo snowmobiles because the throttle lever could become stuck, leading to loss of speed control and possible collision.