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.
Kindermusik International is recalling 32,000 Fiddlesticks instruments because loose caps may allow ball bearings to spill, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Black Diamond Equipment is recalling Bionic Crampons because the front rail may be improperly heat-treated, causing toe points to bend and malfunction.
CPSC and TNT are recalling Party Poppers sold at Wal-Mart because the cone-shaped top can pop off and injure users. No injuries have been reported.
Maytag is recalling about 6,800 Kenmore Elite TRIO refrigerators because a screw could pierce wire insulation, posing an electrical shock risk.
RCE/LCI is recalling Lamaze Flower Stroller Wrap and Soft Bead Buddies toys because the paint on metal wires contains excess lead.
Dollar Tree is recalling Christmas House plush bears and snowman dolls because buttons on the jackets can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Raven Industries is recalling infrared remote controls for specific adjustable beds because an internal component can overheat, posing fire and burn risks.
OWT Industries and Sears are recalling about 5,200 Craftsman electric routers because the on-off switch could stick, posing a risk of serious lacerations.
Hitachi is recalling about 14,300 circular saws because the lower blade guards can stick open, exposing the blade and posing a laceration hazard.
The Toro Company is recalling 2001 Snow Commander snowthrowers because the plastic fuel tank can crack and leak gasoline, posing a fire and injury risk.
Raymond Oak Inc. is recalling about 200 wooden toy chests because lid support hinges can fail, posing a risk of injury to children.
S. Rothschild & Co. is recalling approximately 37,000 girls' hooded winter jackets because rubber petals and metal snaps can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Comarco is recalling Targus power adapter plugs that can break open and expose live wires, posing an electrocution risk.
MOSA Sports is recalling about 1,250 Five 40 brand bicycle helmets because they fail required impact testing. Consumers should stop using them immediately and return them for a refund or replacement.
Lands' End is recalling approximately 6,000 children's parkas because zipper parts may detach and pose a choking risk. No injuries have been reported.
Trudeau is recalling 17-piece fondue sets because the plastic handles can melt or crack during heating, posing burn and fire risks.
Blue Star Candles is recalling 6-ounce Christmas candles because incorrect wick sizes can cause irregular burning, posing a fire or burn risk.
Fire-Lite Alarms is recalling about 2,600 power supplies for building alarm systems due to solder defects that may prevent alarms from functioning.
Atico International USA Inc. is recalling about 37,000 Kitchen Gourmet Hot Pots because the bottom can separate from the top, posing a serious burn hazard.
Makita is recalling about 350,000 electric orbit sanders because the pads can break apart and strike the operator, posing an injury hazard.
IBM is recalling approximately 56,000 G51 and G51t CRT computer monitors because the circuit board can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard.
Murray Inc. is recalling about 270,000 riding lawn tractors because the fuel tanks can crack and leak, posing a fire and burn hazard.
The First Years is recalling 120,000 2-in-1 baby tubs and step stools because the footrest can pinch babies if not fully extended.
The Betesh Group is recalling Busy Bug plush toys because the antennae can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Random House is recalling approximately 360,000 children's board book sets because plastic snaps on the packaging can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.