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.
Royal Outdoor Products is recalling Colonial Vinyl Deck Post Kits because cracks can develop near the base, potentially causing railing collapse.
Dollar Tree is recalling approximately 294,000 drip pans sold nationwide in 2002 because hot burners can ignite the pans, posing a fire hazard.
Snapper, Inc. is recalling about 2,200 walk-behind lawn mowers because a defective side discharge deflector accessory allows projectiles to fly out from under the mower deck.
L.A. Lighter Inc. is recalling about 1,800 disposable cigarette lighters because their child-resistant mechanisms may not meet federal safety standards, posing a fire hazard to young children.
Whirlpool is recalling about 17,000 combination washer and gas dryer units because the gas dryer can overheat, posing a fire hazard. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
Holophane is recalling about 1,500 Enduralume and Low Profile Enduralume luminaires because the glass portion may crack, posing a laceration hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Hammacher Schlemmer is recalling approximately 3,000 Butler Slim Torch lighters because they were not tested for child-resistance, posing a fire risk to children.
Candle-lite is recalling about 80,000 Martha Stewart Everyday ceramic potpourri simmering pots sold at Kmart because flames can flare out of ventilation holes, posing a burn risk.
Mountain Safety Research is recalling about 9,700 cans of MSR White Premium Blend Stove Fuel because corrosion can cause leaks, posing a fire or injury hazard.
UL United Inc. is recalling 'The Motion Picture' series electrical paintings because they can short circuit, posing a shock or fire hazard. No injuries have been reported.
Radio Flyer is recalling Little Wooden Push Cars because the horn can be pulled off, creating a choking hazard for young children.
Little Tikes is recalling about 21,400 Pop 'n Scoot ride-on toys because children can fall forward over the handlebars, causing facial injuries.
Specialty Sales Co. Inc. is recalling about 6,000 novelty cigarette lighters sold in northern California because they lack required child-resistant mechanisms, posing fire and burn hazards.
Graco is recalling about 152,000 children's activity centers with toy tracks that can break, posing cut, pinch, and choking hazards to young children.
Brookdale International Systems is recalling EVAC-U8 smoke hoods because they are not designed to protect against tear gas or chemical warfare agents.
Megatech is recalling about 3,000 NiMh battery packs for radio-controlled airplanes because internal connections may slip, causing arcing, overheating, and fire or burn hazards.
Luxo Corp. is recalling about 18,300 portable fluorescent lamps because the ballast can overheat and short-circuit, posing a skin burn hazard. No injuries have been reported.
D.A.M. Clothing Inc. is recalling about 9,200 Basic Editions 2-Piece Girls' Short Sets because loose buttons pose a choking hazard to young children.
Southern Wood Products is recalling about 600 children's toy boxes because the middle lid support hinge can collapse, posing injury risks to children.
Lands' End is recalling about 600 Soft Farm Sets because the legs of the chicken and duck figures may detach, posing a choking risk.
The Sportsman's Guide is recalling Big Red Wagons because the plastic wheel rims may break and explode under pressure, posing a risk of injury to nearby individuals.
Spin Master Toys is recalling Firestormer and Skyblazer toy planes because the plastic air intake chamber can burst, throwing pieces that pose a laceration and bruise hazard.
Aqua-Leisure is recalling SunSmart baby floats because the seat leg holes can tear, causing children to fall into water. Consumers should stop using the floats and contact the company for a replacement.
Kolcraft is recalling toy steering wheels sold on Jeep Cherokee strollers because they can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Dorel Juvenile Group is recalling about 26,000 Safety 1st and Beatrix Potter "Designer 22" infant car seats/carriers because the plastic handle can release, posing a fall hazard.