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.
Value Merchants is recalling 'Patty and Her Puppy' and 'Triplet Dolls' because limbs may detach, posing a choking risk to young children.
Handi-Craft is voluntarily recalling three models of toy telephones because small components separated during testing, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Gerber is recalling 321,600 Gem Collection Decorator Pacifiers because pieces may separate and pose a choking risk to young children.
Exel NJ, Inc. is recalling approximately 17,000 Tecnoma and Berthoud pump sprayers sold from January to October 1992 because they may rupture or burst without warning.
Kiddie Products is recalling approximately 165,400 First Years pacifiers because they may break during use, creating a choking hazard for infants.
DeLonghi is modifying 16-inch oscillating fans because blades may fracture and strike nearby people. Owners should stop using the fans until they receive free modification kits.
Wisconsin Pharmacal is recalling Sundown and Jack-O-Lantern lamps because they lack child-resistant caps and clear warning labels, posing a poisoning risk.
Toro is recalling approximately 25,000 outdoor lighting power packs because corroded cable connectors can overheat and cause fires. No injuries were reported.
Family Dollar and Venture Stores are recalling approximately 14,000 Walk 'N' Roll baby walkers because brackets may break, causing the walker to collapse.
Clairol is voluntarily recalling Salon Power and Pazazz hairdryers purchased after January 1, 1992, because plug prongs may break off and cause electric shock.
Super Young Industrial is recalling aluminum two-step ladders sold before November 1989 because the first step may collapse or tear from the frame, causing injuries.
Toys R Us is recalling approximately 120,000 sets of Magic Feeding Bottles because they may break and create small parts that pose an aspiration hazard to young children.
Benjamin-Sheridan is recalling approximately 65,000 CO2 and pneumatic airguns because they can accidentally discharge when the safety is disengaged, posing a risk of serious injury or death.
Santa Fe Trading is recalling 12-inch and 16-inch BMX sidewalk bicycles that violate federal safety standards regarding braking and free-wheeling mechanisms.
Target is recalling 23,500 My First Buddys Pop Pop Cars because small plastic balls may fall out, posing a choking risk to young children.
The Dollywood Company is recalling 4,770 Plastic Rattle and Flute toys because parts may detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
BRK is recalling approximately 3.5 million wired-in smoke detectors because the horns may fail to sound during a fire due to corrosion.
Toys R Us is recalling F.J. Strauss Musical Toothbrush Trainers because the gum massager may detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Creative Products, Inc. is recalling 4,334 Lovely Sonny dolls because small plastic pieces can detach, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Coleman is recalling Model #5360A550 Nightsight PowerStation II Rechargeable Battery Packs because a short circuit could cause a fire. Consumers should contact Coleman for a free replacement.
Braun is issuing a safety notice for E200T and E260T espresso makers because improperly positioned filter holders may release steam and cause burns.
Moore Medical is recalling 11,000 bottles of Valumed Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride capsules because they lack required child-resistant closures, posing a poisoning risk to children.
TPI of Illinois is recalling Train Sets, Sweet Dolls, and Baby's Rattles because small parts separated during testing, posing a choking risk to young children.
Lord Howards is recalling Super Jet toy helicopters because the propeller tips may strike a child's eye. Consumers should remove the toys from use and return them for a free replacement.
CPSC recalls approximately 7,500 Carlson cradle swings due to a possible suffocation risk. Consumers are advised to discard or destroy the products immediately.