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.
Kenner is recalling Colorblaster spray art toys because the handle may separate and strike a child. Consumers should return the toy for a refund or replacement.
Blue Box Toys is recalling Activity Water Balls because they may break and create small parts that pose a fatal choking hazard to young children.
Chase Laboratories is recalling Geneva Generics Prenatal Vitamins with Folic Acid because the bottles lack child-resistant closures, posing a risk of iron toxicity to children.
Alston Quality Industries is voluntarily replacing Mobilsedia folding metal chairs that may collapse due to hinge or seat defects, causing reported injuries.
NuTone is replacing defective ceiling fan brackets on approximately 310,000 paddle fans to prevent them from falling. Consumers should stop using the fans and contact NuTone for a free repair.
M. Grumbacher, Inc. is voluntarily recalling approximately 332,761 artists' paint brushes because the paint on the wooden handles contains excess lead.
Lawrence Jewelry and K & M Associates are recalling L.J. Kids kaleidoscope necklaces because the tubes can break into small parts, posing a choking risk to children.
Rawlings Sporting Goods is recalling the Batting Tee children's sports toy because the metal stake may pull out and strike players.
Hanover House is recalling Pull-Up Exercisers and Maxi Rowers because springs may break or frames may tip, causing injuries.
Hyman Products is recalling 750 Jingle Bell Cat and Dog plush toys because zipper clasps can separate, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Hamilton Beach is replacing model 230 and 232 hand-held mixers because internal fan blades broke and contaminated food, causing minor injuries.
North American Bear Company is recalling 'Cats Pajamas' and 'Slugger Bear' stuffed animals because small parts can detach and pose a choking risk to young children.
Value Merchants, Inc. is recalling approximately 3,850 battery-operated Symphony Loco toy trains because they may break and produce small parts that pose a fatal choking hazard to young children.
Tara Toy is recalling Sesame Street Nursery Sets because the bathtub faucet and handles can break off, creating small parts that pose a choking hazard to young children.
McCrory Corporation is recalling approximately 10,000 sets of Play Cars because the tires can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Jak Pak is recalling 6,939 Rain or Shine Dolls because movable arms can detach and pose a choking hazard to young children.
Graco recalled walker play trays for model 45537 because a removable music button poses a choking hazard. Consumers should discard affected units.
Woods Wire Products is recalling 6,000 remote control receivers sold in 1991 because an internal wiring defect could cause a short circuit and fire.
Sail Harbor is recalling 2,000 Wind-Up Row n Row Boat toys because they may break into small, sharp parts that pose a choking or puncture risk to young children.
Kmart is recalling Suncraft white plastic resin patio chairs that may collapse under aggressive use or heavier weight, causing injuries.
Aprica is recalling about 400 Rockin Rollin Rider toys because children have fallen from them. Consumers should stop using the toys and return them for a refund.
Yazoo is modifying commercial walk-behind mowers sold to consumers that lack a blade control device required by CPSC standards.
House of Lloyd is recalling 7,200 Infant's Playmats and 21,000 Special Skunk stuffed toys because small parts can break off, posing a choking hazard to young children.
Tyco is recalling Big Bird Sparklin Smile toothbrushes because reversed batteries may rupture or leak, causing burns or eye injuries.
Mattel is recalling Disney Poppin' Sounds Pull Train toys because small balls in the smokestack dome can become accessible if the toy breaks, posing a choking hazard.