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.
U.S. Divers is recalling scuba regulators sold after December 1, 1976, because a defective clamp ring may cause the regulator to flood and cut off air flow.
M.W. Kasch is recalling 8,400 sets of wooden alphabet blocks because paint on some blocks exceeds the permissible lead level.
H-G Toys is recalling Par-Golf Toy Golf Clubs (models 721 and 723) because the metal rod may separate from the handle, posing a laceration hazard.
Crosman is recalling approximately 25,000 model 454 BB pistols because an improper dimension may allow the gun to discharge with the safety engaged.
The CPSC is recalling 12 educational models for blind children due to excessive lead content in their paint. No injuries or illnesses have been reported.
Ideal Toy Corporation is recalling 60,000 Snoopy toy banks because the paint contains lead levels exceeding CPSC limits. Consumers should return the banks for a full refund.
The CPSC issued a final rule banning lead-containing paint on consumer products like amusement rides to prevent lead poisoning in children.
Century Products is recalling non-folding 747 Command high chairs because a weld may break, causing the seat and child to fall.
Black & Decker is recalling approximately 40,000 No. 8209 Type 1 weed and grass trimmers because handle assembly can damage cord insulation, posing a risk of serious electrical shock.
BRK Electronics is recalling SS749 series smoke detectors manufactured before September 26, 1975, because defective resistors could cause internal fires or render units inoperable.
Master Lock is recalling approximately 32,000 smoke alarms that may fail to detect smoke due to manufacturing defects.
Under Sea Industries is recalling Scubapro and Pilot Mark VII scuba regulators due to a defective O-ring that could cause air flow reduction or suffocation.
Bristol Myers is substituting Excedrin analgesic tablets because packages failed to meet federal child-resistant regulations. The recall covers 225 and 375 tablet sizes distributed nationwide prior to April 1977.
King Athletic Goods is offering free repair kits for King Sport aluminum baseball bats where rubber grips may become loose or damaged, posing a risk of injury.
Air Comfort is recalling 6,002 console humidifiers and combination air cleaner/humidifiers because a fan speed control could short circuit, smoke, or burn.
CPSC announced the recall of three Marklin electric train transformer models due to improperly soldered connections that violate federal safety regulations.
Strombecker is recalling three electric toy road racing sets and a power pack transformer because they fail federal safety regulations and pose an electrical shock hazard.
North American Systems is voluntarily recalling 3.1 million Mr. Coffee coffeemakers manufactured in 1975 due to potential shock and fire risks.
Grand Prix Electronics is recalling Model 3200 stereo tape decks and record players sold before March 23, 1977, due to a defect in the electrical wiring that may present a shock hazard.
CPSC is recalling 435 Marklin electric toy train transformers due to non-compliance with federal safety regulations. Consumers should return the items to the place of purchase for a full refund.
RAPCO is recalling two models of electric rock polishers because they pose a risk of electric shock. Consumers should return the units for a full refund.
Chadwick-Miller is recalling electric refrigerator defrosters due to defects that can cause electric shock or cord ignition. One minor burn injury has been reported.
Eltrinic Corporation is recalling approximately 20,000 fluorescent under-cabinet light fixtures imported from Taiwan due to a defect capable of causing electric shock.
Electronic Creations is recalling Teletone Model 54740 phonograph toys because the case can split open, exposing live electrical parts and posing a shock hazard.
Pride-Trimble is recalling tubular steel bed guard rails because paint tests revealed lead levels exceeding federal safety limits.