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.
The CPSC issued a warning regarding candles with lead-core wicks, noting that while individual exposure is low, cumulative lead intake poses health risks, particularly for children.
Cotton City and JC Penney are recalling about 16,000 ponchos because the fringe may be flammable. Consumers should stop wearing them and return them for a refund.
Consumer Products Industries is recalling decorative night lights sold under CalComp, Cal Camp, and CPI labels because a defect exposes live electrical conductors, posing a shock risk.
CPSC ordered the recall of Wel-Dex electric arc welders sold between 1968 and 1975 due to risks of severe electrical shocks, burns, or fires.
Hamill and Huffman are recalling 25,000 Tote Along bicycle child carriers because they may separate from the bicycle if not installed correctly.
Guild Industries is recalling mattresses manufactured since December 23, 1973, that do not meet federal flammability standards under a CPSC consent agreement.
Jerold Men's Shops is recalling specific cotton sportswear tops sold in the Boston area because they do not meet federal flammability standards and may be dangerously flammable.
May Department Stores is recalling G. Fox cotton sportswear tops that do not meet federal flammability standards and may be dangerously flammable.
Garb-Age is recalling cotton sportswear tops sold in 1974 that do not meet federal flammability standards and may be dangerously flammable.
Greensboro Manufacturing Company recalled girls' gowns, size 0-6X, because flammability labels were placed in inconspicuous locations, failing Flammable Fabrics Act standards.
Galaxy Carpet Mills is recalling Laredo and Polara carpets produced between late 1972 and early 1973 because they failed federal flammability tests.
CPSC approved a consent agreement for manufacturers to replace rubber grips on aluminum baseball bats that could separate and strike nearby people.
Wham-O is recalling approximately 15,000 Power-master rifle and pistol crossbows because a latch defect may cause the bow to fire prematurely. Consumers should discard or destroy these products.
Continental Industries is recalling Galveston Bay nylon pile carpets because they failed to meet federal flammability standards. Consumers should contact their retailer for return information.
Venture Industries is recalling specific wool and nylon shag pile carpets and rugs that failed federal flammability standards.
Airflow Mattress is recalling mattresses manufactured between June and December 1973 that failed to meet federal flammability standards.
Tahki Imports recalled wool yarn imported from Pakistan due to potential anthrax spore contamination. Consumers should seal the yarn and contact health officials for disposal.
Colony Carpets is recalling 62 rolls of Shalimar shag carpeting because re-dying affected flame-retardant properties, posing a fire hazard.
General Felt Industries is recalling approximately 183,000 yards of Falcon Fashion Right carpets that failed federal flammability standards. Consumers should contact their retailer to verify if their carpet is affected.
India Malaysia Imports, Inc. agreed to stop selling and recall full-length gypsy-style skirts that failed federal flammability standards.
Jorges Carpet Mills is recalling Magic Affair carpets that failed to meet federal flammability standards. Consumers should contact their place of purchase to verify if their carpet is affected.
Keller Industries is recalling Caravan style carpets and rugs that fail to meet federal flammability standards. Consumers should contact the company to process or destroy the products.
Hartford Carpet Mills is recalling specific carpets and rugs that fail federal flammability standards. Consumers should contact the company to process or destroy the products.
CPSC recalls six styles of Miles/Sinclair unisex sportswear tops that fail federal flammability standards. Consumers should stop wearing the garments and contact the company for a refund.
S. Schwab is recalling a small number of boys' and girls' pajamas that failed to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear.