Severity 2 of 5
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Severity 2 (Moderate) recalls cover minor labeling errors, low-risk contamination, and voluntary precautionary recalls. The agency's own classification is typically FDA Class III, or the issue is something like incomplete instructions or a small UPC mismatch where the product itself is safe but doesn't meet documentation requirements. Use the same brand-name product safely; follow the manufacturer's instructions for return or exchange if you want a refund.
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.
NHTSA is recalling 2004-2011 Toyota and Scion vehicles sold without required load carrying capacity modification labels, which may increase crash risk if overloaded.
Ford is recalling 2010 Mustang Shelby GT 500 vehicles because the rear tire size information on the labels is incorrect, which could affect vehicle handling and stability.
Yokohama is recalling specific Avid H4S tires because they lack required identification markings on one sidewall, which could delay future safety repairs.
Charles David is recalling about 3,200 pairs of women's sample shoes sold at Nordstrom because heels can detach, posing a fall hazard.
Starbucks is recalling approximately 167,000 Fusion Coffee Mugs because the plastic handle can detach when filled with hot liquids, posing a minor burn hazard.
Payless ShoeSource is recalling about 90,000 girls' boots because the zipper pulls can interlock, causing children to trip and fall.
CFM U.S. Corp. is recalling about 1.8 million multi-purpose gas lighters sold at Wal-Mart because they lack English safety warning labels.
Regal Lager is recalling about 14,300 Phil & Teds e3 strollers with doubles seats because children in the lower add-on seat can touch the rear tires, posing an abrasion hazard.
Nintendo is replacing wrist straps for Wii controllers because the cords may break during use, posing a risk of injury to bystanders.
NRS and LL Bean are recalling about 700 inflatable water boards because they lack required safety warning labels. No injuries have been reported.
SSC Inc. is recalling about 4,000 Safe-Seat Plus infant seats for shopping carts because a chalky residue may cause skin irritation. No injuries have been reported.
Unilever is recalling Dove SkinVitalizer Facial Cleansing Massagers because the cleansing pillows can loosen and cause minor scratches.
abc distributing LLC is recalling about 8,300 Pilates balls because plastic clips and rubber tubing can separate, posing a fall and impact hazard.
CPSC and Black Diamond Equipment are recalling Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots because the plastic boot cuff can crack, causing discomfort.
Ginger is recalling Kubic, K2, and Surface bathroom light fixtures because the glass shades can fall and break, posing a cut hazard.
GapKids is recalling 5,200 girls' straw cowboy hats because a thin wire inside the seam can break free, posing a laceration hazard. Two minor scratches have been reported.
Palliser Furniture Ltd. is recalling Poof Chairs and Table Sets because a metal rod can protrude through the fabric, posing a risk of scratches or cuts.
Essex PB&R is recalling Plus 10 Fire Escape Hoods because they do not protect against chemical warfare agents as previously claimed. No injuries have been reported.
Bath & Body Works is recalling approximately 1,000 ice shavers sold in May 2002 because the stainless steel blade can cut consumers' hands and fingers.
Reed & Barton is recalling Powerscourt Sterling Teething Rings because solder flux may irritate skin or mouths. No injuries have been reported.
The Paper Magic Group is recalling about 31,000 Peppermint Basket Candles because the ceramic handle can become hot and cause burns.
The Tanglefoot Co. is recalling about 35,000 cans of Tree Wound and Grafting Compound because pressure can build inside the can and forcibly discharge the compound, causing temporary skin irritation.
Big Roc Tools is voluntarily recalling about 18,600 trouble lights manufactured by Power Craft in China.
Bemis Manufacturing is recalling about 5,000 Grand Sequoia plastic lawn chairs that may collapse unexpectedly due to shipment damage, causing minor injuries.
Mattel is offering refunds for Cabbage Patch Kids Snacktime dolls after reports of hair and fingers getting caught in the dolls' mouths.