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September 3, 2008Appliances
Wolf Appliance Recalls Gas Ranges Due to Burn Hazard
Hazard: Delayed ignition of gas in the 18-inch oven can cause a flash of flames to be projected at a consumer when the range door is opened, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
September 3, 2008Appliances
Worldwise Inc. Recalls Retractable Dog Leashes; Metal Clasp Can Break and Cause Facial and Body Injuries to Dog Owners
Hazard: The metal clasp connecting the leash to a dog's collar can bend or break while in use, causing the leash to recoil back unexpectedly. This poses a serious risk of injury to consumers.
August 28, 2008Appliances
Countertop Water Dispensers Recalled by Greenway Home Products Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Hazard: The internal heating element could overheat and drop molten metal through ventilation openings in the water dispenser's base onto the countertop, posing a fire hazard. The internal heating element also poses a shock hazard to consumers who touch it through the vents.
August 27, 2008Appliances
Goodman Company Recalls Air Conditioner/Heat Pump (PTAC) Units Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The PTAC's power cords can overheat, posing a burn or fire hazard.
August 26, 2008Appliances
Coffee Makers Recalled by Sears Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard: The wiring in the coffee maker can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards to consumers.
August 7, 2008Appliances
Atico International USA Recalls Personal Blenders Due to Laceration Hazard
Hazard: While placing the cup on or off the base of the blender, the blender can be inadvertently turned on, activating the blade. This can pose a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
July 23, 2008Appliances
Dirt Devil Vacuum Accessory Tools Recalled Due to Laceration Hazard
Hazard: Plastic pieces inside the vacuum tool can break apart and be ejected, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
May 29, 2008Appliances
Miele Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Risk of Gas Leak or Fire
Hazard: If the dryer is improperly installed, the dryer's internal gas fitting can loosen, posing a risk of gas leaking into the house. Any gas leak that is not detected can cause asphyxiation, a fire or an explosion. Also, one or both of the caps on the internal exhaust duct can become dislodged, which can cause lint to build up and be carried through the gas burner. This poses a risk of fire.
May 22, 2008Appliances
United Scientific Recalls Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
Hazard: Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard.
May 20, 2008Appliances
Frigidaire Canada Recalls Kenmore Wall Ovens Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard: During extended broiling, gas can build in the oven cavity and escape when the oven door is opened. This poses a burn and possible fire hazard to consumers.
May 6, 2008Appliances
Williamson-Thermoflo Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Hazard: If there is a leak in the vent piping, the recalled boilers can leak carbon monoxide (CO) into the buildings in which they are installed, posing a risk of CO poisoning.
May 6, 2008Appliances
Weil-McLain Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Hazard: If there is a leak in the vent piping, the recalled boilers can leak carbon monoxide (CO) into the buildings in which they are installed, posing a risk of CO poisoning.
May 1, 2008Appliances
QVC Recalls Space Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
April 3, 2008Appliances
Goodman Manufacturing Co. Recalls Heating and Cooling Units Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The serial plates on the units contain inaccurate information that could result in the use of undersized installation wiring, posing a fire hazard.
April 3, 2008Appliances
A.O. Smith Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards
Hazard: The water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the venting unit, posing a fire hazard. Also, the water heater's exhaust can leak into the surrounding room, posing a carbon monoxide hazard.
March 19, 2008Appliances
Salton Inc. Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.
March 12, 2008Appliances
Ensto Control Oy Recalls Toggle and Rotary Switches Due to Electric Shock Hazards
Hazard: When switched OFF, one electrical pole may remain energized, posing a risk of electrical shock hazard to consumers.
March 12, 2008Appliances
JCPenney Recalls Cooks Deep Fryers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Hazard: The deep fryer has a faulty heating element, which can cause it to overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
March 6, 2008Appliances
Hamilton Beach Recalls Toasters Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The toasters can remain "on" (energized) after popping up, and can ignite flammable items covering or in contact with the toaster, posing a fire hazard.
March 4, 2008Appliances
LDR Industries Recalls Gas Connectors Due to Fire and Explosion Hazards
Hazard: The gas connectors can leak propane or natural gas, posing a fire and explosion hazard to consumers.
February 21, 2008Appliances
Greenheck Fan Recalls Indirect Gas Fired Furnaces Due to Risk of Fire
Hazard: The ignition control module can fail preventing the unit from shutting down in high temperature conditions. This poses a risk of fire, as well as hazardous fumes being released from burning/melting insulation.
February 21, 2008Appliances
Rinnai Recalls Wall Furnaces Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Hazard: A gasket in the unit can fail, posing a risk of poisonous carbon monoxide gas leaking into the home.
February 11, 2008Appliances
General Electric Recalls Gas Dryers Due to Shock Hazard
Hazard: A short circuit in the dryer's wiring poses a shock hazard to consumers with ungrounded dryers.
January 17, 2008Appliances
Sears and Kmart Recall Play Stoves Due to Tip-over Hazard
Hazard: A metal bracket connecting the door to the stove can cause a tip-over when the door is opened. This poses a risk of injury to young children.
December 21, 2007Appliances
Pressure Cookers Recalled By Manttra Inc. Due to Burn Hazard
Hazard: If the pressure cookers are not closed properly, the lid can separate and allow hot contents to spill out. This poses a risk of burns to consumers.
December 12, 2007Appliances
Outdoor Vacuums with Honda Engines Recalled By Billy Goat Industries Inc. Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The vacuum's fuel tank could crack and leak fuel. If gasoline leaking from the fuel tank is ignited, a fire or explosion can occur. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
December 11, 2007Appliances
QVC Recalls Electric Toasters Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The toaster can turn on without bread in the slots and ignite items placed on top of it, posing a fire hazard.
December 5, 2007Appliances
Black & Decker Brand Toasters Recalled By Applica Consumer Products Inc. Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: An electrical component in the toaster can overheat and ignite the circuit board, posing a fire hazard.
December 5, 2007Appliances
General Electric Recalls Microwave Combo Wall Ovens Due to Fire Hazard
Hazard: The door switch in the microwave oven can overheat and ignite plastic components in the control area, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The lower thermal oven does not pose a hazard.
November 6, 2007Appliances
Hunter Fan Recalls Humidifiers for Fire Hazard
Hazard: Water used in the humidifier can leak into the unit's electrical compartment, posing a fire hazard.