No. 07-026Power Tools
DeWalt Recalls Framing Saws and Circular Saws for Laceration Hazard
DeWalt
Hazard: The lower blade guard can fail to close, leaving the blade exposed and presenting a laceration hazard to consumers.
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2006 recalls
69 supported household-product notices published in 2006, from official CPSC data.
Recall results
No. 07-025Power Tools
WMH Tool Group Inc. Recalls Wilton Mitre Saws for Laceration Hazard
Wilton Mitre
Hazard: The aluminum cast pivot joint that connects the base of the saw to the head assembly (which contains the saw blade) can crack under extreme pressure or force, causing the blade assembly to unexpectedly break free from the stationary base. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
No. 07-506Grills & Fireplaces
Cobb America Inc. Warns Charcoal Grill Purchasers of CO Hazard
Cobb America
Hazard: Like all charcoal grills, this grill emits carbon monoxide gas, which can kill within minutes when used indoors. The Web sites, recipe book, and visuals in a promotional video create the impression that the Cobb Cooker can be used indoors. The recipe book says that it can be used on your dining room table, and the promotional video showed a man carrying the grill into the house while the charcoal was still burning.
No. 07-017Lighting & Ceiling Fans
Streetlights Recalled by Beacon Products Due to Injury Hazard to Passersby
Beacon Products
Hazard: The lighting fixtures could fall from their lamp posts due to a problem with the coupling system used to secure them. This poses a risk of injury for persons beneath the lighting fixtures.
No. 07-011Home Electronics
Sony Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Previous Fires
Sony
Hazard: These lithium-ion batteries can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
No. 07-503Mattresses & Bedding
Dux Interiors Protective Mattress Covers Recalled for Fire Hazard
Dux Interiors
Hazard: The terry cloth PMCs, which were made to fit over the Dux top pads, do not meet the federal standard for flammability under the Flammable Fabrics Act. They pose a risk of burn injury to consumers if exposed to smoldering or burning cigarettes.
No. 07-004Grills & Fireplaces
Agio International Recalls Outdoor Gas Fire Pits Due to Fire Hazard
Agio International
Hazard: If the regulator hose for the propane cylinder contacts the burner during use, the hose can rupture, presenting a risk of a fire outside of the unit.
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No. 06-270Home Electronics
Lenovo and IBM Announce Recall of ThinkPad Notebook Computer Batteries Due to Fire Hazard
Sony
Hazard: These lithium-ion batteries can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
No. 06-581Lighting & Ceiling Fans
Advantus Corp. Recalls Desk Lamps Due to Burn Hazard
Advantus
Hazard: The plastic near the bulb of these lamps can overheat and melt. This poses a burn hazard to consumers who could touch the hot plastic.
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No. 06-257Grills & Fireplaces
John Deere Gas Barbecue Grills Recalled Due to Fire, Burn Hazards
Onward Manufacturing
Hazard: Operating the grill in windy conditions can blow the flame under the control panel, causing the grill to overheat or cause flashbacks. Flames could damage the hose that supplies gas to the burner, causing an uncontrolled flame. Also, the grill's control knobs could overheat, resulting in burns to hands.
No. 06-256Electrical
Pride Products Recalls Counterfeit Extension Cords Due to Fire Hazard
Pride Products
Hazard: The counterfeit extension cords have undersized wiring and no fuse in the cord to provide over-current protection, which can cause overheating and pose a fire hazard.
No. 06-255Furniture
Pier 1 Imports Recalls TV Stands for Tipping Hazard
Pier 1 Imports
Hazard: If a consumer leans on the stand's drawer when open, the unit can tilt forward and cause a television on top to slide off, posing a risk of injury or death.