No. 16-253Appliances
Whirlpool Recalls Microwaves Due to Fire Hazard
Whirlpool
Hazard: Internal arcing during use can ignite an internal plastic component, posing a fire hazard.
2016 recalls
75 supported household-product notices published in 2016, from official CPSC data.
Recall results
No. 16-250Generators
All Power Portable Generators Recalled by J.D. North America Due to Explosion, Fire and Burn Hazards
J.D. North America
Hazard: The fuel tank can leak, posing explosion, fire and burn hazards.
No. 16-767Furniture
Sauder Woodworking Recalls Chest of Drawers Due to Serious Tip-Over Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Walmart.com (Recall Alert)
Sauder Woodworking
Hazard: The recalled chests are unstable unless they are properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that could result in death or serious injuries to children. Due to a manufacturing problem, these chests do not comply with the voluntary safety standard (ASTM F2057-14).
No. 16-239Generators
Kohler Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Shock Hazard
Kohler
Hazard: The generators have a wiring error, which can result in an electrical shock risk if an electrical device is plugged into the generator.
No. 16-241Lighting & Ceiling Fans
Flos Recalls Pendant Light Fixtures Due to Risk of Injury
Flos
Hazard: The dome on the light fixture can detach and fall unexpectedly, posing a risk of injury from impact.
No. 16-764Smoke & CO Alarms
National Time Fire Alarm Pull Stations Recalled by Signal Communications Due to Failure to Alert Consumers; Sold Exclusively by National Time & Signal (Recall Alert)
Signal Communications
Hazard: The pull handle on the fire alarm pull station can break when manually pulled and fail to activate the alarm system.
No. 16-234Generators
Lekker Recalls Patriot Power Generators Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively Online at 4Patriots.com
Lekker
Hazard: The battery sold with the generator can catch fire, posing a fire hazard to the user or bystanders.
No. 16-762Mattresses & Bedding
Emson Recalls UComfy Heat Wraps Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)
E. Mishan & Sons, Inc. (Emson)
Hazard: The heat wrap can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
No. 16-759Appliances
Frigidaire and Kenmore Wall Ovens Recalled by Electrolux Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
Electrolux Home Products
Hazard: The thermal switch on the ovens can malfunction due to improper manufacturing, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
No. 16-224Lighting & Ceiling Fans
Home Source Recalls Floor Lamps Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
Home Source Industries
Hazard: The lamps can short circuit due to defective sockets, posing fire and shock hazards.
No. 16-222Furniture
Bernhardt Recalls Dressers and Nightstands Due to Serious Tip-Over Hazard
Bernhardt Furniture
Hazard: The recalled dressers are unstable if they are not properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children.
No. 16-204Furniture
Following an Additional Child Fatality, IKEA Recalls 29 Million MALM and Other Models of Chests and Dressers Due to Serious Tip-Over Hazard; Consumers Urged to Anchor Chests and Dressers or Return for Refund
IKEA North America
Hazard: The recalled chests and dressers are unstable if they are not properly anchored to the wall, posing a serious tip-over and entrapment hazard that can result in death or injuries to children.