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๐Ÿ  Consumer Products โ€ข 1,131 recalls

6-foot Power Xtension

Unknown Manufacturer

Class II - Moderate

The counterfeit extension cords could have undersized wire and substandard insulation, which can cause overheating, resulting in a possible shock hazard.

Aug 10, 2006 Electronics Nationwide View Details โ†’
Class III - Low Risk

The blade that trims the excess string of these weed trimmers can detach from the plastic shield covering the trimmer head. The blade can be thrown outward, hitting the user or bystander, resulting in a laceration.

Aug 1, 2006 Electronics Nationwide View Details โ†’

Porter-Cable Cordless Brad Nailer

Porter-Cable, of Jackson, Tenn.

Class I - Dangerous

The nailer can eject a nail while the switch is in the "off" position, if the trigger is pulled and it is placed on a surface. This can pose a serious injury to consumers or bystanders.

Jun 29, 2006 Electronics Nationwide View Details โ†’

Cable Assemblies (used in wall climbing)

Extreme Engineering, of Newcastle, Calif.

Class II - Moderate

The cable eye, or round metal tube that holds the cable, could have a fracture, reducing the overall strength of the cable assembly. If the cable assembly were to fail, this would result in a free-fall hazard for the climber.

Jun 9, 2006 Electronics Nationwide View Details โ†’
Class I - Dangerous

These alarms can drain the power from batteries rapidly, causing premature low battery power. Consumers will be alerted to the low battery power and the need to replace the battery by a chirping of the unit. If the batteries on the smoke/CO alarm are not replaced before the battery power terminates, the alarm will not detect smoke in the event of a possible fire and the presence of carbon monoxide.

May 2, 2006 Electronics Nationwide View Details โ†’

Shindaiwa Backpack Blowers

Unknown Manufacturer

Class I - Dangerous

The backpack blower's muffler support bracket can break, creating an opening in the muffler body. Hot exhaust gases could then escape from the muffler and melt the fuel tank or ignite grease or debris around the fuel tank, posing a fire hazard.

Apr 25, 2006 Electronics Nationwide View Details โ†’

Rechargeable Battery Packs

Unknown Manufacturer

Class II - Moderate

These battery packs can short circuit, causing them to overheat and melt the protective plastic covering, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Apr 6, 2006 Electronics Nationwide View Details โ†’

Glowin' Dino and Glowin' Doggy Animal Flashlights

The Little Tikes Co., of Hudson, Ohio

Class II - Moderate

The light green paint on the dinosaur-shaped flashlight and the brown paint on the dog-shaped flashlight could contain excess levels of lead. Lead is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects.

Mar 1, 2006 Electronics Nationwide View Details โ†’