2000-04-10 to 2000-04-16
4
Recalls
407,007
Units
0
Injuries
6
Deaths
Sources: CPSC
Other Recalls
CPSC2000-04-137 units
CPSC, Graco Announce Recall of Infant Swings
Graco Children's Products Inc., of Elverson, Pa.
The restraint systems on the older swings consist of a waist belt only and a hinged or removable tray, which serves as a restraint. If parts are missing, the restraints are not used, or the tray pops off, infants can slip down into the seat and strangle or fall from the swing.
CPSC2000-04-1295,000 units
CPSC, Proctor-Silex Announce Recall of Toasters
Proctor-Silex Inc., of Glen Allen, Va.
The heating elements in these toasters can remain on after the toast pops up. This poses a fire hazard.
CPSC2000-04-11200,000 units
CPSC, John Deere Consumer Products Inc. Announce Recall of Homelite® Handheld Power Blowers/Vacuums
John Deere Consumer Products Inc., of Charlotte, N.C.
The fuel line location can cause it to contact the edge of the engine shroud, causing the line to prematurely wear. This can result in a gasoline leak, presenting a fire hazard and causing burn injuries to consumers.
CPSC2000-04-11112,000 units
CPSC, American Honda Motor Co. Inc. Announce Recall of Lawnmowers
American Honda Motor Co. Inc., of Torrance, Calif.
The lawnmowers' fuel tanks' seam can split or crack, leaking fuel, and creating a fire and burn hazard to consumers.