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Product Recalls (12-19-07)

by Maricar on December 19th, 2007

Here are some product recalls that might be of interest, not only to parents, but to all homemakers/homeowners in general:

*** Voluntary Recall of American Honda Motor Corp. LAWN MOWERS Due to Laceration Hazard

Name of Products: Honda Walk-Behind Lawn Mowers

Hazard: The cutting blades could rotate under power when the control
lever is released. The lawn mowers do not comply with mandatory federal
safety standards for lawn mowers. The spinning blade poses a serious
laceration hazard to consumers.

Learn more about this recall here.

*** Voluntary Recall of BICYCLE HELMETS by Specialized Due to Failing Helmet Standard

Name of Product: Specialized Bicycle Helmets

Hazard: The helmets fail testing required under CPSC’s safety standard for bicycle helmets. This can pose a head injury hazard to riders in a fall.

Learn more about this recall here.

** Voluntary Recall of “Soldier Bear” Toys by AAFES Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Name of Product: Soldier Bear Toys

Hazard: The surface paint on the toys contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.

Learn about this recall here.

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