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Product recalls including power tools from http://cpsc.gov

Fuel Cells Used With Framing Nailers Recalled by Paslode for Fire Hazard
(Thu, 15 May 2008 17:30:00 GMT)
The fuel cells used to power cordless framing nailers can leak fuel, posing a fire hazard.
Maple Chase Co. Recalls Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Monoxide/Smoke Combo Alarms Due to Alarm Malfunction
(Thu, 15 May 2008 17:30:00 GMT)
The recalled alarms can sound a "double chirp"/fault alarm in the presence of CO, prior to going into full alarm. Upon hearing a double chirp, the Owner's Manual instructions recommend a consumer take the alarm out of service, which could expose consumers to hazardous levels of CO and suffer injury or death.
Williamson-Thermoflo Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
(Tue, 06 May 2008 15:00:00 GMT)
If there is a leak in the vent piping, the recalled boilers can leak carbon monoxide (CO) into the buildings in which they are installed, posing a risk of CO poisoning.
Weil-McLain Gas Boilers Recalled Due to Carbon Monoxide Hazard
(Tue, 06 May 2008 15:00:00 GMT)
If there is a leak in the vent piping, the recalled boilers can leak carbon monoxide (CO) into the buildings in which they are installed, posing a risk of CO poisoning.
QVC Recalls Space Heaters Due to Fire Hazard
(Thu, 01 May 2008 15:30:00 GMT)
The unit can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
DEWALT Recalls Table Saws Due to Laceration Hazard
(Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:45:00 GMT)
The pivot bracket on the saw can separate which can misalign the blade and the fence and cause kick back. This poses a laceration hazard to consumers.
Waxcessories Recalls Electric Simmer Pots Due to Risk of Fire and Shock
(Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:30:00 GMT)
The simmer pots have wire connections that can become loose, posing a risk of fire and electric shock to consumers.
Fisher Controls International Recalls Gas Regulators for Leak Hazard
(Thu, 24 Apr 2008 15:30:00 GMT)
Gas can leak from regulator when the diaphragm pulls inward into the casing, posing a fire or explosion hazard to consumers.
HSN Recalls Power Strips for Charge-It-All Valets Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
(Wed, 16 Apr 2008 15:00:00 GMT)
The power strip located inside the valet has undersized wires, which can pose fire and shock hazards to consumers.
Michaels Stores Recalls Seasonal Writing Pens Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
(Thu, 10 Apr 2008 15:30:00 GMT)
The seasonal writing pens' surface coating contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Fire Alarm Control Panel Recalled By Gamewell FCI Due to Alert Failure
(Wed, 09 Apr 2008 14:45:00 GMT)
The sounder on the panel’s main circuit board can fail to alert when there is a malfunction.
A.O. Smith Recalls Gas Water Heaters Due to Fire and Carbon Monoxide Hazards
(Thu, 03 Apr 2008 17:15:00 GMT)
The water heater's flue gas temperatures can exceed safe limits and produce excessive temperatures in the venting unit, posing a fire hazard. Also, the water heater's exhaust can leak into the surrounding room, posing a carbon monoxide hazard.
Wal-Mart Recalls Candle Holders Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards
(Thu, 03 Apr 2008 16:30:00 GMT)
The candle holders could tip over, posing a fire hazard. Also, the glass holder could break, posing a laceration hazard to consumers.
Master Lock Recalls Lock and Leash Locks Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
(Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:00:00 GMT)
Red surface paint on the locks contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
Avon Products Recalls Plush Warming Polar Bears Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
(Thu, 27 Mar 2008 12:30:00 GMT)
The warming pouch inside the bear can overheat and ignite when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Air Pistols That Can Fire Unexpectedly Are Recalled by Umarex USA
(Wed, 14 May 2008 13:30:00 GMT)
The air pistols can accidentally discharge, posing a risk of serious injury if the air pistol is loaded and pointed at the user or another person when it discharges.
American Honda Motor Co. Recalls ATVs Due to Loss of Steering Control
(Thu, 08 May 2008 16:45:00 GMT)
The electric power steering shaft of the recalled ATVs could break unexpectedly, resulting in the rider's losing steering control. This poses a risk of injury or death to riders.
TJ Power Sports Recalls Dune Buggies Due To Ejection Hazard
(Tue, 06 May 2008 15:00:00 GMT)
The seat belt adjustment for the shoulder buckle can break during impact or stress, posing an ejection and injury hazard to driver and passenger.
Performance Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
(Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:00:00 GMT)
The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
Nashbar Direct Inc. Recalls Bicycle Resistance Trainers Due to Puncture Hazard
(Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:00:00 GMT)
The springs in the resistance trainers can unhook and become a projectile, posing a puncture hazard to users or bystanders.
Kawasaki Motors Corp. U.S.A. Recalls Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Frame Failure
(Tue, 4 Mar 2008 19:15:00 GMT)
One or more of the motorcycle's frame welds could be missing or made incorrectly allowing the frame to crack or break, posing a risk of serious injury to riders.
Polaris Industries Inc. Recalls ATVs Due to Risk of Injury to Riders
(Tue, 4 Mar 2008 16:30:00 GMT)
A retention bolt can come loose causing the rear wheels to lock up, which poses a risk of serious injury to the rider.
Polaris Industries Expands Recall of ATVs Due to Fire Hazard
(Thu, 14 Feb 2008 14:15:00 GMT)
The ATVs can have defective Electronic Control Modules (ECM) that overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to riders.
Trek Recalls Girls Bicycles Due To Frame Failure
(Thu, 7 Feb 2008 18:00:00 GMT)
The bicycle's frame can break during use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries.
Inversion Therapy Tables Recalled by Stamina Products Due to Fall Hazard
(Wed, 16 Jan 2008 21:15:00 GMT)
A weld in the center of the inversion table can fail when the table is in an inverted position, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
ATVs Recalled By American Honda Motor Co. Due to Loss of Speed Control
(Wed, 09 Jan 2008 17:00:00 GMT)
Water can enter the throttle position sensor and freeze, causing permanent damage if the rider forces the throttle lever. This could cause the throttle to stick open, posing a risk of injury or death to riders.
Cannondale Recalls Scalpel Mountain Bikes; Frame Failure Poses Crash Hazard
(Tue, 08 Jan 2008 17:00:00 GMT)
The frame can break while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision.
ATVs Recalled By KYMCO Due to Suspension Failure; Riders Can Lose Control of Vehicle
(Wed, 02 Jan 2008 17:00:00 GMT)
The pivot bolts holding the rear suspension onto the frame can become loose, causing the rear swing arm to detach from the chassis posing a risk of injury or death to the operator.
Bombardier Recreational Products Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard
(Wed, 19 Dec 2007 14:00:00 GMT)
A defect in the carburetor can prevent the throttle from freely returning to the idle position. This can result in an unexpected loss of control leading to a collision and cause serious injuries or death.
Full Body Safety Harnesses Recalled by Gorilla Due to Fall Hazard
(Tue, 18 Dec 2007 15:00:00 GMT)
The harnesses could fail during use, resulting in a hunter falling from the tree stand and suffering serious injuries or death.