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Designs Direct Recalls Rooster-Themed Lamps Sold Exclusively at Fred's Inc. Due to Risks of Shock and Fire

Tue, 02/07/2012 - 10:30
The electrical cord can fray near the base of the lamp, posing a fire or shock hazard to consumers.
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Bumbleride Recalls Indie & Indie Twin Strollers Due to Fall Hazard

Fri, 02/03/2012 - 13:00
The front wheel can break at the axle hub, causing the stroller to tip and posing a fall hazard.
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Weeplay Kids Recalls Infant Bodysuits Due to Choking Hazard

Fri, 02/03/2012 - 12:00
The snaps can detach from the fabric of the garment, posing a choking hazard to infants and young children.
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Fire Concerns Prompt York International to Reannounce Recall of Gas Furnaces for Manufactured Homes

Fri, 02/03/2012 - 11:00
The furnace can overheat and cause the heat-exchanger to crack and create openings that allow flames to be exposed. When this happens, drywall and other nearby combustibles are exposed to the flames, posing a fire and smoke hazard to consumers.
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HP Recalls Fax Machines Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 11:00
The fax machines can overheat due to an internal electrical component failure, posing fire and burn hazards.
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LTD Commodities Recalls Sleeper Ottomans Due to Fall Hazard

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 10:30
The welding joints on the legs can break, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
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Konica Minolta Recalls Printers Due to Fire Hazard

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 10:00
The printers can short circuit and overheat during use, posing a fire hazard.
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Overarching Floor Lamp Recalled by West Elm Due to Shock Hazard

Thu, 02/02/2012 - 09:00
A short circuit can occur in the lamp's wiring, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
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Hurricane Style Lights Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire Hazard

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 12:30
An electrical short circuit can occur in the light's internal wiring, causing smoke and posing a fire hazard.
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Holiday Tea Light Candle Warmers Recalled by Christmas Tree Shops Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 12:00
The candle warmers can catch fire because the warming bowl is positioned too close to the tea light candle, posing fire and burn hazards.
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The Container Store Recalls Brightly-Colored Power Strips Due to Fire Hazard

Wed, 02/01/2012 - 11:00
The power strips have undersized wiring, and the wiring and plastic strip fail to meet the requirements for fire resistance, posing a fire hazard.
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