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Outdoor Recalls

Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by American Electric Lighting Due to Shock Hazard

March 3, 2010

Improper wiring in the light fixtures poses a shock hazard to consumers.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below will take you to the original recall press release containing complete information, including instructions about what to do if you are affected by this recall.
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Gas Cans Recalled by No-Spill; Containers Can Leak and Create Fire Hazard

January 7, 2010

The gas containers can leak fuel at the black plastic collar where the spout connects to the can, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below will take you to the original recall press release containing complete information, [...]

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Sagittarius Sporting Goods Recalls Gas Grills Sold at Lowe’s Stores Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

January 6, 2010

The flexible rubber hose on the LP gas tank can come into contact with burner box, causing the hose to melt and rupture when the grill is lit. This poses a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below [...]

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Verandah Patio Fireplaces Recalled by W.S. Badcock Corp. Due to Fire Hazard

December 23, 2009

A paint used to finish the exterior shell may catch fire, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below will take you to the original recall press release containing complete information, including instructions about what to do if you [...]

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JCPenney Recalls Cooks Outdoor BBQ Grills Due to Fire Hazard

December 10, 2009

The drip pan on the grill does not allow for adequate drainage, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below will take you to the original recall press release containing complete information, including instructions about what to do [...]

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MTD Recalls Log Splitters Due to Amputation Hazard

December 10, 2009

The control handle of the log splitter could fail to automatically return to the neutral position as it should and could fail to stop the splitting wedge from moving forward, posing a risk of amputation to consumers’ hands and fingers.
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Fire and Burn Hazards Prompt Recall of Gas Grills Sold at Lowe’s Stores

November 18, 2009

The burners can deteriorate causing irregular flames and the lids of some models can catch fire, posing fire and burn hazards to the consumer.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below will take you to the original recall press release containing complete information, including [...]

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Backpack Blowers Recalled by Homelite Due to Fire Hazard

November 12, 2009

The fuel tank can leak gasoline, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below will take you to the original recall press release containing complete information, including instructions about what to do if you are affected by this recall.
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Treestands Recalled by Gander Mountain Company Due to Fall Hazard

November 12, 2009

The clasp may open unexpectedly if the strap is fastened incorrectly, causing the treestand and user to fall to the ground.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below will take you to the original recall press release containing complete information, including instructions about what [...]

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Halloween Flashlights Sold Exclusively at Target Recalled Due to Burn Hazard

October 28, 2009

The flashlights can overheat and melt, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
This is a summary of a recall issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The link below will take you to the original recall press release containing complete information, including instructions about what to do if you are affected by this recall.
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