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U.S. CPSC October 25, 2006	ITT Water Technology Inc. Expands Recall of Faulty Pumps for Fire Suppression Systems A mechanical part on these pumps was not fully secured. This can lead to the pump failing during use and an increased risk of fire damage. The pump itself does not pose a fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC August 23, 2006	ITT Water Technology Inc. Recalls Faulty Pumps for Fire Suppression Systems The pump itself does not pose a fire hazard. But a mechanical part failure during its use could increase the risk of fire damage.
U.S. CPSC December 21, 2006	DEWALT Recalls Cut-Out Tools Due to Shock Hazard The cord wire in these units could be damaged internally, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC June 24, 2008	A. O. Smith Recalls Water Pump Motors Due to Fire Hazard The water pumps with the recalled motors are labeled as containing a one-horsepower motor, but actually contain a 3/4-horsepower motor. Under certain conditions, the smaller motor could overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC February 7, 2007	Conair Recalls Curling Irons for Shock and Electrocution Hazards The handle of the curling iron can come apart exposing its line cord, posing a shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC November 21, 2007	Cooper Lighting Recalls Fluorescent Shop Lights Due to Electrical Shock Hazard When the two prongs on the plug's electrical cord are touched simultaneously while lamps are installed, the light can pose an electric shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC July 2, 2003	International Adapter Plugs Recalled by Franzus Company LLC The adapter plug can separate, exposing live electrical conductors, posing an electrocution and shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC October 27, 2009	Belkin International Inc. Recalls SurgeMaster Surge Protectors Due to Shock Hazard The molding of the plastic 360 degree rotating plug, which allows for easy cord movement, can crack or detach from the plug assembly, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC October 13, 2004	CPSC, Little Giant Pump Co. Announce Recall of Cooler Pumps The motor caps on the cooler pumps are not made with flame- retardant material and an internal electrical failure can ignite the cap, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC February 18, 2010	Motor Controllers for Submersible Pump Systems Recalled by Franklin Electric Due to Shock Hazard The product label can lose adhesion, exposing the circuitry. This could pose a shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC October 15, 2008	Fujifilm Recalls Battery Chargers Due to Shock Hazard The plastic portion of the unit's power plug can crack or detach, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC October 18, 2007	Additional Injuries Prompt Re-announcement of Sportsstuff Recall of Air Pumps The air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations.
U.S. CPSC January 11, 2007	Sportsstuff Inc. Recalls Air Pumps for Laceration Hazard These air pumps can overheat and explode during use, posing a risk of lacerations to the user and nearby consumers.
U.S. CPSC January 6, 2011	ITT Water Technology Recalls Pumps Due to Electric Shock/Electrocution Hazard Sump pumps installed without ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection can pose an electric shock or electrocution hazard if touched by the consumer.
U.S. CPSC April 19, 2006	Hair Dryers Recalled Due to Electrocution Hazard The electric hair dryer's power cord does not have an immersion protection plug. Therefore, if the hair dryer falls into water during use, it can pose a shock and/or electrocution hazard.
U.S. CPSC April 6, 2011	Stained Glass Soldering Irons Recalled By Cooper Tools Due to Burn Hazard The power cord can break at the flex point where the cord attaches to the handle, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 8, 2011	Sanus Elements Surge Protectors Recalled by Milestone AV Technologies Due to Shock Hazard Improper grounding of the case and inadequate insulation for the circuit breaker poses an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC December 15, 2006	Square D Recalls Safety Switches Due to Shock or Electrocution Hazard The safety switch can continue to supply electricity even after being placed in the "OFF" position. This poses the risk of an electric shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC September 25, 2003	Hand-Held Hair Dryers Recalled by Blason International Trading Corp. Some of these hair dryers do not have an immersion protection device on the power cord and could present a serious electrocution hazard if dropped in water.
U.S. CPSC November 16, 2006	Desk Lamps Sold at Office Depot Recalled for Shock Hazard The sheath that protects the electrical cord can become improperly aligned during lamp assembly, posing a shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC September 17, 2008	Hanashop Recalls Counterfeit Power Cords Due to Fire and Shock Hazard; Sold Exclusively on eBay The power cord wires are significantly undersized and allow incorrect insertion of the power plug, posing a risk of fire and/or shock to consumers.
U.S. CPSC October 2, 2003	Technuity Inc. Recall of Back-Up Power Supply Systems When used in conjunction with another power protection device, the power supply device can spark, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC October 2, 2003	Park Tool USA Recalls Bicycle Floor Pump The bicycle pump can become over-pressurized with air, forcing the handle to quickly and unexpectedly rise upward, possibly injuring the user.
U.S. CPSC January 15, 2008	Toy Wrestler Figures Recalled by A.A. of America Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard The surface paint contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
U.S. CPSC September 8, 2009	Bandsaws Recalled by Grizzly Industrial Due to Shock Hazard Some of the recalled bandsaws do not have a grounding wire installed, which poses an electric shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC June 30, 2010	Southern Technologies Recalls Drill Presses Due to Shock Hazard Wires in the motor housing can be pinched, posing a risk of electrical shock to the consumer.
U.S. CPSC November 19, 2004	Emerson Motor Co. Recall of 3.7-Inch Stators Under locked condition, it can become overheated and present a potential fire/shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 28, 2007	Inflator Pumps Recalled By Stearns Inc. Due to Laceration Hazard The inflator pumps can explode during use, ejecting sharp plastic parts and posing a serious laceration hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC January 25, 2007	Flojet Recalls VAC Pumps Sold With LeBleu 50-Gallon Bottled Water System for Shock Hazard A manufacturing defect can cause consumers to receive an electric shock when the metal housing is touched.
U.S. CPSC October 6, 2004	New York Zion Trading Corp. Recall of Electric Fans The wiring is undersized and the power plug is not polarized, creating fire and shock hazards.
U.S. CPSC November 7, 2007	Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps Recalled by Carrier Due to Fire Hazard An electric heater in the unit can break, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC June 19, 2003	Extension Cords, Portable Lights, and Fluorescent Lights Recalled by Homier Distributing Co. These products have three or more of the following problems: undersized wiring, improper polarization, lack of overcurrent protection, inadequate grounding, flammable plastic handles, exposed live wires, sharp metal edges, and faulty electrical connections.
U.S. CPSC November 9, 2006	Remote-Control Helix Micro Helicopter Toys Recalled for Burn Hazard The power supply controller can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC July 2, 2002	PM International Recalls International Adapter Plugs The adapter plug can separate when the plug is removed, exposing live electrical conductors, posing an electric shock or electrocution hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 8, 2007	Dollar Stop Plus Recalls Extension Cords for Fire, Shock, Electrocution Hazards These extension cords have undersized wiring, and fail to connect properly at the plug and receptacle ends. This poses fire, shock and electrocution hazards to consumers.
U.S. CPSC April 2, 2009	Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Rocketfish Universal Portable Power Sources Due to Fire Hazard While charging the battery, the power source can unexpectedly ignite, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC May 27, 2010	Hoover Recalls Upright Vacuum Cleaners Due to Fire and Shock Hazards The power cord is not properly routed or securely seated in the cord rewind assembly allowing the power cord to be pulled loose. This poses fire and shock hazards.
U.S. CPSC March 10, 2004	Harbor Freight Tools Recall of Heavy Duty Portable Industrial Cord Reel Electric shock or fire possible because the internal grounding conductor may not be properly secured to the receptacle.
U.S. CPSC June 5, 2003	Children's Art Supply Sets Recalled by Creative Kids Inc. The sets contain mini-cutters with razor blades which pose a laceration hazard to young children.
U.S. CPSC July 29, 2005	The Holmes Group Expands Recall of Slow Cookers The handles on the base of the slow cookers can break, posing a risk of burns from hot contents spilling onto consumers. The recall has been expanded to include all units manufactured before September 2004.
U.S. CPSC December 12, 2007	Fishing Games Sold at Grocery Stores Recalled by Far East Brokers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard The recalled game has parts that contain excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard.
U.S. CPSC July 17, 2007	Injuries Prompt Recall of Combination Tire Inflator and Hand Pumps by Genuine Innovations The combination tire inflator and hand pump can shatter under pressure when inflating tires if there is a blockage in the tire valve, posing the risk of bruises, lacerations, and ringing in the ears to consumers.
U.S. CPSC June 14, 2011	General Electric, Sharp Recalls GE Air Conditioning and Heating Units Due to Fire Hazard An electrical component in the heating system can fail, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC August 5, 2004	The Holmes Group Inc. Recall of Slow Cookers The handles on the base of the slow cookers can break, posing a risk of burns from hot contents spilling onto consumers.
U.S. CPSC July 9, 2003	Adjustable Beds Recalled by Select Comfort When exposed to severely cold temperatures and impact, such as may occur during shipping, the power cord insulation on the electric air pump can crack, creating a short-circuit or exposing live electrical wires and presenting a shock or electrocution hazard.
U.S. CPSC November 22, 2010	Camping Stoves and Equipment Recalled by Katadyn North America Due to Fire Hazard Damaged fuel lines and/or O-rings may cause fuel leakage, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC August 28, 2002	Bicycle Tire Floor Pumps Recalled by Todson Inc. The pressure gauge lens can separate from the pump and strike a consumer, causing injury.
U.S. CPSC November 22, 2005	International Playthings Inc. Recall of Toy Vehicles Small parts can detach, which pose a choking hazard to young children.
U.S. CPSC March 7, 2002	Longwell Electronics Recalls Power Cord Sets Sold with HP Inkjet Printers The connector can break, exposing electrical contacts and posing a shock hazard to consumers...
This Old House Thomas Baker	New Plugs for Old Cords How to attach a replacement plug and save your old electric cord from the trash.