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U.S. CPSC March 11, 2010	Noncontact Electrical Tester Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock or Burn Hazard The testers can fail to give an indication of live voltage, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing a risk of serious injury or death from electrical shock or thermal burns.
U.S. CPSC March 21, 2007	Home Decorators Collection Recalls Wall Sconces Due to Electrical Shock Hazard A missing back plate exposes consumers to live wires, posing a risk of electrical shock to consumers changing the light bulb.
U.S. CPSC December 30, 2008	Faulty Instructions Prompt Recall of Electrical Wiring How-to-Books by The Taunton Press; Shock Hazard to Consumers The books contain several errors in the technical diagrams that could lead consumers to incorrectly install or repair electrical wiring, posing an electrical shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC August 28, 2008	GIA Instruments Recalls Polariscopes Due to Shock Hazard The polariscopes can have a ground wire missing, posing a risk of electrical shock to the user.
U.S. CPSC August 18, 2010	Electrical Wire Recalled by Cerro Wire due to Fire Hazard While the actual electrical wire has "14 gauge" printed on it, the packaging incorrectly labels the electrical wire as 12 gauge. If used as a 12 gauge wire, it can overload, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 30, 2006	Espresso Machines Recalled for Fire Hazard Jura Impressa Automatic Coffee Center Espresso Machines are being recalled because the electrical connectors in the machine can erode, posing a fire hazard.
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 May 25, 2006	Lighted Mirror Sold at Wal-Mart Recalled for Shock Hazard Exposed wires inside the mirror could pose an electrical shock hazard to the user when they touch the mirror.
U.S. CPSC February 15, 2006	Espresso Makers Recalled Due to Fire Hazard The electrical connectors in the espresso machine can erode, posing a fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC September 30, 2008	Wal-Mart Recalls General Electric Toasters Due to Fire and Shock Hazards An electrical short circuit can occur between the heating element and the bread cage, posing a fire and electrical shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC September 2, 2004	Target Recall of Electric Scooters Improper wiring can cause a short circuit, posing a fire hazard in the scooter. In addition, inadequate insulation may expose electrical wiring, which poses a shock hazard.
U.S. CPSC September 13, 2007	Back to Basics Products Recalls Iced Tea Makers Due to Fire Hazard The iced tea maker's components can fail, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC May 15, 2009	Digital Clamp Meters Recalled by Fluke Due to Shock Hazard The meters can fail to give an appropriate voltage reading, resulting in the operator falsely believing the electrical power is off, posing a shock, electrocution, or thermal burn hazard.
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 August 22, 2008	Power Light Modules Recalled by GCI Technologies Due to Fire and Burn Hazards Internal wiring in the module's circuit boards is incorrectly installed, posing a risk of an electrical fire and burn hazards 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 July 22, 2008	Indoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by Lithonia Lighting Due to Fire Hazard A thermal protector could be missing from the lighting fixtures, posing a risk of overheating and fire.
U.S. CPSC March 7, 2006	Espresso Machines Recalled for Fire Hazard The electrical connectors in the C1000 Capresso Automatic Coffee Center espresso machine can erode, posing a fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC April 7, 2009	Stanley and Solarwide Industrial Recall Stud Sensors Due to Shock Hazard The stud sensor can fail to calibrate properly and detect AC electrical wires behind the wall, posing a shock hazard to the user.
U.S. CPSC December 1, 2005	Ideal Distributors Inc. Recall of Pacifiers The nipples can detach from the base, posing a choking hazard to young children.
U.S. CPSC August 20, 2009	Pensi Ceiling Fans Recalled by The Modern Fan Co. Due to Fall and Injury Hazard The internal coupler that connects the down rod assembly to the motor can break and cause the fan to fall from the ceiling, posing an injury hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 15, 2007	Amprobe Recalls Clamp Meters Due to Shock Hazard The meters can fail to give an appropriate voltage reading, resulting in the operator believing the electrical power is off, which can pose a risk of shock, electrocution, or thermal burn hazard.
U.S. CPSC April 29, 2009	HMI Industries Recalls Floor Cleaners Due to Burn Hazard The recalled cleaners' wiring can overheat, causing electrical arcing and melting. This poses a burn hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC August 18, 2009	Remote Switches Recalled by Woodstock International Due to Fire Hazard An incorrectly sized wire inside the remote switch can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC January 14, 2009	Toy Xylophones Recalled by The Land of Nod Due to Choking Hazard The pegs on the xylophone can break, posing a choking hazard to children.
U.S. CPSC August 28, 2007	Wolverine Recalls Caterpillar Logger Boots; Can Pose Shock Hazard To User Due to Mislabeling The recalled logger boots could be incorrectly labeled as resistant to electrical current. This poses a shock hazard to consumers who come in contact with an electrical current.
U.S. CPSC September 23, 2010	Molenaar LLC Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Shock Hazard The night lights can become hot to the touch and melt, resulting in risk of possible shock or fire.
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 April 2, 2009	Best Buy Announces the Recall of Certain Insignia 26-Inch Flat-Panel LCD Televisions Due to Fire Hazard The television's power supply can fail, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC March 25, 2009	Holiday Lights Recalled by Four Star Group USA Due to Fire Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Safeway Stores Electrical wiring in the lights can overheat, posing a fire hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC April 3, 2008	Goodman Manufacturing Co. Recalls Heating and Cooling Units Due to Fire Hazard The serial plates on the units contain inaccurate information that could result in the use of undersized installation wiring, posing a fire hazard.
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 November 2, 2010	AmerTac Recalls Night Lights Due to Fire and Burn Hazard An electrical short circuit in the night light can cause it to overheat and smolder or melt which can burn consumers or result in a fire.
U.S. CPSC August 15, 2007	Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Skil(r) Circular Saws Due to Laceration Hazard The trigger switch on the saw can be locked "on," or the switch can be turned on, without the use of the safety lock-out. This can cause unexpected operation of the saw, posing a risk of laceration.
U.S. CPSC December 17, 2009	Christmas Tree Toppers Recalled by Precious Moments Due to Fire Hazard Undersized wiring can cause the tree topper's switch assembly to overheat and melt posing a fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC March 3, 2010	Outdoor Lighting Fixtures Recalled by American Electric Lighting Due to Shock Hazard Improper wiring in the light fixtures poses a shock hazard to consumers.
U.S. CPSC February 25, 2010	Commercial Ice Cube Machines Recalled by Scotsman Due to Fire Hazard The solenoid, an electrical component in the product, can fail and result in an electrical arc that can pose a fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC June 12, 2008	Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Hammer Drills Due to Risk of Injury The drill can continue to operate after the trigger has been released, posing a risk of injury to consumers.
U.S. CPSC December 12, 2007	Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by United Scientific Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard Surface paint on the magnets contains high levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standards.
U.S. CPSC September 25, 2003	Ceiling Fans Recalled by Vaxcel International Co. Ltd. About 80 of these units were improperly assembled with a metal sleeve that could cause exposed wiring. If this occurs, consumers are at an increased risk of receiving an electrical shock during installation or removal.
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 November 23, 2010	Robert Bosch Tool Corp. Recalls Bosch Hammer Drills Due to Electrical Shock Hazard The models have a grounding system and trigger switch that could cause ground wire abrasion and/or ground connector failure posing a shock hazard.
U.S. CPSC June 25, 2009	Big Muddy Motor Sports Recalls Generators Due to Fire Hazard The 220-volt receptacle can fail to produce power correctly and cause power surges that can damage appliances. This poses a risk of fire and possible injury to consumers.
U.S. CPSC August 30, 2007	Electric Heaters Recalled by Aloha Housewares Due to Fire Hazard The heater can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC February 4, 2009	Playland International Recalls Swing Sets Due to Fall Hazard The metal around the weld at the top of the swing frame can fail, causing the top bar to fall, posing a fall and impact hazard to the user or by-standers.
U.S. CPSC May 5, 2009	Wagner Spray Tech Recalls Paint Sprayers Due to Electrical Shock Hazard The on-off switch can be dislodged from the casing, resulting in exposure of electrical connections. This can pose an electrical shock hazard to the consumer.
U.S. CPSC July 14, 2009	Energizer Wallplate Nightlights Recalled Due to Fire Hazard The nightlight can overheat, especially if additional devices are plugged into its outlets, posing a fire hazard.
U.S. CPSC April 1, 2009	Lakeshore Learning Materials Recalls Children's Toy Boxes Due to Choking Hazard The head of the stuffed butterfly toy can detach from the body, posing a choking hazard to children.
U.S. CPSC October 23, 2008	YMCA Trading Recalls Lighters Due to Potential Burn Hazard to Children The multi-purpose lighters fail to meet federal safety standards because they might not contain a child-resistant mechanism, posing a potential fire and burn hazard to young children.