Recall roundup: 1 Jan – 7 Jan 2024
107 official recalls and safety alerts were published in the week of 1 Jan – 7 Jan 2024, down 12% on the week before (121). Most were drugs & medical (32) and vehicles (27); common issues included choking hazard (8), baby product (6), fire hazard (5). 25 were flagged as serious.
Recalls this week
1 Jan – 7 Jan 2024
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Most recalled brands
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Recalls the agency classed as serious, or with a risk of death, fire, electric shock, drowning or strangulation.
- 2024-01-05
UKMOL CY VDK CB011 Refuse Collection Vehicle Bin Lifting Device
Serious risk of injuries and entrapment
USMickey Truck Bodies, Inc.: Exposed Wiring May Cause Fire
Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire.
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EUWall charger (Key) · Wall Charger (Universal UK Plug)
The plug has incorrect dimensions. A user may touch live parts and receive an electric shock. Moreover, the product may overload and catch fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage…
ITEUUSB charger (ELECTROLINE) · CARICABATTERIA DA RETE RAPIDO
the creepage and clearance distances between primary and secondary circuit are inadequate, A user could touch parts of the product that are at high voltage and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply…
DEEULorry (Mercedes-Benz) · Actros 963, Arocs 964
The screwed connections of the oil pressure pipe may leak even at low mileages. As a result, particularly in the case of fully unloaded vehicles on gradients, there may be an oil leakage. This can increase the risk of…
ATEUSkin lightening cream · White Secret Lightening body cream
The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 4.07% by weight) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. Hydroquinone can cause allergic contact dermatitis and serious eye damage. The product does not comply with…
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice →- IEEU
Hair dryer (Brookstone) · Travel-Size Foldable Hair Dryer
The plug has incorrect dimensions. A user may touch live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
- ITEU
Travel adaptor (EXTRASTAR,) · UNIVERSALE ADATTATORE 2 P+T 10a 250V~
The live parts of the plugs are accessible when the plug is fully or partially connected to a socket. It is possible to partially insert just one pin of the plug into the adapter. If only one of the pins is inserted…
DKEUFireworks (MING - Art of Fireworks) · Havgus
The fireworks may explode or release burning material too close to the ground, causing burns and injuries to bystanders. Furthermore, the product may not ignite correctly. A user may try to re-ignite it, with the risk…
CA
United States 30
- 2024-01-05
- US
Mickey Truck Bodies, Inc.: Exposed Wiring May Cause Fire
Electrical arcing can increase the risk of a fire.
- US
Forest River, Inc.: Draw Bar Locking Mechanism May Break
A trailer that contacts the road during transit increases the risk of a crash or injury.
- 2024-01-04
- US
Terex Advance Mixer, Inc.: Improperly Secured Mixer Drum
A detached drum can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
- US
Braun Northwest: Overloaded Electrical System May Cause Fire
Overloaded electrical circuits can overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
- US
UBBCARE Play Yard Mattresses Recalled Due to Suffocation Hazard for Infants; Violation of the Federal Safety Regulation for Crib Mattresses; Sold Exclusively on…
The recalled play yard mattresses violate multiple provisions of the federal safety regulation for crib mattresses, including the thickness test, and are missing warnings and labels. The product poses a suffocation…
- US
Homedics Recalls Massagers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
The massagers can overheat while charging, posing fire and burn hazards.
- US
Ride Aventon Recalls Sinch.2 Folding E-Bicycles Due to Crash and Injury Hazards
The recalled e-bikes can accelerate unexpectedly, resulting in loss of control, posing crash and injury hazards.
- US
Bell Sports Recalls Bell Slope Adult Bicycle Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury
The strap anchor can become dislodged from the helmet when sufficient force is applied, and therefore violates the CPSC federal safety regulation for bicycle helmets. The helmets can fail to protect in the event of a…
- US
H.H. Brown Shoe Company Recalls Redeemer Work Boots Due to Injury Hazard
The sole is not puncture-resistant, posing an injury hazard.
- 2024-01-03
- US
Spektrum Brakes LLC: Brake Rotor May Fracture
Loss of braking ability increases the risk of a crash.
- US
DeRoyal Industries Inc recalls DeRoyal CARDIAC CATH SET-UP KIT PGYBK, REF 89-10572
Kit were manufactured and distributed with Edwards Life Sciences TruWave Disposable pressure transducers which were subsequently recalled by Edwards Life Sciences.
- US
Atrium Medical Corporation recalls Atrium Oasis Drain Single W / AC, Part No. 3600-100
A sterilization nonconformance prematurely aged the product by 48.3 days, resulting in the expiration date on the label not being accurate. This nonconforming product was inadvertently distributed to customers.…
FDA · DeviceAtrium Medical CorporationDomestic distribution nationwide. No foreign distribution.Official notice → - US
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. recalls Liberty Select Cycler, Model numbers RTLR180343 and RTLR180111
Affected Liberty Select cyclers may display an incorrect time stamp on the treatment data report sent to the clinic.
FDA · DeviceFresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc.US Nationwide distribution in the states of AL, CA, FL, IL, IN, LA, MI, MO,…Official notice → - US
Acumed LLC recalls RibLoc U Plus 90 Instrument PRIMARY GUIDE ASSY, LOW PROFILE REF RBL2320 The RBL2320, Low Profile Primary Guide is an instrument used with…
Due to potential breakage during use.
FDA · DeviceAcumed LLCWorldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AL, AZ,…Official notice → - US
Steris Corporation recalls Hookup Accessories used with MEDIVATORS ADVANTAGE PLUS and ADVANTAGE PLUS Pass Thru Automated Endoscope Reprocessors Model # Model…
Identification label on affected hookups could become illegible over time due to the label's ink coming off. This may potentially prevent users from being able to effectively identify the hookup and may ultimately…
FDA · DeviceSteris CorporationDomestic distribution nationwide. Foreign distribution to Australia Canada…Official notice → - US
Landauer recalls Landauer microSTARii reader, Medical Dosimetry System, Model Numbers: 18000-000/18001-000/18007-000
MicroSTARii readers may be contributing to the nanodot dosimeter measurement inaccuracy in two possible ways. The first is related to the interaction of the reader s LED beam profile with the nanoDot dosimeter. The…
FDA · DeviceLandauerUS and Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Japan,…Official notice → - US
Medtronic Neuromodulation recalls Medtronic SynchroMed II, Model 8637-20, Programmable pump
Medtronic recently identified that if the SynchroMed II pump switches into telemetry mode due to electromagnetic interference (EMI) from an MRI scan, while the pump is sounding an alarm, the pump will not resume drug…
- US
Abbott Laboratories recalls Alinity ci-series System Control Module, REF: 03R70-01
There are potential performance issues found in the Alinity ci-series System software versions 3.4.0 and lower, including: 1) SCC Reagent load error during daily maintenance; 2) Sample Laboratory Report error; 3)…
FDA · DeviceAbbott LaboratoriesUS: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA,…Official notice → - US
- US
Megadyne Medical Products, Inc. recalls Product Code 0848, MEGADYNE MEGA SOFT Universal Plus Dual Patient Return Electrode, Reusable Patient Return Electrode, Mega Soft…
Affected product codes are now limited to use in patients age 12 years or older. Megadyne has received reports of patient burn injuries up to and including third-degree burns requiring intervention which may lead to…
FDA · DeviceMegadyne Medical Products, Inc.Worldwide distribution. US Nationwide including Puerto Rico; Argentina,…Official notice → - US
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield recalls Tracheostomy care kits: (1) Medline Tracheostomy Clean and Care Tray with 14 Fr Suction Catheter, REF DYND40580, Sterile;…
The component tracheostomy brush has a sharp edge at the tip that can potentially puncture tubing during use and/or cause user injury. Additionally, there have been incidents of the tracheostomy brush bristles…
FDA · DeviceMEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - NorthfieldUS Nationwide distribution including Puerto Rico. OUS (Foreign) distribution…Official notice → - US
Wakefern Foods Corp. recalls Bowl & Basket Zero Calorie with Sucralose Sweetener 100 count, UPC 0-41190-06855-5, 12 retail cartons per wholesale case
Undeclared aspartame lack of phenylalanine warning
- US
Rong Shing Trading NY Inc recalls 'Rong Shing' Dried Peach; 6 oz; packaged in a clear plastic bottle; store at room temperature; UPC 6950296800195
Product contains undeclared cyclamates.
- US
Publix Super Markets, Inc. recalls EGG CUSTARD PIE, NET WT 25 OZ (1 LB 9 OZ) 709 g, packaged in paper carton with plastic film window, 6 cartons per case.
Undeclared Tree Nut (Coconut)
FDA · FoodPublix Super Markets, Inc.Domestic distribution only within state of Florida.Official notice → - US
TCP HRB ACQUISITON LLC recalls Sure Unscented Anti-perspirant Deodorant Aerosol (Aluminum Chlorohydrate 10%), packaged in 6 oz (170 g) aerosol cans, Distributed by…
Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene
- US
Meta Herbal recalls Magnum XXL 9800, 2000 mg per capsule, 1 capsule per blister pack, Distributed by Magnum Los Angelas CA. UPC 6 45759 99300 7. Amazon's…
Marketed without an approved NDA/ANDA: Magnum XXL found to contain undeclared active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) - Sildenafil.
FDA · DrugMeta HerbalNationwide in the USA. Product was sold via Amazon's Marketplace.Official notice → - US
Legacy Pharmaceutical Packaging LLC recalls Sertraline Tablets, USP 100 mg, 30 tablets per bottle, Distributed by: Wal-Mart, Bentonville, AR 72716, Manufactured for:…
CGMP Deviations: Inadequate line clearance which may result in a potential comingling of product.
- US
- US
CARDINAL HEALTHCARE recalls Enoxaparin Sodium Injection, USP, 150MG/ML Single-Dose Syringes with Automatic Safety Device, For Subcutaneous Injection, Ten 1 mL…
CGMP Deviations: Products were exposed to temperatures outside of the products labeled storage conditions.
- US
GlaxoSmithKline LLC recalls ANORO ELLIPTA (umeclidinium and vilanterol inhalation powder) 62.5 mcg/25mcg. 1 inhaler contains 30 doses (60 blisters total), Rx Only,…
Failed Release Testing: Coarse Particle Mass for umeclidinium Out of Specification
Canada 40
- 2024-01-05
- CA
Forest River RV trailer recall: structure (Transport Canada 2024002)
Problem area: structure. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
KIA SUV recall: engine (Transport Canada 2023695)
Problem area: engine. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
Zebra blinds with chain and chain guard by Multi-Stores recalled due to strangulation hazard for children
Strangulation hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2024-01-04
- CA
Hyundai SUV recall: electrical (Transport Canada 2023709)
Problem area: electrical. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
New Flyer bus recall: electrical (Transport Canada 2023707)
Problem area: electrical. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
New Flyer bus recall: electrical (Transport Canada 2023706)
Problem area: electrical. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Volvo Trucks truck - med. & H.D. recall: suspension (Transport Canada 2023694)
Problem area: suspension. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
- CA
Alamo Group Inc. truck - med. & H.D. recall: accessories (Transport Canada 2023710)
Problem area: accessories. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
HoMedics Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massagers Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Burn hazard - Fire hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2024-01-03
- CA
BMW motorcycle recall: lights and instruments (Transport Canada 2023701)
Problem area: lights and instruments. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Winnebago Industries RV trailer recall: accessories (Transport Canada 2023699)
Problem area: accessories. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Daimler Truck North America truck - med. & H.D. recall: lights and instruments (Transport Canada 2023697)
Problem area: lights and instruments. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Mercedes-Benz SUV recall: fuel supply (Transport Canada 2023692)
Problem area: fuel supply. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Mercedes-Benz light truck & van recall: structure (Transport Canada 2023691)
Problem area: structure. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Mercedes-Benz light truck & van recall: structure (Transport Canada 2023689)
Problem area: structure. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Land Rover SUV recall: structure (Transport Canada 2023688)
Problem area: structure. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Nova Bus bus recall: other (Transport Canada 2023683)
Problem area: other. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Nova Bus bus recall: suspension (Transport Canada 2023682)
Problem area: suspension. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
- CA
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BMW car recall: other (Transport Canada 2023022)
Problem area: other. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Nissan SUV recall: visual system (Transport Canada 2022599)
Problem area: visual system. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - 2024-01-02
- CA
MACK truck - med. & H.D. recall: steering (Transport Canada 2023708)
Problem area: steering. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
General Motors car recall: airbag (Transport Canada 2023693)
Problem area: airbag. The Transport Canada notice lists the affected models and model years, and what the manufacturer will do.
Transport CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
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- CA
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Various Blinds from SBM Canada recalled due to strangulation and choking hazards for children
Choking hazard - Strangulation hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice →
United Kingdom 6
- 2024-01-05
- UK
MOL CY VDK CB011 Refuse Collection Vehicle Bin Lifting Device
Serious risk of injuries and entrapment
- 2024-01-03
- UK
- UK
- UK
Reckitt recalls two infant formula powders because of the possible presence of Cronobacter sakazakii
Of the possible presence of cronobacter sakazakii
- 2024-01-02
- UK
- UK
Australia 1
- 2024-01-04
AUNorth Aussie Ice - Jumbo Ice 5Kg
The recall is due to presence of foreign matter (glass/metal).
FSANZOfficial notice →
New Zealand 2
- 2024-01-04
NZ‘Urban Rescue' Fire Engine
Small parts may be liberated during use, presenting a choking risks.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →- NZ
BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders
The recalled blenders can overheat or catch fire, and the blender blades can break off, posing fire and laceration hazards to consumers.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →
EU & EEA 28
- 2024-01-05
FREUArmchair for children (Maisons du Monde) · Fauteuil licorne
The armchair contains holes and the padding is thus accessible. The fibrous stuffing material of the armchair is easily accessible due to holes. A small child may put the filling material in the mouth and choke. This…
- IEEU
Babies' clothing set (George) · George Babywear 2 Piece Short Dungaree Set in Charcoal, Green and Turquoise
The buttons on the garment may be easily detached. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product Safety Directive.
- IEEU
Wall charger (Key) · Wall Charger (Universal UK Plug)
The plug has incorrect dimensions. A user may touch live parts and receive an electric shock. Moreover, the product may overload and catch fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage…
- IEEU
Children's snowsuit (River Island) · River Island Baby Boys Blue Quilted Snowsuit
The small decorative elements (silver poppers) can easily be detached from the snowsuit . A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the General Product…
LTEUToy car · Feed – tank
The plastic toy car has small parts. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
EU Safety Gate · reported by LithuaniaOfficial notice →- LTEU
Toy car · HAPPY
The plastic toy car has small parts. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
EU Safety Gate · reported by LithuaniaOfficial notice → - ITEU
USB charger (ELECTROLINE) · CARICABATTERIA DA RETE RAPIDO
the creepage and clearance distances between primary and secondary circuit are inadequate, A user could touch parts of the product that are at high voltage and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply…
- LTEU
Toy gun set · AMUSING GUNPLAY
The toy gun set has small parts. A small child may put them in the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
EU Safety Gate · reported by LithuaniaOfficial notice → - LTEU
Toy car · CAR
The toy car has small parts. A small child could put them into the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
EU Safety Gate · reported by LithuaniaOfficial notice → 
SEEULiquid hand soap · Christmas house handsoap
The product is microbiologically contaminated with the bacteria Klebsiella Pneumoniae. This poses a risk of infection to the user. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice →- SEEU
Liquid hand soap · White snow handsoap
The product is microbiologically contaminated with the bacteria Klebsiella Pneumoniae. This poses a risk of infection to the user. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice → - SEEU
Liquid hand soap · Red door handsoap
The product is microbiologically contaminated with the bacteria Klebsiella Pneumoniae. This poses a risk of infection to the user. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice → - SEEU
Liquid hand soap · Home for christmas handsoap
The product is microbiologically contaminated with the bacteria Klebsiella Pneumoniae. This poses a risk of infection to the user. The product does not comply with the Cosmetic Products Regulation.
EU Safety Gate · reported by SwedenOfficial notice → - LTEU
Musical toy · Lovely Baby
The product (set of rattles) has small parts. A small child could put them into the mouth and choke. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Toy Safety Directive nor with the European standard EN 71-1.
EU Safety Gate · reported by LithuaniaOfficial notice → - DEEU
Lorry (Mercedes-Benz) · Atego
The required reference torque may not have been applied to the screw connection of the spring clips on the left and right front axle. If the screw connection of the spring clips becomes detached, components could be…
- DEEU
Lorry (Mercedes-Benz) · Actros 963, Arocs 964
The screwed connections of the oil pressure pipe may leak even at low mileages. As a result, particularly in the case of fully unloaded vehicles on gradients, there may be an oil leakage. This can increase the risk of…
- SEEU
Electric key finder (Innovagoods) · Keyi LED Keychain Key Finder
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 3.3% by weight).Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the…
- SEEU
LED lamp (Bsup) · Touch LED reading lamp and night lamp
The solders in the product have an excessive concentration of lead (measured value up to 51 % by weight).The product has an excessive concentration of short chain chlorinated paraffins (SCCPs) (measured value up to…
- FREU
Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle (CITROEN, Fiat, Opel, Peugeot) · RIFTER / PARTNER (K9 EUROPE), BERLINGO (K9 EUROPE), DOBLO (K9), COMBO (K9 EUROPE - P1VO)
Due to an error in the specific calibration software of the electronic engine control unit (ECU), an incorrect value may be given when the data are processed by the vehicle. This may result in nitrogen oxide (NOx)…
- ATEU
Skin lightening cream · White Secret Lightening body cream
The product contains hydroquinone (measured value: 4.07% by weight) which is forbidden in cosmetic products. Hydroquinone can cause allergic contact dermatitis and serious eye damage. The product does not comply with…
EU Safety Gate · reported by AustriaOfficial notice → 
CZEUPlastic doll · CoComelou 3+ Panenka
The doll head has an excessive amount of bis (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: up to 12.3 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly causing damage to the reproductive system.…
EU Safety Gate · reported by CzechiaOfficial notice →- IEEU
Hair dryer (Brookstone) · Travel-Size Foldable Hair Dryer
The plug has incorrect dimensions. A user may touch live parts and receive an electric shock. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive.
NOEUJumping rope (Suixin) · Same as RPX 13
The plastic material of the product contains an excessive amount of diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (measured value: up to 19.8 % by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, possibly by causing damage to…
- IEEU
Bodywash (Clinisan) · Clinisan Bodywash
The product is microbiologically contaminated with aerobic mesophilic bacteria(measured value > 3000 cfu/g).If used on damaged skin, or if it comes into contact with the eyes, the product may cause infection or…
MTEUDisposable electronic cigarette (Vapsolo) · Vapsolo King 10000 E-Cigarette Disposable
The volume of the cartridge is 20 ml which exceeds the limit for volume in cartridges of disposable e-cigarettes which is 2 ml. The product contains an excessive amount of nicotine (measured value 32 mg/ml), which is…
- ITEU
Travel adaptor (EXTRASTAR,) · UNIVERSALE ADATTATORE 2 P+T 10a 250V~
The live parts of the plugs are accessible when the plug is fully or partially connected to a socket. It is possible to partially insert just one pin of the plug into the adapter. If only one of the pins is inserted…
- NOEU
Artificial Christmas tree (VIDAXL)
The red plastic material of the product has an excessive amount of bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) (measured value: 1.1% by weight). This phthalate may harm the health of children, causing possible damage to their…
- DKEU
Fireworks (MING - Art of Fireworks) · Havgus
The fireworks may explode or release burning material too close to the ground, causing burns and injuries to bystanders. Furthermore, the product may not ignite correctly. A user may try to re-ignite it, with the risk…
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