Bike helmets recalled: 140,000 and counting don’t meet safety standards; 13 separate recalls
We may not realize a helmet won’t do its job until it’s too late – after someone has suffered a head injury
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We may not realize a helmet won’t do its job until it’s too late – after someone has suffered a head injury
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Incorrect pot markings can cause pots to be overfilled
Rolling ball can detach and choke a child, warning says.
More than 2,000 incidents reported involving camshaft failures, which have caused injuries
34 incidents reported, 24 children have fallen out
Those not affected should be on guard for donation scams
Consumer Watchdog, PIRG
Senior Director, Federal Consumer Program, PIRG