Browse Product Recalls
8 consumer product safety recalls from CPSC.
Product Safety Recalls Database
Browse the complete CPSC product recall database with 8 entries. Every recall listed below was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and includes the product name, identified hazard, and available remedy. Use the filters to narrow results by year, remedy type, or keyword. Each recall links to a full detail page with manufacturer information, units sold, and specific consumer instructions.
Product Safety Recalls
Browse 8 consumer product recalls from CPSC in 1973.
| Date | Product | Hazard | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 1973 | Rogers Butane Fuel Refill | The refills may be defective resulting in the possibility of butane leakage and fire. | Replace |
| Nov 20, 1973 | Rogers Disposable Adjustable Butane Lighter | The lighters have a potential for a flame of over one foot and do not extinguish automatically if... | Refund |
| Nov 10, 1973 | Decorative Fireplace Units | Possible fire hazard | Repair |
| Sep 14, 1973 | Zenith 19-inch Table Model Color Television Set | Possible fire hazard | Inspect |
| Aug 27, 1973 | CPSC Bans Nine Additional Aerosol Spray Adhesives-Reaffirms Recommendation To... | The Consumer Product Safety Commission today banned nine additional aerosol spray adhesives as "p... | — |
| Aug 20, 1973 | Little Wonder TV Antenna | The product "contains no safety device" to prevent electrical shock and possible electrocution. | Dispose |
| Aug 19, 1973 | Foil Art Spray Adhesive Scotch Brand Spra-Ment Krylon Spray Adhesive | Possibly linked to chromosome breakage and resulting multiple birth defects. | Dispose |
| Jun 7, 1973 | Tappan Built-In Oven | A possible loose fitting connection could result in a hazard to consumers from gas leakage. | No Remedy Available |
Frequently Asked Questions
Use the search and filter tools above to look up products by name, brand, or keyword. You can also filter by year or remedy type. If you find a match, the recall notice will include details about what to do next — typically contacting the manufacturer for a free refund, replacement, or repair. The CPSC also maintains a free email alert service at cpsc.gov where you can sign up to receive notifications about new recalls.
Stop using the product immediately, especially if the recall involves a fire, choking, or laceration hazard. Follow the instructions in the recall notice to get your remedy (refund, replacement, or repair). Most recalls include a toll-free number and website where you can register. Keep the product in a safe place — do not throw it away until you have received your remedy, as you may need to return it or provide proof of disposal.
The most common hazards include fire and burn risks, choking hazards (especially in children's products), laceration and cut injuries, electric shock, fall hazards, entrapment, chemical exposure, and lead paint contamination. Fire hazards are consistently the most frequent reason for recalls, often involving lithium-ion batteries, electrical components, or flammable materials.