Recall: Some Sony NWZ-W202 Walkman headphones
Sony like every other company work hard to try and ensure that the products that they produce meet tough quality standards, but once in a while a product will slip through the cracks and produce a problem and will then have to be recalled. This latest recall is the Sony NWZ-W202 Walkman headphones. Read more
2009 Mazda3 Recall
Mazda have had to recall 7,100 Mazda3 vehicles, those that are affected by the recall are the models with Dynamic Stability Control. It seems that the system has failed to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 129. Read more
General Motors (GM) recalls 1.5 million sedans: risk of fire
Almost 1.5 million General Motors (GM) sedans are to be recalled to fix a fault in the engine, the flaw in the engine if not fixed could result in an engine fire. The troubled automaker is working closely with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on this recall. Read more
Lean Cuisine Recall: Nestle Prepared Food Co recalls 3 entrees
If you love Lean Cuisine meals you will amazed to hear that Nestle Prepared Foods Company is recalling over 879,000 pounds of frozen chicken meals. The Lean Cuisine recall is down to foreign materials being found within the meals. Read more
Delta Crib Recall: more safety worries for China
Whenever we read a newspaper, listen to the radio or watch the news on TV all we how about are safety issues in China. The latest one is the Delta crib recall, Delta Enterprises is based in Ney York, but like many companies have them manufactured in China. Read more
Nissan to recall over 200,000 vehicles: airbag deployment problem
Nissan have now got to implement the recall of 204,361 vehicles, which are from their 2007 and 2008 range. The vehicles are the ones sold in the United States, which are thought to have a problem with an airbag. Read more
Cadbury Recall all Chinese-made products: doubt on safety
Cadbury have issued a recall of their Chinese-made products, this follows tests of their chocolate which casts a doubt on their safety. There is deep fear that these chocolate bars could actually contain melamine-laced milk.
Melamine-laced milk has been blamed for killing four children in China, while making at least 50,000 ill. Cadbury’s are to recall 11 of their confectionery items that are Read more
China Recalls Infant contaminated Milk Formula
September 12, 2008
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The Health Ministry in China has launched an inquiry into the safety of all milk formula for infants, investigators from six government agencies has looked into a milk powder factory that produces the formula because it has been linked to kidney problems in at least 50 more infants and has killed at least one baby.
The producer of the suspect formula, the Sanlu Group has recalled 700-tons of the milk formula because it has been said to have been contaminated with melamine, which is a chemical according to a China Daily newspaper.
The government in China has vowed that serious punishment “Those responsible will face serious punishment,” said Health Ministry spokesman Mao Qunan, quoted by Xinhua.
Sony Vaio Recall: 73,000 TZ laptops could overheat
Sony are recalling 73,000 Sony Vaio laptops, the recall is due to a possible manufacturing defect. The worse case is that the laptop could overheat, which is a serious safety concern. The problem is due to the wiring near the laptop’s hinge, which could short-circuit and then overheat.
If this was to happen, the user might burn themselves. One person has already suffered a minor burn, Sony have also received 15 other reports of their Vaio overheating.
The Sony Vaio TZ models that are affected are the VGN-TZ100, VGN-TZ200, VGN-TZ300 and VGN-TZ2000. Sony has said that although not all laptops in the series are not affected users should contact them and stop using the laptop immediately.
65,000 Hyundai Elantra’s recalled with fuel pump problems
The Hyundai Motor Co. is recalling 65,000 Elantra sedans in the United States because there is a problem with the fuel pumps. Hyundai have to replace these fuel pumps, as they may lose pressure which will then degrade the performance of the engine.
The voluntary recall of the Elantrs affects the 2008 model with the 2.0-liter Beta engine. Some of the fuel pumps in these cars from Nov. 5 to June 28 might lose pumping pressure. Read more
BMW recall affects 200,000 3 Series, 5 Series, X3
The NHTSA has announced that BMW have issued a recall of 200,000 of their vehicles. The recall covers both cars and SUVs, the models affected are the 2006 3 Series, 2004-06 5 Series and 2004-06 X3 SUVs.
The reason for the recall is a faulty airbag which does not deploy when the car is involved in an accident.
The problem is not down to the airbag itself but in the sensors that detect when there is someone sitting in the front passenger seat. When the system is working properly, the sensor will disengage the passenger airbag if there is no one sitting in the seat.
As the sensor is not working correctly, there could be a passenger in the car but the air bag will not deploy, this could lead to injury.
BMW has reported that there have not been any injuries, as there is a warning light that lets you know that the airbag is disengaged.
Owners of those BMW’s affected should contact their local BMW dealer.
Whole Foods Market recall creates change
Whole Food Market have to tighten their oversight of suppliers, this has been done to keep substandard products out of stores. The recalling of ground beef recently had made customers sick in two U.S. States.
It seems that this recall has forced Whole Foods Market in to creating a change in the hope of winning back customer confidence.
The ground beef recall had a huge effect on the chain’s reputation; it seems that they are now trying to regain control of that fallout.
Since Coleman Natural came under new ownership, they started to use a slaughterhouse in Omaha. That slaughterhouse had received a number of citations, as well as having a long battle with the Agriculture Department. The Government had blamed this site for the source of the beef that made people sick.
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Recall’s Today: Chairs, Magnets, Rattles and Exercise Cycles
Today we see five recalls on the CPSC website, they include Chairs, Magnets, Rattles and Exercise Cycles. Below you can see information on each recall. Visit CPSC for more information.
Cost Plus Recalls Santorini Chairs Due to Fall Hazard - Units: About 8,600, Manufacturer: Cost Plus Inc., of Oakland, Calif., Hazard: The seat weld can fail and allow the chair to collapse, posing a fall hazard to consumers.
Incidents/Injuries: Cost Plus has received reports of four incidents involving weld failure. No injuries have been reported.
Description: This recall involves Santorini outdoor stacking chairs. The black metal chairs have vertical bars on the back and horizontal bars across the base.
Sold at: Cost Plus and World Market stores nationwide from January 2008 through April 2008 for about $50.
Manufactured in: Taiwan, Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the chairs with side weld joints (see below) and return them to any Cost Plus or World Market store for a full refund or exchange. Chairs with rear weld joints (see below) are not included in this recall. To identify if the chair is part of this recall consumers should locate the seat base weld on the underside of the chair. Weld joints located on the sides of the seat are included in this recall.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Cost Plus toll-free at (877) 967-5362 between 7 a.m. and 12 a.m. ET daily, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.worldmarket.com
Horseshoe Magnets Recalled by Dowling Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard - Units: About 91,500, Manufacturer: Dowling Magnets, of Sonoma, Calif.
Hazard: The plastic coating on the magnets contains excessive levels of lead, which violates the federal lead paint standard. Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: This recall involves the Classic Horseshoe Magnets. The 6-inch tall horseshoe magnet has a red plastic coating on the “handle” end. Each “foot” of the magnet has an engraved “S” or and “N.”
Sold at: Specialty retail stores and educational supply distributors nationwide from March 2003 through April 2008 for about $10.
Manufactured in: China, Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the classic horseshoe magnets away from children and contact Dowling Magnets to receive a free replacement horseshoe magnet.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Dowling Magnets toll-free at (866) 623-3336 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. PST Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.dowlingmagnets.com. Consumers can also email the firm at support@dowlingmagnets.com
Kids II Recalls Infant Rattles Due to Choking Hazard - Units: About 19,000, Distributor: Kids II Inc., of Alpharetta, Ga.
Hazard: The tip of the rattle’s antenna, which is attached to a bee figure, can detach and pose a choking hazard to small children.
Incidents/Injuries: Kids II has received two reports of the tip of the antenna detaching from the rattle, including one report that the purple ball from the tip of the antenna was in the baby’s mouth. No injuries have been reported.
Description: The soft toy rattle is a bee with a yellow head, ring-shaped green body, blue/green wings and purple/red antennas. Model number 8534 and date code PA8 are printed on a sewn-in label on the bee’s head.
Sold at: Toy stores, mass merchandisers, and other retail stores nationwide from January 2008 through June 2008 for about $2-3.
Manufactured in: China, Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled rattles away from small children and contact Kids II to receive a free replacement rattle.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Kids II toll-free at (877) 325-7056 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.kidsii.com
Pacific Science Supplies Recalls Magnets Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard - Units: About 40,000, Importer: Pacific Science Supplies Inc., of Bensenville, Ill.
Hazard: The paint on the magnets can contain excess levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard. Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: Magnets included in the recall: “Large” and “Small” U-shaped Magnets: These magnets are in the shape of a “U” or horseshoe. One half of each magnet is painted red and is imprinted with the letter “N”; the other half is painted blue, and is imprinted with the letter “S”.
“Large” and “Miniature” Bar Magnets: These magnets are in the shape of a bar. The magnets are painted half red and half white. The red half is imprinted with the letter “N” and the white half is imprinted with the letter “S”.
Magnet Sets: This set contains a small u-shaped magnet, two small bar magnets, and two small compasses. All magnets are painted half red and half white. The red half is imprinted with the letter “N” and the white half is imprinted with the letter “S”. The package is labeled “Magnets & Compasses.”
Magnet Needle Sets: This set contains 10 sets of small cone-shape bases and elongated-diamond-shaped magnets which can be fastened into the bases. The magnets are painted half red and half white.
Sold through: Distributors nationwide which sell to educational institutions, including colleges, high schools and middle schools. A small number were sold through educational stores nationwide from April 2000 through February 2008 for about $9.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using these recalled magnets and contact the firm to receive a free replacement.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Pacific Science Supplies Inc. at (800) 530-1500 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.pacsciusa.com
Reebok International Ltd. Recalls Exercise Cycles Due to Laceration Hazard - Units: About 20,000, Manufacturer: Fitness Associates Incorporated (F.A.I.), under license from Reebok International Ltd., of Canton, Mass. Note: F.A.I. is no longer in business.
Hazard: The alloy cranks on the exercise cycles can break during use, posing a laceration and abrasion hazard to users.
Incidents/Injuries: Reebok International Ltd. has received five reports of cranks breaking and causing lacerations. Three consumers required stitches.
Description: The Reebok Studio Cycle is an upright exercise bike used primarily in fitness centers and other institutional settings. The recalled bicycle is black with silver cranks. The unit has an internal belt drive. The base of the bicycle is a single piece that is welded to the frame. The legs are two straight horizontal bars with rounded edges. There is a logo located on the side of the exercise cycle that shows a person riding a bicycle.
Sold by: F.A.I. to health clubs and specialty fitness dealers nationwide from 1997 through 2000. The bicycles were not sold directly to consumers.
Manufactured in: United States, Remedy: Consumers should stop using the recalled Studio Cycle immediately, and owners should contact Reebok International Ltd. to receive a discount on a model currently made by a licensee of Reebok.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Reebok International Ltd. at (800) 382-3823 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.reebok.com
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Kroger ground beef recall could affect July 4 barbecues
As we all know it will be July 4 tomorrow, so many people will want to celebrate Independence Day by firing up their barbecues. Well some grills might look a little empty this year as a result of the Kroger ground beef recall, and news has just come in that the recall has now expanded to 20 states across the U.S.
The Kroger Co. has had to issue this voluntary recall of some of their ground beef products, as the meat may be contaminated with E. coli. The grocer, who is the largest in the U.S., has asked for all customers to check their ground beef in their refrigerators and freezers, just to see if it is covered by this recall.
The Kroger Co. had to issue this voluntary recall following a federal investigation, where investigators had to try and pinpoint the source of a salmonella outbreak, which was separate case. That outbreak was linked to tomatoes where almost 900 people become ill; this has now raised more questions as to the safety of the food that we eat.
Investigators still maintain that the tomatoes are the leading suspect however; they are looking at other produce, but they have not yet commented as to which vegetables they are looking at.
Ok this beef recall could not have come at a worse time, the thing is people would have already had their beef products for their BBQ’s and now have to send it back to the store. Now you have to wonder if there will be enough beef left on shelves as people try to replace what they had.
Crib Recall: Jardine Cribs recalled with fears of Strangulation and Entrapment Hazards
It is always scary for parents when they hear that there is a crib recall, no parent wants to hear that their crib that their baby is sleeping in are a potential danger. The latest crib recall is “Jardine Cribs”. Jardine Cribs are sold by Babies”R”Us and have been recalled due to Strangulation and Entrapment hazard, this is potential danger and this recall should be taken seriously.
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission who are in cooperation with the firm named below announced yesterday that consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. There are apparently 320,000 units in circulation of the cribs; the manufacturers of these cribs are Jardine Enterprises, of Taipei, Taiwan. The main hazards of these cribs are the wooden crib slats and spindles which can break; when they break it will leave a gab which can be very dangerous indeed causing entrapment and strangulation hazard to infants.
So far there have been 42 incidents which ahs been caused by the crib slats and spindles breaking, so far four children have become entrapped in the space which was created by the broken spindles, two of the children suffered abrasions and bruising, more than one child hurt in my eyes in too many. The description Jardine wooden cribs come in various styles and finishes, we have put a lit down the page a bit, this list shows what ones are being recalled, you can find the model number of each crib on the inside of the bottom rail of the headboard or footboard. The cribs are sold at KidsWorld, Geoffrey Stores, Toys “R” Us, and Babies “R” Us stores nationwide, and at babiesrus.com, from January 2002 through May 2008 for between $150 and $300, with one model, 0309K00 Mahogany Positano Lifetime Crib, which sold for $450 all are manufactured in China and Vietnam.
All consumers MUST stop using these cribs immediately, you can contact Jardine to receive a full credit toward the purchase of a new crib, here are the contact details, contact Jardine at (800) 646-4106 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday and between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.jardinecribrecall.com
The Full Recall List:
Model - Description - First Sold
BC-23 Drop Side Blue Spindle Crib 8/2004
BC-36B Drop Side Light Blue Spindle Crib 8/2005
BC-36G Drop Side Sage Spindle Crib 7/2005
BC-36P Drop Side Pink Spindle Crib 7/2005
BC-007 Hilton Drop Side Cherry Single Crib 1/2002
BC-010 Windsor Drop Side Cherry Flat Panel Crib 1/2002
BC-010C Windsor Drop Side Cherry Flat Panel Crib 11/2003
BC-010HP Windsor Drop Side Oak/Honey Pine Crib 11/2003
BC-010W Hilton Drop Side White Full Panel Crib 7/2002
BC-017 Windsor Drop Side Dark Pine Single Crib 1/2002
BC-107C Hilton Drop Side Cherry Single Crib 3/2005
BC-107CR Windsor Cherry Single Sleigh Crib 4/2007
BC-110C Berkley Drop Side Cherry Flat Panel Single Crib 3/2005
BC-110HP Windsor Drop Side Honey Pine/Honey Single Crib 3/2005
BC-110W Berkley Drop Side White Flat Panel Single Crib 3/2005
DA617BC Wicker 3-in-1 White Crib 1/2002
DA620BC Haven 3-in-1 Oak/Dark Pine Crib 5/2002
DA770BC 4-in-1 White Convertible Crib 1/2004
DV730N Natural Lifetime Crib 9/2003
DV730W White Lifetime Crib 8/2003
DV830-N Natural Lifetime Crib 11/2004
DV830-W White Lifetime Crib 11/2004
0113B00 Drop Side Natural Spindle Crib 7/2006
0113K00 Drop Side Mahogany Spindle Crib 6/2006
0303B00 Berkley Natural Lifetime Crib 9/2005
0303C00 Berkley White Lifetime Crib 8/2005
0303G00 Berkley Cherry Lifetime Crib 5/2005
0309K00 Positano Mahogany Lifetime Crib 4/2006
Ford Recall F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks: faulty power brake assist hose
Today we are hearing that there is a Ford Recall for F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT pickup trucks, the Ford Motor Company has recalled these trucks because of a faulty power brake assist hose that has caused no injuries but did cause 11 minor accidents. The company reported they would recall more than 650,000 vehicles that are equipped with the 5.4-liter three-valve engine. This recall includes 2005 and 2006 F-150 and Mark LT trucks, it was also confirmed by to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
The problem with the faulty power brake assist hose is that it can swell over time and this can cause the hose to become detached from the intake manifold, if this happens then the breaking creates increased pressure on the brake pedal. 50,000 of the recalled vehicles are from Canada, 1,500 are in other countries and the rest of in the United States. Although we are breaking this news now, it seems Ford does not have the parts to make the repair needed and they have said they will start notifying F-150 and Mark LT owners of the recall in early July. This was made aware in letters to Ford Lincoln and Mercury dealers, if you do own one of the vehicles or want more information then you can contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Obviously this repair will not cost the customers anything when Ford starts the recall in a couple of months.
What do you make on this recall and would you wish to be contacted sooner?
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Hyundai Sonata Recall of 393,714 Sedans: issue with air bag system
Today we are hearing that there has been a Hyundai Sonata recall of 393,714 sedans, the reason given was because of an issue with the air bag system and this issue is more to-do with complaints as the isn’t defective per se. The company has had customers complain about how the advanced air bag system in the Hyundai Sonata works, some small adults have sat in the front passenger seat and the system is shutting off.
These advanced air bag systems are meant to shut off when small children sit in the front seat as it’s said the force of an airbag deploying can do more harm than the airbag not being deployed. The Sonata recall will start in May and dealers will check over the air bag system and make the changes needed, if you need more information you can phone Hyundai on 800-633-5151.
Its good to see Hyundai taking the safety of consumers seriously, this is a company that has made a big investment in North America that totals more than $1 billion. The new model of Sonata is now being built in one of the most advanced auto assembly plants in North America.
Leave a comment if you have any other information on the Hyundai Sonata recall.
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Recall Update: Salmonella in Malt O Meal cereal sickened at least 23 people
This is an update on the voluntary recall of Malt O Meal cereal that we reported to you yesterday, we are now hearing that at least 23 people in 14 states have fell sick thanks to the cereal tainted with Salmonella.
From the reported cases, three people have been treated in hospital and U.S. officials have confirmed the numbers. You can read more details from the post yesterday (Unsweetened Wheat Cereal and Puffed Rice recall).
How do you feel knowing that Salmonella could of entered your home from food you buy in stores?
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Malt-O-Meal Recall: Unsweetened Puffed Rice and Wheat Cereal
There has been a voluntary recall by Malt-O-Meal of their Unsweetened Puffed Rice and Wheat Cereal; they said the recall was because the food “may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella”. The cereals are said to be produced with “Best If Used By” codes, the dates and codes are between April 8, 2008 (code APR0808) and March 18, 2009 (code MAR1809).
The product was marketed under the Malt-O-Meal brand and as some private label brands including “Acme, America’s Choice, Food Club, Giant, Hannaford, Jewel, Laura Lynn, Pathmark, Shaw’s, ShopRite, Tops and Weis Quality”.
You can find a long list of products that are included in this recall and photos on malt-o-meal.com
Toyota and General Motors Recall: Corolla, Matrix and Pontiac Vibe’s
Today we are hearing that Toyota and General Motors have issued a recall of 662,093 small cars in the U.S. The cars being recalled include 122,593 Pontiac Vibes from GM, 539,500 of Toyota’s 2004 and 2003 model Matrix and Corolla cars.
The reason given for the recall was because of “a flaw that could cause power windows to fail” and Bloomberg reported, “In some cases, bolts in the driver and front-passenger doors may fail and allow the window glass to come loose”.
Even though this is the case, we are hearing that it will not be to the end of the month when Toyota will begin notifying owners by mail.