Illinois Firm Recalls Imported Beef Products Due to Potential Animal Drug Contaminant

May 15, 2010

Sampco, Inc., a Chicago, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 87,000 pounds of beef products that may contain the animal drug Ivermectin, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today. Ivermectin is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic and is used as a de-worming agent in live animals.

Max-Trac Recalls Certain Avon Cobra AV72 Motorcycle Tires

May 15, 2010

Tire Brand Name / Tire Line / Tire Size:     Production Dates:
    AVON / COBRA AV72 / 240/50R16 84V     OCT 11, 2009 – NOV 07, 2009
Manufacturer: MAX-TRAC TIRE CO., INC. Mfr’s Report Date: MAY 10, 2010
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10T014000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Minnesota Firm Recall Sunflower Seeds Due to Undeclared Dairy Allergen

May 14, 2010

Ryt-way Industries LLC of Lakeville, MN is voluntarily recalling select BIGS ® Original Salted & Roasted Sunflower Seeds because they may contain dairy ingredients that were not declared on the packaging. The product is packaged in 5.35oz plastic bags with BEST BY Dates of 30MAY2011 and 31MAY2011 with an individual bag UPC code 896887002196. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to dairy run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Baroody Imports, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Baroody Dried Apricots

May 14, 2010

BAROODY IMPORTS, INC., 1500 B MAIN AVE., CLIFTON, NJ 07011 is recalling BAROODY DRIED APRICOTS because it may contain undeclared sulfites. People who have severe sensitivity to sulfites run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume this product.

Niner Bikes Recalls Bicycle Frame Due to Crash Hazard

May 14, 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.

NAME OF PRODUCT: BICYCLE FRAME

UNITS: ABOUT 750

The Children’s Place Recalls Denim Shorts Due to Choking Hazard; Metal Snaps Could Detach

May 14, 2010

THE FOLLOWING PRODUCT SAFETY RECALL WAS VOLUNTARILY CONDUCTED BY THE FIRM IN COOPERATION WITH THE CPSC. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING THE PRODUCT IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.

NAME OF PRODUCT: DENIM CARGO SHORTS

UNITS: ABOUT 29,000

MANUFACTURER: THE CHILDREN’S PLACE SERVICES COMPANY LLC, OF SECAUCUS, NJ

Junk Food Clothing Co. Recalls Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Due to Strangulation Hazard

May 14, 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.

NAME OF PRODUCT: CHILDREN’S HOODED SWEATSHIRTS WITH DRAWSTRINGS

UNITS: ABOUT 24,000

Children’s Sweatshirts Recalled by Tommy Hilfiger U.S.A. Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard

May 14, 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. – WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION AND HEALTH CANADA, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.

NAME OF PRODUCT: TOMMY HILFIGER SWEATSHIRTS

Remote-Controlled Helicopters Recalled by Imagine Nation Books Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

May 13, 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.

NAME OF PRODUCT: “FLY DRAGONFLY” (ALSO CALLED “QUEEN BEE”) REMOTE-CONTROLLED HELICOPTERS

Step2 Recalls to Repair Riding Toys Due to Risk of Injury

May 13, 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION AND HEALTH CANADA, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.

NAME OF PRODUCT: PUSH AROUND AND WHISPER RIDE BUGGIES

Rome Snowboards Recalls Bindings Due to Fall Hazard

May 13, 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION AND HEALTH CANADA, IN COOPERATION WITH THE FIRM NAMED BELOW, TODAY ANNOUNCED A VOLUNTARY RECALL OF THE FOLLOWING CONSUMER PRODUCT. CONSUMERS SHOULD STOP USING RECALLED PRODUCTS IMMEDIATELY UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED.

NAME OF PRODUCT: SNOWBOARD BOOT BINDINGS

California Firm Recalls Chicken and Beef Puff Products Due to Mislabeling and Undeclared Allergens

May 13, 2010

Recall Release CLASS I RECALL
FSIS-RC-032-2010 HEALTH RISK: HIGH

Congressional and Public Affairs
(202) 720-9113
Catherine Cochran

STARCRAFT ( 10V194000 )

May 13, 2010

Vehicle Make / Model:     Model Year(s):
     STARCRAFT / QUEST     2010
Manufacturer: STARCRAFT BUS Mfr’s Report Date: APR 14, 2010
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V194000 EQ10003 NHTSA Action Number: EQ10003
Component: SEATS
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1

PIERCE ( 10V195000 )

May 13, 2010

Vehicle Make / Model:     Model Year(s):
     PIERCE / ARROW XT     2006-2010
     PIERCE / DASH     2006-2010
     PIERCE / LANCE     2006-2010
     PIERCE / QUANTUM     2006-2010
     PIERCE / VELOCITY     2006-2010

BRP ( 10V188000 )

May 13, 2010

Vehicle Make / Model:     Model Year(s):
     BRP / SEA-DOO ADVANCED TEC     2010
Manufacturer: BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS INC. Mfr’s Report Date: APR 27, 2010
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V188000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: TRAILER HITCHES

KENWORTH ( 10V185000 )

May 13, 2010

Vehicle Make / Model:     Model Year(s):
     KENWORTH / T2000     2010
     KENWORTH / T660     2010
     KENWORTH / T800     2010
     KENWORTH / W900     2010
Manufacturer: PACCAR INCORPORATED Mfr’s Report Date: APR 29, 2010

MCI ( 10V199000 )

May 13, 2010

Vehicle Make / Model:     Model Year(s):
     MCI / D4000     2010
     MCI / D4005     2010
     MCI / D4500     2010
     MCI / D4505     2010
     MCI / E4500     2010

2010 Subaru Outback & Legacy Vehicles Recalled

May 13, 2010

Vehicle Make / Model:     Model Year(s):
     SUBARU / LEGACY     2010
     SUBARU / OUTBACK     2010
Manufacturer: SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC. Mfr’s Report Date: MAY 06, 2010
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 10V196000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A

What You Should Know About E.coli

May 11, 2010

E Coli ImageThis is part 1 of a multi-part feature series covering the food-borne illnesses responsible for most food recalls in the United States.

What Consumers Should Know About E.coli
You’ve probably heard of the food poisoning known as E.coli. Beyond the fact that it can make you really sick, all consumers should understand how this illness manifests, both to minimize your risk and spot the symptoms in the event of infection.

CPSC Announces State Grants On Pool and Spa Safety Now Available

May 11, 2010

WASHINGTON, D.C. – THE U.S. CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION (CPSC) ANNOUNCED TODAY THAT THE VIRGINIA GRAEME BAKER POOL AND SPA SAFETY ACT’S (P&SSACT) STATE GRANT PROGRAM IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING FROM ELIGIBLE STATES. THE P&SSACT INTENDS TO ENHANCE THE SAFETY OF POOLS AND SPAS BY REDUCING CHILD DROWNINGS AND SUCTION ENTRAPMENT INCIDENTS AND EDUCATING THE PUBLIC ON THE IMPORTANCE OF SAFETY DEVICES AND CONSTANT SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN IN AND AROUND WATER. CPSC IS THE LEAD AGENCY IN IMPLEMENTING AND ENFORCING THE ACT, WHICH WAS SIGNED INTO LAW IN DECEMBER 2007.

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