Honda, Subaru Recall Vehicles for Seatbelt Failures

September 14, 2011

By Linda Dailey Paulson

A new, dual recall announcement has been issued for 311,000 Honda SUVs and half a million Subaru vehicles. The automobiles were found to have safety-related problems that might cause serious injuries to drivers and their passengers.

Written by: E. Sizemore · Filed Under Auto Recalls, Featured

Eye Infections, Complications Due to Off-Label Usage of Avastin

September 13, 2011

By Rachelle Matherne

According to an FDA advisory issued August 30, 12 patients have developed serious bacterial infections after using intravitreal injections of bevacizumab (Avastin). Of these 12 patients who developed Streptococcus endophthalmitis, which can lead to blindness and brain damage, at least five have lost all remaining vision in their treated eyes. The incidents occurred in three different clinics in Miami, Los Angeles, and Nashville.

Written by: Rachelle Matherne · Filed Under Drug Recalls

Chocolate Decadence Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in Multiple Lines of Chocolate Products

September 13, 2011

Chocolate Decadence, Eugene, Oregon, is recalling multiple lines of chocolate products because they may contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

There has been one allergic reaction complaint and confirmed to date in Connecticut. The products were distributed nationwide through Internet sales and through retail stores.

Written by: FDA · Filed Under Food Recalls

VOLKSWAGEN ( 11V466000 )

September 13, 2011

Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): VOLKSWAGEN / JETTA 2011
Manufacturer: VOLKSWAGEN OF AMERICA, INC Mfr’s Report Date: SEP 07, 2011 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 11V466000 N/A NHTSA Action Number: N/A Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM Potential Number of Units Affected: 30,294 Summary:
VOLKSWAGEN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 JETTA SEDAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 18, 2010, THROUGH AUGUST 22, 2011. SOME VEHICLES HAD A STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST TIP INSTALLED AT THE PORT DURING IMPORTATION. THESE EXHAUST TIPS MAY EXTEND BEYOND THE ORIGINAL LENGTH OF THE FACTORY-INSTALLED EXHAUST PIPES. IT IS POSSIBLE FOR INADVERTENT CONTACT TO OCCUR WITH A PERSON’S LEG. Consequence:
IF THE TAILPIPE EXTENSION IS HOT DURING INADVERTENT CONTACT, A BURN COULD OCCUR. Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST TIPS AS NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT VOLKSWAGEN AT 1-800-822-8987. Notes:
VOLKSWAGEN’S SAFETY RECALL NUMBER IS 26G8/U3. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV . Check to Request Research. Submit below. 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building Washington DC 20590 USA
1.888.327.4236 TTY 1.800.424.9153

Written by: NHTSA · Filed Under NHTSA Press Releases

Target Recalls to Repair Embark Resistance Cords Due to Injury Hazard

September 9, 2011

Target is recalling approximately 447,000 Embark Resistance Cords and Cord Kits because the black plastic ball attached to the resistance cord’s door anchor can accidentally release and strike the user.

Incidents/Injuries:
Target has received three reports of incidents in which consumers were struck in the eye by the door anchor ball. Two incidents resulted in permanent vision loss, and the severity of the injury in the third incident is unknown.

Written by: CPSC · Filed Under CPSC Press Releases