Tyson Recalls Ground Beef Products Due To Possible E. Coli O157:H7 Contamination
December 18, 2011
The following products are subject to recall:
10-pound chubs of “CHUCK FINE GROUND BEEF 80/20,” packed in cases containing eight chubs.
The products subject to recall have a “BEST BEFORE OR FREEZE BY” date of “11/13/11″ and “EST. 245C” on the box label. The products were shipped to institutions and distributors in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Swanson Health Products Recalls Swanson Organic Celery Seed
December 17, 2011
Swanson Health Products is voluntarily recalling Swanson Organic Celery Seed (Whole) which is packaged in plastic bottles with a net weight of 1.4 oz. (40 grams) because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.
2010-2011 Nissan Sentra Recall – 33,803 Cars Affected
December 17, 2011
Nissan North America, Inc. has recalled about 33,800 Nissan Sentras (years 2010 and 2011) because of a problem with the battery terminal bolts.
FDA Classifies Riata and Riata ST Silicone Defibrillation Leads as Class I Recall
December 16, 2011
The classification of this recall is part of the process that follows any medical device advisory issued by a device manufacturer to physicians. The FDA’s classification updates the recommendations provided in the Nov. 28, 2011 Physician Advisory Letter, which is available on the company’s website, www.sjmprofessional.com. An estimated 79,000 Riata and Riata ST family of silicone leads remain active in patients in the U.S. The company stopped distributing the Riata and Riata ST family of silicone leads in December 2010. The affected model numbers are the Riata (8F) Silicone Endocardial Defibrillation Leads (Models 1560, 1561, 1562, 1570, 1571, 1572, 1580, 1581, 1582, 1590, 1591, and 1592), and the Riata ST (7Fr) Silicone Endocardial Defibrillation Leads (Models 7000, 7001, 7002, 7010, 7011, 7040, 7041, and 7042).
Toasters Recalled by Hamilton Beach Due to Fire Hazard
December 16, 2011
Units: About 14,000
Importer: Hamilton Beach Brands Inc., of Glen Allen, Va.
Hazard: When the toasters are first plugged into the outlets, the heating element can be energized although the toaster lifter is in the up or off position, which can pose a fire hazard if the toaster is near flammable items.
Arctic Cat Recalls Snowmobiles Due to Crash Hazard
December 16, 2011
Arctic Cat is recalling about 7,100 Arctic Cat Snomobiles because the snow machines’ headlamp fuse can malfunction, which could cause periods of limited visibility at night. Arctic Cat discovered this condition during production testing of these models. There have been no reports of headlamp failures or injuries.
Winn-Dixie Issues Voluntary Recall on Bulk Gummy Bears
December 15, 2011
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. has recalled Sunrise Assorted Flavor Gummy Bears sold in the self-serve bulk area of select store produce departments between November 14 and December 13 due to a remote possibility of metal contamination. The gummy bears included in this recall have been sold in five Winn-Dixie stores in Florida and Louisiana:
Handheld Massagers Recalled by Fourstar Group Due to Burn Hazard from Leaking Batteries
December 14, 2011
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. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Name of Product: Handheld Massage Pets
Units: About 25,500
Toys Distribution Inc. Recalls Rattles Due to Choking Hazard
December 14, 2011
Name of Product: Baby Rattles
Units: About 50
Distributor: Toys Distribution Inc., of Los Angeles, Calif.
Manufacturer: Winning Key (WK) Manufacturing and Topwin Toys (HK), of China
Advanced Animal Nutrition Recalls Dog Power Dry Dog Food
December 13, 2011
Advanced Animal Nutrition has recalled its dry Dog Power Dog Food- due to aflatoxin levels that were detected above the acceptable limit. The affected products were manufactured between Jan. 4, 2011, and Nov. 18, 2011. No illnesses have been reported in association with these products to date, and no other Advanced Animal Nutrition pet food products are involved in this recall. Affected products are:
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