Ford Recalls 150,000 Year 2005 & 2006 F-150 Pickup Trucks: Air Bags
February 23, 2011
Ford is recalling about 150,000 year 2005 and 2006 F-150 pickup trucks due to airbags that could deploy without warning, and without crashes.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) cited 77 injuries and suggested to Ford in 2010 that they should recall over 1.3-million F-150 trucks, according to the Associated Press story featured on CBS News.
Honda Fit Recall Update: Vehicle Stalls Due to Engine and Cooling Problems
February 22, 2011
Some of the information below may have been updated since the original Honda Fit Recall alert. Also see the following recalls, which may make you change your mind about buying a 2007-2008 Honda Fit:
- Honda Fit Recall: 2007 & 2008 Models – Headlight Problems
- Honda Fit Recall: 2007-2008 Models – Fire Hazard
- Honda Fit Recall: 2007-2008 Models – Power Window Switch
800,000 Car Seats Recalled: Dorel Child Restraints Marketed as Cosco, Safety First and Other Brands
February 16, 2011
Nearly 800,000 Dorel child safety car seats have been recalled due to issues with unintentional loosening of the locking and release mechanism. These infant, convertible, and booster child restraint systems were sold as stand-alone car seats, or as part of a travel system with stroller. The complete list of Dorel car seats included in the recall can be found below.
Certain Medical Device Recalls May Have Been Avoided with Proper Reviews
February 15, 2011
The Wall Street Journal, The Los Angeles Times, NPR, and other major news sources are all reporting today on a five-year study that links more than 70% of recalled medical devices to a shortened FDA review process. The abbreviated protocol FDA used in these cases – known as the 510(k) process – does not require medical devices to be tested in advance on patients. In order for devices to qualify for this quicker review, they must be “deemed similar to products already on the market.”
P&G Consultant May Have Delayed Research on Denture Cream Dangers
February 11, 2011
US Recall News has received several emails and comments lately from people who are concerned about a possible link between zinc found in denture creams like Fixodent, and certain neurological health problems. ABC News has done a stellar job reporting on this (and uncovering some troubling information) recently, but we would also like to point consumers to a story we published almost two years ago about the potential dangers of using excessive denture cream containing zinc.
Certain Husky, Craftsman, Porter-Cable Air Compressors Recakked Due to Fire Hazard
February 4, 2011
Devilbiss Air Power Company is recalling nearly half-a-million air compressors because the motor can overheat, which could post a fire hazard. These air compressors were sold as Craftsman, Delta Shopmaster, DeVilbiss, Husky and Porter-Cable brand names in home and hardware stores nationwide.
Name of Product: Air compressors
Strollers Recalled to Repair by phil&teds USA Due to Amputation and Laceration Hazards
January 22, 2011
Name of Product: Jogging Strollers
Units: About 22,000 in the United States and 7,200 in Canada
Importer: phil&teds USA Inc., of Fort Collins, CO
Hazard: When folding and unfolding the stroller, a consumer’s finger can become caught in the hinge mechanism, posing amputation and laceration hazards.
Toxic Waste® and Nuclear Sludge® Candy Recalled for Lead Poisoning Hazard
January 14, 2011
As dangerous as it is ironic, Candy Dynamics of Indianapolis, IN has recalled all Toxic Waste® brand Nuclear Sludge® Chew Bars due to elevated levels of lead.
Ford Recalls Over 14-Thousand F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, Edge and MKX Vehicles
January 7, 2011
Ford is recalling certain 2011-year Edge, F-150, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 trucks, and Lincoln MKX crossover vehicles.
Ford’s body control module supplier may have manufactured modules that could short, causing an electrical fire in unattended vehicles.
Annual Recall Roundup: Biggest Recalls of 2010
January 6, 2011
Consumer product safety recalls were a ubiquitous news item in 2010. From food to toys to drugs, the U.S. market saw thousands of recalls from companies large and small.
An that’s not even counting the millions of vehicles that were recalled in 2010 from every major auto-maker with cars on the road in the United States, including Ford, Toyota, GM, Nissan, Kia, Hyundai, and many others!
New Food Safety Laws: Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) – H.R. 2751
December 25, 2010
What is the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)? What is H.R. 2751? Who voted for it? What does it mean to small farmers? What new powers does it give the FDA? Read this news brief for information, and join in the discussion here on USRCN.
7 Ways to Stay Informed About Product Recalls on USRecallNews.com
December 20, 2010
It’s tough to stay up-to-date on all the recalls lately. Trust us, we know! At US Recall News we understand that life can get hectic – so we do everything we can to make it easy for you to stay informed, and to keep your family safe. Below are seven ways you can get news about product and consumer safety recalls from USRecallNews.com:
Darvocet Recall – Potentially Fatal Heart Abnormalities Final Straw
November 20, 2010
Xanodyne Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is cooperating with the FDA in recalling Darvocet and Darvon, their versions of the pain killer propoxyphene. Darvon, which is also sold as Darvocet (with acetaminophen added), could cause serious and potentially fatal heart rhythm abnormalities, according to new clinical data reviewed by the FDA.
2010 Toy Recall List
November 18, 2010
US Recall News is compiling a 2010 toy recall list to keep parents and shoppers informed about recalled toys this holiday season. Click here to view the most recent recalled toys. Consumers can also subscribe to the toy recalls feed here and get toy recall alerts sent directly to their RSS feed reader of choice (including Google and Yahoo) or subscribe to the US Recall News email alert system (right side of screen) to be notified by email whenever new recalls are announced for consumer products, pharmaceutical drugs, medical devices, vehicles and more.
DePuy ASR™ Hip Implant Recall Prompts Concerns About Pinnacle® System
November 3, 2010
DePuy Orthopaedics, a Johnson & Johnson company, issued a recall on on their ASR™ XL Acetabular Hip Systems and DePuy ASR™ Hip Resurfacing Systems earlier this year, prompting several patients to comment about issues they seem to be having with the Pinnacle® Acetabular Cup System. See the hundreds of comments below for more about this issue from DePuy hip replacement patients.
Mega Pops Lollipops Recalled – Candy Recall Due to to Foreign Particals
October 25, 2010
A limited number of Mega Pops™ brand lollipops may contain traces of foreign particles, and as a precautionary measure, manufacturer Colombina S.A. is asking customers to return these lollipops to their retailer and instructing retailers to recall the product voluntarily. Colombina believes the product presents no health risk.
Toyota Recalls 744,000 Cars: Lexus, Avalon, Highlander – Fall, 2010 Recalls
October 21, 2010
Toyota has recalled 744,000 cars in the United States due to the brake and fuel problems discussed below. Included in this latest Toyota recall are the following model / year vehicles:
- 2004 through 2006 non-hybrid Highlander
- 2004 through 2006 Lexus RX330
- 2005 and 2006 Avalon
Meridia Recall
October 9, 2010
Abbott has issued a Meridia Recall after being asked by the FDA to stop marketing the product in the United States due to results of a study indicating an increased risk of heart attack and stroke in Meridia users.
Fisher-Price Toy Recalls – 2010 Major Toy & High Chair Recall
September 30, 2010
Fisher-Price is recalling over 10-million products, including trikes, infant toys, high chairs, toy cars and ramp ways. The products are being recalled for various reasons, including choking hazards and protruding parts.
No deaths have been reported to the Consumer Product Safety Commission involving any of the recalled toys or high chairs from Fisher-Price, but there have been reports of injuries, including choking and cuts that required stitches.
Hyundai Recall: 2011 Sonata Steering Problems
September 27, 2010
Hyundai has recalled 139,500 year-2011 Sonatas due to a steering problem that could cause loss of control of the vehicle. This Hyundai Sonata recall involves units made between December 11, 2009 and September 10, 2010. On some of these cars the steering column intermediate shaft universal joint connections could have been assembled incorrectly or insufficiently tightened.
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