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Air Bag Dangers Prompt Massive Recall Of 419K+ Jeep SUVs: What To Know Air Bag Dangers Prompt Massive Recall Of 419K+ Jeep SUVs: What To Know
Air Bag Dangers Prompt Massive Recall Of 419K+ Jeep SUVs: What To Know More than 419,000 Jeep SUVs are being recalled because a software glitch could delay side air bag deployment during a crash and increase injury risks. Chrysler issued the recall for 419,035 Jeep Grand Cherokees, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Thursday, May 21. The recall covers certain 2022 through 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2023 through 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L vehicles. The problem involves a software error in the occupant restraint controller module. The issue may cause side air bags to deploy late in certain types of crashes. The r…
Chocolate Snack Treats Recalled Nationwide Over Allergy Risk Chocolate Snack Treats Recalled Nationwide Over Allergy Risk
Chocolate Snack Treats Recalled Nationwide Over Allergy Risk A chocolate snack marketed as almond- and coconut-based is being pulled because of what may be hiding inside. Bazzini, LLC, of Allentown, Pennsylvania, announced the voluntary recall on Tuesday, May 27, for certain lots of SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites, according to a company announcement posted by the US Food and Drug Administration. The recall was issued because the products may contain undeclared peanuts. People with peanut allergies risk serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they eat the recalled products, the company said in the FDA-posted notice. The r…
Engine Failure Concerns Prompt Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know Engine Failure Concerns Prompt Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know
Engine Failure Concerns Prompt Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know More than 43,000 Toyota vehicles are being recalled over an engine issue that could cause drivers to lose power on the road and increase crash risks. Toyota issued the recall for 43,566 Tundra pickups, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report filed on Wednesday, May 20. The recall covers certain 2024 models equipped with a V35A engine. The problem involves debris from the manufacturing process, which may contaminate the engine and cause a main bearing to fail. That can lead to engine knocking, rough running, the vehicle not starting, or an engine stall. The recal…
Boy's Death Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Youth ATVs: What To Know Boy's Death Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Youth ATVs: What To Know
Boy's Death Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Youth ATVs: What To Know Nearly 5,000 youth all-terrain vehicles are being recalled after a boy's death, federal officials said. Lil Pick Up Inc. is recalling about 4,900 Rex110 and Sierra110 youth ATVs, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, April 23. The vehicles pose a risk because they fail to meet federal safety standards for youth ATVs.  Regulators said the ATVs can exceed safe speed limits for children, have suspension systems that don't meet safety requirements, and may have throttles that stick during use. The footwell surfaces can also reach high temperature…
Failing Brakes Spark Huge Recall Of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Failing Brakes Spark Huge Recall Of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
Failing Brakes Spark Huge Recall Of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Nearly 17,000 Harley-Davidson motorcycles are being recalled due to a rear brake issue that can increase crash risks. Harley-Davidson Motor Company issued the recall for 16,994 motorcycles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report released on Monday, April 13. The recalled bikes are from the model years 2025 and 2026. The issue involves the rear brake line, which may come into contact with the motorcycle's body control module. Over time, that contact can tear a hole in the brake line, allowing brake fluid to leak and reducing braking ability. The issue come…
Major Recall Targets Hyundai Models Over Potential Safety Risk Major Recall Targets Hyundai Models Over Potential Safety Risk
Major Recall Targets Hyundai Models Over Potential Safety Risk A safety issue tied to a critical vehicle component has prompted a widespread recall affecting hundreds of thousands of cars sold across the US. Hyundai Motor America is recalling more than 294,000 vehicles, including certain Hyundai and Genesis models, due to a defect involving front seat belt anchors. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said the issue could cause the seat belt to detach during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Affected vehicles include select 2023–2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 models, 2024–2026 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid models, and 2023–2026 Genesi…
Crash Risk While Backing Up Forces Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know Crash Risk While Backing Up Forces Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know
Crash Risk While Backing Up Forces Huge Toyota Recall: What To Know More than 73,000 Toyota SUVs are being recalled after an issue that could put pedestrians at risk of being hit. Toyota issued the recall for 73,528 Corolla Cross Hybrid vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said in a report released on Tuesday, March 31. The recall covers the model years 2023 through 2025. The problem involves the vehicle's pedestrian warning system, which is meant to alert people nearby when a hybrid is moving at low speeds. In the affected vehicles, the sound may be too quiet when the car is in reverse, making it harder for a pedestri…
Airbag Dangers Grow As Massive Recall Expands For Chrysler Vehicles Airbag Dangers Grow As Massive Recall Expands For Chrysler Vehicles
Airbag Dangers Grow As Massive Recall Expands For Chrysler Vehicles A major recall for Chrysler minivans has expanded due to an airbag defect that could increase the risk of passengers being ejected during a crash, federal officials said. Chrysler issued the recall for 178,246 Pacifica and Voyager vehicles, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Thursday, March 26. The issue affects certain minivans from the model years 2022 through 2026. The side curtain airbags may not hold enough pressure due to improperly sealed seams, which could allow too much movement when they're deployed, and they fail to meet federal safety standards. "Cu…
Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know
Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know More than 120,000 bed rails are being recalled after two deaths were linked to a dangerous entrapment hazard, federal officials said. Vive Health is recalling about 122,000 adult portable bed rails, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, March 26. The recall includes three models: the Vive Health Compact Bed Rail, Bed Rail Collection V, and units of model LVA1024 purchased on or before Monday, Aug. 21, 2023. The products pose a risk because users can become trapped within the rail or between the rail and the mattress, creating a serious risk of asphyxiation. Viv…
Handlebar Dangers Prompt Large Recall Of Several Motorcycle Models Handlebar Dangers Prompt Large Recall Of Several Motorcycle Models
Handlebar Dangers Prompt Large Recall Of Several Motorcycle Models Nearly 20,000 Honda motorcycles are being recalled over a loose screw that could interfere with steering, federal officials said. American Honda Motor Co. issued the recall for 19,406 motorcycles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report released on Thursday, March 12. The issue affects certain 2023-2025 CMX300, CMX500, and CL500 models. The handlebar lock screw in the recalled motorcycles may loosen and detach, according to the NHTSA. "A detached screw may lodge between the frame and stem, interfering with steering and increasing the risk of a crash or injury,"…
50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers 50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers
50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers More than 700,000 power steamers are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burn injuries linked to overheating parts and hot water discharge, officials said. Wagner Spray Tech is recalling its 900 Series power steamers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, March 19. About 700,000 steamers were sold in the US, and around 8,000 were purchased in Canada. The recall includes three models: 905e Auto Steamer, 915e On-Demand Power Steamer, and 925e Steam Machine Elite Steamer. The recall was issued after reports that the attached hose can get excessively hot and t…
Steering Control Loss Sparks Massive Ford SUV Recall: What To Know Steering Control Loss Sparks Massive Ford SUV Recall: What To Know
Steering Control Loss Sparks Massive Ford SUV Recall: What To Know Ford is recalling more than 412,000 SUVs because drivers can lose steering control if a rear suspension part fractures, officials said. The recall affects 412,774 Ford Explorers from the 2017 through 2019 model years, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration report submitted on Friday, Feb. 20. The issue involves the rear suspension toe links, which may break under certain loading conditions.  The affected vehicles were built between Tuesday, May 16, 2017, and Sunday, March 3, 2019. "Fracture of a rear toe link diminishes steering control, increasing the…
Smoke Alarms May Not Sound During Fire, Sparking Large Recall Smoke Alarms May Not Sound During Fire, Sparking Large Recall
Smoke Alarms May Not Sound During Fire, Sparking Large Recall More than 10,000 smoke detectors are being recalled because they may not sound in time during a fire, federal officials said. The recall affects about 11,000 LSHOME 3-Pack Smoke Detector Fire Alarms, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Feb. 12.  The recall covers 9-volt battery-operated alarms that are white and circular, with a light sound warning and a test button. Model number XG-7D04-KZ9Z and SKU number CX-50YP-A5VN are printed on the bottom of the unit. If the sensing threshold of the security warning is set too high, the alarm might not sound in a …
Biscuit Products Recalled Across US Over Possible Contamination Biscuit Products Recalled Across US Over Possible Contamination
Biscuit Products Recalled Across US Over Possible Contamination A popular packaged biscuit product sold nationwide is being pulled from store shelves after a safety concern prompted a voluntary recall. Gerber Products Company announced on Monday, Jan. 26, that it is recalling limited batches of one of its biscuit products out of an abundance of caution due to the potential presence of foreign material that should not be consumed. According to the company, the recall involves Gerber Arrowroot Biscuits and was initiated after an arrowroot flour supplier issued its own recall. Gerber said it is no longer working with that supplier. The affected products a…
Clorox Fined $14.15M For Delayed Warning About Pine-Sol Bacteria Clorox Fined $14.15M For Delayed Warning About Pine-Sol Bacteria
Clorox Fined $14.15M For Delayed Warning About Pine-Sol Bacteria Clorox has agreed to pay more than $14 million in fines for failing to properly report a bacterial hazard linked to certain Pine-Sol cleaning products, federal regulators said. The Clorox Company will pay a $14.15 million civil penalty, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said in a news release on Tuesday, Jan. 27. The affected products were Pine-Sol Scented Multi-Surface Cleaners in Lemon Fresh, Sparking Wave, and Lavender Clean scents. According to the CPSC, Clorox identified potential contamination years before a recall was announced in Oct…
Recall Issued For Lamb Products Sold In 7 States, Including NY Recall Issued For Lamb Products Sold In 7 States, Including NY
Recall Issued For Lamb Products Sold In 7 States, Including NY Nearly 6,000 pounds of fresh salted lamb products are being recalled after federal authorities discovered the items were distributed without undergoing required inspections. Ghanaianway Restaurant and Grocery LLC, based in Newark, New Jersey, is recalling approximately 5,970 pounds of salted lamb sold under the label “Ghanaianway African Foods Salted Lamb (Koobi),” according to an announcement from the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).  The products, which were produced between March 11, 2025, and Dec. 3, 2025, were shipped to restaurant and reta…
Engine Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Jeep Recall: What To Know Engine Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Jeep Recall: What To Know
Engine Fires, Injuries Spark Massive Jeep Recall: What To Know More than 112,000 Jeep plug-in hybrid vehicles are being recalled because debris inside the engine can cause it to fail and catch fire. Chrysler issued the recall for about 112,859 Jeep vehicles nationwide, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notice from Thursday, Nov. 6. The recall covers certain 2023-2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe models. Officials said sand left behind from the engine casting process may contaminate internal parts and lead to "catastrophic engine failure," causing a fire or a sudden loss of drive power. Drivers…
Mislabeling Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Frozen Chicken, Beef Products Mislabeling Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Frozen Chicken, Beef Products
Mislabeling Triggers Nationwide Recall Of Frozen Chicken, Beef Products Consumers are being urged to check their freezers after a nationwide recall was issued for several frozen chicken and beef products that may contain undeclared sesame. The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced that Brazilian Taste, based in Lexington, South Carolina, is recalling about 4,120 pounds of frozen croquettes due to misbranding and the presence of a known allergen not listed on product labels.  Sesame can cause severe or even life-threatening allergic reactions in some individuals. According to the recall, the affected products include: 17.63-ounce bags …
Software Glitch Prompts Large SUV Recall In Ford's Latest Safety Issue Software Glitch Prompts Large SUV Recall In Ford's Latest Safety Issue
Software Glitch Prompts Large SUV Recall In Ford's Latest Safety Issue Ford is recalling more than 43,000 hybrid SUVs in the latest safety issue for the US automaker. The recall was issued for about 43,438 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notice published Friday, Oct. 10. The issue impacts Lincolns from the model years 2024 through 2026, along with Fords from 2025. A software glitch could prevent the SUVs from producing the required pedestrian warning sound when operating in electric mode below 19 mph. Without the alert, pedestrians may not realize a vehicle …
Ben’s Original Rice Products Pulled Nationwide Over Stone Contamination Risk Ben’s Original Rice Products Pulled Nationwide Over Stone Contamination Risk
Ben’s Original Rice Products Pulled Nationwide Over Stone Contamination Risk Ben’s Original has issued a voluntary nationwide recall of select Ready Rice products after small, naturally occurring stones were discovered in a limited number of packages.  The company said the stones may cause oral or digestive tract injuries if eaten. The recall affects specific batches of Ben’s Original Long Grain White Rice, Whole Grain Brown Rice, and Long Grain & Wild Ready Rice distributed between August and September through retailers including Target, HEB, Amazon, United Markets, and Piggly Wiggly. Ben’s Original said in a statement: “This recall is limited only to th…
Freeze-Dried Snack Pulled From Shelves Nationwide Due To Potential Presence Of Metal Freeze-Dried Snack Pulled From Shelves Nationwide Due To Potential Presence Of Metal
Freeze-Dried Snack Pulled From Shelves Nationwide Due To Potential Presence Of Metal A sweet, crunchy treat may come with a risk you don’t expect. Tru Fru, LLC says its third-party manufacturer, Georgia Nut Company, issued a voluntary recall of specific freeze-dried fruit products due to a potential presence of metal. The action followed a consumer report that prompted an internal review. The recall covers Tru Fru Freeze Dried Strawberries in Dark & White Chocolate and Tru Fru Freeze Dried Strawberries & Crème, sold in 1.7-ounce, 3.4-ounce, and 13-ounce packages. Products were distributed across the US and sold at major retailers, including Target, CVS, Kroger, Foo…
Dozens Of Burn Injuries Spark Massive Countertop Oven Recall Dozens Of Burn Injuries Spark Massive Countertop Oven Recall
Dozens Of Burn Injuries Spark Massive Countertop Oven Recall More than one million countertop ovens are being recalled after reports of burn injuries. Sunbeam Products is recalling about 1.29 million Oster French Door Countertop Ovens, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Sept. 25. Around 104,195 ovens were sold in Canada. The ovens' doors can suddenly snap shut, posing a burn hazard. The company has received 95 reports of the doors closing unexpectedly, including two incidents of second-degree burns, according to the CPSC. The recall covers four Oster models. Each has a glass double-door design with metal handles and came i…
Steering Failures Force Recall Of 115K Trucks As Ford's Safety Problems Grow Steering Failures Force Recall Of 115K Trucks As Ford's Safety Problems Grow
Steering Failures Force Recall Of 115K Trucks As Ford's Safety Problems Grow More than 115,000 Ford Super Duty trucks are being recalled after regulators found a steering defect that can cause drivers to lose control, the latest in a growing list of safety issues for the US automaker. Ford issued the recall for about 115,539 pickups built between February 2019 and September 2020, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration notice published on Monday, Sept. 22. The issue affects F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks from the model years 2020 and 2021. The pickups have a faulty steering column upper shaft that can separate while driving. "A …
Popular Outdoor Fan Recalled Over Fire Hazards: What To Know Popular Outdoor Fan Recalled Over Fire Hazards: What To Know
Popular Outdoor Fan Recalled Over Fire Hazards: What To Know A popular portable misting fan is being recalled after reports of overheating and fires. IcyBreeze is recalling about 22,600 of its Buddy Portable Misting Fans, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Sept. 18. The agency said the fans can overheat while charging and ignite, posing a fire hazard. The company has received seven reports of the fans overheating while charging, including two that led to fires. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The recall covers IcyBreeze Buddy fans sold in slate blue, gray, and seafoam. Each fan features a 1.5-li…
Fire Dangers Prompt Recall Of Popular Vapes: What To Know Fire Dangers Prompt Recall Of Popular Vapes: What To Know
Fire Dangers Prompt Recall Of Popular Vapes: What To Know Thousands of portable vaporizers are being recalled after reports of batteries overheating, smoking, and ejecting material. Arizer Tech issued the recall for about 5,460 of its Solo II vapes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Sept. 18. Around 2,820 vapes were sold in Canada. The internal lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Arizer has received nine reports of overheating, producing smoke, or ejecting material. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The vapes come in Carbon Black and Mystic Blue with serial numbers …
Public Health Alert Issued For Ready-To-Eat Wraps Sold At Trader Joe's Public Health Alert Issued For Ready-To-Eat Wraps Sold At Trader Joe's
Public Health Alert Issued For Ready-To-Eat Wraps Sold At Trader Joe's A grab-and-go favorite is under a federal health warning.  The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) issued a public health alert after food-contact surface samples tied to a ready-to-eat turkey wrap tested positive for Listeria.  The product was produced Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, and marked with “Best By Sep 16, 2025,” which fell on Tuesday, Sept. 16. The alert covers ten-ounce clear plastic clamshell packages labeled “TRADER JOE’S TURKEY GOBBLER WRAP,” bearing establishment number P-1644 inside the USDA mark of inspection.  The item shi…
Feds Investigate Tesla As Door Handles Trap Kids In Growing Safety Crisis Feds Investigate Tesla As Door Handles Trap Kids In Growing Safety Crisis
Feds Investigate Tesla As Door Handles Trap Kids In Growing Safety Crisis Tesla is facing another safety investigation over reports that some vehicles' doors can trap children inside, as billionaire CEO Elon Musk reportedly bought about $1 billion of his company's stock. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating about 174,290 of Tesla's 2021 Model Y vehicles, the agency said on Monday, Sept. 15. The midsize SUV's electronic door handles may not open because of low battery power. The preliminary evaluation was opened after nine owners reported that their exterior door handles wouldn't work. Most cases happened whe…
Nationwide Frozen Food Recall Expanded Nationwide Frozen Food Recall Expanded
Nationwide Frozen Food Recall Expanded A nationwide recall of frozen foods is expanding after additional products were flagged for possible Salmonella contamination. On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Chetak LLC Group is broadening its voluntary recall to include more Deep-branded frozen vegetable and fruit products.  The company said the expanded action covers items manufactured on shared equipment between December 2024 and August 2025. The move follows testing that found Salmonella in several frozen vegetable lots, including Deep-brand Sprouted Mat (Moth), Sprouted Moong (Mun…
Lacerations Trigger Major Recall Of Power Tools Lacerations Trigger Major Recall Of Power Tools
Lacerations Trigger Major Recall Of Power Tools Nearly 63,000 cordless grease guns and hoses are being recalled after reports of injuries linked to the tools. Makita issued the recall for about 62,927 Professional Cordless Grease Guns and hoses, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Sept. 4. The agency warned that the hoses can develop holes that spray grease during use, creating a laceration hazard. The company has received five reports of the hoses failing, including five laceration injuries. All of the injuries occurred outside the US, according to the CPSC. The grease guns were availa…
Backup Camera Failures Force Major Recall Of Dodge, Ram Vehicles Backup Camera Failures Force Major Recall Of Dodge, Ram Vehicles
Backup Camera Failures Force Major Recall Of Dodge, Ram Vehicles Chrysler is recalling nearly 220,000 vehicles due to defective rearview cameras that can leave drivers without a clear view, federal regulators said. The recall was issued for 141,906 Ram ProMaster vans and 77,671 Dodge Journey SUVs, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said. The agency determined that the vehicles don't meet federal rear visibility standards. The issue affects 2019-2021 ProMaster vans and 2019-2020 Journey SUVs. Every vehicle in that range is believed to have the defect. Cracks in the microprocessor can cause the camera display to go…
NY-Based Company Issues Ice Cream Recall NY-Based Company Issues Ice Cream Recall
Ny-based Company Issues Ice Cream Recall Check your freezer. A new allergy-related recall affects ice cream sold at several New York stores. In a notice posted Tuesday, Sept. 2, the FDA said Ice Cream Factory of Mount Vernon, NY recalled specific Vanilla G.Nutt ice cream due to undeclared almond. People with almond allergies or severe tree-nut sensitivities could face a serious or life-threatening reaction if they eat the product. The recall covers 40 pints, 8 quarts, and 3 half gallons. Shipments went to Golden Krust retail stores in Mount Vernon and White Plains and to Farm Country Supermarket in Queens. Packages include plastic…