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Get the latest news on food, cars, toys, and other products that have been recalled for safety concerns.
A/V carts recalled after three children killed
The carts were sold as early as the 1980s, and are typically loaded with heavy items such as box televisions, making them prone to tip over.
More than 59,000 child car seats recalled for anchor failure
Dorel Juvenile Group is recalling specific Safety 1st car seats that have lower seat anchors that could fail, letting the base detatch.
10 class-action settlements that could get you free money
People make mistakes — and so do companies. But since the errors companies may make can affect many of their customers, they can be very costly. Civil class-action lawsuits are filed all the time to allow customers to recoup losses…
Chrysler recalls 63,000 Jeeps for sudden engine shutdown
Chrysler, the parent company of Jeep, is recalling nearly 63,000 Jeep Wrangler vehicles that could suddenly quit on drivers. The vehicle engines may experience a loss of communication that can cause the engine to shut down. If the loss of…
Kia, Hyundai recall more than 280,000 SUVs due to fire risk
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said Hyundai and Kia recalled more than 281,000 of their vehicles due to a fire risk. The NHTSA said the recall involves more than 245,000 Hyundai Palisade vehicle models from 2020-2022 and over 36,000…
Oatly oat milk, Premier Protein shakes among dozens of drinks recalled over bacteria concern
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced a new round of recalls and this time you’ll need to check your cabinets before you indulge in your favorite oat milk, protein shake or other nondairy milk-based drink. In a July…
Natierra freeze-dried blueberries recalled for potential lead contamination
Have you purchased freeze-dried blueberries recently? If so, you should check the label. The Food and Drug Administration has just warned consumers that freeze-dried blueberries sold under the brand name Natierra may be contaminated with lead. Natierra, which belongs to…
Jif peanut butter recall expands to include candy and snacks
The Jif peanut butter recall issued in late May prompted by an investigation into a salmonella outbreak has widened to include various products made with the affected product. On May 20, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary…
Mercedes recalling almost 1 million vehicles for faulty brakes
Mercedes-Benz is recalling nearly 1 million vehicles worldwide due to concerns over reduced brake performance or brake failure. The recall includes 292,287 vehicles sold in the U.S. (and around 700,000 elsewhere around the world) from model years 2006-2012. The National…
Electrolux and Frigidaire refrigerators recalled due to ice-maker choking hazard
Owners of Electrolux and Frigidaire refrigerators are urged to check the model and serial numbers of their appliances. Electrolux, which also owns Frigidaire, has announced a voluntary recall of ice makers in specific models. Why Are Ice Makers Being Recalled?…
Jif peanut butter products recalled over salmonella concerns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating an outbreak of salmonella infections that is possibly linked to Jif peanut butter products. The J.M. Smucker Company issued a voluntary recall for its creamy, crunchy,…
Fitbit recalling 1 million smartwatches due to burn hazard
Fitbit is recalling about 1 million Ionic Smartwatches due to a burn hazard, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said on March 2. According to the CPSC, there are four different models that are recalled. The watches were sold in…
Abbott expands baby formula recall following child’s death
Abbott Nutrition has expanded its baby formula recall after reports of an infant’s death. The Food and Drug Administration announced in an update on Feb. 28 that the recall had been expanded to include one lot of Similac PM 60/40. On…
Family Dollar closes 404 stores and issues recalls following rat infestation
Discount retailer Family Dollar is temporarily closing more than 400 of its stores after a U.S. Food and Drug Administration report described a company warehouse littered with rodents and their feces. The report, released Friday, detailed a grisly scene: More…
Two deaths linked to packaged salads recalled for listeria
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now investigating a listeria outbreak linked to packaged salads that has lead to the deaths of two people. The outbreak is tied to Dole packaged salads that were sold in November and December…
Bagged salad sold in 37 states is being recalled due to Listeria risk
If you buy bagged salad, it’s a good time to dig through the crisper and check for some Dole products that have been recalled. Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. has announced a voluntary recall for several specific salads processed at its…
More than 28,000 pounds of ground beef recalled for E. coli contamination
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Dried apricots recalled over allergy threat
If you have dried fruits on hand in your kitchen, you’ll want to take notice of a recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration recall over a potential health hazard in certain shipments of apricots. According to the FDA announcement, Bokhary…
GE recalls almost 145,000 ranges due to tip-over hazard
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Dozens of precooked ham, pepperoni products recalled over listeria concern
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Dole has recalled bagged salad sold at Walmart, Kroger and other grocers
Check the bagged salad in your fridge. Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. has voluntarily issued a recall of some bags of garden salad due to a potential health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. The recalled garden salads were sold in grocery stores,…
Walmart recalls Better Homes & Gardens aromatherapy room spray
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced that Better Homes and Gardens Essential Oil Infused Aromatherapy Room Spray with Gemstones is being recalled following two deaths that may be linked to the product. Walmart, which carries the Better Homes and…
Onions recalled due to salmonella outbreak
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is instructing consumers to throw away any unlabeled red, white and yellow onions due to a widespread salmonella outbreak linked to the vegetable. So far, 652 people from 37 states have reported being…
Millions of Boppy Loungers recalled after being linked to infant deaths
In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and in conjunction with Health Canada, The Boppy Company has issued a voluntary safety recall of the Newborn Lounger to address a risk of infant suffocation. There have been eight…
You’ll soon be able to turn in your gently used Ikea furniture for store credit
Ikea has committed to becoming a circular business by 2030. A circular business model modifies the way products and materials flow through the economy, reducing the effects on the environment from production and creation to eventual disposal. To Ikea, this…
Hostess recalling hot dog and hamburger buns over risk of salmonella, listeria
If you’ve recently purchased hot dog or hamburger buns for an upcoming barbecue, then you’re going to want to check your pantry. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced the recall of Hostess hot dog and hamburger buns due…
Frozen breaded, stuffed chicken recalled due to salmonella outbreak
Take a minute to check your freezer. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Food Safety Alert, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service has announced a recall due to a…
Popular baby carrot brands recalled for salmonella contamination
If you and your family keep carrots in your refrigerator to enjoy as a quick, healthy snack, then you need to know about a new food recall. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an announcement on July 21 about…
Ikea recalling bowls, plates and mugs
If you’ve purchased any bowls, plates or mugs from Ikea within the last two years, they may be involved in a recall. Ikea is voluntarily recalling Heroisk and Talrika bowls, plates and mugs made from PLA (polylactic acid or polylactide)…
Peloton recall: What you need to know about the treadmills that have caused injuries and 1 death
At-home fitness company Peloton recalled two of its exercise equipment products on May 5, reversing an earlier decision to ignore safety concerns from the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Back on April 17, the CPSC issued an “urgent warning” press…
Toro recalls snowblower due to amputation risk
If you have recently had several inches of snow, wait before you head to the garage to start your snowblower. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that the Toro brand has voluntarily recalled one of its snowblower models…
Hot Pockets recalled after consumers found glass in product
If you and your family are fans of Hot Pockets, you’re going to want to know about a Class 1 recall of the frozen sandwiches. Hot Pockets’ manufacturer Nestlé and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service…
Target is recalling almost half a million kids’ swimsuits and rompers for potential choking hazards
If you purchased children’s clothing at Target within the past year or so, then you need to know about two recalls recently announced by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. And if you do own any of the recalled…
Home Depot recalling more than 190,000 ceiling fans after reports of blades flying off
If you bought a ceiling fan at Home Depot as part of a home improvement project this year, you need to know about a product recall announced on Dec. 23. The distributor of Hampton Bay ceiling fans is recalling more…
FDA says Whole Foods failed to properly label allergens
If you or a family member is one of the estimated 32 million Americans who have a food allergy, you know the importance of checking the ingredients of products before you purchase them. But what if those labels were inaccurate…
GM is recalling 7M vehicles worldwide for air bag problems
General Motors is recalling 7 million pickup trucks and SUVs worldwide following an order from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The NHTSA order comes as the agency recently concluded at least 17 people in the U.S. have died…
Crock-Pot is recalling almost a million multi-cookers
If you are using your multi-cooker during the holidays, you might want to stop and check the make and model number. Crock-Pot has issued a voluntary recall of its 6-Quart Express Crock Multi-Cooker due to a potential safety hazard. Crock-Pot…
Sliced fruit sold at Walmart recalled for listeria risk
On Oct. 1, the food manufacturer Country Fresh voluntarily recalled its watermelon sold at two retailers. Two days later, the company expanded the recall to include more products beyond just the watermelon. If you recently purchased pre-cut fruit, take a…
Super soakers sold at Target are being recalled
If you loaded up on outdoor toys and games to keep your family entertained while spending this summer at home, you may want to check your toy chest. Hasbro is recalling some of its popular water guns, and the reason…
Peaches recalled at Aldi and Target stores
Due to a multistate salmonella outbreak potentially linked to fresh peaches from Wawoma Packing Co. sold at Aldi and Target, a recall of affected items is underway. According to the Food and Drug Administration, the Wawoma-brand peaches were identified as…
FDA recalled frozen cooked shrimp sold at Costco and other retailers
Don’t throw that shrimp on the barbie just yet! The Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of frozen cooked shrimp due to a potential health risk. On Aug. 11, Kader Exports announced a voluntary recall of frozen shrimp…
FDA just issued a recall of potatoes, lemons, limes and oranges
It’s time to take a quick look in your refrigerator and pantry once more. The FDA has announced a recall for several types of citrus fruits as well as potatoes sold in several states and at multiple retail stores. Freshouse…
Massive onion recall affects all 50 states
A variety of onions across the United States are currently under recall due to possible salmonella contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration, and they’ve been sold in every state. Following a joint investigation by the FDA, the Centers…
USDA recalled 38,000 pounds of ground beef
If you have ground beef in your refrigerator or freezer, you are going to want to check to see if it’s part of a new recall. The United States Department of Agriculture announced a Class I recall of 38,406 pounds…
Honda Odysseys are being recalled after reports of fires
If you drive a recent model Honda Odyssey, you may need to take it in for a repair. Nearly 250,000 of those minivans from the 2018-2020 model years are being recalled after it was found that a wire can short…
More than 165K inclined sleepers are being recalled from Graco, Evenflo and other brands
If you’ve purchased an inclined sleeper for your baby anytime between 2013 and just this month, listen up. More than 165,000 inclined sleepers are being recalled from multiple brands, including Graco, Evenflo, Summer Infant and Delta Enterprise. The recalls are…
These popular face masks are being recalled after people complained of burns
After multiple complaints of skin irritation on social media, beauty brand Yes To is recalling one of their popular sheet masks and pulling it from store shelves. The mask in question, their Grapefruit Vitamin C Glow-Boosting Unicorn Paper Mask, is…