RECALLS

02/01/12

PFIZER:

One million birth control pill packets recalled; may not prevent pregnancy

Pfizer reaches out to women after birth control recall

The world's largest drugmaker has recalled 14 lots of Lo/Ovral-28 and 14 lots of the

generic counterpart Norgestrel and Ethinyl Estradiol. The recall sparked immediate

panicked exchanges on social media like Twitter.

(Photo courtesy Pfizer)

01/29/12

J&J

Baby lotion called back due to bacteria levels

Johnson & Johnson is recalling tubes of "pediatrician-recommended" Aveeno

Baby Lotion because lots of it have been found to contain "too much of a

naturally-occuring bacteria." Tubes affected have the lot # 0161LK.

(Photo courtesy J&J)

KIA

01/23/12

Calls back 146,000 US vehicles for airbag issue

A 2007 Kia Optima sedan, one of the manufacturer's cars being called back to fix a fault

with the driver's side air bag mechanism. Affected are 2006 to 2008 model year Optima

sedans and 2007-2008 model year Rondo hatchback crossovers.

(Photo courtesy Kia Motors)

MINI COOPER:

01/15/12

235,000 Mini Coopers called back due to potential fire risk

235,000 models of the Mini Cooper are being recalled to fix an electrical fault that

can lead to a fire, even while parked and unattended. Afffected are the Cooper S

and John Cooper Works (pictured) models, built between March 2006 and January

2011. The problem involves a computer board-operated turbocharger cooling

system that can produce a fire in the car's water pump.

(Photo courtesy Mini Cooper)

BED, BATH & BEYOND:

01/14/12

Recalls tissue holder because it emits radiation

This metal holder, named "Dual Ridge," designed for personal sized boxes of tissue, is being

recalled by the home furnishings retailer nationwide because it has been found to emit low

levels of radiation. The company said the contamination was due to the presence of

Cobalt-60, a man-made substance used in medical and industrial applications.

(Photo courtesy Bed, Bath & Beyond)

FORD

01/10/12

FoMoCo calls back half-million minivans, SUVs

The 2 models that Ford is recalling include the Ford Freestar minivan on the left and its Mercury

badge counterpart, the Montery, made in 2004 & 2005...and the Ford Escape SUV on the right,

manufactured in 2001 & 2002. The minivans are being recalled to replace a torque converter

shaft that may fail, causing a loss of power. The SUVs are being recalled to replace a faulty

brake fluid cap that could leak and cause an engine compartment fire.

(Composite image by WydeWorld.com from Ford Motor Company photos)

NOVARTIS:

01/08/12

Issues recall for millions of bottles of Excedrin, NoDoz, Gas-X & Bufferin

The Swiss drug maker, Novartis has issued a giant recall of these 4 products and variations

of them because of possible cross-contamination. They may contain stray, broken or chipped

tablets from other Novartis products. In addition, Novartis has voluntarily closed down the plant

in Nebrask where the problem reportedly occured. The drug company said it will take a

$120 million charge against 4th quarter earnings related to the plant closing and recalls.

(Composite image by WydeWorld.com from Novartis ad material)

FLORIDA:

Peanuts in cans of green beans forces Winn-Dixie to issue recall

GM: 

Calls back 4,873 Sonic subcompact cars in US, Canada

The 2011 model Chevy Sonic. GM says nearly 5,000 of them are being

recalled because some of them are missing front brake pads.

(Photo courtesy Getty Images)

FORD:

Recalls Fusion, Milan sedans

A 2010 model of the Ford Fusion. The company is recalling 128,000 Fusion and

Mercury Milan cars, model years 2010 & 2011 because the wheels can literally fall

off on those editions equipped with 17 inch steel wheels. The problem involves lug

nuts that can fracture, causing wheel separation.

(Photo courtesy Ford Motor Co.)

SUBARU: 

Stops sales of three 2012 models after customer complaints

A new 2012 Subaru Impreza, one of 3 models the car-maker has stopped selling

because of numerous customer complaints about braking. All 3,000 cars sold to

date have been recalled. The other 2 models affected are the Legacy and popular

Outback. 130 complaints have been registered so far.

(Photo courtesy Subaru)

OCEAN SPRAY:

Calls back metal-tainted Craisins

Ocean Spray has recalled certain packages of sweetened and dried cranberries

because some may be contaminated by tiny hair-like metal particles.

(Photo courtesy Ocean Spray)

TOYOTA: 

Recalls about 550,000 vehicles worldwide over potential steering problem

Plagued since 2009 with repeated recalls and quality issues, Toyota has announced

yet another one, this time for 550,000 vehicles worldwide, the majority in the US. The

issue is a steering control module that could cause the belt running the power steering

unit to fly off, leaving the driver with sudden difficult steering. Affected vehicles include

older model Camry & Lexus cars, minivans and SUV's, from 2004-2006

FDA: 

20 brands of "natural' diet pills pulled from market; tainted with banned drug

FDA:

Steps up warnings about recalled contact lens

Cooper Vision, Inc. issued a recall of its Avaira Toric model contact lenses

two months ago, but the FDA issued a warning Friday that the firm did not

adequately publicize the recall of 600,000 lenses. The issue is possible

contaminants on the lenses that could potentially cause serious eye damage.

The FDA's Class One Warning, its most serious level recall advisory, says

if users present symptoms, they should seek immediate medical help.

(Photo courtesy Cooper Vision, Inc.)

VW recalls 160,000 Golfs, Jettas & Audi A3's for fuel leaks

A 2012 VW Jetta Coupe, one of several VW models being recalled for

possible fuel leaks. Included are 2009-2012 Jettas, including Jetta

Sportwagons, 2010-2012 VW Golf models, and 2010-2012 Audi A3's.

(Photo courtesy VW)

Some 1.7 million Little Tikes toy workshop and tool sets called back

One of 11 models of Little Tykes Toy Workshops being recalled by the manufacturer.

The problem centers around toy "nails" that can be accidentally swallowed.

(Photo courtesy Little Tykes, Hudson, Ohio)

98,000 dehumidifiers being called back for 2nd time; blamed for starting house fires

Dehumidifiers made by LG Electronics have been blamed for shorting out and causing

house fires. They are sold under the names "Goldstar" and "Comfort-Aire". It is the

2nd time since 2009 that the machines have been recalled for the same problem.

(Photo courtesy LG Electronics Tianjin Appliance Co.)

VW calls back 30,000 Jettas to fix tailpipes

A 2012 model VW Jetta coupe. 30,000 Jettas, model years 2011 & 2012 are being

recalled in the US to fix a tailpipe problem. Many stick out too far and the hot tips

of the tailpipes have reportedly burned people on the legs who get too close.

(Photo courtesy VW)

Another 185,000 pounds of Cargill ground turkey called back; risk of salmonella

Honda calls back 962,000 Fits, CR-Vs worldwide

A 2011 model Honda Fit. The company is calling back nearlly 1 million Fits and CR-Vs

to repair faulty power window switches on the driver's side that can short out and cause

a fire. The company is also recalling 26,000 CR-Z compact hybrids to repair faulty

engine control units.

(Photo courtesy Honday Motor Co.)

GM calls back 16,000 Chevys & Buicks for sensor, power steering problems

A 2012 model Chevy Impala sedan.  General Motors is recalling nearly 12,000

new Impalas to check for an improperly installed power steering hose.  GM is

also calling back nearly 4300 new 2012 Buick LaCrosse models to reprogram

the electronic brake control module.

(Photo courtesy GM)

Fresh Food Concepts Layer Dip; possible listeria-tainted guacamole

Honda calls back 2.5 million vehicles for transmission problems

A Honda 2008 model year Element. Honda is recalling Elements made between 2005 & 2008,

Accord sedans made between 2005 & 2010, and CR-V's made between 2007 & 2010, 2.5-million

vehicles in all. All models have a 4-cylinder engine. The problem involves a balky computerized

shifting mechanism that could result in serious damage to the transmission if the shift lever is

moved too quickly, say from forward to reverse during a rocking maneuver in deep snow. Honda

said it will re-program the on-board computer systems.

(Photo courtesy Honday Motor Co.)

Chrysler calling back nearly 300,000 minivans

 A 2008 model year Dodge Grand Caravan, one of 3 Chrysler minivan models built that year

being recalled.  The others are the Chrysler Town and Country and Grand Voyager.  The

problem is a possible heating and air conditioning leak that could compromise the front air

bag sensor, setting off the air bags unexpectedly.

(Photo courtesy Chrysler Group LLC)

Food giant Cargill calling back 36 million pounds of ground turkey

1 dead, 76 ill in salmonella outbreak tied to ground turkey

Ford recalling 1.2 million light trucks over gas tank straps

A Ford F-150 pickup, model year 2000. The company is recalling 1.2 million of its light

pickups, including 1997 througth 2003 F-150's, 1997 through 1999 F-250's and some 2002

through 2003 Lincoln Blackwood pickups. The problem is a strap that holds the fuel tank

to the underside of the vehicle that may corrode and break, releasing the fuel tank.

(Photo courtesy Ford Motor Co.)

Ford calls back sedans for fuel tank problems

The Ford Motor Co. is calling back some 3,000 2007 model 500 sedans.

The problem is a faulty weld between the fuel tank and the fuel filler neck

that could cause a leak of fuel.

(Photo courtesy Ford Motor Co.)

Chrysler calls back 280,000 Ram pickups

A 2010 model Dodge Ram 2500 series pick-up truck, one of several model years being

recalled for a problem that could lead to a loss of steering. Other models include the 1500

and 3500 series and the model years include 2008 through 2011. Of the 280,000 being

recalled worldwide, 242,000 are in the United States.

(Photo courtesy Chrysler Group LLC)

TOYOTA:

Calling back 82,200 vehicles in US

A 2007 model year Lexus Hybrid. Toyota is calling back 82,200 hybrid vehices, affecting

2006 & 2007 models of both the Lexus and Highlander hybrid. The reason is a faulty

computer board that, if it failed, would slow down the vehicle or stop it. It's the latest in

a series of setbacks for the company which has repeately issued recalls begining in the

fall of 2009, as well as being adversely affected by the earthquake and tsunami this year.

(Photo courtesy Toyota)

More Tylenol Extra Strength pills recalled

Johnson & Johnson has issued yet another recall for one of its products,

Tylenol Extra Strength due to a musty smell. Since September of 2009,

J&J has issued recalls for 24 of its products, ranging from Tylenol and Motrin

to prescription medications, replacement hips and diabetes test strips.

(Photo courtesy J&J)

Mazda calls back 409,000 cars

A 2008 Mazda 3, one of two models being recalled worldwide by Mazda, the other being

the Mazdaspeed 3. Both models affected are 2008 and 2009 editions. The problem is a

faulty windshield wiper motor assembly that could cause the wipers to fail. Mazda said

it first received reports of failures in 2009, but did not issue the recall until now.

Worldwide, 409,000 units are affected, 103,000 of them in the US.

(Photo courtesy Mazda Motors)

Chrysler calls back over 11,000 new vehicles to fix steering columns

A 2011 model Chrysler Town and Country luxury minivan, one of 12 different

Chrysler products being recalled for steering problems affecting about half of

the company's entire 2011 production. The problem is a missing or incorrectly

installed pivot rivet on the steering column that could cause a loss of control.

(Photo courtesy Chrysler.com)

 GM calling back 47,000 Cadillac SRXs in US

GM is recalling 47,000 Cadillax SRX crossover vehicles.

The problem is a faulty airbag sensor.

(Photo courtesy GM Cadillac Division)

 Toyota announces voluntary recall of 106,000 Prius vehicles for steering issues

Affected in the recall are some 52,000 older editions of the high-mileage Prius sold

in the U.S., model years 1997 to 2003. The problem involves electric power

steering pinion shaft attachment nuts that have to be replaced.

(File photo courtesy Toyota)

GM calls back 4500 new GMC & Chevy pickup trucks due to wiper defect

Honda expands call-back another 833,000 vehicles

A 2001 Honda Accord. Since 2008, Honda has recalled 1.7-million vehicles for airbag

problems. This new recall expands on the original recalls and affects the following models:

2001-2002 Accords and Civics

2002 Odysseys

2002-2003 CR-Vs

Some 2002-20033 Acura 3.2 TLs

2003 Acura 3.2 CLs

The problem involves the deployment of airbags, which can be too forceful, causing injury.

(Photo courtesy Honda)

YET ANOTHER TOYOTA RECALL:

This time its for 51,000 Tundra trucks

A 2011 crew cab model of a Toyota Tundra pickup. 51,000 of the trucks are

being recalled for a possible rear drive shaft failure issue.

(Photo courtesy Toyota)

 Nissan recalls older models of Pathfinder, Infiniti QX4 SUVs

A 2001 model year Nissan Pathfinder. Nearly 271,000 Pathfinder and Infinity QX4's

are being recalled in North America to treat a rust condition. The model years affected

are 1996-2004 Pathfinders and 1997-2003 QX4's. The problem is related to corrosion

that could cause the front strut assembly to collapse, and a loss of steering.

(Photo courtesy Nissan)

Cucumbers recalled in 9 states over salmonella fears

Toyota calls back certain RAV4, Highlanders for faulty airbags

A Toyota 2008 model RAV4. The company is recalling 214,000 of its 2007-2008

model year RAV4's and 2008 model year Highlander and Highlander HV vehicles

to replace faulty airbag deployment sensors.

(Photo courtesy Toyota)

Johnson & Johnson recalls 57,000 bottles of epilepsy & migraine drug

Topamax 100 mg tabs. Johnson & Johnson is recalling 57,000 bottles of the drug

commonly used to control epilepsy and migraines. The recall was initiated after

complaints about a foul odor. Similar complaints led to J & J recalls of its Motrin,

Benadryl and Tylenol products last year.

(File photo)

Ford calls back 1.2 million F-150 pickups

A Ford F-150 Lariat, 2006 model. The company is expanding a recall announced

in February to fix faulty airbags when only 144,000 small trucks were called back

forl the same problem. The airbags may inflate when not expected.  Model years

affected are 2003-2006.

(Photo courtesy Ford Motor Co.)

 Blue Bird Co. recalls 3,900 school buses for potential fire hazard

The recalled school buses are Vision models with front-mounted engines. The model

years are 2004-2006.  The problem is possible chafing of the starter cable against

a power steering hose, that could cause a short-circuit and a fire.

(Photo courtesy Blue Bird Co.)

Mercedes calls back M-Class luxury SUVs for brake problems 

Mercedes is recalling 137,000 M-Class luxury SUVs to repair a braking problem.  The model

years are 2000-2004. The issue is the cruise control.  It may not disengage as it's supposed

to do when the brake pedal is depressed, and cause a crash.  Among the vehicles affected

is the so-called Popemobile, a specially modified M-Class with bullet-proof glass.

(Composite image by WydeWorld.com from photos courtesy Reuters, left and AP) 

Trader Joe's pizza recalled for undeclared allergen

131,000 pounds of 10 oz. packages of Trader Joe's Pizza al Pollo Asado

have been recalled because they contain a wheat allergen that is not

declared on the label.

(Photo courtesy Trader Joe's)

Honda recalls new minivans in US for window problem

2,800 Honda Odyessy Minivans are being recalled to replace or repair both the

front and passenger-side power windows. They can become stuck in an open

position, possibly shatter or drop into the door frame.  Earlier in March, Honda

recalled 33,000 of the same model vehicles to repair a windshield wiper defect.

(Photo courtesy Honday Motors) 

 Volkswagen calls back 71,000 Jettas

A 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.  The company has recalled 71,000 similar vehicles,

models built between March 2010 and March 2011 for an electrical problem

that could cause the cars to stall.

(Photo courtesy VW)

Serious infection risk triggers new recall of medical wipes

All lots of poridone-iodine prep pads have been recalled because of bacterial contamination. 

H&P Industries Inc., the parent company of the Triad Group of Hartland, Wisconsin issued

the recall because the pads can apparently cause several serious infections, including

necrotizing fasciitis, better known as flesh-eating disease.  H&P is the same company

that recalled hundreds of millions of alcohol prep wipes in January because of

contamination with the rare bacillus cereus that can cause bloodstream infections.

(File photo)

Continental calls back over 391,000 tires put on Ford pickups

Nearly 400,000 Continental light truck tires have been recalled because

heavy loads can cause uneven wear and tread damage.  Some 65,000

Ford heavy duty pickups are affected, 2008 & 2009 F-250 & F-350 models.

(Photo provided by Continental Tire AG)

 Lean Cuisine recalls 10,000 spaghetti and meatball meals

GM recalling Buick LaCrosse & Caddillac SRX models to fix defrosters

The Buick LaCrosse, along with the Cadillac SRX, both 2011 year models,

are being recalled to replace a faulty computer circuit that regulates hearting

and cooling.  Some 10,000 vehicles are affected.

(Photo courtesy GM)

Honda, Toyota and Chrysler issue recalls

Affected in the latest car company recalls are, from the left: 37,000 Honda Civic Hybrids, model years

2006 & 2007 to replace faulty voltage converters...22,000 Toyota small trucks and SUV's like the

FJ Cruiser, model years 2008-2011...and 20,000 Jeep Wranglers, model years 2010 & 2011 to

tighten fasteners that hold the axles to the chassis.

(Composite image by WydeWorld.com from photos courtesy Honda Motor Co., Toyota & Chrysler Group)

 Salmonella prompts Skippy peanut butter recall

The recall affects 16.3 oz. jars of Skippy Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter, and

Skippy Reduced Fat Super Chunk Peanut Butter.  Unilever emphasizes that only

these two products are affected by the recall because of salmonella concerns.

(Photo courtesy Unilever)

STILL ANOTHER TOYOTA RECALL: 

2.17 million vehicles in U.S. being called back 

Toyota has issued another in an assembly-line of recalls, this

time for a familiar problem again involving floor mats and stuck

accelerator pedals.

(File photo)

Ford to call back nearly 150,000 F-150 pickups over air bags

A 2005 model Ford F-150 pickup.  Under government pressure, the company

is recalling 2005 and 2006 year models for a fault that could deploy the air

bags without warning.  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

said it knew of 238 cases of unexpected air bag deployment and that Ford

made production adjustments for succeeding model years.

(Photo courtesy Ford Motor Co.)

GM recalls over 44,000 Cadillac CTS sedans

  Nearly 800,000 Dorel car seats recalled

 The Alpha Omege Elite car seat manufactured by the Dorel Juvenile Group,

one of 8 models made between May 1, 2008 and April 2009 being recalled.

The problem is a harness adjustment strap that has the potential to come

loose.  Dorel has posted the model numbers affected on its website,

at this link:  www.djusa.com

(Photo courtesy Dorel Juvenile Group)

 Hoover WindTunnel Canister Vacuums recalled

Hoover is recalling some 140,000 bagless canister vacuums

because of fire and shock hazard concerns.

(Photo courtesy Hoover)

Ford recalls new Explorers for seat problem

Ford recalls 363,000 F-150 trucks for door handle problems

  Keebler recalls 17,000 cartons of fudge sticks

The keebler cookies are being recalled because the lables do not warn of a

risk to people who may have peanut allergies.

(Photo courtesy Keebler)

Ford recalls 425,000 Windstar minivans over steering

A 2000 model Windstar minivan.  Ford is recalling 425,000 of the vehicles,

model years 1999 to 2003 because of a potential steering failure brought on

by subframe rust.  The vehicles being recalled were sold in or are registered

in so-called "salt-belt states" where salt has been used on highways in winter

months, contributing to the corrosion problem. Ford said its subframe supplier

did not properly treat the metal parts to resist corrosion.  Ford discontinued the

Windstar line after the 2003 model year.

(Photo courtesy Ford Motor Co.) 

YET ANOTHER RECALL FOR TOYOTA:

 1.7 million vehicles for fuel leaks

The Lexus GS and IS luxury sedans are among the 1.7-million vehicles

being recalled worldwide by Toyota. The problem is a fuel pressure

sensor that can come loose over time and cause a fuel leak.

(Photo courtesy Toyota)

Saab recalls 9-3 sedans over engine stalling

2010 and 2011 models of SAAB's 9-3 sedans are being recalled for

faulty fuel pumps that could cause the vehicles to stall.

(Photo courtesy SAAB)

Jogging strollers with faulty hinge recalled

The recalled strollers are made by phil&teds of Colorado.  Some 30,000 of the

 upscale strollers are being called back in the U.S. and Canada because of a

faulty hinge mechanism.  At least one fingertip amuptation was confirmed

among a number of injuries reported.

(Photo courtesy phil&teds USA)

 ‘Toxic Waste’ candy recalled

An image of a wrapper of a candy marketed in several flavors under the banner of

"Toxic Waste."  Made in Pakistan, it's marketed by an Indiana company named

Candy Dynamics.  As if living up to its name, "Toxic Waste" candy has been

found to contain toxic levels of lead in it. The FDA says the lead levels are far

above what it allows and can be very harmful to children.

(Photo courtesy FDA)

 47 million packages of Tylenol, Sudafed recalled

Johnson & Johnson announced a massive recall Friday of 47 million

packages of Tylenol, Sudafed and Benadryl.  The company said the

voluntary recall was initiated over concern about cleanliness at a

subsidiary manufacturer in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, which

has been the source of other possible contaminations in the past.

(Photo courtesy AP)

Company recalls 6,500 bicycle handlebar stems

 Chrysler recalling 150,000 trucks and SUVs

Among the vehicles recalled by Chrysler are Dodge Ram pickups.

Also being called back for repairs are Dodge Journey SUVs.

The problems range from airbag issues, steering problems and

potential stalling.

(Photo courtesy Chrysler Group LLC)

 Ford recalls 15,000 trucks and crossovers

Among the vehicles recalled are Lincoln MKX crossovers.  Included in the

recall are Ford Edge models and F-150, F-250,F-350, F-450 and F-550

pickups and heavy duty trucks, all 2011 model years.  The problem is an

electrical control module that can short out and potentially cause a fire.

(Photo courtesy Ford Motor Co.)

REPORT:  Auto industry recalled 20 million vehicles in '10

  Honda recalling 18,500 snowblowers due to fuel leak

 The recalled blowers were sold at Honda dealerships between April 2005

and last month.  Honda received 90 reports of fuel leaking from the fuel

tank joint location circled above.  Owners are asked to call Honda at

888-888-3139 and check frame serial numbers against the recall.

(Photo courtesy Honda)

 GM recalls 96,000 Caddy CTS vehicle...air bag problems

GM is recalling 96,000 Cadillac CTS cars, model years 2005 to

2007 for faulty air bag sensors.

(File photo)

 360 million diabetes testing strips recalled

 Whole Foods recalls cheese for possible E. coli

Kroger recalls pet foods at some stores

 SToyota Sienna minivans recalled for brake risk

110,000 Toyota minivans, are being recalled for multiple brake problems, from

brakes dragging and vibrating to brake lights staying on all the time.

Affected are 2011 model year vehicles.

(Photo courtesy Toyota)

 Pfizer recalls lung drug Thelin after two deaths

 Rolaids recall expands to Canada

 Rolaids recalled for bits of metal, wood

Affected in the recall are three varieties of Rolaids softchews.

Consumers can contact McNeil Labs at www.rolaids.com

(Photo courtesy McNeil Labs)

 12 million Mylanta bottles recalled

Johnson & Johnson is recalling 12-million bottles of Mylanta for a labeling

problem.  It follows by only one week, a J&J recall of 9-million bottles of Tylenol

for the same problem; not identifying alcohol as a trace ingredient.

(Photo courtesy J&J)

Toyota to fix 650,000 Prius hybrids over heat

Toyoto has announced another massive recall, this time affecting 650,000

Prius hybrids worldwide.  The problem is a defective coolant pump that

can cause the cars to overheat.  The recall affects 2004 to 2007 models. 

(Photo courtesy Toyota)

 9 million Tylenol bottles recalled

An image from a 3-pack carton of Tylenol Multi-symptom over-the-counter medicine.

The company is recalling the product because they are mislabeled.

(Photo courtesy Johnson & Johnson)

 Nissan recalling more than 600,000 vehicles

The Nissan Xterra SUV is one of three models the company is recalling

for steering or battery cable problems.  Also being recalled are Frontier

pickup trucks and Sentra sedans in North and South America and Africa.

(Photo courtesy Nissan)

GM recalls 14,000 Caddies and Buicks due to steering fluid leak

 Eggs recalled after salmonella found at Ohio farm

Lipitor pills recalled again due to moldy smell

Pfizer Pharmaceuticals has ordered the recall of another 38,000 bottles of

its blockbuster anti-cholesterol drug because of consumer complaints about

a musty odor.  It's the third such recall of the product for the same problem

this year, bringing to over 360,000 bottles of the drug recalled so far.

(Photo courtesy AP)

Dollar Tree recalling Halloween lanterns

These battery-operated Halloween lanterns, being sold by Dollar Tree

stores as a safety item for children trick-or-treating at night, are being

recalled because they present a fire hazard.

(Photo courtesy the Consumer Product Safety Commission)

Klement Sausage recalls beef sticks

Klement Beef Sticks have been recalled after some consumers

complained of hard pieces plastic and bits of glass in the meat.

(Photo courtesy Klement Sausage Co., Inc.)

 For 70,000 Suzuki crossovers & 19,000 models of Mitsubishi

 Nissan recalls 2.14 million cars worldwide

The Cube is one of a dozen different models produced by Nissan

being recalled for a faulty ignition relay problem.  It is the 7th major

recall of vehicles produced by major car manufacturers worldwide

in recent months.  The companies involved include Toyota, Nissan,

Honda, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes and even Bentley.

(Photo courtesy Nissan Motor Co.)

BMW to recall 150,000 cars in the US

A 2007 BMW 335i series coupe, one of the models being recalled for faulty fuel pumps that

could cause a loss of power.  Some 150,000 cars, manufactured between 2007 and 2010

of various series are involved in the recall, all for the same problem.  It is the second

large-scale recall issued by BMW in a month.  The previous recall involved 350,000

"high-end" luxury cars, including limosines for brake system leaks.

(BMW file photo)

 5 listeriosis deaths prompt Texas food factory closing, recall

The recall affects processed fresh fruit and vegetables sealed in packages by

the SanGar Produce and Processing plant in San Antonio, but an investigation

by health officials is centered on chopped celery.  The Texas State Health

Department ordered the plant to be closed down while the investigation

proceeds.  The food was distributed to hospitals, schools and restaurants.

(File photo)

 Raisinets recalled over peanut allergy risk

Affected in the recall are so-called "fun-size" packages of the Nestle

product, packaged for Halloween.  The company says they may pose

a peanut allergy risk. The packages being recalled were sold at Target,

Shop Right and Don Quixote stores nationwide.

(Photo courtes Nestle) 

 Some 500,000 Honda models involved in recall alert

The 2007 model Honda Odyssey, one of several Honda models being

recalled.  Included are 2005-2007 Odyssey minivans and 2005-2007

Acura RL sedans.  Honda says it needs to fix brake fluid leaks.

(Photo courtesy Honda Motor Co.)

  Toyota recalls 1.53 million vehicles

Affected by the massive recall are models of the Toyota Avalon and

Lexus for brake fluid and fuel pump problems.  This recall follows

closely on the heels of the company's recall of some 10 million

vehicles this year for "sticky" gas pedals.

(Photo from Toyota handout)

  40,650 drop-side cribs recalled for safety risks

2-MILLION STROLLERS:   

4 deaths prompt Graco stroller recall

The two Graco models being recalled are, on the left, the MetroLIfe and on

the right, the Quattro Tour.  The Consumer Product Safety Commission said

4 infants were strangled when they slid between the seat and the tray.  The

strollers were made before 2007.  Since then, manufacturers have voluntarily

redesigned their strollers to provide a wider opening between the seat and tray.

(Photos courtesy Graco)

 Moldy smell prompts another Tylenol recall

 Chrysler to recall 26,000 vehicles for fluid leak

Seat belt malfunction forces GM recall of 322,409 Chevy Impalas

 85,000 Mercedes recalled over power steering

A Mercedes-Benz C class being assembled in Germany.  Daimler-Benz

is recalling 85,000 C and E class Mercedes in the U.S. because of a

faulty fitting on the power steering assembly.

(File photo)

 191,000 Lipitor bottles recalled for musty odor

Alfalfa sprouts recalled due to salmonella fears

BMW recalls 200,000 large engine luxury vehicles

Series 6 cars on the assembly line in Germany.  BMW is recalling 350,000

so-called "big engine" vehicles worldwide (200,000 in the U.S.)  They

include series 5,6 and 7 models with V-8 or V-12 engines.  The problem?

Small leaks reported in the power-assisted braking systems.  Included

in the recall are 5,800 Rolls Royce limos built in Britain.

(Photo courtesy AFP)

Official: FDA too slow to order Motrin recall

Fisher-Price recalls 11 million items, trikes, toys & highchairs  

 Hyundai recalls 139,500 Sonatas over steering

The recall affects 2011 model year Sonatas and was ordered by the U.S.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for a defect that could

cause "a loss of, or reduced steering."

 Feds look into Mini Cooper steering complaints

Anemia drugs recalled over glass flakes

Epogen and Procrit, both produced by California-based Amgen,

have been recalled because of glass flakes.

(Photo courtesy Amgen)

MY WORD!: 

Bentley recalls cars over Flying-B impaling fear

The offending hood ornament, the Flying-B.  The danger?  Pedestrrians might

become impaled on it.  How many cars being recalled?  Precisely 1,436 worldwide.

(Photo courtesy Bentley Motors)

 Beetle-tainted baby formula recalled

Abbott Laboratories has announced a recall of millions of containers of

its popular Similac formulas because of a beetle infestation in its plant

in Michigan.  Beetles were found in some of the containers.

(Photo courtesy Abbott Labs)

Honda recalls Crosstour for airbag fix

Chuck E. Cheese recalls 1.2 million toys, rings

  Kia recalls 56.000 Souls, Sorentos

Ferrari recalls 1,248 supercars after fires

 Garmin issues recall of 1.3 Nuvi GPS devices

To check if your Garmin Nuvi is among those recalled,

click on this hyperlink: Garmin's recall site

Lexus Hybrid Recalled Over Fuel Leak in Crash Test

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