Recalled items

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Frozen Lean Cuisine chicken dinners recalled
Meals may contain pieces of hard plastic, according to the company

updated 10:31 a.m. ET, Tues., Nov. 18, 2008
Nestlé Prepared Foods Company in Springville, Utah is recalling approximately 879,565 pounds of frozen chicken meals that may contain foreign materials, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service said. The objects were identified as small pieces of hard plastic, which were discovered after the company received consumer complaints and a report of one injury.

The following products are subject to recall:

9.5-ounce packages of “Lean Cuisine Pesto Chicken with Bow Tie Pasta" brand frozen meals. Printed on each side of each package is a production code of “8280595912,” as well as a use-by date of “Best Before MAY 2010.”

10.5-ounce packages of “Lean Cuisine Chicken Mediterranean” brand frozen meals. Printed on the side of each package is a production code of “8231595912” or “8241595912,” as well as a use-by date of “Best before SEP 2010”; a production code of “8263595912,” “8269595911” or “8274595912,” as well as a use-by date of “Best before OCT 2010”; or, a production code of “8291595912” or “8301595912,” as well as a use-by date of “Best before NOV 2010.”

12.5-ounce packages of “Lean Cuisine Chicken Tuscan” brand frozen meals. Printed on the side of each package is a production code of “8234595911” and a use-by date of “Best before SEP 2009”; a production code of “8253595911” or “8269595912” as well as a use-by date of “Best before OCT 2009”; or, a production code of “8292595911” or “8296595911” as well as a use-by date of “Best before NOV 2009.”

Each package also bears the USDA mark of inspection, as well as the establishment number “EST P-9018.” The frozen chicken meals were produced on Aug. 18, Aug. 21, Aug. 28, Sept. 9, Sept. 19, Sept. 25, Sept. 30, Oct. 6, Oct. 17-18, Oct. 22 and Oct. 27 and were distributed to grocery stores nationwide.

Consumers concerned about an injury from consumption of the products should consult a medical professional. Consumers with questions should contact Nestlé Consumer Services Center at
(800) 227-6188. The toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline is
1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854).
 
95,000 high chairs recalled after reports of injuries
Children hurt when seat backs fall off; strollers, toy dinosaurs also recalled

Nearly 100,000 high chairs have been recalled after reports of dozens of injuries to children when the seat backs fell off. Also recalled, although no incidents have been reported: strollers and toy dinosaurs. All the recalled items are made in China.

About 95,000 Majestic High Chairs made by Evenflo Co. Inc, of Miamisburg, Ohio, have been voluntarily recalled because the company says they pose a hazard for children when parts come loose and the seat backs fall off. There have been dozens of reported injuries such as broken bones and head bruises.

The company received more than 1,000 reports of parts falling out. The high chairs, made in China, were sold nationwide at juvenile product and mass merchandise stores, including Toys "R" Us, Babies "R" Us, Burlington Coat Factory and Shopko, and online at walmart.com from January 2006 through May 2007.

For more information, consumers can call Evenflo at 800-233-5921 or visit www.majestichighchair.com.
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Some 1,600 Phil & Teds Dash Buggy strollers, made in China and imported by Regal Lager Inc., of Kennesaw, Ga., have been recalled because the frame handle could fail to latch properly and break, posing a fall hazard to small children.

No injuries or incidents have been reported. The recalled stroller has a metal frame with three wheels, a cloth seat and a canopy. The product was sold at independent juvenile specialty stores and online from July through September this year.

For details, call 800-593-5522, or visit www.regallager.com or www.cpsc.gov.
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About 480 Dinosaur Epoch toy dinosaurs, manufactured in China and imported by Xtreme Toy Zone of Los Angeles, have been recalled because surface paints can contain high levels of lead, which is toxic if ingested by young children.

No incidents have been reported. The dinosaurs were sold on Xtreme Toy Zone's Web site between May and October 2008.

For details, call 213-237-9983, or visit www.xtremetoyzone.com or www.cpsc.gov.
 
I know this affects my family and will probably affect many more. Kelloggs is voluntarily recalling peanut butter crackers and other peanut butter products they make because of the salmonella outbreak. The feds have confirmed salmonella contamination at a Georgia facility that ships peanut products to 85 food companies.

Kellogg's recalls more peanut butter products

Susan
 
Kids' jackets from Gwen Stefani's line recalled
Feb 6, 8:21 PM (ET)

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is recalling kids' hooded sweat shirts from Gwen Stefani's Harajuku Lovers line.

The hoodies, which sell for about $75 at department stores, have a drawstring through the hood that can pose a strangulation hazard, the organization said. The jackets were voluntarily recalled by their Southern California-based distributor this week. No injuries have been reported.
 
KFC sues supplier, says popcorn chicken packaging caught fire on reheating

Brett Barrouquere, Associated Press Writer
Tuesday April 7, 2009, 4:34 pm EDT

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- KFC says its popcorn chicken had a bit more heat than intended.

The fried chicken giant is suing one of its suppliers, saying the cups used to hold popcorn chicken caught on fire while being reheated in the microwave oven.

Louisville-based KFC said in a federal lawsuit that Paris Packaging Inc. of Paris, Texas, changed the content of the ink used on the containers, using a new formula that includes carbon, which may catch fire if heated.

The restaurant chain said at least two people reported fires. KFC said company employees then tested the cups in a microwave oven and, after being heated for 13-19 seconds, the cups caught fire.

KFC spokesman Rick Maynard said no one was injured because of the fires.
"Since the safety of our customers is our top priority, KFC took immediate action by removing the packaging based on two reported issues," Maynard said.

KFC, a division of fast food giant Yum Brands Inc., is seeking at least $757,000 to cover the cost of more than 11,000 recalled containers and other unspecified financial damages. The company, in the suit filed Monday, also wants U.S. District Judge John G. Heyburn of Louisville to issue an order that KFC cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by the cups that combusted.

A message left for Paris Packaging was not immediately returned Tuesday morning. An e-mail sent to Paris Packaging President Bill Carver was not immediately responded to Tuesday.

KFC claims Paris Packaging, which has been supplying boxes and cups to KFC since 2007, changed the composition of the ink used to print labels on cups and boxes in February without notifying the restaurant chain.

The issue arose when a customer complained to KFC on Feb. 4 that the cup containing popcorn chicken "spontaneously burst into flames" while being reheated at a customer's home, KFC said.

KFC sent a notice to all restaurants and franchisees on Feb. 20, telling them to stop using the Paris Packaging containers until further notice.
 
Malt-O-Meal recalls oatmeal made with dry milk

Associated Press
July 3, 2009 - 8:40 PM (ET)

MINNEAPOLIS – Malt-O-Meal Co. is voluntarily recalling oatmeal that contains instant nonfat dry milk that may be contaminated with salmonella.

The instant nonfat dry milk came from Plainview Milk Products Cooperative of Minnesota which is recalling products made over the past two years due to the possible contamination. Many of Plainview's products were sold to other food makers.

Minneapolis-based Malt-O-Meal is recalling "Maple & Brown Sugar Instant Oatmeal" sold in cartons and variety packs with best-if-used-by dates of June 30, 2009 to Oct. 28, 2010.

The oatmeal is sold nationally under brands including Cub Foods, Diamond Crystal, Fastco, Flavorite, Foodland, Good 'n Hearty, Hearty Traditions, Hy-Top, IGA, Mom's Best Natural, Megaroons, Millville, Our Family, Richfood, Shop 'n Save and Smart Menu.
 
From: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Tires Recalls
(Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST)

FIRESTONE ( 09T007000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: JUN 25, 2009 BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS TIRE OPERATIONS, LLC (BATO) IS RECALLING 127,183 FIRESTONE FR380 TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 9, 2007 THROUGH JULY 2, 2008. THESE TIRES WERE PRODUCED WITH ...
KUMHO ( 09T008000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: JUN 26, 2009 KUMHO TIRE USA IS RECALLING 36,292 KUMHO MOHAVE A/T LIGHT TRUCK ALL TERRAIN TIRES, SIZES LT225/75R16, LT245/75R16, AND LT265/75R16, PRODUCED BETWEEN DECEMBER 7, 2008 AND JUNE 13, 2009. THE VEHICLE'S ...
TRIUMPH ( 09T004000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: MAR 31, 2009 BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS TIRE OPERATION (BRIDGESTONE) IS RECALLING 1,018 BRIDGESTONE EXEDRA G850 G MOTORCYCLE TIRES, SIZE 180/70R16 77H, SOLD AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FOR MY 2008 AND 2009 TRIUMPH ROCKET III ...
BRIDGESTONE ( 09T004000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: MAR 31, 2009 BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS TIRE OPERATION (BRIDGESTONE) IS RECALLING 1,018 BRIDGESTONE EXEDRA G850 G MOTORCYCLE TIRES, SIZE 180/70R16 77H, SOLD AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FOR MY 2008 AND 2009 TRIUMPH ROCKET III ...
METZELER ( 09T003000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: JAN 22, 2009 PIRELLI TIRE, LLC IS RECALLING CERTAIN METZELER ME880 MARATHON MOTORCYCLE TIRES, SIZES 130/90B16 M/CTL 73H REINFORCED AND 140/90B16 M/CTL 77H REINFORCED, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 22 AND SEPTEMBER 13,...
GOODYEAR ( 08T009000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: MAR 27, 2008 GOODYEAR TIRE IS RECALLING 18 GOODYEAR EAGLE RS-A, SIZE P235/55R18 99V, MANUFACTURED DURING THE WEEK OF JANUARY 7, 2008, WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE LABELING REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAF...
MICHELIN ( 09T002000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: JAN 16, 2009 MICHELIN IS RECALLING 784 MICHELIN PILOT ALPIN PA2 ZP TIRES, SIZE 225/50R17 94H, PRODUCED FROM SEPTEMBER 17, 2006 THROUGH JUNE 14, 2008. THESE TIRES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE LABELING REQUIREMENTS OF FE...
COOPER ( 08T029000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: DEC 11, 2008 COOPER TIRE IS RECALLING 1,692 COOPER CS4 TOURING (VR) TIRES, SIZE 215/55R17, PRODUCED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 7 AND OCTOBER 11, 2008. THESE TIRES MAY HAVE BEEN CURED FOR AN INADEQUATE AMOUNT OF TIME.
DILL-ACP ( 08T028000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: DEC 05, 2008 DILL AIR CONTROLS PRODUCTS (DILL) IS RECALLING 1.8 MILLION REPLACEMENT SNAP-IN RUBBER VALVE STEMS, MODELS DILL APC TR413, TR414, AND TR418, SOLD BETWEEN NOVEMBER 2006 AND JULY 2007. THESE VALVES MAY...
LEMANS ( 08T026000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: OCT 22, 2008 BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE NORTH AMERICA TIRE, LLC (BFNT) IS RECALLING 135,310 FIRESTONE FR380 TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 4, 2006 AND SEPTEMBER 8, 2007, AND 26,941 LEMANS CHAMPION SE...
FIRESTONE ( 08T026000 ) (Fri, 10 Jul 2009 06:00:00 EST) Dated: OCT 22, 2008 BRIDGESTONE/FIRESTONE NORTH AMERICA TIRE, LLC (BFNT) IS RECALLING 135,310 FIRESTONE FR380 TIRES, SIZE P235/75R15, MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 4, 2006 AND SEPTEMBER 8, 2007, AND 26,941 LEMANS CHAMPION SE...

For many other recalls, go to www.recalls.gov
 
Toyota to recall 3.8M vehicles over floor mats
Sep 29, 8:15 PM (ET)

WASHINGTON (AP) - Toyota Motor Corp. said Tuesday it will recall 3.8 million vehicles in the United States, the company's largest-ever U.S. recall, to address problems with a removable floor mat that could cause accelerators to get stuck and lead to a crash. The recall will involve popular models such as the Toyota Camry, the top-selling passenger car in America, and the Toyota Prius, the best-selling gas-electric hybrid.

Toyota said it was still working with officials with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to find a remedy to fix the problem and said owners could be notified about the recall as early as next week. Toyota spokesman Irv Miller said until the company finds a fix, owners should take out the removable floor mat on the driver's side and not replace it.

"A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop a vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death," Miller said.

NHTSA said it had received reports of 102 incidents in which the accelerator may have become stuck on the Toyota vehicles involved. It was unclear how many led to crashes but the inquiry was prompted by a highspeed crash in August in California of a Lexus barreling out of control. As the vehicle hit speeds exceeding 120 mph, family members made a frantic 911 call and said the accelerator was stuck and they couldn't stop the vehicle.

"This is an urgent matter," Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said in a statement. "For everyone's sake, we strongly urge owners of these vehicles to remove mats or other obstacles that could lead to unintended acceleration."

The recall will affect 2007-2010 model year Toyota Camry, 2005-2010 Toyota Avalon, 2004-2009 Toyota Prius, 2005-2010 Tacoma, 2007-2010 Toyota Tundra, 2007-2010 Lexus ES350 and 2006-2010 Lexus IS250 and IS350.

Toyota's previously largest U.S. recall was about 900,000 vehicles in 2005 to fix a steering issue. The company declined to say how many complaints it had received about the accelerator issue.

The Japanese automaker warned owners that if they think their vehicle is accelerating out of control, they should check to see whether their floor mat is under the pedal. If a driver can't remove the floor mat, Toyota advises drivers to step on the brake pedal with both feet until the vehicle slows and then try to put it into neutral and switch the ignition to accessory power.

For vehicles with engine start/stop buttons, Toyota said the engine can be shut off by holding the button down for three seconds.

In the August incident near San Diego, the fiery crash of a 2009 Lexus ES 350 killed California Highway Patrol Officer Mark Saylor, 45, and three others on State Route 125 in Santee. The runaway car was traveling at more than 120 mph when it hit a sport utility vehicle, launched off an embankment, rolled several times and burst into flames. One of the family members called police about a minute before the crash to report the vehicle had no brakes and the accelerator was stuck. The call ended with someone telling people in the car to hold on and pray, followed by a woman's scream.

NHTSA investigators determined that a rubber all-weather floor mat found in the wreckage was slightly longer than the mat that belonged in the vehicle, something that could have snared or covered the accelerator pedal.
Toyota spokesman John Hanson said the final report had not yet been submitted in the California case.

"We don't know what the actual cause was of that accident other than preliminary reports that have been published so it's impossible for us to comment on that particular incident," Hanson said.

In mid-September, Toyota ordered 1,400 Toyota and Lexus dealers nationwide to ensure that each new, used and loaner vehicles had the proper floor mats and that the mats were properly secured.

In September 2007, Toyota recalled an accessory all-weather floor mat sold for use in some 2007 and 2008 model year Lexus ES 350 and Toyota Camry vehicles because of similar problems.

For more information, consumers can contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's hotline at (888) 327-4236, Toyota at (800) 331-4331 or Lexus at (800) 255-3987.
 
Nothing like Christmas to bring out the dangerous toy list. Fisher-Price presents the $23.99 Love to Play Puppy which, according to the New York Public Research Interest Group, is unsafe. The Love to Play Puppy, bought at a Manhattan Toys "R" Us, contains bromine, a fire retardant that can affect the reproductive syste...m and cause birth defects; and also mercury, which affects the organs and nervous system.


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Children’s Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings Recalled by NTD Apparel Due to Strangulation Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: “Hello Kitty” Zip Up Hoodie Sweatshirts
Units: 1,200
Distributor: NTD Apparel, of Los Angeles, Calif.
Hazard: The sweatshirts have a drawstring through the hood which can pose a strangulation hazard to children. In February 1996, CPSC issued guidelines (which were incorporated into an industry voluntary standard in 1997) to help prevent children from strangling or getting entangled on the neck and waist drawstrings in upper garments, such as jackets or sweatshirts.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.
Description: The “Hello Kitty” hoodie has an appliqué on the right chest and screenprint on left chest and left sleeve. They were sold in black with silver lining and in sizes 2T, 3T, 4, 5, 6 and 6X. NTD APPAREL, D1592H7273, RN#116180 is printed on the neck label and care label.
Sold at: Macy’s and Dillard’s department stores nationwide from November 2008 through December 2008 for $36.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately remove the drawstrings from the sweatshirts to eliminate the hazard, or return the garment to either the place of purchase or to NTD Apparel for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact NTD Apparel toll-free at (866) 317-3974 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday.


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Blenders Recalled by Haier America Due to Laceration Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Blenders
Units: About 53,800
Importer: Haier America Trading, L.L.C., of New York, N.Y.
Manufacturer: Ka Po International Industrial Co., of Hong Kong
Hazard: The blade assemblies of the blenders may come apart or break, posing a laceration risk.
Incidents/Injuries: Haier America has received approximately 60 reports of blade assemblies coming apart or breaking. One consumer reported receiving a minor cut to his hand.
Description: This recall involves commercial-style 500-watt blenders with model number HB500BSS. The units are stainless steel and black plastic. “Haier” is printed on the front below the power switch, and the model number is printed on a label on the bottom of the blenders.
Sold at: Mass merchandisers and specialty retailers nationwide from November 2006 through October 2009 for between $26 and $60.
Manufactured in: China
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blenders and contact Haier America to receive a free replacement blade assembly.
Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Haier America toll-free at (866) 327-6147 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site at www.haieramerica.com


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Vehicle Make / Model: LAND ROVER / RANGE ROVER
Model Year(s): 2010
Manufacturer: JAGUAR LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA, LLC Mfr's Report Date: NOV 30, 2009
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 09V467000
NHTSA Action Number: N/A
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Potential Number of Units Affected: 4001

Summary:
JAGUAR LAND ROVER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 RANGE ROVER VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, ¿OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION.¿ THESE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) MAY EXPERIENCE AIRBAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATION ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG WILL BE DISABLED WHEN THE AIRBAG WARNING LAMP IS ILLUMINATED AS A RESULT OF THIS DEFECT AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG WARNING DISABLE (PAWD) LAMP IN THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE WILL ALSO ILLUMINATE.

Consequence:
DEPLOYMENT OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY NOT BE ACHIEVED IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

Remedy:
DEALER WILL UPDATE THE VEHICLE'S RESTRAINTS CONTROL MODULE (RCM) WITH THE INTEGRATED DIAGNOSTICS SYSTEM (IDS) TOOL WITH SOFTWARE FROM DVD 118.5 PATCH 16 OR LATER. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 21, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT JAGUAR LAND ROVER AT 1-800-452-4827.

Notes:
JAGUAR LAND ROVER RECALL NO. P020. OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .


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McDonald's pulls cadmium-tainted 'Shrek' glasses
Jun 4, 5:19 AM (ET)
By JUSTIN PRITCHARD

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Cadmium has been discovered in the painted design on
"Shrek"-themed drinking glasses being sold nationwide at McDonald's,
forcing the burger giant to recall 12 million of the cheap U.S.-made
collectibles while dramatically expanding contamination concerns about the
toxic metal beyond imported children's jewelry.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, which announced the voluntary
recall early Friday, warned consumers to immediately stop using the
glasses; McDonald's said it would post instructions on its website next
week regarding refunds.

The 16-ounce glasses, being sold for about $2 each as part of a
promotional campaign for the movie "Shrek Forever After," were available
in four designs depicting the characters Shrek, Princess Fiona, Puss in
Boots and Donkey.

The CPSC noted in its recall notice that "long-term exposure to cadmium
can cause adverse health effects." Cadmium is a known carcinogen that
research shows also can cause bone softening and severe kidney problems.

In the case of the Shrek-themed glassware, the potential danger would be
long-term exposure to low levels of cadmium, which could leach from the
paint onto a child's hand, then enter the body if the child puts that
unwashed hand to his or her mouth.

Cadmium can be used to create reds and yellows in paint. McDonald's USA
spokesman Bill Whitman said a pigment in paint on the glasses contained
cadmium.

"A very small amount of cadmium can come to the surface of the glass, and
in order to be as protective as possible of children, CPSC and McDonald's
worked together on this recall," said CPSC spokesman Scott Wolfson. He
would not specify the amounts of cadmium that leached from the paint in
tests, but said the amounts were "slightly above the protective level
currently being developed by the agency."

Wolfson said the glasses have "far less cadmium than the children's metal
jewelry that CPSC has previously recalled."

Concerns about cadmium exposure emerged in January, when The Associated
Press reported that some items of children's jewelry sold at major
national chains contained up to 91 percent of the metal. Federal
regulators worry that kids could ingest cadmium by biting, sucking or even
swallowing contaminated pendants and bracelets.

The consumer protection agency has issued three recalls this spring for
jewelry highlighted in the AP stories, including products sold at
Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer; at Claire's, a major jewelry and
accessories chain in North America and Europe; and at discount and dollar
stores.

Those recalls all involved children's metal jewelry - and all of that
jewelry was made in China.

Manufactured by ARC International of Millville, N.J., the glasses were to
be sold from May 21 into June. Roughly seven million of the glasses had
been sold; another approximately five million are in stores or have not
yet been shipped, said Whitman.

Associated Press reporters tried unsuccessfully to buy the glasses late
Thursday at McDonald's in New York, Los Angeles and northern New Jersey
but were alternately told the merchandise was sold out, no longer
available or "there'll be more tomorrow."

E-mails sent after business hours to two spokesmen for ARC International
seeking comment were not immediately returned.

McDonald's said it was asking customers to stop using the glasses "out of
an abundance of caution."

"We believe the Shrek glassware is safe for consumer use," Whitman said.
"However, again to ensure that our customers receive safe products from
us, we made the decision to stop selling them and voluntarily recall these
products effective immediately."

Whitman said that as the CPSC develops new protocols and standards for
cadmium in consumer products, "we adjust as necessary to ensure that our
customers can continue to trust what they receive from McDonald's."

Federal scrutiny of the glasses began last week. The Washington office of
U.S. Rep. Jackie Speier, a California Democrat who has proposed strictly
limiting cadmium in jewelry, received what a spokesman described as an
anonymous tip that testing with an X-ray gun that estimates how much
cadmium an item contains indicated the metal was present in the glass
paint. Speier's office requested samples of the glasses from the tipster,
and upon receiving them May 27 sent them to the CPSC for further
investigation.

"Our children's health should not depend on the consciences of anonymous
sources," Speier said in a statement Friday. "Although McDonald's did the
right thing by recalling these products, we need stronger testing
standards to ensure that all children's products are proven safe before
they hit the shelves."
 
Chrysler to recall 25,000 to fix gas pedals
BY JUSTIN HYDE
FREE PRESS WASHINGTON STAFF
Posted: June 5, 2010

WASHINGTON -- Chrysler said Friday it would recall 25,000 Dodge and Jeep vehicles in the U.S. to fix sticking gas pedals made by the same supplier involved in the recall of 2.3 million Toyota vehicles for the same problem.

Chrysler told the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that because the 25,263 2007 Dodge Calibers and 71 Jeep Compass models were equipped with brake-override software, it did not consider the problem a safety defect, but would conduct a voluntary recall anyway.

The automaker said the problem stemmed from a manufacturing defect at CTS that caused the bearing housing to be made too large, a problem CTS corrected in March 2006. Chrysler estimated that only 30% of the vehicles covered by the recall would actually have the problem.

In addition to the U.S. vehicles, Chrysler's recall also covers 5,572 cars in Canada, 2,260 in Mexico and 1,536 elsewhere.


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Maytag dishwasher recall: Fire risk affects 1.7M
June 4, 2010
USA Today
By Bob Riha, Jr.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Whirlpool's Maytag unit is recalling about 1.7 million dishwashers because of a fire hazard.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission, which announced the recall Thursday, says the company has received 12 reports of electrical failures in the dishwasher heating element that led to fires and damage.

One kitchen fire caused extensive damage, the agency said. No injuries have been reported.

The recall includes Maytag, Amana, Jenn-Air, Admiral, Magic Chef, Performa by Maytag and Crosley brand dishwashers with plastic tubs. The recalled dishwashers were made with black, bisque, white, silver and stainless steel front panels and sold at department and appliance stores nationwide from February 2006 through April 2010. They cost between $250 and $900.

CPSC advises consumers to immediately stop using the recalled dishwashers and disconnect the electric supply by shutting off the fuse or circuit breaker controlling it.

Consumers can schedule a free in-home repair or receive a rebate of $150 or $250 toward the purchase of select new Maytag dishwashers. The amount of the rebate depends on the type of model to be purchased.
The recall is Maytag's second of more than a million major appliances in a little more than a year. It recalled 1.6 million refrigerators because of fire risks in March 2009.

Whirlpool, based in Benton Harbor, Mich., bought Maytag in March 2006 in a $1.8 billion deal.

More information on the numerous serial numbers involved in the recall can be found at Maytag's website or the website for the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
 
Haha we have two of those Shrek glasses. I doubt we'll bother to bring them back or not drink out of them. After all it does say in that article that they believe they're safe for consumer use. I'd sooner die from eating too many Big Mac's than I would drinking out of one of those cups.

Besides I love Shrek too much to take them back.
 
GE's recalling front loading washing machines. One of which I just happen to have been using all day! :eek: (Our free repair is on Saturday since I just made the appointment.)


GE Recalls Front Loading Washing Machines

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GE Recalls Front Load Washers Due to Fire and Shock Hazards
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.

Name of Product: GE Front-Load Washing Machines

Units: About 181,000

Manufacturer: GE Appliances & Lighting, of Louisville, Ky.

Hazard: A wire can break in the machine and make contact with a metal part on the washtub while the machine is operating, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers.

Incidents/Injuries: GE is aware of seven incidents in which flames escaped the units and caused minor smoke damage. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves GE front-load washing machines without auxiliary water heating. Model and serial numbers are listed in the chart below. Recalled washing machines were manufactured between December 2006 and February 2010. The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom right side and on the bottom door frame of the washers.

Brand Model Number Begins With: Serial Number Begins With:
GE WBVH5 AM, AR, AS, AT, DM, DR, DS, FM,
FR, FS, GM, GS, HM, HR, HS, LM,
LR, LS, MM, MR, MS, RM, RR, RS,
SM, SR, SS, TM, TR, TS, VM, VR,
VS, ZL, ZM, ZR, ZS

Sold at: Department and various retail stores nationwide from December 2006 through May 2010 for about $700.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled washers, unplug it from the electrical outlet and contact GE for a free repair. Consumers should not operate the washer until it has been repaired.
 
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