2012

According to news sources, about 55,000 sets of LED flashlights have been recalled after it was found that the flashlights can overheat while in use, posing a burn or fire hazard as a result. Target announced the recall in cooperation with the Consumer Product Safety Commission after it was discovered that the flashlights could overheat,… read more

According to news sources, General Motors is announcing an upgrade to its Chevrolet Volt models that addresses recent battery fire concerns arising from an ongoing investigation into the matter by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The upgrade focuses on reinforcing the structure of the underbody in order to spread the impact of side… read more

According to news sources, U.S Marshals ended up seizing dietary supplements and drugs manufactured by Syntec Inc today, after The Food and Drug Administration said that the company allegedly used false claims in their advertisements in regards to the safety and effectiveness of their products. The company, Syntec Inc, allegedly makes claims in its promotional… read more

According to news sources, a recall has been issued for Martinelli’s Gold Medal Sparkling Cider after it was found that the bottle seals were defective and could break when opening the bottle. The company, Martinelli and Company, announced the recall in cooperation with The Food and Drug Administration due to the recalled bottles having defective… read more

According to news sources, a recall has been issued for the 21% Protein Dog Food, after it was reportedly manufactured with corn at a Cargill’s facility, resulting in unacceptably high levels of Aflatoxin. The company, Petrus Feed and Seed Stores Inc., has issued the voluntary recall after it found high levels of a naturally occurring… read more

According to news sources, a consumer alert has been announced in regards to an undeclared allergen ingredient found in Gollo Brand “Pan Dominicano (Dominican Bread),” which can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if consumed by people with a severe sensitivity to milk. The company, Gollo Desserts, recalled the 7 oz. packaged product after an… read more

According to news sources, Starwest Botanicals has issued a recall for its Starwest Organic Celery Seed (Whole) product after it was discovered that the spice was potentially contaminated with Salmonella. The announcement of the voluntary recall came after a customer reportedly notified the company, Starwest Botanicals, of the potential Salmonella contamination. The recalled celery seed… read more

According to news sources, a recall has been issued for about 24 pounds Jerry’s Foods summer sausage due to undeclared whey and soy allergens in the product that are not identified properly on the label. The company, Jerry’s Foods, announced the recall of the ready-to-eat sausage products after a company quality control manager reportedly discovered… read more

According to news sources, a recent warning issued by The Food and Drug Administration against chicken jerky dog treats imported from China came as a response to an increasing number of reports regarding dog illnesses associated with the products. The warning is the third ever issued by the FDA in regards to the chicken jerky… read more

According to news sources, a recall has been issued for about 6,723 cases of alfalfa sprouts since it was found that the product was contaminated with Salmonella after a random customer sample test. The company, Green Valley Food Corp, announced the recall of the “Let’s Grow Healthy Together!” alfalfa sprouts after a random customer sample… read more

According to news sources, a recall has been issued for about 7,500 pounds of marinated ground beef, ground chicken by Shamrock Foods after it was found that the product contained known allergens that were not identified due to improper labeling. The recall was announced after it was found that the product contained known allergens not… read more

According to news sources, a recall has been issued for two batches of Organique Nourishing Night Cream after it was found in a random sample that the product was contaminated with fungus and the staphylococcus aureus bacteria. The company, Himalaya Nourishing Night Cream, recalled the product in cooperation with the Food and Drug Administration. The… read more