2013

Mitsubishi Motors North America has announced the recall of Outlander Sport vehicles of the 2013 model year because they are potentially out of compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Standards regarding lamps and theft protection.  The 4,539 vehicle could suffer from two issues:  the first would find the brake lights coming on at irregular intervals or… read more

Now that spring is here, we’re going to be seeing a lot more outdoor get-togethers.  But when people gather for barbecues, safety must always remain paramount.  Grilling food as part of spring and summer festivities is certainly a great way to pass the time, but the average grill holds a number of hazards that need… read more

As automobiles become more complex, so do the reasons for recalls.  Today’s modern motor vehicle operates by way of a complicated series of processes interwoven together, and if anything goes wrong with the vehicle’s software or a mechanical component, the results can be disastrous. A new article looks at this phenomenon in greater detail by… read more

A recall has been issued for a series of vehicles that could be plagued by a defect that only makes itself known in certain driving environments.  The automobiles in question would have been registered in a handful of states, but if ownership has changed or the owner has moved, it’s still possible that residents of… read more

It seems like every month has some sort of safety designation, and April is no different.  Not only is Distracted Driving Awareness Month being recognized across the country, but April is also designated as National Safe Digging Month.  The distinction hopes to raise awareness about the importance of always checking up on what types of… read more

A member of the Bakersfield City Council recently wrote an editorial focused on the myriad ways that the city has attempted to improve bicycle safety.  The legislative body’s Community Services Committee recently approved standards for safe bike parking, but that’s just one of the steps the city is reportedly taking to help out cyclists.  The… read more

This past Saturday found the East Hampton Ocean Rescue Squad providing safety advice to Cold Water Boot Camp attendees, and although the information hails from the other side of the country, it’s just as pertinent to paddle sport participants and boaters here in California.  The Coast Guard advises that life vests be worn at all… read more

In November 2010, 67,500 freezers were recalled by the New York City-based Haier America because they posed a fire threat.  Two and a half years onward, the company is recalling an additional 41,000 Black & Decker and Haier chest freezers.  The recall stems from a potentially faulty capacitor inside the circuitry of the freezer.  Overheating… read more

If you’re like many families across California and the entire country, at some point this spring you’re going to go through your home and indulge in a little Spring Cleaning.  Most people only pay attention to the clutter that accumulated and the dust that built up since last year’s cleaning process, but safety-conscious residents might… read more

When riding a motorcycle, visibility is key.  You never know when another vehicle operator will be using their cellphone, changing the radio station, or just generally fail to provide their full attention to the road.  As such, it’s imperative that motorcyclists wear bright clothing, avoid blind spots, and make their every maneuver known prior to… read more

The Food and Drug Administration is making changes to the way they oversee nicotine replacement therapies, removing some warnings because they believe that heretofore perceived threats have now been disproven with the arrival of data from a host of clinical trials and other research. Specifically, the FDA is no longer concerned that over the counter… read more

A number of people across the country use medical oxygen in their home, but having such a medical device on hand also poses a number of risks that consumers must plan for.  When medical oxygen is on hand, the threat of a fire is far more apparent, as the overabundance of oxygen could cause a… read more