More than 8,000 Infinitis recalled due to fuel gauge defect
Certain models of the Infiniti M45 sedan are being recalled by their manufacturer, Nissan North America, because their fuel gauges give incorrect readings, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Infiniti M45 model sold between 2003 and 2004 reports an inaccurately high fuel tank level due to a mechanical flaw in the vehicle’s… read more
Umbro boys jackets may cause choking risk
The Hong Kong Genexy group will be voluntarily recalling its Umbro boys outerwear jackets because they pose a choking hazard, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. This recall affects approximately 240 jackets. These jackets are distributed by Umbro USA, located in Beaverton, Oregon. The toggled retractable elastic drawstring protruding from the jacket’s waist… read more
Lunch Boxes Recalled Due to Faulty Freezer Gel Packs
Food and toy products are what are typically recalled due to dangers of illness or faulty constitution, but many other products can pose a danger as well. Toronto-based California Innovations, along with the Consumer Product Safety Commission, has issued a recall for a couple of food storage products due to the danger posed by leaking… read more
Voluntary Recall for Certain Jones Seasoning Blends
1.6 oz bottles of Jones’ Mock Salt Original and Jones’ Mock Salt Spicy Southwest Blend (each considered an organic salt free seasoning) have been voluntarily recalled due to a possible salmonella contamination of the product. The press release was posted to the FDA. The celery seeds used in the blend are the ingredient that faces… read more
MIT Algorithm Predicts Red-Light Violators
According to news sources, a new study conducted by researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology has produced an algorithm that comes closer than any other algorithm currently available in predicting potential red light runners. The algorithm essentially takes into consideration the different elements of potentially running through a red light such as deceleration, distance… read more
Climbers Must Be Aware of Joss Rock Climbing Cams, Product Is Being Recalled
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, units of the Joss Rock Climbing Cam must be recalled due to a possible failure in maintaining the climber supported while attempting to secure the product in the crack of a rock. This device has fallen unexpectedly after being set, the article assures. There was an incident… read more
Botulism Fear Pushes Company to Recall Olives and Soup
According to recent reports from the United Natural Foods, Inc. known as UNFI, Botulism concerns are leading the company to recall a number of olives and soup sold nationwide. Tabatchnick Fine Foods Yankee Bean Soup and FoodMatch Inc. Divina Olives, which are stuffed with feta cheese or bleu cheese may have been exposed to the… read more
Baby Strollers Recalled, Company Offers Replacement Components
According to various news sources a recall from the manufacturer of baby strollers Bugaboo was issued regarding their Bugaboo Bee item. The company has explained in their website that there have been alleged complaints regarding the front wheels. Whenever they swivel they tend to stick, which may eventually lead to a tipping issue. This happened after the… read more
20,000 Cars Recalled Because of Misplaced Label Information
News sources state that vehicles from 2006 through 2012 manufactured by Volvo are being recalled. This happened due to a possible misplacement of the right labels for the inflation pressure in the tires. The manufacturer claims that there is a significantly decreasing number of new cars coming from the factory with spare tires. The recalled… read more
Cookie Tins Recalled due Possible Contamination
News sources have reported that a recall was issued of an unfortunate number of 85,000 butter cookie canisters from a major National drug store chain. Sources claim that the alleged reason behind the recall is that they might be contaminated with the bacillus cereus virus. The intake of products contaminated with this microorganisms cause vomiting,… read more
CPSC to Lead Summit for Consumer Product Safety
The United State Consumer Product Safety Commission is holding the First North America Consumer Product Safety Summit today and tomorrow, according to news sources. The summit is taking place in Bethesda, Maryland, at Consumer Product Safety Commission Headquarters. The Consumer Product Safety Commission hopes this will provide a chance for leaders of safety in the… read more
Consumers Look to Raise Window Blind Safety Standards
According to news reports, recent talks to revise window blind industry standards are not up to the expectations of many advocates. The task force discussing the revisions is comprised of manufacturers, federal regulators, and consumer safety advocates, totaling about 30 individuals. The panel, which was created a year ago by the Consumer Product Safety Commission,… read more