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Recall recap: Folding step stools, trampolines, pool slides and bassinets; plus several Ford models

By Rita Colorito on May 18, 2012 in

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Kennedy Home Collection Folding Step Stool

Outdoor fun took a serious hit this week, and so did Wal-Mart, with a recall of Sportspower Trampolines, sold exclusively through the nation's largest retailer, because the netting can break, posing a fall hazard. Banzai Inflatable Pool Slides, sold through Wal-Mart and Toys R Us, were also recalled after a reported death, paralysis and severe neck injuries when the slide unexpectedly deflated while in use. In other news, 1.6 million folding step stools got the recall boot, after reports they can break and collapse unexpectedly. And Ford recalled several makes and model years.

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Recall recap: Dry pet food, SONIC toothbrushes, BMW 3-Series, plus Chrysler 300s and Dodge Caravans

By Rita Colorito on May 11, 2012 in

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A slew of recalls this week caution that what affects our pets can also affect us. Several high-end dry dog food brands joined an ever-expanding recall list because of possible salmonella contamination. And our pets aren't the only ones at risk. Humans who come into contact with the contaminated food can get sick, too. Experts advise to always wash your hands properly after feeding your pet, clean surfaces that came into contact with pet food, never allow children under 5 to feed animals, and be sure to keep little ones away from the pet food bowl lest they decide to munch on some kibble.

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Recall recap: BMW motorcycles and Michelin tires pose serious crash risks to vehicle occupants

By Rita Colorito on May 3, 2012 in

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Drivers and passengers beware: This week's recalls include 2012 BMW S1000RR motorcycles with potentially catastrophic engine damage; and Michelin tires that experience rapid air loss during use, increasing the risk of a crash. Even if you don't own any of these, let's hope they're not on the road when we're on it.

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Recall recap: STOK gas grills, Irwin circular saws, and Sakar battery chargers

By Rita Colorito on April 26, 2012 in

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It's almost comical to say that circular saws cause laceration hazards; battery charges pose electrocution risks; and gas grills may result in fire and burn hazards. After all, the intended use of these products is to cut materials, create an electrical charge, and provide cooking fire, respectively. But in this week's recalls, these products do all that, but in unintentional ways. Read on for the serious details.

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Recall recap: Auto recalls by BMW and General Motors and tires, plus peanut and milk allergy alerts

By Rita Colorito on April 20, 2012 in

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Auto manufacturers topped the list of recalls this week, with BMW recalling nearly 3,000 vehicles for potential fire hazard, and GM recalling some 50,000 Buick Enclave, Chevy Traverse and GMC Acadia vehicles for wiper blades that may become inoperative. And you might want to check your vehicle for tires from Cooper, Del-Nat, and PT. Multistrada. In other news, Harry & David recalled its Premium Kansas City Style Barbecue Almonds because of undeclared peanuts.

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Recall recap: Viking dishwashers, Office Depot and West Elm chairs, Ford Focus and Chrysler Jeep vehicles

By Rita Colorito on April 12, 2012 in

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With all the food calls this week, better check to see which edibles in your kitchen are safe. Something else in your kitchen that may be a danger: Viking dishwashers-- which were recalled because of a fire hazard. And if you have an office nook, make sure you aren't sitting in certain Office Depot or West Elm chairs, which were recalled because they may land you on your rumpus. For details on these and other recent recalls, read on.

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Recall recap: Hondas, lawn trimmers and food with undeclared ingredients

By Rita Colorito on April 6, 2012 in

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It was a quiet week in nationwide recalls, with several food manufacturers recalling products because of undeclared allergens and ingredients: The products to check your pantry and fridge for include, Simply Enjoy Vanilla Cream Puffs by Crème Curls Bakery; Baked potatoes stuffed with beef by Al Baghdadi Food; and Artisan Fresh Chicken and Apple Sausage by Eddy Packing Company.

In other recalls, Honda recalled more than 550,000 CR-V and Pilot vehicles and Husqvarna recalled 19,500 grass trimmers and 6,500 hedge trimmers. For details, read on.

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New recalls: Safety 1st cabinet locks, Westinghouse ceiling fans and several auto recalls

By Rita Colorito on April 2, 2012 in

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Recalls this week include several products that do the exact opposite of their intent. By the numbers:

900,000 child-proof cabinet locks manufactured by Safety 1^st are recalled after 200 reports of children open secured cabinets.
12,000 Easton Sports lacrosse helmets recalled because they could cause facial injury.
7,000 Westinghouse ceiling fans recalled of these because of fire and shock hazard.
370,000 BMW vehicles have a cable problem that could create a fire risk.

In addition, loss of steering issues made Honda and Chevy/GMC issue recalls this week. For details on these and other recalls, read on.

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Subaru, Hyundai and Volvo, Kawasaki utility vehicles, and GTC tires recalled this week

By Rita Colorito on March 22, 2012 in

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It was a quiet week in nationwide recalls, though auto manufacturers continue to roll out the recalls. Both Subaru and Hyundai issued recalls due to seat belt problems. And Volvo recalled two 2012 models because an underbody coating can ice up, posing a fire hazard. Fire hazard was also the reason Kawasaki recalled utility vehicles.

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Recall recap: Lawn tractors, Lenovo computers, and Gerber infant formula

By Rita Colorito on March 16, 2012 in

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Toyota issued two massive recalls this week, for air bag problems and inoperative brake lights in several Tacoma, and Camry and Venza models, respectively. Malfunctioning parking lamps caused Buick to recall 2012 Regal vehicles. And Infiniti recalled certain older M45s because of an inaccurate fuel gauge. Crash hazards also prompted Hydro-Gear to recall lawn tractors. Lenovo ThinkCentre desktop computers may overheat and cause a fire hazard. And Gerber pulls a batch of Good Start Infant Formula after reports of off-odor and gastrointestinal problems in infants.

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