Defective & Dangerous Products

• Safety 1st Stair Gates Recalled For Fall Hazard

  Chrissie Cole | February 04, 2009 1:31 PM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  Dorel Juvenile Group USA, in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), announced a voluntary recall of 100,000 Safety 1st SmartLight Stair Gates. The hinges that hold...

• Domega International Ltd. Recalls Zebra Brand Sweetened Lotus Root Seed and Zebra Brand Sweetened Coconut

  Jenny Albano | January 27, 2008 8:18 PM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  Domega international Ltd., in conjunction with the FDA, is recalling Zebra brand sweetened lotus root seed and Zebra brand sweetened coconut because it contains undeclared sulfites. People who are sensitive to sulfites may risk serious or life-threatening reactions if they consume these products.The recalled Zebra brand sweetened lotus root seed is sold in 6 oz. un-coded plastic bags and is a...

• More Thomas & Friends Toys Recalled for Excessive Levels of Lead

  Chrissie Cole | September 26, 2007 9:06 PM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), RC2 Corp. announced a second voluntary toy recall of Thomas & Friends Wood Railroad Toys due to excessive levels of lead.The latest toy recall includes approximately 200,000 toys. In June, 1.5 million Thomas & Friends toys recalled for the same reason, excessive levels of lead in the paint.The latest recall includes five...

• Chrysler Recalls Jeep Commanders and Dodge Nitros for Brake Problem

  Chrissie Cole | September 15, 2007 5:06 PM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  Chrysler announced an automobile recall of about 300,000 trucks due to a delay in braking when drivers step on the brake pedal.Chrysler Dealers will be reprogramming the control module on the antilock brake systems of 2007 Jeep Wranglers and Dodge Nitros and 2006-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokees and Commanders free of charge.The company has received one report of a crash, with no reported injuries.The...

• Signature Gourmet / Kitchen Gourmet Coffeemakers Recalled

  Chrissie Cole | July 31, 2007 10:53 PM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  The Signature Gourmet and Kitchen Gourmet 12-cup coffeemakers, made by Atico International USA, are being recalled for an electrical failure that can pose a fire hazard.The coffeemakers are white and have a glass coffeepot. Signature Gourmet or Kitchen Gourmet is printed across the front of the maker. Model Number (XQ-673B), Item Number (W14A4984) and date code are located on the bottom of the...

• 126 People Sick after Eating Salmonella Contaminated Hummus at Festival

  Chrissie Cole | July 18, 2007 6:44 PM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  Over 120 people who ate from the same food both at the Taste of Chicago Food Festival became seriously ill. Nine cases have been confirmed as salmonella poisoning. As of Thursday, at least ten people were hospitalized due to the illness, said the health department.The number of reported cases is expected to increase as more test results come back. The 126 people who became ill, all ate the Pars...

• Target Recalls Toy Barbeque Grills

  Chrissie Cole | June 30, 2007 11:37 AM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  Target has recalled approximately 2,300 Play Wonder Toy Barbeque Grills. The ash tray attached to the legs of the grill may contain sharp edges, which poses a laceration hazard to small children.While no injuries or incidents have been reported consumers should take the grill away from children immediately and return them to Target for a full refund.The recall involves the Play Wonder Barbeque...

• NHSTA Investigating Jeep Commanders for Engine Stalling Defect

  Christina Cole | May 19, 2007 11:39 PM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a preliminary investigation that could end with a auto recall of 136,444 Jeep Commanders due to the engine stalling unexpectedly.Federal safety regulators have received 26 consumer complaints that allege "incidents of the engine stalling while driving a model year 2006 through 2007 Jeep Commander."Many of the complaints made...

• Rat Poison found in Recalled Pet Food

  Christina Cole | March 24, 2007 9:32 PM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  Rat poison has been found in the recalled pet food that is responsible for the deaths of 17 cats and dogs. However, the mystery is, scientist said on Friday, they don't know how the poison got there and they are predicting more pet deaths.After the announcement, Menu Foods expanded their recall to include all 95 brands of the "cuts and gravy" style pet food, from every location it was produced....

• Dog & Cat Food Recalled for Contamination

  Christina Cole | March 17, 2007 12:22 AM | 0 CommentsTucson, AZ

  Menu Foods Income Food announced a safety recall on their dog and cat foods that were manufactured between December 3, 2006 and March 6, 2007. The pet food recall is limited to "cuts and gravy" pet food in cans and pouches that is manufactured at two of the Fund's U.S. facilities. Both products are manufactured and sold private label to other companies and contract manufactured for some of the...