February 2010
Airbag
Defect in Chrysler and Dodge Minivans
More than 355,000 2005-2006
models recalled.
Hot Dog Choking
Hazards for Kids
Pediatricians want warning labels.
Study
Finds Chicken Contamination Common
Only 34% of chicken is clear
of food poisoning.
Toyota
Corollas the Subject of New Consumer Complaints
Dozens of owners
have reported power steering problems.
Drop
Side Cribs Recalled After Infant Deaths
500,000 affected - can
lead to serious injury or death.
Honda
Recalls Cars for Airbag Problem
Almost 400,000 vehicles affected.
Toyota
Hybrid Recall Announced, Includes 2010 Prius
Global recall
includes more than 400,000 vehicles.
Medtronic
Defibrillator Wires Fail at Higher Rates
Hospital studies:
failure rates higher than reported.
Toyota
Dealt Another Blow with Prius Brake Complaints
Over 100 consumer
complaints have been filed.
Cell Phone
Bans Don't Reduce Crashes, Study Finds
Surprised experts offer a
few different explanations.
Daniele
Meat Products Salmonella Risk
Over 200 people have been sickened.
Toyota
Announces Gas Pedal Fix, Investigators Skeptical
Want to
determine if electronic malfunction is to blame.
