Defective Products News & Product Recalls

Fax Machines Recalled Due To Fire Hazard	July 2008
Over 360,000 pose safety risk to consumers.
Lead Found in Turf and Other Products	June 2008
Agency threatens to sue manufacturers.
Pennsylvania Child Hurt by Dangerous Crib	June 2008
Over 300,000 of the defective cribs recalled.
Vinyl Shower Curtains Emit Toxic Chemicals	June 2008
Phthalates pose a variety of heatlh hazards.
Mower and Grill Recalled Amid Safety Concerns	June 2008
Defective products pose safety risk to consumers.
Two Extensive Toy Recalls Announced	June 2008
Incidents of choking and fire reported.
Mom Files BPA Lawsuit Against Playtex	May 2008
Claims manufacturer knew of health risks.
Disney Recalls Products for Lead Paint Violation	May 2008
Toy wands and sleeping bags dangerous for children.
Kitchen Appliances Recalled Due to Fire Hazard	May 2008
Dangerous products pose safety risk to consumers.
Risky Swing Sets Recalled	May 2008
Dangerous Playworld defect.
Insulin Pumps Dangerous for Teens	May 2008
Devices linked to injury and death.
Children's Storage Bins Recalled	May 2008
Bins pose lead paint health risk.
Retailers Withdraw BPA Plastics	April 2008
Bisphenol A in baby bottles and more.
Plastic Baby Bottle Health Risks	April 2008
Hormone problems from bisphenol A.
Toy Puzzle Lead Paint Recall	March 2008
QVC product poses safety risk.
Lead in Plastic Easter Eggs	March 2008
Toxin found in holiday toys.
Inspection of Chinese Imports	March 2008
FDA plans to improve process.
Magnet Toys Pose Fatal Risk	March 2008
2.4 million toys recalled.
Fire Risk Prompts Toaster Recall	March 2008
Over 480,000 pose safety hazard.
Combi Recalls Car Seats	March 2008
Seats separate from base.
Baby Products Cause Serious Injuries	February 2008
66,400 emergency room visits in 2006.
Dart Boards Pose Safety Hazards	February 2008
250,000 recalled due to magnet risk.
Improved Toy Safety Guidelines	February 2008
Plan by Toys "R" Us & Wal-Mart.
New Car Seat Rating System	February 2008
Rules make it easier to be safe.
Evenflo Child Car Seat Recall	February 2008
One million car seats recalled.
Lighters Shaped as Toys	February 2008
Pose fire risk for children.
Risky Heart Catheters Recalled	January 2008
Medical devices may prove fatal.
Choking Hazard Prompts Pacifier Recall	January 2008
BabyTown brand pacifiers pose danger.
Eyelash Enhancer Pulled from Market	January 2008
Jan Marini removes controversial item.
Electric Toasters Recalled by QVC	December 2007
Product may ignite and cause fires.
Toy Safety Plan Delayed Until 2008	December 2007
Toymakers require an extra month.
Tainted Toys Still in Stores	December 2007
17 percent may contain lead.
General Electric Microwave Oven Recall	December 2007
Microwave oven combos can overheat.
Dangerous Toy Alert for Black Friday	November 2007
Hazards go beyond lead and magnets.
Recall of Welch Allyn Defibrillators	November 2007
Faulty models may delay data or fail.
Top Ten Dangerous Toys to Avoid	November 2007
Toys not to buy this holiday season.
Toys With Lead in Pittsburgh Stores	November 2007
Lead levels above government limit.
Aqua Dots Pulled From Shelves	November 2007
Toy beads contain date-rape drug.
Government Sets Import Safety Standards	November 2007
Plan calls for more FDA and CPSC power.
Lead Paint in Halloween Toys and More	November 2007
Nearly 760,000 more toxic toys recalled.
Potential Toxins in Baby Bottles and Plastics	October 2007
Phthalates and bisphenol A may be harmful.
Bumbo Baby Seat Head Injury Warning	October 2007
Foam chairs can tip over and injure kids.
Trader Joe's to Remove Chinese Products	October 2007
Organic grocery store chain pulls items.
1M Dunkin' Donuts Toys Recalled	October 2007
Safety hazard from free glow sticks.
Medtronic Defibrillator Leads Warning	October 2007
Lead fractures in Sprint Fidelis models.
Lead Found in Popular Brands of Lipstick	October 2007
Lead in L'Oreal, Cover Girl, Dior, & more.
Recalled Toxic Sealer Still in Homes	October 2007
Still sold nearly two years after recall.
Pants Set on Fire by iPod Nano	October 2007
Another iPod risk added to list.
Air Freshener May Pose Health Hazard	October 2007
Toxic risk from phthalate chemicals.
Wal-Mart Toys Join Growing List of Lead Recalls	September 2007
Risk of lead exposure from toys and jewelry.
Play Yards Recalled After Infant Death	September 2007
Kolcraft pulls 425,000 from the market.
Mattel Accepts Blame for Recalled Toys	September 2007
Toy manufacturer admits responsibility.
Infant Deaths Prompt Crib Recalls	September 2007
1 million recalled due to bad design.
Blood Glucose Meters Alert for Diabetes	September 2007
Correction for medical device defect.
More Toys Recalled for Lead Paint	August 2007
Recall expands beyond Mattel items.
Over 800,000 Circular Saws Recalled	August 2007
Skil saws may cause serious wounds.
Lowe's Household Products Recalled	August 2007
Outdoor lounge chairs and window blinds.
Top Hidden Household Dangers	August 2007
Magnet toys, windows, and more.
Infections Continue from Contact Lens Solutions	August 2007
Complete MoisturePLUS infections continue.
Mattel / Fisher-Price Expanded Toy Recall	August 2007
Lead paint and magnets cause toy recall.
Breast Cancer from CT Heart Scanners	July 2007
Medical device may pose serious risk.
Burn Risk Ignites Easy-Bake Oven Recall	July 2007
1M toys recalled after reports of injury.
Boston Scientific Settles Guidant Claims	July 2007
Dangerous heart products in the news.
Gerber Cereals Recalled for Choking Hazard	July 2007
Two varieties contain dangerous lumps.
Lead Poisoning from Garden Hoses	July 2007
Some contain dangerous lead content.
Tainted Toothpaste Reaches 900,000 Tubes	June 2007
Contaminated items used by state institutions.
Fireworks Caution and Safety Tips	June 2007
Stay safe during the July 4th holiday.
Tires Recalled Due to Serious Risks	June 2007
Cars, trucks, and motorcycles affected.
Cheaper Wheelchairs Cause Injuries	June 2007
Low-grade models lead to discomfort.
Antique Clocks May Leak Mercury	June 2007
The toxin is often found in old items.
Laptop Batteries Recalled for Fire Hazard	June 2007
Gateway recalls 14,000 battery packs.
Popular Toys Pose Health Risks	June 2007
Child safety hazards spur recalls.
Dishwashers Recalled for Fire Hazard	June 2007
130,000 units pose risk of overheating.
Dangerous Fake Colgate Toothpaste	June 2007
Counterfeit product may contain toxins.
ShiR Toothpaste Recalled by Distributor	June 2007
Chinese imports pulled by US company.
Contaminated Toothpaste Recall Expanded	June 2007
Recall of Chinese-produced toothpaste.
"Heeling" Threatens Child Safety	June 2007
Wheeled shoes may cause serious injury.
Recent Infant Product Recalls	June 2007
Carriers, cribs, and swings pose risks.
Contact Lens Solution Recall	May 2007
MoisturePLUS may lead to blindness.
Toothpaste Tested for Contamination	May 2007
Chinese imports to be inspected by U.S.
Child Car Seats Seep Toxic Chemicals	May 2007
Study finds high levels of toxins.
GE Recalls 2.5M Dishwashers for Fire Hazard	May 2007
Liquid rinse aid may leak onto exposed wires.
Lead Levels Prompt Recall of Children's Jewelry	May 2007
Products sold in vending machines nationally.
iPods May Cause Pacemaker Malfunctions	May 2007
Popular music players interfere with readings.
Heart Attack Tests Recalled	May 2007
Defective pack could fail to diagnose danger.
Recalls of Products that can Injure Children	April 2007
Toy magnets, jewelry, sweatshirts and more.
Shelhigh Medical Devices Seized by FDA	April 2007
Unsanitary manufacturing conditions.
Recalls of Holiday Products and More	April 2007
Chanukah, Easter, and other retail items.
Baby Slings Recalled	March 2007
Faulty strap may release on the Infantino SlingRider.
Defibrillator Recall for Defective Software	March 2007
High caffeine levels cause sickness.
Expanded hernia mesh patch recall	February 2007
More patches recalled since December 2005.
Easy-Bake Ovens recalled for burn hazards	February 2007
Hasbro Inc. voluntarily recalls 985,000 ovens.
Medtronic cardiac device under investigation	February 2007
Former engineer claims not enough testing was done.
Toyota recalls over half a million SUVs and Trucks	January 2007
To date, there have been six injuries and 11 accidents attributed to the defective vehicles.
Baby teethers recalled due to choking hazard	January 2007
At least 24 reports of the plastic ring cracking or breaking and the beads becoming detached from the ring.
Ceramic heaters recalled for fire hazard	January 2007
Heaters can overheat and smoke, which could potentially cause a fire.
Recessed light fixtures recalled due to risk of falling parts	December 2006
Fixture's plastic trim can soften and melt, causing the trim and lens to fall.
Christmas lights recalled due to fire hazard	December 2006
Reports of minor shock and melting wires.
Target recalls toys	November 2006
Target recalls toys for choking, laceration and lead hazards.
Complete MoisturePLUS contact solution recall	November 2006
U.S. recall includes 183,000 untis of Complete MoisturePLUS contact lens solution.
Toy helicopter recalled	November 2006
Remote-control helicopters recalled for burn hazard.
Lead poisoning danger prompts toy chest recall	November 2006
Company recalls about 3,000 toy storage benches.
New safety features for medical devices	November 2006
FDA hopes to improve on their handling of medical device safety issues.
FDA upset with contact lens maker over reporting	November 2006
Bausch & Lomb neglected to report over three dozen foreign cases of Fusarium keratitis.
Wal-Mart footstools recalled due to collapse hazard	October 2006
Seven reports of injuries, including a broken toe, a slight concussion, and whiplash.
Recalled Sony battery emits sparks	October 2006
Microscopic metal particles were left inside the battery, which can cause laptops to short circuit.
Safety of stents up for debate	October 2006
FDA to decide if new safety guidelines should be implemented.
Baby Cookie Monster toy recalled	October 2006
Cookie Monster toy sold exclusively at Wal-Mart stores is recalled.
Black & Decker recalls blowers due to fires	October 2006
Black & Decker recalls 272,000 blowers.
LEGO recalls toy trucks	October 2006
LEGO recalls 358,000 toy trucks.
Infant formula recalled	September 2006
300,000 Similac formulas recalled.
Tool Bench Toys Recalled after Two Children Die	September 2006
Two toddlers deaths caused by plastic screws sold Playskool toy tool bench.
Drug-coated cardiac stents have risks	September 2006
An increased risk of blodd clotsa found with drug-coated stents.
Olympus expands camera recall	September 2006
An additional 24,000 cameras added to the March recall.
Scooters sold at Target recalled	August 2006
CPSC recalls 185,000 scooters after receiving injury reports.
Apple joins laptop battery recall	August 2006
Recall of 1.8 million batteries due to fire hazard.
Link between ReNu lens solution and eye infections confirmed	August 2006
Fungus found in MoistureLoc lens solution.
Dell announces major battery recall	August 2006
Dell recalls 4.1 million notebook computers.
ReNu MoistureLoc Recall Alert	August 2006
ReNu MoistureLoc Linked to Serious Eye Infection, Blindness.
External defibrillators have high recall rates	August 2006
Many owners are unaware the their external defibrillators have been recalled.
Troy-Bilt string trimmers recalled	August 2006
Weed trimmers sold at Lowe's nationwide recalled.
Finger injury spur IKEA furniture recall	August 2006
IKEA recalls 100,000 sofa and chair beds.
Ryobi radial saws recalled	July 2006
Saws recalled after reports of finger lacerations.
Contact lens solution associated with risks for years	July 2006
Multipurpose contact lens cleaner posed risks for years.
Toyota recalls Tundras	July 2006
Toyota recalls 160,000 Tundras in compliance with a federal safety regulation.
Worldwide recall of monitors/defibrillators	July 2006
MRL,Inc. recalls 1,184 external monitor/defibrillators.
Two recent deaths blamed on new water sport, tube kiting	July 2006
Consumers warned about the potential dangers associated with this new water sport.
Choking hazard prompts baby toy recall	July 2006
About 92,300 of the toy vehicles were recalled because the plastic wheels can detach.
More defective pacemakers and defibrillators recalled	June 2006
22,600 cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators due to five reports of malfunctions in patients, including two whom lost consciousness.
Bicycles recalled due to fall hazard	June 2006
Stems can crack allowing the handlebar to break off the bicycle.
Guidant failed to mail defect alerts	June 2006
Letter drafted in January 2005 was never sent to doctors.
Baby pacifiers recalled	June 2006
Nipple can easily detach from guard, posing serious choking hazard.
FDA holds Bausch & Lomb responsible for increase in rare eye infections	May 2006
Bausch & Lomb did not follow proper procedures to prevent eye infections, according to the FDA.
Renu with MoistureLoc recalled worldwide	May 2006
After conducting an internal investigation, Bausch & Lomb pulls ReNu with MoistureLoc off the market worldwide.
Swing set recall alert	May 2006
Defective bolt can cause frame to detach from fort posing fall hazard.
Severe eye infections continue to grow	May 2006
Eye infections now linked to two Bausch & Lomb contact lens cleaners.
Weighing your defibrillator risks	October 2005
People weigh the risk of replacement surgery against the risk of malfunctions.
More deaths linked to Guidant devices	December 2005
FDA receives three new Guidant death reports.
Defibrillator defects rising	September 2005
A new study proves a steady rise in malfunctions has gone largely unnoticed by government regulators
Guidant Sales Tactics	September 2005
Guidant is making news for a medical research program critics say was used to disguise a marketing promotion to spike sales.
Guidant settles death suit	November 2005
First civil suit of death due to faulty defibrillator settled.
Federal prosecutors subpoena Guidant records	January 2006
Documents that show Guidant knew of defects have been subpoenaed.
Guidant cites wires as source of defects	November 2005
Report finds that the ?lead? wire fails 10 to 100 times more than the device itself.
Reebok recalls deadly free gift	March 2006
Reebok and CPSC recall free gift linked in a child's death.
Disney DVD batteries recalled, cause burns	April 2006
Battery packs included with the Disney DVD players overheat and combust causing a burn hazard.
Harley-Davidson recalls Dyna motorcycles	December 2005
Harley-Davidson recalls 13,400 motorcycles in the 2006 Dyna series.
Chain Saws Recalled	January 2006
A connection in the tool could loosen, causing a spark that may ignite a fire.
Heart device makers slapped with subpoenas	October 2005
Three heart device manufacturers investigated about payments made to doctors.
Stuffed toy cars recalled	March 2006
Around 3,500 toy cars recalled for choking hazard.
FDA issues respiratory device recall	January 2006
FDA recalls 5,000 respiratory devices contaminated with bacteria.
FDA requests saline solution recall	February 2006
FDA requests Cytosol Laboratories to recall saline solution.
Expiration dates not just for food	June 2005
Dig deeper than your fridge when looking for expired products.
Target bicycle helmets recalled	September 2006
494,000 recalled bike helmets do not meet safety requirements.
FDA develops heart device panel	April 2006
FDA to appoint outside medical experts.
Idea Nuova children's chairs recalled	August 2005
Children’s fingers can get wedged in the hinge and slot areas resulting in cuts and finger tip amputations.
FDA increases safety oversight for medical devices	January 2006
FDA plans to revise their safety guidelines for medical devices.
Teethers recalled by the FDA	February 2006
FDA recalls over 352,000 teething rings contaminated with bacteria.
Thermometers recalled	November 2005
Omron Healthcare voluntarily recalles instant thermometers.
Gas fireplaces recalled	August 2005
Burner tubes connecting to the gas valve can leak resulting in fire.
Stanley thermos bottles recalled	September 2005
Handles can break off, causing injury and property damage.
Ford recalls 220,000 vehicles	November 2005
2005 Ford vehicles recalled because of defects and fire hazards.
3.8 Million Ford Pickups, SUVs Recalled	September 2005
A leak-prone cruise control system could cause fires in vehicles.
Toy inside candy egg poses choking hazard	April 2006
Consumer reminder that toy found in candy is dangerous for young children.
Cruise Control	June 2005
The faulty cruise-control switch found on 6 million additional Ford vehicles.
Surgical device can lead to unexpected problems	March 2006
Laparoscopic surgery can lead to serious injuries that can be prevented with the right devices.
FDA recalls risky infant formula	February 2006
Gentlease infant formula contains small metal particles.
Gas grills recalled	November 2005
Brinkmann Corp. recalls 130,00 grills after discovering a potential gas leak.
ACCU-CHEK (tm) ultraflex infusion sets recalled	April 2006
ACCU-CHEK(tm) Ultraflex infusion sets voluntarily recalled for defective tubing.
Warning about glucose meters	October 2005
FDA warns that Abbott blood glucose meters could give wrong reading.
Guidant may get safety committee	March 2006
Guidant gets a recommendation for a permanent safety committee.
Bausch & Lomb face contact lens solution lawsuit	April 2006
Victims suffered dangerous eye infections prompting voluntary removal from stores.
Doctors issued more Guidant data	November 2005
Manufacturer changing reporting policy after defective heart devices linked to four deaths.
Little Tikes recalls flashlights	March 2006
Little Tikes recalls over 20,000 flashlights sold at Target stores nationwide.
FDA restricts Guidant	December 2005
FDA puts restrictions on Guidant based on manufacturing procedures.
GM, Ford and Hyundai recall vehicles	August 2005
Over 850,000 vehicles in the United States affected by recall.
Toyota recalls nearly 1 million SUVs, pickups	September 2005
A rod linking the steering wheel and the wheels could be defective.
Guidant investigated for criminal activity	October 2005
FDA's Criminal Investigation Department is investigating Guidant's procedures for reporting product failures.
Toy cars and trucks recalled	November 2005
International Playthings Inc. recalled 7,900 toy vehicles.
Guidant was aware of risks	December 2006
Company documents reveal Guidant knew about the risks associated with their heart devices.
FDA issues baby food recall	March 2006
Pieces of glass found in jars of peas, carrots and applesauce.
Mazda recalls 2,000 vehicles	October 2005
Heat buildup in the exhaust system may start fires.
Bausch & Lomb notified in fall of infections	April 2006
Earliest known reports of infection came in November 2005.
Faulty medication-infusion pumps recalled after deaths	July 2005
Malfunctions of Baxter medication-infusion pumps linked to three fatalities.
Contact solution may cause eye infections	April 2006
A rare and severe eye infection may be caused by Bausch & Lomb's solution.
Gas grills recalled	February 2006
1,800 portable gas grills recalled by the U.S. CPSC.
Guidant consultant urged disclosure of device defects	March 2006
Court documents prove company was advised to report potential defibrillator flaws to doctors.
Tyco Healthcare in trouble with FDA	October 2005
FDA accuses Tyco Healthcare of several violations.
FDA announces Class 1 Recall for Baxter Instrument	December 2005
Hemodialysis instrument caused one death and at least one serious injury.
Michelin recalls tires	January 2006
Michelin recalls 6,500 tires because quality standards weren't up to par.
FDA seizes Baxter drug pumps	October 2005
FDA seizes 6,850 drug-infusion pumps from Baxter International Inc.
Mini-trampolines recalled	April 2006
CPSC recalls 668,000 mini-trampolines due to faulty assembly instructions.
FDA sets guidelines for bed safety	March 2006
FDA sets hospital bed safety guidelines in hopes of preventing injuries and deaths.
Faulty minivans investigated	November 2005
Government is investigating front air-bag crash sensor failures.
Exercise benches recalled	April 2006
Hoist recalls 48,000 exercise benches after two reports of injury.
Minivan headrests don't protect enough	September 2005
Seven minivan models do little to protect against neck injuries in rear-end crashes.
Boston Scientific recalls blood clot filters	December 2005
18,000 Stainless Steel Greenfield Vena Cava Filters recalled by Boston Scientific Corp.
Brookstone bed rests recalled	April 2006
CPSC recalls 35,500 Brookstone massaging bed rests.
FDA recalls contaminated mouthwash	September 2005
Bacteria prompts mouthwash recall.
New Guidant pacemaker failures revealed	September 2005
Two new types of failures with its Insignia and Nexus pacemakers.
Child safety seat recall	September 2005
More than 6,000 Combi USA convertible car seats recalled because of a potentially serious flaw.
Boston Scientific recalls catheters	December 2005
Boston Scientific recalls 40,000 balloon catheters.
5,000 chain saws recalled	October 2005
5,000 Chain Saws Recalled
Paintball kit recalled after users injured	February 2006
Defective cartridges caused at least 73 incidents and seven injuries.
Pottery Barn recalls crib	September 2006
Pottery Barn Recalls Crib
Children's bicycles recalled	January 2006
Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) recalls 2,800 bicycles due to defects.
Rival crock-pot recall	August 2005
The Holmes Group recalled 2.6 million of their Rival slow cookers after reports that the handles can break.

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