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Defective Products News & Product Recalls

November 2009
At least 12 babies' fingers amputated.
September 2009
Devices meant to save lives may endanger them.
September 2009
Some say all ingredients should be on labels.
September 2009
May malfunction and fail to deliver shock.
September 2009
Death or serious injury a probable risk.
September 2009
Fall hazard from Baby Jogger City Mini Strollers.
August 2009
Reports of burns and property damage received.
August 2009
Devices pose a burn hazard, fires reported.
August 2009
Infant deaths prompt new alert.
August 2009
1.6 million toys pose choking hazard.
July 2009
May not be able to detect fires.
July 2009
Medtronic recalls diabetes product.
June 2009
Over 170 incident reports received.
June 2009
Panel wants guidelines for patient safety.
May 2009
Pose suffocation hazard to infants.
May 2009
Defective tests may hinder heart attack diagnosis.
April 2009
Faulty units pose burn and shock hazard to users.
March 2009
800,000 toys were distributed by the insurance company.
March 2009
Recall issued in 2007 but products still used.
March 2009
Units pose fire hazard, 16 reports of damage.
March 2009
Injuries reported, some needed stiches and staples.
February 2009
Injuries reported, including broken collar bone.
February 2009
Toy parts can detach and pose safety risk to kids.
January 2009
Ten incidents reported of rattle parts detaching.
January 2009
Products pose a safety hazard to children.
January 2009
Cribs pose a safety risk to babies.
December 2008
Recalls of cribs, furniture, and toys.
December 2008
Almost 95,000 defective chairs affected.
December 2008
Nearly 44,000 seats affected.
December 2008
Product may malfunction, posing safety risks.
December 2008
Avoiding BPA, lead, phthalates, and more.
November 2008
Clothing poses a choking hazard to babies.
November 2008
Consumers say they suffered painful, itchy rashes.
October 2008
Thoratec devices linked to five deaths.
October 2008
Missing safety pegs pose entrapment and suffocation hazard.
October 2008
Chemical may lead to diabetes, heart disease.
October 2008
Products sold at Limited Too, Justice, and more.
October 2008
Over 40 children injured by recalled toys.
October 2008
Group says they pose injury risk to children.
September 2008
Ingredients linked to cancer in lab studies.
September 2008
600,000 may pose safety risk for infants.
September 2008
Product linked to kidney stones in Chinese infants.
September 2008
Thousands pose safety risk to consumers.
September 2008
Compounds may lead to serious health problems.
September 2008
Products involved in two infant deaths.
August 2008
Most consumers continue product use.
August 2008
Explosive product sold in Pennsylvania.
August 2008
Over two dozen local doctors in question.
August 2008
Clothing presents strangulation hazard.
August 2008
Bans lead and phthalates in children's products.
July 2008
Chemicals can present health risk to consumers.
July 2008
Injuries and product malfunctions reported.
July 2008
Over 360,000 pose safety risk to consumers.
June 2008
Agency threatens to sue manufacturers.
June 2008
Over 300,000 of the defective cribs recalled.
June 2008
Phthalates pose a variety of heatlh hazards.
June 2008
Defective products pose safety risk to consumers.
June 2008
Incidents of choking and fire reported.
May 2008
Claims manufacturer knew of health risks.
May 2008
Toy wands and sleeping bags dangerous for children.
May 2008
Dangerous products pose safety risk to consumers.
May 2008
Dangerous Playworld defect.
May 2008
Devices linked to injury and death.
May 2008
Bins pose lead paint health risk.
April 2008
Bisphenol A in baby bottles and more.
April 2008
Hormone problems from bisphenol A.
March 2008
QVC product poses safety risk.
March 2008
Toxin found in holiday toys.
March 2008
FDA plans to improve process.
March 2008
2.4 million toys recalled.
March 2008
Over 480,000 pose safety hazard.
March 2008
Seats separate from base.
February 2008
66,400 emergency room visits in 2006.
February 2008
250,000 recalled due to magnet risk.
February 2008
Plan by Toys "R" Us & Wal-Mart.
February 2008
Rules make it easier to be safe.
February 2008
One million car seats recalled.
February 2008
Pose fire risk for children.
January 2008
Medical devices may prove fatal.
January 2008
BabyTown brand pacifiers pose danger.
January 2008
Jan Marini removes controversial item.
December 2007
Product may ignite and cause fires.
December 2007
Toymakers require an extra month.
December 2007
17 percent may contain lead.
December 2007
Microwave oven combos can overheat.
November 2007
Hazards go beyond lead and magnets.
November 2007
Faulty models may delay data or fail.
November 2007
Toys not to buy this holiday season.
November 2007
Lead levels above government limit.
November 2007
Toy beads contain date-rape drug.
November 2007
Plan calls for more FDA and CPSC power.
November 2007
Nearly 760,000 more toxic toys recalled.
October 2007
Phthalates and bisphenol A may be harmful.
October 2007
Foam chairs can tip over and injure kids.
October 2007
Organic grocery store chain pulls items.
October 2007
Safety hazard from free glow sticks.
October 2007
Lead fractures in Sprint Fidelis models.
October 2007
Lead in L'Oreal, Cover Girl, Dior, & more.
October 2007
Still sold nearly two years after recall.
October 2007
Another iPod risk added to list.
October 2007
Toxic risk from phthalate chemicals.
September 2007
Risk of lead exposure from toys and jewelry.
September 2007
Kolcraft pulls 425,000 from the market.
September 2007
Toy manufacturer admits responsibility.
September 2007
1 million recalled due to bad design.
September 2007
Correction for medical device defect.
August 2007
Recall expands beyond Mattel items.
August 2007
Skil saws may cause serious wounds.
August 2007
Outdoor lounge chairs and window blinds.
August 2007
Magnet toys, windows, and more.
August 2007
Complete MoisturePLUS infections continue.
August 2007
Lead paint and magnets cause toy recall.
July 2007
Medical device may pose serious risk.
July 2007
1M toys recalled after reports of injury.
July 2007
Dangerous heart products in the news.
July 2007
Two varieties contain dangerous lumps.
July 2007
Some contain dangerous lead content.
June 2007
Contaminated items used by state institutions.
June 2007
Stay safe during the July 4th holiday.
June 2007
Cars, trucks, and motorcycles affected.
June 2007
Low-grade models lead to discomfort.
June 2007
The toxin is often found in old items.
June 2007
Gateway recalls 14,000 battery packs.
June 2007
Child safety hazards spur recalls.
June 2007
130,000 units pose risk of overheating.
June 2007
Counterfeit product may contain toxins.
June 2007
Chinese imports pulled by US company.
June 2007
Recall of Chinese-produced toothpaste.
June 2007
Wheeled shoes may cause serious injury.
June 2007
Carriers, cribs, and swings pose risks.
May 2007
MoisturePLUS may lead to blindness.
May 2007
Chinese imports to be inspected by U.S.
May 2007
Study finds high levels of toxins.
May 2007
Liquid rinse aid may leak onto exposed wires.
May 2007
Products sold in vending machines nationally.
May 2007
Popular music players interfere with readings.
May 2007
Defective pack could fail to diagnose danger.
April 2007
Toy magnets, jewelry, sweatshirts and more.
April 2007
Unsanitary manufacturing conditions.
April 2007
Chanukah, Easter, and other retail items.
March 2007
Faulty strap may release on the Infantino SlingRider.
March 2007
High caffeine levels cause sickness.
February 2007
More patches recalled since December 2005.
February 2007
Hasbro Inc. voluntarily recalls 985,000 ovens.
February 2007
Former engineer claims not enough testing was done.
January 2007
To date, there have been six injuries and 11 accidents attributed to the defective vehicles.
January 2007
At least 24 reports of the plastic ring cracking or breaking and the beads becoming detached from the ring.
January 2007
Heaters can overheat and smoke, which could potentially cause a fire.
December 2006
Fixture's plastic trim can soften and melt, causing the trim and lens to fall.
December 2006
Reports of minor shock and melting wires.
November 2006
Target recalls toys for choking, laceration and lead hazards.
November 2006
U.S. recall includes 183,000 untis of Complete MoisturePLUS contact lens solution.
November 2006
Remote-control helicopters recalled for burn hazard.
November 2006
Company recalls about 3,000 toy storage benches.
November 2006
FDA hopes to improve on their handling of medical device safety issues.
November 2006
Bausch & Lomb neglected to report over three dozen foreign cases of Fusarium keratitis.
October 2006
Seven reports of injuries, including a broken toe, a slight concussion, and whiplash.
October 2006
Microscopic metal particles were left inside the battery, which can cause laptops to short circuit.
October 2006
FDA to decide if new safety guidelines should be implemented.
October 2006
Cookie Monster toy sold exclusively at Wal-Mart stores is recalled.
October 2006
Black & Decker recalls 272,000 blowers.
October 2006
LEGO recalls 358,000 toy trucks.
September 2006
300,000 Similac formulas recalled.
September 2006
Two toddlers deaths caused by plastic screws sold Playskool toy tool bench.
September 2006
An increased risk of blodd clotsa found with drug-coated stents.
September 2006
An additional 24,000 cameras added to the March recall.
August 2006
CPSC recalls 185,000 scooters after receiving injury reports.
August 2006
Recall of 1.8 million batteries due to fire hazard.
August 2006
Fungus found in MoistureLoc lens solution.
August 2006
Dell recalls 4.1 million notebook computers.
August 2006
ReNu MoistureLoc Linked to Serious Eye Infection, Blindness.
August 2006
Many owners are unaware the their external defibrillators have been recalled.
August 2006
Weed trimmers sold at Lowe's nationwide recalled.
August 2006
IKEA recalls 100,000 sofa and chair beds.
July 2006
Saws recalled after reports of finger lacerations.
July 2006
Multipurpose contact lens cleaner posed risks for years.
July 2006
Toyota recalls 160,000 Tundras in compliance with a federal safety regulation.
July 2006
MRL,Inc. recalls 1,184 external monitor/defibrillators.
July 2006
Consumers warned about the potential dangers associated with this new water sport.
July 2006
About 92,300 of the toy vehicles were recalled because the plastic wheels can detach.
June 2006
22,600 cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators due to five reports of malfunctions in patients, including two whom lost consciousness.
June 2006
Stems can crack allowing the handlebar to break off the bicycle.
June 2006
Letter drafted in January 2005 was never sent to doctors.
June 2006
Nipple can easily detach from guard, posing serious choking hazard.
May 2006
Bausch & Lomb did not follow proper procedures to prevent eye infections, according to the FDA.
May 2006
After conducting an internal investigation, Bausch & Lomb pulls ReNu with MoistureLoc off the market worldwide.
May 2006
Defective bolt can cause frame to detach from fort posing fall hazard.
May 2006
Eye infections now linked to two Bausch & Lomb contact lens cleaners.
October 2005
People weigh the risk of replacement surgery against the risk of malfunctions.
December 2005
FDA receives three new Guidant death reports.
September 2005
A new study proves a steady rise in malfunctions has gone largely unnoticed by government regulators
September 2005
Guidant is making news for a medical research program critics say was used to disguise a marketing promotion to spike sales.
November 2005
First civil suit of death due to faulty defibrillator settled.
January 2006
Documents that show Guidant knew of defects have been subpoenaed.
November 2005
Report finds that the ?lead? wire fails 10 to 100 times more than the device itself.
March 2006
Reebok and CPSC recall free gift linked in a child's death.
April 2006
Battery packs included with the Disney DVD players overheat and combust causing a burn hazard.
December 2005
Harley-Davidson recalls 13,400 motorcycles in the 2006 Dyna series.
January 2006
A connection in the tool could loosen, causing a spark that may ignite a fire.
October 2005
Three heart device manufacturers investigated about payments made to doctors.
March 2006
Around 3,500 toy cars recalled for choking hazard.
January 2006
FDA recalls 5,000 respiratory devices contaminated with bacteria.
February 2006
FDA requests Cytosol Laboratories to recall saline solution.
June 2005
Dig deeper than your fridge when looking for expired products.
September 2006
494,000 recalled bike helmets do not meet safety requirements.
April 2006
FDA to appoint outside medical experts.
August 2005
Children’s fingers can get wedged in the hinge and slot areas resulting in cuts and finger tip amputations.
January 2006
FDA plans to revise their safety guidelines for medical devices.
February 2006
FDA recalls over 352,000 teething rings contaminated with bacteria.
November 2005
Omron Healthcare voluntarily recalles instant thermometers.
August 2005
Burner tubes connecting to the gas valve can leak resulting in fire.
September 2005
Handles can break off, causing injury and property damage.
November 2005
2005 Ford vehicles recalled because of defects and fire hazards.
September 2005
A leak-prone cruise control system could cause fires in vehicles.
April 2006
Consumer reminder that toy found in candy is dangerous for young children.
June 2005
The faulty cruise-control switch found on 6 million additional Ford vehicles.
March 2006
Laparoscopic surgery can lead to serious injuries that can be prevented with the right devices.
February 2006
Gentlease infant formula contains small metal particles.
November 2005
Brinkmann Corp. recalls 130,00 grills after discovering a potential gas leak.
April 2006
ACCU-CHEK(tm) Ultraflex infusion sets voluntarily recalled for defective tubing.
October 2005
FDA warns that Abbott blood glucose meters could give wrong reading.
March 2006
Guidant gets a recommendation for a permanent safety committee.
April 2006
Victims suffered dangerous eye infections prompting voluntary removal from stores.
November 2005
Manufacturer changing reporting policy after defective heart devices linked to four deaths.
March 2006
Little Tikes recalls over 20,000 flashlights sold at Target stores nationwide.
December 2005
FDA puts restrictions on Guidant based on manufacturing procedures.
August 2005
Over 850,000 vehicles in the United States affected by recall.
September 2005
A rod linking the steering wheel and the wheels could be defective.
October 2005
FDA's Criminal Investigation Department is investigating Guidant's procedures for reporting product failures.
November 2005
International Playthings Inc. recalled 7,900 toy vehicles.
December 2006
Company documents reveal Guidant knew about the risks associated with their heart devices.
March 2006
Pieces of glass found in jars of peas, carrots and applesauce.
October 2005
Heat buildup in the exhaust system may start fires.
April 2006
Earliest known reports of infection came in November 2005.
July 2005
Malfunctions of Baxter medication-infusion pumps linked to three fatalities.
April 2006
A rare and severe eye infection may be caused by Bausch & Lomb's solution.
February 2006
1,800 portable gas grills recalled by the U.S. CPSC.
March 2006
Court documents prove company was advised to report potential defibrillator flaws to doctors.
October 2005
FDA accuses Tyco Healthcare of several violations.
December 2005
Hemodialysis instrument caused one death and at least one serious injury.
January 2006
Michelin recalls 6,500 tires because quality standards weren't up to par.
October 2005
FDA seizes 6,850 drug-infusion pumps from Baxter International Inc.
April 2006
CPSC recalls 668,000 mini-trampolines due to faulty assembly instructions.
March 2006
FDA sets hospital bed safety guidelines in hopes of preventing injuries and deaths.
November 2005
Government is investigating front air-bag crash sensor failures.
April 2006
Hoist recalls 48,000 exercise benches after two reports of injury.
September 2005
Seven minivan models do little to protect against neck injuries in rear-end crashes.
December 2005
18,000 Stainless Steel Greenfield Vena Cava Filters recalled by Boston Scientific Corp.
April 2006
CPSC recalls 35,500 Brookstone massaging bed rests.
September 2005
Bacteria prompts mouthwash recall.
September 2005
Two new types of failures with its Insignia and Nexus pacemakers.
September 2005
More than 6,000 Combi USA convertible car seats recalled because of a potentially serious flaw.
December 2005
Boston Scientific recalls 40,000 balloon catheters.
October 2005
5,000 Chain Saws Recalled
February 2006
Defective cartridges caused at least 73 incidents and seven injuries.
September 2006
Pottery Barn Recalls Crib
January 2006
Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) recalls 2,800 bicycles due to defects.
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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