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  • At least 6 infants stricken in salmonella outbreak linked to dog and cat food

    At least 6 infants stricken in salmonella outbreak linked to dog and cat food

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    Dog food recall

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    A Texas pet food manufacturer is greatly expanding a recall to include dozens of different types of dry dog and cat food potentially contaminated with salmonella, with at least seven people — six of them infants — sickened.

    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating the outbreak, the agencies said on Thursday.

    Mid America Pet Food is now recalling all brands of the pet food the company makes, including 35 different products with best by dates before October 31, 2024, and produced at its plant in Mount Pleasant, Texas, the company said in a news release.

    The recalled brands include Victor super Premium Dog Foods, Wayne Feeds Dog Food, Eagle Mountain Pet Food and some Member’s Mark varieties distributed to retailers nationwide.

    Recalled pet food produced by Mid America Pet Food, Mount Pleasant, Texas.

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    The move furthers two prior recalls, the first coming in early September and involving one lot of Victor brand Hi-Pro Plus dog food and the second 10 days ago and involving three lots of Victor super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula. 

    The initial recalls came after random sampling found salmonella, which can sicken pets as well as people who come in contact with it. 

    The latest recall noted that seven people had reported salmonella infections as of November 1, 2023, Mid America Pet Food said in a notice posted by the FDA. (See a list of the recalled products here.)

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    Recalled pet food.

    U.S. Food and Drug Administration


    When two or more people get the same illness from the same contaminated food or drink, it is viewed as an outbreak, according to the CDC.

    Seven illnesses, including one hospitalization, tied to a specific lot of Victor brand Hi-Pro Plus dry dog have been reported in seven states: Alabama, California, Florida, Hawaii, Kentucky, Minnesota and Oklahoma, the CDC said. People began getting sick in mid-January and illnesses continued into August, according to the agency, which said the actual number of individuals sickened in the outbreak is likely much higher than reported. 

    “People likely got sick by touching this dog food, touching things like dog bowls that contained this dog food, or touching the poop or saliva of dogs that were fed this dog food,” the CDC stated, noting that most of those who fell ill were infants.

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    Recalled pet food.

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    Salmonella bacteria causes an estimated 1.3 million infections in Americans every year, resulting in an average of more than 26,000 hospitalizations and 420 deaths, CDC data shows.

    Pets infected with salmonella may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some may lose their appetite and have abdominal pain. Humans can suffer from similar symptoms and in some cases experience more serious symptoms, according to the FDA.

    People should destroy the recalled pet food in a way that children, pets and wildlife can’t reach it, as well as wash pet bowls and storage containers, the agency advised.

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    Pet food recalled due to potential salmonella contamination.

    Food and Drug Administration


    Customers can contact Mid America Pet Food for additional information at info@mapf.com or at (888) 428-7544 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central time.

    The recall is among more than half a dozen this year of pet food found to contain salmonella or potentially harmful elevated levels of vitamins.

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  • Tyson recalls nearly 30,000 pounds of chicken nuggets

    Tyson recalls nearly 30,000 pounds of chicken nuggets

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    Tyson recalls nearly 30,000 pounds of chicken nuggets – CBS News


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    Tyson Foods is recalling nearly 30,000 pounds of dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets after multiple people found small pieces of metal inside.

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  • Tyson recalls nearly 30,000 pounds of dino chicken nuggets

    Tyson recalls nearly 30,000 pounds of dino chicken nuggets

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    Tyson recalls chicken nuggets due to metal pieces


    Tyson recalls nearly 30,000 chicken nuggets due to metal pieces found in meat

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    Nearly 30,000 pounds of dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets are being recalled because they may be contaminated with metal pieces, the United States Department of Agriculture said Saturday. 

    The recall is for Tyson Foods’ 29-ounce plastic bag packages containing frozen, “fully cooked fun nuggets breaded shaped chicken patties” with a “best by” date of Sept. 4, 2024, officials said. The product was sent to distributors in Alabama, California, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia and Wisconsin.

    One minor oral injury has been reported in connection with the chicken nuggets, according to the USDA. 

    The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service noted it was concerned that some customers may still have the dino nuggets in their freezers. 

    The nuggets, which were made on Sept. 5, are in lot numbers 2483BRV0207, 2483BRV0208, 2483BRV0209 and 2483BRV0210.

    Recalled Tyson chicken nuggets
    Tyson Foods chicken nuggets were recalled on Nov. 4, 2023. 

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    In its recall alert, Tyson Foods described the metal pieces as small and pliable. The company said the recall was issued out of an abundance of caution. 

    The USDA said people who have bags of the nuggets should throw them out or return them to the place where they bought them. Tyson added that consumers who have purchased the affected item should cut the UPC and date code from the packaging, discard the product and call or text 1-855-382-3101. 

    Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story said incorrectly that the “best by” date involved was Sept. 2, 2024, rather than Sept. 4, 2024. We apologize for the error.

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    Aliza Chasan is a digital producer at 60 Minutes and CBS News.

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  • FDA warns consumers against using 26 eye drop products because of infection risk

    FDA warns consumers against using 26 eye drop products because of infection risk

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    Federal regulators are warning consumers to stop using a number of over-the-counter eye drops that may pose an infection risk, marking the latest of several alerts this year against artificial tears.

    The notice applies to 26 eye drop products marketed under several store brands, such as CVS Health, Rite Aid and Target Up & Up, in addition to the Leader, Rugby and Velocity Pharma brands, the Food and Drug Administration said Friday. The eye drops may contain bacteria that could cause eye infections, potentially blinding them, the agency said. 

    The FDA said it has not received any reports of infections from consumers who have used the suspect products. However, the agency is recommending that manufacturers pull all potentially contaminated products from store shelves. 

    According to the FDA, federal investigators found harmful bacteria and “insanitary conditions” at a manufacturing facility where several eye drop products are produced. 

    The agency urged consumers who have purchased the potentially contaminated eye drops to discard them. The FDA said that consumers who think they have suffered an adverse reaction to the lubricants should report their concerns to the agency’s MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program. 


    Doctors issue warning over infections caused by contaminated eye drops

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    The alert follows a series of eye drop recalls the FDA issued earlier this year after federal health investigators found evidence that several products were contaminated with a dangerous drug-resistant bacteria known as Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Eye drops tainted with the bacteria are linked to the death of at least four people, with dozens more affected across 18 states, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data shows. 

    The FDA’s latest warning applies to the following eye drop products sold throughout the U.S. 

    Retailer/ Label

    Product

    Product Information

    CVS Health

    Lubricant Eye Drops 15 ml (single pack)

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 0.5% w/v

    Lubricant Eye Drops 15 ml (twin pack)

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 0.5% w/v

    Lubricant Gel Drops 15 ml (single pack) 

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 1% w/v

    Lubricant Gel Drops 15 ml (twin pack)

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 1% w/v

    Multi-Action Relief Drops 15 ml

    Polyvinyl Alcohol 0.5% w/v & Povidone 0.6% w/v & Tetrahydrozoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Eye Drops

    Lubricating Gel drops 10 ml

    Polyethylene Glycol 400 0.4% & Propylene Glycol 0.3% Eye Drops

    Lubricant Eye Drops 10 ml (single pack)

    Propylene Glycol Eye Drops 0.6% w/v

    Lubricant Eye Drops 10 ml (twin pack)

    Propylene Glycol Eye Drops 0.6% w/v

    Mild Moderate Lubricating Eye Drops 15 ml (single pack) 

    Polyethylene Glycol 400 Eye Drop ‘0.25% w/v

    Rugby (Cardinal Health)

    Lubricating Tears Eye Drops 15 ml    

    Hypromellose 2910-0.3% w/v & Dextran 70- 0.1% Eye Drops

    Polyvinyl Alcohol 1.4% Lubricating Eye Drops 15 ml

    Polyvinyl Alcohol Eye Drops 1.4% w/v

    Leader (Cardinal Health)

    Dry Eye Relief 10 ml

    Polyethylene Glycol 400 0.4% & Propylene Glycol 0.3% Eye Drops

    Lubricant Eye Drops 15 ml (single pack)

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 0.5% w/v

    Lubricant Eye Drops 15 ml (twin pack)

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 0.5% w/v

    Dry Eye Relief 15 ml

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 1% w/v

    Eye Irritation Relief 15 ml

    Polyvinyl Alcohol 0.5% w/v & Povidone 0.6% w/v & Tetrahydrozoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Eye Drops

    Rite Aid

    Lubricant Eye Drops 15 ml (twin pack)

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 0.5% w/v

    Lubricant Eye Drops 10 ml (twin pack)

    Propylene Glycol Eye Drops 0.6% w/v

    Gentle Lubricant Gel Eye Drops 15 ml

    Hypromellose 0.3%, Glycerin 0.2%, Dextran 70 0.1% Eye Drops

    Lubricant Gel Drops 15 ml

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 1% w/v

    Lubricating Gel Drops 10 ml

    Polyethylene Glycol 400 0.4% & Propylene Glycol 0.3% Eye Drops

    Multi-Action Relief Drops 15 ml

    Polyvinyl Alcohol 0.5% w/v & Povidone 0.6% w/v & Tetrahydrozoline Hydrochloride 0.05% Eye Drops

    Target

    Up&Up Dry Eye Relief Lubricant Eye Drops 30 ml

    Polyethylene Glycol 400 0.4% & Propylene Glycol 0.3% Eye Drops

    Up&Up Extreme Relief Dry Eye 15 ml (single pack)

    Polyethylene Glycol 400 0.4% & Propylene Glycol 0.3% Eye Drops

    Up&Up Extreme Relief Dry Eye 30 ml (twin pack)

    Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium Eye Drops 0.5% w/v

    Velocity Pharma LLC

    Lubricant Eye Drop 10 ml (triple pack)

    Propylene Glycol Eye Drops 0.6% w/v

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  • Nearly 1 million pressure cookers recalled due to burn risks

    Nearly 1 million pressure cookers recalled due to burn risks

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    About 930,000 pressure cookers sold under the Insignia brand have been recalled by Best Buy after at least 17 people reported suffering burns while using the cookers.

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  • Toyota recalls 751,000 Highlanders for potentially loose front bumpers

    Toyota recalls 751,000 Highlanders for potentially loose front bumpers

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    Toyota is recalling about 751,000 large SUVs in the U.S. to fix a problem with the tabs that secure the vehicles’ front lower bumper covers, the company said in a statement on Thursday.

    The recall covers certain Toyota Highlanders, including gas-electric hybrids, from the 2020 through 2023 model years.

    The company said that the SUVs have resin front lower bumper covers that are secured with mounting tabs. If there’s even a minor impact to the lower bumper cover assembly, the mounting tabs could detach, and parts of the assembly could fall into the road and become a hazard to drivers, the company said.

    Dealers will inspect the bumper cover tabs for damage. If no damage is detected, dealers will install improved hardware to better secure the covers. If damage is found, dealers will replace the upper or lower bumper covers before adding the improved hardware.

    Toyota says it will notify owners affected by the issue by late December. Owners can check for themselves if their Highlander is affected by going to nhtsa.gov/recalls and entering their vehicle identification or license plate numbers, the company said.

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  • Best Buy recalls almost 1 million pressure cookers after spewed contents burn 17 people

    Best Buy recalls almost 1 million pressure cookers after spewed contents burn 17 people

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    Certain Secura air fryers are recalled due to fire and burn hazards


    Certain Secura air fryers are recalled due to fire and burn hazards

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    Best Buy is recalling 930,000 pressure cookers sold nationwide due to a defect that can cause hot food and liquid to spew from the devices, potentially burning those nearby, the retailer said Thursday in a notice posted by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

    The retailer said it has received 31 reports of the cooker’s contents being expelled under pressure, with 17 people suffering burn injuries, some second-degree and severe.

    The Insignia electric pressure cookers have incorrect volume markings on their inner pots, which can cause overfilled contents to eject when pressurized, according to the Richfield, Minnesota-based company. 

    Made in China, the recalled cookers were sold at Best Buy stores and online, including at Amazon, from October 2017 through June 2023 for between $50 and $120. 

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    U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission


    The recall involves Insignia Multi-Function Pressure Cookers with model numbers NS-MC60SS8, NS-MC60SS9 or MC80SS9, and inner cooker pots with model numbers NS-MCRP6NS9 and NS-MCRP6SS, sold separately as replacements.

    Those who purchased the recalled cookers should stop using them and contact Best Buy for a replacement of the inner pot and floating valve for signaling pressure.

    Best Buy can be reached at 888-359‐4485 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at https://www.recallrtr.com/pc or www.bestbuy.com.

    The recall is the second involving pressure cookers in as many months, with Sensio in August recalling 860,000 pressure cookers after more than 60 people reportedly were burned by ejected contents.

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  • Dozens sickened across 22 states in salmonella outbreak linked to bagged, precut onions

    Dozens sickened across 22 states in salmonella outbreak linked to bagged, precut onions

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    An outbreak of salmonella poisoning linked to bagged, precut onions has sickened at least 73 people in 22 states, including 15 who were hospitalized, U.S. health officials said Tuesday.

    Gills Onions of Oxnard, California, has recalled packages of diced yellow onions, red onions, onions and celery and a mix of onions, celery and carrots, known as mirepoix, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said. The products recalled had use-by dates in August 2023. 

    They are no longer for sale in stores, but consumers may have them — or foods made with them — in freezers. Consumers should not eat, sell or serve the onions for foods made with them, health officials said.

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    Gills Onions of Oxnard, California, has recalled packages of diced yellow onions, red onions, onions and celery and a mix of onions, celery and carrots, known as mirepoix.

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    The diced onion products were sold to food service providers and other institutions in the U.S. and Canada, and at retailers in Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Retail sites included Stater Bros., Bashas’ markets, Smart & Final  and Chef’s stores.

    Salmonella poisoning can cause serious illness, especially in children younger than 5, elderly people and those with weakened immune systems. Symptoms of infection usually occur within 12 hours to three days after eating contaminated food and include diarrhea, fever and abdominal cramps.

    Officials with the FDA and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are investigating the outbreak to determine the source and whether additional products are tied to illnesses. 

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  • Rolling candy sold nationwide recalled after death of 7-year-old

    Rolling candy sold nationwide recalled after death of 7-year-old

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    Two candy makers are recalling treats sold nationwide because they contain rolling balls that can detach into a child’s mouth, posing a choking hazard, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday.

    The federal agency’s warning comes six months after a seven-year-old girl choked and died in New York after a Cocco Candy Rolling Candy ball dislodged and became trapped in her throat.

    Cocco Candy of Turkey and Passaic, New Jersey-based KGR Distribution are recalling about 145,800 Cocco Candy Rolling Candy sold in stores nationwide and online from May 2022 through March 2023 for about $2.50, according to the recall notice. 

    Recalled rolling candy.

    U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission


    Parents and other caretakers are being urged to take the candy away from kids and contact the company for a refund. The recalled Cocco candy contains two fluid ounces in flavors including sour strawberry, sour tutti frutti and sour cola. 

    KGR can be reached at 888-802-8823 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern or online at www.kgrcandies.com. 

    A separate recall involves a similar product with the same potential danger, CPSC said. 

    Carmel, Indiana-based Candy Dynamics is recalling 70 million Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candy sold at Walmart, Five Below and other retailers and online from June 2015 through July 2023, it said in a statement posted by the federal agency.

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    Recalled Slime Licker Sour Rolling Liquid Candies.

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    Candy Dynamics received two reports of the rolling applicator ball detaching from the container. No injuries were reported.

    Made in Spain and Colombia, the two-ounce and three-ounce recalled candy was sold in blue, red, green and pink packaging with “toxic waste” and “mega toxic waste” printed on the label.

    Consumers can contact Candy Dynamics for a full refund of products that aren’t empty of the liquid candy.

    The company can be reached at 877-546-0483 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern or online at www.CandyDynamics.com.

    The two candy brands are among 15 products recalled this year after being deemed choking hazards for children. That includes the September recall of a water beads activity kit after the death of a 10-month-old child in Wisconsin, who swallowed one of the beads, which grow in size when ingested.

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  • Feds expand probe into 2021-2022 Ford SUVs after hundreds of complaints of engine failure

    Feds expand probe into 2021-2022 Ford SUVs after hundreds of complaints of engine failure

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    Federal highway safety officials are expanding its investigation into 2021-2022 Ford SUVs to include over 700,000 vehicles. The automaker received hundreds of complaints of vehicles’ engines failing unexpectedly “under normal driving conditions” on models equipped with EcoBoost engines, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

    In a document posted Monday, the NHTSA said that a recall of the 2021 Ford Bronco, 2022 Bronco, 2021-2022 F-150, 2021-2022 Edge, and 2021-2022 Lincoln Nautilus has been expanded to include the Y 2021-2022 Explorer and 2021-2022 Lincoln Aviator — vehicles in the “Nano” engine family, which feature 2.7L and 3.0L EcoBoost engine variants. 

    Without warning, the 708,837 vehicles under investigation “may experience a loss of motive power without restart due to catastrophic engine failure,” the NHTSA document states. No deaths or injuries related to the potentially faulty engines have been reported. 

    The NHSA also said on its website that it upgraded the investigation to an engineering analysis, a step closer to a recall.

    Fractured intake valves

    NHTSA began its probe into Ford SUVs in July 2022, a few months after the regulator received complaint letters from three consumers petitioning for an investigation. In its preliminary evaluation, the NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation found that Ford received 328 complaints, 487 warranty claims and 809 engine exchanges in connection with the 2021-2022 Bronco and other vehicles that featured Ford’s EcoBoost engine.

    The ODI identified “multiple contributing factors” which it said “can lead to the fracturing of the intake valves in the subject engines,” according to NHTSA documents. Fractured intake valves “can result in catastrophic engine failure and a loss of motive power,” the regulator noted, citing acknowledgement from Ford that “following a valve fracture, a vehicle typically requires a full engine replacement.” 

    The defective valves were manufactured out of a specific alloy known as “Silchrome Lite,” which Ford told the ODI can “become excessively hard and brittle” in situations where the engine gets too hot. 

    Unrelated to recalls of Ford SUVs

    The current engine investigation is separate from NHTSA’s ongoing Ford probe into some SUVs unexpectedly rolling away — even while parked, according to the regulator. Ford recalled thousands of 2020-2022 Explorers in June because fractures in the rear axle mounting bolt could lead the drive shaft to disconnect. After repairing the issue, some Explorers engaged their electronic brakes while owners were driving. 

    The Michigan automaker last year also recalled 350,000 SUVs and advised owners to park their vehicles outside because the engines on some 2021 Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators could catch fire.

    All three investigations are hitting Ford as the company tries to hammer out a new labor contract with its unionized factory workers. Thousands of Ford employees in Wayne, Michigan, walked off the job last month as part of a larger United Auto Workers strike. UAW expanded strikes against Detroit automakers Friday, ordering 7,000 more workers to walk off the job at a General Motors plant in Lansing, Michigan, and a Ford plant in Chicago, to put more pressure on the companies to improve their offers.

    The Ford factory in Chicago makes Ford Explorers and Explorer Police Interceptors, as well as the Lincoln Aviator SUV.

    Khristopher J. Brooks

    Khristopher J. Brooks is a reporter for CBS MoneyWatch covering business, consumer and financial stories that range from economic inequality and housing issues to bankruptcies and the business of sports.

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  • Thousands of cantaloupes recalled over possible salmonella contamination

    Thousands of cantaloupes recalled over possible salmonella contamination

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    About 6,500 cases of cantaloupes from Eagle Produce’s Kandy Brand have been recalled across 19 states and Washington, D.C., over concerns they could be contaminated with salmonella.

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  • Major recall issued for rocker bassinets over suffocation hazards

    Major recall issued for rocker bassinets over suffocation hazards

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    Federal regulators have issued an immediate recall of 5in1 rocker bassinets that were imported by Missouri-based Rev Grace Import Inc. over concerns they could cause suffocation and strangulation for infants. The bassinets were sold online through Walmart and other websites, regulators said.

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  • Kia, Hyundai recall 3.3 million vehicles over fire risk

    Kia, Hyundai recall 3.3 million vehicles over fire risk

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    Kia and Hyundai have recalled about 3.3 million vehicles over the possibility they could catch fire due to an antilock brake system issue.

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  • Kia and Hyundai recall 3.3 million cars, tell owners to park outside

    Kia and Hyundai recall 3.3 million cars, tell owners to park outside

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    Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia are recalling 3.3 million used vehicles because they can catch fire while parked or while driving due to issues with the antilock brake system. 

    Hyundai models being recalled include sedans such as the Accent, Azera, Elantra, Genesis Coupe and Sonata along with the Tuscon SUV. Recalled Kia models include its Optima and Soul sedans and Sportage SUV. The affected vehicles are from the model years 2010 to 2019.

    The antilock brake system in the vehicle could leak brake fluid and create an electrical short which could then increase the risk of an engine compartment fire, federal safety officials said. The automakers said an O-ring in the antilock brake motor shaft can lose sealing strength over time due to the presence of moisture, dirt and dissolved metals in the brake fluid, causing leaks. 

    Owners of these car models should park the vehicle outside and away from structures until repairs can be made, according to the recall announcement from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

    Hyundai reported 21 fires in the affected vehicles in the U.S., and another 22 “thermal incidents” including smoke, burning and melting of parts, according to recall documents. Kia reported 10 fires and melting incidents.

    Dealers will replace the antilock brake fuse at no cost to owners. Kia said in documents that it will send notification letters to owners starting Nov. 14. For Hyundai the date is Nov. 21.

    Hyundai said in a statement that owners can continue to drive the vehicles and that no crashes or injuries have been reported. Hyundai owners are advised to take their vehicle to a local dealership and have the brake system’s module fuse replaced. Kia is still working on a fix for its models. 

    “Why not fix the problem”?

    Michael Brooks, executive director of the nonprofit Center for Auto Safety, questioned why the automakers aren’t fixing leak problems and why they are waiting so long to send notify owners. The remedy is replacing one fuse with another, but brake fluid can still leak, potentially causing a safety problem, Brooks said.

    “Why not fix the problem?” he asked. “What you’re not doing here is fixing the O-ring and the leak that’s causing the problem in the first place. You’re combatting a symptom or part of the problem without actually fixing the underlying design issue.”

    Brooks also questioned why NHTSA is allowing the companies to only replace a fuse, and why owners aren’t being sent interim letters immediately warning them of a serious problem. 

    “You would think that you should be notifying those owners right now that they shouldn’t be parking in their garages or their house could catch fire,” he said.

    Which models are being recalled?

    The recalled vehicles are:

    Hyundai

    • 2012-2015 Accent
    • 2012-2015 Azera
    • 2011-2015 Elantra
    • 2013-2015 Elantra Coupe
    • 2014-2015 Equus
    • 2011-2015 Genesis Coupe
    • 2013-2015 Santa Fe
    • 2013 Santa Fe Sport
    • 2011-2015 Sonata HEV
    • 2010-2013 Tucson
    • 2015 Tucson Fuel Cell
    • 2012-2015 Veloster
    • 2010-2012 Veracruz 

    Kia

    • 2014-2016 Cadenza
    • 2011-2013 Forte/Forte Koup
    • 2015-2017 K900
    • 2010-2015 Optima
    • 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid
    • 2011-2017 Rio
    • 2010 Rondo
    • 2011-2014 Sorento
    • 2011-2013 Soul
    • 2010-2013 Sportage

    The antilock brake recall comes one month after the automakers also recalled 92,000 vehicles because an electronic controller in their oil pumps could overheat and cause a fire. That recall covers some 2023 and 2024 Hyundai Palisades, some 2023 Tucson, Sonata, Elantra and Konas as well as Kia’s 2023 Soul, Sportage and Seltos. 

    Rise in thefts

    Kia has also drawn unwanted attention this year over a surge in thefts linked to a TikTok challenge that urged people to hot-wire the vehicles using a screwdriver and a USB cable. The thefts have been linked to at least 14 reported crashes and eight fatalities, according to NHTSA. About 9 million vehicles have been impacted by the rash of thefts, including Hyundai Elantras and Sonatas as well as Kia Fortes and Souls.


    Hyundai and Kia agree to $200 million settlement in class-action lawsuit over vehicle thefts

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    The rise in thefts and accidents prompted attorneys general in 17 states to urge the federal government to recall millions of Kia and Hyundai vehicles. The automakers snubbed pleas for a recall and instead opted to provide free software updates aimed at thwarting thieves. Hyundai and Kia paid $200 million earlier this year to settle a class-action lawsuit from owners who had their vehicles stolen in the nationwide rash of car thefts.

    —The Associated Press contributed to this report.

    Khristopher J. Brooks

    Khristopher J. Brooks is a reporter for CBS MoneyWatch covering business, consumer and financial stories that range from economic inequality and housing issues to bankruptcies and the business of sports.

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  • Thousands of mattresses sold at Costco recalled over mold

    Thousands of mattresses sold at Costco recalled over mold

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    About 48,000 mattresses sold exclusively at Costco have been recalled due to the risk of mold exposure, according to the U.S. Consumer Product and Safety Commission. The mattresses were sold under the Novaform brand.

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  • Shimano recalls 680,000 bicycle cranksets after reports of bone fractures and lacerations

    Shimano recalls 680,000 bicycle cranksets after reports of bone fractures and lacerations

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    Shimano is recalling nearly 700,000 bonded 11-Speed Hollowtech Road cranksets because the parts pose a crash risk to riders.

    The recalled bonded cranksets can “separate and break,” causing consumers to crash, a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission shows. The crankset is the part of the bike that moves the chain as the rider pedals, enabling the bike to move forward, according to the biking website Bike Radar. 

    The Japanese cycling company has received 4,519 complaints of cranksets separating, including six reports of injuries such as bone fractures, joint displacement and lacerations. 

    The recall covers roughly 680,000 cranksets that were sold in the U.S. from January 2012 to August 2023 for between $270 and $1,500, according to the CPSC. The recalled parts were manufactured in Japan prior to July 2019 and sold individually and on bicycles sold by other bike manufacturers including Trek and Specialized, the recall notice shows. 

    The CPSC urges consumers with affected models to immediately stop using the cranksets and contact an authorized Shimano dealer to schedule a free inspection. Consumers whose crank components show signs of bonding separation or delamination during an inspection will receive a free replacement crankset and installation, according to Shimano. 

    Affected Shimano crankset model
    The CPSC urges consumers with affected models to immediately stop using the cranksets and contact an authorized Shimano dealer to schedule a free inspection.

    Shimano.com


    The recall covers the following Shimano 11-Speed Bonded Hollowtech Road cranksets that were manufactured prior to July 2019.

    Affected Shimano crankset model numbers include: ULTEGRA FC-6800, FC-R8000 and DURA-ACE FC-9000, FC-R9100 and FC-R9100-P. The recalled models have printed ‘Ultegra’ or Dura Ace’ logos on the arm. Model numbers can be found on the inside of the crank arm near the backside of the arm where the pedals are attached.

    A two-letter production code located on the back of the crank arm can help consumers identify whether they have an affected model.

    shimano.com


    The affected models also have one of the following two-letter production codes located below the model number printed on the crank arm: KF, KG, KH, KI, KJ, KK, KL, LA, LB, LC, LD, LE, LF, LG, LH, LI, LJ, LK, LL, MA, MB, MC, MD, ME, MF, MG, MH, MI, MJ, MK, ML, NA, NB, NC, ND, NE, NF, NG, NH, NI, NJ, NK, NL, OA, OB, OC, OD, OE, OF, OG, OH, OI, OJ, OK, OL, PA, PB, PC, PD, PE, PF, PG, PH, PI, PJ, PK, PL, QA, QB, QC, QD, QE, QF, QG, QH, QI, QJ, QK, QL, RA, RB, RC, RD, RE, and RF.

    Consumers with questions can call Shimano toll-free at 844-776-0315 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific time, Monday through Friday.

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  • Costco mattresses recalled after hundreds of consumers reported mold growing on them

    Costco mattresses recalled after hundreds of consumers reported mold growing on them

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    About 48,000 mattresses sold at Costco are under recall after hundreds of consumers reported mold growing on them, the Consumer Safety Product Commission said on Thursday. 

    The mattresses, sold only at Costco stores and on Costco.com, were made by FXI and sold under the Novaform brand name between between January and June of this year. The mattresses were sold at Costco stores in the San Francisco Bay region and the Northwest, as well as online on the retailer’s website, with prices ranging from $150 to $750. 

    Foam inside the mattress could have been exposed to water during manufacturing, allowing mold to develop — a potential health risk to people who are allergic to mold or who have compromised immune systems or damaged lungs. FXI received 541 reports from consumers of mold on the mattresses, according to the CPSC. 

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    Examples of mold on the recalled mattresses, which were sold under the Novaform brand at Costco stores in the San Francisco area, the Northwest and online at Costco.com. Hundreds of consumers had reported mold on the mattresses, according to the CSPC. 

    FXI


    The recalled items are the Novaform ComfortGrande 14-inch and Novaform DreamAway 8-inch mattresses. The first mattress has a blue base with “Novaform” printed in white letters, while the DreamAway has a gray base with “Novaform” in white letters. 

    Costco is also directly reaching out to people who purchased the mattresses to alert them to the recall.

    How to get a refund or replacement

    The CPSC said consumers should contact FXI for either a full refund or a free replacement mattress, including free delivery of the new mattress and pick up and disposal of the recalled item.

    To get the refund or replacement, consumers should call FXI at (888) 886-2057 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time Monday through Friday to talk with a customer service representative. 

    You’ll also need the so-called law tag from your mattress, FXI said. The law tag will determine whether your mattress is covered by the recall, as they were manufactured in FXI’s San Bernardino, California, facility between January 2 and April 30 for the ComfortGrande and between January 30 and April 30 for the DreamAway model. 

    LXI said to check the lawtag on the mattress for the location and date of manufacturer, as only mattresses made at its San Bernardino, California factory during specific dates are part of the recall. 

    FXI


    Mattresses made in other facilities aren’t affected, the company said. 

    FXI, based in Radnor, Pa., designs and manufactures mattresses, pillows and other bedding products, with its brands also including Molecule and SleepInnovations. The company operates 34 manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Mexico, according to its website.

    Mattresses that are recalled

    Below are the mattress sizes and models that are subject to the recall. 

    DreamAway 8″ Mattress

     

    ITM/ART #

    Price

    Twin

    1698562

    $160

    Full

    1698564

    $210

    Twin

    1698562

    $150

    Full

    1698564

    $200

    ComfortGrande 14″ Mattress

     

    ITM/ART #

    Price

    King

    1413200

    $700 

    Cal King

    1413201

    $700

    Queen

    1413202

    $580

    Full

    1413203

    $500

    Twin

    1413204

    $400

    King

    1413200

    $750

    Queen

    1413202

    $600

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  • Kraft issues recall of processed American cheese slices due to potential choking hazard

    Kraft issues recall of processed American cheese slices due to potential choking hazard

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    Food giant Kraft Heinz has announced it is recalling more than 83,000 cases of individually wrapped Kraft Singles American processed cheese slices due to a potential choking hazard.

    The company Tuesday said that the voluntary recall came after it discovered that one of its wrapping machines allowed for thin strips of film to remain on the cheese slices after the wrapper is removed. 

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    A recall has been issued for 16-ounce Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese products with a best-by date between Jan. 10, 2024, and Jan. 27, 2024.

    Kraft Heinz


    “If the film sticks to the slice and is not removed, it could be unpleasant and potentially cause a gagging or choking hazard,” the company said. 

    The recall applies to 16-ounce Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese products with a use-by date between Jan. 10, 2024, and Jan. 27, 2024, as well as three-pound multipacks of Kraft Singles American Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Product with a use-by date between Jan. 9, 2024, and Jan. 13, 2024.

    The company said it discovered the issue after receiving several customer complaints about finding the plastic stuck to a slice, with six customers complaining about choking and gagging on the products. 

    There were no reports of injuries or serious health issues, according to Kraft. 

    Kraft said it has since fixed the wrapping machine and inspected all other processing machines.   

    Any customers who purchased a recalled item can return it to the store it was purchased at for an exchange or refund, Kraft said. 

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  • Generac recalls more than 60,000 portable generators over burn risk

    Generac recalls more than 60,000 portable generators over burn risk

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    Generac is recalling more than 60,000 portable generators over potential fire and burn hazards.

    The recalled generators’ fuel tanks have a valve issue that may cause them to “build up excess pressure and expel fuel when opened, posing fire and burn hazards,” according to a notice from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Generac Power Systems has received reports of 27 overheating incidents, including three severe burn injuries, the Waukesha, Wisconsin-based manufacturer said Thursday. 

    The recall covers roughly 64,000 generators sold at a variety of major home improvement and hardware stores from April 2011 through June 2023 for between $3,300 and $3,650, the recall notice shows. Consumers should immediately stop using the generators and contact the manufacturer for a free repair kit, the CPSC said.  

    The recall covers Generac portable generators with the following unit types and model numbers. 

    Unit Type

    Model Numbers

    GP15000E 

    G0057341
    G0057342
    005734R1
    005734R2

    GP17500E 

    G0057351
    G0057352
    005735R1
    005735R2

    Consumers can find the unit type of their generator printed on both sides of the tank and on the control panel. The model number is printed on a label on the heat shield between the engine and alternator of the generator. 

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    Consumers can find the unit type of their generator printed on both sides of the tank and on the control panel.

    CPSC.gov


    Consumers with questions can call Generac at 888-391-0503 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central time, Monday through Friday, or online at www.generac.com/GPenhancements or www.generac.com, where they can click on “Important Recall Information” at the top of the page for more information.

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  • Thousands of children’s water bead kits recalled

    Thousands of children’s water bead kits recalled

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    Thousands of children’s water bead kits recalled – CBS News


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    About 52,000 children’s water bead kits made by Buffalo Games and sold at Target have been voluntarily recalled because they pose a choking hazard. An infant in Wisconsin died after swallowing the water beads.

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