Month: January 2018
John Deere Recalls S4 Crossover Gator Utility Vehicles
John Deere is recalling the S4 Crossover Gator utility vehicles because the steering shaft can separate. There have been 9 reports of consumers who lost steering control.
HP Recalls Notebook Computer Batteries for Overheating Issues
Hewlett-Packard is recalling lithium-ion batteries found inside various notebook and workstation computers after reports surfaced of the devices overheating, melting and charring.
Texas Man Files G2® X Blood Clot Filter Lawsuit
A man from Texas who was injured by a G2® X blood clot filter has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer, C.R. Bard, for selling a defective medical device and failing to warn about safety hazards.
Parents: Act Now to Meet School Vaccine Requirements
In some states, parents need to start scheduling vaccine appointments in January or February to make sure their children are up-to-date on immunization requirements for school.
Ford Downshifting Recall May Be Expanded to Include 1 Million Additional Vehicles
The National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating whether to expand a 2016 Ford recall by more than a million vehicles for unexpected downshifting.
Rocky Mountain Bikes Recalled for Brake Failure Risk
Rocky Mountain Bicycles recalled 3,100 mountain bikes that were sold in Canada and the U.S. due to a possible risk of brake failure.
Ravin Arrow Nocks Recalled for Injury Risk
A recall has been issued for over 220,000 Ravin Arrow Nocks after 23 people suffered finger injuries, including 6 serious injuries.
Claire’s Pulls Teen Makeup After Tests Find Asbestos
Claire's jewelry store has pulled several glittery makeup items off store shelves after allegations that they contain asbestos.
Johnson & Johnson Recalls Heart Device for Defective Valve
About 110 heart devices manufactured and distributed by a unit of Johnson & Johnson are being recalled due to a potentially defective valve that could fail during or after implantation, resulting in a life-threatening situation.
Michigan Woman Files Günther Tulip® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A woman who was injured by a blood clot filter manufactured by Cook Medical accuses the company of selling a dangerous medical device and failing to warning patients about the life-threatening safety risks.