Month: February 2018
Fiat-Chrysler to Recall 228,000 Trucks to Fix Shifter Problem
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) announced on Friday it is recalling about 228,508 trucks in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and some other markets for a potential defect that could cause drivers to unintentionally shift their vehicles out of "park."
Rural King Recalls Electric Blankets for Fire Hazard
Rural King, of Mattoon, Illinois is recalling about 9,600 electric-heated blankets and throws because they can potentially catch on fire.
Pennsylvania Woman Files IVC Filter Lawsuit
A woman from Pennsylvania filed a lawsuit after her IVC Filter tilted, became embedded, and required multiple surgeries to remove.
Pilgrim’s Pride Recalls 50 Tons of Chicken Patties for Rubber Contamination
More than 101,000 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken patties used in a USDA school food program are being recalled nationwide after a consumer complained about finding rubber bits in the product.
Nevada Woman Files Bard Eclipse® IVC Filter Lawsuit
A woman from Nevada has joined a massive litigation against C.R. Bard involving more than 3,400 IVC Filter lawsuits in Arizona.
Specialized Recalls 2018 Allez Road Racing Bicycles
Specialized Bicycle Components Inc., of Morgan Hill, California, has recalled all model year 2018 Specialized Allez road racing bicycles because the fork can crack or break, causing the rider to lose control.
27 Varieties of Dog Food Recalled for Contamination with Euthanasia Drug
The J.M. Smucker Co. is recalling dozens of brands of pet food following an investigation which uncovered the presence of phenobarbital, a drug used to euthanize dogs and cats, in some of its products.
Ionic Pro Hair Dryers Recalled for Fire & Burn Hazard
ISO Beauty, of Chatsworth, California has recalled about 73,000 Ionic Pro hair dryers because problems with the electrical cord may cause sparking, smoking, shooting flames, and burn injuries to consumers.
Seven Plaintiffs Join Cordis IVC Filter Lawsuit
A group of 7 people have filed a lawsuit against Cordis Corporation for injuries caused by the TrapEase® and OptEase® IVC Filters, including wrongful death, blood clots, vein perforation, filter fracture, filter tilting, and failed retrieval surgeries.
4 Companies Recall Pet Food After Animals Die, Children Sickened From Salmonella Infections
Four pet food companies have issued recalls for their products after reports surfaced of salmonella contamination causing deaths in animals and serious illnesses in human children.