All articles tagged with #product recall
Despite a recall, dangerous products like ByHeart infant formula can remain on store shelves due to lapses in removal protocols, highlighting ongoing challenges in product safety enforcement and the importance of vigilance by retailers, regulators, and consumers.
Over 1 million bags of shredded cheese sold at major retailers including Walmart and Publix have been recalled due to potential metal fragments, with products manufactured by Great Lakes Cheese Co. and sold across 31 states and Puerto Rico, posing a risk of temporary health issues.
Costco has recalled over 940,000 bottles of Kirkland Signature Prosecco due to reports of bottles shattering and causing injuries, including a laceration, prompting safety warnings and disposal instructions for consumers.
The FDA announced a Class II recall of over 4,000 Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Coca-Cola, and Sprite cans sold in Texas due to potential metal fragments that could cause health issues, advising consumers not to drink affected products.
Black Sheep Egg Company is recalling certain cartons of its free-range large eggs due to salmonella contamination detected at its processing facility, urging consumers to discard or return the eggs and sanitize surfaces that may have come into contact with them.
Kroger has recalled certain pasta products sold across 28 states, including Alabama, due to potential Listeria contamination, which can cause serious illness or death, especially in vulnerable populations. No illnesses have been reported, but the products have been removed from shelves and may still be in consumers' refrigerators.
The FDA has expanded a recall of various skin creams, hand sanitizers, deodorants, and other health care products due to microbial contamination with Burkholderia cepacia, which can cause serious infections, especially in immunosuppressed individuals, posing a risk of sepsis and other complications.
A widespread recall of over 30 DermaRite Industries products, including soaps, deodorants, and shampoos, has been issued due to contamination with Burkholderia cepacia, which can cause serious infections, especially in immunocompromised individuals. Consumers are advised to destroy affected products and seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
Danone U.S. is voluntarily recalling all YoCrunch yogurt products due to the presence of plastic pieces in the toppers, which could pose a choking hazard. Consumers are advised not to eat the affected products and to contact the company for refunds.
Walmart is recalling 850,000 Ozark Trail stainless steel water bottles due to a lid defect that can eject forcefully and cause serious injuries, including permanent vision loss, prompting consumers to stop using the product and seek refunds.
Dbrand has acknowledged a poor response to complaints about its Killswitch Joy-Con grips detaching from the Switch 2 and will send replacements while working on design tweaks to prevent future issues, emphasizing that users should be able to hold their consoles freely without causing detachment.
QVC is recalling 1.1 million pairs of Temp-tations Oven Gloves due to insufficient heat protection, which has resulted in 92 reports of minor burns. Sold between August 2018 and August 2024, these gloves were available on QVC's platforms and bundled with other kitchen items. Consumers are advised to stop using the gloves and contact QVC for a refund. The recall highlights ongoing safety concerns, as QVC's parent company, Qurate Retail Inc., also faced a significant fine last year for delayed defect disclosures.
A South Carolina mother has filed a class-action lawsuit against Mattel after discovering that packaging for Wicked dolls mistakenly included a link to a pornographic website. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles, seeks at least $5 million in damages, accusing Mattel of negligence and violating consumer protection laws. Mattel has recalled the dolls and resumed sales with corrected packaging, but has not offered refunds. The company expressed regret for the error, which was intended to direct customers to the WickedMovie.com site.
Costco has issued a recall for its Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture Raised 24-Count Eggs due to a salmonella risk, as announced by the FDA. The recall affects 10,800 packages sold at 25 Costco locations in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. The affected eggs have a Julien code of 327 and a "use by" date of January 5, 2025. Consumers are advised to return the eggs for a refund or dispose of them. No illnesses have been reported.
Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest LLC has recalled over 79,000 pounds of Costco's Kirkland Signature butter due to missing allergen disclaimers about milk on the packaging. The recall includes both salted and unsalted varieties, with specific best-by dates in 2025. The FDA classified the recall as "Class II," indicating a low probability of serious health consequences. The recall was voluntary and did not involve a press release.