All articles tagged with #safety issue
Amazon has removed the Haribo gummy bear power bank from its site and is canceling orders due to potential safety and quality concerns, specifically related to poor battery manufacturing that could pose risks like thermal runaway.
Honda is recalling over 259,000 vehicles in the US, including certain Honda Pilots and Acura models, due to a brake pedal pivot pin that may not be properly secured, potentially causing the pedal to shift and impair braking. The recall involves inspection and possible replacement of the brake pedal assembly, with dealer notifications starting June 13 and owner notices following July 28. No injuries have been reported, but the issue poses a crash risk.
A Boeing engineer-turned-whistleblower claims that the 787 Dreamliner is unsafe due to assembly flaws, stating that the plane could potentially fall apart midflight. Boeing disputes the claims, asserting the plane's safety and stating that the alleged issues have been rigorously examined under FAA oversight. The engineer, Sam Salehpour, insists that production of the 787 should be halted while the alleged problems are addressed in the fleet currently in service. Salehpour's attorney has indicated that several other potential whistleblowers at Boeing have reported similar issues.
General Motors is recalling nearly 820,000 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks in the US and Canada due to a faulty electronic latch mechanism in the tailgates, which may cause the tailgate to open while driving. The company received 136 complaints, including reports of minor injuries and property damage. Affected customers will be notified starting on March 18, and GM will cover repair costs. This recall adds to a recent trend of automotive recalls, including Toyota's recall of Tacoma trucks and other models over various safety issues.
General Motors is recalling nearly 820,000 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks due to a potential safety issue with the electronic latch mechanism in the tailgate, which may short circuit if water enters the tailgate, causing it to open inadvertently while the vehicle is parked. The recall covers vehicles from 2020-2024 and includes over 570,000 sold in the US and about 249,000 sold in Canada. Owners are advised to manually close their tailgate before driving until the recall is complete, and dealers will replace the exterior switch with more water-resistant material.
General Motors is recalling nearly 820,000 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra pickup trucks from 2020-2024 due to a potential safety issue with the electronic latch mechanism in the tailgate that could short circuit if water gets in, causing the gate to open while the vehicle is parked. The recall, affecting over 570,000 vehicles in the US and 249,000 in Canada, comes after more than 130 complaints of the tailgate opening while driving. General Motors will replace the exterior switch with a more water-resistant material and will begin notifying affected customers on March 18.
Tesla is recalling nearly 2.2 million vehicles in the U.S. due to small font size on warning lights, posing a crash risk, and plans to fix the issue with a free over-the-air software update. Separately, the NHTSA is investigating power steering problems in some 2023 Tesla Model 3 and Y vehicles. This comes after recent recalls for backup camera malfunctions and Autopilot system flaws, following NHTSA investigations into related crashes.
BMW has issued a recall of 486 SUVs in the US due to a deadly airbag issue caused by a malfunctioning driver-side airbag inflator manufactured by ARC Automotive and used by Takata. The airbags have been linked to 27 deaths and over 400 injuries in the US alone. The affected BMW models include X3, X4, and X5 SUVs built in 2014. Takata airbags containing ARC inflators can degrade over time, causing them to rupture and shoot metal shards into the passenger compartment. The NHTSA advises drivers to check their vehicle identification number (VIN) in the recall database. Takata has had about 67 million airbags recalled globally, and the NHTSA predicts that the recall will expand to include 52 million units by 2024.
Shares of Dutch technology company Philips fell over 6% after the US FDA alerted patients to a new safety issue with machines used for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea. The problem involves the heating element in the humidifier of the "DreamStation 2" sleep therapy device. Philips had already conducted a review that found 270 complaints over the past three years and had flagged the matter with the FDA. The agency received reports of thermal issues such as fire, smoke, burns, and overheating while using Philips' DreamStation 2 CPAP machines. Around a million DreamStation 2 machines are on the market, and they can continue to be used as long as safety instructions are followed.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety communication regarding Philips Respironics' DreamStation 2 CPAP machines used for treating obstructive sleep apnea. The FDA has received reports of thermal issues with the machines, including fire, smoke, burns, and overheating, leading to patient injuries. The agency is in discussions with Philips about mitigation strategies and is urging users to carefully monitor the machines for signs of overheating. This safety issue is separate from the June 2021 recall of Philips sleep therapy and respirator machines. The FDA believes the thermal issues may be due to electrical and/or mechanical malfunctions and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Ford is recalling nearly 200,000 new-model Mustangs due to a potential brake fluid safety issue. The affected models fail to activate the visual warning indicator when the brake fluid is low. The recall affects 2020-2023 models, and dealers will provide a software update at no cost to address the issue. Owner notification letters will be sent out on December 4, 2023.
Ed Sheeran cancels his Las Vegas concert just an hour before showtime due to an unexpected safety issue during load-in. He apologizes to fans and explains that the show will be postponed to October 28th, with purchased tickets remaining valid. Sheeran takes full responsibility for the cancellation and assures fans that refunds are available. He emphasizes the importance of fan safety and expresses his disappointment at not being able to communicate the cancellation sooner. The singer is currently on his +–=÷× (Mathematics) Tour, which is set to conclude in September.
Peloton's original bike model has a potential safety issue with some seat posts, resulting in nearly three dozen instances of seat post breaks, 12 of which involved injuries. Peloton has informed the Consumer Product Safety Commission and plans to roll out a corrective action plan once hammered out in collaboration with the CPSC. The issue has brought an $8.4 million "estimated contingent loss expense" in the quarter, but was not material to the current period financial performance. Peloton's revenue for the third quarter was $748.9 million, a 22% drop from 2022’s third-quarter when it was $964.3 million.
Volkswagen is recalling 143,000 Atlas SUVs due to a faulty sensor on the front passenger side that is deactivating the airbag. The recall affects 2018 through 2021 models and the 2020 Atlas Cross Sport. Volkswagen is advising owners not to let anyone ride shotgun until the issue is fixed. Officials are working on a fix for the problem.
NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Josh Williams has been suspended for one race after parking his car on the start/finish line during a race at Martinsville Speedway. Williams was ordered to park his car in the garage due to safety concerns, but instead parked on the track before walking off. Despite the suspension, Williams has received support from fans and fellow drivers, and will return to racing on April 1.