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P&G recalls Vicks nasal spray after bacteria found

The Procter & Gamble Co. has recalled some 120,000 bottles of Vicks Sinex nasal spray after the company found bacteria in samples during routine testing.

Procter & Gamble recalls Vicks Sinex nasal spray

Procter & Gamble Co. said Thursday it is voluntarily recalling three lots of Vicks Sinex nasal spray because of potential bacterial contamination.

Neb. company says it's recovered recalled beef

A Nebraska company says it has recovered the 90 pounds of ground beef listed in a federal recall report because of possible E. coli contamination.

Recall: Blue Bonnet Spread

The following recall has been announced:

Strollers recalled for fingertip amputation hazard

About a million Maclaren strollers sold by Target and Babies "R" Us were recalled Monday, after 12 reports of children having their fingertips amputated by a hinge mechanism.

Stroller company announces major safety recall

Maclaren is recalling at least 1 million umbrella strollers because of a potential hazard to children's fingers. A side hinge mechanism poses the risk of cutting or amputating a child's fingers when the stroller is being opened or closed, the British company said Monday.

CDC: Tainted ground beef may be linked to 2 deaths

Contaminated fresh ground beef caused a possible E. coli outbreak that killed two people and sent 16 others to hospitals, federal health officials said Monday.

2nd Texas company recalling flour tortillas

Another Texas company is recalling flour tortillas after company officials discovered they may contain an ingredient not listed on product labels.

Deere to recall 452 workers at Iowa plant

Farm equipment maker Deere & Co. said Wednesday it will recall most of the workers it laid off from an Iowa plant earlier this year to start production of the company's 2010 models.

250 million Accusure insulin syringes recalled

A Huntsville, Ala., company is recalling about 250 million Accusure insulin syringes it has distributed nationwide since January 2002 because the products' needles could detach from the syringes.

Window blinds recalled for strangulation risk

Nearly 1 million roller blinds and Roman shades sold by IKEA, Bed Bath & Beyond and Hanover Direct were recalled Tuesday for posing a serious strangulation risk to small children.

Some Dove Ice Cream recalled due to labeling

Some Dove Caramel Pecan Perfection Ice Cream is being recalled because it may contain peanuts that weren't specified on the label.

Baby food recalled, may be tainted with botulism

Plum Organics of Emeryville, Calif., is recalling some of its apple and carrot portable pouch baby food because of concerns over possible botulism contamination.

School bus manufacturer to recall small buses

A New York-based school bus manufacturer has agreed to recall nearly 6,000 small school buses after the government alleged that the company tried to shift responsibility for the recalls by changing its name.

Clarification: Cantaloupe recall story

In an Oct. 18 story, The Associated Press, relying on a news release from the California Department of Public Heath, reported a recall of Del Monte brand cantaloupes sold in northern California and Nevada.

Neb. meatpacker recalls 33,000 lbs. of beef tongue

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says a Nebraska meatpacker has recalled 33,000 pounds of beef tongue.

Ill. voters get to decide on recall of governors

With one former Illinois governor in prison and another facing corruption charges, the state's Senate decided Thursday to let voters choose whether they want the power to recall crooked governors in the future.

Diving suit hoses recalled after diver's death

A Swedish company is recalling diving suit hoses after the death of a diver in Los Angeles.

Ford adds 4.5M vehicles to defective switch recall

Ford Motor Co. said Tuesday it will add 4.5 million older-model vehicles to the long list of those recalled because a defective cruise control switch could cause a fire.

Toyota's reputation takes a pounding

It can take years to build a reputation. Now Toyota has to wonder and worry how quickly an image can be shattered.

Philips Healthcare recalls 5,400 defibrillators

Philips Healthcare said Saturday it is recalling about 5,400 automated external defibrillators after receiving reports of a memory chip failure in a small number of some models that could make them inoperable.

Philips recalls some HeartStart defibrillators

Philips said Monday it is recalling about 5,400 HeartStart FR2 automated external defibrillators due to a possible memory chip failure that could make the device unable to work properly.

J&J recalls infants', children's liquid Tylenol

Johnson & Johnson's McNeil unit is voluntarily recalling 57 lots of infants' and children's liquid Tylenol products because of possible bacterial contamination.

Calif. firm recalls spinach after salmonella found

A California distributor is recalling two brands of bunched spinach after routine testing detected salmonella.

Wal-Mart expands recall of Durabrand DVD players

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is expanding a recall of Durabrand DVD players to include more than 4 million devices after the company said it received seven reports of the products overheating, leading to fires and property damage.

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Vicks nasal spray recalled over bacteria
Source: CNN

Procter & Gamble is recalling Vicks Sinex nasal spray in the United States, Britain and Germany after finding it contained bacteria, the company said.

1M window covers recalled for risks to children
Source: msnbc.com

Close to 1 million roller blinds and Roman shades sold by IKEA, Bed Bath & Beyond and Hanover Direct are being recalled for posing a serious strangulation risk to small children.

Strollers recalled in USA Only - Americans Cutting Off Fingers, Europeans Have no Problem
Source: CNN

In a separate statement, Maclaren's European arm said that no recall was being issued in the European Union, where there had been fewer reported injuries, despite higher sales.

Recall Lieberman

Senator Joe Lieberman must be removed office. This man doe's not represent his constituents! Joe Lieberman doesn't understand that he is expected to work for the people.

Sony Recalls 69,000 Power Adapters
Source: gearlog.com

Some things never change--especially at at Sony. The company is recalling a whopping 69,000 AC adapters over concerns of short circuiting and shock hazards.

Belkin issues recall on F9G930-10, F9G930v10, F9G930-10-W and F9G930-10-SN surge protectors
Source: slashgear.com

Today Belkin has announced a voluntary recall of several models of its SurgeMaster surge protectors.

Baby food recalled, may be tainted with botulism
Source: USA Today

Plum Organics of Emeryville, Calif., is recalling some of its apple and carrot portable pouch baby food because of concerns over possible botulism contamination.

Fire on Ford truck linked to cruise control
Source: wptv.com

A Port St. Lucie woman lost her Ford F-150 truck to fire Wednesday night, a fire that investigators trace back to the vehicle's cruise control system.

Feds Investigate Toyota's Rusted Trucks
Source: WCVB-TV

BOSTON -- It's been a tough two weeks for Toyota. First, a dangerous problem with floor mats led to the largest recall ever. And federal officials are now investigating a rust problem with 2000 and 2001 Toyota Tundras that Team 5 Investigates first exposed last April.

Toyota to recall 3.8 million vehicles
Source: The Houston Chronicle

The recall will affect 2007-2010 model year Toyota Camry, 2005-2010 Toyota Avalon, 2004-2009 Toyota Prius, 2005-2010 Tacoma, 2007-2010 Toyota Tundra, 2007-2010 Lexus ES350 and 2006-2010 Lexus IS250 and IS350.

Children and Infant Tylenol Recall Issued Due to Possible Contamination - AboutLawsuits.com
Source: aboutlawsuits.com

Certain lots of children and infant Tylenol have been recalled, as they could be contaminated with bacteria.

Salinas Company Recalls Iceless Green Onions
Source: ksbw.com

A Salinas produce company has issued a voluntary recall of iceless green onions after a positive result for salmonella was found.

1.5 million DVD players recalled by CPSC and Wal-Mart
Source: CNN

- Wal-Mart is recalling about 1.5 million Durabrand DVD players because of a potential for the device to burst into flames, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Thursday.

Blinds Recalled?
Source:

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Six companies are recalling millions of window blinds and shades, following the deaths of three children who got caught in cords that help the coverings move up and down.

5.5M window covers recalled after child deaths
Source: msnbc.com

In the wake of three child deaths and the near strangulation of seven other children, federal authorities and several businesses announced Wednesday that nearly 5.5 million hazardous window shades and blinds are being recalled immediately.

Little Tikes toys recalled: Plastic nails pose choking hazard
Source: The Orlando Sentinel

Ohio toy-maker Little Tikes is voluntarily recalling 1.6 million of its workshop sets and trucks, some sold as long as 15 years ago, after an 11-month-old boy was hospitalized for choking on a plastic nail included with the toy, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said.

Toyota recalls more than 750,000 SUVs, trucks
Source: msnbc.com

Toyota Motor Corp., in one of its largest safety recalls ever, said Tuesday it is recalling more than 750,000 pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles because of problems with the front suspension that could hinder steering.

RECALL - Pork skin food products made by Salinas company recalled
Source: mercurynews.com

Pork skin food products made by a Salinas company are being recalled because they were prepared without the benefit of federal inspection, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday.

Surgical Recall by Blackbourne
Source: Examiner

If you're a medical student, you probably were scared to start your surgery rotation. Most students find surgical recall to be the answer.

1.4M children's clogs recalled for choking risks
Source: msnbc.com

About 1.4 million Buster Brown children's clogs decorated with Barbie, Transformers and characters from "Cars" have been recalled because their wheels can detach and pose a choking hazard. Thousands of gas grills, thermostats and elliptical trainers also have been called back.

580,000 steam cleaners recalled for shock risks
Source: msnbc.com

About 580,000 H2O mop steam cleaners have been recalled because the power cord can unexpectedly wear down and expose the wiring, posing a shock and burn hazard. Telephone toys, butterfly chairs, shag rugs and hooded jackets also have been recalled.

Danger; energy drinks sold in U.S. and Canada
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Energy drinks risks because of tampering

240,000 in-wall electronic timers recalled
Source: msnbc.com

About 240,000 Intermatic in-wall electronic timers have been recalled. The product might pose a shock hazard to consumers trying to replace its battery.

Bacteria-Laced Cookie Dough Plot Thickens
Source: static.uspirg.org

Inspection reports from a Nestlé USA cookie dough factory released yesterday show the company declined several times in the past five years to provide Food and Drug Administration inspectors with complaint logs, pest-control records and other information.

162,000 women's robes recalled after 6 deaths
Source: msnbc.com

Consumers are being urged to immediately stop wearing a certain type of chenille robe made by Blair LLC due to a fire hazard that is believed to have killed at least six people.

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