Recalls
Toyota Informs Dealers to Stop Selling 8 Models over Fire Risk
Toyota Fire Risk Toyota Motor Corp. has informed North American dealers that they should stop selling several models that are equipped with seat heaters made after August 2012. Safety officials in South Korea have reported that the material in the part did not meet fire retardation standards in the United States. Toyota revealed that the…
Read MoreThe Problem with Used Cars and Recalls
Used Cars and Recalls Used cars are great, but they can come with significant problems. Thousands of recalls are placed every year on new and used vehicles. Though dealers promise that all necessary repairs are made, that is not always the case. Carfax, an online vehicle history website, had over 2 million unrepaired vehicles for…
Read MoreBaby Slings Pose Significant Risk, But Are Parents Using them Correctly?
Baby Slings Pose Significant Risk, But Are Parents Using them Correctly? In light of the recent lawsuit settlement for $8 million dollars to a mother whose baby suffocated in an Infantino LLC sling, and the several other infant deaths related to baby slings, there are a few safety tips we thought we would share. Although…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Drop Side Cribs
The Dangers of Drop Side Cribs Cribs are necessary for any home with a baby, but did you know that they may potentially be a hazard to your child? Drop side cribs have contributed to thousands of injuries and dozens of deaths of babies in the United States. Drop-side cribs were originally made to help…
Read MoreThe Newest Safety Features for Vehicles
The Newest Safety Features for Vehicles In the past, we have seen safety features developed to help protect you in a car accident, such as the air bag and seat belt. Now, safety features are being developed to prevent an accident from even happening at all. Karl Brauer of Kelley Blue Book said, “We are…
Read More600k Baby Monitors Recalled After Two Infant Deaths
600k Baby Monitors Recalled After Two Infant Deaths After two infant deaths, Angelcare Movement and Sound Monitors with Sensor Pads are being recalled. There are also eight reports of strangulation in the baby monitor cords since 2002. The cord attached to the sensor pad, which is placed under the crib mattress to monitor movement has…
Read MoreHarley-Davidson Recalls Certain 2014 Models
Harley-Davidson Recalls Certain 2014 Models Harley-Davidson is placing a recall for certain 2014 motorcycle models because of a safety issue regarding the hydraulic clutch system. The company said that the some of the clutch systems may not disengage in the clutch which could impair the driver from slowing down or stopping. The recall letter that…
Read MoreToyota Recalls Sienna Minivans for Roll Away Problems
Toyota Recalls Sienna Minivans Toyota announced a recall for 615,000 Sienna minivans for a problem related to the gearshift lever that could cause the vehicle to roll away. The shift lever could possibly become damaged causing it move out of “Park” without the driver moving the gearshift or depressing the brake pedal. The recall affects the Sienna…
Read MoreOver 400k Baby Einstein Musical Jumpers Recalled
Over 400k Baby Einstein Musical Jumpers Recalled There are plenty of things to worry about when you have an infant. The last thing you should worry about is their jumper injuring them. Kids II of Atlanta, Georgia is recalling over 400,000 Baby Einstein Musical Motion Activity Jumpers in the United States and in Canada. Baby Einstein is…
Read MoreHonda Recalls Over 370,000 Vehicles for Airbag Defect
Honda Recalls Over 370,000 Vehicles for Airbag Defect Honda Motor Co. announced a recall of 318,000 Odyssey minivans in the Unites States and 63,400 Acura MDX sports utility vehicles in multiple countries for an airbag defect. No related crashes or injuries have been reported regarding the defect. The Tokyo manufacturer received complaints of the airbag opening without reason on…
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