Defective & Dangerous Products

• Situation Regarding Exploding Pool Filters Similar to MTD Snow Throwers

  Jamie Sheller | June 30, 2009 11:43 AM | 0 CommentsPhiladelphia, PA

  A certain type of pool filter is linked to critical injuries and deaths. The filter is a kettle or canister style, which is two pieces held together by a fastener. During cleaning of the filter, if...

• Homeopathic or "Natural" Remedies Carry Risks

  Jamie Sheller | June 29, 2009 2:21 PM | 0 CommentsPhiladelphia, PA

  Several recent recalls illustrate the dangers that can be posed by homeopathic or natural health remedies, which generally aren't required to go through the same kind of FDA-approval process as...

• Dangerous Women's Robes Recalled

  Jamie Sheller | June 13, 2009 11:54 PM | 1 CommentPhiladelphia, PA

  A women's robe made by Blair LLC, based in Warren, PA, is believed to have killed at least six people. Due to the danger, a second robe recall notice has been issued by Blair and the Consumer...

• Children's Face Paints Recalled

  Jamie Sheller | June 07, 2009 5:50 PM | 0 CommentsPhiladelphia, PA

  Some children's face paints have been recalled after reports of adverse skin reactions, such as itchiness, burning sensation, rashes and swelling in areas where the paint was applied. The recalled...

• MTD Snow Thrower Public Service Announcement

  Jamie Sheller | June 02, 2009 10:30 PM | 0 CommentsPhiladelphia, PA

  Owners of snow throwers, please read this information. This is a public service announcement re-posting information about defective MTD snow throwers sold under the Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines and...

• Renewed Recall of Log Splitters

  Jamie Sheller | May 21, 2009 10:19 PM | 0 CommentsPhiladelphia, PA

  Recently, there was a renewed recall of log splitters by Brave Products, Inc. of Streator, Ill. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission, the renewed recall was prompted by a hand...

• Recall of Hydroxycut

  Jamie Sheller | May 01, 2009 8:51 PM | 0 CommentsPhiladelphia, PA

  The FDA has warned people to stop using Hydroxycut. Hydroxycut products are popular dietary supplements, which are also used as energy enhancers and fat burners. These products are being recalled...

• 1.5 Million GM Vehicles Recalled

  Jamie Sheller | April 15, 2009 9:40 PM | 1 CommentPhiladelphia, PA

  Recently, General Motors recalled almost 1.5 million passenger sedans. The mid-sized and full-sized vehicles involved in the recall are: 1997-2003 Buick Regals; 1998-2003 Chevrolet Luminas, Monte...

• Children's Clothing With Drawstrings Defective

  Jamie Sheller | April 12, 2009 10:53 PM | 0 CommentsPhiladelphia, PA

  Several retail companies, including T.J. Maxx and Marshalls failed to promptly report sales of children's clothing with drawstrings through the hood or neck. Those companies have agreed to pay more...

• Yamaha Rhino Recall

  Jamie Sheller | April 02, 2009 10:15 PM | 0 CommentsPhiladelphia, PA

  The Yamaha Rhino is a two passenger off-road recreational vehicle. Recently, Yamaha Motor Corp., USA recalled 145,000 Rhinos. Rhino sales have also been suspended. The recall was announced by the...