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Lipitor Recall Extended by Pfizer

Brian Krassenstein — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 15:04:31 +0000

Pfizer Extends Lipitor Recall

Pfizer has extended the recent recall on Lipitor to an additional 38,000 bottles. This is after two recalls in the last three months of the drug, after a musty and moldy odor was found coming from the bottles. Back in August Pfizer recalled 140,000 bottles of Lipitor, and another 191,000 bottles just two weeks ago. This recent recall brings the total to 332,000 products.

The latest recall is for bottles of Lipitor containing 90 of the 40 milligram pills. Although studies have revealed that the musty odors coming from the bottles do not pose any significant risks to consumers, the recall is being initiated as a precautionary measure by the company. Pfizer said that the odor stemmed from a chemical called 2,4,6 tribromoanisole, also known as TBA. The chemical is used as a wood preservative, and was on the pallets used to transport the bottles, as well as store them.

A spokesman for Pfizer, ray Kerins stated, “The Lipitor recall won’t have a financial impact, customers who notice a smell can replace the bottle at their pharmacy without charge”.

Pfizer was founded in 1849, and is headquartered in New York City, New York. The Lipitor drug is the number one selling branded pharmaceutical in the world today.

BMW Recall Initiated on 135i, 535i, X6, and Others

Brian Krassenstein — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 18:18:01 +0000

BMW Recall Initiated

Another day, another automobile recall. Last week was the week of the brake recall, where both Toyota, and Honda recalled thousands of vehicles. Today BMW announced a massive recall on over 150,000 vehicles. The recall was initiated by BMW because of fuel pump issues in many of their vehicles.

The recall affects the following vehicles, 2007-2010 335i, 2008–2010 135i, 535i and X6 xDrive35i, 2008 X5 SUVs, and 2009–2010 Z4 Roadster sDrive35i. Although no injuries or major issues have been reported from these vehicles, the recall will allow the company to look into reports of vehicles shaking, and unexpectedly slowing down. BMW stated that the fuel pump failures may result in decreased engine performance.

BMW will be contacting owners by mail with more information regarding this recall. The company was founded in 1916, and is headquartered in Munich Germany. They have subsidiaries in South Africa, The United States, India, China, Canada, Austria, and Egypt. They also produce motorcycles and bicycles.

Recall Initiated on Hyland’s Teething Tablets

Brian Krassenstein — Mon, 25 Oct 2010 18:06:26 +0000

Hyland’s Teething Tablets Initiates Recall

Hyland’s Teething Tablets in conjunction with the Food and Drug Administration has initiated a recall on several different bottles of their teething tablets. The recall was initiated because of 2 issues. First off, there are inconsistent amounts of belladonna in the tablets. Belladonna is a poisonous herb that is used in some medication. Too much of the substance can be deadly. The second issue that the FDA found alarming was that the bottles were not child-proof.

Although Hylands claims that you would need to take 750 of the tablets in order to ingest enough belladonna to cause illness or death, the recall is still a necessary action. The UPC codes of the packages which are a part of this recall are as follows:

- Hyland’s Teething Tablets, 125 tablets, UPC # 3 54973 75041
- Hyland’s Teething Tablets, 250 tablets, UPC # 3 54973 75042
- Hyland’s Teething Tablets, 125 tablets, UPC # 3 54973 75066
- Hyland’s Teething Tablets, 50 tablets, UPC # 3 54973 75044
- Hyland’s Teething Tablets, 145 tablets, UPC # 3 54973 75121
- Hyland’s Teething Tablets, Clip Strip 6×125 tablets, UPC # 3 54973 35109

Hyland’s is urging anyone who has these teething tablets in their possession to either call 1-877-496-5044 or go to www.hylandsteething.com/recall for further details.

Hylands is a homeopathic medication company that has been in business for over 106 years. The company, which got it’s start in the Los Angeles area, prides itself on their natural remedies, in a time when prescriptions are getting more expensive and more complex. They sell over 3,500 different remedies to help cure pain, cough or colds, rashes, and more, many of which can be found on their site.

Ethan Allen and Victory Land Initiate Drop-Side Crib Recall

Brian Krassenstein — Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:39:46 +0000

Crib Recall Initiated By Ethan Allen and Victory Land

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission along with Ethan Allen, Victory Land Group, and Angel Line have announced recalls this morning for over 41,000 drop-side cribs.

The reason for the series of crib recalls, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission is because, “The crib’s drop-side rail hardware can malfunction, detach or otherwise fail, causing part of the drop side rail to detach from the crib. When the drop-side rail partially detaches, it creates a space between the drop side and the crib mattress. An infant or toddler’s body can become entrapped in the space, which can lead to strangulation and/or suffocation. A child can also fall out of the crib. Drop-side incidents can also occur due to incorrect assembly and with age-related wear and tear”.

Both Ethan Allen, as well as Victory Land have received numerous reports of malfunctions with the cribs, with both companies receiving reports of 3 injuries taking place because of the malfunctions. All injuries were minor and involved cuts and or bruises.

The recalled cribs from Ethan Allen include the following item numbers, 14-5650, 15-5650, 16-5650, 26-5650, 35-5622, 36-5620, 36-5622 and 38-5622. A label should be on the headboard of the cribs with the item number on it. The cribs were manufactured in the United States and China, and were sold at Ethan Allen stores between January 2002, and December 2008 for $550 to $900.

The Victory Land Group recall involves tan and white colored Heritage Collection, 3-in-1 drop side cribs, sold exclusively at K-Mart stores with item numbers 07-1248 and 07-1252. A label with the item number will be founds also on the inner side of the headboard. These cribs were sold between February 2007, and October 2008 for $130 at K-Mart stores only, and were manufactured in Vietnam.

Finally the Angel Line cribs involved in this recall include Longwood Forest cribs with model numbers 6103S, 6105S, 6106S, 6108S, 6109S, 8025P, and 8029P.

The contact numbers for each company, in order to get further details about the recalls, are provided below:
Ethan Allen at (888) 339-9398
Victory Land Group at (866) 499-2099
Contact Angel Line at (800) 889-8158

Toyota Recall Initiated on Avalon, Highlander and Several Lexus Cars

Brian Krassenstein — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 13:16:49 +0000

Toyota Recall Includes, Lexus, Highlander, and Avalon

In what has been a Fall season of car recalls, Toyota, the largest car maker in the world, has initiated their own recall. The Toyota recall is on over 1.53 million vehicles and include, three Lexus models in the United States, all from 2006, the Lexus RX330, GS300, IS250, and IS350. It also includes the 2005 and 2006 Toyota Avalon, and the 2004-2006 non-hybrid Highlander. In Japan, the following models have also been a part of this recall, Crown, Crown Majesta, Harrier, Mark X, Alphard, Kluger, Lexus GS350, Lexus IS250, and Lexus IS350. The years of these models were not readily available, however, they span from 2002-2006.

Toyota has stated that they are trying to take a more proactive approach to the safety of their vehicles, after several major issues involving the gas pedal of over 6 million vehicles attracted international attention to the company last November. “Every time we announce a recall, that is a step toward increasing quality,” Paul Nolasco, a Toyota spokesman stated.

This recall is being initiated because of possible problems with the vehicle’s fuel pumps and brakes. In total, the company will repair 750,000 cars in the United States, 599,000 cars in Japan, approximately 140,000 cars in Australia and the rest of Asia, and about 50,000 in Europe. All owners will receive a letter in the mail sometime in November to schedule a repair visit.

Toyota has been in business since 1937. The Aichi, Japan based company, employs over 320,000 people worldwide, and has several divisions, including Scion and Lexus. Last year the company took a hit, as did most auto makers. They lost $4.2 billion. In 2009-2010 alone, the company has recalled in excess of 9 million vehicles worldwide.

Johnson & Johnson Initiates Tylenol Recall Again

Brian Krassenstein — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 23:53:21 +0000

Johnson and Johnson Tylenol Recall

Johnson & Johnson today announced that they are recalling even more Tylenol, after musty or moldy orders were reported coming from several bottles of the company’s pain relief drug. Approximately 128,000 bottles of the over-the-counter drug has been recalled in today’s actions.

The affected Tyleno,l this time, is the adult strength, eight hour pills which have been sold in 50 count bottles. The pills were all produced at the Fort Washington, Pennsylvania plant back in March, and sold throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. The plant has since been shut down by Johnson and Johnson, after the Food and Drug Administration found issues involving grime, dirt, and possible contaminated ingredients. These actions come on the eve of Johnson and Johnson reporting their 3rd quarter earnings.

This happens to be the third recall by Johnson and Johnson in the last year regarding drugs which had moldy smells coming from the bottles. Pfizer also recently had a recall with similar smells coming from the bottles in which their drugs were sold in.

Johnson and Johnson is located in New Brunswick, NJ, and employs over 118,000 people. The company had over $61 billion in sales last year, and a $15.7 billion operating income. They make dozens of popular consumer brands including Acuvue, Band-Aid, Benadryl, Bengay, Lactaid, Pepcid, Motrin, Purell, Tylenol, and Visine.

Frozen Vegetable Recall for Pictsweet Products Sold At Walmart and Kroger

Brian Krassenstein — Mon, 18 Oct 2010 18:17:03 +0000

Vegetable Recall in Walmart and Kroger Stores

This has certainly been a year filled with food recalls. The latest is one coming from the Pictsweet Company of Bells, Tennessee, because glass fragments may possibly be found mixed within the frozen vegetables they sell. The recall includes vegetables sold under the Kroger and Great Value brands, and although no injuries have been reported, the voluntary recall has been initiated in order to prevent any future injuries. The products were sold at Walmart and Kroger stores nationwide and include mostly green peas, and mixed vegetables.

The recalled lots are as follows:

Kroger 12-ounce Green Peas with UPC 11110 89736. Production Codes of 1440BU, 1440BV, 1440BW and 1600BD.
Kroger 12-ounce Peas and Carrots with UPC 11110 89741. Production Codes of 1960BD and 1960BE.
Great Value 12-ounce Steam Sweet Peas with UPC 78742 08369. Best. by date of July 20, 2012.
Great Value 12-ounce Steam Mixed Vegetables with UPC 78742 08026. Best by date of July 5, 2012.

If you have purchased any of these products from Walmart or Kroger, than Pictsweet urges you to not consume them, and return them to the store they were purchased at for a full refund. If you have any questions they may be directed to the Pictsweet Company by calling 1-800-367-7412 ext. 417.

The Pictsweet company produces hundreds of different frozen vegetable products, and has been in business for over 54 years. They employ approximately 1,200 people, and are a privately held company incorporated in the state of Delaware.

Briggs & Stratton Initiates Riding Mower Recall

Brian Krassenstein — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 14:20:24 +0000

Briggs and Stratton Initiate Riding Mower Recall

Briggs & Stratton has initiated a voluntary recall on 500 Craftsman riding mowers today. This recall involves the riding mower with model number 107.28034, but only those models with the following serial numbers:

2014033403 through 2014034552
2014082112 through 2014082861
2014149995 through 2014151266
2014346290 through 2014346803

The recall was initiated because one of the side chutes may not be secured well enough. The bolts securing the chute may come off and be forcefully discharged during use of the mower. This can cause injuries or damage to property nearby. So far there has been no injuries reported due to this issue, however there was one report of a bolt coming lose, breaking a nearby window.

The mowers were exclusively sold at Sears stores between February 2010 and May 2010 for approximately $1,500. If you have one of these recalled riding mowers, Briggs & Stratton asks that you stop it’s use and call Sears to arrange for someone to fix it. If you have any further questions regarding this recall, please call Sears at (800) 859-7026 between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. ET Monday through Friday

Briggs & Stratton, which was founded in 1908, is the largest air-cooled gasoline engine producer in the world. The company is headquartered in Wauwatosa, WI.

Ryobi Drill Recall Initiated on 455,000 Cordless Power Drills

Brian Krassenstein — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 18:41:40 +0000

Ryobi Initiates Drill Recall

Ryobi Technologies Inc. today announced that they are recalling 455,000 cordless power drills. The recall has been initiated because the switch on the drills can overheat, causing burns to their users, as well as becoming a fire hazard. The recall is on the Ryobi Model HP 1802M cordless power drill only. It is advised that anyone with this drill immediately stop using it, and contact Ryobi right away for a replacement.

The drill, which was manufactured in China, was on sale exclusively at Home Depot stores from January 2001 to July 2003 for approximately $100. Thus far the company has received 47 complaints of the product overheating, melting, or catching fire. Out of these 47 complaints, 12 of them were also associated with property damage, and 2 incidents involved minor burns to the user.

According to their website Ryobi is “One of the world’s largest and most innovative power tool manufacturers, Ryobi Power Tools specializes in making pro-featured power tools truly affordable. That’s why Ryobi is the brand of choice for millions of homeowners, woodworkers, hobbyists, craftspeople, and value-conscious contractors”.

For more information on this drill recall you can contact Ryobi Customer Service at (800) 597-9624 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. EST during the week.

La Nuestra Brand Mamey Ice Cream Recall Initiated by Montalvan’s Sales, Inc

Brian Krassenstein — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 20:57:15 +0000

La Nuestra Ice Cream Recall

Montalvan’s Sales, Inc of Ontario Canada has initiated a recall on La Nuestra brand Mamey Ice Cream. The recall is a voluntary one which was initiated because of the of possible health risks associated with the ice cream which may be tainted with Salmonella Typhi bacterium. According to the FDA Press release, “This recall was initiated after Montalvan’s Sales, Inc. was notified by FDA and CDC that the affected product was made with La Nuestra Mamey Pulp which was implicated via a strong epidemiologic link to a recent outbreak of Typhoid Fever in several Western States”.

Salmonella Typhi can cause Typhoid fever in human beings, which can often times be life-threatening. If you are infected with the bacterium, you will most likely need to be hospitalized and provided with antibiotic treatment.

La Nuestra brand Mamey Ice Cream is sold in both 1 pint containers as well as 1.5 gallon pails. According to the FDA, all lot numbers of the product, which is sold both in Nevada and California, are a part of this recall. The UPC codes are as follows, 7-56869-17610-2, and 7-56869-17599-0.

Consumers who have purchased any of these products can contact Montalvan’s Sales Inc. for a full refund. If you have any question the company can be reached at (909) 930-5670.