Defective & Dangerous Products

• Dangerous Outdoor Candles Recalled

  Claude Wyle | September 06, 2007 5:27 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  Hayes, a manufacture of outdoor products, is recalling three styles of their "Avant Yarde" outdoor citronella candles. These candles burn at such high temperatures, the wax catches fire and transforms these outdoor candles into dangerous torches. The recall was announced after the company received reports of consumers suffering burns.For more information on this subject matter, please refer to...

• Anti Bacterial Soap Better or Just a Wash?

  Claude Wyle | September 02, 2007 4:23 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  According to University of Michigan researchers who reviewed 27 studies conducted between 1980 and 2006, antibacterial soaps that have triclosan as the primary active ingredient are not better at preventing bacterial infections than regular soaps. They also found that these antibacterial soaps could be dangerous products, posing a health hazard because they may reduce the effectiveness of some...

• Voluntary Recall of Baby Bling Pacifiers

  Claude Wyle | August 22, 2007 4:40 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  Bling just may not be for babies. Retailers have voluntarily recalled pacifiers with Swarovski crystals glued to the handle. The crystals may become easily detached, and pose a choking hazard.For more information on this subject matter, please refer to the section on Defective and Dangerous Products.

• Dangerous Hammocks May Cause Serious Injuries

  Claude Wyle | July 07, 2007 5:29 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  Algoma Net Co. is recalling certain models of their hammock stands because a design flaw can cause the foot brackets to crack or tear, which may cause falls and personal injuries. The defect is not readily detectable, and could lead to serious injury or death. The company has already received 28 reports of cracking or tearing of the foot brackets. Consumers who purchased Algoma hammock stand...

• Mattel Accepts Part of the Blame for Dangerous Recalled Toys

  Claude Wyle | September 24, 2007 3:48 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  In a rare move, Mattel apologized to China and to its customers for its part in the recall of 21 million dangerous and defective toys. Mattel uses Chinese manufacturers to make about 65% of its toys, and derives a huge percentage of its profits from Chinese made toys. Mattel admitted that a substantial portion of the recalled toys were recalled not from Chinese manufacturing defects, but from...

• Mattel Recalls 9 Million Potentially Deadly Toys

  Claude Wyle | August 27, 2007 7:55 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  Mattel issued a recall of 9 million dangerous and defective toys this last Tuesday. After one child death and dozens of serious injuries to children, Mattel has finally recalled these dangerous toys containing small, rare-earth magnets. These magnets are twenty times more powerful than most magnets. The magnets can be deadly to children if swallowed because if children swallow more than one,...

• Members of Congress Raise Concern on Sale of Treated Meat

  Claude Wyle | August 14, 2007 3:59 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  Democrats John D. Dingell and Bart Stupak of Michigan have written to Safeway and meatpacking companies in efforts to curtail sale of meat packaged in carbon monoxide gas. Treating meat with carbon monoxide gas prevents the meat from turning brown as quickly, making it appear fresher. Consumers can be tricked into purchasing unhealthy meat and suffer from food poisoning. Safeway has stepped...

• RC2 Recalls Toxic Toy Trains

  Claude Wyle | August 06, 2007 3:47 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  After discovering lead paint in Thomas Trains, RC2 has issued a recall of the product. Lead paint is known to cause numerous injuries, including seizures and death. This is one toy parents should take away from their children. RC2 is offering to replace the toys at no charge.For more information on this subject, please refer to our section on Defective adn Dangerous Products.

• Recalled Lounge Chairs Cause Severe Injuries

  Claude Wyle | July 03, 2007 12:16 PM | 0 CommentsSan Francisco, CA

  On June 26, 2007, Bond Manufacturing Company issued a recall for the Rockingham Deluxe Lounge Chair. The chairs are also sold as Vanderwall Folding Recliner Chairs. Due to a design flaw, these chairs may collapse or fall backwards. The recall was announced after no less than 13 consumers experienced severe injuries to their shoulders, back, neck and head. Bond has established a toll-free...