Feb
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Step2 Recalls Over 17,000 Little Helper’s Shopping Carts

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Step2 has issued a voluntary recall of more than 17,000 Little Helper’s children’s grocery shopping carts. It’s possible that the basket on these carts may break into sharp pieces, posing a potential safety risk. Step 2 is aware of 22 incidents involving broken baskets, but no injuries have been reported yet.

This recall involves Step2’s Little Helper’s Shopping Carts that were sold at Kohl’s, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Step2, and other retailers nationwide from May 2019 through October 2019. The following model numbers and color combinations may be affected:

  • 700000 (blue basket with tan cart)
  • 708500 (pink basket with white cart)
  • 8567KL (pink basket with gray cart)

Step2 has isolated this issue to baskets on only those models that were manufactured in May of 2019, so only units with date code combinations of 5 and 19 are included in the recall. The date code can be found on the center rib on the back of the basket below the handle, and the model number is located on the product’s packaging.

Customers are urged to stop using the shopping cart immediately and contact Step2 for a free replacement or a refund. This can be done by completing an online request or by calling the company at 800-347-8372 between 8 AM and 5 PM EST Monday through Friday.

Feb
21

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File a Claim for Up to $20 From the Ocean Spray Class Action Lawsuit – No Receipts Required

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Ocean Spray has agreed to pay $5.4 million to resolve claims that some of their juices were falsely advertised as containing “no artificial flavors.” This settlement is the result of a 2017 lawsuit, which alleged that Ocean Spray wrongfully represented their products as containing “No High Fructose Corn Syrup, Artificial Colors or Flavors” in order to deceive customers into purchasing their products.

The plaintiffs claim that Ocean Spray juice products contain a synthetic form of malic acid, which is derived from petrochemicals and produces a tart flavor in food. The company has not admitted to any wrongdoing but has agreed to resolve the claims within the terms of the $5.4 million settlement.

This settlement benefits anyone who purchased certain Ocean Spray products between Jan. 1st, 2011 and Jan. 31st, 2020. A full list of included products is available in the “Who Is Covered” section of the class-action lawsuit’s website.

The settlement will provide $1 in cash for each product purchased. Up to 20 products can be claimed by a household, for a maximum payment of $20. No receipts are required, but claimants will be asked, under penalty of perjury, to provide the date of the purchase and the address of the store where each purchase was made.

In order to benefit from this settlement, Class Members must fully complete and submit a Claim Form by July 10th, 2020. This can be done either online or by mail. More information can be obtained directly from the class action lawsuit’s official website at ArtificialFlavorLitigation.com.

Jan
15

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Toyota Recalls Nearly 700,000 Vehicles Due to Fuel Pump Concerns

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Toyota is conducting a safety recall involving certain Lexus and Toyota Vehicles. Approximately 696,000 vehicles from model years 2018-2019 are involved in this recall. A complete list of the affected models can be found here.

The company reports that affected vehicles may be equipped with a faulty fuel pump which could stop operating and cause the vehicle to stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Consumers are warned that if this were to occur, warning lights and messages may appear on the instrument panel and the engine might “run rough.”

Toyota is currently investigating this issue and working to develop a fix, which will eventually be made available at no cost to vehicle owners. All known owners of the affected vehicles will be notified by first-class mail by mid-March.

To see if your vehicle is involved in this safety recall, visit Toyota.com/recall or nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) or license plate information. For any additional questions, customers can also call the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331 or the Lexus Guest Experience Center at 1-800-255-3987.

Jan
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Infants’ Tylenol Class Action Settlement – Get Up to $15 Back Without Proof of Purchase

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Johnson & Johnson has agreed to pay up to $6.3 million to settle a class-action lawsuit claiming that its Infants’ Tylenol was deceptively packaged as being uniquely formulated for babies.

The lawsuit claimed that the pain reliever was marketed to new parents by use of the word “infants” along with a picture of a mother holding a baby. This allegedly caused consumers to believe that the medicine was made especially for infants when in fact, Infants’ Tylenol contains liquid acetaminophen in the same concentration as Children’s Tylenol.

If you’re a U.S. resident who bought Johnson & Johnson Infants’ Tylenol between October 3, 2014 and January 6, 2020, you can use this Claim Form to request a partial refund of $2.15 per bottle for up to seven bottles without proof of purchase. The maximum you can receive without proof of purchase is $15.05, but consumers with receipts may claim an unlimited number of bottles.

Claim Forms must be submitted online by April 13, 2020, and only one Claim Form may be submitted per household. Claimants are reminded that all claims are submitted under penalty of perjury. If you’re unsure whether you qualify, please read the FAQ section of the Settlement Administrator’s website to verify your eligibility.

Dec
10

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Multistate E. Coli Outbreak Linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp Chopped Salad Kits

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning consumers about a multi-state outbreak of E. coli infections linked to Fresh Express Sunflower Crisp chopped salad kits. So far, eight people from three states have been infected with the strain responsible for the outbreak.

This outbreak is caused by a different strain of E. coli than the other current outbreak linked to romaine lettuce from the Salinas, California growing region. That outbreak has caused over 100 reported cases of infection.

The CDC is still investigating and trying to determine whether the two E. coli outbreaks are somehow related. Initial information suggests that the romaine lettuce in the Sunflower Crisp kits likely came from the Salinas growing region, where the first outbreak originated.

Consumers, retailers, and restaurants should not sell or consume any of the Sunflower Crisp salad kits with a best-before date of December 7, 2019 or earlier. The CDC warns that the affected packages will also have the identification code UPC 0 71279 30906 4, and a lot code beginning with Z. The lot code is located on the top right corner of the front of the bag.

The CDC is urging anyone with this product to throw it away immediately. The agency also recommends washing and sanitizing any refrigerator shelves or drawers where the product was stored. For more information, the complete food safety alert can be viewed on the CDC’s website

Nov
21

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Over 75,000 Pounds of Salad Products Recalled Due to Possible E. Coli Contamination

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The United States Department of Agriculture has announced that Missa Bay is recalling approximately 75,233 pounds of salad products that contain meat or poultry. The lettuce in these products may be contaminated with E. coli O157:H7. The affected items were produced from October 14, 2019, through October 16, 2019.

The contamination was discovered as part of a foodborne illness outbreak investigation. The presence of E. coli was first confirmed by the Maryland Department of Health. Potentially contaminated products were also shipped to distribution centers in Alabama, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and Wisconsin.

The products affected by this recall have the establishment number “EST. 18502B” inside the USDA mark of inspection. A complete list of the products being recalled can be found here.

Most people infected with this strain of E. coli will recover with rehydration and other supportive care within a week. Children under 5 years old, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems are most likely to develop serious complications.

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. These items should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase. Anyone with questions regarding this recall is asked to contact Mary Toscano, Consumer Affairs Manager for Bonduelle at 1-800-800-7822.

Oct
31

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Honeycrisp, McIntosh, and Other Apple Varieties Recalled for Possible Listeria Contamination

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A Michigan produce company is recalling nearly 2,300 cases of fresh apples for possible listeria contamination. North Bay Produce said that the recall affects six different apple varieties including Fuji, Honeycrisp, McIntosh, Jonamac, Jonathan, and Red Delicious.

The recalled apples were sold in plastic bags under the brands Great Lakes, North Bay Produce, and Pure Michigan. They were also sold in unbranded clear plastic tote bags, white paper tote bags, and individually from retailers’ display trays.

The affected apples were shipped to Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, North Carolina, Texas, and Wisconsin between October 16 and October 21. Apples purchased before October 16th are not affected by the recall.

This recall is the result of a test revealing the presence of listeria, the company said in a statement. There have been no reported illnesses related to the apples so far.

Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious illness in young children, elderly people, and anyone with weakened immune systems. Healthy people can also be affected, and it can be particularly dangerous for pregnant women and their unborn children.

Anyone with an affected product is urged not to consume it and to either discard it immediately or return it to the store where it was purchased. Consumers with questions may call 1-231-929-4001, Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM Eastern Time, or visit NorthBayProduce.com.

You can also view a complete list of apple varieties, product descriptions, and photos in the statement released by North Bay Produce.

Oct
27

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Own a FitBit? You May Qualify for Payment from a Class Action Settlement

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There’s another class action settlement in the news!

If you purchased select Fitbit products with the Sleep Tracking function, you may be eligible to receive compensation as part of a class action settlement.

Consumers who purchased a Fitbit Ultra, Fitbit One, or Fitbit Flex between September 1st, 2009 and October 27, 2014 in select locations may be eligible to receive a payment of $12.50. The qualifying locations and dates are as follows:

  • California or Florida from September 1, 2009 to October 27, 2014
  • New York, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, or Ohio from March 26, 2012 to October 27, 2014
  • Missouri or Illinois from March 26, 2013 to October 27, 2014
  • Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, or Washington state from March 26, 2014 to October 27, 2014

If you believe you qualify, you have until December 22nd, 2019 to file a claim. The email address used to register the product will be used as your proof of purchase.

Anyone with questions regarding this class action lawsuit or the resulting settlement is asked to call 1-855-336-4163 or visit SleepDeviceSettlement.com.

Oct
21

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Frozen Meat Recalled from Walmart Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

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Check your freezer! ??

More than 6,400 pounds of frozen meat sold at Walmart have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.

George’s Prepared Foods, the company that produces Great Value fully cooked frozen pork sausage and turkey sausage products, said that a small group of these products tested positive for salmonella. Instead of disposing of them, the company accidentally shipped these products nationwide.

According to the US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, the recalled products were produced on April 19, 2019, April 27, 2019, May 7, 2019, and May 9, 2019. They have the numbers “EST. M2206T” or “P-2260T” printed on their packaging. The following products have been recalled:

  • Great Value Fully Cooked Original Pork Sausage Patties (24.92-oz) with a use-by date of 10/16/19 and a lot code of 1091971894
  • Great Value Fully Cooked Original Breakfast Turkey Patties (24.92-oz) with a use-by date of 10/24/19 and a lot code of 1171971897
  • Family Size Great Value Fully Cooked Original Pork Sausage Patties (35.6-oz) with use-by dates of 11/03/19 and 11/05/19 and lot codes of 1271972894 and 1291972894

Consumers who have purchased these products are urged not to consume them. They should be thrown away or returned to the point of purchase. While there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products, anyone concerned about an injury or illness should contact a healthcare provider.

Consumers with food safety questions can call the toll-free USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-888-MPHotline (1-888-674-6854) or live chat via Ask USDA from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Eastern Time) Monday through Friday.

Oct
15

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Taco Bell Recalls Over 2 Million Pounds of Seasoned Beef

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Kenosha Beef International has recalled over 2 million pounds of seasoned beef used in Taco Bell’s burritos and tacos.

This recall was issued due to concerns that the meat may be contaminated with metal shavings, said the USDA in a news release. The problem was discovered when a customer reported that they found a “metal shaving” in a menu item containing seasoned beef.

The meat in question was shipped from one supplier to five distribution centers and then delivered to restaurant locations in 21 states across the United States. Taco Bell confirmed in its own press release that it voluntarily recalled about 2.3 million pounds of seasoned beef beginning on October 11th. And they claim that 100% of the product has now been removed from all affected restaurants.

Julie Masino, President of Taco Bell Corp., North Ameria, had this to say:

“Nothing is more important than our customers’ safety, and nothing means more to us than their trust. As soon as we received the first consumer complaint, we immediately acted to remove the product from the affected restaurants and proactively worked with the supplier to inform the USDA of our steps to protect our guests.”

According to the USDA news release, there have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions, but the agency does urge anyone concerned about an injury or illness to contact their healthcare provider.

Consumers with other questions are encouraged to call 1-800-TACOBELL (1-800-822-6235) Monday through Friday from 8AM-4PM Pacific Time.

Oct
4

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Bakers Beware! King Arthur Flour Has Been Recalled (Including From Costco)

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King Arthur Flour has expanded their voluntary national recall of specific lots of its Unbleached All-Purpose Flour due to the potential presence of E. coli.

King Arthur issued a voluntary recall of select 5lb bags King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour. ADM Milling Co., a supplier of King Arthur flour, informed the company that there was a link between an ongoing outbreak of E. coli infections. To date, no illnesses have been reported in connection with King Arthur flour.

The flour affected by this voluntary recall is King Arthur’s Unbleached All-Purpose Flour in the 5-pound and 25-pound bags (these larger bags were only sold through Costco stores). It was milled prior to February 2019 at an ADM Milling facility in Buffalo, NY and was distributed through retailers and distributors nationwide, and sold through the company’s website, catalog, and store in Norwich, VT.

You can find the information on the bottom of the side panel of the bag located just below the nutrition facts panel.

A complete list of the Lot Codes and Best Used by Dates affected can be seen on King Arthur’s recall page. To find your product’s Best Used By and Lot Code information, check the bottom of the ingredient side panel of the 5 lb. bag. Both the Best Used By date and the Lot Code must all match in order to be affected by this recall.

Consumers who have flour from any of these affected lots should return it to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. You may also choose to dispose of the flour and submit a claim for a refund or replacement by clicking on the blue “Recall Assistance” button on King Arthur’s recall page, or by calling the Consumer Hotline at 866-797-9178.

Oct
1

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CVS Removes Zantac Due to Cancer Concerns

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CVS Pharmacy has suspended the sale of all Zantac brand and CVS Health brand ranitidine products indefinitely.

CVS made the decision to remove these products from its shelves following a Product Alert from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA warns that ranitidine may contain low levels of nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), which is a probable human carcinogen.

CVS said in a statement that this decision was made “out of an abundance of caution.” Ranitidine products have not been recalled, the FDA is not recommending that patients stop taking them, and medications containing ranitidine continue to be sold at other retailers. So far, the levels of NDMA found in ranitidine products are only slightly higher than the amounts found in common foods.

CVS customers who have already purchased ranitidine products can return them to CVS for a refund. The retailer will continue to sell other over-the-counter H2 Blockers like Pepcid, Tagamet, and their generic equivalents (famotidine and cimetidine). The FDA is encouraging anyone wishing to discontinue the use of ranitidine to discuss alternative treatments with their doctor.

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