Consumer recall information

One in four recalled cars never get the fix they need, many times because the car owners often never hear about the recall. So, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a database of recalled cars.

<p>If you own a newer model Ford F-150 pickup, your truck may have an issue.</p> <p><a href="javascript:;" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ford announced that it is recalling</a> more than 166,000 F-150s because of an issue with their headlights. The affected headlights may not dim properly, therefore being too bright and reducing visibility for other drivers.</p> <p>The recall only includes F-150s from the 2018-2020 model years and affects pickups that are equipped with high series LED ...

Do you have this water bottle? Take it away from your kids immediately, the company that produces them says.

Annie Chun's Japanese-Style Teriyaki Noodle Bowls have been recalled due to undeclared peanuts, which can cause a serious allergic reaction or illness in those who have a sensitivity or allergy to peanuts.

More than 70,000 ceiling fans sold at Lowe's have been recalled because faulty blades can break and fly off, potentially injuring consumers.

Medtronic has recalled some of its insulin pumps after injuries and one death were reported due to the device malfunctioning, according to a US Food and Drug Administration announcement on Wednesday.

The federal Consumer Product Safety Commission along with four different companies have recalled more than 165,000 infant incline sleepers due to risk of suffocation.

A Chicago company is recalling about 2,020 pounds of raw ground beef that was shipped to nine states, federal health officials said.

If you own a SwaddleMe By Your Bed sleeper, made by Sumr Brands, you should know that the Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a warning to stop using the inclined infant bed immediately.

Two of Japan's biggest automakers, Toyota and Honda, are recalling millions of cars over unrelated safety issues.

<p>If you own a Toyota or Lexus from the 2018 or 2019 model years, check your VIN.</p> <p>The automakers are <a href="javascript:;" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">recalling more than 695,000 vehicles</a> after it was found that the low-pressure fuel pump inside the <a href="javascript:;" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">car’s</a> fuel tank may fail. If that happens, the engine could stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.</p> <p>If the fuel pump fails, drivers may notice the vehicle&...

If you drive a Toyota, you might want to read on.

More common heartburn medications have been recalled due to the presence of an impurity that might cause cancer.

The recall of products containing hard boiled eggs, including bagged hard boiled eggs has now been expanded to include products from Walmart, Costco, convenience stores, Trader Joe's, The Fresh Market and more. The recall includes multiple salads, sandwiches, plates, snack packs, dip packs and packaged hard boiled eggs. North Carolina is included in this recall due to possible Listeria contamination.

The product comes in a vacuum-sealed plastic package in whole fillets, specialty cuts, 4 oz., 8oz., or 1lb. sizes and is either plain or flavored.

Over 55,000 pounds of frozen El Monterey breakfast burritos have been recalled due to the possible presence of plastic pieces. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide and this is a serious Class I recall.

Over 3,000 MR. STEAK Gas Grills sold at Bass Pro Shops, Cabela's and ABT Appliance & Electronics stores nationwide and online have been recalled due to a fire hazard. Read on for the specific recalled products and what to do if you own one.

White Castle has recalled select frozen hamburgers and cheeseburgers due to possible Listeria contamination.

Truly Good Foods South of the Border nut mix from The Fresh Market bulk bins has been recalled due to undeclared soy & tree nuts. This nut mix was sold in North Carolina locations.

A New Jersey produce company is recalling some of its cut fruit products in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Delaware for possible salmonella contamination after more than 30 people got sick.

After an E. coli outbreak infected at least 17 people, a food company has decided to recall more than 75,000 pounds of salad products.

Select Cheese Nips 11 oz. boxes have been recalled nationwide due to the possible presence of small yellow plastic pieces in the product.

Approximately 9,500 cases of Breakstone's Cottage Cheese has been recalled due to possible red plastic and metal contamination. The recalled products include various 16 oz and 24 oz containers of 2% Milkfat Lowfat Cottage Cheese and 4% Milkfat Cottage Cheese. There have been multiple consumer complaints and these products were distributed nationwide.

A Utah company is recalling two-pound frozen bags of Quest beef cat food sold nationwide over fears it may be contaminated with salmonella.

Fresh packaged vegetables, vegetable trays, vegetable bowls & additional vegetable products sold throughout the country under various brands have been recalled due to possible Listeria contamination. The products were sold at many grocery stores nationwide including Walmart, Food Lion, Lowes Foods, Wegmans, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods and more.

About 130,464 pounds of raw ground beef products have been recalled because they may contain plastic, the US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Thursday.

Simmons Prepared Foods has recalled over 2 million pounds of poultry products after it found last month that the chicken may have been contaminated with metal, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

A multistate salmonella outbreak has sickened 10 people and caused one death, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The outbreak is believed to be connected to ground beef.

Nestlé USA has recalled multiple varieties of Nestle Ready To Bake Cookie Dough due to possible contamination with rubber pieces. The recalled products include break and bake dough packages, rolls of dough and tubs of cookie dough.

Season's Choice Frozen Raspberries and Season's Choice Frozen Berry Medley products sold at ALDI locations in select states have been recalled due to possible Hepatitis A contamination. North Carolina is included in this recall.

North Bay Produce, Inc. of Traverse City, Michigan has recalled 2,297 cases of fresh apples due to possible Listeria contamination. North Carolina is one of the eight states to receive the recalled apples, which include multiple varieties.

The Food and Drug Administration has announced a nationwide recall of a batch of alprazolam, a generic version of Xanax, because of potential contamination.

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Inc. is recalling one lot of the anti-anxiety medication alprazolam -- commonly sold under the brand name Xanax -- "due to the potential presence of foreign substance," the company said last week.

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. and its subsidiaries issued a voluntary nationwide recall of its ranitidine medicines used to treat heartburn, the US Food and Drug Administration said on Wednesday.

Over 6,000 pounds of Great Value Fully Cooked Original Pork Sausage Patties and Fully Cooked Original Breakfast Turkey Patties sold at Walmart have been recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination.

A North Carolina company has issued a recall on an undisclosed amount of chicken pie and meat loaf products because the labeling did not indicate they contain allergens.

Drugmaker Sanofi is voluntarily recalling of the heartburn medication Zantac OTC.

Johnson & Johnson announced on Friday that it's initiating a voluntary recall in the United States of its popular Johnson's Baby Powder due to low levels of asbestos contamination.

The North Carolina State Fair has canceled its King Arthur Flour Special Cooking Contest, which was to be held on October 27, due to the recent King Arthur Flour recall.

Mical Seafood, Inc. has voluntarily recalled frozen, wild-caught yellowfin tuna loins, tuna poke, tuna steaks, tuna ground meat, and tuna saku due to potentially elevated levels of histamine.

About 2 million pounds of seasoned beef used in Taco Bell burritos and tacos have been removed from restaurant locations across the country.

Publix Super Markets has recalled Publix Deli White American Cheese, which is sourced from Great Lakes Cheese, due to possible contamination with a foreign material.

Tip Top Poultry, Inc has recalled an undetermined amount of ready-to-eat (RTE) and frozen poultry products that may be contaminated with Listeria. Stores in North Carolina, including Food Lion, Harris Teeter, Aldi and more are included in this recall. The recalled chicken can be found in many brands in refrigerated chicken salad products, chicken wraps, chicken salad sandwiches, frozen chicken appetizers and entrees and more.

Do you store chicken in your freezer? You might want to take a look at the label.

Check your freezer! Blue Bell Ice Cream has recalled a select lot of half gallon Butter Crunch Ice Cream because it may be contaminated with pieces of a broken tool.

Ikea is recalling thousands of infant bibs over concerns their snaps could be a choking hazard if they detach.

King Arthur Unbleached All-Purpose Flour, in 5 lb. and 25 lb. bags, has been recalled nationwide due to the possible presence of E. coli.

Kale Chicken Caesar Pasta from The Fresh Market full service deli case and pre-packaged in their self-service deli case has been recalled due to possible Listeria contamination.

Nissan is recalling 1.23 million SUVs and sedans in the United States and Canada in order to fix a problem with backup cameras in the vehicles.

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd. has expanded its voluntary recall of two blood pressure medications after trace amounts of a potentially cancer-causing impurity were found during testing.

Perdue Foods, LLC has recalled approximately 495 pounds of Simply Smart Organics Gluten Free Chicken Breast Tenders due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. These items were shipped to distributors and retail locations in multiple states including North Carolina.

General Mills on Monday announced a voluntary recall of its five-pound bags of Gold Medal Unbleached All Purpose Flour.

Martha White Gluten Free Sweet Cornbread Muffin Mix has been recalled due to the possible presence of gluten derived from wheat, rye or barley. The recalled product was distributed nationwide.

Udi's Classic Hamburger Buns have been recalled due to possible contamination with small pieces of white plastic.

A California beef processing and packaging company has announced a recall of approximately 25,000 pounds of beef after declaring it's just not safe to eat, the USDA announced.

Approximately 5.7 million Contigo Kids Cleanable Water Bottles have been recalled due to a choking hazard. These water bottles were sold nationwide at Costco, Walmart, Target and other stores nationwide and online.

Some packages of Dole baby spinach have been recalled because of concerns about salmonella contamination.

Entenmann's Little Bites Soft Baked Cookies have been recalled due to the possible presence of plastic pieces in the pouches. North Carolina is included in this recall.

Great Value Mild Taco Seasoning Mix (sold at Walmart) and HEB Taco Seasoning Mix Reduced Sodium have been recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination.

Thousands of pounds of frozen meatballs sold in 10 states are being recalled, the US Department of Agriculture announced.

Allergan issued a worldwide recall of Biocell textured breast implants and tissue expanders that have been linked to a rare cancer. The move came after the US Food and Drug Administration requested the manufacturer voluntarily recall the products.

Packaged Archer Farms-brand and Freskëtbrand Egg Salad, Tuna Salad, Thai Lobster Salad, and Archer Farms Deviled Egg Sandwiches have been recalled from Target and The Fresh Market due to possible Listeria contamination.

Home appliance maker Whirlpool has launched a recall of hundreds of thousands of tumble driers from UK homes, years after it emerged they are at risk of catching fire.

The FDA reminded consumers on Friday that select RAGÚ pasta sauces had been recalled nationwide because they may contain fragments of plastic. Check your pantry and refrigerator for these products and do not consume them if you have the recalled sauce. The recall, which was originally announced in June, was posted to the FDA website on July 19 and includes select 45 oz. and 66 oz. RAGÚ products.

Over the last several years, light-emitting therapy masks intended to treat acne have streamed into the marketplace and onto Instagram, filling feeds with pictures of people that resemble space-age hockey goalies. Neutrogena’s version of the product, which the company said would kill acne bacteria and fight “inflammation,” cost between $30 and $40, making it one of the more affordable masks on the market.

A Canadian exotic meat company is recalling ground bison after 21 people in seven states were infected with strains of E. coli, US federal agencies announced Wednesday.

Pita Pal Foods is recalling 87 types of hummus products over concerns about potential listeria contamination, according to the US Food and Drug Administration.

Flowers Foods, Inc. issued a voluntary recall on Tuesday for several brands of hot dog & hamburger buns, dinner rolls and kaiser buns including including Great Value, Market Pantry, L'oven Fresh, Publix, Nature's Own, IGA, Members Mark, Ingles, Piggly Wiggly, Sunbeam, Wonder and more.

Ford Focus owners, listen up: Ford Motor Co. is recalling about 58,000 Ford Focus cars.

One new toy story is a need-to-know for parents: Disney has voluntarily recalled 80,000 "Forky" plush toys, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Check your fridge! Various fresh select packaged vegetables from multiple grocery stores throughout the country including Food Lion and Trader Joe's have been recalled due to Listeria contamination.

Venus on Friday announced a voluntary recall of its Simply3 disposable razors because they could cause cuts during normal use.

TOKYO — Nissan on Thursday revealed two new blows to its embattled management, as it announced a recall of 490,000 vehicles in Japan and disclosed that its shareholders remain split over its chief executive, Hiroto Saikawa.

If you take blood pressure medication, check your prescription. The Food and Drug Administration is expanding an existing recall of a prescription medication used to treat high blood pressure because of the drug’s link to certain cancers. There have been multiple recalls for blood-pressure medication since July 2018, and now

The US Food and Drug Administration issued a warning on Thursday about possible risk of hacking for some diabetes patients' insulin pumps. Certain insulin pumps from Medtronic MiniMed have been recalled due to potential cybersecurity risks and it's recommended for people who use those insulin pumps to switch to different models, according to the FDA.

Alma Pak of Alma, Georgia is recalling frozen blackberries and frozen mixed berries from Walmart & Save-A-Lot stores due to possible Norovirus contamination. North Carolina stores are included in this recall.

Sprouts Farmers Market has recalled select frozen spinach due to possible Listeria contamination. North Carolina stores are included in this recall.

Certain RAGÚ​​​​​​​ pasta sauces are under a voluntary recall, Mizkan America, Inc., announced. The products may contain fragments of plastic.

Approximately 246,514 pounds of El Monterey Burrito Breakfast Wraps have been recalled due to the possible presence of small rocks. These items were shipped to retail locations nationwide and this is a serious Class I recall.

Allergic to milk products? You may want to check your pantry.

For the second time in two weeks, flour is being recalled because of E. coli fears.

King Arthur Flour, Inc. is recalling Unbleached All-Purpose Flour in 5 pound bags due to the possible presence of E. coli. The recalled product was sold through retailers nationwide.

Ford is recalling 1.2 million Explorers over a problem with their suspensions.

Tyson Foods, Inc., has recalled more than 190,000 pounds of Tyson Fully Cooked, Whole Grain Golden Crispy Chicken Chunk Fritters that may be contaminated with hard plastic, the company said in a statement.

Johnsonville Jalapeño Cheddar Smoked Sausage Links have been recalled due to possible contamination with hard green plastic. This is a serious Class I recall so check your fridge and freezer for this product.

Various Perdue Simply Smart Chicken products have been recalled due to possible foreign matter contamination including Nuggets, Tenders and Strips. This is a Class I recall so make sure you check your fridge and freezer for these products.

If you're planning on firing up the grill this Memorial Day weekend, you may want to double check your meat products before you get a very un-festive surprise.

More than 2,000 pounds of Vienna Beef hot dogs have been recalled because they may contain metal fragments, the US Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service said.

Various Purely Elizabeth Granola and Bars and GreenWise Granola products have been recalled due to possible foreign matter contamination. Read on for the list of recalled products, which are sold at multiple area grocery stores.

The Food and Drug Administration is alerting tattoo artists, tattoo ink retailers and those seeking to get a new tattoo of an important recall.

South Shore furniture issued a recall Thursday for 3-drawer chests sold online at Walmart, Amazon, Target and other stores.

More than 2 million pounds of frozen entrees have been recalled due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the US Department of Agriculture said.

Tyson Foods has significantly expanded a recall of its chicken strips over concerns that some might be contaminated with pieces of metal, federal food safety officials said Friday.

Pfizer Consumer Healthcare has issued a recall for ThermaCare Back Pain Therapy HeatWraps due to the potential risk of skin injuries such as burns/blisters and/or skin irritation.

The children's product company Kids II has recalled 700,000 rocking baby sleepers after the deaths of five infants who had used the rocker while unrestrained.

Apple has recalled two types of plug adapters and asked customers to stop using them because of a risk of electric shock.

Target has recalled Bullseye's Playground wooden toy vehicles due to a choking hazard.

The parent company of Ben & Jerry's is pulling two ice cream flavors because of issues with nuts.

Mondelēz Global LLC is recalling certain Chewy Chips Ahoy 13 oz bags of cookies because of the presence of a possible "unexpected solidified ingredient." There have been reports of adverse health effects so check your pantry.

Thirteen people in seven states have been sickened with salmonella since January, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday, adding the source of this outbreak is believed to be Jensen Tuna Inc.'s frozen raw ground tuna.

Fresh cut melon sold at Walmart, Target, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods & more has been recalled due to the possible presence of Salmonella. The recalled products were sold in North Carolina stores and include honeydew, watermelon, cantaloupe and mixed fruit packages.

Federal officials say that a North Carolina company is recalling 28 tons of "hot stuffed sandwiches" across the nation.

A recall was issued for approximately 20,373 pounds of ready-to-eat beef patties that were shipped to some schools and food service establishments nationwide.

Matco Tools on Wednesday recalled a batch of wireless cellphone chargers due to reports of overheating and burning.

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company has recalled select Muse cat food products because they may contain rubber pieces.

Three lots of Darwin's Natural Pet Products refrigerated raw dog food have been recalled after they tested positive for salmonella, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

A recall was issued Monday for approximately 2,686 pounds of ready-to-eat sausage products that may be contaminated with metal.

A recall was issued Saturday, March 23, for some California-grown organic avocados sold at stores in North Carolina.

Tyson Foods is recalling chicken strips that may contain metal, federal food safety officials said Thursday.

An outbreak of salmonella infections that led to the recall of more than 5 million pounds of ground beef in December is over, the Centers for Disease Control announced Friday, but warns that many consumers could still have contaminated beef in their freezers.

The FDA has recalled DG/health Naturals baby Cough Syrup + Mucus due to a bacterial contamination.

Butterball is recalling 39 tons of ground turkey products due to potential samonella contamination, the North Carolina-based company said in a statement Wednesday. Eating or handling contaminated food can cause salmonellosis, one of the most common bacterial foodborne illnesses.

Hometown Food Company issued a voluntary recall for select Pillsbury Unbleached All Purpose Flour products, amid concerns they may be contaminated with salmonella, the US Department of Agriculture said.

Conagra Brands, Inc., has recalled canned microwavable bowls of Chef BOYARDEE rice with chicken & vegetables due to misbranding and undeclared allergens (milk and wheat), according to the USDA. Apparently the products actually contain beef ravioli products, not chicken and rice. They were shipped to Florida, Kentucky and New York.

More than 30,000 pounds of ground beef shipped nationwide from Washington Beef, LLC has been recalled due to the possible presence of extraneous materials including hard plastic and metal.

A widespread recall of common blood pressure and heart failure medications has been expanded to include more drugs containing losartan. The recall is due to an "impurity" that is classified as a potential human carcinogen.

Bagged Marketside Green Beans and Butternut Squash shipped to Walmart stores in nine states (including North Carolina) have been recalled due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

"Boston Market Home Style Meals Boneless Pork Rib Shaped Patty With BBQ Sauce & Mashed Potatoes" frozen dinners have been recalled due to the possible presence of glass or hard plastic. This is a serious Class I recall with a high health risk.

Fisher-Price has recalled its Children's Power Wheels Barbie Dream Campers due to risk of injury.

A pet food brand meant to help dogs with health problems is being recalled. Science Diet says some of its canned dog foods have too much vitamin D.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is recalling approximately 36,420 pounds of chicken nuggets that may be contaminated with rubber.

A large fruit recall issued last week by the Food and Drug Administration reaches North Carolina.

General Mills is recalling some five-pound bags of its Gold Medal unbleached flour over fears of salmonella contamination.

Johnsonville, LLC has recalled over 48,000 pounds of Johnsonville Grillers Cheddar Cheese & Bacon Flavor products due to possible contamination with black rubber.

Perdue Foods, LLC has recalled over 68,000 pounds of ready-to-eat Simplysmart Organics Gluten Free Chicken Nuggets due to possible contamination with wood.

The FDA has been and continues to recall blood pressure medication Valsartan due to the discovery of cancer-causing agents in the drugs.

The recall of popular heart drugs has expanded yet again.

The FDA is warning patients of another recall involving blood pressure medication and cancer-causing agents.