Defective Products
Baby rattle shaped like dumbbell recalled
Where babies are concerned, it is not necessary for toys to be complex. Toys used by the very young are often very basic with an action resulting in either a visual or auditory result. A good example of this is...
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Tire blow-outs prompt recall of Jeep strollers
Last week we wrote about the recall of certain model years of Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Liberties due to the risk that fire could break out when the vehicle is hit a certain way. In this post we write...
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MacBook Pro batteries recalled by retailer
Electronic devices are an everyday part of life for individuals throughout the nation. Accordingly, stores focused on such products have become quite popular and can be found many places including the Pittsburgh area. These businesses, which vary in size, carry...
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2.7 million Jeeps recalled for fire risk
Owners of certain models of Jeep vehicles should be aware of a recall recently issued by the vehicle manufacturer, Chrysler Group. The recall is due to a defect that reportedly makes it easy for the automobiles to start on fire...
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Baby recliners recalled after baby deaths
For most parents it is difficult to imagine anything happening to their beautiful new baby. In anticipation of the birth of a baby many people spend hours reading about how best to raise their children and what products are the...
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Possible salmonella prompts cereal recall
Cinnamon Toast Crunch is a favorite breakfast cereal of children throughout the nation. The sweet cereal is even more fun when it is served from a miniature single serve box. Pittsburgh area parents who have purchased single-serve packages of the...
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Pittsburgh area owners of glass patio tables beware!
This time of year many in the Pittsburgh area want do as many things possible outside. This includes dining. While some head to area restaurants with outdoor patios, others prefer to remain at home. To make the practice easier, many...
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Fuel leak prompts recall of Ford vehicles
Over the course of the past few years, American car maker, Ford, has waged a comeback after many previous years of struggling in the car marketplace. That comeback may be hampered a bit as a result of recent news regarding...
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Safer saw technology available, not being used
Virtually everyone who uses power saws knows the dangers that the tool presents. When fingers or other body parts get in the way of a spinning blade, the result can be serious injuries including amputations. Despite users recognizing the dangers...
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Problem with tie rods prompts recall of Maseratis and Alfa Romeos
The adage "you get what you pay for," is not always accurate. Owners of certain luxury cars manufactured by Maserati in the Pittsburgh area are likely well aware of this. According to the National Highway Safety Administration, a total of...
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Pittsburgh area families may be affected by bean bag chair recall
For parents of young children, bean bag chairs are a popular seating option for the younger members of a family. In addition to being light weight and easy to move around, children are often interested in how the chairs feel...
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Avon microwave popcorn maker recalled due to fire hazard
Popcorn is a snack favorite for many throughout the nation including those who live in Western Pennsylvania. While some people purchase the snack pre-popped and bagged in stores, others prefer to make it at home either on the stove or...
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