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Consumer Alert-Product Recalls

THIS WEEK'S PRODUCT RECALLS:

2012 and 2013 Toro Z Master Commercial 2000 Series ZRT Zero-Turn riding mowers, because a pulley can rub against the fuel tank, creating a fire hazard.

2012 and 2013 Buick LaCrosse and Regal, and 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco vehicles equipped with eAssist, because the engine may stall and/or the vehicle may not start, plus there may be a burning or melting odor, smoke, and possibly a fire in the trunk.

2002-2003 BMW 325i, 325xi, 330i, 330xi sedans; 325Ci and 330Ci coupes and convertibles; 325iT and 325xiT Sports Wagons; and M3 coupes and convertibles, due to a safety defect in the passenger side frontal air bag.

1.75 quart containers of IGA Brand “Vanilla & Chocolate” Ice Cream may incorrectly contain Heavenly Hash ice cream, which contains almonds, coconut, and soy, which are allergens not declared on the carton.  This could be a serious concern for those with food allergies.

Optimus Tower Quartz Heaters sold at Family Dollar Stores due to overheating and fire hazards.

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LAWS HAVE CHANGED REGARDING THE RESALE OF DROP-SIDE CRIBS

In December 2010, the Consumer Product Safety Commission mandated new safety standards be implemented for all cribs sold or manufactured in the United States by June 28, 2011. While stores already are carrying the new products, childcare services, such as daycare centers and in-home providers, have until Dec. 28 to replace all noncompliant cribs with the new, safer models. The new standards require strengthening slats, improving mattress support, eliminating drop sides, making hardware stronger and conducting more rigorous testing. The Child Care Resource Center suggests that if you already own a crib to verify with the manufacturer that it meets the new safety standards and check to make sure it has not been recalled by going to www.cspc.gov. The agency also warns against buying previously used cribs, or using hand-me-down cribs.

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO RANDY'S INTERVIEW WITH KIM SHIBLEY OF THE CHILD CARE RESOURCE CENTER

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LAST WEEK'S RECALLS:

2011 model MTD Cub Cadet 2011 Commercial Zero Turn Mowers, due to fuel leaks and a fire hazard.

California Pizza Kitchen® Crispy Thin Crust White®, and Limited Edition Grilled Chicken with Cabernet Sauce pizza; and DiGiorno® Crispy Flatbread Pizza Tuscan Style Chicken, and Bianca/White Pizza, because the pizza may contain fragments of clear plastic.

Orville Redenbacher’s Classic Kettle Korn flavor ready-to-eat popcorn may contain milk, which is not on the label and may be an allergy concern.

2007-2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser vehicles due to Driving Lamp Kits which are too bright for oncoming traffic.

2013 Nissan Altima vehicles’ spare tires may have been significantly over- or under-inflated, increasing the risk of a crash.

2012-2013 Honda Fit Sport vehicles due to a concern with the electronic stability control (ESC) system, increasing the risk of a crash.

Louisville Slugger OneX Fastpitch Softball Bats because the bat's barrel can separate from the handle during use.

LEM 5-Tray Food Dehydrators sold at Bass Pro Shops, Gander Mountain, and online, because the fan can fail and create a fire hazard Due to Fire Hazard.

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CLICK HERE to find more information on these and all recalls.

Listen for the latest recall information on the Morning Mix Consumer Alert, Monday morning at 9:25