National Recall Roundup
Several new and continuing car recalls, not much action elsewhere
NHTSA — Significant New Vehicle Recalls
Honda recalls more than 880,000 vehicles over suspension failure risk
Honda Pilot, Honda Passport, Honda Ridgeline, and Acura MDX are being recalled because rear suspension components can fail, potentially causing a loss of vehicle handling and control and increasing crash risk. The recall covers approximately 880,514 vehicles. Dealers will inspect affected vehicles and install reinforcement kits or replace components as needed at no cost. (Reuters)
Jeep recalls more than 1 million vehicles over fire hazard
Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator are being recalled because wiring associated with the electric-hydraulic power-steering pump can overheat and ignite, even when the vehicle is parked and turned off. More than 1.07 million vehicles are affected. Owners are being advised to park outside and away from structures until repairs are completed. The recall follows dozens of reported fires and at least one injury. (Midland Daily News)
Kia recalls 6,264 Telluride SUVs over seat-belt defect
Kia Telluride and Telluride Hybrid models are being recalled because a defect in the driver’s seat-belt emergency-locking retractor may prevent the belt from functioning properly in a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the seat-belt assembly. (New York Post)
Continuing Major NHTSA Recalls
Ford recalls nearly 420,000 SUVs over seat-belt malfunction
Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator are being recalled because front seat-belt retractors can unexpectedly lock, preventing proper extension or retraction. The defect can reduce occupant protection in a crash. About 419,967 vehicles are affected. (Houston Chronicle)
Ford issues “Do Not Drive” warning
Certain Ford Bronco Sport and Ford Maverick vehicles may have improperly installed front lower control-arm ball joints that could detach and cause loss of steering control. Approximately 4,653 vehicles are involved. (CT Insider)
CPSC — Major Consumer Product Hazards
Walmart recalls 165,000 dressers over child tip-over hazard
Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers sold by Walmart were recalled because they can tip over if not anchored to a wall, creating serious injury, entrapment, and death risks for children. The units fail federal stability requirements. (New York Post)
Baby bottles recalled over choking hazard
Boon NURSH 8 oz Reusable Baby Bottles were recalled because the hard plastic shell can peel or bubble, creating loose pieces that pose a choking hazard to children. Approximately 40,000 bottles are affected. (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
Sauna blankets recalled over fire and burn hazards
SLF Sauna Blankets can overheat, creating fire and burn hazards. About 3,600 units were recalled after multiple overheating reports. (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
Lounge chairs recalled after finger amputation injury
Giantex Outdoor Lounge Chairs were recalled because users can place fingers into a pinch point while adjusting the chair, creating an amputation hazard. The recall followed a reported finger amputation. (LiveNOW)
FDA
No major new nationwide FDA food, drug, or medical-device recalls were identified as significant national consumer alerts during this review period.
USDA FSIS
No major new nationwide USDA FSIS meat or poultry recalls were identified during this review period.
Highest-Priority Hazards
Vehicle fire risk affecting more than 1 million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators.
Suspension failures affecting more than 880,000 Honda and Acura vehicles.
Seat-belt defects affecting Ford, Lincoln, and Kia vehicles.
Potential loss of steering control in certain Ford Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles.
Child tip-over hazards involving recalled dressers.
Fire and burn hazards involving sauna blankets.
Choking hazards involving baby bottles.
Finger-amputation hazards involving adjustable lounge chairs.
Largest newly identified recall: Jeep’s recall of more than 1.07 million Wranglers and Gladiators due to a fire risk that can occur even when the vehicles are parked. (Midland Daily News)