National Recall Roundup - June 11
Two recalls in effect for fire risk
NHTSA — Major New Vehicle Recalls
Honda recalls more than 1 million vehicles over tire repair kit injury hazard
Honda Accord Hybrid, Honda CR-V Hybrid, and certain other Honda models are being recalled because a defective tire sealant bottle in the emergency tire repair kit can build excessive pressure, causing the cap to detach and become a projectile. Honda has received dozens of warranty claims and multiple injury reports. More than 1.04 million vehicles are affected. (Reuters)
Jeep recalls more than 1 million vehicles over fire risk
Jeep Wrangler and Jeep Gladiator are being recalled because wiring connected to the electric-hydraulic power steering pump can overheat and ignite, even when the vehicle is parked and turned off. Owners are being advised to park outside and away from structures until repairs are completed. Approximately 1,076,999 vehicles are affected. (NHTSA)
Honda recalls 880,000 SUVs and pickups over suspension failure risk
Honda Pilot, Honda Passport, Honda Ridgeline, and Acura MDX are being recalled because corrosion of rear suspension components can lead to reduced vehicle control and increased crash risk. Approximately 880,514 vehicles are covered by the recall. (Reuters)
CPSC — Significant Consumer Product Hazards
Walmart recalls 165,000 dressers over child tip-over hazard
Mainstays 9-Drawer Fabric Dressers were recalled because they can tip over if not anchored to a wall, posing serious injury, entrapment, and death risks to children. The products fail federal stability requirements under the STURDY Act. About 165,000 units are affected. (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
Baby bottles recalled due to choking hazard
Boon NURSH 8 oz Reusable Baby Bottles were recalled because the hard plastic outer shell can bubble or peel, creating loose plastic fragments that pose a choking hazard to young children. About 40,000 bottles are affected. (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
Sauna blankets recalled over fire and burn hazards
SLF Sauna Blankets can overheat during use, creating fire and burn hazards. Approximately 3,600 units were recalled following multiple overheating reports. (U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
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
Fire risk in more than 1 million Jeep Wranglers and Gladiators.
Projectile injury risk from defective Honda tire-repair kits affecting more than 1 million vehicles.
Suspension failures in nearly 900,000 Honda and Acura vehicles.
Child tip-over and entrapment hazards involving recalled dressers.
Fire and burn hazards involving sauna blankets.
Choking hazards involving baby bottles.
Most urgent consumer alert: The Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator recall, because affected vehicles can potentially catch fire even while parked and turned off. (NHTSA)