Tag: recall

US Firm Recalls Thousands of Packages of Shrimp Over Listeria

A Florida-based firm is recalling about 20,830 packages of Fisherman’s Wharf cooked shrimp due to a possible bacteria contamination. The products were distributed across the United States, said the firm last week. Southeastern Grocers, based in Jacksonville, said the shrimp products may contain Listeria monocytogenes. The product is: Fisherman’s Wharf, Shrimp 16 /20 Cooked Shrimp in 16-ounce…


Stellantis Recalling Nearly 20,000 Plug-In Minivans for Fire Risks

WASHINGTON—Chrysler parent Stellantis is recalling 19,808 plug-in hybrid minivans and urged owners to stop recharging them, after reports of 12 fires in parked vehicles. The automaker said the recall covers 2017–2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. All were parked and turned off, while eight were connected to chargers. Stellantis said it was unaware of any related…


Tesla Recalls Nearly 27,000 Vehicles Over Windshield Defrost Issues That Raise Risk of Crash

Tesla is recalling 26,681 vehicles in the United States due to a software error that could cause windshields not to defrost properly, raising the risk of a crash, U.S. road safety authorities said. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said in a Feb. 8 letter (pdf) that Tesla is recalling certain 2021–2022 Model 3, Model…


Huntington Beach Recall Signatures Fall Short for 2 Councilmembers, More Confident for Others

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.—The effort to recall two Huntington Beach elected officials failed to get the required number of signatures by a Feb. 7 deadline, according to recall organizers. The recall effort by a 20 -member group known as Save Surf City had targeted Barbara Delgleize, who is now the city’s mayor, and Councilwoman Natalie Moser….


San Francisco School Board Recall Explained | Siva Raj

There’s a campaign in San Francisco to recall three school board members. A number of parents are frustrated with the board not prioritizing the reopening of the schools. My guest is Siva Raj, co-lead for this recall campaign. He explains why this recall has gained so much momentum and how it will impact the city….


Kia Recalls 410 Thousand Vehicles; Air Bags Might Not Work in Crash

DETROIT—Kia is recalling more than 410,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a problem that can stop the air bags from inflating in a crash. The recall covers certain Forte small cars from the 2017 and 2018 model years, and Sedona minivans and Soul small SUVs from 2017 through 2019. The electric Soul also is…


Kia Recalls 410,000 Vehicles; Air Bags Might Not Work in Crash

DETROIT—Kia is recalling more than 410,000 vehicles in the U.S. to fix a problem that can stop the air bags from inflating in a crash. The recall covers certain Forte small cars from the 2017 and 2018 model years, and Sedona minivans and Soul small SUVs from 2017 through 2019. The electric Soul also is…


Ford Recalls 200,000 Cars Because Brake Lights Can Stay On

DETROIT—Ford is recalling about 200,000 cars in the United States to fix a problem that can stop the brake lights from turning off. The recall covers certain 2014 and 2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ midsize cars as well as some 2015 Mustangs. All were sold or registered in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia,…


LA City to Verify Signatures for Bonin Recall Campaign This Week Amid Growing Homeless Population

LOS ANGELES—The signatures collected by the recall campaign against Los Angeles City Councilman Mike Bonin, whose district includes Venice Beach and West Los Angeles, are expected to be verified on Jan. 18. Venice Beach residents Nico Ruderman and Katrina Schmitt initiated the recall campaign in June and submitted 39,188 signatures—well over 27,400, the number required…


Bistak Recalling Products Due to Salmonella Risk From Rodent Infestation

A variety of products distributed by Bistak Enterprises Inc. and Bistak Groceries Inc. are being recalled due to possible salmonella contamination from rodent infestation. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency says the products may include dry foods such as grains, beans, flour; grocery canned goods; fats and oils; drinks; meat products; fish products; baked goods; spices;…