Protecting What's Right

Over 200 million eggs recalled due to salmonella poisoning

Aug212010

Hundreds of millions of eggs produced by Wright County Egg in Iowa have been recalled following over 200 cases of salmonella poisoning, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).  The eggs, which were distributed around the country, were linked to salmonella outbreaks in California, Colorado, and Minnesota. The eggs were sold under [...]

NHTSA investigating safety problems in 2010 Kia Soul

Aug182010

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating a potentially serious defect in the 2010 Kia Soul–a problem with the steering shaft that could cause the driver to not only lose the ability to steer, but also possibly interfere with the brake pedal. The investigation is based on a complaint involving a two-month-old vehicle.  [...]

FTC asked to prohibit rental car companies from leasing recalled cars due to safety

Aug162010

Consumers for Auto Reliability and Safety and Center for Auto Safety, together with the mother of two young women killed in a car crash, have filed a petition with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to order Enterprise Rent-A-Car to repair every vehicle involved in a safety recall prior to renting them to customers.  The California [...]

Honda launches recall of almost 400,000 vehicles due to ignition switch problems

Aug112010

Honda has announced yet another recall concerning ignition lock problems that could cause the vehicle to roll and crash unexpectedly.  The latest recall involved 2003 and 2004 models of the Honda Accord, Civic, and Element.  A part inside the ignition switch can wear out, allowing the key to be removed when the transmission is not [...]

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