A recent article has stated that all units of the 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport were recalled recently over three main issues, including a stop light problem that could cause it to illuminate intermittently, increasing the risk of an auto accident. The reports indicate that most of these vehicles have been also equipped with shift levers that may move out of place once they are put in Park position. This issue could cause the vehicle to roll away and either crash (read more)
Read MoreMultiple news agencies have reported recently that over 1.9 million cars are being recalled by Hyundai and Kia. The reports show that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has indicated that almost 1.7 million cars were recalled due to an issue with a faulty switch that could keep the brake lights from being illuminated once the driver presses the brake pedal. Another issue has prompted a recall for 194,000 units of Elantra compacts, which have been fitted with support brackets (read more)
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04
Apr
2013
Girl Survives Crash, Hikes A Mile To Get Help
According to a series of news agencies, an accident that claimed the life of the driver got a lot of media attention after it was reported the man’s daughter scrambled over rough terrain to find help for her severely injured father. The reports show that the 9-year-old who was involved in the accident occupied the vehicle that tumbled down a canyon, braved the cold in order to find someone that could help her. The girl climbed the rocky embankment after (read more)
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04
Apr
2013
87-Year-Old Killed In Highway 101 Accident
The California Highway Patrol has reported that an 87-year-old was unfortunately declared dead in an accident that happened on the Highway 101 in Salinas. The crash occurred when the 87-year-old man attempted to go from the northbound lanes onto the Espinosa road while operating his Nissan sedan. As he attempted to make the turn, a truck traveling on the southbound lanes crashed into his vehicle. A 49-year-old who sustained only minor injuries as a result of the collision drove the (read more)
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04
Apr
2013
Highway 43 Accident Claims Life
Multiple news agencies have indicated that one person was fatally injured in an accident that occurred Monday on the Highway 43. According to the official release, three other people were injured as a result of the accident as well. Authorities reported that the crash happened when a driver who was reportedly under the influence of alcohol lost control of his vehicle. The man was operating the car on the northbound lanes of the Highway 43 when he proceeded to make (read more)
Read MoreAccording to the Food and Drug Administration, some consumers should be aware of the risks of being exposed to a product that could pose an allergic reaction hazard to them or their loved ones. The federal agency has stated that black henna tattoo has been recently linked to reports of people suffering severe reactions after having the product applied to their skin. Some of the reactions include loss of skin pigmentation, and scarring. People who reported experiencing some allergic reactions (read more)
Read MoreA series of news agencies have reported that Haier America has issued a recall expansion for all units of Chest Freezers models HNCM070E and ESNCM053E. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, about 41,000 units had been recalled in the past. Over 67,000 units have been added to the recall. The Haier® chest freezers are being recalled after it was noted that 18 accidents related to the product were reported. Consumers complained of smoke and fires. Four of the (read more)
Read MoreMultiple news agencies have reported that the SuperCube 2000 Subwoofer has been recalled over a possible risk of shock. According to the official reports and news agencies, these products were known to experience an internal failure that could lead to a shock, exposing consumers to a possible injury risk. The product’s level input jack could have been manufactured defectively, which may lead to this issue. To prevent any potential injuries or shocks in the future, the company has encouraged consumers (read more)
Read MoreMultiple news agencies have indicated that in a recent hearing that a former DePuy employee was aware of e-mails containing information pertinent to how the issues related to the ASR hip implants were linked to a design defect. The information was made available during a video testimony that was heard by jurors during the second DePuy ASR trial. According to the testimony, a colleague was claiming that problems with the ASR hips could be traced back to the device’s defective (read more)
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03
Apr
2013
Beware: IRS Does Not Contact Taxpayers By E-mail
According to a series of news agencies, taxpayers should be especially careful with any e-mails that appear to have been sent by the IRS. During this time of the year, which is when the tax-filling deadline creeps closer, the IRS reports several complaints concerning phony e-mails attempting to get personal information from several taxpayers while using the IRS logo. This is a threat because it could put important personal information in the hands of crooks while also allowing for virus (read more)
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