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Used-Lexus Powertrains to Watch Out For: Five Engines to Inspect
technology9 days ago

Used-Lexus Powertrains to Watch Out For: Five Engines to Inspect

An auto-news guide highlights five Lexus engines with notable reliability issues, including the 1MZ-FE sludge problem, the 4GR-FSE carbon buildup, the 1UR-FE/1UR-FSE 4.6L V8 valve-spring and fuel-sensor issues, the 2AZ-FXE hybrid’s oil consumption, and the V35A-FTS turbo’s crank bearing risk; while many cases have been addressed by recalls or warranty programs, used-car buyers should scrutinize models like LX 600, IS 250, ES 300, RX 300, HS 250h, GX 460, and LS 460.

Broad Snack Recall Ties Salmonella to Dairy Powder in Popular Brands
health14 days ago

Broad Snack Recall Ties Salmonella to Dairy Powder in Popular Brands

A widespread recall of dozens of snacks—ranging from Utz chips to popcorn, nuts, and chocolate products—stems from potentially tainted powdered milk and buttermilk supplied by California Dairies. The FDA-reported voluntary recall, announced April 20, has prompted retailers nationwide to pull affected items; no injuries have been reported, but consumers are urged to discard or return any recalled products.

Salmonella recall hits Walmart and Aldi frozen pizzas
health22 days ago

Salmonella recall hits Walmart and Aldi frozen pizzas

The USDA FSIS issued a health alert recalling multiple FDA-regulated dairy-containing ingredients used in store-brand frozen pizzas sold at Aldi and Walmart due to possible salmonella contamination. Recalled products include Mama Cozzi’s pizzas at Aldi and several Great Value items at Walmart, plus other brands such as Culinary Circle, with best-by dates in February 2026. An updated list on May 1 expanded the recall to additional Great Value and Chicken Bacon Ranch varieties; customers are advised to discard or return affected products. FSIS noted no confirmed illnesses to date, and Walmart says it has restricted sales and is investigating with suppliers.

Autobrush recalls Sonic Pro Kids toothbrush packaging over coin-battery ingestion risk
recalls1 month ago

Autobrush recalls Sonic Pro Kids toothbrush packaging over coin-battery ingestion risk

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls about 48,000 Autobrush Sonic Pro Kids toothbrush delivery boxes after finding a lithium coin-cell battery in the box that children can access, violating Reese’s Law and the mandatory standard for button/coin batteries and lacking required warnings. Boxes were sold online from 2023–2025 for about $85–$90. Recall date: April 23, 2026. Consumers should stop using the boxes, contact Autobrush for a $5 store-credit refund, mark the box with “Recalled” and send a photo of the marked box to [email protected], then dispose of the box. No incidents have been reported. Importer: Lander Enterprises LLC (Autobrush), manufactured in China.

The Hidden Makers Behind Walmart’s Great Value Line
business2 months ago

The Hidden Makers Behind Walmart’s Great Value Line

This piece uncovers how Walmart’s Great Value line is produced by several major manufacturers—Sara Lee/Bimbo, Conagra, Hefty (Reynolds), Wells Dairy/Blue Bunny, Land O’Lakes, Perdue, Smucker’s, Krusteaz (via TreeHouse Foods), Wonderbrands (Canada), Fisher Nuts, and Tyson Foods—often via shared production with name-brand products, a fact traced through recalls and corporate moves that reveal the store’s private-label supply network.

Ford Pushes 2026 Recall Total Beyond 7 Million With Backup-Camera Fixes
business2 months ago

Ford Pushes 2026 Recall Total Beyond 7 Million With Backup-Camera Fixes

Ford's 2026 recall tally rose to about 7.32 million after two new issues affecting backup cameras: one for 2021–2026 Bronco and 2021–2024 Edge SUVs with APIM overheating that can wipe out the backup image, and another for 2020–2022 Escape and Lincoln Corsair plus 2020–2024 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator where screens flip or display reversed images. Both require software updates. The automaker has 17 recalls this year, far ahead of Toyota and Hyundai's five each; a February recall earlier in the year affected 4.38 million vehicles for faulty trailer brake lighting, underscoring Ford's high recall activity.

Ford Stock Dives After Dual Recalls as GM F1 Rivalry Heats Up
market-news2 months ago

Ford Stock Dives After Dual Recalls as GM F1 Rivalry Heats Up

Ford faced two recalls totaling 615,964 vehicles (604,533 for windshield-wiper motor across 2020–2022 Explorers, Escapes, Aviators and Corsairs; 11,431 for a driveshaft friction weld issue) that spooked investors, sending Ford (F) shares down more than 4% in Thursday trading. The recalls come amid renewed Ford–GM competition, including in Formula 1 marketing, while analysts maintain a Hold rating with an average target of $14.02 (about 13.8% upside), based on a mix of 3 Buys, 12 Holds and 1 Sell.

Halo Magic Sleepsuits Recalled Over Zipper Hazard
recalls2 months ago

Halo Magic Sleepsuits Recalled Over Zipper Hazard

HALO Dream recalls about 45,000 HALO Magic Sleepsuits because a zipper head can detach, posing a choking hazard to infants. Consumers should stop using the recalled sleepsuits and visit sleepsuitrecall.com to register for a replacement or a $50 store credit; 15 reports of detaching zipper heads have been received, with no injuries reported. The recall covers batch codes PO30592, PO30641, and PO30685, and the products were sold 9/2025–2/2026 on halosleep.com, Amazon, Walmart, and Target.

Tesla Cybertruck Executive Departure Sparks Stock Surge
business6 months ago

Tesla Cybertruck Executive Departure Sparks Stock Surge

An executive leading Tesla's Cybertruck division is leaving after eight years amid ongoing safety recalls and declining profits, despite recent shareholder support for Elon Musk's performance-based stock plan. Tesla faces challenges with vehicle safety issues, declining quarterly profits, and market share struggles, although stock prices have risen recently.

Listeria Outbreak from Prepared Pasta Meals Causes Multiple Deaths and Illnesses
health6 months ago

Listeria Outbreak from Prepared Pasta Meals Causes Multiple Deaths and Illnesses

Six deaths and 27 illnesses across 18 states have been linked to a listeria outbreak from contaminated prepared pasta meals sold at major grocery chains, prompting recalls of various products from brands like Kroger and Trader Joe's. The CDC advises consumers to discard affected items and highlights the risks of listeria, especially for vulnerable populations.