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    Keystone recalls model year 2017 CrossRoads Volante trailers

    The rear upper bunk may not be properly supported.

    Keystone RV Company is recalling 29 model year 2017 CrossRoads Volante trailers, model 310BH.

    The rear upper bunk may not be properly supported.

    Without the proper supports, the bunk may fall when it is occupied, increasing the risk of injury.

    What to do

    Keystone will notify owners, and dealers will add screws through the bunk supports into the wall studs, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in May 2017.

    Owners may contact Keystone customer service at 1-866-425-4369. Keystone's number for this recall is 17-284.

    Keystone RV Company is recalling 29 model year 2017 CrossRoads Volante trailers, model 310BH.The rear upper bunk may not be properly supported.With...

    Genetic Edge Compounds recalls of dietary supplement capsules

    The product contains anabolic steroids

    Genetic Edge Compounds is recalling all lot codes of GEC Laxoplex dietary supplement capsules distributed between February 2, 2015- May 2, 2017.

    Food and Drug Administration analysis has found the product is tainted with anabolic steroids and steroid like substances, making the product an unapproved drug for which safety and efficacy have not been established.

    The firm says it has not received any reports of adverse effects related to this recall.

    The recalled product, marketed as a dietary supplement and sold as a muscle enhancing agent, is packaged in a white plastic bottle containing 60 capsules with UPC code 0058049984. It was distributed through various nutritional supplement retail outlets throughout the U.S.

    What to do

    Customers who purchased the recalled product should stop using it and return it to place of purchase.

    Consumers with questions may contact Genetic Edge Compounds by phone at (972) 742-6311 Monday through Friday from 9 am to 5 pm (CST, or by email at brad@geneticedgecompounds.net.

    Genetic Edge Compounds is recalling all lot codes of GEC Laxoplex dietary supplement capsules distributed between February 2, 2015- May 2, 2017.Food an...

    Forest River various model year 2017-2018 recreational trailers

    The federal placard may contain inaccurate tire and rim combination information

    Forest River is recalling model year 2017-2018 Salem, Wildwood, XLR, Sanibel, Wildcat, Vengeance, Chaparral Lite and Columbus recreational trailers.

    The federal placard may inaccurately list the tire and rim combinations that are installed on the trailers. Additionally, the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) information may be incorrect.

    As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 49 CFR part 567, "Certification."

    The incorrect information may cause the operator to install an incorrect replacement rim or tire, overinflate the tire or overload the vehicle -- all scenarios that may increase the risk of a crash.

    What to do

    Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal Placard, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 22, 2017.

    Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-800-348-7440. Forest River's number for this recall is 51-04242017-0393.

    Forest River is recalling model year 2017-2018 Salem, Wildwood, XLR, Sanibel, Wildcat, Vengeance, Chaparral Lite and Columbus recreational trailers.The...

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      Livin' Lite recalls model year 2018 Quicksilver recreational trailers

      The frame structures that support the trailer floor may fail

      Livin' Lite Recreational Vehicles is recalling five model year 2018 Quicksilver recreational trailers, model TH 7X20.

      The frame structures that support the trailer floor may fail.

      If enough of the support structures fail, the trailer may have structural instability, increasing the risk of a crash.

      What to do

      Livin' Lite will notify owners, and dealers will reinforce the outrigger frame structures and add additional outriggers as needed. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 19, 2017.

      Owners may contact Livin' Lite customer service at 1-866-272-5578.

      Livin' Lite Recreational Vehicles is recalling five model year 2018 Quicksilver recreational trailers, model TH 7X20.The frame structures that support...

      Herbalife recalls protein bar – Peanut Butter

      The product may contain fish gelatin, an allergen not declared on the label

      Herbalife is recalling certain lots of its Protein Bar – Peanut Butter that may contain a trace amount of fish gelatin, an allergen not declared on the label.

      There have been no reports to date of any illnesses or adverse health effects associated with the affected product.

      The recalled product was distributed in the U.S. from June 30, 2016, to April 7, 2017 exclusively to individual independent distributors as 14-pack cartons. Lots numbers affected are: 066539A11, 066553A11, 066601A11, 066660A11, 066688A11 and 066691A11.

      What to do

      Customers who purchased the recalled product should return it for exchange or refund.

      Consumers with questions may contact Herbalife’s customer service department at 1-866-866-4744 from 9:00am – 6:00pm (PST) Monday – Friday.

      Herbalife is recalling certain lots of its Protein Bar – Peanut Butter that may contain a trace amount of fish gelatin, an allergen not declared on the lab...

      Polaris recalls GEM E2, E4, E6 and ELXD electric vehicles

      The lug nuts on the front wheels may loosen

      Polaris Industries is recalling 1,254 model year 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD electric vehicles, equipped with steel wheels.

      The lug nuts on the front wheels may loosen, potentially resulting in a front wheel detaching from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

      What to do

      GEM will notify owners. The manufacturer has not yet finalized a remedy plan, nor provided a notification schedule.

      Owners may contact the GEM consumer service department at 1-855-743-3436. Polaris' number for this recall is L-17-01.

      Polaris Industries is recalling 1,254 model year 2016-2017 GEM E2, E4, E6, and ELXD electric vehicles, equipped with steel wheels.The lug nuts on the f...

      DGFA recalls women’s scarves

      The scarves do not meet the federal flammability standard for clothes

      DGFA Inc., of China is recalling about 200 women’s scarves.

      The scarves fail to meet federal flammability standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk of burn injuries to consumers.

      No incidents or injuries are reported.

      This recall includes DG Fashion women’s scarves with fringe. They measure about 78 inches long by 27 inches wide, are shimmery in appearance, and were sold in black gold, blue, green, purple, gold and wine red. The scarves are made from 70% silk and 30% polyester.

      The scarves, manufactured in China, were sold online at www.amazon.com from June 2015, through March 2017, for between $10 and $21.

      What to do

      Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled scarves and contact the firm for a full refund. DGFA and Amazon are contacting consumers who purchased the scarves directly.

      Consumers may contact DGFA toll-free at 866-606-9099 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday or by email at csr.dgfainc@yahoo.com for more information. 

      DGFA Inc., of China is recalling about 200 women’s scarves.The scarves fail to meet federal flammability standard for clothing textiles, posing a risk...

      Riverside recalls Whitewater and Mt. McKinley travel trailers

      The trailers were manufactured without rear-facing reflectors

      Riverside RV is recalling 146 model year 2017-2018 Whitewater and Mt. McKinley travel trailers.

      The trailers were manufactured without rear-facing reflectors and have non-reflective tail lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

      Without rear-facing reflectors or reflective tail lights, the vehicle may have reduced visibility from behind, increasing the risk of a crash.

      What to do

      Riverside will notify owners, and dealers will install reflective tape on the rear bumper below the tail lights, free of charge.

      The recall is expected to begin in May 2017. Owners may contact Riverside customer service at 1-260-499-4578.

      Riverside RV is recalling 146 model year 2017-2018 Whitewater and Mt. McKinley travel trailers.The trailers were manufactured without rear-facing refle...

      Ducati recalls Multistrada 1200 Enduro motorcycles

      A shock absorber malfunction could affect handling

      Ducati North America is recalling about 568 model year 2016-2017 Multistrada 1200 Enduro motorcycles.

      The rear shock absorber lower shock-end eyelet may crack and possibly detach from the swingarm, affecting the motorcycle's handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

      What to do

      Ducati will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear shock absorber assembly, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2017.

      Owners may contact Ducati customer service at 1-800-231-6696. Ducati's number for this recall is SRV-RCL-17-002.

      Ducati North America is recalling about 568 model year 2016-2017 Multistrada 1200 Enduro motorcycles.The rear shock absorber lower shock-end eyelet may...

      Grand Design recalls model year 2017-2018 Imagine travel trailers

      The slide room could extend while the trailer is being towed

      Grand Design RV is recalling 1,662 model year 2017-2018 Imagine travel trailers.

      The screws that secure the slide room mechanism columns may shear, allowing the slide room to extend while the trailer is being towed, increasing risk of a crash.

      What to do

      Grand Design will notify owners, and dealers will replace the slide mechanism column securing screws, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 22, 2017.

      Owners may contact Grand Design customer service at 1-574-825-9679. Grand Design's number for this recall is 910009.

      Grand Design RV is recalling 1,662 model year 2017-2018 Imagine travel trailers.The screws that secure the slide room mechanism columns may shear, allo...

      Segway expands recall of Off-Board Chargers for Segway Personal Transporters

      An inside wire can detach and touch the side of the charger

      Segway Inc., of Bedford, N.H. is recalling about 24, Off-Board Chargers for Segway Personal Transporters (PT), an expansion from 17 in its earlier recall.

      A wire inside the charger can detach and touch the side of the charger, posing a shock hazard.

      No incidents or injuries have been reported.

      This recall involves Segway PT Off-Board Chargers manufactured from January 2015 to October 2016 with part number 23288-00001.

      The chargers are black, box-shaped and measure 8 inches wide by 13.75 inches deep by 4 inches high. Two wires used to connect the unit to Segway PT batteries extend from one end. The Segway brand name is on the charger above these wires.

      Chargers with the following serial numbers are included in the recall: 15201C000362, 15201C000364, 15201C000366, 15208C000404, 15208C000406, 15222C000460, 15225C000486, 15225C000489, 15225C000494, 15242C000546, 16210C000621, 16210C000629, 16210C000630, 16210C000631, 16210C000632, 16210C000635, 16210C000636, 16214C000638, 16214C000639, 16214C000641, 16214C000642, 16214C000643, 16214C000645 and 16214C000646.

      The serial number and part number are on a silver data plate attached to the bottom of the charger.

      The chargers, manufactured in the U.S., were sold exclusively at Authorized Segway dealers and distributors and directly from Segway Inc. from January 2015, through April 2017, for about $920.

      What to do

      Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled chargers, unplug and contact Segway or the Segway dealer from whom it was purchased to receive a free replacement power cord equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI). Segway is contacting consumers directly.

      Consumers may contact Segway toll-free at 866-473-4929 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (ET) Monday through Friday or online at http://www.segway.com/media/2144/segway-off-board-charger-recall-alert-may-2017.pdf for more information.

      Segway Inc., of Bedford, N.H. is recalling about 24, Off-Board Chargers for Segway Personal Transporters (PT), an expansion from 17 in its earlier recall....

      U.S. Deer Antler EX. & IM. recalls herbal teas

      The products may be contaminated with Clostridium Botulinum

      U.S. Deer Antler Ex. & Imp., of Los Angeles, Calif., is recalling a variety of herbal teas prepared between March 1, 201717 and April 30,2017.

      The teas, especially those with low-acidity held at room temperature, were not produced according to approved guidelines, making them susceptible to contamination by Clostridium botulinum.

      The following products are being recalled:

      ProductsPackagingCases
      Herbal Tea Variety Batches prepared on premise between 3/1/17 – 4/30/17120 ml/ Pouch40 Pouches / Case

      The recalled products were distributed to individual customers and acupuncturists in California, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, North Carolina, Texas and Virginia.

      What to do

      Customers who purchased the recalled products should not consume them, but return them to the place of purchase.

      The company will be send recall notices to all of its direct customers. Consumers with questions may contact Joong W. Parkat (323) 735-9665.

      U.S. Deer Antler Ex. & Imp., of Los Angeles, Calif., is recalling a variety of herbal teas prepared between March 1, 201717 and April 30,2017.The teas,...

      Forest River recalls Prime Time Avenger motorhomes

      The federal placard contains incomplete tire size information

      Forest River is recalling 32 model year 2017-2018 Prime Time Avenger motorhomes, model AVT31DBS.

      The vehicle’s federal placard indicates that the rear tire size is ST225/75R15E tires with 80 PSI, when it should state that the front, rear and spare tires are ST225/75R15E tires with 80 PSI.

      As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," and 567, "Certification."

      The incomplete federal placard information could cause the user to install an incorrect tire, resulting in a possible overloading of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

      What to do

      Forest River will notify owners and will provide a corrected Federal placard, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 19, 2017.

      Owners may contact Forest River customer service at 1-574-862-1025. Forest River's number for this recall is 50-04182017-0392.

      Forest River is recalling 32 model year 2017-2018 Prime Time Avenger motorhomes, model AVT31DBS.The vehicle’s federal placard indicates that the rear t...

      Model year 2017 Quantum KM24 motorhomes recalled

      A circuit breaker may not trip as intended, increasing the risk of a fire

      Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling 36 model year 2017 Quantum KM24 motorhomes.

      The power supply wire for the steps was incorrectly attached to a 50 amp circuit breaker instead of being connected to a 20 amp circuit breaker.

      Should the step circuit be overloaded, the breaker may not trip as intended, increasing the risk of a fire.

      What to do

      TMC will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the power wire for the steps to the correct breaker, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 07, 2017.

      Owners may contact TMC customer service at 1-877-500-1020. TMC's number for this recall is RC000135.

      Thor Motor Coach (TMC) is recalling 36 model year 2017 Quantum KM24 motorhomes.The power supply wire for the steps was incorrectly attached to a 50 amp...

      Maple Leaf Foods ready-to-eat, fully cooked quiche

      The products were imported without being federally inspected

      Maple Leaf Foods of Ontario, Canada, is recalling approximately 24,768 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) fully-cooked quiche.

      The products were imported without being federally inspected, raising the possibility of adverse health consequences.

      There have been no confirmed reports of adverse reactions or illnesses due to consumption of these products.

      The following items, produced and packaged on February 8, 2017, are being recalled:

      • 24-oz. individually-packaged plastic clam-shell containers of frozen “SCHNEIDERS LORRAINE HAM & CHEESE Quiche” with package code “62000 8096 9” on the individual retail containers.
      • 24-oz. individually-packaged plastic clam-shell containers of frozen “H.E.B. Chef Prepared Foods Ham & Cheese Quiche” with package code “41220 63400 9” on the individual retail containers.

      The recalled products do not bear the USDA federal mark of inspection, but bear establishment number “Canada 277.” They were shipped to distribution centers in Indiana and Oklahoma for further distribution to retail stores nationwide.

      What to do

      Customers who purchased these products should not to consume, but throw them away or return them to the place of purchase.

      Consumers with questions may contact Heather Forbes at (877) 567-5326.

      Maple Leaf Foods of Ontario, Canada, is recalling approximately 24,768 pounds of ready-to-eat (RTE) fully-cooked quiche.The products were imported with...

      Blount Fine Foods recalls Beef Chile Colorado frozen meals

      The product contains milk, an ingredient not declared on the label

      Blount Fine Foods of McKinney, Texas, is recalling approximately 8,685 pounds of Beef Chile Colorado frozen meals.

      The products are mislabeled as Beef Chile Colorado, but the packaged product contains cheese enchiladas with milk, an allergen not declared on the label.

      There are no confirmed reports of adverse reactions due to consumption of these products.

      The following item, produced on Nov. 23, 2016, is being recalled:

      • 10-oz retail cartons containing “SAFFRON ROAD BEEF CHILE COLORADO WITH MESQUITE BLACK BEANS & GARLIC RICE” with “Best By” dates of “05/23/18 AP.”

      The recalled product, which does not bear an establishment number on the packaging because the company was producing a Food and Drug Administration product, was shipped to distribution centers in Pennsylvania and Texas.

      What to do

      Customers who purchased the recalled product should not consume it, but throw it away or return it to the place of purchase.

      Consumers with questions about the recall may contact the America Halal Company consumer hotline at (855) 562-2835.

      Blount Fine Foods of McKinney, Texas, is recalling approximately 8,685 pounds of Beef Chile Colorado frozen meals.The products are mislabeled as Beef C...

      Winnebago recalls Winnebago View, VIA, ERA, and Itasca Navion motorhomes

      The Axxess radio volume control module may interfere with the chassis electrical system

      Winnebago Industries is recalling 5,057 model year 2014-2017 Winnebago View, VIA, ERA, and Itasca Navion motorhomes.

      The vehicles have an Axxess radio volume control module that may interfere with the chassis electrical system.

      The Axxess radio volume control module can affect electrical system functions, possibly causing an engine shutdown, power loss, illumination of malfunction indicator warning lights, and interfere with the restraint system. These scenarios can increase the risk of crash or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

      What to do

      Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will remove the Axxess radio volume control module, free of charge. The manufacturer has not provided a recall notification schedule.

      Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885.

      Winnebago Industries is recalling 5,057 model year 2014-2017 Winnebago View, VIA, ERA, and Itasca Navion motorhomes.The vehicles have an Axxess radio v...

      Model year 2015-2016 DRX2 Low-Speed vehicles recalled

      Exceeding the allowed speed can increase the risk of a crash.

      Duruxx is recalling 17 model year 2015-2016 DRX2 Low-Speed vehicles.

      The recalled vehicles can exceed the 40 km/h speed allowed under the "Low Speed Vehicle" classification.

      As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 500, "Low Speed Vehicles."

      If the vehicles can exceed the allowed speed, it can increase the risk of a crash.

      What to do

      Duruxx will notify owners, and dealers will adjust the throttle body to limit the maximum speed, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 15, 2017.

      Duruxx is recalling 17 model year 2015-2016 DRX2 Low-Speed vehicles.The recalled vehicles can exceed the 40 km/h speed allowed under the "Low Speed Veh...

      HoMedics recalls massagers

      The cord can break near the base of the massager

      HoMedics USA of Commerce Township, Mich., is recalling about 400,000 HoMedics handheld massagers.

      The cord can break near the base of the massager and expose the wires, posing an electric shock and burn hazards.

      The company has received 140 reports of exposed wires, sparks, smoking and some shooting flames coming from the massagers. There have been 15 reports of burn injuries to consumer’s fingers and other parts of the body.

      This recall involves three models of handheld massagers: HHP-375H, HHP-250 and the PA-MH-THP. All models have a 120 VAC, 60 HZ power cord. “HoMedics” is printed on the massagers.

      The HHP-375H model Handheld Dual Node Percussion Massager with Heat is white with a gray handle or black with a gray handle. It has three sets of interchangeable nodes.

      The HHP-250 model Handheld Hot and Cold Massager is white with a gray stripe or gray with a blue stripe. It has three, five or eight interchangeable nodes.

      The PA-MH-THP model Handheld Compact Percussion Massager with Heat is white on the bottom of the base with gray on top. It has two sets of interchangeable nodes.

      All manufacturing dates for all three models are included in the recall and the item date code can be found in either one of the cord prongs or in the rating label located on the underside of the product. Date codes can be identified as a 4-digit number WWYY where WW is the sequential week of the year and YY is the last two digits of the manufacturing year.

      The massagers, manufactured in China, were sold at Bed Bath & Beyond, Macy’s, Rite-Aid, Walmart and other stores nationwide and HSN from August 2013, through February 2017, for between about $30 and $50.

      What to do

      Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled massagers and contact HoMedics for instructions on removing the cord and to receive a refund in the form of a credit for any replacement product from the firm.

      Consumers may contact HoMedics toll-free at 888-803-0509 from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. (CT) Monday through Friday or online at http://www.homedics.com for more information.

      HoMedics USA of Commerce Township, Mich., is recalling about 400,000 HoMedics handheld massagers.The cord can break near the base of the massager and e...

      Urban Remedy recalls Non-Dairy Spiced Golden Milk

      The product contains cashews, an allergen not declared on the label

      Urban Remedy is recalling Non-Dairy Spiced Golden Milk.

      The product is mislabeled as cold pressed apple juice, and contains cashews, an allergen not declared on the label.

      No illnesses have been reported to date.

      The recalled product, packaged in 16-oz. plastic bottles with Whole Foods Market labels, a best-by date of May 7, 2017, and the UPC code 1337702154, was sold in select Whole Foods Market stores in Arizona, California and Nevada

      What to do

      Customers who purchased the recalled may return it with a valid receipt to the store where purchased for a full refund.

      Consumers with questions may call (855) 875-8423 from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (PDT).

      Urban Remedy is recalling Non-Dairy Spiced Golden Milk.The product is mislabeled as cold pressed apple juice, and contains cashews, an allergen not dec...