Triple J Family Farms Ribeye Recall [US]

US/Washington: Triple J Family Farms recalls approximately 15,270 pounds of Bone-in Ribeye Meat Products due to non-evisceration hazard. USDA: http://ht.ly/jpvRv

Direct link: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/News_&_Events/Recall_024_2013_Release/index.asp

Additional information:
The United States Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) requires the complete removal of the spinal column (also known as the “vertebral column”) and associated tissues in all Beef Cattle 30 months of age or older prior to human consumption. According to the USDA, the recalled Ribeye Meat Products may not have been prepared properly and vertebral bones and/or tissue may not have been completely removed. The USDA says these tissues may contain the infective agent associated with cattle infected with Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (“BSE”) also commonly known as Mad Cow Disease.

USDA recall number: FSIS-RC-024-2013
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-1761
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Dodge Challenger Recall [Canada]

Canada/Ottawa: Chrysler recalls some Dodge Challenger Vehicles equipped with V6 engines due to fire, injury hazards. TC: http://ht.ly/jpneU

Direct link: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/tc/2013/26395r-eng.php

Additional information:
Transport Canada (“TC”) reports some 2013 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with V6 engines have an electrical short circuit between the Starter Motor Cable Assembly Electrical Terminal and the Starter Solenoid. If this occurs, it could result in a vehicle fire, driver and passenger injury, and property damage.

TC ID number: 2013091
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-1760
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Caramel Apple Danish Coffee Cake Recall [US]

US/Silver Spring: Gold Standard Baking recalls 1,134 cases of Sweet P’s Bake Shop branded Caramel Apple Danish Coffee Cake due to undeclared walnuts, a known allergen. FDA: http://ht.ly/jpb3F

Direct link: http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm345197.htm

Additional information:
The US Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) reports the Sweet P’s Bake Shop branded Caramel Apple Danish Coffee Cakes affected by this recall were manufactured on 02-03-2013 and 03-06-2013, carry a UPC of 0 11225 11383 3 and lot identification numbers of 020313 and 030613.

About Nut Allergies:
For some people, groundnuts and tree nuts are a source of dangerous, urgent and potentially deadly, allergic reactions requiring immediate medical intervention. Anaphylactic Shock could occur in consumers who are allergic to peanuts or other nuts within a very short time, potentially leading to severe injury and/or death.

If you suspect Anaphylactic Shock, call-9-1-1 or other local emergency number for immediate transport to a medical center. If trained and an emergency kit is available, it may be appropriate to give an injectable drug such as Epinephrine (also known as adrenaline or adrenalin) to the affected individual. Trade names of these products include EpiPen, Twinject, Adrenaclick, Anapen, Jext, Allerject and Auvi-Q. Please note: even patients who are apparently stabilized should still go to hospital for emergency evaluation. Further treatment is often necessary.

You can learn more about food allergies from the US National Institutes of Health (“NIH”) at http://1.usa.gov/IZWUlm

Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-1759
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EU Issues 34 Product & Vehicle Recalls

Belgium/Brussels: European Union issues 34 new consumer-based product recalls; a must-read for parents, caregivers and others: http://ht.ly/joUHh 

Direct link: http://ec.europa.eu/consumers/dyna/rapex/create_rapex.cfm?rx_id=512

Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-1758
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Woofers Dog Treat Recall [US]

US/Silver Spring: Jones Natural Chews Co. recalls some Woofers Dog Treats (Beef Patties) due to Salmonella hazard. FDA: http://ht.ly/joyjc

Direct link: www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm345009.htm

Additional information:
The US Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) reports the following Woofers Dog Treats are affected by this recall:

Magic Relighting Candle Recall [Canada]

Canada/Ottawa: Forum Novelties recalls some Magic Relighting Candles due to spontaneous re-ignition hazard. HCSC: http://ht.ly/joboK

Direct link: http://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2013/26359r-eng.php

Additional information:
Health Canada/Santé Canada (“HCSC”) reports the recalled Candles can spontaneously re-ignite after being blown out. HCSC says products of this type are prohibited in Canada under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act because they re-ignite after disposal, potentially causing fires.

HCSC recall number: RA-26359
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-1756
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Huffy Handlebar Bolt Recall [Australia]

Australia/Canberra: Huffy Corporation recalls some Handlebar Bolts for Blue 20″ Huffy Slider Bikes due to loss of rider control, injury hazards. ACCC: http://ht.ly/jnnYh

Direct link: http://www.recalls.gov.au/content/index.phtml/itemId/1046373

Additional information: The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (“ACCC”) reports the recalled Bolts supplied to fasten the handlebar to some Huffy Slider Bikes are of an insufficient length. If this occurs and the handlebar with the incorrect bolt is fitted, the child rider using the Slider Bike may lose control and suffer fall injuries.

ACCC PRA number: 2013/13513
Recalls Direct RIN: 2013-1755
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