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Ford Tauruses being investigated for sticking throttles

By Peter Valdes-Dapena
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating 2000 - 2003 Ford Tauruses and Mercury Sables for a problem that can cause the engine to keep running as if the gas pedal were pressed even when it's not.

Nearly 97,000 cribs recalled due to suffocation hazard

By NBC NEWS
The federal government announced the Dorel Juvenile Group is voluntarily recalling one of their cribs that could possibly suffocate infants.

Doctors: Warning labels on magnetic toys aren't enough

By John Bonifield
Warning labels are not working to prevent children from ingesting Buckyballs and other powerful magnetic toys, a group of digestive health doctors said Tuesday.

Multi-state beef recall tied to potential E. coli contamination

By CNN WIRE STAFF
The United States Food Safety and Inspection Service announced that 2,310 pounds of ground beef products from Utah and 4,100 pounds of ground beef products from Hawaii are being recalled on fears that they may be contaminated with E. coli.

FDA investigating deaths believed to be associated with Monster Energy drinks

By NBC News
The Food and Drug Administration is investigating reports of deaths associated with Monster Energy drinks.
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Dog treats recalled, could contain salmonella

By Amy Davis - Reporter
Nature's Recipe is voluntarily recalling some of its dog treats because of the potential of salmonella contamination. The concern is both dogs and owners who handled the treats could become sick.
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Safety commission warns parents of baby product safety

By NBC NEWS
Bring home a new baby and you bring home a house full of new equipment - products parents presume are safe to use. David Butler is Deputy Director for Consumers Union in Washington D.C.
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Don't believe everything you read in product reviews

By Chris Clackum
Chances are before you buy something, especially big ticket items, you're going to read reviews from others who've made the same purchase.
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Government issues alert on tens of thousands of counterfeit airbags

By Christina Lusby
Tens of thousands of people could be driving cars with counterfeit airbags. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration issued that alert Wednesday. Hundreds of different car models are at risk.

Toyota recalls 7.5 million vehicles

By NBC NEWS
Toyota has announced the global recall of almost 7.5 million vehicles to fix malfunctioning power window switches. It's the largest single recall of vehicles since a Ford recall in 1996.

Popular anti-depressant pulled following FDA review

By CNN Wire Staff
The generic version of a popular anti-depressant drug, apparently isn't working for some people. The FDA says tests show that the generic version of Wellbutrin XL isn't as effective.

FEMA warns about Hurricane Isaac fraud, establishes information hotline

By Andrew Capasso
FEMA wants everyone impacted by Hurricane Isaac to be on the lookout for fraud.

Peanut, other nut butter recall expanded

By Miriam Falco
If you were checking the peanut butter in your pantry after a large recall was announced a couple of weeks ago, you may want to take another peek. More products are being recalled.
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Roofing company accused by homeowners of scam gain 'F' from BBB

By Alex Deiro
Several families in the area are claiming they have fallen victim to a company called Porter Roofing, after paying out thousands for roofing repairs they're realizing the workmanship is not what they thought they paid for.
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Callers pose as tech support workers to gain personal info

By Danielle Leigh
The Federal Trade Commission has issued a warning about a new computer scam that's tricked tens of thousands of people into giving up personal information to scammers posing as technical support employees.