Recalls and Class-Actions for August 7th

The Latest Product Recalls and Class-Actions

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Rocky Horton
August 07, 2024

Welcome to this week's edition of "Recall Roundup & Lawsuit Lowdown," where we tackle the latest in product recalls and class-action settlements with a sprinkle of humor! 🎉

🔥 From ECHO's fiery gas-powered blowers 🌬️ to mirrors that reflect not just your face but a laceration hazard 🪞, and Razor scooters with a new trick—falling 🛴—we've got the scoop! Plus, catch up on the latest class-action buzz, from Ford's shifty transmissions 🚗 to airlines' fare conspiracy ✈️ and shaky CertainTeed shingles 🏠. Buckle up and stay safe! 🎢😄

⚠️ Product Recalls (Past 7 Days) ⚠️

  • ECHO Gas-Powered Backpack Blowers 🌬️
    🏢 Company: ECHO Incorporated
    🔥 Hazard: Fire hazard due to fuel leakage
    📅 Recall Date: August 1, 2024

  • Origin 21 Wall Mirrors 🪞
    🏢 Company: Huahong Art & Home Shares
    ⚠️ Hazard: Laceration and impact hazards due to mirror detachment
    📅 Recall Date: August 1, 2024

  • Razor Icon Electric Scooters 🛴
    🏢 Company: Razor USA
    ⚠️ Hazard: Fall hazard due to faulty stem bolts
    📅 Recall Date: August 1, 2024

⚖️ Class-Action Lawsuits (Open to Claims) ⚖️

  • Ford Motor Company 🚗
    🏥 Allegations: Defective PowerShift Transmission in Ford Focus and Fiesta models
    💰 Settlement Amount: Up to $2,325 cash or $4,650 discount certificates
    📝 Eligibility: Owners or lessees of 2011-2016 Ford Fiesta or 2012-2016 Ford Focus
    📅 Claim Deadline: Varies based on repair date and type of claim

  • American Airlines and Southwest Airlines ✈️
    🏥 Allegations: Conspiracy to increase fares by limiting domestic flight capacity
    💰 Settlement Amount: $15 million (Southwest), $45 million (American)
    📝 Eligibility: Purchasers of air passenger transportation from July 1, 2011, to Dec. 20, 2017 (Southwest) and June 14, 2018 (American)
    📅 Claim Deadline: Deadline has passed

  • Delta Air Lines and United Airlines ✈️
    🏥 Allegations: Conspiracy to increase fares by limiting domestic flight capacity
    💰 Settlement Amount: Not specified
    📝 Eligibility: Purchasers of air passenger transportation from July 1, 2011, to Dec. 20, 2017 (Southwest) and June 14, 2018 (American)
    📅 Claim Deadline: Varies

  • CertainTeed Corporation 🏠
    🏥 Allegations: Premature failure of CertainTeed Organic Shingles
    💰 Settlement Amount: Not specified
    📝 Eligibility: Owners of buildings with CertainTeed Organic Shingles from July 1, 1987, to 2005
    📅 Claim Deadline: Varies based on original warranty period and purchase date

That's a wrap for this week's "Recall Roundup & Lawsuit Lowdown"! Remember, whether you're avoiding fiery backpacks 🔥, dodging falling mirrors 🪞, or steering clear of scooter spills 🛴, safety comes first.

And if you're part of any recent class actions, like dealing with tricky car transmissions 🚗 or airline fare fixes ✈️, make sure to stay informed and claim what's yours! Until next time, keep an eye on your products and a finger on the pulse of these legal updates. Stay safe and savvy! 😊🚀