Recalls & Class-Actions for May 21st

The Latest Defective Product Recalls and Lawsuits

Welcome to this week's Recall and Class-Action Alerts newsletter! Get ready for some important news: dog food that's gone too "metal" πŸ•βš™οΈ, sweets with a Salmonella surprise 🍬🦠, and quiet smoke detectors πŸ””. Plus, class-action updates: job applicants can cash in on premature notifications πŸ’Ό, tenants with kids might get support πŸ’πŸ‘Ά, and more chances to claim for mislabeling, unfair fees, and defective products. Check out more details at AccidentAdvisor.com. Stay safe and savvy!

Product Recalls (Past 7 Days) ⚠️

  1. Pedigree Adult Complete Nutrition Dry Dog Food πŸ•
    🏒 Company: Mars Petcare US, Inc.
    ⚠️ Hazard: Potential presence of loose metal pieces
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 17, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Stop using, contact for return
    πŸ“ž Contact: Mars Petcare US at (800) 525-5273

  2. Various Confectionary Products (Multiple Brands) πŸ¬
    🏒 Company: Palmer Candy Company
    🦠 Hazard: Potential contamination with Salmonella
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 17, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Return for full refund
    πŸ“ž Contact: Palmer Candy Company at (800) 831-0828

  3. United Supermarkets Chocolate Caramel Corn and Candy Tray πŸ¬
    🏒 Company: United Supermarkets
    🦠 Hazard: Possible Salmonella contamination
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 17, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Dispose or return for full refund
    πŸ“ž Contact: Albertsons Companies at (877) 723-3929

  4. Aldi Macaroni Salad πŸ₯—
    🏒 Company: Reser’s Fine Foods
    🌾 Hazard: Unlabeled wheat allergen
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 17, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Return for full refund
    πŸ“ž Contact: Reser’s Fine Foods at (888) 223-2127

  5. S&S Cup Saimin Noodles πŸœ
    🏒 Company: Sun Noodle
    🌰 Hazard: May contain undeclared egg white powder
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 16, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Return for full refund
    πŸ“ž Contact: Sun Noodle at (888) 735-7777 or email [email protected]

  6. Great Value Organic Chia Seeds πŸŒ±
    🏒 Company: Natural Sourcing International
    🦠 Hazard: Potential presence of Salmonella
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 10, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Dispose and get replacement with proof of purchase
    πŸ“ž Contact: (818) 405-9705 or email [email protected]

  7. Super Lube Products (Various) πŸ›’οΈ
    🏒 Company: Kano Laboratories LLC
    ⚠️ Hazard: Products lack child-resistant packaging, posing poisoning risk
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 16, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Refund
    πŸ“ž Contact: Kano Laboratories at (800) 253-5823 or email [email protected]

  8. CHZHVAN Combination Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors πŸ””
    🏒 Company: Haikouhuidishangmaoyouxiangongsi
    ⚠️ Hazard: Detectors can fail to activate, posing fire risk
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 16, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Refund
    πŸ“ž Contact: [email protected] or visit www.haikouhuidi.com and click on "Recalls"

  9. Frigidaire and Kenmore Smooth-top Freestanding Electric Ranges πŸ”₯
    🏒 Company: Electrolux Home Products
    ⚠️ Hazard: Surface heating elements can turn on or off unexpectedly, posing fire and burn hazards.
    πŸ“… Recall Date: May 16, 2024
    βœ… Remedy: Refund or repair
    πŸ“ž Contact: Electrolux Group at (888) 845-8226 or email [email protected]

Class-Action Lawsuits (Open to Claims) βš–οΈ

  1. Walgreens (FCRA violations) πŸ’Ό
    πŸ›οΈ Allegations: Premature notification disqualifying job applicants
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: Automatic $100; up to $918.28 with claim
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Automatic payment, additional payment with claim
    πŸ“ Eligibility: Job applicants denied employment from Mar. 30, 2020, to May 17, 2022
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Thursday, 23 May 2024

  2. Vasona Management (housing discrimination) πŸ’
    πŸ’Ό Allegations: Discrimination against tenants with children
    πŸ’° Remedy: Eligible for payment
    πŸ“ Eligibility: Current/former tenant with child under 18 at listed properties
    πŸ—“οΈ Claim Deadline: Saturday, 25 May 2024

  3. Naturelo Premium Supplements πŸ’Š
    πŸ₯ Allegations: Deceptive marketing, mislabeling of magnesium supplements
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: $1.5 million
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Potential payment for eligible claimants
    πŸ“ Eligibility: Purchasers of Naturelo Magnesium Glycinate Chelate between Sept. 1, 2018, and Feb. 28, 2024
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Tuesday, 28 May 2024

  4. Visa, Mastercard and member banks πŸ’³
    πŸ₯ Allegations: Antitrust violations, unfair business practices, fixed fees
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: $5.54 billion
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Potential payment for eligible claimants
    πŸ“ Eligibility: Businesses accepting Visa and/or Mastercard between Jan. 1, 2004, and Jan. 25, 2019
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Friday, 31 May 2024

  5. Apple πŸ“±
    πŸ›οΈ Allegations: Defective audio chips in iPhone 7 and 7 Plus
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: $35 million
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Potential payment for eligible claimants
    πŸ›’ Eligibility: Owners of iPhone 7 or 7 Plus with audio issues between Sept. 16, 2016, and Jan. 3, 2023
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Monday, 03 June 2024

  6. Walmart πŸ›’
    🏷️ Allegations: Overcharging for weighted goods and bagged citrus
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: $45 million
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Potential payment for eligible purchasers
    πŸ“ Eligibility: Buyers of specified grocery items between Oct. 19, 2018, and Jan. 19, 2024
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Wednesday, 05 June 2024

  7. Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) πŸ¦
    πŸ’³ Allegations: Breach of account holder agreement, unfair imposition of certain fees on debit transactions
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: $5.5 million
    πŸ“… Eligibility: Customers charged at least one international service assessment (ISA) fee for U.S. transactions between Aug. 9, 2016, and March 24, 2023
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Eligible individuals may receive payment
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Friday, June 7, 2024

  8. Panera Bread Company πŸ₯–
    🏦 Allegations: Misrepresentation of delivery fees, menu prices
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: $2 million
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Potential payment for eligible claimants
    πŸ“ Eligibility: Customers who ordered delivery via Panera app/website between Oct. 1, 2020, and Aug. 31, 2021 πŸ›’
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Monday, 10 June 2024

  9. Star Tribune Media πŸ“°
    πŸ“Ή Allegations: Violation of Video Privacy Protection Act, illegal sharing of viewing history
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: $2.9 million
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Potential payment for affected individuals
    πŸ“ Eligibility: Viewers of Star Tribune videos on website with Facebook accounts and digital subscriptions between July 7, 2020, and Feb. 5, 2024
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Friday, 05 July 2024

  10. Hyundai and Kia πŸš—
    🏷️ Allegations: Engine defect causing seizing, stalling, and possible fire
    πŸ’° Settlement Amount: Not disclosed
    πŸ’Έ Remedy: Reimbursement for repair expenses, cash compensation, warranty extension
    πŸ“ Eligibility: Owners/lessees of qualifying 2010-2020 Kia vehicles πŸ“‹
    πŸ“… Claim Deadline: Monday, 08 July 2024

That's it for this week's Recall and Class-Action Alerts! Stay vigilant and make sure to check your cupboards, appliances, and recent purchases. Remember, taking quick action can keep you and your loved ones safe. Keep an eye out for future updates, and don't miss out on potential claimsβ€”your wallet will thank you! Stay safe and informed!