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Consumer Recalls: Hershey York Pieces, Firehouse Jerky + More

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Tylenol MeltawaysThere have been several consumer recalls over the past couple of days that may affect Deal Seeking Mom readers, so be sure to check your stockpile this weekend. Please refer to the links included in each section for more details about the specific recalls:

Hershey York Pieces

The convenience store-sized bags (5 oz.) of Hershey York Pieces have been recalled because they may contain small pieces of metal. The affected product was available for purchase primarily at convenience stores nationwide after 5/20. These packages have a UPC code of 34000-11435-000 and production code beginning with the characters 27 or 28. If you have bags that fall within this recall, you should contact Hershey Consumer Relations at 1-800-468-1714.

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Firehouse Jerky

Two Firehouse Jerky varieties are being recalled for containing undeclared wheat and soy. All affected packages bear the establishment numbers EST. 6935 or EST. 10002 inside the USDA mark of inspection.

  • Firehouse Jerky Mild Beef Jerky Smoke Flavor Added (1 oz. and 3 oz.) with “Sell By” dates ranging between 06/16/11 and 11/14/11.
  • Firehouse Jerky Pepper Beef Jerky Smoke Flavor Added (1 oz. and 3 oz.) with “Sell By” dates ranging between 06/12/11 and 11/25/2011.

The jerky is safe for consumers without wheat or soy allergies. All other inquiries can be directed to Terry Amerson at 586-677-3018.

Tylenol, Motrin, Benadryl Recall Expanded

The McNeil Consumer Healthcare recall has been expanded again to include additional lots of Benadryl Allergy UltraTab, Children’s Tylenol Meltaways, Tylenol Extra Strength and Tylenol PM. Refer to the list of lots that have been added to check against your stockpile.

Consumers with affected products should contact McNeil online or call 1-888-222-6036.

Consumer Recalls: Chicken of the Sea, VapoSpray + More

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There have been several consumer recalls over the past couple of days that may affect Deal Seeking Mom readers, so be sure to check your stockpile this weekend. Please refer to the links included in each section for more details about the specific recalls:

Thousands of Fireworks Injuries Each Year

Although not technically a recall, the CPSC issued a release reminding consumers to follow the instructions and be extra careful when lighting sparklers, firecrackers and aerials in celebration of Independence Day. Last year, there were nearly 9,000 injuries, many of which included loss of limb and serious injury. The CPSC urges you to only use legal fireworks and to follow these guidelines for a safe celebration:

  • Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.
  • Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them.
  • Avoid buying fireworks that come in brown paper packaging, as this can often be a sign that the fireworks were made for professional displays and could pose a danger to consumers.
  • Adults should always supervise fireworks activities. Parents often don’t realize that there are many injuries from sparklers to children under five. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt some metals.
  • Never have any portion of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse. Move back to a safe distance immediately after lighting.
  • Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not fully functioned.
  • Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
  • Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.
  • Light one item at a time then move back quickly.
  • Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers.
  • After fireworks fully complete their functioning, douse the spent device with plenty of water from a bucket or hose before discarding to prevent a trash fire.

Chicken of the Sea

A limited amount of Chicken of the Sea 12-oz. cans are being recalled during to a production error that resulted in loose seals and seams. The defect is limited to just 1,105 cases of the product that were distributed in February and May in Wisconsin, Nebraska, Utah, Pennsylvania, New York, Maine, Colorado, Indiana, California and Oregon.

Affected products have the UPC code 4800000262, a Best By Date of 2/10/2014 and product code 7OA1E ASWAB, 7OA2E ASWAB, 7OA3E ASWAB, 7OA4E ASWAB, 7OA5E ASWAB, 7OAEE ASWAB or 7OAFE ASWAB on the can or label.

If you have any of these cans in your stash, call 1-877-843-6376 for information on returning the product to receive a full refund.

P&G 4-Hour Decongestant Nasal Spray

P&G is recalling its 4-Hour Decongestant Nasal Spray because the formulation may not meet the expiration dates on the bottles. This recall affects products sold under the names VapoSpray and Sinex. All products with the following UPC codes and an expiration date prior to June 2013 should immediately discard the remaining spray and call for a replacement coupon or refund.

  • VapoSpray 4 Hour Nasal Spray by Sinex, UPC Code: 3 23900 00082 7
  • Sinex Nasal Spray, UPC Code: 3 23900 00082 7
  • Sinex Ultra Fine Mist, UPC Code: 3 23900 00085 8

Sony VAIO Laptops

Sony is recalling more than 200,000 Vaio laptops that were sold between January and April 2010 because they can overheat, resulting in deformed keyboards and casings. Affected computers include the VPCF11 Series and VPCCW2 Series notebook computers. For a list of models which are known to be affected, refer to the original release.

I actually had this happen to me before I read this recall notice, and when I called, they had me follow the steps outlined below, which seems to have solved the problem. My laptop is not one of the Vaio models listed on the release (although it was purchased during the dates specified), so be sure to watch for this even if your model isn’t yet listed.

Visit Sony’s support site for instructions on updating your computer’s BIOS firmware to prevent your laptop from overheating. You can also call 866-496-7669 for more information or help on updating your firmware.

There have been several consumer recalls over the past couple of days that may affect Deal Seeking Mom readers, so be sure to check your stockpile this weekend. Please refer to the links included in each section for more details about the specific recalls:

Thousands of Fireworks Injuries Each Year

Although not technically a recall, the CPSC issued a release reminding consumers to follow the instructions and be extra careful when lighting sparklers, firecrackers and aerials in celebration of Independence Day. Last year, there were nearly 9,000 injuries, many of which include loss of limb and serious injury. The CPSC urges you to only use legal fireworks and to follow these guidelines for a safe celebration:

  • Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks.
  • Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or using them.
  • Avoid buying fireworks that come in brown paper packaging, as this can often be a sign that the fireworks were made for professional displays and could pose a danger to consumers.
  • Adults should always supervise fireworks activities. Parents often don’t realize that there are many injuries from sparklers to children under five. Sparklers burn at temperatures of about 2,000 degrees – hot enough to melt some metals.
  • Never have any portion of your body directly over a fireworks device when lighting the fuse. Move back to a safe distance immediately after lighting.
  • Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that have not fully functioned.
  • Never point or throw fireworks at another person.
  • Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap.
  • Light one item at a time then move back quickly.
  • Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them off in metal or glass containers.
  • After fireworks fully complete their functioning, douse the spent device with plenty of water from a bucket or hose before discarding to prevent a trash fire.

Chicken of the Sea

A limited amount of Chicken of the Sea 12-oz. cans are being recalled during to a production error that resulted in loose seals and seams. The defect is limited to just 1.105 cases of the product that were distributed in February and May in Wisconsin, Nebraska, Utah, Pennsylvania, New York, Maine, Colorado, Indiana, California and Oregon.

Affected products have the UPC code 4800000262, a Best By Date of 2/10/2014 and product code 7OA1E ASWAB, 7OA2E ASWAB, 7OA3E ASWAB, 7OA4E ASWAB, 7OA5E ASWAB, 7OAEE ASWAB or 7OAFE ASWAB on the can or label.

If you have any of these cans in your stash, call 1-877-843-6376 for information on returning the product to receive a full refund.

P&G 4-Hour Decongestant Nasal Spray

P&G is recalling its 4-Hour Decongestant Nasal Spray because the formulation may not meet the expiration dates on the bottles. This recall affects products sold under the names VapoSpray and Sinex. All products with the following UPC codes and an expiration date prior to June 2013 should immediately discard the remaining spray and call for a replacement coupon or refund.

  • VapoSpray 4 Hour Nasal Spray by Sinex, UPC Code: 3 23900 00082 7
  • Sinex Nasal Spray, UPC Code: 3 23900 00082 7
  • Sinex Ultra Fine Mist, UPC Code: 3 23900 00085 8

Sony VAIO Laptops

Consumer Recalls: Select Spaghettios, Kroger Ice Cream + More

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There have been several consumer recalls over the past couple of days that may affect Deal Seeking Mom readers, so be sure to check your stockpile this weekend. Please refer to the links included in each section for more details about the specific recalls:

Marie Callender Cheesy Chicken & Rice

ConAgra Foods has recalled Marie Callender’s Cheesy Chicken & Rice (13-oz. packages) with establishment number P-45 inside the USDA mark of inspection because of possible salmonella contamination. For more information on the recall, please call the ConAgra hotline at 1-866-484-9610.

Kroger Deluxe Chocolate Paradise Ice Cream

Kroger has recalled select containers of their Deluxe Chocolate Paradise Ice Cream for undeclared allergens because it may contain tree nuts that are not listed on the label. The affected packages are 48-ounce containers with a “sell by” date of Jan 24, 2011. If you do not have a tree nut allergy, there is no danger posed by the product. Customers with allergies should return the product to stores for a full refund or replacement.

SpaghettiOs with Meatballs

Campbell Soup has recalled three varieties of SpaghettiOs with Meatballs because they may contain underprocessed meatballs:

  • SpaghettiOs with Meatballs, bearing the identifying product code “U5”
  • SpaghettiOs A to Z with Meatballs, bearing the identifying product code “4N”
  • SpaghettiOs Fun Shapes with Meatballs (Cars), bearing the identifying product code “KS”

Affected products have the establishment number “EST 4K” and a “Use By” date between June 2010 and December 2011. Products can be returned to the store you purchased them from for a full refund.

Benadryl Allergy Ultratab Tablets & Extra Strength Tylenol Rapid Release Gels

Following up on the earlier Mcneil Consumer Healthcare recalls on children’s medicines earlier this year, they’ve now recalled two more Benadryl and Tylenol products, including:

  • Benadryl® Allergy Ultratab™ Tablets, 100 Count, lot numbers AJA008, ADA194, ABA022, ABA264
  • Extra Strength Tylenol® Rapid Release Gels, 50 Count, lot number ASA202

If you have purchased products from either lot, stop using them immediately and contact McNeil Consumer Healthcare for instructions on a refund or replacement at www.mcneilproductrecall.com or 1-888-222-6036.