Consumer Recalls & Warnings
4 storiesCommon formats include recall alerts, affected-product guides, remedy explainers and regulatory updates, with affected products and hazard identification providing context. Consumer Recalls & Warnings keeps the immediate update connected to earlier decisions and future deadlines.
Five Below agrees to $179,500 settlement over pricing violations in Michigan
Five Below will pay $179,500 to Michigan after state investigators found repeated overcharging and missing price tags at stores in Southeast Michigan. The retailer must now implement stricter pricing controls and undergo independent audits.
Farmington Hills Offers Free Car Seat Inspections September 12
The Farmington Hills Fire Department will provide free car seat inspections for families on Sunday, September 12. Appointments are required and must be confirmed by September 10 to secure a spot at Fire Station #3.
Federal Agency Clarifies Hospital Data Sharing for Injury Surveillance
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has confirmed that hospital participation in its updated injury surveillance system will remain voluntary, following concerns from hospital leaders and privacy advocates about patient data security and federal requirements
California to Phase Out Paraquat Pesticide Linked to Health Risks
California will phase out paraquat, a pesticide tied to birth defects and thyroid issues, after manufacturers withdrew their products following new state health assessments. The move follows years of advocacy and recent regulatory review.