Top recalls for the week of May 6 include walnuts, ground beef

Gibson Farms, Cargill Meat Solutions, DR Power Equipment, Igloo, Bausch + Lomb recalls overview:

• Who: Gibsons Farms, Cargill Meat Solutions, DR Power Equipment, Igloo and Bausch + Lomb recalled products last week.
• Why: The top recalls involve product safety and possible risk of harm. 
• Where: The recalls are effective in the United States; the DR Power Equipment recall is also effective in Canada.

Several popular companies, retailers and manufacturers announced recalls last week for products that may pose a risk of injury to consumers. Here are Top Class Actions’ top recalls for the week of May 6.

Gibson Farms initiates walnuts recall due to potential E. coli contamination

Gibson Farms announced a recall for specific lots of its Organic Light Halves and Pieces shelled walnuts due to potential contamination with E. coli. 

The affected products, distributed in California and Washington, have lot codes 3325-043 and 3341-501, with expiration dates of May 21, 2025, and June 7, 2025, respectively, the recall notice states. 

A comprehensive investigation is currently underway to find the origin of the E. coli contamination. Gibson Farms urged distributors to halt the sale of the affected products and return any remaining inventory to its Hollister, California, warehouse. 

Consumers seeking further information regarding the recall can reach out to Gibson Farms directly via telephone at 831-637-3512 or through email channels. 

Recall issued for Walmart ground beef sold nationwide

Cargill Meat Solutions announced a recall of approximately 16,243 pounds of ground beef sold at Walmart due to potential contamination with E. coli. 

The affected products, distributed in plastic-wrapped trays, include various lean percentages and cuts, such as 93% lean/7% fat all-natural lean ground beef, 85% lean/15% fat all-natural Angus premium ground beef and others, identifiable by specific lot codes and establishment numbers. These products were produced April 26-27 and distributed to Walmart stores across the United States, the recall notice says.

Cargill initiated the recall following its discovery that previously ground beef had been unintentionally utilized in the production of the new ground beef. 

While the company has not received reports of illness associated with the consumption of the recalled ground beef, Cargill urges consumers to check their purchased products and take necessary precautions, according to the recall notice. Consumers with inquiries regarding the recall should  contact Cargill Meat Solutions directly at 1-844-419-1574. 

Recall announced for 58K leaf blowers, vacuums due to laceration risk

DR Power Equipment initiated a recall for several models of its leaf blowers and vacuums due to potential laceration hazards. 

The recall affects approximately 57,000 walk-behind leaf blowers and vacuums and tow-behind leaf vacuums in the United States, with an additional 950 units sold in Canada, according to the recall notice. Pieces within the devices can dislodge, leading to ejection and posing risks of lacerations to both users and bystanders.

DR Power Equipment received 22 instances of loose pieces being ejected from the recalled leaf blowers and vacuums, the recall notice states. 

Consumers should stop using the affected products immediately and contact DR Power Equipment to arrange for a free dealer-installed repair. The company sold the leaf blowers and vacuums sold through various channels, including the company’s website and independent power equipment stores nationwide, from Sept. 2014 to Jan. 2024, at prices ranging from $1,300 to $4,000.

Igloo youth sipper bottles recalled due to choking hazard

Igloo announced a recall of 31,500 of its youth sipper bottles due to a potential choking hazard posed by the detachment of the silicone cover on the sipper.

Although Igloo has not received any reports of the silicone sleeve detaching or causing injury, it is taking proactive measures to ensure consumer safety, according to the recall notice.

Consumers should stop using the recalled bottles and contact Igloo for either a refund or replacement. Igloo recommends cutting the silicone spout into two pieces and photographing it before disposal. 

Customers who provide the original receipt can submit it along with the photos to customerservice@igloocooler.com to receive a full refund via their original payment method, a $15 store credit or a replacement bottle. 

Bausch + Lomb announces dog eyelid wipes recall 

Bausch + Lomb initiated a recall of approximately 32,000 units of its Project Watson eyelid wipes for dogs due to concerns regarding potential bacterial and fungal growth in the product’s container after opening. 

The recall specifically affects the 45-count containers of Project Watson eyelid wipes for dogs bearing lot numbers A09050 or A10055 printed on the bottom. 

Bausch + Lomb highlights the risk of serious infection posed by bacteria and/or fungi present in the containers of the recalled dog eyelid wipes, particularly for individuals with weakened immune systems or existing wounds, according to the recall notice.

Consumers are strongly advised to stop using the recalled dog eyelid wipes immediately and seek a refund by submitting a photograph of the product online before disposal. Despite no reported injuries to consumers or dogs, Bausch + Lomb received seven reports of substance development within opened and in-use wipe containers. 

Bausch + Lomb sold the products through various channels, including online platforms such as Chewy and Amazon, as well as brick-and-mortar stores like PetSmart and Walmart nationwide, from Feb. 2023, to March 2024, the recall notice states. They cost $13-$15.

For further inquiries regarding the recall, consumers can directly contact Project Watson at 877-857-1149 or via the company’s website. 

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