Top recalls for the week of Oct. 28 include McDonald’s onions, generic Cymbalta

Taylor Farms, Breckenridge Pharmaceutical Inc., Harley-Davidson, Acme Smoked Fish Corp., Chrysler recalls overview:

• Who: Taylor Farms, Breckenridge Pharmaceutical Inc., Harley-Davidson, Acme Smoked Fish Corp. and Chrysler 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.

Several popular companies, retailers and manufacturers announced recalls for products that may pose a risk of injury to consumers. Here are Top Class Actions’ top recalls for the week of Oct. 29.

Company recalls onions related to McDonald’s E coli outbreak

Taylor Farms issued a recall for yellow onions produced at its Colorado facility due to a potential link to a recent E. coli outbreak associated with McDonald’s food items. 

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other federal agencies are actively investigating the situation, and many individuals affected reported having eaten at McDonald’s, particularly the Quarter Pounder, prior to becoming ill. The outbreak resulted in illnesses across multiple states, with one reported death. 

Consumers seeking more information regarding the onion recall can reach out to Taylor Farms at 877-323-7374. 

McDonald’s temporarily removed the Quarter Pounder from its menu in affected areas, including parts of Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico and Oklahoma, as the investigation continues.

Generic Cymbalta recall affects 7,000+ bottles, FDA says

Breckenridge Pharmaceutical Inc. announced a recall for more than 7,100 bottles of duloxetine, the generic form of the antidepressant Cymbalta, due to contamination with N-nitroso-duloxetine, a chemical linked to potential cancer risk. 

The company announced the recall Oct. 10. It pertains to bottles containing 500 delayed-release 20-milligram capsules from lot no. 220128, which expires in December 2024. 

The Food and Drug Administration classified this recall as Class II, indicating that while the product could lead to temporary or medically reversible health consequences, patients should consult with their health care professionals. Patients should not stop taking their prescriptions without guidance, despite the contamination concerns, according to the recall notice. 

Duloxetine is commonly prescribed for conditions such as anxiety, depression and nerve pain..

Harley-Davidson issues recall for 15K+ bikes due to brake issue

Harley-Davidson is recalling more than 15,000 motorcycles due to a defect that could lead to a loss of brake function while riding. 

Announced Oct. 9, the recall affects 15,778 motorcycles, specifically the model year 2022 FXRST and the model years 2022-2024 FXLRST. The issue arises from the potential contact between the front brake lines and the fuel tank, which can cause damage and result in a brake fluid leak, increasing the risk of brake failure, the recall notice states.

The company says there have been no reported accidents or injuries linked to this brake defect. To address the issue, Harley-Davidson says it plans to inspect the affected brake lines and replace them if necessary, at no cost to the owners. 

Recall initiated for smoked salmon sold at Costco due to listeria contamination

Acme Smoked Fish Corp. recalled 111 cases of Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon due to potential contamination with listeria monocytogenes. 

The recall pertains to twin 12-ounce packages with the UPC 0 96619 25697 6, Lot No. 8512801270 and a best-by date of Nov. 13, 2024. Laboratory testing confirmed the presence of listeria in the affected products, the recall notice says

Listeria monocytogenes can cause serious and potentially fatal infections, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly and individuals with weakened immune systems, according to the recall notice. The bacteria can lead to severe complications for pregnant women, including miscarriages. 

There have been no reported illnesses linked to this recall. Consumers who purchased the product should not consume it and can return it to the store for a full refund or discard it.

Ram 1500 pickups recalled due to mirror defect

Chrysler announced a recall affecting more than 31,000 model year 2020-2023 Ram 1500 pickup trucks due to concerns that the mirror glass on the driver’s side heated trailer tow rearview mirror may detach. 

This recall includes trucks manufactured between Sept. 24, 2020, and April 11, 2023. The detachment of the mirror glass could significantly impair driver visibility, raising the risk of accidents, according to the recall notice.

To address this issue, Chrysler will provide free replacement of the affected mirror glass at authorized dealerships. For further inquiries about the recall, drivers can contact Chrysler at 800-853-1403 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236. 

Have you purchased any of the products listed in our top recalls recently? Let us know in the comments. And be sure to check out other top recalls.

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