FOX16 Consumer Alerts

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 20,000 ER visits across the nation involved televisions or televisions and furniture falling on children in 2010. Arkansas Children's Hospital (ACH) suggests ways to prevent them.

The Better Business Bureau of Arkansas is issuing a warning that Netflix is the latest in a long line of companies to be plagued with a phishing scam using their name.

The Arkansas Department of Health is recalling all “Lazy Cakes” because the product contains melatonin which has not been approved for general food use.

Toyota Motor Corp. recalled 2.17 million vehicles in the United States on Thursday to address accelerator pedals that could become entrapped in floor mats or jammed in driver's side carpeting, prompting federal regulators to close its investigation into the embattled automaker.

Under government pressure, Ford Motor Co. said Wednesday it will recall nearly 150,000 F-150 pickup trucks to fix air bags that could deploy without warning.

Automakers recalled about 20 million vehicles in 2010, led by high-profile recalls by Toyota that prompted new scrutiny of the auto industry's safety record.

The Kroger Co. is recalling select packages of pet food in 19 states, saying the products might contain aflatoxin, which poses a health risk to pets.

The Pictsweet Company announced a voluntary recall of certain codes of store brand products containing frozen Green Peas after the company learned that some of the packages may contain glass fragments, which may cause injury if ingested.

Arkansans camped out to get their hands on the brand new limited-edition R2D2 phone from Verizon.

Here's a look at the top 15 toys that Toys R Us is betting will be holiday hits.

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, IIHS, has released its test results on booster seats. And the results for the most part are pretty good.

In the last month, at least two Arkansas attorneys have been the victims of internet fraud by alleged “foreign” clients using bogus checks drawn on Canadian banks.

New technology is in place at an Arkansas restaurant to stop credit card fraud and theft. The equipment is eliminating the use of computers altogether in transactions.

Toyota recalled 1.33 million Corolla sedans and Matrix hatchbacks in the U.S. and Canada Thursday because their engines may stall, the latest in a string of quality problems at the Japanese automaker.

Roast beef and ham that was distributed to Walmart delicatessens nationwide and sold in sandwiches has been recalled because it might be tainted with potentially harmful bacteria, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said Tuesday.

Fresh Express is voluntarily recalling certain cases of its Veggie Lovers Salad due to a possible health risk.

Honda Motor Co. is recalling the popular Accord and Civic passenger cars to address problems with an ignition switch that could allow the key to be removed without the transmission being shifted into park, its third recall over the problem since 2003.

The US CPSC, in cooperation with Baby Matters, is announcing a recall of 30,000 Nap Nanny® portable baby recliners. CPSC is investigating a report of a 4-month-old girl who died in a Nap Nanny® that was being used in a crib.

Perdue Farms is recalling approximately 91,872 pounds of frozen chicken nugget products that may contain foreign materials.

Johnson & Johnson's McNeil Consumer Healthcare business is recalling several products due to a chemical odor.

Two Arkansas businesses are showing signs of improvement. FOX16's Roby Brock talks about Dillards and Kimberley-Clark's growth.

Bloomberg news is reporting Verizon wireless will soon be getting the Apple iPhone.

Kellogg Co. is voluntarily recalling about 28 million boxes of Apple Jacks, Corn Pops, Froot Loops and Honey Smacks cereals because a "waxy" smell and flavor coming from the package liners could make people sick, the company said Friday.

Participation in a program offering rebates to purchasers of energy-efficient appliances has fallen short of expectations, so the Arkansas Energy Office is seeking to boost interest by offering bigger refunds.

Natural Balance Pet Foods is voluntarily recalling Natural Balance Sweet Potato & Chicken Dry Dog Food. It has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

A cooker malfunction at a Campbell Soup plant is behind the recall of 15 million pounds of the SpaghettiOs with meatballs.

General Motors is recalling about 1.5 million vehicles worldwide to address a problem with a heated windshield wiper fluid system that could lead to a fire.

Nissan Motor Co. said Tuesday it will recall nearly 135,000 Infiniti G35 sedans and coupes to address a problem that could lead to the air bag not deploying in a crash.

The Food and Drug Administration said Saturday it was investigating a health-care company for possible other problems following its recall of more than 40 over-the-counter infant's and children's liquid medications.

Honda Motor Co. is recalling about 167,000 Acura TSX cars to fix power steering hoses that could deteriorate and cause a fire under the hood.

If cooking eggs is slimier than super the makers of the EZ Cracker say they've got a one handed helper to produce perfect results.

The makers of the Moshi Handsfree Car Speakerphone say it'll make talking on the phone in the car even safer, because you won't need to use your hands to make or answer calls. But is it a deal or a dud?

The makers of the Slim-n-Lift say the girdle-like product will make it look like you've lost up to three dress sizes in an instant. But is it a deal or a dud?

The makers of the Ravi Instant Wine Chiller say it cools the wine to the desired temperature as you pour it from the bottle. But is it a deal or a dud?

The CPSC and Ethan Allen Global announced a voluntary recall of approximately 163,000 Roman-style shades because they pose a risk of strangulation.

The makers of the Bend-A-Hanger say the flexible hangers will hang wide necks and spaghetti straps, and prevent bumps in your clothing. But are they a deal or a dud?

The makers of the BigTop Cupcake say it is the fast and easy way to create a colossal cupcake that will make everyone's face light up! But is it a deal or dud?

The makers of the Smart Mop say the mop with a twist will hold up to 10 times its weight in water, and work on any surface, with any spill! but is it a deal or a dud?

If your monthly phone bill is sending you into cell shock it may be time for a mobile makeover. Learn how simple steps can mean big savings for you and your family.

The makers of the Bottle Top say you can turn your favorite canned drink into your favorite bottled drink in a snap. But is it a Deal or a Dud?

Toyota, the world's number one auto-maker is suspending U.S. sales of eight recalled vehicle models to fix accelerator pedals that could stick.

A FOX16 Consumer Alert as a hot water mop needs to be returned. Lysol is recalling 162,000 of its steam cleaning mops.

Toyota is recalling 2.3 million U.S. vehicles to correct sticking accelerator pedals, the latest in a string of quality problems that have bedeviled the Japanese automaker.

About 1.5 million Graco strollers sold at Wal-Mart, Target and other major retailers are being recalled after some children's fingertips were amputated by hinges on the products.

The makers of the Twin Draft Guard claim you can start saving money on your energy bill. But is it a deal or dud?

Now there's a girdle for the fellas. It's called the Equmen Core Precision Undershirt and it promises to make guys look slimmer and stand up straighter. Is it a Deal or a Dud?

The makers of the Jupiter Jack say the device could help you chat hands-free without shouting though static. Is it a Deal or a Dud?

The Strawberry Shortcake Berry Café is one of the most popular holiday toys and the makers promise it will be a treat for the little lady in your life! Is it a deal or a dud?

About 26,000 MTD products Log Splitter are under recall. The control handle can fail to return to neutral leaving the splitter running and posing an amputation risk.