Jan 11, 2022 | Archive
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission & Three Leading Elevator Manufacturers Announce Recalls Of Residential Elevators Due To Industry-Wide Issue Of Child Entrapment Hazard; Risk Of Serious Injury Or Death To Young Children
Manufacturers Providing Free Safety Devices To Address Hazardous Gap Spaces Between Home Elevator Doors
On January 11, 2022, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (“CPSC”) and Bella Elevator, LLC, Inclinator Company of America, and Savaria Corporation, have announced three separate, voluntary recalls of about 69,000 residential elevators.
Young children can become entrapped in the space between the exterior landing (hoistway) door and the interior elevator car door or gate if there is a hazardous gap, and suffer serious injuries or death when the elevator is called to another floor.
Consumers should keep unsupervised young children away from the recalled residential elevators and contact the manufacturers for instructions on how to measure for space guards to correct any hazardous gap. Space guards will be provided free of charge and assistance with space guard installation will be provided on request.
Bella Elevator, Inclinator Company of America, and Savaria Corporation have agreed that all current manufacturing and distribution of future residential elevators will comply with applicable voluntary safety standards to eliminate the young child entrapment hazard. The CPSC previously warned consumers about residential elevators in July 2021.
For additional information about the residential elevator recalls, please click on the following:
Bella Elevator LLC Recalls Residential Elevators Due to Child Entrapment Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Young Children
Inclinator Company of America Recalls Residential Elevators Due to Child Entrapment Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Young Children
Savaria Corporation Recalls Residential Elevators Due to Child Entrapment Hazard; Risk of Serious Injury or Death to Young Children
Source: CPSC.gov
If you have been the victim of a defective or misleading consumer product and/or product recall, please complete the form on the right or e-mail [email protected] for a free, no-obligation evaluation of potential legal claims.
Jan 11, 2022 | Archive
On January 7, 2022, a class action lawsuit was filed against Omnitracs, LLC (“Omnitracs”) in United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, Eastern Division, for violations of the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act.
According to the complaint, the Plaintiff used to work as a truck driver in Illinois. Omnitrac’s Critical Event Video (“CEV”) hardware was equipped in Plaintiff’s truck and monitored the Plaintiff and his facial geometry. Omnitracs, allegedly, captured, collected, or otherwise obtained Plaintiff’s facial geometry and the facial geometry of others similarly situated without following the requirements of the Biometric Information Privacy Act.
One of the Omnitrac’s products is an in-vehicle camera with the technology to detect driver behavior. Omnitrac’s technology, according to the lawsuit, identifies inattentive driving behavior that may be caused, for example, by distraction, driver fatigue, or drowsiness. The Defendant’s facial mapping technology, allegedly, collects scans of a driver’s facial geometry to identify a driver’s attentiveness.
The CEV hardware, according to the complaint, provides complete visibility of the entire cab, as well as details of the driver’s face, eyes, and hands to identify drowsiness, sleep, phone use, cigarette use, seatbelt use, and other safety-critical behaviors, as certain critical trigger events.
During the relevant time period (i.e., between January 7, 2017 and the present), Defendant Omnitracs, allegedly, collected scans of Plaintiff’s facial geometry to analyze his driving behavior, despite never having informed the Plaintiff, in writing or otherwise, that scans of his facial geometry or his biometric data were being collected.
Omnitracs also, allegedly, never obtained Plaintiff’s informed written consent to collect scans of his facial geometry or his biometric data and never informed Plaintiff in writing of the purpose and length of time for which Defendant Omnitracs would collect scans of the Plaintiff’s facial geometry.
For more information about the collection, use and/or dissemination of biometric information, please click here.
If you believe your biometric data has been illegally collected, stored, used, disclosed, transmitted or disseminated by a private entity, please contact Kehoe Law Firm, P.C., [email protected], for a free, no-obligation evaluation of potential legal claims.
Jan 11, 2022 | Archive
Newell Brands Inc. & Sunbeam Products, Inc. Subject Of Class Action For The Alleged Marketing, Manufacture And/Or Sale Of Consumer Products Containing Warranty Statements That Condition The Continued Validity Of A Warranty On The Use Of Only An Authorized Repair Service
On January 7, 2022, a class action lawsuit was filed in United States District Court for the District Of Massachusetts, against Newell Brands Inc. and Sunbeam Products, Inc. for the manufacture, marketing, and/or sale of consumer products under the Sunbeam, Crockpot, Oyster, and Mr. Coffee brand names with warranty statements that constitute an alleged, illegal “tying arrangement” – a circumstance which conditions a consumer product’s warranty on the use of a specific repair service.
The complaint, among other things, alleges that the Newell and Sunbeam Defendants “exacerbate these violations by stating on the outside of the product packaging that the [p]roducts include a one-year limited warranty, but the unlawful repair restriction is not revealed to the consumer until after the point of sale.”
According to the class action complaint, “a reasonable consumer would rely on the warranty mentioned on the outside of the packaging,” and if class members knew about the “unlawful repair restriction, they would not have purchased the [p]roduct, or would have paid significantly less for it.” The Defendants’ conduct is an an alleged violation of the tying prohibition of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act.
For more information about repair restrictions and illegal “tying arrangements,” please click here.
If you feel that you have been prevented or obstructed from having a consumer product repaired using third-party replacement parts or independent repair shops or facilities, or that your warranty was voided, or will be voided, because of independent repair, please complete the form on the right or e-mail [email protected] for a free, no-obligation evaluation of potential legal claims.
Jan 7, 2022 | Archive
Freightliner Custom Chassis XBP (2018); XBR (2017-2020); XBS (2017-2022); XCL (2016-2019); XCM (2016-2023); XCP(2017-2021); XCR (2016-2023); XCS (2017-2023)
Daimler Trucks North America LLC is recalling certain 2018 Freightliner Custom Chassis (“FCCC”) XBP; 2017-2020 XBR; 2017-2022 XBS; 2016-2019 XCL; 2016-2023 XCM; 2017-2021 XCP; 2016-2023 XCR; and 2017-2023 XCS recreational vehicle chassis. The rear mounted Power Distribution Module (“PDM”) may have internal damage, which could result in the rear marker lights, brake lights, or turn signals not functioning. Non-functioning brake lights, rear markers, or turn signals can reduce vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Please click NHTSA Campaign Number 21V00H000 for additional information about the safety issue and the reason for the vehicle recall.
Freightliner Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500 & Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, 2500, 3500 & 4500 Vehicles
Daimler Vans USA, LLC is recalling certain 2019-2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Freightliner Sprinter vehicles. A software error in the park lock system may allow the vehicle to move after the gear selector has been placed in the Park ‘P’ position without the parking brake applied. Unintentional vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash. Please click NHTSA Campaign Number 21V972000 for additional about the safety issue and the reason for the vehicle recall.
How Do You Know If Your Vehicle Has Been Recalled?
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall which MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If not repaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you. To find out if your vehicle is included in the recall, please use the NHTSA’s VIN Look-up Tool.
What Is A Vehicle Recall?
When a manufacturer or the NHTSA determines that a vehicle creates an unreasonable risk to safety or fails to meet minimum safety standards, the manufacturer is required to fix that vehicle at no cost to the owner. The fix, or repair, can be accomplished by repairing, replacing, offering a refund (for equipment) or, in rare cases, repurchasing the car/vehicle.
What Should I Do If My Vehicle Is Included In This Recall?
If your vehicle is included in a specific recall, it is very important that you get it fixed as soon as possible given the potential danger to you and your passengers if it is not addressed. You should receive a separate letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, notifying you of the recall and explaining when the remedy will be available, whom to contact to repair your vehicle, and to remind you that the repair will be done at no charge to you. If you believe your vehicle is included in the recall, but you do not receive a letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, please call NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or contact your vehicle manufacturer or dealership.
For additional information about vehicle recalls, please click Vehicle Recall FAQs.
Source: U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
VEHICLE OWNERS AND LESSEES AFFECTED BY AUTOMOTIVE DEFECTS OR SAFETY RECALLS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE FORM ON THE RIGHT OR CONTACT KEHOE LAW FIRM, P.C., [email protected], FOR A FREE, NO-OBLIGATION EVALUATION OF POTENTIAL LEGAL CLAIMS.
Jan 5, 2022 | Archive
Mercedes A220 (2019-2020), Mercedes AMG GLB35 (2021), Mercedes GLB250 (2020) – Front Axle Carrier May Corrode
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC is recalling certain 2021 AMG GLB35, 2019-2020 A220, and 2020 GLB250 vehicles. The integral carrier that supports the front axle may corrode, causing it to fail. Front axle carrier failure may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. Please click NHTSA Campaign Number 21V990000 for additional information about the safety issue and the reason for the vehicle recall.
How Do You Know If Your Vehicle Has Been Recalled?
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall which MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If not repaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you. To find out if your vehicle is included in the recall, please use the NHTSA’s VIN Look-up Tool.
What Is A Vehicle Recall?
When a manufacturer or the NHTSA determines that a vehicle creates an unreasonable risk to safety or fails to meet minimum safety standards, the manufacturer is required to fix that vehicle at no cost to the owner. The fix, or repair, can be accomplished by repairing, replacing, offering a refund (for equipment) or, in rare cases, repurchasing the car/vehicle.
What Should I Do If My Vehicle Is Included In This Recall?
If your vehicle is included in a specific recall, it is very important that you get it fixed as soon as possible given the potential danger to you and your passengers if it is not addressed. You should receive a separate letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, notifying you of the recall and explaining when the remedy will be available, whom to contact to repair your vehicle, and to remind you that the repair will be done at no charge to you. If you believe your vehicle is included in the recall, but you do not receive a letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, please call NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or contact your vehicle manufacturer or dealership.
For additional information about vehicle recalls, please click Vehicle Recall FAQs.
Source: U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
VEHICLE OWNERS AND LESSEES AFFECTED BY AUTOMOTIVE DEFECTS OR SAFETY RECALLS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE FORM ON THE RIGHT OR CONTACT KEHOE LAW FIRM, P.C., [email protected], FOR A FREE, NO-OBLIGATION EVALUATION OF POTENTIAL LEGAL CLAIMS.
Dec 30, 2021 | Archive
Tesla Model 3 Vehicle Recall – Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
Your vehicle MAY be involved in a safety recall which MAY create a safety risk for you or your passengers. If not repaired, a potential safety defect could lead to injury or even death. Safety defects must be repaired by a dealer at no cost to you. The following MAY APPLY to your vehicle if it is listed below. Please click on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (“NHTSA”) Recall ID Number below to learn more about the safety issue and the reason for the vehicle recall.
Manufacturer: Tesla, Inc. (“Tesla”)
Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY, BACK OVER PREVENTION
Potential Number of Units Affected: 356,309
Summary & Remedy
Tesla is recalling all 2017-2020 Model 3 vehicles. The rearview camera cable harness may be damaged by the opening and closing of the trunk lid, preventing the rearview camera image from displaying. A rearview camera that does not function reduces the driver’s rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Tesla Service will inspect and install a guide protector and new cable harness as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 18, 2022. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla’s number for this recall is SB-21-17-008. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to nhtsa.gov.
What Is A Vehicle Recall?
When a manufacturer or the NHTSA determines that a vehicle creates an unreasonable risk to safety or fails to meet minimum safety standards, the manufacturer is required to fix that vehicle at no cost to the owner. The fix, or repair, can be accomplished by repairing, replacing, offering a refund (for equipment) or, in rare cases, repurchasing the car/vehicle.
What Should I Do If My Vehicle Is Included In This Recall?
If your vehicle is included in a specific recall, it is very important that you get it fixed as soon as possible given the potential danger to you and your passengers if it is not addressed. You should receive a separate letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, notifying you of the recall and explaining when the remedy will be available, whom to contact to repair your vehicle, and to remind you that the repair will be done at no charge to you. If you believe your vehicle is included in the recall, but you do not receive a letter in the mail from the vehicle manufacturer, please call NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236, or contact your vehicle manufacturer or dealership.
For additional recall information, please click Vehicle Recall FAQs.
Source: U.S. Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
VEHICLE OWNERS AND LESSEES AFFECTED BY AUTOMOTIVE DEFECTS OR SAFETY RECALLS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE FORM ON THE RIGHT OR CONTACT KEHOE LAW FIRM, P.C., [email protected], FOR A FREE, NO-OBLIGATION EVALUATION OF POTENTIAL LEGAL CLAIMS.
