US regulators investigate 280K Tesla models for steering issue: 'Serious safety hazard'
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has opened an investigation into reported issues with the power steering on Tesla Model 3 and Model Y vehicles.
US safety regulator launches probe into fatal Tesla crash
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is opening an investigation into a deadly crash involving a 2018 Tesla Model 3 in California.
Regulators probe complaints over door issues on some Escape models
Regulators at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are investigating complaints that doors on some Ford Escapes can open when the vehicle being driven.
New York City asks for public's help in e-bike crackdown amid fire threat
New York City officials are cracking down on e-bike repair shops amid a spate of fires involving their batteries that have proven deadly, including the blaze that left four dead last week.
Nationwide lifeguard shortage may cause hundreds of pools and beaches to close this summer
A nationwide lifeguard shortage, which grew during the pandemic, may result in the closure of many pools and beaches across the country this summer.
Uber exec says new teen feature is safe while some raise safety concerns
Uber launches new teen feature with safety measures in place, but some child safety advocates are still concerned about the potential for predators to reach the impressionable age group.
GM issues recall for nearly 1M vehicles because of airbag inflators that may explode
General Motors on Friday issued a recall for nearly 1 million of its SUV model cars from 2014 to 2017 because of defective airbag inflators that may explode during a crash.
Tesla recalls 1.1M cars in China over safety concerns
Tesla is slated to issue a recall on over a million cars in the People's Republic of China, according to regulators.
BMW issues 'do not drive' warning for older models with recalled airbags that may explode
BMW has issued a "Do Not Drive" order for 90,000 of its 2000-2006 model vehicles due to defective Takata-made airbags that may explode during an accident.
Honda recalls nearly 500K vehicles over seat belt issue
Honda is recalling nearly 500,000 vehicles because of a safety issue with seat belt buckles that could prevent seat occupants from being properly restrained during a crash.
Feds suspect Tesla was using automated driving system in fatal firetruck crash
The feds suspect that a Tesla was using the automated driving system when it crashed into a firetruck last month. The California crash killed the driver and injured the passenger.
Gas stove ban 'on the table' for federal agency: reports
A federal agency is considering pursuing a ban on gas stoves because of the harmful nature of the particulate matter the appliances emit and health concerns.
Peloton fined $19 million for not reporting treadmill safety issues
Peloton agreed to pay a $19 million fine for failing to disclose defects with its Tread+ treadmill, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Consumers should 'immediately' stop using Otteroo infant flotation rings following infant death, CPSC says
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued a warning about a drowning risk associated with certain infant flotation rings after a death was reported in 2020.
Florida CEO in storm of controversy after telling staff to report to office as Hurricane Ian approached land
PostcardMania CEO Joy Mendusa found herself in a storm of controversy after she encouraged employees to come to work even as Hurricane Ian barreled toward the Florida coast.
Peloton may face civil monetary penalties from CPSC related to treadmill recall
Peloton Interactive, he fitness equipment and media company, also faces investigations from the Department of Justice, Department of Homeland Security and US Securities and Exchange Commission.
230K Polaris snowmobiles at risk of fire, need safety fix, company says
Off-road vehicle manufacturer Polaris is telling consumers not to use 230,000 snowmobiles after receiving reports of gas tank defects and related fires.
Uber's new safety toolkit featuring live help from an agent
Uber is rolling out a revamped safety toolkit featuring live help from an ADT safety agent that will stay in touch with the user and contact 911 if necessary.
Uber, ADT partner so users can talk to a safety agent during ride
Uber unveiled live help from an ADT safety agent in a new "safety toolkit" on Tuesday.
Nuk baby bottles sold on Amazon recalled over high lead levels
NUK, a baby bottle manufacturer, has to recall more than 100 units sold exclusively on Amazon due to the product containing high levels of lead.