Justin took his Taurus into AAMCO for transmission repairs, only to endure a month of repairs that left his car in no better shape, and it ended up endangering his life.
Transportation & Infrastructure
Maytag Recalls 2.3 Million Dishwashers Due To Fire Hazard
By 2.3.07
Do you have a Maytag or Jenn-air dishwasher? Did you buy it from July 1997 through June 2001? If so, you need to check the model number against the CPSC’s website and if it matches… stop using the dishwasher immediately, as “liquid rinse-aid can leak from its dispenser and come into contact with the dishwasher’s internal wiring which can short-circuit and ignite, posing a fire hazard.” It’s supposed to be jet dry, not jet burn the damn house down, so taking steps to prevent your dishwasher from igniting are, uh, strongly recommended.
BBB Sluts For GM
By 2.1.07
The BBB is GM’s bitch, at least that’s what we gather from a post by David Berlind, Executive Editor at ZDNet.
UPDATE: Consumer Takes Sleazy Prius Salesman To Court
By 1.30.07
Angela Weigold writes in what’s new with her case against a dirtbag Prius salesman, James Gentile. This was a guy who, after the deal went raw, left multiple harassing phone messages daily, called Angela a “whore” and put her phone number on online escort websites.
Toyota to Recall 553,000 Trucks, SUVs
By 1.23.07
- Toyota Motor Corp. plans to recall about 533,000 Sequoia SUVs and Tundra pickup trucks in the United States to repair faulty components that could make the vehicles difficult to steer….The latest recall covers certain 2004 to 2007 model year Sequoias and 2004 to 2006 model year Tundras, both built at Toyota’s Indiana plant, the automaker’s U.S. sales unit said in a statement.
The defect has caused 11 accidents and 6 injuries, Toyota said. They’ll begin notifying owners in Mid-February and will repair the “defective front suspension lower ball joints free of charge.”—MEGHANN MARCO
UPDATE: Consumer Takes Sleazy Prius Salesman To Court
By 1.18.07
Angela Weigold writes in what’s new with her case against a dirtbag Prius salesman. This was a guy who, after the deal went raw, left multiple harassing phone messages daily, called Angela a “whore” and put her phone number on online escort websites:
Virgin America’s Awesome Plane DOT Won’t Let You Ride
By 1.17.07
This is Virgin America’s vision of budget, yes, budget, air travel. And you can’t go on it.
Sword Swallowing Car Salesman
By 1.10.07
- Meyer, a salesman at Honda of Decatur, has turned what he calls a “sideshow” into a regular occurrence at the dealership.
Lead Snaps On Kid’s Clothes, Bad Idea
By 1.9.07
The CPSC has a recall of two types of overalls sold at Dilliard’s. What’s wrong with the overalls? They have “coatings on the snaps in the overalls and shirt contain excessive amounts of lead, posing a serious risk of lead poisoning and adverse health effects to young children.” This is a bad idea. Isn’t the first rule of children’s clothes…no lead? It’s at least the second rule.
GM’s Nazi Past
By 12.21.06
GM sold cars to Hitler, enjoyed it, then tried to cover it up, contends the investigative report, “Hitler’s Carmaker” by Edwin Black. Much of the piece describes the relations between James D. Mooney, head of GM’s overseas operations, and Adolph Hitler.
Wii Wrist Straps: Let the Lawsuits Begin
By 12.20.06
Law firm Green Welling LLP has filed the inevitable Wii wrist strap class action lawsuit, wherein they claim, ” Nintendo’s failure to include a remote that is free from defects is in breach of Nintendo’s own product warranty.” What’s the point of suing Nintendo?
Why Are There Taxes On Frequent Flyer Miles?
By 12.14.06
Why are “free” frequent flyer miles taxed, asks Katie.
Dangerous Amounts of Lead Found in Capitol Hill Gift Shop Trinkets
By 12.13.06
If you thought visiting Washington could be bad for your health, you’re right. Seven products, including bracelets, pendants and a souvenir spoon, were removed from the shelves of four gift shops in response to preliminary lead test results requested by Sen.Barack Obama, D-Ill., and Rep. Henry Waxman, D-Calif.
Air Rifles Recalled: You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out
By 12.8.06
Just in time for Christmas, there’s a recall on air rifles. Not on a Red Ryder BB gun with a compass in the stock, and this thing which tells time, of course…
Target Recalls 190,000 Really Gender-Specific Toys
By 11.16.06
Target is recalling a whopping 190,000 play-set type toys. “Some of these toys contain lead paint, which is toxic if ingested by young children and can cause adverse health effects. Also, some of the toys have sharp points, posing laceration or puncture wound hazards. The recall involves “Kool Toyz” brand toys, including sets containing die-cast cars, playground set, doll house set, dinosaurs, trucks, boats and planes. The packaging is primary blue and has the “Kool Toyz” logo is on the upper left corner of the packaging.” If you have these toys, take them away from children and bring them to Target for a full refund.
