Product safety guides
Clear, practical guides to recalls and product safety. No jargon, no scare tactics, just what to check and what to do.
How to Check if a Product Has Been Recalled
A simple, step-by-step way to find out whether anything you own has been recalled, using the official CPSC, FDA and NHTSA data in one place.
Read the guide After a recallWhat to Do If You Own a Recalled Product
A clear, step-by-step plan for any recall: how to confirm your unit is affected, claim a refund, repair or replacement, and report a problem safely.
Read the guide VehiclesHow to Check Car Recalls by VIN (Free)
Your VIN is the fastest way to find open safety recalls on a car. Here is where to find it, how to read the results, and why dealer repairs are free.
Read the guide Family safetyBaby and Child Product Recalls: A Parent's Guide
Which baby products get recalled and why, how to check the gear you own or buy secondhand, and the simple habits that keep recall news from slipping past you.
Read the guide Food and drugsFood Recalls Explained: Class I, II and III
What food recall classes mean, why allergens and bacteria like Listeria and Salmonella trigger them, and exactly what to do if a food in your kitchen is recalled.
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