Automaker Recalls 1.4M Of One America’s Most Popular Models: Recall Roundup

The nation’s largest automobile manufacturer has recalled nearly 1.4 million of one of its most popular models over a transmission problem that could cause a crash, according to federal safety regulators.

In health-related recalls, certain bottles of a common anti-anxiety drug have been recalled because they may not dissolve correctly, and millions of bottles of eye drops have been recalled because they may not be sterile.

Sources for this report are the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the Food and Drug Administration.

Automaker Recalls 1.4M Vehicles

Ford Motor Company is recalling nearly 1.4 million Ford F-150 pickup trucks in the United States due to a gearshift defect that could increase the risk of a crash, according to a National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall notice.

The recall is the latest in a string from Dearborn, Michigan-based Ford, America’s top carmaker for the ninth straight year. Last year, Ford issued more recalls than any other carmaker, recalling nearly 13 million vehicles, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Ford recently issued two separate recalls: one for software problems affecting center screens and another for a software issue that could cause malfunctions in the brake lights and turn signals of attached trailers.

The latest recall affects F-150 models equipped with six-speed automatic transmissions built between March 2014 and August 2017. Federal safety regulators say the issue can cause the vehicles to unexpectedly downshift into a lower gear, potentially leading to a loss of control.

The problem is linked to a fault in the transmission range sensor that may send incorrect signals to the vehicle’s powertrain control module, sometimes triggered by heat and vibration degrading electrical components over time.

Ford said it is aware of at least one crash and two injuries possibly related to the issue.

Dealers will fix the problem by updating the trucks’ software at no cost to owners, who will be notified by mail.

Popular Anxiety Drug Recalled

The Food and Drug Administration has announced a nationwide recall of certain bottles of the anti-anxiety medication Xanax XR due to concerns that the drug may not dissolve properly, potentially affecting how the medication is absorbed in the body, regulators said.

The recall involves one lot of 3-milligram extended-release alprazolam tablets distributed by Viatris Specialty LLC. The company initiated the voluntary recall in March, and the FDA classified it as a Class II recall, meaning use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, though serious harm is considered unlikely.

The affected bottles were distributed nationwide between August 2024 and May 2025. Officials said no adverse events have been reported.

Patients are urged to check prescription bottles for lot information and consult a pharmacist or healthcare provider before stopping the medication.

3M Bottles Of Eye Drops Recalled

More than 3 million bottles of over-the-counter eye drops sold nationwide have been recalled due to concerns they may not be sterile, posing a potential risk of infection, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

The recall covers multiple store-brand products manufactured by K.C. Pharmaceuticals and sold at major retailers including CVS, Walgreens, Kroger and Rite Aid. Federal regulators said the recall was triggered by a “lack of assurance of sterility,” meaning the company cannot guarantee the products are free of harmful microorganisms.

The affected eye drops include several types of lubricating and redness-relief products, with expiration dates ranging from spring to fall 2026.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration classified the action as a Class II recall, indicating the products could cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, though the risk of serious harm is considered low.

No injuries or infections have been reported, but consumers are urged to stop using the recalled products and discard them.

Sauté Pans Pose Burn Hazard

About 740,000 sets of sauté pans sold at Costco, Walmart and Amazon have been recalled because a metal cap on the handle can detach and “forcefully eject” when the pan is heated, posing burn and impact hazards, federal safety officials said.

The recall involves Granitestone Diamond Pro Blue stainless steel sauté pans sold between August 2021 and February 2026. The pans were sold in two-piece sets and carry UPC 0-80313-08131-6, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

Officials said at least 98 incidents have been reported in which the metal cap detached, including one case involving bruises and burns, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.

The pans were sold for about $40.

Consumers are advised to stop using the cookware immediately and contact the manufacturer, E. Mishan & Sons, for a full refund. Refunds require returning the recalled products.

Upscale Department Store’s Tea Kettles Recalled

About 4,600 Arch Studio tea kettles sold at Macy’s stores nationwide and online have been recalled because the handle can detach during use when heated, posing a serious burn hazard, federal safety officials said.

The recall, announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, involves stainless steel kettles sold from August 2025 through February 2026 for about $50. The brand name “Arch Studio” and model number “HJ10525” are etched on the underside of the products.

Officials said Macy’s has received three reports of handles detaching. No injuries have been reported.

Consumers are urged to stop using the kettles immediately and contact Macy’s for a full refund and instructions on how to return the product.

Cough Drops Recalled Nationwide

Cough drops sold nationwide have been recalled due to potential product quality issues identified during a manufacturing facility inspection, federal health officials said.

The Food and Drug Administration said the recall covers multiple brands of cough drops and throat lozenges distributed across the United States. The action was initiated after an Aug. 15, 2025, inspection of the overseas manufacturing facility raised concerns that could affect product quality.

The recall is classified as Class II, meaning use of the affected products may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health effects, though the risk of serious harm is considered low. No illnesses have been reported.

Consumers are urged to check product labels, including lot numbers and expiration dates, and stop using any affected items. The products may be returned to the place of purchase for a refund or disposed of, according to the FDA.

A full product list is found here.

Contaminant Prompts Massive Bread Recall

A focaccia bread distributed to 10 states has been recalled due to the possible presence of metal fragments, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The voluntary recall involves more than 23,000 cases of roasted tomato Parmesan focaccia products sold under several brand names, including store-label items and Trader Joe’s, according to the FDA and manufacturer Bakkavor, based in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The recalled bread was distributed in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Michigan, North Carolina, New Jersey, Texas and Virginia.

Officials said the issue was traced to roasted tomatoes supplied by a vendor, which may have introduced metal fragments into the product. The recall was classified as Class II, meaning consumption could cause temporary or medically reversible health effects, though the risk of serious harm is considered low.

No injuries have been reported. Consumers are advised to check product lot numbers and dispose of or return any affected items.

Allergy Concerns Prompt Recall

A Middletown, Connecticut-based health supplement company has issued a nationwide voluntary recall of dietary supplements due to undeclared allergens, according to the Food and Drug Administration.

Blueroot Health Inc. recalled specific lots of its Vital Nutrients Aller-C supplements after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said the products may contain undeclared egg, soy and hazelnut ingredients, posing a risk for people with allergies.

The recall affects 100- and 200-count bottles distributed nationwide. Officials said the products were sold through retailers and online channels.

No illnesses have been reported.

Consumers are urged to stop using the affected products immediately and return them for a refund or replacement, according to the company.

Kia Recalls 140K Vehicles

Kia is recalling more than 140,000 Carnival minivans in the United States due to a defect that could lead to a fuel leak and increase the risk of fire, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The recall covers certain 2022 through 2026 Kia Carnival vehicles. Federal safety regulators say components in the fuel system may not have been properly secured during manufacturing, allowing connections to loosen over time and potentially leak fuel.

Kia said it has received hundreds of reports of fuel leaks related to the issue, though no fires or injuries have been confirmed.

Dealers will inspect the fuel system and tighten or replace affected parts as needed at no cost to owners. Notification letters are expected to be mailed in early June.