Consumer News
Hyundai Tucson (2024): Rear seat belt pretensioner may fail in a crash — 92,500 units. NHTSA #25V-285
ConsumerAffairs
2 storiesMajor Appliance Brand Issues Recall on 500,000 Dishwashers Over Fire Risk
ConsumerAffairs reports a leading appliance manufacturer is recalling half a million dishwashers after a wiring defect was linked to multiple house fires. Owners are urged to stop using the appliances immediately.
Thousands of Complaints Filed Against Popular Streaming Services in Q1 2026
ConsumerAffairs has received over 12,000 complaints in Q1 2026 about unauthorized charges, difficult cancellations, and misleading promotional pricing from major streaming platforms.
Fox News
2 storiesGrocery Bills Expected to Rise 4-6% as New Tariffs Hit Imported Foods
New tariffs on imported produce and packaged goods are expected to push grocery prices up 4-6% by summer. Economists warn lower-income households will feel the impact most, with fresh produce and canned goods hit hardest.
Electric Vehicle Prices Drop to Near-Parity With Gas Cars as Competition Heats Up
The average transaction price for a new EV fell to $44,200 — just $1,800 above the average gas-powered vehicle. Analysts say expanded tax credits and increased competition are driving the convergence.
CBS News
2 storiesHow to Protect Your Savings as Interest Rates Stay High Through 2026
With the Fed holding rates steady, CBS News financial experts break down the best high-yield savings accounts, CDs, and money market options available to consumers right now.
FDA Warns of Contaminated Eye Drops Sold at Major Retailers Nationwide
The FDA has issued a safety alert for several brands of over-the-counter eye drops after testing found bacterial contamination. Consumers are urged to check their medicine cabinets immediately and discard affected products.
NBC News
2 storiesScammers Targeting Seniors With Fake Medicare Enrollment Calls This Spring
NBC News consumer unit warns of a surge in fraudulent Medicare calls targeting seniors ahead of the enrollment period. Victims have lost thousands to fake insurance plans that never existed.
New FTC Rules Force Retailers to Make Subscription Cancellations Easier
The Federal Trade Commission's "click-to-cancel" rule is now fully in effect, forcing companies to offer a simple one-step cancellation process for any subscription service sold online.