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Freezing in your own living room or cutting back on groceries just to pay energy bills? You’re not alone. Upload your bill to Bill Decoder to make sense of confusing charges, and join Consumer Reports in fighting for fairer rates ⚡️ https://www.consumerreports.org/utility-bills/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

#Recall: A fuel line connection on the 2024-2027 Toyota Land Cruiser could leak and cause a fire. 106,000 SUVs are included in the recall. Sign up for our Recall Tracker: https://www.consumerreports.org/mycr/benefits/car-recall-tracker/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

#Recall: If you own a 2015-2016 Hyundai Genesis or 2017-2020 Genesis G80 sedan, a power seat switch could get stuck, overheat, and cause a fire even if the car is off. Sign up for our Recall Tracker: https://www.consumerreports.org/mycr/benefits/car-recall-tracker/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

Over 600 reports claim that babies developed rashes or other skin problems after wearing Millie Moon diapers. Consumer Reports is calling for a recall and advising parents to stop using them. https://www.consumerreports.org/babies-kids/diapers/millie-moon-diaper-rash-a9116171515/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

#Recall: Kayem Foods recalled more than 1.5 million pounds of meat sold at several Walmart, Stop & Shop, and other grocery stores along the East Coast after it was discovered that some of the products may not have been properly refrigerated.

"We're hearing a lot of folks who don't know what they can possibly do to afford rising [electricity] rates," CR's Sara Enright told CBS News. CR launched Bill Decoder to help consumers take more power over their energy bills ⚡ Read more:

Electricity rates are through the roof. Consumer Reports launched the free Bill Decoder tool to help you make sense of confusing charges, find savings, and fight for fairer rates.

We're thrilled to be a Finalist in the 6th Annual #AnthemAwards, an award celebrating purpose and mission-driven work! Help us win an Anthem Community Voice Award by voting for CR's Instacart investigation in the Technology - Campaign (Non Profit) category here: https://bit.ly/3UcmgvA

It's National Teen Driver Safety Week. These safe used cars and SUVs are well-suited for young drivers.

These are important car safety recalls from September that you should know about. Sign up for our Car Recall Tracker to get alerts sent directly to your inbox: https://www.consumerreports.org/mycr/benefits/car-recall-tracker/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

Consumers should enjoy more and stronger protections from the health risks of harmful pesticides, say Consumer Reports and Environmental Working Group

This week, Environmental Working Group and Consumer Reports unveiled the Consumer Pesticide Safety Bill of Rights to ensure that any federal pesticide legislation protects the public, including children.

The largest cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history is over, but the safety gaps remain. More than 12,000 people got sick this summer amid unclear recalls, inconsistent updates, and slow tracing. Here are the key takeaways we found.

As families are struggling with rising costs, scams are one more expense we can’t afford. Check out the Consumer Cyber Readiness Report by Consumer Reports, Aspen Digital, and Global Cyber Alliance: https://innovation.consumerreports.org/scams-are-part-of-everyday-american-life/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

It’s #DAFDay2026, a moment to celebrate the power of donor-advised funds! Power CR’s work to address digital rights, financial fairness, and consumer safety. Recommend a gift today and be the hero millions of consumers can count on. Get started: www.consumerreports.org/about-us/par... #DAFDay

#Recall: Chilean fruit company, Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A., expanded their recall of frozen organic blueberries and frozen mixed berries sold at Walmart and frozen mixed berries sold at Trader Joe’s over fears they could be contaminated with E. coli. Here's what you need to know.

#Recall: Frozen organic blueberries and frozen mixed berries sold at Walmart and frozen mixed berries sold at Trader Joe’s recalled over fears they could be contaminated with E. coli. If you have any of these recalled products, throw out or return to the store where you purchased them for a refund.

Over 115K signatures DELIVERED! 🚨 Our small but mighty crew of CR staff & volunteers took your message to FDA HQ. Time for U.S. Food and Drug Administration to act: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/food-additives/popular-snacks-contain-high-levels-of-additives-a6822743034/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

Today at 1pm ET: Tune in to the National Day of Action against online scams, with Consumer Reports and the United to Stop Online Scams coalition. Tune in live at the link below ⬇️ https://www.youtube.com/live/_eOwl5u6j2g

Consumer Reports warns Puget Sound Energy rate proposal could add over $600 a year to typical electric bill “A rate increase is more than numbers in a regulatory filing. For consumers, it’s $50 missing from the household budget every month,” says CR's Sara Enright.

Fake ads. Fake storefronts. AI-cloned voices of people you know. Americans lose an estimated $148.2B a year to online scams. Consumers shouldn't have to be the last line of defense. Join us Sept. 30 for a National Day of Action. Live at 1PM ET. https://action.consumerreports.org/20260925-usos

Consumer Reports launches media campaign in North Carolina to fight Duke Energy rate hikes “This is designed to cut through the noise and elevate the voices of everyday North Carolinians who are frustrated with excessive increases of their electricity bills," says CR's Sara Enright.

“Parents should not have to be product safety experts to avoid dangerous products when shopping, including on secondhand platforms." —Oriene Shin, manager of safety advocacy for Consumer Reports

Just hand-delivered 100K of your petition signatures to the FDA, saying cut the chemicals from our food! 🙌 Read the Consumer Reports and Yuka investigation here: https://www.consumerreports.org/health/food-additives/popular-snacks-contain-high-levels-of-additives-a6822743034/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

#Recall: Check your freezer for Bettergoods Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine. If you have it, return it for a refund or throw it away. Here’s what to know about the recall.

We just hand-delivered 100K of your signatures to the FDA. Thanks to everyone who took action and signed our petition! We'll keep you updated on how the FDA responds. https://www.consumerreports.org/health/food-additives/popular-snacks-contain-high-levels-of-additives-a6822743034/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

Secondhand baby gear can be a great way to save money, but our investigation found some serious safety gaps. We found recalled, restricted, and banned baby products listed on major resale platforms. Here’s what parents should know.

What is ‘regenerative agriculture’ and can it improve our food quality? Health editor Kevin Loria soil health school to learn what a more sustainable way to grow crops and raise animals looks like.

Consumer Reports supports a Seattle bill to ban personalized pricing, the Fair Pricing and Transparency Act. Learn more ⬇️

Recall: Ford recalls 220K F-150 pickups from 2023-2027 model years b/c their fuel tanks may not have been attached properly. They could leak fuel or detach, potentially causing a fire. Sign up for CR's Recall Tracker https://www.consumerreports.org/mycr/benefits/car-recall-tracker/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_BS

Consumer Reports’ new tests found harmful contaminants in some baby foods. We need strict safety standards to get heavy metals and microplastics out of baby food. Tell Congress to take action now: https://actnow.consumerreports.org/lp/o7011sc6

It's Baby Safety Month. Have a question about baby or child safety? Join our Reddit AMA to ask CR experts and Dr. Ari Brown, MD, pediatrician and spokesperson for The American Academy of Pediatrics. https://www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comments/1wiyyuf/its_baby_safety_month_and_consumer_reports_and/

Next week we’re going to FDA headquarters in College Park, MD to show the agency the massive consumer support for getting dangerous chemicals and additives out of our food. Help us hit 100k! Sign our petition at the link below: action.consumerreports.org/sm-20260609-...

Your personal data can influence everything from the ads you see to the prices you pay. But do companies actually give you access to that data when you ask? Our yearlong investigation found many fell short even in states where the law requires it. See what we uncovered below. ⬇️

The state’s attorney general accuses the company of consumer fraud for selling hair relaxers without disclosing their health risks. Learn more below. ⬇️

Consumer Reports is urging Michigan regulators to reject substantial new electric rate increases requested by DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. “Michigan families cannot keep absorbing rate hike after rate hike,” said Sara Enright, senior director of safety and sustainability at CR.

#Recall: Jeep is recalling 2021-2023 Grand Cherokee L and 2022-2023 Grand Cherokee and Grand Cherokee 4XE SUVs because incorrectly installed rear coil springs may detach while driving. Suspension parts that come loose and fall onto the road can create a hazard and cause a crash.