The 458 Italia sells for a little over $250,000 so this recall is even more shameful than the rash of problems Toyota has faced with its $20,000 - $30,000 cars.

At issue is apparently the adhesive used in some of the Ferrari's components. It can overheat and melt, which leads to the possibility of an explosion or fire. China, France, and Switzerland, as well as a case in California in the United States, have all reported Ferrari fires.

The problem affects all 458 Italia cars sold before July 2010. Owners are asked to take the car to their nearest Ferrari dealer to have the adhesive replaced with mechanical fasteners.

The popularity of Toyota took another blow last week as the company announced another in what seems to be a regular series of recalls.

Apparently there have been issues with stalling engines in the 2005 through 2008 Matrix Hatchbacks and Corolla Sedans. This particular recall encompasses over one million cars sold in the United States and Canada.

The repercussions of the ongoing recalls can be clearly seen in the value of the stock for Toyota, and a widespread wave of negative feedback from Toyota owners. Sales of Toyota vehicles have dropped considerably this year on a nationwide level.

If you own one of these models, Toyota has announced that you will be receiving a notification of the recall sometime during the month of September. If you do not receive a notification, visit the dealership that sold you the car for further action.

A Pennsylvania company recalled 8500 pounds of ground beef for suspected E. coli contamination. The Washington Post reports that the USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service found a link between Cargill Meat Solutions in Wyalusing, Pennsylvania, and three cases of the infection in Maine and New York. The meat had been shipped in 14-pound chubs to processing facilities in Connecticut and Maryland before being distributed to BJ's Wholesale Club locations.

Closer to home, Morningland Dairy in Mountain View, Missouri, has recalled all their cheese products made in the first half of 2010. According to the Muleskinner in Warrensburg, Missouri, the dairy produces raw milk cow and goat cheeses that are distributed nationwide. A sample taken in California showed traces of Listeria monocytogenes and Staphylococcus aureus . In Missouri, 23 stores sold the cheese.

In celebration of what would have been John Lennon's 70th birthday in October, the Lennon Ono Grant for Peace will honor four recipients, two from the food world. ImaginePeace.com, the organization's website, announced honorees this week, which include writer Michael Pollan and Center for Foodborne Illness & Prevention co-founder Barbara Kowalcyk.