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Goofs, glitches, and gotchas spotted by our readers

By Consumer Reports

Marketers want their products and services to be noticed and applauded, but sometimes the attempt backfires. When it does, our eagle-eyed readers let us know, submitting examples of rip-offs, poorly worded ads, half-empty packaging, outlandish claims, and goofs that have made them laugh out loud.

Welcome to Your Next Cookout

We’ve got a few unusual items that you might want to include—or not.

Where's the Beef?

Photo: Anna J. Singer

It’s mixed in with some chicken and a little pork, too.
Submitted by Anna J. Singer, Tuscaloosa, AL

We're Seeing Red

Photo: Kev Shred

This is the right ketchup for those who like their burgers very rare.
Submitted by Kev Shred, via email

The Price Was Already Perfect

Photo: Mike M.

Who needs a rollback, anyway?
Submitted by Mike M., Festus, MO

Flies at the BBQ?

Photo: Ed Lockhart

These buns may have a little something extra.
Submitted by Ed Lockhart, Vancouver, WA

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Editor’s Note: This article also appeared in the June 2022 issue of Consumer Reports magazine.



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