SOUTHWEST FINDS CRACKS IN 2 PLANES

DALLAS» Southwest Airlines said Wednesday it grounded two Boeing jets after finding cracks in parts that connect the wings to the planes’ fuselage.

The planes were among a group of older jets that had to be inspected within seven days, under an emergency order from the Federal Aviation Administration.

Last week, the FAA ordered airlines to inspect Boeing 737s, starting with jets that have made at least 30,000 flights, after cracks were found in planes undergoing work in China.

Southwest spokesman Brian Parrish said Wednesday that crews inspected more than 200 planes and found signs of cracking on two, which will remain out of service until repairs are made. The airline reported its findings to Boeing and the FAA, Parrish said.

Bed Bath & Beyond taps former Target exec to be new CEO.

YORK» Struggling NEW home goods chain Bed Bath & Beyond has named Target’s former chief merchandising officer to be its new CEO and president.

The Union, N.J.-based chain announced that Mark J. Tritton, a 30year retail industry veteran, will assume the top role on Nov. 4. Tritton succeeds interim CEO Mary A. Winston.

Shares of Bed Bath & Beyond soared more than 21% in after-market trading Wednesday following the announcement.

BMW recalling cars, SUVs to fix backup camera display problem.

DETROIT» BMW is recalling more than 257,000 U.S. vehicles because drivers might not be able to see the backup camera display.

The recall covers certain 3-Series, 5-Series, 6-Series, 7-Series and 8-Series cars, as well as certain X3, X4, X5 and X7 SUVs from the 2018 to 2020 model years.

Also included are Z4 sports cars, and the Rolls-Royce Cullinan and Phantom.

The company says in documents posted Wednesday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that the camera and display settings can be adjusted.

Owners will be notified and dealers will update backup camera software. The recall should begin Nov. 19.