Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Da0xxLuBn3A/ A defect allows the heating element to remain energized during a ground fault even when the unit is turned off creating a risk of fire and serious burn injuries. Affected: model numbers that begin with PB, AH, or AE. About 13,500 units were sold for use in hotels, apartment buildings, commercial spaces, and other room climate-control applications....

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Da0xLA7BMcE/ The LED circuit boards in these fixtures overheat and come into contact with the plastic lens or nearby combustible materials, creating a fire hazard. Affected: catalog numbers HB-60SE (date codes April 2020–December 2022); OHBL-60SE (October 2022–May 15, 2025); OHBL-100SE (October 2022–May 15, 2025). About 42,000 fixtures were sold. If you have o...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Da0wY27v6KZ/ Shots blow out through the side of the tube creating a risk of serious explosion and burn injuries. Affected: Model Number RCLR-W8012. About 13,500 recalled fireworks were sold at Pyro City stores and various independent fireworks retailers nationwide from April 2026 through June 2026. If you have these recalled fireworks, stop using them immediat...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Da0v0AYuYJh/ This toy contains button cell batteries that children can easily access, violating the federal safety standard for toys. If swallowed, these batteries can cause severe internal chemical burns, serious injury, or death. About 62,490 recalled toy sets were sold on Amazon.com from December 2024 through March 2026. If you have these recalled finger li...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DayCwVgRZgT/ These button batteries were sold without child-resistant packaging and warning labels required under Reese’s Law. If swallowed, these lithium coin batteries can cause severe internal chemical burns, serious injury, or death. Affected: 20-piece packs, Model 2023-V3. About 67,000 recalled battery packs were sold via Amazon.com by the JSNJ_Tech Store...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DayCHzru5tn/ The toy’s clear plastic domes detach allowing children access to small plastic balls that pose a choking hazard.  About 49,000 recalled toys were sold exclusively at Target stores from August 2025 through January 2026. If you have this recalled toy, stop using it immediately and keep it away from children. Return it to any Target store for a full...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DayBZffOfvS/ These wipes contain lidocaine but were sold in packaging that is not child-resistant, creating a risk of serious injury or death if young children ingest the contents. Affected: wipes sold in boxes containing 20 individually wrapped packets. About 75,315 recalled wipe boxes were sold at CVS Pharmacy stores nationwide and online from April 2020 thr...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DayA2nLOQFG/ The small metal bristles detach from these brushes, stick to your grill or food, and are swallowed, posing a risk of serious internal injuries that could require surgery. Affected: models CCB-100, CCB-4125, CCB-5014, CCB-6450, CCB-8012, CCB-4114, CCB-W2, CSBS-77, and brushes included in grill tool sets CGS-2010, CGS-W13, CGS-5014, and CGS-5020. Ab...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DayAOK7Qq7l/ When they do, they create a risk of serious explosion and burn injuries. Affected: model number MEF6096 with date codes between 03.16.2026 and 05.18.2026. About 87,120 recalled fireworks were sold at Pyro City stores and other independent fireworks retailers nationwide from January 2026 through May 2026. If you have one of these recalled fireworks...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Dax_RGZv8ok/ Charging the lithium-ion batteries through the USB-C port while the batteries are inserted in the tools causes the batteries to short-circuit creating a serious fire hazard. The affected brand is Kobalt. Affected: Kobalt 24V and 48V trimmers, blowers, mowers, chainsaws, pruning saws and related kits using USB-C batteries. About 554,780 Kobalt yard...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Dax-puStJ-w/ The biometric lock can be opened by unauthorized users posing a serious injury hazard and risk of death. Affected: Model QHXP029B, serial numbers SQC200034980 through SQC202319171. About 9,100 gun safes were sold exclusively on Amazon.com from March 2020 through February 2024. You should immediately stop using the biometric feature of these recall...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/Dax-AI4ss3f/ The tempered glass window in the pizza oven shatters during use creating a serious laceration hazard. Affected:  Model CGG-6331. About 12,660 gas grills were sold in the United States and about 83 were sold in Canada at Lowes, Walmart, and online at cuisinart.com. You should stop using the recalled grill immediately.  Contact Conair at 1-833-408-0...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBcpECsMas/ Those with allergies or severe sensitivities to milk or soy could experience a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume the product. Affected: lot numbers: 23A26C6, 24A26A7, 24A26B2, 24A26B5, 23A26B5, 24A26A6, 25B26C13, 25B26A14, 25B26B4, 25B26A15, and 25B26B1. Expiration dates range from January 23, 2027 through February 25,...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBcCpZpjaJ/ Affected: Steve’s Real Food Chicken Recipe Freeze Dried lot Code C26022, Best By Date 1/22/2028. Previously recalled products include Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Freeze Dried lot C25288, Best By 10/15/2027; Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Frozen Diet, lot MCD25350, Best By 6/16/2027; and Quest Cat Food Chicken Recipe Frozen Diet, lot MCC25321, Bes...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBbhfhBo8m/ Those with a fish allergy or severe sensitivity could experience a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Affected: lot numbers: 1CFFDA2, 1CFGCH2, 1CFIBC2, 1CFJCG2, 1CFKBH2, and 1CGBAH2.  About 545 cases were distributed through retail stores in California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, New Jersey, New York, Texas,...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBa22TOJXk/ This formula is contaminated with Clostridium botulinum, the bacterium that can cause botulism with symptoms such as constipation, poor feeding, drooping eyelids, weak crying, difficulty sucking or swallowing, weakness, or breathing problems. Affected: 400g and 700g packages. This recalled infant formula was sold through Target stores, Target.com...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBaSqOO2ZZ/ Those with a peanut allergy or severe sensitivity could experience a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they eat this product. Affected: lot Number 260562.  This recalled product was sold at Smart & Final stores in California and distributed through Chedraui USA. Stop eating this product if you have a peanut allergy. Return it to...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBZtV2QvvB/ This bacterium causes serious or even fatal infections for the young, the elders, and those with weak immune systems. Affected: All Clover Hill Dairy cheeses currently on the market, including those relabeled under the brands KESSO, QUESOS LA RICURA, IZALCO, DE MI PUEBLO, or RIO LINDO.  These recalled cheeses were sold through Clover Hill Dairy’s...

ry Pie Factory 5 Ounce Pepperoni Rolls Contain Undeclared Milk Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBZHwKhLzI/ The rolls were not stored, distributed, or sold at proper refrigeration temperatures, creating a risk that harmful bacteria could grow in the product.  These recalled Pepperoni Rolls were sold in Ohio and parts of West Virginia through convenience stores, grocery stores, and gas statio...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBYgTJThMG/ This toy’s silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted under federal toy safety standards. They can reach the back of a child’s throat and become lodged, creating a serious risk of respiratory distress and deadly choking. Affected: Model No. LK-FDWJ. About 24,400 teething toys were sold through Amazon.com from November 2024 through Dece...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBX8b-uQXj/ The plastic tipover restraints in kits included with this furniture break or degrade over time creating tip-over and entrapment hazards.  Affected: plastic tip restraint kits included with furniture sold from July 2024 through December 2025. About 15,616 tip restraint kits were sold  with Childcraft furniture through School Specialty stores nation...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBXaHmQtyz/ These units become unstable if not anchored to a wall, creating tip-over and entrapment hazards that can result in serious injury or death for children. Affected: product code KF200066US-01XN-003. About 10,354 dressers were sold through Amazon.com from September 2023 through May 2026. Stop using this recalled dresser if not anchored to a wall and...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBWxXHpCFN/ These machines become clogged causing hot liquid or steam to build up and be released unexpectedly during use creating a serious burn hazard. Affected: Kidisle hot and iced coffee machines, model KC101B. About 17,600 were sold through Amazon.com, Walmart.com, and eBay.com from June 2024 through April 2026. Stop using the coffeemaker and contact Ki...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBWGa0taZy/ These units can overheat, create a fire hazard, and trigger serious injuries or death. Affected: model MI-DHC02. About 18,000 fans were sold at TJMaxx, Marshalls, and Sierra stores nationwide from October 2024 through October 2025. Stop using these recalled fans and contact Merkury Innovations at 1- 888-232-3143 , or via email at support@merkuryin...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBVOkIBXUa/ The passenger-side brake cable has been misrouted during assembly causing it to wear prematurely and break during use creating a crash hazard. Affected: JOJ Drive2 AC-L and J5B Drive2 AC-L Li Fleet Golf Cars. About 8,650 golf cars were sold in the United States and about 700 were sold in Canada through Yamaha Golf Car dealers nationwide from March...