Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYFHJFl2gi/ These pans were sold at retail locations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Virginia, and Massachusetts. Stop cooking with this pan and return immediately to the store where it was purchased for a full refund. For questions or concerns, call Shata Traders Inc. at 1-718-369-7000. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-sa...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYEgOeFCW7/ The recall includes Lava Buns with Salted Egg Yolk and Lava Buns with Green Tea Flavor with lot code range 25092 through 25318. Those with an allergy to milk could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product.   These buns were sold in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYD0OSjN8l/ These ethanol and bioethanol bottles, sold in 500-milliliter and 1000-milliliter sizes, lack flame-mitigation devices required under federal law and falsely claim to be “non-toxic.” These issues create a serious flash-fire hazard that can lead to severe injury or death. About 18,200 bottles were sold at amazon.com from May through July 2025. Stop...

https://www.instagram.com/p/DRYCEy-D19j/ The platform inside the these towers collapses and creates a fall hazard for young children. Affected is model number LP01711 with date codes 202409 through 202501. About 9,780 towers were sold nationwide at Walmart stores and online through Walmart, Amazon, LittlePartners, Etsy, Wayfair, GoodbyeGear, BuyBuyBaby, and BedBathAndBeyond websites from December...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNse4dDY1S/ Those with allergies to wheat, gluten, and or soy or who have celiac disease  could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. This recall affects the batch with lot number 25-210. The product was sold nationwide in grocery stores.  If you or family members have wheat or soy allergies, you should retu...

Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. The affected lot includes all packages with lot codes starting with “SO-69006” and ending with “SO-72558.” These recalled products were sold in the US through retail and wholesale channels as well as online at the Food To Live websit...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNralxgPJg/ Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. The affected lot includes all packages with lot codes starting with “SO-69006” and ending with “SO-72558.” These recalled products were sold in the US through retail and wholesale ch...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNqjoLEUDA/ Listeria causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems.  Listeria can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. The affected lot includes 16 six-ounce units with a use-by date of 11/04/26. About 16 units were sold exclusively at the Face Rock’s flagship st...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNp4XbjqJk/ These toys have silicone strings with spherical ends that can reach the back of a child’s throat and choke. About 117,500 of these toys were sold in the US. and about 25,786 were sold in Canada at Amazon.com, PlayMobi.com, on other online platforms, and in specialty toy stores from November 2019 through January 2024. Take these toys away from chil...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNpNq1EaxT/ These bike models and replacement wheels have coaster brakes that fail to engage leading to crashes and injuries to riders and bystanders. About 68,000 bicycles and replacement wheels were sold in the US and about 6,820 were sold in Canada at Trek and Electra authorized retailers nationwide and online at Trek.com from August 2023 through September...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNocT-kVO7/ These batteries are not sold in child-resistant packaging and do not include the warning labels required under Reese’s Law. If swallowed, button cell or coin batteries cause severe internal burns and sometimes death. About 32,600 battery packages were sold in the US at Downeast Wholesalers Renys, International Wholesale, Lots & More, Northwood...

Vids: https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNnqc7DUvi/ Their lithium-ion batteries overheat and create serious fire and burn hazards. Affected are model numbers MMA008 charging stands with serial numbers starting with 57X, BPB002 power banks with serial numbers starting with 35S, and all PB0003.  About 83,500 powerbanks  were sold in the US, and about 2,385 were sold in Canada at Best Buy, Target, Walmart...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DRNmLRojakQ/ The lithium-ion battery cells in these units can fail during normal use leading to overheating, ignition, fire, and burn hazards. About 10,500 of these defective were sold online at Tesla.com/powerwall and through certified Tesla installers nationwide in the US from November 2020 through December 2022. After checking that your Powerwall 2 system i...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREh827Fxk4/ Listeria can cause fever, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea in the very young, in older individuals, and in those with immune system suppression. It can also trigger miscarriages and stillbirths. A large number of lots are affected, and I will show the list on the screen for you to review.  The affected lot numbers include CBMA341, DAL0...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREhWELgCHO/ Yellow Oleander contains toxic cardiac glycosides that can trigger severe or fatal neurological, gastrointestinal, and cardiovascular consequences. art rhythm. The recalled product was sold online in 8-ounce containers.  Immediately stop using this Tejocote Root supplement and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more informat...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREg4PclH7O/ Salmonella can cause serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems.   The affected product is packaged in one-kilogram boxes and purchased after June 5, 2025. The powder was sold nationwide through the company’s website, africaimports.com. Stop using...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREgPC9jwcw/ The affected muffins, sold in 13-ounce sealed plastic bags, were baked between April 24 and October 24, 2025.  These muffins were sold in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana. Specific locations include Harvest Market in Milford, Country Fresh Market and European Café in Cincinnati, Kremer’s Market in Crescent Springs, and Back Alley Mercantile in Lawrence...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREfpaaDUA0/ The ByHeart company announces that 24-ounce cans and 0.6-ounce Anywhere Pack packets are contaminated with Clostridium botulinum . The affected batches are 251261P2 and 251131P2, both with a “Use By” date of December 1, 2026. All batches of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula and Anywhere Pack™ are being recalled nationwide across the US. The d...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREfF2XDXqe/  This bike’s seat post assembly breaks creating risks of falls and injuries to riders. The affected model is number PL02 with serial numbers beginning in the letter “T.” About 833,000 of these exercise bikes were sold in the US through Peloton and Dick’s Sporting Goods stores as well as online at onepeloton.com, ebay.com, Amazon.com, and Dicksspor...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREeguLj_Qe/ These glass bottles break or shatter creating risks of serious cuts and lacerations. The affected item is Costco Item Number 1879870.  About 941,400 bottles were sold at Costco stores across the US, including Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, between April a...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREd9yfjVHx/ These mattresses often fail to properly fit certain playyards or mini-cribs creating dangerous gaps that can trap or suffocate infants. The non-full-sized crib model also fails to meet federal flammability standards creating an additional fire risk. The recalled models include the Criblike Pack and Play mattresses XCD-001 and XCD-002, and the Mini...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREdU2Zl3Pf/ These tub’s built-in thermometers contain button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children violating federal safety standards. If swallowed, these small batteries cause serious chemical burns and sometimes death. The affected tub is Model No. Baby Bathtub – 0823. About 7,800 of the recalled infant bath tubs were in the US through Amaz...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREcw_FD_AR/ The fan wheel inside this blower breaks apart and creates serious laceration hazards for users and bystanders. Affected are Magnum models X and C-E with serial numbers between 546515117 and 547916107. About 47,800 of these recalled backpack blowers were sold nationwide at authorized STIHL independent dealers beginning in May 2025. Stop using these...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREcKChFLeZ/ The pump’s canister can eject forcefully from the base when pressurized leading to impact injuries to the user or bystanders. This recall applies to both the analog and digital gauge versions with a bleed valve on the front of the base. About 7,500 pumps were sold in the US and an additional 680 pumps sold in Canada at bicycle stores including Art...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DREbg-njGG3/ These containers violate the mandatory safety standard for portable fuel containers as they lack a flame mitigation device and create a serious risk of a flash fire. Only containers manufactured and sold after January 12, 2025 are included in this recall. About 14,000 containers were sold on Amazon from April 2025 through July 2025.  Stop using th...