Dr. Howard Smith Reports

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfYVrTtXo-/ Anker Soundcore (A3102) and PowerConf  S3 (A3302) Bluetooth speakers, models A3102016, A3302011, and A330203, are on recall. The lithium-ion batteries in these speakers overheat creating fire and burn risks. About 69,000 speakers were sold in the US and about  9,764 units were sold in Canada on amazon.com and amazon.ca. Stop charging and using the...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfXuIhOjQs/ Vacation Inc. has recalled The Legendary ‘VACATION’ candles produced by Vacation® Black Label Scented Candles. The candle’s flame can burn too high, causing the glass container to break creating fire and laceration hazards. About 13,000 units were sold online at vacation.inc, Amazon.com, Ulta.com, as well as at  various beauty and fashion retailer...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfWKPYAm3s/ NetZero USA now recalls High Bay LED Light Fixtures, model numbers NZ 9110.3, NZ 9160.4, and NZ 9321.5. The internal LED power board can loosen and contact flammable items leading to fires and burns. About 16,000  affected fixtures were sold through NetZero USA, Citory Solutions, Red Sail Developments, and other distributors nationwide. Stop using...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfVbchPvQV/ QVC is recalling more than 1.1 million pairs of Temp-tations Oven Gloves, model numbers K51459, K76398, and K308719. The gloves fail to provide adequate heat protection creating a burn risk . The recall includes all  gloves whether sold individually, in pairs, and as part of sets with drying mats or trivets. The gloves were sold on QVC.com, during...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfUwpFJjgf/ Academy Sports + Outdoors now recalls its Redfield 12-Gun and 18-Gun Fireproof Safes. The safes’ internal locking plates fail to align properly allowing unauthorized access creating a serious injury hazard and risk of death. About 6,100 safes were sold exclusively at Academy Sports + Outdoors stores and online at academy.com. Owners should immedia...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfTqjcRz3G/ Belkin has recalled its BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger Power Banks 10K, model number BPD005. The lithium-ion batteries in these power banks tend to overheat creating fire and burn hazards. About 4,000 units were sold in the US and an additional 62 were sold in Canada online at Amazon.com, belkin.com, and other websites. Stop charging and us...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfS3TAPfes/ Polaris Industries is recalling 2024 Ranger Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs) and ProXD and Bobcat Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs) due a defective weld on the passenger side seat belt anchor bracket that can cause the anchor point to separate from the frame, posing a risk of injury during a crash. About 2,500 units were sold in the US and 130 uni...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfSNrQvlOv/ Polaris Industries ow recalls Model Year 2024-2025 RZR XP 1000 and XP 4 1000 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles (ROVs). These vehicles have a defective positive battery terminal cover that triggers electrical shorts, fires, and burns. About 21,000 units were sold in the US and 1,300 were sold in Canada. Owners should inspect their ROVs.  If the positi...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfQ3oEvNKf/ Segway is recalling its 2023 Segway Ninebot P100 KickScooters, model number P100S. These scooter’s front forks break leading to falls and injuries to riders and bystanders. About 1,400 scooter were sold at various retailers, including Broward Motorsport in Florida, Mad Dog Cycles in Utah, NYC Bike and Scooter in New York, and online at Amazon.com,...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDfP79Msbt6/ Dorel Home Furnishings has recalled its Dorel Murphy-type Wall Beds branded as Pinnacle, Paramount, Impressions, Holly Hills, Her Majesty, Signature Sleep, and Novogratz. These full- and queen-sized wall beds, sold in various finishes, pose serious impact and crush hazards as they can detach from the wall and fall. About 69,300 units were sold onl...

Vidcast:  https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZP8Nyu6AH/ Todson Inc. now recalls Nerf Barrage Youth Bike Helmets, model number 6011 with lot numbers BC01BJ01-200623 and BC01BJ01-111521. The helmets fail to meet federal safety regulations for bicycle helmets and create risks of head injuries. About 6,500 helmets were sold exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com. Stop allowing your c...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DDc4C6UxBte/ South Shore Industries has recalled South Shore Balka and Olena Baby Cribs with model numbers 13825, 13824, 12937, 12938, and 14408. The spacing between some of the crib slats exceeds federal safety standards creating an entrapment and asphyxiation risk for babies. About 1,200 cribs were sold online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Cymax.com, Southshor...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkO-B4PH6W/ Grimmway Farms is recalling multiple brands of bagged organic whole and baby carrots due to potential contamination with E. coli O121. The affected products include organic baby carrots with best-if-used-by dates ranging from September 11, 2024, to November 12, 2024, and organic whole carrots sold between August 14, 2024, and October 23, 2024. Bra...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkOPqDRpqc/ The Gilster Mary Lee Corporation is recalling Bowl & Basket Onion Soup Mix due to undeclared egg in it. Those with an allergy to egg could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product.  Affected products have a Best By date of SEP 27 25 E07 or OCT 11 25 E09. This product was sold in Elizabeth NJ. Do...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkNagzNGnw/ Savencia Cheese USA is recalling additional brands of its soft ripened cheese including Aldi Emporium Selection Brie, Supreme Oval, La Bonne Vie and Camember, Industrial Brie, Market Basket Brie, and Glenview Farms Spreadable Brie.  These cheeses have listeria contamination. Return these cheeses to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For mor...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkMr_7NKgr/ Vitality Vita is now recalling VitalityXtra Capsules and PeakMax Capsules marketed as food supplements to augment male vitality. VitalityXtra contains sildenafil while PeakMax contains both sildenafil and diclofenac.  Sildenafil, Viagra, is a phosphodiesterase inhibitor that is dangerous for those taking nitrate-containing drugs including nitrogly...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkLxWntkz9/ The Babcock Dairy is recalling its Orange Custard Chocolate Chip Ice Cream as some cases of it are labeled as Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream.  Those with egg or F&D Yellow #5 allergies could develop serious reactions.  Affected are these flavors with a Production Date: 09 1724.   The affected products were sold in Madison, Wisconsin at Babc...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkLBFsuYh1/ Wegman’s is recalling its Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken & Asian Dressing due to undeclared egg.  Those with an allergy to egg could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected product has a sell by date of 11/7-10. Return this product to the place of purchase for a full refund.  For more...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCkKO8tPiam/ The CIBUS Fresh company now recall Cibus Fresh, Jack & Olive, and Sprig and Sprout Autumn Turkey Sandwiches due to contamination with listeria monocytogenes in spreadable brie.  This bacterium causes a severe and sometimes fatal systemic infection in the very young, older frail individuals, and those with weakened immune systems.  Listeria can...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh8HqZgpLU/ Medical King new recalls Medical King Bed Assist Rail adult bed rails.  Bed occupants users can become entrapped within the bed rail or between the bed rail and the side of the mattress with possible asphyxiation.  Affected are Bed Assist Rail with Adjustable Heights (models 7007 and 7057) and the Bed Assist Rail Without Legs (model 7037). About 2...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh7bHBRNzy/ Hallmark is recalling its Star Wars Cad Bene Ornaments due to moldy brown paint.  About 11,100 ornaments were sold at Hallmark Gold Crown stores nationwide and online at Hallmark.com. Stop using these tree ornaments snd return yours to ny Hallmark Gold Crown store for a refund.  For more information, call  Hallmark at 1-800-425-5627. https://www.c...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh6sayvaWX/ woom Bikes USA is recalling the following woom bicycle models: OFF 5, OFF AIR 5, OFF 6, OFF AIR 6, and ORIGINAL 6.  The cranks on these bikes tend to suffer metal fatigue fractures leading to loss of control, crashes, and injuries to riders and bystanders. About 2500 bikes were sold at woom.com. Stop riding these bike.  Go online and s the online...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh6BZatYlF/ The Stokke company is recalling YOYO Baby Strollers as the stroller’s parking brake spontaneously disengages leading to injuries.  Affected are strollers with serial numbers starting with “142AA” and below “0062239.” About  2,890 units were sold at Bloomingdale’s, Crate and Barrel, Nordstrom, Albee Baby, Macro Baby, and online at stokke.com, Amazo...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh5aaUuO-j/ New Cosmos USA is recalling DeNova Detect Brand Combination Natural Gas and Carbon Monoxide Alarms.  After an alert is triggered, these alarms tend to go into sleep mode and fail to warn of subsequent natural gas and carbon monoxide dangers. About 26,360 units were sold at Lowe’s stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Lowes.com, and Denovadet...

Vidcast:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DCh4U9_tiTZ/ The Outdoor Essentials company is now recalling Cultivar Planter Boxes as their box frames break leading to injuries. About 7,400 units were sold at Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide and online at tractorsupply.com. Stop using these planter boxes.  Contact Outdoor Essentials at 1-888-891-8934 or via email at customerservice@outdooressential...