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RoundUp - 4th Week of Mar 2025
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CPSC Recalls
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Arsell Benadryl Liquid Bottles Are Not Child-Safe
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHl_8XMPk-3/
These bottles violate federal regulations regarding child-resistant packaging. The product is an antihistamine, a poisoning risk to young children if swallowed.
About 2,300 bottles were sold online at Amazon.com between July 2023 and October 2024.
Immediately secure these Benadryl bottles out of reach of children. Contact Arsell via the email recall@arsellsupport.com for a full refund. For the refund, submit your Amazon order number and a photo showing disposal of the recalled product.
#arsell #benadryl #childsafety #poisoning #recall
arsell, benadryl, childsafety, poisoning, recall
Segway Ninebot Max G30P and Max G30LP KickScooters Suddenly Fold Up On You
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmAj7GtjCo/
These scooters have a defective frame that allows the handlebars or stem to fold unexpectedly creating serious fall and injury hazards. Affected models: gray Max G30LP and the black Max G30P with yellow accents.
About 220,000 scooter were sold at Best Buy, Costco, Walmart, Target, and Sam’s Club nationwide and online at Segway.com and Amazon.com between January 2020 and February 2025.
Stop riding these recalled scooters and contact Segway at 1-800-914-6110 or via the email recall@segway.com to determine if the folding mechanism needs adjustment. Segway will provide a free maintenance kit with tools and instructions to inspect and properly tighten the folding mechanism.
#segway #kickscooter #folding #fall #injury #recall
segway, kickscooter, folding, fall, injury, recall
GIKPAL Dressers Fall and Crush Your Children
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmBMh5RRk_/
These 10 Drawer Dressers, if unanchored to the wall, easily tip-over and entrap children leading to injuries and death. Affected is model number HI1318_13.
About 28,590 of these dressers were sold exclusively on Walmart.com between September 2023 and January 2025.
Immediately stop filling these recalled dressers and place them out of reach of children if they are not wall-anchored. Contact ONME Direct at 1-833-449-5777 or via the email onmeus@outlook.com for a full refund. To get the refund, submit a photo of the product’s disposal to the same email.
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#walmart #gikpal #dresser #tipover #entrapment #recall
walmart, gikpal, dresser, tipover, entrapment, recall
Bella Pro Series and Cooks Steam Espresso Machines Shoot Their Handles At You
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmCcewtB9k/
These defective expresso makers have brew cup handles that eject forcefully during use shattering the glass carafe and creating burn and laceration hazards. Affected are Bella Pro Series Steam Espresso Maker, Model 90195, and Cooks Steam Espresso Maker, Model 22395.
About 12,300 expresso makers were sold at JCPenney stores nationwide and online at BestBuy.com and JCPenney.com between August 2023 and January 2025.
Stop brewing with these recalled espresso machines and contact Sensio at 1-855-647-3125 for a full refund or more information.
#bellapro #expresso #carafe #shatter #laceration #burns #recall
bellapro, expresso, carafe, shatter, laceration, burns, recall
MagSafe Wireless Power Pack Portable Power Banks Ignite
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmDJ4dvWTk/
These lithium-ion batteries overheat and ignite leading to fires and burns. Affected is model number ZHX-PB21.
About 89,500 batteries were sold exclusively online at velvetcaviar.com and Amazon.com between November 2022 and October 2024.
Stop charging and using these recalled power banks and contact VC Group via email at recall@velvetcaviar.com for a free replacement. To obtain the replacement, upload photos of your power bank with the word “Recalled” written on it in permanent marker to
https://velvetcaviar.com/pages/magsafe-battery-pack-recall. Then dispose of the power bank following local and state hazardous battery disposal procedures.
#vcgroup #battery #overheating #fire #burns #recall
vcgroup, battery, overheating, fire, burns, recall
Woolite Delicates Detergent Has Bacterial Contamination
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmD6DmxrEc/
This detergent has pseudomonas bacterial contamination. This bacterium can cause serious, life-threatening infections in those with weakened immune systems or those with external medical devices, especially if the bacteria enter through the eyes or a break in the skin. Affected are lot codes S24364, S24365, and S24366.
About 16,200 containers of this detergent were sold exclusively on Amazon.com in January 2025.
Immediately stop using this recalled detergent and contact Reckitt at 1-800-228-4722 or via the email ConsumerCare_USA@reckitt.com for a full refund. To obtain the refund, write you name and “Recalled” in permanent marker on the back of the product, take a photo with the UPC and lot code visible, and email the photo to the email. Once you receive the refund, dispose of the product by tightly sealing the bottle and placing it in household trash.
#woolite #detergent #contamination #bacteria #pseudomonas #infection #recall
woolite, detergent, contamination, bacteria, pseudomonas, infection, recall
Ski-Doo and Lynx Snowmobiles May Run Amok
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmEjQKup8b/
A loose part, broken off from the engine control module, could enter the throttle body area with loss of control, a crash, and serious injuries or death. Affected are model year 2025 snowmobiles equipped with 600R E-TEC, 850 E-TEC, or 850 E-TEC Turbo R engines.
About 4,144 snowmobiles were sold in the United States and 2,205 units were sold in Canada at authorized BRP Ski-Doo and Lynx dealers nationwide from February 2024 through November 2024.
Immediately stop riding these recalled snowmobiles and contact a BRP dealer to schedule a free inspection and repair. For more information, consumers can contact BRP at 1-888-272-9222.
#bombadier #skidoo #lynx #snowmobile #throttle #crash #injuries #recall
bombadier, skidoo, lynx, snowmobile, throttle, crash, injuries, recall
Aiper Seagull Pro Cordless Robotic Pool ZT6001 Vacuum Cleaners Overheat
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmFS8VN0lv/
These robotic pool cleaners have large current adapters that overheat creating burn and fire hazards.
About 32,660 pool cleaners were sold in the United States and 2,530 units were sold in Canada at Best Buy, Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Walmart stores nationwide, and online at aiper.com, Amazon.com, Bestbuy.com, Homedepot.com, Lowes.com, and Walmart.com from March 2023 through May 2024.
Stop using these recalled pool vacuums and contact Aiper at 1-888-968-0666 or via the email recall@aiper.com for a free replacement Aiper Scuba S1 robotic pool cleaner. Aiper will provide a free return label for consumers to send the recalled product back and then ship the replacement.
#aiper #pool #cleaner #robot #charging #overheating #fire #burns #recall
aiper, pool, cleaner, robot, charging, overheating, fire, burns, recall
Kimpex Rush and Kimpex Arrow II Ski Kits and Adaptor Kits Let Your Skis Fly Off
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmF80lv78L/
These accessories are defective allowing skis to detach from your snowmobile creating crashes serious injuries.
About 1,980 units were sold in the United States and 2,600 units were sold in Canada at Kimpex USA dealers nationwide and online at Kimpex.com and other websites from April 2022 through January 2025.
Stop riding snowmobiles equipped with these recalled ski and adaptor kits and contact a Kimpex dealer for a free repair kit. For more information, call Kimpex Inc. at 1-800-561-6461 or email the company at service@kimpex.com.
#Kimpex #skicarriers #crash #injuries #recall
Kimpex, skicarriers, crash, injuries, recall
FitRx SmartBell XL Quick-Select Adjustable Dumbbells Fly Off Their Handles
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHmGrSqpSAz/
These defective dumbbells allow weight plates to dislodge from the dumbbell handle during use leading to impact injuries for users and bystanders. Affected is Model 9034.
About 12,400 units were sold exclusively online at Walmart.com from September 2023 through June 2024.
Stop using these recalled dumbbells and contact Tzumi Electronics at 1-866-363-2237 or via the email XLRecall@tzumi.com for a free repair that includes a new dumbbell handle and storage tray.
#tzumi #dumbbells #handle #injury #recall
tzumi, dumbbells, handle, injury, recall
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FDA Recalls
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Target Favorite Day Branded Gourmet New York Style Cheesecake Has An Allergen
Vidcast: https://www.instagram.com/drhowardsmithreports/reel/DHmHh3XAJSc/
This cheesecake contains undeclared pecans. Those with an allergy to pecans could develop a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction should they consume this product. Affected is lot code 25028A1 000039133.
About 250,000 cheesecakes were sold exclusively by Target in California, Florida, Iowa, Ohio, and Texas between February 14, 2025, and March 7, 2025.
Stop consuming these affected cheesecakes and Target Guest Relations at 1-800-444-0680 for a full refund. You can also contact the cheesecake manufacturer Dessert Holdings at 1-720-766-9060 or by email at marketing@dessertholdings.com.
#target #cheesecake #pecans #allergy #recall
target, cheesecake, pecans, allergy, recall