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Roundup 3rd Week, October, 2026 - Recalls
Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls for the 3rd Week, October, 2026
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1. Walmart Expert Grill Metal Wire-Bristle Grill Brushes Can Cut Your Mouth and Throat
The brushes are being recalled because metal bristles can detach, stick to grilled food, and be swallowed, creating an ingestion hazard. Affected: Expert Grill metal wire-bristle grill brushes, models EX5607031616002, EX5607031616003, XG1310700206, XG1136178597003, and XG1410700124.
Approximately 4,477,655 units were sold at Walmart stores and Walmart.com. Sales dates varied by model, from January 2021 through August 2026.
You should stop using the recalled brush immediately. You can return it to Walmart for a full refund or Walmart credit, or follow Walmart’s disposal instructions. Contact Walmart at 1-800-925-6278.
#Walmart #GrillSafety #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert #FoodSafety
Walmart GrillSafety ProductRecall ConsumerAlert FoodSafety
2. Dollar Tree Electric Balloon Pumps Can Burn You
These electric balloon pumps are being recalled because they can overheat and create a burn hazard. Affected: Dollar Tree electric balloon pumps, model 406198.
Approximately 360,500 units were sold at Dollar Tree stores nationwide, on DollarTree.com, and through DoorDash from August 2025 through July 2026.
You should stop using the pump and return it for a full refund. If you bought it online, contact Dollar Tree about a prepaid shipping label. For assistance, call 1-877-530-8733 or email ddirect@dollartree.com.
#DollarTree #BurnHazard #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert #HomeSafety
DollarTree BurnHazard ProductRecall ConsumerAlert HomeSafety
3. Kobayashi HotHands Rechargeable Hand Warmers
These rechargeable hand warmers are being recalled because their lithium-ion batteries and electrical components can overheat and ignite, creating fire and burn hazards. Affected: HotHands rechargeable hand warmers, model H163650.
Approximately 77,000 units were sold in the United States, with about 72 additional units sold in Canada. They were sold at Bass Pro Shops, Meijer, Target, Home Depot, other retailers, and online, including Amazon, from July 2025 through August 2026.
You should stop using the hand warmer immediately and contact Kobayashi at 1-866-534-9986 or email kobayashi5236@sedgwick.com for a full refund. Follow the company’s instructions to obtain a claim number, mark and photograph the product, and dispose of it through an appropriate hazardous-waste process. Do not put the lithium-ion device in household trash or ordinary recycling.
#HotHands #BatterySafety #FireHazard #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert
HotHands BatterySafety FireHazard ProductRecall ConsumerAlert
4. ABC Trading Squishy Toys Are Choking Hazards
These toys are being recalled because the water beads inside can expand beyond permitted limits, creating ingestion, choking, and intestinal-obstruction hazards. Affected: Squishy Dumpling Toys, model 3655, and Crazy Squib Ball Toys, model 3984.
Approximately 37,000 units were sold at ABC Trading stores in Los Angeles and other stores nationwide from April through June 2026.
You should stop using the toys immediately and contact ABC Trading at recallabc@gmail.com for a full refund. Mark the toys “RECALLED,” discard them, and email a photo showing disposal.
#ABCTrading #WaterBeadSafety #ToyRecall #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert
ABCTrading WaterBeadSafety ToyRecall ProductRecall ConsumerAlert
5. Agrish Adult Portable Bed Rails Can Entrap and Kill
These bed rails are being recalled because users can become trapped between a rail and the mattress, creating entrapment and asphyxiation hazards. They also present fall and laceration hazards. Affected: Agrish adult portable bed rails, models 12014, AG-12011, and 12016.
Approximately 35,083 units are included in the expanded recall, including about 5,000 previously recalled in January 2026. They were sold on Amazon from April 2025 through May 2026.
You should stop using the bed rails immediately and contact Agrish Direct at agrish.us@outlook.comfor a full refund. Register for the recall to receive disposal instructions.
#Agrish #BedRailSafety #FallPrevention #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert
Agrish BedRailSafety FallPrevention ProductRecall ConsumerAlert
6. Pacearth Direct Recalls PACEARTH Swing Seats Can Dump Your Children
The seats, metal carabiners quick links, or webbing straps can break during use, creating a risk of serious injury from falls.
Approximately 110,550 units were sold on Amazon.com from May 2017 through June 2026.
You should stop using the recalled swing seats immediately and contact Pacearth Direct at recall@pacearth.com for a full refund. Write “RECALLED” on the seat with permanent marker, take a photo showing the PACEARTH logo, and email the photo.
References on my website.
#PACEARTH #SwingSafety #FallHazard #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert
PACEARTH SwingSafety FallHazard ProductRecall ConsumerAlert
7. Romorgniz Six-Drawer Dressers
These dressers tip over if they are not anchored to a wall, creating tip-over and entrapment hazards for children. Affected: Romorgniz six-drawer dressers covered by the CPSC recall.
Approximately 12,078 units were sold on Amazon from May 2025 through August 2026.
You should stop using the dresser if it is not anchored to the wall, move it somewhere children cannot access, and contact Romorgniz for a full refund. Mark the top, front, and sides “RECALLED,” remove all drawers, and email photos of the marked and disassembled dresser to Romorgnizrecall@outlook.com. Follow the company’s disposal instructions.
#Romorgniz #FurnitureSafety #TipOverHazard #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert
Romorgniz FurnitureSafety TipOverHazard ProductRecall ConsumerAlert
8. DR Power Equipment Pilot and Premier Trimmer Mowers Can Start Fires
These trimmer mowers allow grass and debris to accumulate and ignite, creating fire and burn hazards. Affected: Pilot and Premier trimmer mowers, models T4X1076DMN, T4X1076DMNR, T4X1076DMNSD, T4X1176DMN, T4X1176DMN-1, T4X1176DMNR, TR43076DMN, and TR43076DMNR, all serial numbers.
Approximately 42,860 units were sold in the United States, with about 340 additional units sold in Canada. Sales ran from November 2022 through July 2026 through hardware, farm-supply, power-equipment retailers, and drpower.com.
You should stop using the mower immediately and contact DR Power Equipment for a free repair kit. If you need assistance installing it, arrange free installation through an authorized dealer. Call 1-800-854-3194 or email recall@drpower.com.
#DRPower #MowerSafety #FireHazard #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert
DRPower MowerSafety FireHazard ProductRecall ConsumerAlert
FDA Product Recalls for the 1st Week October, 2026
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1. Riad’s Oliva to Go Baba Ghanouj, Spicy Baba Ghanouj, and Hummus Contain U Undeclared Sesame
Ssame can cause serious or life-threatening allergic reactions in people with sesame allergies. Affected: Riad’s Oliva to Go Baba Ghanouj and Spicy Baba Ghanouj with best-by dates October 10–14, 2026, and Hummus with best-by dates October 12–18, 2026.
Approximately 250 units were distributed to gourmet shops and farm markets in Litchfield County, Connecticut, and the Great Barrington, Massachusetts, area.
If you have a sesame allergy, do not eat these products. You should return them to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement. For questions, call 1-203-266-5558.
#SesameAllergy #FoodRecall #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
SesameAllergy FoodRecall FoodSafety ConsumerAlert FDARecall
2. Starfish Seafood Trio Has Listeria Contamination
Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium that can cause serious illness in the very younger old and in those with weakened immune systems., Affected: Starfish Seafood Trio—cold-smoked salmon, halibut, and trout, lot D139149161-153, with expiration date December 1, 2027.
The product was distributed in New York, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The FDA notice does not specify the number of packages sold.
You should not eat this seafood. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For questions, call 718-858-6720.
#Listeria #SeafoodRecall #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
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3. Gardeners Basics Waltham 29 Broccoli Sprouting Seeds Have Salmonella Contamination
Salmonella causes serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. Affected: UPC 848137042889, marked “Packed for 2027,” associated with supplier lot W4105.
The seeds were sold nationwide online through Amazon, GardenersBasics.com, TikTok Shop, Walmart, eBay, and Etsy.
You should stop using the seeds and should not eat them or any sprouts grown from them. Seal the seeds and sprouts in a bag and discard them. Contact Gardeners Basics for recall assistance or a refund at 801-769-6181 or info@gardenersbasics.com.
#Salmonella #SeedRecall #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
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4. Eden Brothers Calabrese Broccoli Seeds Have Salmonella Contamination
Salmonella causes serious and sometimes fatal gastrointestinal and systemic infections in young children, elderly persons, and others with weakened immune systems. Affected: Calabrese Broccoli Seeds item codes SVBRO111-qb1, SVBRO111-qb2, and SVBRO111-qb4; Eden Brothers lots 1022067 and 1022068; supplier lot W4105.
The seeds were sold through EdenBrothers.com and Amazon from July 8 through September 28, 2026, and shipped nationwide.
You should stop using the seeds. Do not plant, sprout, eat, share, or use them for microgreens. Seal them in a bag and discard them in household trash rather than compost. Eden Brothers is offering a full refund. Call 1-855-440-2929 or email service@edenbrothers.com.
#Salmonella #BroccoliSeeds #SeedRecall #FoodSafety #FDARecall
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5. RAPTURE Preworkout Dietary Supplement Causes Heart Prolmeemee
This powder contains undeclared 1,3-dimethylamylamine, DMAA, which can raise blood pressure and trigger cardiovascular problems including heart attack and shortness of breath. Affected: Lot 260327-4,varieties Rainbow Twist , Electric Lemonade, and Berry Mojito.
The product was sold nationwide through retail stores and online from January 29, 2025, through May 25, 2026.
You should stop using the affected product and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For questions, contact Leader Formulas at 1-832-855-7562 or Patrick@leaderformulas.com.
#RAPTURE #SupplementRecall #DMAA #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
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6. Babies’ Magic Tea Baby Sleep Gripe Water Contains Dangerous Alcohols
FDA testing has detected undeclared ethanol, methanol, and isopropanol contaminating this infant product. Exposure can affect the central nervous system and causes drowsiness, incoordination, vomiting, among other harmful effects. Affected: lot 25122bw, best before December 2028.
The product was distributed through Secrets of Tea and online retailers, including SecretsOfTea.com and Amazon.com.
Sop using this product immediately and discard it or return it to the place of purchase for a refund. For more information, contact Pacific Health Sciences at 310-457-1775 or myorder@pacifichealth.com.
#GripeWater #InfantSafety #ProductRecall #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
GripeWater InfantSafety ProductRecall ConsumerAlert FDARecall
7. Nature’s Own Hawaiian Bread Contains Undeclared Milk
This poses a risk for people with milk allergies.
The bread was distributed to retail customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
If you have a milk allergy, do not eat the affected bread. Check the package against this FDA notice and follow the company’s recall instructions for a refund or disposal. For more information, contact the company at 1-866-245-8921 or via www.flowersfoods.com/contact.
#MilkAllergy #BreadRecall #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
MilkAllergy BreadRecall FoodSafety ConsumerAlert FDARecall
8. Saint Francis Frozen Pizzas Contain Undeclared Soy Ingredients
These include soybean oil and soy lecithin. Affected: Saint Francis frozen pizzas in Pepperoni, Plain Cheese, Supreme, and Mushroom and Onion varieties.
The pizzas were sold through specified retailers in Ohio and Kentucky and online at cincyfavorites.com. The number of units sold was not specified.
If you have a soy allergy, do not eat these pizzas. Discard them or return them to Saint Francis Apizza for a full refund. For questions, call 1-971-221-7086.
#SoyAllergy #PizzaRecall #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
SoyAllergy PizzaRecall FoodSafety ConsumerAlert FDARecall
9. Great Value and Trader Joe’s Frozen Organic Berries Have E. Coli Contamination
These frozen fruit products are contaminated with E. coli O145:H28, a bacterium that can cause serious gastrointestinal illness and, in some cases, kidney complications. Affected: Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend; Great Value Organic Blueberries; and Trader Joe’s Organic Mixed Berry Blend.
The affected Great Value products were shipped to select Walmart stores in 30 states and Puerto Rico. The Trader Joe’s product was shipped to select TJ stores in 26 states and Washington, D.C.
Do not eat these berries. Check your freezer for the affected products and lot codes. Discard them or return them to the place of purchase for a refund. For more information, call 336-899-5612 or email Info.foodsafety@comfrut.com.
#Ecoli #FrozenFruit #FoodRecall #FoodSafety #FDARecall
Ecoli FrozenFruit FoodRecall FoodSafety FDARecall
10. WinCo Foods Salsa Bean Dip Tray Express Has Pest Contamination
These ready-made bean dip trays contain peperoncini ingredients with likely pest contamination. Affected: product with best-if-used-by dates from August 14 through September 25, 2026.
These trays were sold to WinCo stores in Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington state.
You should not eat this recalled product. Contact WinCo Foods customer service at 1-800-824-1706 if you have questions about the recall.
#WinCo #FoodRecall #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
WinCo FoodRecall FoodSafety ConsumerAlert FDARecall
11. Stewart’s Shops Heavenly Medley and Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry Ice Cream Contain Metal Foreign Bodies
Affected: Stewart’s Shops Heavenly Medley, UPC 0 82086 44371 1, best-by date February 10, 2027, and Vanilla-Chocolate-Strawberry, UPC 0 82086 44377 3, best-by date February 11, 2027. Both are half-gallon cartons.
The ice creams were sold at Stewart’s Shops locations in New York, Vermont, and New Hampshire from July 17 through October 2, 2026.
You should not eat this affected ice cream. Return it to any Stewart’s Shops location for a full refund. For questions, call 1-518-248-0455 or email rcooper@stewartsshops.com.
#IceCreamRecall #FoodSafety #MetalContamination #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
IceCreamRecall FoodSafety MetalContamination ConsumerAlert FDARecall
12. Bettergoods Authentic Italian Lemon Alfredo Fettuccine Has Listeria
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 product was sold nationwide at Walmart stores.
You should not eat this contaminated pasta. Return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For questions, email sales@giasfoods.com.
#Bettergoods #Listeria #FoodRecall #FoodSafety #FDARecall
Bettergoods Listeria FoodRecall FoodSafety FDARecall
13. Sierra Nevada Graziers Raw Milk Cheeses Have E.coli Contamination
They are contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O26:H11. Affected: Graziers Raw Milk Monterey Jack, Jalapeño Jack, Medium Cheddar, and Sharp Cheddar
The cheeses were sold nationwide.
Do not eat or serve the affected cheese. Return it to the place of purchase for a refund or dispose of it. For questions, call 1-530-934-8662 or email recallinfo@sierranevadacheese.com.
#ECOLI #CheeseRecall #FoodSafety #ConsumerAlert #FDARecall
ECOLI CheeseRecall FoodSafety ConsumerAlert FDARecall