Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Luyuan X-Pro Eagle 40cc Youth ATVs and FRP Sahara 40cc Youth ATVs Are Unsafe They violate mandatory ATV safety standards: vehicle suspensions fail to meet required specifications; handlebars create laceration risks on impact. Affected are X-Pro Eagle Model CARTOONS and the FRP Sahara Model SHR 40-RED-M. About 2,290 of these ATVs were sold online at Walmart.com, Powersportsmax.com, Xprousa.com, Amazon.com, Temu.com, and Frpmoto.com from April 2025 through September 2025. Stop riding these recalled ATVs and contact Luyuan at 1-855-663-2121 or via the email [email protected]. to arrange a free repair through an authorized repair shop as well as to obtain more information. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Luyuan-Recalls-Youth-ATVs-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Crash-Hazard-Violate-Mandatory-Standard-for-All-Terrain-Vehicles #luyuan #atv #suspensions #handlebars #crash #lacerations #recall"

Luyuan X-Pro Eagle and FRP Sahara 40cc Youth ATVs have been recalled due to failure to meet mandatory ATV safety standards, posing a serious safety hazard. Affected models include X-Pro Eagle Model CARTOONS and the FRP Sahara Model SHR 40-RED-M. If you own one of these ATVs, stop riding and contact Luyuan for a free repair. Learn more about the recall and how to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "STIHL BR 800 Backpack Blowers Spew Fan Parts 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 recalled backpack blowers immediately and take them to an authorized STIHL servicing dealer for a free inspection and replacement of the fan wheel. For more information, contact STIHL at 1-800-233-4729 or the company’s recall page at stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/br800. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/STIHL-Recalls-BR-800-Backpack-Blowers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard #stihl #backpackblower #fans #lacerations #recall"

STIHL has issued a recall for the BR 800 backpack blower due to a laceration hazard caused by a faulty fan wheel. If you own a Magnum X or C-E model with a serial number between 546515117 and 547916107, stop using your blower immediately and contact STIHL for a free inspection and replacement. Stay safe and learn more about the recall at stihlusa.com/safety/recalls/br800. Don't wait - take action today to avoid injury. #stihl #backpackblower #recall #lacerationhazard #safetyfirst #outdoorpower

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Tru Fru Freeze Dried Strawberries in Dark & White Chocolate and Freezedried Strawberries and Cream Contain Metal Fragments These hard, sharp foreign objects can cause lacerations and/or perforations of mouth, throat, stomach, or intestinal linings. These recalled products were sold at Albertsons, CVS, Food Lion, H-E-B, Hungryroot, Ingles Markets, Kroger, Stew Leonard’s, and Target stores as well as online and via mail order. Do not eat these Tru Fru products. To request a refund or to obtain more information, contact Tru Fru at 1-888-293-7748 or via the email [email protected]. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/georgia-nut-company-gnc-third-party-manufacturer-tru-fru-llc-issues-voluntary-recall-specific #trufru #freedried #strawberries #foreignbodies #metal #lacerations #recall"

The FDA has issued a recall notice for Tru Fru's freeze-dried strawberries in dark & white chocolate and strawberries & cream. The products contain metal fragments that can cause serious health issues. Avoid consuming these products and contact Tru Fru to request a refund or more information. Key retailers affected include Albertsons, CVS, Food Lion, H-E-B, Hungryroot, Ingles Markets, Kroger, Stew Leonard's, and Target.

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Dollar General Clover Valley Instant Coffee Contains Glass Fragments Glass foreign bodies may cause dental injuries, mouth and throat lining lacerations, and/or intestinal perforations. The affected lots are L-5163 and L-5164 with a best by date of December 13, 2026, and L-5165 with a best by date of December 14, 2026. The recalled coffee was sold in Dollar General retail stores in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, and Wyoming all between July 9 and July 21, 2025. Stop using this product immediately, discard it, and contact Dollar General at 1-888-309-9030 or via the email [email protected] for a full refund or more information. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/dollar-general-announces-voluntary-recall-clover-valleyr-instant-coffee-due-potential-presence-glass #dollargeneral #coffee #glass #foreignbodies #lacerations #gastrointestinal #recall"

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Positec Chainsaws and Pole Saws Might Saw You Positec’s Hyper Tough, Worx, and Portland brand Chainsaws and Polesaws have faulty main switches that allow the saws to continue cutting even after the switch is released. Affected units include the Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14” Chainsaw, Worx 8 Amp 14” Electric Chainsaw, Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saw, and Portland 9 Amp 14” Chainsaw. About 49,000 of these electric saws were sold in the United States, an an additional 3,000 saws were sold in Canada at Walmart, Harbor Freight, Worx.com, Amazon.com, and HarborFreight.com from September 2024 through March 2025. Stop using these dangerous chainsaws and pole saws and contact Positec at 1-888-997-8871 or via the email [email protected] to receive a free return box and pre-paid shipping label. Once your recalled unit is received, Positec will send you a replacement chainsaw or pole saw at no cost. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Positec-Recalls-Electric-Corded-Chainsaws-and-Pole-Saws-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard #positec #chainsaw #polesaw #powerswitch #lacerations #recall"

0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on July 13, 2025: "Positec Chainsaws and Pole Saws Might Saw You Positec’s Hyper Tough, Worx, and Portland brand Chainsaws and Polesaws have faulty main switches that allow the saws to continue cutting even after the switch is released. Affected units include the Hyper Tough 9 Amp Electric Corded 14” Chainsaw, Worx 8 Amp 14” Electric Chainsaw, Worx 8 Amp Electric Pole Saw, and Portland 9 Amp 14” Chainsaw. About 49,000 of these electric saws were sold in the United States, an an additional 3,000 saws were sold in Canada at Walmart, Harbor Freight, Worx.com, Amazon.com, and HarborFreight.com from September 2024 through March 2025. Stop using these dangerous chainsaws and pole saws and contact Positec at 1-888-997-8871 or via the email [email protected] to receive a free return box and pre-paid shipping label. Once your recalled unit is received, Positec will send you a replacement chainsaw or pole saw at no cost. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/Positec-Recalls-Electric-Corded-Chainsaws-and-Pole-Saws-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard #positec #chainsaw #polesaw #powerswitch #lacerations #recall".

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "DEWALT Elite Grinder Discs Could Grind You DEWALT Elite Series 4.5-inch 40G T27 High Density Grinder Flap Disc have ceramic cloth abrasive flaps that detach during use leading to serious lacerations and other injuries. These grinder discs are used with angle grinders for heavy-duty work. Affected are models DWA8280HRT and DWA8280RT, with date codes from 2024-36 to 2024-48. About 17,680 units were sold nationwide at industrial supply stores including Grainger, Fastenal, and Airgas, as well as online at Amazon.com, between September 2024 and May 2025. Stop using these recalled flap discs. To receive a refund, visit the DEWALT website at dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall. You’ll need to write “Recall” on the disc, upload a photo, and certify that it’s been thrown away. For more information, call DEWALT at 1-800-990-6421 or email the company at [email protected]. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/DEWALT-Recalls-Grinder-Flap-Discs-Due-to-Laceration-and-Injury-Hazards #dewalt #grinder #discs #detach #lacerations #recall"

0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on July 12, 2025: "DEWALT Elite Grinder Discs Could Grind You DEWALT Elite Series 4.5-inch 40G T27 High Density Grinder Flap Disc have ceramic cloth abrasive flaps that detach during use leading to serious lacerations and other injuries. These grinder discs are used with angle grinders for heavy-duty work. Affected are models DWA8280HRT and DWA8280RT, with date codes from 2024-36 to 2024-48. About 17,680 units were sold nationwide at industrial supply stores including Grainger, Fastenal, and Airgas, as well as online at Amazon.com, between September 2024 and May 2025. Stop using these recalled flap discs. To receive a refund, visit the DEWALT website at dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall. You’ll need to write “Recall” on the disc, upload a photo, and certify that it’s been thrown away. For more information, call DEWALT at 1-800-990-6421 or email the company at [email protected]. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/DEWALT-Recalls-Grinder-Flap-Discs-Due-to-Laceration-and-Injury-Hazards #dewalt #grinder #discs #detach #lacerations #recall".

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "RYOBI 40-Volt 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers Can Suddenly Activate. The trimmer can turn on when only the safety or trigger control is pressed rather than requiring both to be engaged creating a serious laceration hazard. Affected are model numbers RY40620VNM, RY40602VNM, and RY40602BTLVNM About 113,000 units were sold in the United States and about 15,000 were sold in Canada at Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores as well as online through HomeDepot.com and DirectToolsOutlet.com, from March 2021 through January 2025. Stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and visit ryobitools.com/recall to check if your product is affected. If so, return the trimmer to TTI Outdoor Power Equipment using the pre-paid shipping label provided on the site. A free replacement trimmer will be issued. No receipt is required.For more information, contact TTI Outdoor Power Equipment toll-free at 800-597-9624 or go online to the company’s website. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/TTI-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Recalls-RYOBI-40-Volt-24-Inch-Cordless-Hedge-Trimmers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard #ryobi #hedgetrimmer #trigger #injuries #lacerations #recall"

0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on June 17, 2025: "RYOBI 40-Volt 24-Inch Cordless Hedge Trimmers Can Suddenly Activate. The trimmer can turn on when only the safety or trigger control is pressed rather than requiring both to be engaged creating a serious laceration hazard. Affected are model numbers RY40620VNM, RY40602VNM, and RY40602BTLVNM About 113,000 units were sold in the United States and about 15,000 were sold in Canada at Home Depot and Direct Tools Factory Outlet stores as well as online through HomeDepot.com and DirectToolsOutlet.com, from March 2021 through January 2025. Stop using these hedge trimmers immediately and visit ryobitools.com/recall to check if your product is affected. If so, return the trimmer to TTI Outdoor Power Equipment using the pre-paid shipping label provided on the site. A free replacement trimmer will be issued. No receipt is required.For more information, contact TTI Outdoor Power Equipment toll-free at 800-597-9624 or go online to the company’s website. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/TTI-Outdoor-Power-Equipment-Recalls-RYOBI-40-Volt-24-Inch-Cordless-Hedge-Trimmers-Due-to-Laceration-Hazard #ryobi #hedgetrimmer #trigger #injuries #lacerations #recall".

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Maril Branded Scented Candles Can Lacerate And Burn These candles’ glass containers crack or break while burning creating risks of lacerations and burns. About 3,000 units were sold nationwide at gift shops, including Bachman’s in Minneapolis, Minnesota; Flowers Around the Corner in Bowling Green, Kentucky; Coopers Uptown Store in Kenosha, Wisconsin; Haws & Co. Floral and Gifts in Lehi, Utah; Past and Presents in Lenexa, Kansas; and online at www.demdaco.com between July 2024 and November 2024. Stop burning these candles and contact DEMDACO at [email protected] for a full refund as well as more information. Do not return the candles to retail stores. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/DEMDACO-Recalls-Maril-Brand-Scented-Candles-Due-to-Laceration-and-Fire-Hazards #maril #demdaco #candles #containers #lacerations #burns"

0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on May 16, 2025: "Maril Branded Scented Candles Can Lacerate And Burn These candles’ glass containers crack or break while burning creating risks of lacerations and burns. About 3,000 units were sold nationwide at gift shops, including Bachman’s in Minneapolis, Minnesota; Flowers Around the Corner in Bowling Green, Kentucky; Coopers Uptown Store in Kenosha, Wisconsin; Haws & Co. Floral and Gifts in Lehi, Utah; Past and Presents in Lenexa, Kansas; and online at www.demdaco.com between July 2024 and November 2024. Stop burning these candles and contact DEMDACO at [email protected] for a full refund as well as more information. Do not return the candles to retail stores. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2025/DEMDACO-Recalls-Maril-Brand-Scented-Candles-Due-to-Laceration-and-Fire-Hazards #maril #demdaco #candles #containers #lacerations #burns".