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Employment more than doubled in 2025

By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs

• Employment are one of the fastest-growing forms of consumer fraud, with FTC reports and financial losses rising sharply over the past several years.

• Scammers increasingly use fake remote jobs, task-based work, reshipping positions, and bogus recruiter contacts to steal money and personal information.

• Consumer advocates say legitimate employers will never require applicants to pay upfront fees or purchase equipment before starting work.

For Americans searching for work, finding the right job has become more difficult and avoiding scammers has become another challenge altogether.

Federal Trade Commission (FTC) data shows reports of job and employment have nearly tripled since 2020, while consumer losses have climbed from about $90 million to more than $500 million annually. The FTC says scammers are increasingly targeting job seekers with convincing emails, text messages, and online job postings that appear to come from legitimate employers.

The Better Business Bureau reports employment more than doubled in 2025, fueled in part by the popularity of remote work and the growing use of artificial intelligence to create realistic fake job listings and recruiter communications.

The most common employment

• Fake remote jobs. The most common scam involves advertising work-from-home positions that promise flexible hours, high pay, and minimal qualifications. Victims are often "hired" after a brief text or online interview, only to be asked for bank information, Social Security numbers, or payments for training or equipment.

• Task . The FTC has identified so-called "task " as one of the fastest-growing employment frauds. Victims receive unsolicited text messages or WhatsApp contacts offering simple online work, such as rating products or optimizing apps.
  
  Initially, victims may receive small payments to build trust. Eventually, they are instructed to deposit their own money often in cryptocurrency to unlock larger assignments or earnings. The promised payouts never materialize, and the scammers disappear. Task accounted for nearly 40% of reported job in 2024.

• Reshipping jobs. Fraudsters recruit workers to receive packages at home and ship them elsewhere. Victims believe they are working in logistics, but the merchandise is often purchased with stolen credit cards, potentially exposing participants to legal problems while they never receive the promised wages.

• Fake check . After offering a job, scammers send what appears to be a company check to purchase office equipment. Applicants are instructed to buy supplies from a designated vendor or forward part of the money. Days later, the check bounces, leaving the victim responsible for the money already spent or transferred.

• Advance-fee and training . Some fake employers require applicants to pay for certifications, background checks, software, work permits, or training before they can begin working. Once payment is made, the employer disappears or continues requesting additional fees. Legitimate employers generally do not require applicants to pay upfront to be hired.

Red flags

Consumer advocates say job seekers should be wary if a recruiter:

• Contacts them unexpectedly by text or messaging apps.

• Offers unusually high pay for simple work.

• Conducts interviews only by text or chat.

• Pressures applicants to act immediately.

• Requests payment before employment begins.

• Asks for sensitive personal information before a formal hiring process.

• Sends checks and instructs applicants to purchase equipment from specific vendors.

How to protect yourself

The FTC recommends researching employers independently rather than relying on links in emails or text messages. Applicants should visit a company's official website to verify job postings, confirm recruiter identities through corporate directories, and avoid paying any fees to obtain employment.

Anyone who believes they have encountered a job scam should stop communicating with the suspected scammer, report the incident to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, notify the job platform where the listing appeared, and monitor financial and credit accounts if personal information was disclosed.

New car affordability keeps many consumers driving used cars

By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs

• New-vehicle affordability has deteriorated sharply as entry-level models disappear and average prices have climbed more than $11,000 since 2019.

• Buyers are increasingly relying on record-long 84-month auto loans to keep monthly payments manageable, creating new challenges for dealers.

• Analysts say the shrinking supply of lower-priced vehicles is reshaping the market, pushing consumers toward used cars and forcing dealerships to rely more heavily on financing and insurance products.

Housing affordability is a real issue. Increasingly, so is car affordability.

Buying a new vehicle has become significantly more difficult for budget-conscious consumers, and as a result, dealers are selling fewer new cars and trucks.

Data from automotive research firm Edmunds shows the average transaction price of a new vehicle reached $48,402 in 2025, up from $37,310 in 2019. That represents an increase of more than $11,000, or roughly 30%, reflecting both inflation and a shift toward more expensive vehicles.

The biggest change has occurred at the lower end of the market.

Vehicles priced at $20,000 or less have all but vanished, accounting for just 0.2% of new-vehicle sales in 2025. Models selling for $25,000 or less made up only 4.7% of sales, down from nearly 21% six years earlier. Meanwhile, vehicles priced below $30,000 now represent just 15% of the market, compared with 40% in 2019.

Many of the affordable subcompact cars that once served as entry points for first-time buyers have been discontinued, including the Mitsubishi Mirage, Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, and in most markets, the Nissan Versa.

Big jump in seven years

At the opposite end of the market, high-priced vehicles have become increasingly common. Nearly 95% of large SUVs now sell for more than $60,000, compared with about 59% in 2019. Among full-size pickup trucks, nearly half now exceed the $60,000 mark, versus just 8% six years ago.

To cope with rising prices, consumers are stretching loan terms to record lengths. Edmunds found that loans lasting 84 months or longer accounted for 22.9% of financed new-vehicle purchases during the first quarter of 2026, the highest level on record.

Longer loan terms reduce monthly payments but also increase the total interest paid over the life of the loan and can leave buyers owing more than their vehicles are worth for extended periods.

Problem for dealers

For dealerships, the affordability squeeze presents a mixed picture. Higher vehicle prices can increase revenue per sale, but they also reduce the pool of qualified buyers. As a result, dealers are placing greater emphasis on finance and insurance products to help customers structure affordable payments while maintaining dealership profitability.

The affordability challenge comes as Cox Automotive has reported growing concern among dealers about broader economic conditions. In its second-quarter Dealer Sentiment Index, dealer expectations for the next three months fell below the threshold indicating optimism, with many citing high interest rates, tight credit conditions, and economic uncertainty as obstacles to stronger sales.

The result is an increasingly bifurcated auto market: higher-income buyers continue purchasing expensive trucks and SUVs, while many middle- and lower-income consumers are being priced out of new vehicles altogether, turning instead to used cars or delaying purchases.

Industry executives say gas prices always lag drops in oil prices

By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs

• President Trump has accused major oil companies of price gouging consumers and says he has directed the Justice Department to investigate why gasoline prices have not fallen as quickly as crude oil prices.

• The oil industry rejects the accusation, arguing that retail gasoline prices naturally lag declines in crude oil because of refining, transportation, inventories and other market factors.

• Energy analysts say both sides have a point: pump prices typically fall more slowly than oil prices, though the pace of the decline has become a political issue as Americans continue to pay elevated prices for fuel.

President Trump has opened a new front in his administration's energy policy, accusing the nation's largest oil companies of "gouging" motorists by failing to pass along lower crude oil prices to consumers.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he had instructed the Department of Justice to investigate what he described as possible price gouging after oil prices fell sharply following easing tensions in the Middle East.

"The big oil companies are not dropping their price at the pump commensurate with the sharply lower prices they are paying for Oil," Trump wrote. "Those prices are dropping like a rock! In other words, customers are being 'gouged.'" He added that gasoline prices "better start going down a lot faster than what I'm seeing."

According to AAA, the national average price of regular gas is $3.86 a gallon, down six cents from a week ago. This time last year, the average price was $3.19 a gallon.

The White House has argued that falling energy prices are central to Trump's economic agenda and says lower gasoline prices should quickly follow the recent decline in crude oil markets.

Industry pushes back

The oil industry responded swiftly, saying gasoline prices do not move in lockstep with crude oil.

The American Petroleum Institute (API), which represents major U.S. oil producers and refiners, said the industry shares the administration's goal of lowering costs for consumers but argued that several factors affect retail gasoline prices.

"Gasoline prices don't move in lockstep with crude oil, especially during a major global disruption that is still affecting supply, refining and inventories," API spokeswoman Bethany Williams said in a statement to the media. "Our focus remains on supporting market stability and delivering the energy consumers need."

Oil executives also note that gasoline sold at service stations was often refined from crude purchased weeks earlier at higher prices. Before stations can lower prices significantly, they generally must sell through existing inventory acquired at those earlier costs.

Why prices lag

Energy economists say the relationship between crude oil and gasoline prices is more complicated than a direct one-to-one comparison.

Crude oil accounts for roughly half the price of a gallon of gasoline. The remainder reflects refining costs, transportation, storage, distribution, marketing expenses and taxes. Because of that supply chain, it often takes several weeks before lower crude prices are fully reflected at the pump.

Analysts also point to the so-called "rockets and feathers" phenomenon, in which gasoline prices tend to rise quickly when crude oil becomes more expensive but decline more gradually after crude prices fall. Low gasoline inventories and uncertainty surrounding global energy supplies can further slow price declines.

For motorists, the key question is how quickly prices continue to fall. While national average gasoline prices have declined from their recent peak, analysts expect additional reductions could take several more weeks if crude oil prices remain lower and geopolitical tensions do not flare up again.

Air conditioner units, portable chargers, and personal care products are part of this week's recalls

Recall Roundup

Here is a consumer-focused roundup of recent recalls and safety alerts from CPSC, FDA and FSIS.

Kith kids loungewear poses burn risk

Kith Retail is recalling children's plaid loungewear sets because the garments fail federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear.

• The woven pajama-style sets can ignite too easily, creating a risk of serious burn injuries.
• About 130 sets were sold at Kith stores nationwide and online from December 2025 through January 2026 for about $75.
• Consumers should stop using the pajamas immediately, destroy them as directed, and contact Kith Retail for a full refund.

Kith Retail Inc. of Brooklyn, New York, is recalling Kith-branded children's loungewear sets sold as woven pajama sets. The recalled outfits include a long-sleeved button-front shirt with a front pocket and matching pants in black and red plaid, sold in sizes 9-12 months through XL (14/16), with "Kith" embroidered on the pocket and pant leg.

The hazard

The recall centers on a flammability failure. CPSC said the garments violate the mandatory standards for children's sleepwear, meaning they pose a risk of serious burn injuries if exposed to a flame source. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the loungewear immediately and contact Kith Retail for a full refund. The company is asking customers to destroy the pajamas by cutting them in half, email a photo of the destroyed garments to recalls@kithnyc.com, and then dispose of the product. Instructions are posted at kith.com/pages/recall.

Company contact

Kith Retail can be reached by email at recalls@kithnyc.com or online at http://www.kith.com/pages/recall or http://www.kith.com and click on Recall at the bottom section of the page for more information.

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Honlyne party favors pose battery danger

Huizhou Rongheng Network Technology is recalling Honlyne LED party favors because children can access the button cell batteries inside the light-up products.

• The battery compartments can be opened too easily, creating a risk of ingestion, internal chemical burns and death.
• About 13,400 sets were sold on Amazon.com from June 2024 through December 2025 for about $49.
• Consumers should stop using the recalled party favors right away and seek a full refund after disposing of them.

Huizhou Rongheng Network Technology is recalling Honlyne LED party favor sets sold as "Glow in the Dark Party Supplies." The kits include LED hair fiber optic clips, LED glasses, foam glow sticks, light-up flower crowns, finger lights and glow sticks, with "Brand: Honlyne" and model number HON-302HE printed on the packaging.

The hazard

CPSC said the recalled products violate the mandatory safety standard for consumer products with button cell batteries because children can easily access the batteries. If swallowed, button cell or coin batteries can cause severe internal burns, other life-threatening injuries and death. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the party favors immediately and contact Huizhou Rongheng Network Technology for a full refund. Customers are being asked to throw the products away, take a clear photo of them in the trash and email the photo to joeyrong@vip.sina.com to receive a refund after verification.

Company contact

Huizhou Rongheng Network Technology can be reached by email at joeyrong@vip.sina.com.

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Amana units recalled over fire hazard

Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing is recalling certain Amana air conditioners and heat pumps because a heating element can stay energized during a ground fault.

• The defect can allow the heating element to remain on, creating a risk of fire and burn injuries.
• About 13,514 units were sold through dealers and direct sales from April through December 2025 for $850 to $1,500.
• Consumers should stop using the recalled units immediately, cut the power cord as directed, and request a full refund.

Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing Inc. of Houston is recalling Amana Window-Room-Air-Conditioners and Through-the-Wall air conditioners or heat pumps. The affected units were sold nationwide through direct sales and heating and cooling dealers.

The hazard

According to the recall, the heating element can remain energized during a ground fault even when the unit is turned off. That creates a risk of fire or burn injury. The company has received one report of plastic on a unit melting, but no injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled products immediately and contact Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing Inc. to request a full refund. To receive the refund, consumers must provide contact information, cut the product's cord and upload a photo showing the unit's serial number and the cut cord.

Company contact

DCT can be reached toll-free at 855-812-8989 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.amana-ptac.com/amana-ttw-wrac-recall or www.amana-ptac.com and click on Product Recall at the bottom right of the page for more information.

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Solar power banks can overheat

Spector & Co. is recalling Super Off-Road solar wireless power banks because the lithium-ion batteries can swell and overheat.

• The lithium-ion battery can swell and overheat, posing a burn hazard.
• About 7,400 power banks were distributed in the United States as promotional giveaways from January 2019 through December 2023.
• Consumers should stop using the power banks immediately, register for a refund, and dispose of them under local battery rules.

Spector & Co. of Saint Laurent, Quebec, is recalling the Super Off-Road 12,000 mAh Solar Wireless Power Bank. The black power bank, which measures about 3.4 inches wide by 6.5 inches high, can charge devices wirelessly and was given away by various companies as a promotional item.

The hazard

The recall involves a lithium-ion battery problem that can cause the power bank to swell and overheat. That can leave consumers exposed to a burn hazard, especially if the unit is charging or stored near combustible material. The company has received two reports of batteries swelling, but no injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled power banks immediately and visit spectroandco.com/recall to register for a full refund. Refunds will be mailed by check. Because the product contains a lithium-ion battery, consumers should dispose of the power bank in accordance with local and state regulations.

Company contact

Spector & Co. can be reached toll-free at 888-377-7732 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recall@spectorandco.com, or online at https://www.spectorandco.com/us/our-company/recall or www.spectorandco.com and click on Product Recall at the top of the webpage for more information.

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Lomi waxing kits recall expands

Southern Telecom has expanded its recall of Lomi roll-on waxing kits after more overheating reports and the addition of another model.

• The warmer's power cord can overheat and short circuit, creating fire, burn and electrical shock hazards.
• About 14,700 kits are now covered, including units sold at Ross, DD's, Variety Wholesalers and Burlington from February through December 2025.
• Consumers should stop using the kits immediately, destroy the cord as directed, and request a full refund.

Southern Telecom Inc. of New York is expanding its recall of Lomi Roll-On Waxing Kits with Wax Cartridge & Wax Strips, model numbers LOMB2003PK and LOMB2004PK. The boxed kits include a white and pink handheld wax warmer, wax cartridge, wax strips, power cord and user manual, with the Lomi logo printed on the warmer and packaging.

The hazard

CPSC said the warmer's power cord can overheat and short circuit. That creates a risk of serious injury or death from fire, burns and electrical shock. Southern Telecom reported two additional incidents of the power cord overheating, though no injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled waxing kits immediately and contact Southern Telecom for a full refund. The company is asking users to unplug the warmer's electrical cord, cut it in half, upload a photo of the destroyed product showing the cut cord to https://support.customersupport123.com/hc/en-us/requests/new, and then dispose of the product.

Company contact

Southern Telecom can be reached toll-free at 888-959-0944 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at support@customersupport123.com, or online at https://southerntelecom.com/recall-2026-05-14/ or www.southerntelecom.com and click on Recall: LOMB2004PK Roll-On Waxing Kit at the top of the page for more information.

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Youth ATVs lack brake lights

Yamazuki is recalling XW-A17 electric youth ATVs because they were sold without required brake lights.

• The missing brake lights reduce visibility to other vehicles, creating a deadly crash hazard.
• About 200 ATVs were sold on Amazon.com and Walmart.com from October through December 2025 for $500 to $600.
• Consumers should stop using the youth ATVs immediately and contact Yamazuki for a free repair kit.

Yongkang Ruihe Metal Products Co. Ltd. of China is recalling XW-A17 Electric Youth All-Terrain Vehicles sold under brand names including Sunderwell. The youth ATVs were sold in blue, green, orange and pink, and "Model:XW-A17" is printed on the identification plate on the front left side of the frame column.

The hazard

CPSC said the recalled youth ATVs violate the mandatory federal safety standard for ATVs because they are missing brake lights. Without brake lights, other vehicles may not realize the ATV is slowing or stopping, raising the risk of a serious or fatal crash. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled youth ATVs immediately. Yamazuki is offering a free repair kit to correct the problem, and owners should contact the company before using the vehicle again.

Company contact

Yamazuki can be reached at 626-420-6433 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, by email at info@yamazukipowerports.com, or online at https://yamazukipowersports.com/pages/recall or https://yamazukipowersports.com/ and click Recall at the top of the page for more information.

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MedPride baby oil lacks child-safe cap

Shield Line is recalling MedPride Baby Oil because the packaging is not child-resistant as required for products containing low-viscosity hydrocarbons.

• The bottle can expose young children to a poisoning risk, and aspirated petroleum distillates can cause chemical pneumonia or pulmonary damage.
• About 8,420 bottles were sold in discount and medical supply stores, mainly in the New York tri-state area, and on Amazon.com from November 2025 through March 2026.
• Consumers should move the baby oil out of children's reach immediately and contact Shield Line for a refund.

Shield Line LLC of Branchburg, New Jersey, is recalling MedPride Baby Oil bottles sold in clear containers with pink caps and white-and-pink labels. The front label bears the MedPride logo and the words "Baby Oil," "Helps smooth, soften & moisturize skin," and "Hypoallergenic."

The hazard

CPSC said the baby oil contains low-viscosity hydrocarbons and should be sold in child-resistant packaging under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. Because the bottle is not child-resistant, young children can access the contents, creating a risk of poisoning if swallowed. The agency also warned that petroleum distillates can get into the lungs and cause chemical pneumonia or pulmonary damage, which can be fatal. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should immediately secure the baby oil out of the sight and reach of children and contact Shield Line for a refund. To receive the refund, consumers will be asked to submit a photo of the recalled product in the trash.

Company contact

Shield Line can be reached at 201-624-2332 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at recalls@shieldline.com, or online at https://www.shieldline.com/ and click Recall for more information.

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Treatlife smoke and CO detectors can fail

Treatlife Technology is recalling combination smoke and carbon monoxide detectors because the alarms may fail to alert consumers to a fire.

• The detectors may not sound when needed, creating a risk of smoke inhalation, burns and death.
• About 20 alarms were sold on Amazon.com from November 2025 through April 2026 for about $40.
• Consumers should arrange for a refund, but keep using the recalled alarm until a replacement detector is installed.

Treatlife Technology Co. Ltd. of China is recalling Treatlife Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors sold exclusively on Amazon.com. The white, circular alarms are AA battery-operated and have a colored light, a test button, FCC ID "2ANDL-XR3" and the manufacture date "2023.DEC.02" printed on the bottom.

The hazard

CPSC said the recalled detectors can fail to alert consumers of a fire. A smoke alarm that does not sound can leave people without early warning, increasing the risk of smoke inhalation, severe burns and death. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should contact Treatlife Technology to receive a full refund. Because these are safety devices, CPSC said consumers should continue using the recalled detectors until they purchase and install a replacement detector. After the new detector is installed, consumers should write recalled on the old unit, remove the batteries, place the detector in household garbage and dispose of the batteries according to local and state rules.

Company contact

Treatlife Technology can be reached by email at recall@treatlife.com or online at www.treatlife.tech/pages/recalls or www.treatlife.tech and click on Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.

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Light-up children's sneakers pose battery risk

Carina and Rambo is recalling Raychy Children's Light Sneakers because children can access the coin batteries in the light-up soles.

• The accessible lithium coin batteries create an ingestion hazard, and the product also lacks required Reese's Law warnings.
• About 500 pairs were sold on Amazon.com in January 2026 for about $28.
• Consumers should stop using the sneakers immediately, mark and destroy them as directed, and request a refund.

Shenzhen Qicheng Trading Co. Ltd., doing business as Carina and Rambo, is recalling Raychy Children's Light Sneakers Unisex. The sneakers were sold in red, black and blue, feature a spiderweb pattern on top, and have soles that light up while walking, with the word "Fashion" printed on the tongue.

The hazard

CPSC said the recalled sneakers violate the mandatory standard for consumer products with button cell and coin batteries because the lithium coin batteries are easily accessible to children. If swallowed, coin batteries can cause internal chemical burns, severe injury and death. The packaging and product also lack the warnings required under Reese's Law. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the sneakers immediately and contact Carina and Rambo for a refund. To receive the refund, customers are being asked to cut the shoe tongue, write RECALLED on both sides of the sneakers with a permanent marker, and email a photo showing disposal to raychyrecall@outlook.com.

Company contact

Carina and Rambo can be reached by email at raychyrecall@outlook.com.

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Montessori busy boards pose magnet danger

Small Fish is recalling Montessori Busy Board toys because magnets can detach and be swallowed by children.

• Detached magnets can attract inside the body and cause intestinal perforations, blockage, blood poisoning and death.
• About 1,013 toys were sold on Amazon.com from March 2026 through May 2026 for about $16.
• Consumers should take the toy away from children immediately, dispose of it, and contact Small Fish for refund instructions.

Lesonic Technology Co. Ltd., doing business as Small Fish, is recalling Montessori Busy Board toys, model 2512JX02. The toy has a wooden base with six multicolored removable square activity panels, including a flipping mirror, abacus, finger spinner, spinning gear, rain maker and bead maze.

The hazard

CPSC said the busy boards violate the mandatory toy safety standard because magnets can detach. When high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract each other or other metal objects inside the digestive system, causing perforations, twisting, blockage, blood poisoning and death. No incidents or injuries have been reported.

What to do

Consumers should stop using the recalled busy boards and take them away from children immediately. Small Fish said consumers can contact the company for information on how to receive a full refund. Customers will be asked to throw away the busy board and email a photo of the disposed product to smallfishrecall@163.com.

Company contact

Small Fish can be reached by email at smallfishrecall@163.com.

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Ridstar e-bikes warned off over crash risk

CPSC is warning consumers to stop using Ridstar Q20 and Q20 Lite e-bikes because the front wheel can detach without warning.

• The front wheel can separate from the bike, creating a crash hazard that can lead to serious injury or death.
• The e-bikes were sold on AliExpress.us, Amazon.com, Ridstar.net and Walmart.com.
• Consumers should stop using the e-bikes immediately, dispose of them, and never sell or give them away.

CPSC issued a product safety warning for Ridstar Q20 and Q20 Lite e-bikes. The agency said the bikes were sold through multiple online marketplaces, including AliExpress.us, Amazon.com, Ridstar.net and Walmart.com.

The hazard

According to CPSC, the front wheel on these e-bikes can detach without warning. A sudden wheel separation can cause a rider to lose control and crash, creating a risk of serious injury or death. The warning follows a separate earlier CPSC safety warning involving batteries used with the Ridstar Q20.

What to do

CPSC urges consumers to stop using the e-bikes immediately and dispose of them. Consumers should not sell or give away the hazardous bikes. The batteries for the Ridstar Q20 e-bike also should be disposed of using local hazardous waste disposal procedures.

Company contact

No company contact information was listed in the CPSC warning.

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Vomiliku crib mattresses pose fire danger

CPSC is warning consumers to stop using Vomiliku full-sized crib mattresses because they fail federal flammability requirements.

• The mattresses violate mandatory flammability standards, creating a deadly fire hazard.
• The mattresses were sold on Amazon.com from February 2026 through April 2026.
• Consumers should stop using the mattresses immediately, dispose of them, and avoid reselling or giving them away.

CPSC issued a product safety warning for Vomiliku full-sized crib mattresses sold on Amazon.com. The agency said the mattresses violate mandatory federal standards for mattresses.

The hazard

The concern is flammability. CPSC said the crib mattresses do not meet the mandatory safety standard for mattress flammability, which poses a risk of serious injury or death in a fire. The warning did not list incident reports.

What to do

CPSC urges consumers to stop using the mattresses immediately and dispose of them. Consumers should not sell or give away the hazardous mattresses to anyone else.

Company contact

CPSC asked consumers to report any incidents involving injury or product defect at www.SaferProducts.gov.

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Chocolate raisins may contain peanuts

Lehi Valley Trading Company is alerting consumers that some High Valley Orchard Chocolate Covered Raisins may contain undeclared peanuts.

• People with peanut allergies face a risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they eat the product.
• The affected product is lot 0160933 with a best-by date of Jan. 23, 2027, distributed through Albertson's distribution center between May 18 and June 25, 2026.
• Consumers with a peanut allergy should not eat the raisins and should discard them or return them for a full refund.

Lehi Valley Trading Company issued an allergy alert for High Valley Orchard Chocolate Covered Raisins because the product may contain undeclared peanuts. The affected product was distributed in retail stores through Albertson's distribution center.

The hazard

The issue is undeclared peanuts, a major allergen. For people who are allergic or highly sensitive to peanuts, eating the product could trigger a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction. The alert did not list any illnesses.

What to do

Consumers who have a peanut allergy or severe sensitivity should not eat the product. FDA said the raisins should be discarded or returned to the place of purchase for a full refund. Check packaging for lot 0160933 and the best-by date of Jan. 23, 2027.

Company contact

Lehi Valley Trading Company can be reached at 480-962-5017.

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Dog milk replacers have vitamin D issue

Revival Animal Health is voluntarily recalling several canine and goat-milk replacer products because vitamin D levels may be too low or too high.

• Too much vitamin D can damage soft tissues such as the kidneys, while too little over time can contribute to rickets and bone problems in puppies.
• The recalled products were sold nationwide online and in retail pet stores under multiple Breeder's Edge and Shelter's Choice labels.
• Pet owners should stop using the products immediately and contact the company to arrange a return for a full refund.

Revival Animal Health LLC is voluntarily recalling Breeder's Edge Foster Care Canine, Shelter's Choice Canine Milk Replacers, and Breeder's Edge Foster Care GM products. The products were sold nationwide online and in retail pet stores and are identified by a list of UPC codes provided in the FDA notice.

The hazard

The company said the products may contain low or elevated levels of vitamin D. Dogs ingesting too much vitamin D may experience vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, weakness, lethargy, poor growth and weight loss, and very high levels can lead to calcification of soft tissues such as the kidney. Puppies getting too little vitamin D over several weeks may develop lethargy, weakness, bone deformities, swollen joints and lameness associated with rickets.

What to do

Pet owners should discontinue use immediately and contact the company to return the product for a full refund. Anyone concerned that a dog or puppy became ill after consuming the recalled milk replacer should contact a veterinarian promptly.

Company contact

Revival Animal Health can be reached at 1-877-870-4059.

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