Recalls in July 2025

Michigan-based Ada Valley Meat Company has issued a recall for approximately 1,065 pounds of fully cooked frozen ground beef after a consumer complaint revealed possible metal contamination, according to an announcement Tuesday by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).

The affected product is:

• "Ada Valley FULLY COOKED GROUND BEEF"

• Packaged in 20-lb. cardboard boxes, each containing four 5-lb. plastic bags

• Production Dates: May 28, 2025 (Lot Code 35156) and May 30, 2025 (Lot Code 35157)

• Bears the establishment number “EST. 10031” within the USDA inspection mark

This ground beef was distributed to food establishments and distributors in California, Delaware, Illinois, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.

The recall was initiated after Ada Valley notified FSIS of a consumer report alleging that pieces of metal were found in the beef. Although no injuries have been confirmed at this time, federal officials urge caution. Consumers experiencing any symptoms or concerns should seek medical attention.

Warning to Institutions

FSIS has issued a particular warning for institutional buyers, such as schools, hospitals, and cafeterias, who may have stored the product in freezers. These institutions are strongly advised not to serve the recalled beef. It should be discarded or returned to the point of purchase.

Furthermore, due to possible redistribution or reprocessing, some of the recalled product may carry a different establishment number. FSIS urges consumers and institutions to closely examine all product labels, and notes that the recall scope may expand as the investigation continues.

FSIS will continue conducting recall effectiveness checks to ensure that affected parties are properly notified and the product is removed from circulation. A list of retail locations involved will be published on the FSIS recall website as it becomes available.

Consumer Contacts

• Ada Valley Meat Company
  Contact: Gerrit Rozeboom, President
  Email: gerrit@adavalley.com

• USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline: 888-MPHotline (888-674-6854)

• Food Complaint System: https://foodcomplaint.fsis.usda.gov/eCCF/

Why This Matters

While no injuries have been reported, metal fragments in food pose serious choking and laceration hazards. This recall highlights the importance of rapid response mechanisms in the food industry and the role of consumer vigilance in spotting dangerous contamination.

ConsumerAffairs will continue to monitor updates from FSIS and Ada Valley for any expansion of the recall or confirmed injury reports.

🏁 Weekly Auto Safety Recall Derby

July 29, 2025 Edition
Compiled by the Auto Safety Desk

🛑 Ferrari: Brake System Glitch Could Compromise Stopping Power

⚠️ Recall: 2023–2025 Ferrari Purosangue
NHTSA Campaign: 25V479000
Units Affected: 541
Hazard: A potential short circuit between the fuse box’s power supply and passenger-side footrest can trip the brake warning light and reduce braking ability—boosting crash risk.
Fix: Ferrari will install a plastic spacer to eliminate contact, free of charge.
Owner Notices: Mailings begin September 21, 2025.
Contact: Ferrari Customer Service at 1-201-816-2668 (Recall No. RC 92)

📉 Hyundai (Genesis): Blank Dash Means Trouble

⚠️ Recall: 2023–2025 Genesis G90 and GV60
NHTSA Campaign: 25V474000
Units Affected: 4,754
Hazard: Instrument panels may fail to display speedometers or warning lights due to a software bug—violating FMVSS 101.
Fix: OTA or dealer-installed software update, free of charge.
Owner Notices: Expected September 15, 2025.
Contact: Genesis Customer Service at 844-340-9741 (Recall No. 027G)

🔥 Hyundai: IONIQ 5 Fire Alert

⚠️ Recall: 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5
NHTSA Campaign: 25V482000
Units Affected: 10
Hazard: A loose high-voltage battery bus bar can cause short-circuiting and lead to fire risk.
Fix: Hyundai dealers will inspect and fix affected battery systems for free.
Warning: Owners advised to park outside, away from structures until repairs are made.
Owner Notices: Begin September 20, 2025
Contact: Hyundai Customer Service at 1-855-371-9460 (Recall No. 280)

💺 Chrysler (Jeep): Head Restraint Defect

⚠️ Recall: 2023–2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee & Grand Cherokee L
NHTSA Campaign: 25V472000
Units Affected: 121,398
Hazard: Second-row head restraints may fail to lock in upright position—posing greater injury risk during crashes and violating FMVSS 202.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace head restraints as needed, at no cost.
Owner Notices: Start September 5, 2025
Contact: FCA US at 1-800-853-1403 (Recall No. 20C)

⚡ BMW: High-Voltage Battery Breakdown

⚠️ Recall:

• 2022–2025 BMW IX

• 2023–2024 BMW I7

• 2022–2023 BMW I4
  NHTSA Campaign: 25V470000
  Units Affected: 136
  Hazard: Misassembled battery cell modules could lead to high-voltage failure, fire risk, or sudden loss of drive power.
  Fix: Dealers will replace faulty modules for free.
  Owner Notices: Scheduled for September 5, 2025
  Contact: BMW Customer Service at 1-800-525-7417

Stay safe out there!

• More than 100,000 ice cream bars recalled due to potential contamination.

• Products include fan favorites like chocolate crunch cake and strawberry shortcake bars.

• FDA urges consumers in nine southern states to check freezers and discard affected items.

That refreshing ice cream bar in your freezer may come with more than just a chill. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of over 100,000 frozen dessert bars produced by Rich’s Ice Cream, citing potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacteria that can cause serious illness.

The recall affects ten different varieties of ice cream treats, all sold under the Rich’s Ice Cream label, and has been issued in nine states across the South: Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Texas, Virginia, Tennessee, South Carolina, Oklahoma, and Louisiana.

Recalled products include:

• Chocolate Crunch Cake Bar (H-0284-2025)

• Strawberry Shortcake Bar (H-0285-2025)

• Rich Bar (H-0286-2025)

• Crumbled Cookie Bar (H-0287-2025)

• Orange Cream Bar (H-0288-2025)

• Fudge Frenzy Bar (H-0289-2025)

• Cotton Candy Twirl Bar (H-0290-2025)

• Savagely Sour Blue Raspberry Bar (H-0291-2025)

• Savagely Sour Cherry Bar (H-0292-2025)

• Cool Watermelon Bar (H-0293-2025)

Consumers are urged to check their freezers immediately for any of the products listed above and dispose of them if found.

Health risks and symptoms

The recall is classified as a Class II recall, meaning the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health issues, though the chance of serious consequences is considered low. Still, Listeria can be dangerous, particularly for pregnant women, older adults, and people with weakened immune systems.

Symptoms may include:

• Fever

• Diarrhea

• Muscle aches

• Nausea

• Headache

• Flu-like symptoms

If you have consumed any of the recalled products and experience these symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.

What to do

If you live in one of the affected states and have recently purchased Rich’s Ice Cream bars, take the following steps:

1. Check your freezer for the listed products and matching recall numbers.

2. Do not eat any recalled bars, even if they look or smell normal.

3. Discard the product or return it to the place of purchase, if applicable.

4. Contact your healthcare provider if you feel unwell after consuming the product.

Consumers with questions about the recall can visit the FDA’s official website for the latest updates or contact Rich’s Ice Cream directly.

Summer treats are meant to bring joy—not illness. A quick check of your freezer today could prevent an unpleasant health scare tomorrow.

• W.W. Industrial Group, Inc. is recalling 15 oz. cans of PARASHORE Pear Slices in Juice (UPC# 704817164237, Lot 3700/01172 6122J) due to potential contamination with elevated levels of lead and cadmium. 

• Exposure to high levels of lead and cadmium—especially in children—can cause severe health issues including developmental delays, learning disabilities, and in extreme cases, seizures or coma, even without showing obvious symptoms.

• Affected products were sold at Grocery Outlet stores across the U.S.; consumers are advised not to consume the recalled pears and should return them for a full refund or discard them.

W.W. Industrial Group, Inc., is recalling Parashore Pear Slices in juice, in 15 oz. cans, because they have the potential to be contaminated with elevated levels of lead and cadmium.

Lead and cadmium are toxic substances present in our environment in small amounts and everyone is exposed to some of these heavy metals from daily actions such as inhaling dust, eating food, or drinking water. In general, the small exposure to lead within the U.S. population does not pose a significant public health concern.

However, exposure to larger amounts of lead and cadmium can cause poisoning. While these heavy metals can affect nearly every bodily system, their effects depend upon the amount and duration of lead exposure and age. 

Symptoms can include abdominal pain, vomiting, lethargy, irritability, weakness, behavior or mood changes, delirium, seizures, and coma. However, infants, young children and the developing fetus can be affected by chronic exposure to amounts of heavy metals that may not result in obvious symptoms of lead poisoning. 

A child with heavy metal poisoning may not look or act sick. Heavy metal poisoning in children can cause: learning disabilities, developmental delays, and lower IQ scores.

Product was distributed through Grocery Outlet stores in California and other Grocery Outlet stores across the U.S.

The recalled product is packaged in a 15oz can and labeled as PARASHORE Pear Slices in Juice, 15oz (425 g), UPC#704817164237. The specific lot found positive for heavy metals was Lot 3700/01172 6122J, Prod: 02/19/2024, Best by 2/19/2027.

No illnesses so far

No illnesses have been reported as of July 22, 2025.

The heavy metal contamination was discovered via sampling by the Maryland Department of Health which is part of the FDA Laboratory Flexible Funding Model program.

The company has recalled the products and is continuing an investigation to determine cause.

Consumers who have purchased Parashore Pear Slices in Juice 15oz (425 g) should not consume the product and are urged to discard in the trash or return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 516-676-9188 Monday to Friday 10 AM – 4 PM EDT.

Here’s Part 2 of this week's Weekly Recall Roundup for the week of July 24, 2025, highlighting additional urgent product safety notices from the Consumer Product Safety Commission,  affecting consumers across categories from toys and scooters to home furnishings.

🧒 Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelets Recalled

Units Affected: About 75,900
Hazard: The battery compartment is accessible to children, violating toy safety standards. Swallowed button cell batteries can cause severe internal injuries or death.
Injuries/Incidents: One battery separation incident reported, no injuries.

Model Numbers: 718508MCR, 718075MCR (green & pink)
Sold At: Walmart (Mar–May 2025, ~$2)

Remedy: Stop use immediately and contact info@innovativenyc.com with a disposal photo for a full refund.

🚧 LIVACTI Retractable Safety Gates Recalled

Units Affected: About 1,400
Hazard: The gate’s design allows a child’s torso to pass through, creating a deadly entrapment hazard.
Injuries/Incidents: None reported.

Model: LT-BG01-3 (white, gray, black)
Sold At: Amazon (Dec 2024–Apr 2025, $55–$75)

Remedy: Cut the mesh, photograph it, and email support@livactihome.com for a refund.
🔗 Recall Info

🛴 Apollo City 2024 Electric Scooters Recalled

Units Affected: About 790
Hazard: The stem can crack at the weld, posing fall and injury hazards.
Injuries/Incidents: 10 reports of cracking, 4 falls, 1 injury.

Affected Serial Numbers:

• 4202240300001–4202240301236

• 4202240400001–4202240400764
  Sold At: Best Buy, Amazon, Apollo site (Jun 2024–Apr 2025, ~$1,800)

Remedy: Stop use. Fill out form at Apollo City Recall Page to receive a free replacement stem.

🔥 FENGQS F7 Pro E-Bikes Recalled

Units Affected: About 100
Hazard: The lithium-ion battery can overheat and catch fire.
Injuries/Incidents: 13 reports of fire, 2 causing $4,000 in damage.

Battery Date Code: April 21, 2024
Sold At: Amazon (May–Dec 2024, $700–$1,200)

Remedy: Stop use. Mark and photograph battery before disposal. Submit to recall@fengqs.work for refund.
🔗 Disposal Instructions

🧱 Aiho Five-Drawer Dressers Recalled

Units Affected: About 1,900
Hazard: Can tip over if not anchored, posing entrapment or fatal injury risk to children.
Injuries/Incidents: None reported.

Model: AP23-W (white, 37” tall)
Sold At: Walmart.com (Sep 2023–Mar 2025, ~$80)

Remedy: Stop use if unanchored. Dispose and email photo to support@aiholife.com for refund.
🔗 Recall Info

☠️ Creekwood Naturals Turpentine Bottles Recalled

Units Affected: About 9,000
Hazard: Lacks child-resistant packaging, violating federal law.
Injuries/Incidents: None reported.

Sold At: Amazon, Etsy, eBay (Jun 2023–May 2025, $20–$40)

Remedy: Request a free child-resistant closure online at Recall Page or call 877-754-1776.

✨ LED Gloves Recalled

Units Affected: About 9,900
Hazard: Battery compartments are accessible and lack required warnings under Reese’s Law, posing serious injury or death risks to children.
Injuries/Incidents: None reported.

Model: ST01 (white gloves, flashing modes)
Sold At: Amazon (Jan–Apr 2025, ~$14)

Remedy: Dispose and email yummyet2022@outlook.com for refund.

🧪 Georgia Pine Turpentine Bottles Recalled

Units Affected: About 20,000
Hazard: Sold in non-child-resistant bottles, violating federal standards.
Injuries/Incidents: None reported.

Sold At: Amazon, local health food stores (Jan 2021–Apr 2025, ~$17)

Remedy: Contact Diamond G Forest Products at 912-647-7463 or visit Recall Info for a free child-resistant cap.

⚡ Transpro Electric Scooters Recalled

Units Affected: 700
Hazard: Scooters can overheat and catch fire. Batteries were falsely labeled UL-certified.
Injuries/Incidents: 1 fire, $200K in property damage.

Models: A3 Hub Motor, A11F Spark, R1 Commuter
Sold At: Bike and electronics stores (Aug 2024–Apr 2025, $250–$400)

Remedy: Disable and submit proof to sales@transprous.com for refund or free replacement.
🔗 Recall Site

🦟 Electric Bug Zapper Rackets Recalled

Units Affected: About 29,000
Hazard: Rechargeable batteries can overheat and catch fire.
Injuries/Incidents: 3 fire incidents, no injuries.

Model: BZ-001
Sold At: Amazon (May 2022–Jun 2025, $20–$40)

Remedy: Contact iMirror at 800-762-9066 for a pre-paid return label and refund.

Check Part 1 for more of this week's recalls. 

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued a slate of product recalls covering a wide range of consumer items due to fire, burn, and injury hazards. Consumers are urged to check their products and follow the manufacturers’ guidance to prevent serious risks.

🔥 VIVI E-Bike Batteries Recalled Over Fire Hazard

Hazard: Certain 36-volt lithium-ion batteries included with VIVI brand e-bikes can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.

Scope: About 24,000 batteries are affected, sold between December 2020 and November 2023 through online retailers including Amazon, Walmart, and Wayfair.

Incidents: 14 reports of overheating, including three fires; no injuries reported.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the affected batteries and contact VIVI for a free replacement battery and charger. Proof of hazardous waste disposal is required.

Contact: viviebikes.com/pages/recall or 800-375-6103.

🛋️ Babyletto Kiwi Recliners Recalled for Overheating USB Modules

Hazard: USB charging ports embedded in the armrests of certain Babyletto Kiwi Electronic Recliners can overheat and spark.

Scope: About 9,030 units sold between May 2023 and February 2025.

Incidents: 37 overheating incidents reported; one minor injury. No fires or property damage.

Remedy: Babyletto is offering a free repair kit with instructions.

Contact: babylettorecall.com or 866-621-9483.

🔋 iStore Wireless Power Banks Pose Fire Risk

Hazard: iStore Magnetic Wireless Power Banks (Model IST-09991/W05) can overheat and ignite while charging.

Scope: Approximately 8,520 units in the U.S. and another 6,400 in Canada sold from February 2023 to May 2025.

Incidents: Three overheating/explosion reports, including one minor burn and property damage totaling $15,000.

Remedy: Consumers should submit photographic proof and dispose of the unit per hazardous waste regulations. Refunds will be issued.

Contact: istore.co/pages/battery-recall or 800-268-4049.

💨 CasaClean Steamers Recalled for Burn Risk

Hazard: CasaClean handheld steamers can spew hot water or steam, risking serious burns.

Scope: About 23,000 units sold via HSN from November 2024 through April 2025.

Incidents: 26 reports, including 13 burns.

Remedy: Consumers must cut the steamer's power cord and submit proof to receive a refund.

Contact: thedeale.com/pages/casaclean-safety-recall or 877-880-6137.

✏️ Primark Highlighters Violate Federal Chemical Standards

Hazard: Primark’s DTR Stitch Scented Highlighters contain phthalates, a toxic chemical banned in children’s products.

Scope: About 2,600 four-packs sold in select U.S. stores between May 2024 and May 2025.

Remedy: Return to a Primark store for a full refund.

Contact: primark.com/recall or 617-946-3236.

🛠️ Traveller Truck Ramps Pose Fall Hazard

Hazard: Traveller-brand aluminum loading ramps may break under rated loads, risking falls and injury.

Scope: About 18,000 units sold from October 2024 through July 2025.

Incidents: 35 reports of ramps bending or breaking, including two injury cases.

Remedy: Refunds are available via return or submission of a photo marked “Recalled.”

Contact: tractorsupply.com or 877-718-6750.

⚠️ Safety Reminder

Consumers are strongly advised not to dispose of recalled lithium-ion batteries in general trash or curbside recycling bins. These must be taken to a household hazardous waste (HHW) facility or handled in accordance with local disposal guidance.

To stay up to date, visit the CPSC recalls portal regularly.