Tag:

Consumer Product Safety Commission

Massive Recall Issued For Widely Used Nasal Spray Over Child Poisoning Risk Massive Recall Issued For Widely Used Nasal Spray Over Child Poisoning Risk
Massive Recall Issued For Widely Used Nasal Spray Over Child Poisoning Risk Nearly 800,000 nasal spray bottles are being recalled because the packaging is not child-resistant, federal officials said. Bayer is recalling about 786,100 Afrin Original Nasal Spray 6 mL bottles, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, April 30. The recall applies to unexpired travel-size bottles with specific lot numbers. The nasal sprays contain an imidazoline, which must be in child-resistant packaging or include required safety labeling under federal law. The recalled bottles don't meet those requirements, creating a risk of serious injury or illness if swallowed…
Urgent Warning Issued After Hundreds Of Fires, Injuries Linked To Popular Home Treadmills Urgent Warning Issued After Hundreds Of Fires, Injuries Linked To Popular Home Treadmills
Urgent Warning Issued After Hundreds Of Fires, Injuries Linked To Popular Home Treadmills Federal safety officials are warning consumers to stop using a popular line of home walking pads and treadmills after they were linked to hundreds of incidents, including injuries and fires. The Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the alert for Sperax walking pads and treadmills on Thursday, April 16. The affected models are typically black with red trim, with the model number listed near the power switch. According to the CPSC, there have been 201 reports involving problems like uncontrollable speeds and abrupt stops. The issues have caused at least 66 falls or injurie…
Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know
Senior Deaths Prompt Urgent Recall Of Bed Rails: What To Know More than 120,000 bed rails are being recalled after two deaths were linked to a dangerous entrapment hazard, federal officials said. Vive Health is recalling about 122,000 adult portable bed rails, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, March 26. The recall includes three models: the Vive Health Compact Bed Rail, Bed Rail Collection V, and units of model LVA1024 purchased on or before Monday, Aug. 21, 2023. The products pose a risk because users can become trapped within the rail or between the rail and the mattress, creating a serious risk of asphyxiation. Viv…
50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers 50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers
50+ Burn Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Cleaning Steamers More than 700,000 power steamers are being recalled after dozens of people suffered burn injuries linked to overheating parts and hot water discharge, officials said. Wagner Spray Tech is recalling its 900 Series power steamers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, March 19. About 700,000 steamers were sold in the US, and around 8,000 were purchased in Canada. The recall includes three models: 905e Auto Steamer, 915e On-Demand Power Steamer, and 925e Steam Machine Elite Steamer. The recall was issued after reports that the attached hose can get excessively hot and t…
Fire Hazards Prompt Major Recall Of Popular Grill Lighters Fire Hazards Prompt Major Recall Of Popular Grill Lighters
Fire Hazards Prompt Major Recall Of Popular Grill Lighters A popular grill lighter sold at major hardware stores is being recalled over serious fire and burn risks. Royal Oak Enterprises is recalling about 190,560 of its Flame Saber lighters, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Feb. 26. The lighters violate the mandatory federal standard for multipurpose lighters because they don't have the required child-resistant mechanisms. The lighters also fail to meet labeling requirements under the Federal Hazardous Substances Act by missing required safety information. No incidents or injuries have been reported, accordin…
Dozens Of Choking Incidents Spark Recall Of Popular Baby Toy Dozens Of Choking Incidents Spark Recall Of Popular Baby Toy
Dozens Of Choking Incidents Spark Recall Of Popular Baby Toy A baby teething toy sold online is being recalled after dozens of choking incidents were reported. Longyanguiheng issued the recall for about 6,800 Yetonamr Pull-String Teething Toys, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Jan. 22. The toy's silicone pull strings are smaller than allowed under federal safety standards. The strings can reach the back of a child's throat, posing a serious choking hazard. There have been at least 32 "choking incidents" involving the toy, according to the CPSC. The recalled teething toy is an off-white, disc-shaped pr…
16 Fire Reports Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Portable Chargers 16 Fire Reports Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Portable Chargers
16 Fire Reports Spark Massive Recall Of Popular Portable Chargers More than 85,000 portable chargers are being recalled after they caused more than a dozen reported fires. Belkin issued the recall for about 83,500 portable power banks and wireless charging stands sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Nov. 13. Another 2,385 chargers were purchased in Canada. The lithium-ion batteries inside the chargers can overheat, creating a risk of fire and burns. There has been one fire reported in the US and at least 15 internationally, causing two minor burns and more than $37,000 in property damage. The recalled pr…
Popular Torch Lighter Sold At Walmart, Home Depot Recalled Popular Torch Lighter Sold At Walmart, Home Depot Recalled
Popular Torch Lighter Sold At Walmart, Home Depot Recalled A popular torch lighter is being recalled due to deadly fire and burn hazards. Calico Brands is recalling about 175,000 Scripto Premium Torches, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Oct. 9. The torches violate mandatory safety standards for multipurpose lighters, creating a risk of serious injury or death. No incidents or injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The recall covers the torches with a four-position adjustable metal nozzle, adjustable flame, hands-free operation lock, black non-slip rubber grip, and a metal base with a velvet bottom. The torches …
Popular Outdoor Fan Recalled Over Fire Hazards: What To Know Popular Outdoor Fan Recalled Over Fire Hazards: What To Know
Popular Outdoor Fan Recalled Over Fire Hazards: What To Know A popular portable misting fan is being recalled after reports of overheating and fires. IcyBreeze is recalling about 22,600 of its Buddy Portable Misting Fans, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Sept. 18. The agency said the fans can overheat while charging and ignite, posing a fire hazard. The company has received seven reports of the fans overheating while charging, including two that led to fires. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The recall covers IcyBreeze Buddy fans sold in slate blue, gray, and seafoam. Each fan features a 1.5-li…
Cotton Candy Makers Ignite Sugar, Sparking Large Recall Cotton Candy Makers Ignite Sugar, Sparking Large Recall
Cotton Candy Makers Ignite Sugar, Sparking Large Recall Thousands of cotton candy makers are being recalled after a dozen reports of sparking and fire.  Wuensche USA issued the recall for about 21,690 Ambiano Cotton Candy Makers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Sept. 18. The heating element can cause sugar to ignite if the machine is used without the included sugar receptacle, posing a fire hazard. Wuensche has received 12 reports of sparking or fire. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The recall covers models that came in red or teal with a clear plastic cover. "Ambiano" and the model numb…
Fire Dangers Prompt Recall Of Popular Vapes: What To Know Fire Dangers Prompt Recall Of Popular Vapes: What To Know
Fire Dangers Prompt Recall Of Popular Vapes: What To Know Thousands of portable vaporizers are being recalled after reports of batteries overheating, smoking, and ejecting material. Arizer Tech issued the recall for about 5,460 of its Solo II vapes, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Sept. 18. Around 2,820 vapes were sold in Canada. The internal lithium-ion battery can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. Arizer has received nine reports of overheating, producing smoke, or ejecting material. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The vapes come in Carbon Black and Mystic Blue with serial numbers …
30+ Fire, Burn Reports Spark Massive Portable Charger Recall 30+ Fire, Burn Reports Spark Massive Portable Charger Recall
30+ Fire, Burn Reports Spark Massive Portable Charger Recall Nearly half a million portable chargers are being recalled after dozens of fire reports, federal regulators said. Anker Innovations is recalling about 481,000 power banks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Sept. 18. The lithium-ion batteries inside the devices can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards. According to the CPSC, Anker has received 33 reports of fire and explosion incidents. Four people suffered minor burns, and one incident caused "significant property damage." The recall applies to Anker power banks with model numbers A1647, A1652, A1257…
That's Too Hot: Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Catch Fire, Sparking Major Recall That's Too Hot: Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Catch Fire, Sparking Major Recall
That's Too Hot: Paris Hilton Mini Fridges Catch Fire, Sparking Major Recall Socialite Paris Hilton's mini fridges have taken her catchphrase of "That's hot" too literally. Epoca International is recalling about 110,000 Paris Hilton Mini Beauty Fridges, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Sept. 12. The agency said the mini fridges' electrical switch can short-circuit, posing a fire and burn hazard. There have been at least 27 reports of fridges overheating and catching fire, according to the CPSC. No injuries were reported, though some incidents caused property damage to the unit and nearby surfaces. The recall covers f…
Suffocation, Fall Risks Prompt Recall Of Popular Baby Loungers Suffocation, Fall Risks Prompt Recall Of Popular Baby Loungers
Suffocation, Fall Risks Prompt Recall Of Popular Baby Loungers A baby lounger sold on Amazon has been recalled after federal safety officials warned it poses a risk of suffocation and falls for infants. The recall was issued for about 23,000 URMYWO baby loungers in the "grey feather" style, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Sept. 4. The loungers violate the federal standard for infant sleep products. According to the CPSC, the sides are too short to secure a baby, and the sleeping pad is too thick. An infant could also fall out through an opening at the foot or become trapped.  The loungers also lac…
Lacerations Trigger Major Recall Of Power Tools Lacerations Trigger Major Recall Of Power Tools
Lacerations Trigger Major Recall Of Power Tools Nearly 63,000 cordless grease guns and hoses are being recalled after reports of injuries linked to the tools. Makita issued the recall for about 62,927 Professional Cordless Grease Guns and hoses, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Sept. 4. The agency warned that the hoses can develop holes that spray grease during use, creating a laceration hazard. The company has received five reports of the hoses failing, including five laceration injuries. All of the injuries occurred outside the US, according to the CPSC. The grease guns were availa…
150+ Fire Reports Spark Major Recall Of 2.9M Attic Fan Motors 150+ Fire Reports Spark Major Recall Of 2.9M Attic Fan Motors
150+ Fire Reports Spark Major Recall Of 2.9M Attic Fan Motors Nearly three million attic fan motors sold nationwide are being recalled after more than 150 reports of fires. Air Vent Inc. issued the recall for about 2.9 million electric motors used in gable- and roof-mounted attic fans, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Aug. 28. The recall covers five different model numbers listed on the CPSC's website. According to the recall notice, the motors' safety cutoff can fail, creating a risk of short circuit and fire. Air Vent has received 159 incident reports involving burning or fire, though no injuries have been repo…
Exploding Pressure Washers, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of 780K Machines Exploding Pressure Washers, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of 780K Machines
Exploding Pressure Washers, Injuries Spark Massive Recall Of 780K Machines About 780,000 electric pressure washers are being recalled after parts exploded and injured dozens of people. TTI Outdoor Power Equipment issued the recall for around 764,000 Ryobi brushless electric pressure washers sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday, Aug. 28. About 16,000 power washers were sold in Canada. The recall affects two types of power washers: the 2300 PSI model RY142300 and the 2700 PSI model RY142711VNM. The machines' capacitors can overheat and burst, sending parts flying toward users and bystanders. South Carolina-base…
Deadly Choking Risks In Fake Labubu Dolls Spark 'Urgent Safety Warning' Deadly Choking Risks In Fake Labubu Dolls Spark 'Urgent Safety Warning'
Deadly Choking Risks In Fake Labubu Dolls Spark 'Urgent Safety Warning' Federal regulators are issuing an "urgent safety warning" about counterfeit Labubu dolls, which can break and pose choking hazards to children. The Consumer Product Safety Commission gave the warning about the fakes commonly referred to as "Lafufus" on Monday, Aug. 18. The counterfeit Lafufus can be found in stores and online. The dolls, which are sold as plush figures and keychains, are small enough to fit entirely in a child's mouth. According to the CPSC, some counterfeits break apart easily, releasing small pieces that can lodge in a child's throat. Thousands of knockoffs have alr…
Exploding Bottles Sold Nationwide Recalled Over Safety Fears Exploding Bottles Sold Nationwide Recalled Over Safety Fears
Exploding Bottles Sold Nationwide Recalled Over Safety Fears More than 110,000 carbonation bottles are being recalled after some have exploded, causing several injuries. Drinkmate is recalling about 106,200 of its one-liter carbonation bottles, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 14. About 5,000 bottles were sold in Canada. According to the CPSC, Drinkmate has received eight reports of bottles exploding while in use. Four cases resulted in injuries such as cuts, impact trauma, and hearing damage. The recall affects certain clear polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles with red, blue, white, or black plastic caps and b…
Several People Suffer Burns, Prompting Recall Of Popular Tea Kettle Several People Suffer Burns, Prompting Recall Of Popular Tea Kettle
Several People Suffer Burns, Prompting Recall Of Popular Tea Kettle Tens of thousands of tea kettles are being recalled after several people suffered burns when the infuser basket lid fell off during use. Synergy Housewares issued the recall for about 40,000 Wolfgang Puck stainless steel petite tea kettles, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 14. The kettles came with a removable tea infuser basket. The recall comes after at least 10 incidents in which the kettle's infuser basket lid came loose and fell during use. Five of those cases involved burns or scalding injuries, according to the CPSC. The 14-ounce stainless-stee…
Electrocution Risk Forces Huge Recall Of Popular Hair Dryers Electrocution Risk Forces Huge Recall Of Popular Hair Dryers
Electrocution Risk Forces Huge Recall Of Popular Hair Dryers More than 56,000 Remington-brand hair dryers are being recalled because they can cause electrocution or serious injury if dropped in water while plugged into an outlet. Empower Brands is recalling about 56,300 Remington hair dryers, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 14. The dryers don't have an immersion protection device, creating a risk of death or serious injury if the dryers fall into water. No injuries have been reported, but the CPSC urges owners to immediately unplug and stop using the dryers. Refunds are available by submitting a photo of the ha…
Poison Dangers For Kids Prompt Large Recall Of Torch Fuel Poison Dangers For Kids Prompt Large Recall Of Torch Fuel
Poison Dangers For Kids Prompt Large Recall Of Torch Fuel More than 11,000 bottles of torch fuel are being recalled because they violate multiple safety standards, posing a deadly poisoning risk to children. Firefly Fuel issued the recall for about 11,275 of its "Safe & Green" 32-ounce torch fuel bottles, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 14. The transparent bottles contain hydrocarbons that require child-resistant packaging under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The included nozzle applicator isn't child-resistant, meaning that if it replaces the original closure, young children could access the liqui…
Fires, Explosions Spark Large Recall Of Wireless Power Banks Fires, Explosions Spark Large Recall Of Wireless Power Banks
Fires, Explosions Spark Large Recall Of Wireless Power Banks More than 33,000 wireless power banks are being recalled after the lithium-ion batteries caught fire and exploded, causing $20,000 in property damage. The recall affects about 24,000 ESR HaloLock power banks sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 14. About 9,900 portable chargers were sold in Canada. The lithium-ion battery in the recalled units can overheat and ignite, creating fire and burn hazards. Waymeet Limited, the Hong Kong-based distributor, has received nine reports of the batteries catching fire and exploding. N…
Falls, Fractures Spark Recall Of 120K+ Multi-Purpose Ladders Falls, Fractures Spark Recall Of 120K+ Multi-Purpose Ladders
Falls, Fractures Spark Recall Of 120K+ Multi-Purpose Ladders More than 120,000 ladders sold nationwide are being recalled after a faulty locking mechanism caused more than a dozen falls and injuries. Werner issued the recall for about 122,250 of its 20-foot and 24-foot Multi-Max Pro multi-purpose ladders, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 14. The ladders, sold in silver with a blue top and side rail label, feature a long black rope on the back section. The ladders' locking mechanism can jam and fail to fully lock into place, creating a fall hazard. According to the CPSC, there have been 18 falls reported, causing…
Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks
Burn Hazard Prompts Huge Recall Of Heated Socks Tens of thousands of pairs of heated socks are being recalled after nearly a dozen reports of burns and blisters. Fieldsheer Apparel Technologies issued the recall for about 45,000 heated socks, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 7. The socks can cause pain and injuries when worn during activities that generate a combination of heat, friction, moisture, and pressure. The company has received 11 reports of the socks causing discomfort, including four cases of burns and blisters, according to the CPSC. The recall includes models MWMS07, MWWS07, a…
Deadly Poisoning Risk To Kids Prompts Hair Serum Recall Deadly Poisoning Risk To Kids Prompts Hair Serum Recall
Deadly Poisoning Risk To Kids Prompts Hair Serum Recall A hair growth serum has been recalled nationwide over packaging that fails to keep children safe, creating a poisoning risk for young kids. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of about 21,300 bottles of Séfralls Minoxidil Hair Generation Serum on Thursday, Aug. 7. The product contains minoxidil, a prescription-strength ingredient that must be sold in child-resistant packaging under the Poison Prevention Packaging Act. The recalled serum comes in an amber dropper bottle with a white and gold dropper and a white, black, and gold label marked "Séfralls" and "m…
Dozens Of Burning, Melting Smartwatches Force Large Recall Dozens Of Burning, Melting Smartwatches Force Large Recall
Dozens Of Burning, Melting Smartwatches Force Large Recall A popular smartwatch is being recalled after dozens melted or caught fire while charging, causing burns and property damage. Deale International is recalling about 2,900 Altafit af28 smartwatches, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, Aug. 7. The watches were sold by TV shopping network HSN for about $50 from March through May 2025 for about $50. The company has received 39 reports of the watches burning while on the wireless charging pad. According to the CPSC, there have been at least six cases of burns to users' hands and property damage. The affec…
Dangerous Knife Blades Trigger Recall Of Popular Utility Tools Dangerous Knife Blades Trigger Recall Of Popular Utility Tools
Dangerous Knife Blades Trigger Recall Of Popular Utility Tools Thousands of utility tools are being recalled because the knife blade may not fold completely into the handle. Leatherman is recalling about 17,000 Charge Plus and Charge Plus TTi multi-tools, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 31. The recall affects Charge Plus multi-tools sold in stainless steel or two types of black, along with Charge Plus TTi tools sold in stainless steel with black nylon sheaths. The knife blade's tip doesn't fully fold when closed, creating a risk of cuts. No injuries have been reported, according to the CP…
Life-Threatening Risk To Kids Sparks Recall Of Popular Magnetic Toy Life-Threatening Risk To Kids Sparks Recall Of Popular Magnetic Toy
Life-Threatening Risk To Kids Sparks Recall Of Popular Magnetic Toy About 25,000 magnetic toy stackers are being recalled after dozens of reports showed their magnets can come loose, posing a life-threatening danger to children if swallowed. Tegu issued the recall for about 22,850 of its Magnetic Floating Stackers toys sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 31. The recall also impacts around 1,977 stackers in Canada and 190 in Mexico. The recalled toys contain small magnets that can loosen and detach. If more than one is swallowed, the magnets can attract each other inside the digestive system, whic…
Finger Cuts Prompt Recall Of Garlic Presses Sold At Popular Retailer Finger Cuts Prompt Recall Of Garlic Presses Sold At Popular Retailer
Finger Cuts Prompt Recall Of Garlic Presses Sold At Popular Retailer Tens of thousands of garlic presses are being recalled due to a defect that could lead to cuts or swallowed metal fragments. IKEA issued the recall for about 43,830 of its 365+ VÄRDEFULL garlic presses, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 31. About 10,700 were also sold in Canada. Small metal pieces can detach from the garlic presses, creating risks of swallowing the fragments or being cut by them. IKEA has received 10 reports globally, including three people who suffered lacerations or splinters to their fingers. None of the injuries were …
Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools
Head Injuries Prompt Huge Recall Of Popular Kitchen Stools A popular kitchen stool is being recalled after dozens of safety bars broke, causing two people to suffer head injuries. Dorel Home Furnishings is recalling about 302,000 Cosco 2-Step Kitchen Stepper stools sold in the US, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday, July 31. Around 11,000 stools were also sold in Canada. The safety bars can break or detach while in use, increasing fall risks. The CPSC received 34 reports of the safety bar failing, including two incidents involving head injuries. The stools were sold from February 2021 through July 2025…