Recall Roll Call: December 2024
Recalls happen more often than you may think. Knowing the products that could be dangerous can help you stay safe. Here’s a quick recap of the major recalls for December 2024.
Anker Soundcore Lithium-Ion Battery Powered Bluetooth Speakers
The lithium-ion batteries that power these speakers pose a fire hazard. There have been 33 reports of the batteries overheating, including smoking and small fires. Consumers should immediately stop using the speakers and contact the company for a replacement. They also should dispose of the lithium-ion batteries in accordance with local and state regulations.
Units affected: 69,000
Sold: Exclusively online at Amazon.com from March 2023 through October 2023
For more information: https://us.ankerwork.com/pages/contact or (800) 988-7973
Charmast Power Banks
These power banks have lithium-ion batteries which can overheat and ignite. This poses fire and burn hazards. There have been 44 reports of the batteries causing issues, including igniting, smoking, and melting. Four consumers suffered burns. The company is offering a full refund. Consumers will have to dispose of the batteries in accordance with state and local regulations.
Units affected: 488,000
Sold: Online at Amazon.com from December 2018 through September 2024
For more information: https://www.charmast.com/pages/recall-info-page or (929) 636-0293
Chevron SKIL Lithium-Ion Batteries for SKIL Lawnmowers
Chevron North America has recalled its SKIL 40V 5.0Ah lithium-ion batteries for SKIL lawnmowers and outdoor tools due to the risk of their overheating and causing a fire and/or burns. There have been 100 reports of incidents, including melting, smoking, and fires. This included eight reports of minor burns and/or smoke inhalation and 49 reports of property damage. Consumers should contact Chevron for a battery collection kit so that they may return the battery safely. The company is offering the choice of a free replacement or a refund.
Units affected: 63,000
Sold: Lowe’s and other hardware and home improvement stores nationwide and online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com and Lowes.com from October 2019 through December 2024
For more information: http://www.skil.com/recalls or (833) 476-5325
HTRC C240 Battery Chargers
These chargers, which are used to charge lithium-ion batteries, can ignite or cause the lithium-ion batteries, thereby posing a risk of serious injury and death. There have been 32 reports of fires and thermal incidents, including five instances of significant property damage, and one injury. The company is offering a full refund.
Units affected: 34,600
Sold: AliExpress.com, Amazon.com, Banggood.com, eBay.com, HTRC-Direct.com and RCGoing.com from December 2017 through June 2024
For more information: http://www.ht-rc.com/recalls.asp or (951) 215-8389
Melii Baby Silicone Spoons
These baby spoons, with animal shapes as the handles, can break apart during use, posing a choking hazard. Consumers should take the spoon away from children and contact the company for a free replacement set.
Units affected: 85,100
Sold: Aldi Grocery Stores and Ross and online at buybuyBaby.com, Amazon.com, Sierra.com, MotherandDaughterCreations.com, Just Between Friends (jbfsale.com), MacroBaby.com, TrendyLilTreats.com, TheBrickKitchenStore.com and AdventureSnacks.com from April 2024 through August 2024
For more information: https://meliibaby.com/pages/recall or (855) 492-4470
Mr. Christmas Wireless Decorative Tree Light Controllers
If the wireless receiver overheats, it poses a fire hazard. There have been 10 reports of overheating, including one fire. The company is offering a full refund.
Units affected: 44,600
Sold: Walmart, Target and Cracker Barrel stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com, Target.com and CrackerBarrel.com from July 2024 through November 2024
For more information: http://www.mrchristmas.com/recall or (800) 489-6328
NetZero USA High Bay LED Light Fixtures
The plastic pins that hold the light fixture in place can degrade. If that happens, the electrically charged LED board can encounter nearby items, posing a fire hazard. There have been seven reports of loose LED boards. Consumers should immediately stop using the light fixtures that show signs of discoloration. The company is offering a free inspection and on-site repair.
Units affected: 16,000
Sold: NetZero USA, Citory Solutions, and Red Sail Developments and through other commercial distributors from August 2018 through October 2024
For more information: https://netzero-usa.com/recall or (888) 326-2220
Polaris RZR XP 1000 and XP 4 1000 Recreational Off-Road Vehicles
The positive battery terminal can be damaged by the seat base, causing it to be exposed. When that happens, it can contact nearby components that conduct electricity. The resulting electrical short poses a fire hazard. There have been three incidents, including two reports of fires and one of melted wires. The company is offering a full battery cover to be self-installed or installed for free by a professional.
Units affected: 21,000
Sold: Polaris dealers nationwide from April 2023 through July 2024
For more information: http://www.polaris.com/ or (800) 765-2747
QVC Temp-tations Oven Gloves
The gloves do not provide enough protection from the heat, which poses a burn risk. There have been 162 reports of insufficient heat protection, including 92 minor burns. QVC is offering a refund.
Units affected: 1.1 million pairs
Sold: QVC.com, QVC televised shows and QVC digital shopping platforms from August 2018 through August 2024
For more information: http://www.recallrtr.com/ovengloves or (888) 770-7119
Stanley Switchback and Trigger Action Travel Mugs
When exposed to heat and torque, the mug’s lid threads can shrink. This can cause the lid to detach, which poses a burn risk. There have been 91 reports of the lids detaching, including 38 burn injuries with 11 consumers requiring medical attention. The company is offering a free replacement lid and will pay for shipping.
Units affected: 2.6 million
Sold: Amazon.com, Walmart, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Target and other stores nationwide and online from June 2016 through December 2024
For more information: http://www.Stanley1913TMrecall.expertinquiry.com or (866) 792-5445
Vacation by Vacation Black Label Scented Candles
Vacation has recalled its Legendary VACATION by Vacation Black Label Scented Candles due to its risk of fire and laceration. If the flame burns too high, it will cause the glass container to break. There have been seven reports of high flames, some of which caused the glass container to break. Consumers should stop using the recalled candles and contact Vacation for a refund.
Units affected: 13,000
Sold: Online at vacation.inc, Amazon and Ulta.com and other beauty and fashion stores nationwide from November 2023 through September 2024
For more information: https://www.vacation.inc/candlerecall
Yoto Mini Speakers for Children
The lithium-ion battery in these speakers can overheat and ignite, posing a burn risk and fire hazards. There have been 12 reports of the speakers overheating or melting. Consumers should immediately take the speakers away from children and contact Yoto for a free battery replacement kit and dispose of the lithium-ion batteries in accordance with local and state regulations.
Units affected: 251,165
Sold: Online at us.yotoplay.com, Amazon.com, Target.com and maisonette.com, and in toy and gift stores nationwide from November 2021 through April 2024
For more information: https://us.yotoplay.com/recall
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Life-changing injuries and tragedies occur due to risky ingredients and errors made by manufacturers. If you have a question about what you believe may be a harmful or faulty product that may have caused injury, it may help to speak with a top Philadelphia product liability attorney.