Anker Innovations has issued a recall for more than one million of its PowerCore 10000 power banks (model A1263) after it was found they had a defect that could cause fires and accidental burns. This has resulted in at least 19 incidents resulting in fires or explosions. Anyone who has one of the affected power [...]
A recall has been issued for Govee and GoveeLife-branded Smart Electric Space Heaters after it was found they posed a fire and burn hazard. A defect in the construction of the space heaters caused them to overheat, making it possible for people to burn themselves when they make contact with it, or to accidentally start [...]
Fisher-Price has issued a recall for more than two million Snuga Infant Swings after it was found they had a defect that posed a risk of suffocation for small children. At least five children have allegedly died due to these defective swings, all of whom were between one and three months old. Anyone who has [...]
Samsung has issued a product recall for its Slide-In Electric Ranges after it was found they suffered from a defect that could cause the stove to turn on without warning. This puts owners at risk of causing accidental burns or fires. Anyone who has one of these affected ranges should cease using them and call [...]
Bissell Inc. has issued a recall for more than three million Steam Shot handheld steam cleaners after it was found that they had a defect that could cause potential burns. More than 150 people have reported suffering burn injuries after the cleaners leaked hot water or steam due to this defect. People who purchased these [...]
MGA Entertainment has issued a recall for 21 million units of its “Make it Mini” Mini Sets with Liquid Resins due to them containing potentially dangerous levels of acrylates. These substances can pose a harm if exposed to them through inhalation or skin contact. Anyone who has these sets should cease using them and seek [...]
Kawasaki, the international vehicle manufacturing company, has issued a recall for more than 68,000 engines used in a variety of lawn and garden vehicles. A defect was found that could cause the engines to overheat during regular use, creating a risk of burns as well as a fire hazard. People with affected motors should contact [...]
Medline Industries, one of the largest manufacturers of medical equipment in the United States, has issued a recall for 1.5 million bed rails after it was found they could accidentally entrap or suffocate people who used them. At least two deaths have been attributed to the defective bed rails thus far. Anyone who has these [...]
Every manufacturer has a responsibility to ensure that products sold to the public will be safe for use by its intended users. When they fail in this responsibility, it can potentially result in severe harm to consumers or to the people around them. Here are five ways that defective products can potentially cause harm to [...]
Procter & Gamble, a major manufacturer of consumer goods, has issued a recall for laundry pods sold under a number of brand names. A defect was discovered that could cause the pods to split open without warning, causing the detergent inside to spill, potentially causing harm if ingested or if exposed to the eyes or [...]
