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Amazon Power Bank Recalled for Fire and Burn Risk
About 8,000 VEEKTOMX mini portable power banks sold on Amazon are being recalled because the lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. Shenzhen Baihang has received 3 reports of fires resulting in minor property...
Mississippi Woman Wins $1M After Pressure Cooker Explosion
A federal court in Mississippi entered a $1,097,000 judgment against the maker of a Bon Appetit pressure cooker after a 42-year-old woman suffered serious burn injuries when the device exploded during use in 2021.
CPSC Warns: Rozato Fire Pit Linked to Death, Burns
One person died and multiple others were seriously burned by Rozato Tabletop Fire Pits linked to flame jetting and uncontrolled pool fires, and the company has refused to recall the products.
Amazon Sued Over Instant Pot Lid That Opens Under Pressure
A Colorado man is suing Amazon.com after an Instant Pot Duo pressure cooker lid allegedly opened while the unit was still under pressure, spraying scalding hot contents and causing serious burn injuries.
Petzl Recalls Ice Climbing Axes for Shaft Break Risk
Petzl America recalled about 4,200 Nomic and Ergonomic ice climbing axes after the aluminum shaft was found to break at the handle during use, posing a fall hazard and the risk of serious injury or death.
Grill Cart Maker Refuses Recall After Fingertip Amputation
Safety officials are warning consumers to immediately stop using Pariplus foldable grill carts after at least 21 incidents were reported, including a fingertip amputation.
700K Wagner Power Steamers Recalled for 50+ Burn Injuries
Wagner Spray Tech recalled about 700,000 900 Series power steamers after the hose was found to get excessively hot and expel scalding water, even after the trigger is engaged. More than 50 burn injuries have been reported.
Frigidaire Gas Ranges Recalled After 30 Burn Injuries Reported
Electrolux Group voluntarily recalled about 174,800 Frigidaire gas ranges after 30 burn injuries were reported due to delayed ignition of the oven bake burner.
Andersen Windows Recalls 91,000 Window Opening Control Devices Over Fall Hazard
Andersen Windows recalled about 91,000 window opening control devices on 100 Series casement windows because they can break or detach, allowing windows to open unexpectedly. This poses a serious fall risk, especially for children.
CPSC Warns Consumers to Stop Using CCCEI Power Strips Due to Fire Risk
The CPSC is warning consumers to stop using CCCEI brand power strips immediately because they can catch fire if overloaded. The retailer has refused to issue a recall, so the agency is going directly to the public.