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Fire Hazard

Aberdeen, MD

Business

Feds Recalling 512K Smart Space Heaters Sold Nationwide That Pose Burn, Overheating Risk

Feds Recalling 512K Smart Space Heaters Sold Nationwide That Pose Burn, Overheating Risk

Feds Recalling 512K Smart Space Heaters Sold Nationwide That Pose Burn, Overheating Risk Hundreds of thousands of space heaters sold nationwide are being recalled due to fire and burn risks, the US Consumer Product Safety Commission announced this week. GoveeLife and Govee have issued a recall for approximately 512,500 smart electric space heaters in the US and 48,600 in Canada due to overheating, posing fire and burn hazards. The recall involves models: H7130 Recalled Model H7130 CPSC H7131 Recalled Model H7131 CPSC H7132 Recalled Model H7132 CPSC H7133 Recalled Model H7133 CPSC H7134 Recalled Model H7134 CPSC…

11/08/2024

New Carrollton, MD

Business

Company Recalling 866K Spa Pumps Sold Nationwide That Pose Injury Risk, Caused Fatal Fire: CPSC

Company Recalling 866K Spa Pumps Sold Nationwide That Pose Injury Risk, Caused Fatal Fire: CPSC

Company Recalling 866K Spa Pumps Sold Nationwide That Pose Injury Risk, Caused Fatal Fire: Cpsc Hundreds of thousands of AirJet and HydroJet Spa Pumps sold across the country are subject to a recall due to a fire hazard that resulted in at least one death, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). This week, CSPC and Hong Kong-based Bestway International announced that they are recalling approximately 866,000 pumps that can overheat, causing its plastic housing to ignite, increasing the risk of fire or injury. CPSC says that there have been at least three fires reportedly involving the spa pumps, including one that led to a massive house fire in January 2024 in…

09/14/2024

Westminster, MD

Business

Samsung Recalling More Than 1M Electric Ranges Following Hundreds Of Reported Fires

Samsung Recalling More Than 1M Electric Ranges Following Hundreds Of Reported Fires

Samsung Recalling More Than 1M Electric Ranges Following Hundreds Of Reported Fires More than a million Samsung electric ranges are subject to a recall after the company received hundreds of reports of fires that left several people injured and pets dead over the past decade. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued an alert advising that slide-in electric ranges are subject to the recall due to front-mounted knobs that can be accidentally activated by humans or pets, creating a fire hazard. In total, 1,120,905 units are being recalled. These models are included in the recall: NE58K9430SS/AA; NE58N9430SG/AA; NE58R9431SG/AA; NE58R9431SS/AA; NE58R9431ST/…

08/08/2024

Somers, NY

Police & Fire

Scooter's Lithium-Ion Battery Prompts Hazmat Response At Somers Home

Scooter's Lithium-Ion Battery Prompts Hazmat Response At Somers Home

Scooter's Lithium-Ion Battery Prompts Hazmat Response At Somers Home A set of lithium-ion batteries inside an electric scooter sparked a flash fire that broke windows and blew garage doors off their tracks at a Northern Westchester home. The blaze happened on Monday, July 8 just before 9 p.m. at a residence in Somers on Weeks Court, the Somers Volunteer Fire Department announced on Thursday, July 11. According to the fire department, arriving crews found a scooter on fire in the home's garage and took it outside. They then evacuated the residence and began to cool down the scooter's lithium-ion batteries. Firefighters soon went back inside and f…

07/14/2024

Lancaster, PA

News

Lititz Mom Calls 911 For Fire, Ends Up Arrested For Endangering Child: PD

Lititz Mom Calls 911 For Fire, Ends Up Arrested For Endangering Child: PD

Lititz Mom Calls 911 For Fire, Ends Up Arrested For Endangering Child: PD A 26-year-old mom called 911 for a smoking baseboard heat she believed could cause a fire, and ended up getting arrested and charged with child endangerment, Lititz Borough of Police Department officials announced on Monday, July 1. Maricruz Alvarado-Blanco, the 20 block of Main Street in Lititz, called 911 "regarding a baseboard heater smoking and creating a fire hazard" at 10:46 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, according to the police release. Police officers were called to investigate, and the following happened, as stated in the release: "While inside the apartment, officers dis…

by Jillian Pikora

07/01/2024

Westminster, MD

Business

BlandJet Recalling 4.8M Portable Blenders Nationwide For Fire, Laceration Hazards

BlandJet Recalling 4.8M Portable Blenders Nationwide For Fire, Laceration Hazards

BlandJet Recalling 4.8M Portable Blenders Nationwide For Fire, Laceration Hazards Nearly five million portable blenders sold nationwide are being recalled due to fire and laceration risks. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that a total of around 4.8 million BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders that can overheat or catch fire. If the blender were to get too hot, the blender blades can break off, creating the hazard. The recall includes blenders sold in a variety of colors and designs, federal authorities noted Recalled items have the serial numbers printed on the bottom of the base along with “blendjet2” and “The Original Portable Blender.” The…

12/28/2023

Worcester, MA

Business

Toyota Recalls 168K Trucks Because Of Possible Fire Risk

Toyota Recalls 168K Trucks Because Of Possible Fire Risk

Toyota Recalls 168K Trucks Because Of Possible Fire Risk Toyota is conducting a large safety recall involving some late-model pickup trucks. The auto giant announced that approximately 168,000 of its 2022 and 2023 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles are subject to the recall due to a possible fire hazard. According to the company, the vehicles included in the recall have a plastic fuel tube that can move and rub against a brake line, causing a fuel leak, which could lead to fires. To remedy the issue, Toyota dealers will replace the plastic fuel tube with an improved part and additional clamp, officials said. Those parts were actively…

08/12/2023

Elkton, MD

Business

Toyota Recalling 168K Pick-Up Trucks Due To Possible Fire Risk

Toyota Recalling 168K Pick-Up Trucks Due To Possible Fire Risk

Toyota Recalling 168K Pick-Up Trucks Due To Possible Fire Risk Toyota is conducting a large safety recall involving certain late model pick-up trucks. The auto giant announced that approximately 168,000 2022 and 2023 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles are subject to the recall due to a possible fire hazard. According to the company, the vehicles included in the recall are equipped with a plastic fuel tube that can move and rub against a brake line, developing a fuel leak. That fuel leak could then ignite, increasing the risk of a fire. To remedy the issue, Toyota dealers will replace the plastic fuel tube with an improved part and additional cla…

08/12/2023

Stamford, CT

Business

Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk

Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk

Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that a popular laundry machine is being recalled due to the possibility of creating a fire hazard. Electrolux Group is recalling Frigidaire gas laundry centers that have a felt seal on the dryer drum after receiving nearly two dozen reports of fires breaking out, and one case of a smoke inhalation injury, according to CPSC. Officials said that the felt seal can be folded inward, leading to an accumulation of lint that poses an increased risk of sparking a fire. The recalled laundry centers have model numbers “FFLG4033QW” or “FFLG…

07/15/2023

Elkton, MD

Business

Frigidaire Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk

Frigidaire Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk

Frigidaire Washer/Dryers Sold Nationwide Being Recalled For Fire Risk The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that a popular laundry machine is subject to a new recall due to the possibility of creating a fire hazard. Electrolux Group is recalling Frigidaire gas laundry centers that have a felt seal on the dryer drum after receiving nearly two dozen reports of fires breaking out, and one case of a smoke inhalation injury, according to CPSC. Officials said that the felt seal can be folded inward, leading to an accumulation of lint that poses an increased risk of sparking a fire. The recalled laundry centers have model numbers “FFLG4033QW”…

07/13/2023

Brentwood, NY

Business

317,000 Steam Irons Recalled Due To Fire, Burn, Shock Hazards

317,000 Steam Irons Recalled Due To Fire, Burn, Shock Hazards

317,000 Steam Irons Recalled Due To Fire, Burn, Shock Hazards A recall has been issued for a brand of steam irons due to fire, burn, and shock hazards. About 317,000 Steamfast Home & Away Travel Steam Irons and Brookstone Steam Bug Travel Steam Irons sold in the US are subject to the recall by Vornado, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced. The power cord can become damaged near the cord bushing, which can lead to overheating of the cord, posing fire and burn hazards. In addition, cord damage near the bushing can result in exposed copper wires, posing a shock hazard, the CPSC said. Consumers may call Vornado toll-free at…

by Joe Lombardi

05/01/2023

White Plains, NY

Business

Recall Issued For Brand Of Vacuum Cleaners Due To Fire Hazard A new recall has been issued for a brand of vacuum cleaners. Bissell has expanded a recall of cordless multi-surface wet-dry vacuums, the Consumer Product Safety Commission said. About 2,000 vacuum cleaners are subject to the expanded recall due to the risk the circuit board inside the vacuum’s battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard, the CPSC said. The earlier recall in January involved about 64,000 vacuum cleaners. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled vacuums and contact Bissell for a free battery pack replacement. Earlier report: Recall Is…

by Joe Lombardi

04/06/2023

Clifton Park, NY

Business

Deaths Lead To Recall Of Scooters, Hoverboards Due To Possible Fire Hazard

Deaths Lead To Recall Of Scooters, Hoverboards Due To Possible Fire Hazard

Deaths Lead To Recall Of Scooters, Hoverboards Due To Possible Fire Hazard Tens of thousands of scooters and hoverboards are being recalled nationwide due to faulty batteries that could pose a fire hazard and already led to the death of two young girls in the Northeast. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced this week that approximately 53,000 42-volt Jetson Rogue self-balancing scooters/hoverboards are subject to recall due to their lithium-ion battery backs that can overheat and cause a fire. Officials say that a 10-year-old girl and her 15-year-old sister died from a fire on April 1, 2022 in Hellertown, Pennsylvania, which the Hellertown Boroug…

04/01/2023

Towson, MD

Business

Deaths Lead To Recall Of Hoverboards Sold At Target Due To Possible Fire Hazard

Deaths Lead To Recall Of Hoverboards Sold At Target Due To Possible Fire Hazard

Deaths Lead To Recall Of Hoverboards Sold At Target Due To Possible Fire Hazard Tens of thousands of scooters and hoverboards are being recalled nationwide due to faulty batteries that could pose a fire hazard and already led to the death of two young girls in Pennsylvania. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced this week that approximately 53,000 42-volt Jetson Rogue self-balancing scooters/hoverboards are subject to recall due to their lithium-ion battery backs that can overheat and cause a fire. Officials say that a 10-year-old girl and her 15-year-old sister died from a fire on April 1, 2022 in Hellertown, Pennsylvania, which the Hellertown Borough…

03/31/2023

Mechanicsville, MD

Business

350,000 Heating Blankets, Pads Recalled Due To Fire Hazard

350,000 Heating Blankets, Pads Recalled Due To Fire Hazard

350,000 Heating Blankets, Pads Recalled Due To Fire Hazard About 350,000 units of a brand of heating blankets and pads are being recalled due to a fire hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced. Bedshe International said it issued the recall for Bedsure Electric Heating Blankets and Pads Due because the controller can malfunction, posing fire and thermal burn hazards. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric heating blankets and pads and contact Bedsure for a full refund. Consumers must have possession of the unit and submit photos of the recalled unit following the instructions provided during registratio…

by Joe Lombardi

03/11/2023

Massapequa, NY

Business

350,000 Heating Blankets, Pads Recalled Due To Fire Hazard

350,000 Heating Blankets, Pads Recalled Due To Fire Hazard

350,000 Heating Blankets, Pads Recalled Due To Fire Hazard About 350,000 units of a brand of heating blankets and pads are being recalled due to a fire hazard, the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced. Bedshe International said it issued the recall for Bedsure Electric Heating Blankets and Pads Due because the controller can malfunction, posing fire and thermal burn hazards. Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled electric heating blankets and pads and contact Bedsure for a full refund. Consumers must have possession of the unit and submit photos of the recalled unit following the instructions provided during registratio…

by Joe Lombardi

03/09/2023

Massapequa, NY

Business

2 Million Air Fryers Recalled After Reports Of Fire, Burning, Melting, Overheating, Smoking

2 Million Air Fryers Recalled After Reports Of Fire, Burning, Melting, Overheating, Smoking

2 Million Air Fryers Recalled After Reports Of Fire, Burning, Melting, Overheating, Smoking More than two million air fryers sold at major retailers across the country and online are being recalled because they can become too hot to handle and pose potential hazards. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Cosori air fryers are being recalled by Anaheim-based Atekcity due to fire and burn hazards that have led to more than 200 complaints. According to officials, a wire connection in the air fryer can overheat, creating a possibly dangerous situation for consumers. To date, there have been 205 reported complaints of the air fryers catching fire, burning, …

02/24/2023

Towson, MD

Lifestyle

Air Fryer Recall: 200+ Reports Of Fires, Burning, Overheating, Smoking

Air Fryer Recall: 200+ Reports Of Fires, Burning, Overheating, Smoking

Air Fryer Recall: 200+ Reports Of Fires, Burning, Overheating, Smoking More than two million air fryers sold at major retailers across the country and online are being recalled because they can become too hot to handle and pose potential hazards. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Cosori air fryers are being recalled by Anaheim-based Atekcity due to fire and burn hazards that have led to more than 200 complaints. According to officials, a wire connection in the air fryer can overheat, creating a possibly dangerous situation for consumers. To date, there have been 205 reported complaints of the air fryers catching fire, burning, …

02/23/2023

Elkton, MD

Lifestyle

Recall Issued For 1.2 Million Candles Sold Exclusively At Walmart Due To Fire, Injury Hazard

Recall Issued For 1.2 Million Candles Sold Exclusively At Walmart Due To Fire, Injury Hazard

Recall Issued For 1.2 Million Candles Sold Exclusively At Walmart Due To Fire, Injury Hazard More than 1.2 million candles are being recalled due to the potential of fire, burn, and injury hazards due to wicks that can burn too close to the container, causing the glass to break, according to federal officials. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that approximately 1,210,000 Mainstays three-wick candles are being recalled by Soap Star Candle Prayer Candle due to the possible hazards. Recalled items are packaged in round 14-ounce glass jars that were sold with autumn and Halloween themes. Mainstays and the candle’s name are printed on the side of the candles, whic…

02/23/2023

Westminster, MD

Business

Recall Issued For 64,300 Vacuum Cleaners That Could Overheat, Catch On Fire

Recall Issued For 64,300 Vacuum Cleaners That Could Overheat, Catch On Fire

Recall Issued For 64,300 Vacuum Cleaners That Could Overheat, Catch On Fire A recall has been issued for more than 64,000 vacuum cleaners because they could overheat and catch on fire. Bissell announced it is recalling cordless multi-surface wet dry vacuum models 2551, 2551W, and 25519 because the circuit board inside the vacuum’s battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard. A total of 61,000 of the 64,300 vacuum cleaners being recalled were sold in the United States, and the rest in Canada. Contact Bissell toll-free at 855-417-7001 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, or online at www.bissell.com…

by Joe Lombardi

01/14/2023

New Haven, CT

Business

Recall Issued For 64,300 Vacuum Cleaners That Could Overheat, Catch On Fire

Recall Issued For 64,300 Vacuum Cleaners That Could Overheat, Catch On Fire

Recall Issued For 64,300 Vacuum Cleaners That Could Overheat, Catch On Fire A recall has been issued for more than 64,000 vacuum cleaners because they could overheat and catch on fire. Bissell announced it is recalling cordless multi-surface wet dry vacuum models 2551, 2551W, and 25519 because the circuit board inside the vacuum’s battery pack can overheat and smoke, posing a fire hazard. A total of 61,000 of the 64,300 vacuum cleaners being recalled were sold in the United States, and the rest in Canada. Contact Bissell toll-free at 855-417-7001 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, or online at www.bissell.com…

by Joe Lombardi

01/14/2023

Massapequa, NY

Business

Ford Recalling 634K SUVs For Faulty Fuel Line That Could Cause Fire

Ford Recalling 634K SUVs For Faulty Fuel Line That Could Cause Fire

Ford Recalling 634K SUVs For Faulty Fuel Line That Could Cause Fire Ford is recalling hundreds of thousands of SUVs that could potentially have a faulty fuel injector that could lead to fuel spills or potentially leak vapors onto hot engines, posing a fire hazard. The motor company announced a recall of nearly 650,000 Ford Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs that were produced between 2020 and 2023 with 1.5-liter, three-cylinder engines, according to officials. Of the 650,000 vehicles subject to the recall worldwide, approximately 520,000 were reportedly sold in the US. According to officials, Ford is not advising consumers to stop driving the vehicles, and the …

11/29/2022

Westminster, MD

Business

Ford Recalling 634K SUVs For Faulty Fuel Line That Could Cause Fire

Ford Recalling 634K SUVs For Faulty Fuel Line That Could Cause Fire

Ford Recalling 634K SUVs For Faulty Fuel Line That Could Cause Fire Ford is recalling hundreds of thousands of SUVs that could potentially have a faulty fuel injector that could lead to fuel spills or potentially leak vapors onto hot engines, posing a fire hazard. The motor company announced a recall of nearly 650,000 Ford Bronco Sport and Escape SUVs that were produced between 2020 and 2023 with 1.5-liter, three-cylinder engines, according to officials. Of the 650,000 vehicles subject to the recall worldwide, approximately 520,000 were reportedly sold in the US. According to officials, Ford is not advising consumers to stop driving the vehicles, and the …

11/28/2022

Armonk, NY

News

1.4 Million Electrical Panels Recalled Due To Fire Hazards

1.4 Million Electrical Panels Recalled Due To Fire Hazards

1.4 Million Electrical Panels Recalled Due To Fire Hazards A company has recalled more than 1 million electrical panels due to thermal burn and fire hazards. Schneider Electric announced the recall of about 1.4 million Square D QO Plug-on-Neutral Load Centers on Thursday, June 16, because the products' load centers can overheat. The recall includes equipment that was installed in homes, recreational vehicles, and commercial establishments, the announcement said. The company said it has received one report of an incident involving a loose wire but no reports of injuries. The recalled products were sold in stores across the United States…

by Nicole Valinote

06/26/2022

Chappaqua, NY

Business

Recall Issued For 400K Umbrellas Sold At Costco Due To Fire, Burn Hazards

Recall Issued For 400K Umbrellas Sold At Costco Due To Fire, Burn Hazards

Recall Issued For 400K Umbrellas Sold At Costco Due To Fire, Burn Hazards Hundreds of thousands of outdoor umbrellas sold nationwide at Costco locations are being recalled due to fire and burn hazards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued an alert for 10-foot SunVilla Corporation “Solar LED Market Umbrellas” that have lithium-ion batteries in the base that can overheat. Approximately 400,000 units sold in the US are subject to the recall, which was announced on Thursday, June. 23 by CPSC. The recalled products come in a variety of colors, featuring LED lights on the arms of the umbrella and a black solar panel battery puck at the top. To date, …

06/25/2022

Westminster, MD

News

Recall Issued For 400K Umbrellas Sold At Costco Due To Fire And Burn Hazards

Recall Issued For 400K Umbrellas Sold At Costco Due To Fire And Burn Hazards

Recall Issued For 400K Umbrellas Sold At Costco Due To Fire And Burn Hazards Hundreds of thousands of outdoor umbrellas sold nationwide at Costco locations are being recalled due to fire and burn hazards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) issued an alert for 10-foot SunVilla Corporation “Solar LED Market Umbrellas” that have lithium-ion batteries in the base that can overheat. Approximately 400,000 units sold in the US are subject to the recall, which was announced on Thursday, June. 23 by CPSC. The recalled products come in a variety of colors, featuring LED lights on the arms of the umbrella and a black solar panel battery puck at the top. To date, …

06/24/2022

Pound Ridge, NY

Business

Recall Issued For Hot Glue Guns Due To Fire, Burn Hazards

Recall Issued For Hot Glue Guns Due To Fire, Burn Hazards

Recall Issued For Hot Glue Guns Due To Fire, Burn Hazards More than a million glue guns sold nationwide at dollar stores are being recalled due to concerns of fire and burn hazards, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced. A total of approximately 1,025,000 Crafter’s Square Glue Guns sold at Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores sold between August 2020 and February 2022 are being voluntarily recalled after complaints were made by consumers. There have been a total of seven reports of electrical malfunctions when using the glue guns, including four reports of fire and one report of skin irritation. According to CPSC, the defectiv…

04/14/2022

Massapequa, NY

News

Honda Recalls Best-Selling Minivan Due To Fire Risk

Honda Recalls Best-Selling Minivan Due To Fire Risk

Honda Recalls Best-Selling Minivan Due To Fire Risk Nearly 250,000 of Honda’s best-selling Odyssey minivans are being recalled due to a wiring problem that could potentially cause a fire. This week, Honda announced the recall of 241,000 EX-L, Touring, and Elite minivans that were produced between 2018 and 2020. According to the company, the wiring harness running to a third-row power outlet may have been pinched and damaged during manufacturing. The faulty wiring can cause a potential short circuit, which may then ignite a plastic interior panel covering. There have been three reports of fires, though no injuries have been reported as a res…

02/12/2020

Massapequa, NY

News

Recall Issued For Hallmark Candles Due To Fire Concerns

Recall Issued For Hallmark Candles Due To Fire Concerns

Recall Issued For Hallmark Candles Due To Fire Concerns Just in time for the holidays, Hallmark announced it is recalling thousands of scented candles due to laceration and fire concerns. When balsam soy blend scented candles from Hallmark are lit, the glass jar could potentially break, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. In total, more than 4,000 candles have been recalled. Hallmark said that it has received six reports of jars breaking, resulting in fire damage to nearby items. No injuries have been reported, according to the CPSC. The glass jars subject to recall were sold between September and for approximately $28. CPSC s…

12/29/2019

Darien, CT

News

Recall Issued For 26K Cooktops Over Burn, Fire Hazards

Recall Issued For 26K Cooktops Over Burn, Fire Hazards

Recall Issued For 26K Cooktops Over Burn, Fire Hazards A series of Whirlpool, KitchenAid and JennAir brand glass cooktops have been recalled due to burn and fire hazard issues, according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Issued on Wednesday, Aug. 28, the recall alert states that certain models of glass cooktops with touch controls can turn on by themselves and pose burn and fire hazards. These cooktops were sold at Lowe’s, Home Depot, Best Buy and other home improvement and home appliance and other stores from March 2017 through Aug. 2019 and were priced between $1,150 and $2,500. Units were also sold online. The …

by Valerie Musson

08/31/2019