Posts in Product Defects

October 3, 2025 Black Diamond Recalls Allegedly Defective Avalanche Transceivers Over Signal Failure Risk: Fatality and Injury Reported

SALT LAKE CITY — Black Diamond is recalling specific PIEPS DSP avalanche transceivers after reports that the devices can unexpectedly switch modes, disrupting emergency communication during an avalanche. The recall covers PIEPS DSP Pro, DSP Pro Ice, and DSP Sport models. These transceivers can shift out of transmit mode if not properly locked or secured…

October 2, 2025 Magnussen Home Recalls Allegedly Defective Nova Series Chests for Tip-Over Risk

HIGH POINT, N.C. – Magnussen Home has announced a recall of its Nova Series 5-Drawer Chests after determining the furniture can pose tip-over and entrapment hazards to children if not secured to a wall. The recalled units include Model B1428-10 chests, which are 54 inches tall, 40 inches wide, and 18 inches deep, finished in…

September 18, 2025 Joybuy Marketplace Express Recalls Defective Infant Sling Carriers Due to Risk of Fall or Suffocation

WASHINGTON — Several infant sling carriers sold online through Walmart.com are being recalled after federal regulators found the products violate mandatory safety standards, posing risks of suffocation and falls to infants. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the recalled carriers fail to meet structural integrity and occupant retention requirements. The waist restraint can…

September 18, 2025 Medline Recalls 1.5 Million Defective Adult Bed Rails After Reports of Entrapment Deaths

WASHINGTON — Medline Industries has recalled about 1.5 million adult portable bed rails following reports of two deaths linked to the product. The recall involves Medline’s Bed Assist Bar models MDS6800BA and MDS6800BAH. Officials said the rails can create dangerous gaps when attached to a bed, posing a risk that users may become trapped between…

September 18, 2025 TOPINCN Recalls Defective Pool Drain Covers Due to Entrapment Hazard

WASHINGTON — TOPINCN pool drain covers have been recalled after federal officials determined the products fail to meet entrapment protection standards. The Consumer Product Safety Commission said the recalled drain covers pose an entrapment hazard to swimmers and bathers. The recall includes TOPINCN 1.5-inch and 3-inch round pool drain covers sold exclusively on Amazon.com by…

September 18, 2025 Buffalo Games Recalls Defective Water Beads Activity Kits After Infant Death and Injuries Reported

WASHINGTON – Buffalo Games, in cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, has recalled about 52,000 Chuckle & Roar Ultimate Water Beads Activity Kits sold exclusively at Target stores and online. The recall was issued after reports that children who swallowed the beads suffered severe injuries. The beads expand inside the body, creating choking…

September 18, 2025 Petzl Recalls Allegedly Defective Swan Easyfit Steel and Stainless Harnesses Due to Risk of Fatal Fall Injury

SALT LAKE CITY – Petzl has announced a recall of several harness models after discovering a defect in certain batches of its Fast LT buckle that could fail during use and lead to serious or fatal falls. The recall covers specific production runs of Swan Easyfit Steel (C062AA00, C062AA01) and Swan Easyfit Stainless (C062BA00, C062BA01)…

September 17, 2025 Best Buy Recalls Allegedly Defective Insignia Pressure Cookers Due to Burn-Injury Risk

MINNEAPOLIS – Best Buy has announced a recall of Insignia multi-function pressure cookers and replacement inner pots after discovering a defect that poses a burn hazard. According to the recall, the inner pots contain incorrect volume markings, which can lead consumers to overfill the appliance. Overfilled units may eject hot food or liquid when the…

September 17, 2025 ZLINE Recalls Allegedly Defective Gas Ranges Over Carbon Monoxide Hazard Risk

RENO, Nev. – ZLINE has issued a recall of certain 30-inch, 36-inch, and 48-inch gas ranges after reports that the oven compartment can release unsafe levels of carbon monoxide during operation, creating a serious risk of injury or death. The recall affects ZLINE gas ranges with model numbers RG30, RGS-30, RGB-30, RG36, RGS-36, RGB-36, RG48,…

September 4, 2025 Retrospec Recalls Defective Children’s Bike Helmets Due to Risk of Head Injury

WASHINGTON — Retrospec is recalling certain children’s bicycle helmets after federal safety regulators determined they do not meet mandatory standards and may not provide adequate head protection in a crash. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the affected Scout model helmets fail to comply with requirements for coverage, stability, and labeling under the…