Consumer Product Safety Commission
Coverage of Consumer Product Safety Commission in the Nexus archive.
- Cuisinart recalls more than 12,000 gas grills over shattering glass hazard
Cuisinart is recalling over 12,000 Propel+ Four Burner 3-in-1 Gas Grills due to a shattering glass hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall, which covers units sold between 2024 and 2026.
- Recall alert: 554K Kobalt yard tools recalled for short-circuit, fire hazard
Kobalt is recalling 554,780 yard tools with USB-C batteries due to short-circuit and fire hazards. The affected products include trimmers, blowers, mowers, chainsaws, and pruning saws sold at Lowe’s between January 2026 and May 2026. Consumers are advised to avoid charging the batteries via USB-C and contact Greenworks Tools for a free replacement battery without a USB-C port.
- Doctors warn of a dangerous trend: Microwaving a popular squishy toy
Doctors warn against microwaving a popular squishy toy after reports indicated children and teenagers required emergency care when the toys burst open following heating. Roughly a half dozen cases were submitted to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
- Cuisinart grill brush recall
Conair is recalling over one million Cuisinart grill brushes due to an ingestion hazard. The recall was announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).
- An Oklahoma child lost most of their hand to a firework this week. Here’s how to keep your kids safe this July 4
A 12-year-old in Oklahoma lost most of their hand after a firework exploded while they were holding it. Statistics show nearly 2,000 children in the U.S. are treated for fireworks-related injuries annually, with sparklers and blast injuries being common causes. Safety recommendations include avoiding sparklers for young children, using water sources nearby, and opting for alternatives like glow sticks or movie nights.
- Don’t leave squishy toys in hot cars. Here’s why
Squishy toys, popularized by TikTok, pose safety risks when left in hot cars, leading to explosions and burns. Incidents in West Virginia and New Mexico involved children requiring medical treatment after toys exploded, prompting warnings and reports to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
- Don’t leave squishy toys in hot cars. Here’s why
Squishy toys, popularized by social media, have caused injuries when left in hot cars and exploded, leading to burns and emergency medical treatments. Reports to the Consumer Product Safety Commission and warnings from parents highlight the risks, with stores limiting purchases due to high demand.
- Don’t leave squishy toys in hot cars. Here’s why
Squishy toys, popularized by TikTok, can explode and cause burns when left in hot cars, leading to ER visits and warnings from families and safety agencies. The Consumer Product Safety Commission has received multiple injury reports from toys bursting in heat, with incidents reported in West Virginia and New Mexico.
- Thousands of air conditioners recalled due to fire, burn risks as heat wave continues
Thousands of Amana air conditioners are under recall due to fire and burn risks, with the heating element posing a hazard even when turned off. The recall occurs amid a dangerous heatwave affecting the Central and Eastern U.S., during which a woman in Mississippi died from heat exposure.
- Thousands of air conditioners recalled due to fire, burn risks as heat wave continues
Thousands of Amana air conditioners are under recall due to fire and burn risks caused by a faulty heating element. The recall, issued on June 25, affects units sold between April 2025 and December 2025, as a deadly heatwave persists across parts of the U.S.
- Thousands of air conditioners recalled due to fire, burn risks as heat wave continues
Thousands of Amana air conditioners are being recalled due to fire and burn risks caused by a faulty heating element. The recall, issued by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, affects units sold from April to December 2025. The recall coincides with a dangerous heatwave in the U.S., during which a woman died after being exposed to extreme heat.
- Recall alert: 13K air conditioners recalled
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled 13,514 Amana air conditioners due to a heating element defect that could cause fires or burns. The recalled units, primarily installed in hotels and commercial buildings, were sold between April 2025 and December 2025. Consumers are advised to stop using them and contact Daikin Comfort Technologies Manufacturing for a refund.
- Recall alert: 42K LED light fixtures recalled
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled 42,000 Metalux Optimized High Bay LED Light Fixtures due to overheating and fire hazards. The fixtures, sold by Cooper Lighting authorized distributors, can be repaired or replaced by contacting the company. Catalog numbers and date codes for the affected products are specified in the recall notice.
- Recall alert: 1.7M grill brushes recalled, metal bristles can come off
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled 1.719 million Cuisinart Grill Brushes due to metal bristles detaching and posing ingestion hazards. The recall includes multiple models sold at retailers like Burlington, TJ Maxx, Ross, and Amazon between 2009 and 2026, with reports of 54 incidents, including three cases requiring medical treatment.
- Recall alert: 100K fireworks recalled for burn, explosion hazards
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled over 100,000 fireworks, including Unity 7 Shot Aerial Cakes and 8-shot Roman candles, due to explosion and burn hazards. The products, sold by Pyro City and other retailers, were manufactured by Winco Fireworks International and pose injury risks if used.
- Supreme Court says Fed’s Cook can keep her job for now, but it upholds other Trump firings
The Supreme Court allowed Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook to remain in her position temporarily but upheld President Trump's authority to fire heads of independent federal agencies without cause. The decision expanded presidential power, overriding a 91-year-old precedent, and applied to cases like former Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Slaughter's dismissal.
- CPSC warns: Celebrate America 250 safely
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns about fireworks safety as the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary, citing 13,000 injuries in 2025, with sparklers causing 1,300 emergency room visits. Most injuries involved hands/fingers (35%) and head/face/ears (22%), while 38% were burns, and 15 fireworks-related deaths occurred due to misuse or malfunctions.
- Fans sold at TJ Maxx, Marshalls stores nationwide recalled over fire risk
Fans sold at TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores nationwide are being recalled due to a fire risk. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warned that the fan can overheat, posing a risk of serious injury or death from a fire hazard.
- Coffee makers sold at Walmart, Amazon recalled after burn injuries
The Consumer Product Safety Commission recalled 17,600 Kidisle-branded hot and iced coffee machines sold at Walmart and Amazon due to burn injuries reported from the products.
- Popular space heater sold at Costco for years recalled after causing house fires
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of over 255,000 Vornado tower heaters sold at Costco due to causing house fires. The recall involves a popular space heater model linked to safety hazards.
- Walmart-exclusive baby bottles recalled for choking hazard
Walmart-exclusive Boon NURSH 8 oz Reusable Baby Bottles are being recalled due to a choking hazard. The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall of 40,000 units over safety concerns.
- Walmart-exclusive baby bottles recalled for choking hazard
Walmart has recalled 40,000 Boon NURSH 8 oz Reusable Baby Bottles due to a choking hazard. The recall was announced by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, citing potential safety risks associated with the product.
- Chairs sold on Amazon recalled after person's finger amputated while adjusting it
A popular Giantex outdoor lounge chair sold on Amazon is being recalled due to a risk of finger amputation when adjusting the chair. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reported one amputation case, with customers advised to destroy the chairs. Approximately 1,155 units of model NP10025NY were recalled.
- Heated socks sold at Costco recalled after wearers report second-degree burns
Costco recalled 207,800 pairs of 32 Degrees-branded heated socks linked to 14 heat-related incidents, 13 of which caused second-degree burns. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) confirmed the recall due to safety concerns.