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Product recall · CPSCApril 4, 2019Serious
Vivitar Hot/Cold Massage Balls
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The massage balls can leak or rupture during or after microwaving, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
Photos help. Identifiers decide. Appearance can vary by color, finish or packaging. Confirm the model number, date code or other identifier in the official notice.
Recall image provided by CPSC
What to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled massage balls and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Who to contact: Target at 800-440-0680 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www.target.com and click on “Recalls” at the bottom of the page, then on “Sports/Fitness/Outdoors” for more information or the “Product Recalls” tab on Target's Facebook page.
The product
This recall involves Vivitar Hot/Cold Massage Balls. The massage balls are teal, light pink or lavender and come in a package of two balls - one smooth ball and one with raised bumps. The name "Vivitar," model number, date code, and UPC can be found on the bottom of the product packaging. The date code can also be found on the smooth ball. Model Number Date Code UPC F19-MB-TL MID# 1940918 681066474037 F19-MB-LP MID# 1940918 681066305645 F19-MB-LV MID# 1940918 681066182475
Details
- Units affected
- About 60,000
- Recall date
- April 4, 2019
- Brand
- Sakar International dba Vivitar, of Edison, N.J.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received 84 reports of massage balls bursting during microwaving, including 17 reports of burns to various parts of the body.
Target stores nationwide from December 2018 through February 2019 for about $5.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Vivitar Recalls Hot/Cold Massage Balls Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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