Indiana Attorney General Todd Rokita is calling on every Hoosier to look inside their homes for products that the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recalled in October. Over 50 items ranging from children’s toys to outdoor equipment have been pulled nationwide because they pose fire, burn, choking, suffocation, fall or entrapment risks.
What’s on the recall list?
The recalled items fall into several everyday categories:
- Children’s toys: many contain button batteries or powerful magnets that can cause serious injury or death if swallowed, while others present choking or intestinal blockage hazards.
- Furniture and nursery products: several pieces have been recalled for similar choking and injury risks.
- Household appliances: space heaters that can overheat and ignite, gas boilers that present fire and carbon‑monoxide dangers, microwave grills that may catch fire, and French‑press coffee makers with glass carafes that can break during use.
- Outdoor equipment: gas patio heaters, camping showers, electric cargo bikes and more than 4.4 million Expert Grill brushes. The grill brushes can shed metal bristles that may stick to food and cause serious internal injuries if swallowed.
What should consumers do?
Rokita advises anyone who owns a recalled product to stop using it immediately. Consumers should locate the specific recall notice—usually available on the CPSC’s recall website—for instructions on how to obtain a refund, replacement, repair or safe disposal. The agency often works with manufacturers to provide free solutions.
Why this matters for Indiana families
Many of the recalled items are found in homes where children play, sleep or eat. By acting quickly, families can prevent potentially life‑threatening accidents. The Attorney General’s reminder aligns with Indiana’s long‑standing commitment to protecting families and upholding personal liberty through honest information.
Where to find more information
The full list of recalls, along with step‑by‑step guidance, is posted on the CPSC recall website. Indiana residents are encouraged to search the site using product names or model numbers to verify whether an item in their home is affected.
By staying informed and taking swift action, Hoosiers can keep their households safe and avoid unnecessary injuries or property damage.
Original reporting: WOWO News/Talk (Fort Wayne) — read the source article.