Federal safety regulators announced several major product recalls on July 30, including more than 1.5 million rechargeable hand warmers linked to one death, heated blankets associated with dozens of fires, portable projectors with overheating batteries, fireworks that can explode prematurely, and an expanded recall of children’s dive sticks that violate federal safety standards.
Recalled Products
The largest recall involves about 1.5 million OCOOPA rechargeable lithium-ion hand warmers sold between September 2018 and May 2026 through Amazon, Walmart, Ocoopa.com, and Ocoopa.net. The lithium-ion batteries can overheat and ignite, creating fire and burn hazards. Consumers should stop using the hand warmers immediately and contact OCOOPA Direct for a full refund.
About 178,000 OCTROT heated Sherpa blankets and throws sold exclusively through Amazon have also been recalled. The electrical cord can detach and ignite, posing fire, burn, and electric shock hazards. Consumers should stop using the blankets immediately and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for a refund.
BenQ America is recalling about 1,249 GV31 portable projectors sold in the United States because their lithium-ion batteries can overheat, creating fire and burn hazards. Consumers should immediately stop using the projectors and contact BenQ for either a free battery replacement or a replacement projector.
Jake’s Fireworks has recalled approximately 132,440 World Class Fireworks “Skull Strobe” rockets because they can explode before reaching their intended height. Consumers are advised to stop using the rockets immediately and return them to the retailer or the nearest Jake’s Fireworks location for a full refund.
Joyin has expanded its recall of Sloosh dive sticks to include approximately 404,000 units, including the 254,000 dive sticks previously recalled in June. The recall now covers models 40041, 40003, and 16154. The CPSC said the dive sticks violate the federal ban on dive sticks because they exceed compression limits and pose an impalement hazard.
Original reporting: The Dallas Express — read the source article.
