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Multiple Consumer Product Recalls Announced for Fire, Burn, Choking and Battery Hazards

Several product recalls were announced on November 13, 2025, involving batteries, children’s products and bicycles. The recalls cite risks including fire, burns, choking and battery ingestion.


Tesla Powerwall 2 AC Battery Power Systems

Tesla has recalled about 10,500 Powerwall 2 AC battery power systems.

  • Hazard: Lithium-ion battery cells in certain Powerwall 2 systems can cause the unit to stop functioning during normal use, which can result in overheating and, in some cases, smoke or flame. The issue poses fire and burn hazards and can cause serious injury or death.
  • Remedy: Consumers should ensure their Powerwall 2 system is online and check the Tesla app to see if their unit is included in the recall. Tesla has remotely discharged affected online units to prevent overheating until a replacement is installed.
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Zigjoy Sleep Sacks with Feet

Zigjoy-US has recalled about 700 Zigjoy sleep sacks with feet sold online.


Belkin Portable Power Banks and Wireless Charging Stands

Belkin has recalled about 83,500 portable power banks and wireless charging stands in the United States, plus about 2,385 units sold in Canada.

  • Hazard: The lithium-ion battery in the recalled products can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
  • Remedy: Consumers should stop using the products immediately and contact Belkin for a refund or store credit. Consumers must submit photos of the front and back of the product with their recall form. Refunds will be for the purchase price if a receipt is provided; otherwise, consumers will receive the average sales price for the model. Consumers may alternatively choose a Belkin store credit worth 20% more than the average sales price.
  • Disposal Notice: The recalled lithium-ion batteries or devices should not be thrown in the trash, general recycling, or standard battery recycling boxes. Consumers should contact their municipal household hazardous waste collection center or local municipality for disposal instructions.
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Great Lakes Wholesale International Battery Packs

Great Lakes Wholesale International has recalled about 32,600 Great Lakes Select battery packs.

  • Hazard: The button cell and lithium coin batteries are not in child-resistant packaging and lack warning labels required under Reese’s Law. Ingestion of button cell or coin batteries can cause serious injuries, including internal chemical burns and death.
  • Remedy: Consumers should stop using the battery packs, place them where children cannot access them, and contact Great Lakes Wholesale International for a full refund.
  • Disposal Notice: Button cell and coin batteries should be disposed of or recycled according to local hazardous waste procedures.
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Trek Bicycles with Coaster Brakes and Replacement Rear Wheels

Trek has recalled about 68,000 bicycles with coaster brakes and related replacement rear wheels in the United States, plus about 6,820 units sold in Canada.


Zippee Silicone Activity Toys

Mobi Games has recalled about 117,500 Zippee silicone activity toys in the United States, plus about 25,786 units sold in Canada.

  • Hazard: The silicone activity toys contain spherical ends that can reach the back of the throat, posing a serious choking hazard to children.
  • Remedy: Consumers should stop using the toys immediately, remove them from children, and contact Mobi Games for a full refund. Consumers must register their product online, confirm that they have an affected version with spherical ends, and provide a photo of the destroyed toy. Consumers are instructed to destroy the toy by cutting off the spherical ends and writing their initials and the date on the teal cylinder.
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Bettina Doll Sets

Bettina doll sets sold on Amazon by Shantou Chenghai Xingzigu Toy Industry have been recalled, affecting about 380 units.

  • Hazard: The doll sets violate the mandatory toy standard because the unicorn’s battery compartment contains button cell batteries that can be easily accessed by children. Ingestion of button cell or coin batteries can cause serious injuries, internal chemical burns and death.
  • Remedy: Consumers should take the doll sets away from children, stop using the toys, remove and properly dispose of the batteries, and throw the unicorn away. A photo of the disposed product must be sent to the company to receive a full refund.
  • Disposal Notice: Button cell and coin batteries should be disposed of or recycled according to local hazardous waste procedures.
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