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CPSC Announces 14 Product Recalls Over Injury, Fire and Choking Risks

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced 14 product recalls on Sept. 17 involving toys, heated blankets, mattresses, saunas, appliances and other consumer products. Injuries were reported in connection with the Jerify magnetic toy sets and Tylö saunas, according to the recall notices.

Jerify Magnetic Stick Figure Toy Sets

Colerinsec recalled about 38,507 Jerify Magnetic Stick Figure Toy Sets because the toys can release high-powered magnets. Swallowed magnets can become lodged in the digestive system and cause intestinal injuries, blood poisoning or death.

Consumers should take the toys away from children, stop using them and contact Colerinsec at coushdwugintwer@163.com for a full refund. Consumers will be required to dispose of the toys and provide a photograph.

JKMAX Heated Blankets and Heating Pads

JKMAX recalled about 195,000 heated blankets and heating pads because their internal heating elements can overheat, creating fire and burn hazards.

Consumers should stop using the products and contact JKMAX for a full refund at jkmaxrecall.com, JkmaxRecall@outlook.com or 800-917-5732.

Melissa & Doug Fire Truck Activity Boards

Melissa & Doug recalled about 84,000 Fire Truck Activity Board toys sold exclusively at Target. The fire hose port can detach and pose a choking hazard.

Consumers should stop using the toy and register at melissaanddoug.com/recall for a replacement, a $30 refund by check or a $40 Melissa & Doug store credit. The company can also be reached at 800-718-5365.

SHEIN Montessori Teething Toys

SHEIN Distribution Corporation recalled about 644 Pull and Chew Montessori Teething Toys because the silicone strings are smaller and longer than permitted under federal toy safety requirements. The strings can reach the back of a child’s throat and become lodged, creating a choking risk.

Consumers should stop using the toys, take them away from children and contact SHEIN at productrecall@shein.com for a refund. Consumers will be required to cut the silicone strings and provide a photograph of the destroyed toy.

Basecamp Bicycle Helmets

Tongyang Cycling recalled 215 Basecamp bicycle helmets because they do not meet federal impact attenuation, positional stability and certification requirements. The helmets may fail to protect users during a crash.

The helmets also contain button cell batteries without required warning labels. Swallowed batteries can cause internal chemical burns or death.

Consumers should stop using the helmets and contact Tongyang Cycling at tongyangshangwuus@hotmail.com for a full refund. Consumers will be required to cut the helmet straps and provide a photograph before disposing of the helmet.

Tylö Halmstad and Kiruna Hybrid Saunas

Sauna360 expanded its recall of about 6,000 Tylö Halmstad and Kiruna Hybrid Saunas because a bench can collapse and cause users to fall. The company said the repair offered under an October 2025 recall was ineffective.

Consumers should stop using the saunas, including those that previously received a repair, and contact Sauna360 for another free repair. A professional installer will add hardware and supports to the benches. Consumers can contact the company at recall@sauna360.com or 866-936-5962.

Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys

Toyworld168 recalled about 276 Rainbow Mystery Squishy Bun Toys because the water beads inside can expand beyond the size permitted under federal toy safety standards. Swallowed water beads can cause choking, intestinal blockage, vomiting, dehydration or death.

Consumers should stop using the toys and contact toyworld16850@gmail.com for a full refund. Consumers will be required to mark and dispose of the toy and provide a photograph.

BedsPick Mattresses

Regfear recalled about 818 BedsPick mattresses because they do not meet federal mattress flammability requirements, creating a fire hazard.

Consumers should stop using the mattresses and contact BedsPickRecall@outlook.com or 800-614-1901 for a full refund. Consumers will be required to mark the mattress as recalled, destroy it and submit a photograph before disposal.

Esjay Toddler Busy Boards

Esjay US recalled about 276,000 Toddler Busy Board Montessori Toys because the red knobs can detach and pose a choking hazard to children younger than 3.

Consumers should take the toys away from children and contact Esjay US for a replacement page. Instructions are available at esjay.store/recall, esjay-service@outlook.com or 888-206-9309.

LANCHEZ Pressure Washers

LANCHEZ recalled 329 pressure washers because they lack an integrated ground-fault circuit interrupter and an adequate-length power cord. The defects create shock and electrocution hazards.

Consumers should stop using the pressure washers and contact service@lanchezpumps.com for a full refund. Consumers will be required to cut the power cord and provide a photograph of the destroyed product.

Sauna360 Infrared Saunas and Kits

Sauna360 recalled about 41,580 infrared saunas, hybrid infrared saunas and infrared kits sold in the United States. An additional 6,758 were sold in Canada.

The infrared panels can short circuit and overheat, creating fire and burn hazards. Consumers should stop using the products and contact Sauna360 at recall@sauna360.com or 866-936-5962 to schedule a free in-home repair.

Friedrich KÜHL Window Air Conditioners

Friedrich Air Conditioning recalled about 2,000 KÜHL window air conditioners because a control board inside the motor can fail and create fire and burn hazards.

Consumers should stop using the units and visit friedrich.com/product-recall or call 800-541-6645 to determine whether their serial number is included. Affected consumers may receive a refund or replacement.

Char-Broil Bistro Pro Electric Grills

Char-Broil recalled about 10,605 Bistro Pro Electric Grills in the United States and 342 in Canada. The grounding wire for the heating element can disconnect, creating an electric shock hazard.

Consumers should stop using the grills and register at charbroil.com/BistroProFix for a free repair kit. The company can also be reached at recall@charbroil.com or 866-671-7988.

Hayward Universal Pool Heaters

Hayward Industries recalled about 4,600 Universal Pool Heaters because they can produce high levels of carbon monoxide during operation, creating a risk of serious injury or death.

Consumers should stop using the heaters and contact Hayward Industries at hayward.com/productrecall, HeaterInquiry@Hayward.com or 855-500-5288 to schedule a free inspection and repair.

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