Recalls in 2026
So far
By month
Home & garden recalls in New Zealand in 2026
- 2026-09-11
NZ2L Hot Water Bottles- sold at Bargain Chemist
The bottle may leak, split or rupture when filled with hot water. Escaping hot water can cause serious burns or scalding. Bargain Chemist was advised by the Commerce Commission that a consumer had suffered burns when…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →- 2026-05-13
- NZ
Robert Gordon Dog & Cat mugs
Some mugs in batch number 12/25 from the shipment received by Robert Gordon Australia from its overseas manufacturer on 19 March 2026 appear to have a manufacturing defect that, if present, leads to the base of the mug…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2026-04-20
- NZ
Wooden Hanging Parasol Umbrella - Sold at Mitre 10 and Mitre 10 MEGA
The umbrella has identified weak points in the wooden frame where water can pool, potentially leading to internal wood rot in load-bearing areas. This deterioration may not be easily visible and creates a risk of…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2026-02-16
- NZ
Potentially Asbestos Impacted Pyropanel-brand fire-rated doors manufactured by Firemex
Firemex have advised that the fire-rated door core used in some fire doors may be contaminated with asbestos fibres. In January 2026 WorkSafe confirmed that if the fire doors remain intact, they pose negligible to no…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → - 2026-01-27
- NZ
BC Hot Water Bottles sold at Bargain Chemist
These hot water bottles do not comply with the mandatory safety standard BS1970:2012. They are missing safety markings, warnings, and instructions. Risk of serious burns or scalds if used incorrectly.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →