Recalls in 2022
By month
Most recalled brands
By product type
- Vehicles67
- Electrical51
- Toys & kids41
- Drugs & medical38
- Other14
- Sports & outdoor10
Battery recalls in 2022
- 2022-12-29
USVolkswagen Group of America, Inc.: 12-Volt Battery Cable May Short Circuit
A short circuit may cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. A short circuit also increases the risk of a vehicle fire.
- 2022-12-28
- US
GE Medical Systems, LLC recalls Vivid S6 ultrasound. Used in ultrasound imaging and analysis in Fetal/Obstetrics; Abdominal/GYN; Pediatric; Small Organ (breast, testes,…
Potential for batteries that have not been replaced at 2 years, as recommended in the Service Manual, they can fail or possibly emit smoke, or catch fire.
FDA · DeviceGE Medical Systems, LLCWorldwide - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of AK, AL, AR,…Official notice → - 2022-12-23
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EUPassenger car (Polestar) · Polestar 1
High voltage battery cells can overheat when the battery is fully charged. This can lead to a thermal event inside the battery, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the…
FREUPassenger car (Opel) · Grandland X
Due to cell voltage deviation, a thermal event can occur inside the high-voltage battery, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor…
- 2022-12-22
- US
BLU3 Recalls Nomad Battery-Powered Tankless Diving Systems Due to Drowning Hazard for Divers
The compressor head of the tankless diving system can fracture while in use resulting in restricted air flow, posing a drowning hazard for divers.
CPSCBLU3, of Pompano Beach, FloridaAbout 1,300 (In addition, about 20 were sold in Canada)Official notice → 
CANomad Battery-Powered Tankless Diving Systems recalled due to drowning hazard
Drowning hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice →- 2022-12-21
- US
ARROW INTERNATIONAL Inc. recalls Arrow AutoCAT2 Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump, AEROAUTOCAT2 WAVE REFURBISHED, REF IAP-0535X (IPN000329), cardiac pump
There is a potential issue with short battery run-times on the affected intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) devices.
- 2022-12-20
- US
BMW of North America, LLC: High Voltage Battery ECU May Interrupt Power
An interruption of electrical power may result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 2022-12-16
- US
Lightning eMotors Inc.: High Voltage Battery Packs May Fail
A sudden loss of traction power while driving increases the risk of a crash.
- 2022-12-15
- US
E-Bikes Recalled Due to Fire and Burn Hazards; Distributed by Gyroor (Recall Alert)
The e-bike's battery pack can ignite, posing fire and burn hazards.
- 2022-12-14
- US
Polestar Automotive USA, Inc.: High-Voltage Battery May Overheat
The high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire.
- US
Getinge Usa Sales Inc recalls Flow-c Anesthesia System (Product Code 6887700) Flow-e Anesthesia System (Product Code 6887900)
The power backup battery, under certain conditions, may exhibit reduced battery run-time while in use, and there is a potential that the battery may fail to provide the expected run time in the event of a mains power…
FDA · DeviceGetinge Usa Sales IncUS Nationwide distribution in the states of CO, FL, IN, MA, MO, and VA.Official notice → - CA
- 2022-12-13
- US
Easymile Inc.: Battery May Catch Fire While Charging
A defective battery increases the risk of fire.
- 2022-12-12
NZCleanskin Duo Battery Charger
The plug pins in the charger are uninsulated and the plug therefore does not comply with NZ electrical safety standards. Risk of electric shock that can cause serious injury or death.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →- 2022-12-11
- US
Braun Industries, Inc.: Missing Ventilation Hole in Battery Compartment
A lack of ventilation may cause the battery to over charge and emit battery vapor, increasing the risk of an injury and/or fire.
- 2022-12-09
DEEUMobile phone for explosive atmospheres (Phonemax)
The device fails to meet the design requirements for "Intrinsic safety", prescribed for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. The power output is excessive and the battery is not sufficiently protected. This…
- 2022-12-08
- US
Cordless Window Shades Battery Packs Recalled Due to Fire Hazard; Manufactured by Ningbo Dooya Mechanic & Electronic Technology Co.
The battery packs can overheat, posing a fire hazard.
CPSCDooya Mechanic & Electronic Tech Co., of Ningbo, ChinaAbout 56,000 (In addition, about 1,450 were sold in Canada)Official notice → - CA
Dooya External Battery for Cordless Window Blinds recalled due to fire hazard
Fire hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2022-12-07
- US
Mobius Imaging, LLC recalls MobiCT-32 AIRO Mobile CT Scanner, Cat. No. MobiCT-32, mobile computed tomography (CT) system, software version 2.1.1
Stryker received a report of a battery fire involving an Airo TruCT unit previously subjected to bypass charging. The firm is notifying customers with units whose battery monitoring systems were bypassed to charge the…
FDA · DeviceMobius Imaging, LLCDomestic distribution to consignees in Colorado, Tennessee, and Utah.Official notice → - 2022-12-02
HUEUElectric scooter (ZNEN / Modena) · ZNEN e-Cruise
Due to poor battery cell quality, some cell groups go into a deep discharge state (very low or zero volts) during a period of storage or use. This automatic discharge can cause asymmetric cell voltages, increasing the…
AUUnder Armour UA HOVR™ and FLOW Running Shoes
Consumers may be unaware that the right shoe contains a button battery that is sealed within a pod and embedded in the shoe. If young children gain access to button batteries and ingest them, they are likely to suffer…
- 2022-12-01
- US
eWheels Recalls Gotway and Begode Unicycles Due to Fire Hazard
The unicycle's lithium-ion batteries can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
- 2022-11-30
- US
Proterra Operating Company, Inc.: Liquid in Battery Packs May Cause Fire
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure increases the risk of a fire.
- 2022-11-25
CZEUBattery operated toy (Kids World) · Mluvící papoušek
The solder joint contains excessive concentrations of lead and cadmium (measured values: up to 44.5% and 0.0225% by weight, respectively). Lead and cadmium pose a risk to the environment. The product does not comply…
- HUEU
Spiky ball (MEDITO)
The battery compartment is easily opened/broken, leaving the button batteries accessible. A child may put them in the mouth and ingest them, which may lead to choking if they enter the airways. The button cell…
LUEUHedge trimmer (Wolike)
The battery housing and the battery contact holder are not sufficiently resistant to ignition and can overheat. This can cause the user to suffer burns and can cause a fire. The product does not comply with the…
- LUEU
Hedge trimmer (East)
The battery housing and battery contact holder are not sufficiently resistant to ignition and can overheat. The user can therefore get burns and the product can cause a fire. The product does not comply with the…
- 2022-11-23
- US
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Unexpected Shutdown of Battery Management System
An unexpected shut down can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Daimler Trucks North America, LLC: Unexpected Shutdown of Battery Management System
An unexpected shut down can result in a sudden loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
- US
Insulet Corporation recalls 18239: ASM Omnipod Dash PDM, insulin delivery system. PT-000010: Assembly, Dash Final PDM U100, mg/dL PT-000011: Assembly, Dash Final PDM…
The firm has become aware of PDM battery issues, including battery swelling, fluid leaking from the battery, and extreme overheating, which may pose a fire hazard. The firm has received a complaint alleging fire as a…
FDA · DeviceInsulet CorporationWorldwide Distribution: US nationwide, Canada, Europe, Australia, and the…Official notice → - 2022-11-22
UKPink Sky The Glow Up '12ft Flexible LED Strip Lights' sold via TK Maxx
Risk of internal injuries due to easy access to button batteries
- 2022-11-18
- HUEU
Plastic doll
The battery compartment is easily opened/broken, leaving the button batteries accessible. A child could put them in the mouth, which could cause choking or damage to the child’s gastrointestinal tract. The product does…
EU Safety Gate · reported by HungaryOfficial notice → 
PTEUPassenger car (Volvo) · S60, V60, XC60, S90, V90, XC90, S90L.
The combustion engine may not start, leaving only the high voltage battery to drive on. This can drain the battery and lead to a loss of propulsion when driving, increasing the risk of an accident. The product does not…
- CA
HyperJuice 130W USB-C Battery Pack recalled due to Fire Hazard
Fire hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2022-11-16
- US
Ferno-Washington Inc recalls FERNO POWER X1 AMBULANCE COT- Item #0015807/UDI-DI 00190790002183 with 36V Li-Ion Batteries Model Number #0822484/0822483 Note: Transcend…
Batteries could become unstable when not properly maintained and/or subjected to repeated drops, power washing directly into battery contacts or abuse, may result in a fire and/or injury
FDA · DeviceFerno-Washington IncNationwide Foreign: BRAZIL BRUNEI CHILE CHINA PERU POLAND PUERTO RICO…Official notice → - US
SEDECAL SA recalls Sedecal Soltus Battery Mobile X-Ray System REF Soltus 450 Battery Mobile X-Ray System REF Soltus 500
Due to un-commanded movement of mobile x-ray unit.
FDA · DeviceSEDECAL SAU.S.: KY, WI, FL, DE, WV, CA, MO, NY, NC, AL, AR, MS, GA, IL, IA, TN, KS, KY,…Official notice → - 2022-11-11
IEEULED strip lights (The Glow Up) · Pink Sky The Glow Up “12ft Flexible LED Strip Lights”
The product is supplied with a remote control with a button cell battery compartment that can easily be opened, allowing easy access to the batteries. A child may put them in the mouth and ingest them, which may lead…
- AU
Omnipod DASH Personal Diabetes Manager (PDM)
If the battery overheats, this could result in a fire which can cause serious injury or death. Additionally If the PDM becomes inoperable there may be a delay in therapy. If insulin delivery is suspended, this may lead…
- 2022-11-10
- CA