Recalls in 2022
By month
By product type
- Electrical125
- Vehicles95
- Other44
- Home & garden14
- Sports & outdoor13
- Tools & DIY8
Fire hazard recalls in 2022
- 2022-12-24
NZMacPherson and Paramount electric recliners and sofas with cupholders in the armrests
During use, the electrical components in the cupholder may overheat. Risk of fire and serious injury or death.
Product Safety NZOfficial notice →- 2022-12-23
- NZ
Coin Save Wanganui - JAK and various branded children’s pyjamas
The pyjamas (nightwear) do not meet the fire hazard labelling requirements of the mandatory Product Safety Standards (Children’s Nightwear and Limited Daywear Having Reduced Fire Hazard) Regulation 2016. Parents and…
Product Safety NZOfficial notice → 
BG
EUNovelty lighter
The lighter has an unusual appearance, which makes it attractive for children. Therefore, it is possible for children to play with the product, ignite the flame and suffer burns due to the flame or cause a fire. The…
EU Safety Gate · reported by BulgariaOfficial notice →
PTEUPassenger car (Lexus) · Various models of GS, IS and RC
Due to the improper design of the flange attaching the vent tube to the fuel tank, a stress-related crack could develop on the outer surface of the flange and expand over time. increasing the risk of fire. The product…
BEEUPassenger 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…
DKEUFireworks (LCH Fireworks A/S) · Den Kinesiske Mur
The sound pressure level is too high (above 120 dB). Consequently, it can cause damage to hearing. Moreover, the fireworks emit flames for more than 120 seconds after operation, which can increase the risk of fire. The…
AUSierra Fuel Water Separators/Fuel Filters for Marine Engines
This poses a fire hazard, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
- 2022-12-22
USSamsung Recalls Top-Load Washing Machines Due to Fire Hazard; Software Repair Available
The washing machines can short-circuit and overheat, posing a fire hazard.
- US
Pacific Cycle Recalls Pacific Kids' Igniter and Pacific Bubble Pop 20-Inch Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target
The bicycle's handlebar can become loose during use, posing a fall hazard.
- 2022-12-21
- US
Leica Microsystems, Inc. recalls Leica MICROSYSTEMS M530 OHX, Part Number 10448737, surgical microscope system
There is a potential issue resulting in the Power Supply potentially becoming overheated due to internal components overstressing. Consequently, due to the overstressing of the internal components, one specific…
- 2022-12-16
LTEUExtension cord (ORRO) · TEBUNIE SVIESU
The cable is not sufficiently resistant to folding. The user could receive an electric shock from accessible (live) parts. Moreover, the product could overheat and the user may suffer burns. The product does not comply…
HUEUCord extension set (Da Cheng) · +SOCKET/ADAPTOR- / Colorful Series
The pins of the plug are not correctly insulated. Therefore, the user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock.The cable inside the mains power cord is too thin. It could overheat during…
DEEUPortable camping stove (Optimus)
An internal part of the gas regulator may have a rough edge, which could create a hole in the seal or membrane. Gas could leak from the back of the gas regulator and pose a fire risk if ignited. The product does not…
- HUEU
Cord extension set (Da Cheng) · +SOCKET/ADAPTOR- / Colorful Series
The user could touch accessible live parts, which may cause an electric shock.The cable inside the mains power cord is too thin. It could overheat during normal use, which could cause burns to the user or even lead to…
- 2022-12-15
- US
ESS Universal USA Recalls Mattresses Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standard for Mattresses; Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
The mattresses fail to meet the mandatory federal flammability standard for mattresses, posing a fire hazard.
- 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.
- AU
Sportsman 1000 S and Scrambler 1000 S All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) MY2020-2023
This poses a fire hazard, increasing the risk of serious injury or death.
- 2022-12-13
- US
Easymile Inc.: Battery May Catch Fire While Charging
A defective battery increases the risk of fire.
- 2022-12-12
CA- 2022-12-09
- US
Braun Industries, Inc.: Condenser Fan Malfunction in HVAC System
HVAC system failure from overheating can increase the risk of a fire.
- 2022-12-08
- US
Ortal Recalls Gas Fireplaces Due to Fire Hazard
Improper installation of the fireplaces can lead to problems with heat release and/or ventilation, posing a fire hazard.
- US
3M Recalls Scotch™ Thermal Laminators Due to Fire Hazard
A safety feature can malfunction if the laminator overheats, posing a fire hazard.
- 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
- CA
Scotch™ Thermal Laminator TL1302 recalled due to potential fire hazard
Consumer products
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - CA
Dooya External Battery for Cordless Window Blinds recalled due to fire hazard
Fire hazard
Health CanadaOfficial notice → - 2022-12-02
- HUEU
Hair dryer (CiaoBosi) · ASCIUGACAPELLI
The hair dryer does not have a thermal cut-out device and the plastic material of the casing is combustible. The product can overheat and catch fire during use, causing burns to the user, and/or make live parts…
ATEUMotorcycle (KTM) · 1290 Super Duke R
Short circuits in the wiring harness may occur, increasing the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of two- or three wheel vehicles and quadricycles.
- PTEU
Passenger van / Light commercial vehicle (Toyota) · Proace/Proace Verso
The fuel tube may become damaged over time and leak, increasing the risk of fire. Moreover, leaking fuel may impair the vehicle's controllability and poses a risk for other road users. The product does not comply with…
- HUEU
Extension lead (TRIXLINE) · Hosszabbító kábel
The cable inside the mains power cord is too thin and could overheat during normal use. This could cause burns to the user and may increase the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low…
- HUEU
Extension lead (TRIXLINE) · Hosszabbító kábel
The cable inside the mains power cord is too thin and could overheat during normal use. This could cause burns to the user and may increase the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low…
- HUEU
Extension lead (TRIXLINE) · Hosszabbító kábel
The cable inside the mains power cord is too thin and could overheat during normal use This could cause burns to the user and, may increase the risk of fire. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Low…
- 2022-12-01
- US
Polaris Recalls RZR Recreational Off-Road Vehicles Due to Fire Hazard (Recall Alert)
A fuel leak can occur at the fuel pump assembly joint on the fuel tank in close proximity to a hot surface, posing a fire hazard.
- US
JBR Solutions Recalls Aduro Surge Protectors Due to Shock and Fire Hazards
The surge protectors contain incorrect polarization and poorly soldered connections, posing shock and fire hazards.
- US
eWheels Recalls Gotway and Begode Unicycles Due to Fire Hazard
The unicycle's lithium-ion batteries can ignite, posing a fire hazard.
- 2022-11-25
- DEEU
Passenger car (CITROEN) · C5X
A faulty rubber hose may leak fuel which can reach hot parts of the vehicle and create a risk of fire. The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their…
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…