Recall Roll Call: July 2025
Recalls happen more often than you may think. Knowing the products that could be dangerous can help you stay safe. Here’s a quick recap of the major recalls for July 2025.
509 Branded and 509 for Polaris Tactical Helmets
These helmets do not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, posing a risk of head injury. One concussion has been reported after a helmet came off during a crash. Consumers should stop using the helmets immediately and contact the company for disposal instructions to receive a refund.
Units affected: 201,200
Sold: Online at www.ride509.com and www.polaris.com and at 509 and Polaris dealers nationwide from January 2020 through May 2025
For more information: https://ride509.com/pages/recalls or (877) 743-3509
Bestway, Intex, and Polygroup Above-Ground Pools
These companies are recalling certain above-ground pools, 48 inches and taller, due to a drowning hazard. The compression strap on the outside of the pool allows a child a foothold to climb into the pools. Nine drowning deaths have been reported. Consumers should contact the company to request a free repair kit. In the interim, they should ensure children do not have access to the pool or, alternatelyyards
drain the pool until the repair can be made.
Units affected: 5 million
Sold: The recalled above-ground pools have been sold since 2002 at stores nationwide, including Walmart, Target, Sears, Lowe’s, Kmart, Toys “R” Us, Sam’s Club, The Home Depot, Big Lots, Costco and BJ’s (among others), as well as online at Amazon.com, Wayfair.com and Bestway USA, Intex, Funsicle and Summer Waves websites.
For more information: BWrecallsupport5516@sedgwick.com or (844) 593-4003
CasaClean Handheld Steamers
Deale International is recalling its popular CasaClean Handheld Steamers due to the potential for serious burn injuries. The steamers can leak or spew boiling steam. There have been 26 reports of the steamers leaking water or steam, resulting in 13 burns. Consumers should immediately stop using the steamers and contact the company for instructions on safe disposal to receive a refund.
Units affected: 23,000
Sold: HSN from November 2024 through April 2025
For more information: http://www.thedeale.com/pages/casaclean-safety-recall or (877) 880-6137
Creekliybear Play Yard Mattresses
These aftermarket “Pack and Play” yard mattresses don’t adequately fit certain play yards, and as such pose a potentially deadly entrapment hazard. Babies can suffocate in gaps or extra padding. Consumers should immediately stop using the mattresses and contact the company for instructions on how to receive a full refund.
Units affected: 21,500
Sold: Online on Amazon from December 2024 to June 2025
For more information: Kbabyearecall@outlook.com
DEWALT Grinder Flap Discs
The ceramic cloth abrasive flaps can detach while in use. This poses potential laceration and injury hazards. There have been 3 reports of injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the discs and contact the company for safe disposal instructions and a refund.
Units affected: 17,680
Sold: Industrial supply stores nationwide, including Grainger, Fastenal and Airgas, and online on Amazon.com from September 2024 through May 2025
For more information: https://www.dewalt.com/support/safety-notices-and-recalls/flap-disc-recall or (800) 990-6421
Diamond G Forest Products Turpentine Bottles
The bottles do not have the required child-resistant packaging. This poses a poisoning risk if ingested by young children. Consumers should immediately place the bottles out of reach and sight of children and contact the company for a free child-resistant closure.
Units affected: 20,000
Sold: Nature’s Corner Market stores in Marietta, Georgia; Cornerstone Retreat stores in Gap, Pennsylvania; Nickel Mine Health Foods stores in Paradise, Pennsylvania; Leaves of The Trees in Memphis, Tennessee; Country Boy’s Mini Mall in Bristol, Georgia and online at Amazon from January 2021 through April 2025
For more information: http://www.diamondgforestproducts.com/recall-information or (912) 647-7463
Frigidaire-brand Minifridges
Curtis International is recalling the popular Frigidaire-brand minifridges, due to potential fire and burn hazards. The fridges’ internal electrical components can short circuit and ignite the housing. There have been 26 reports of the minifridges smoking, sparking, burning, melting, overheating, and catching fire. Resulting property damage has totaled more than $700,000. There also were 2 smoke inhalation injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the minifridges, unplug and cut the power cord and write “Recall” in permanent marker across the front door. They can then dispose of the item in accordance with local and state regulations. Consumers should also contact the company for a full refund with proof of safe disposal.
Units affected: 634,000
Sold: Walmart and other stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com and Amazon.com from January 2020 through December 2023
For more information: https://www.recallrtr.com/minifridge or (888) 727-0198
iMirror Inc. Electric Bug Zapper Racket
The Electric Bug Zapper Racket, Fly Swatter and Mosquito Swatter are powered by rechargeable batteries that can catch fire when used for extended periods. There have been 3 reports of fires. Consumers should immediately stop using the devices and contact the company for a pre-paid shipping label to return the items and get a full refund.
Units affected: 29,000
Sold: Amazon from May 2022 through June 2025
For more information: http://www.imirror.com/ or (800) 762-9066
Minecraft Light-Up Slap Ruler Bracelets
The bracelet’s battery compartment can be easily opened, giving kids access to button cell batteries, which are dangerous and potentially lethal if swallowed. Consumers should immediately stop using the bracelet and contact the company for safe disposal instructions. The company, Innovative Designs, is offering a full refund.
Units affected: 75,900
Sold: Walmart stores nationwide from March 2025 through May 2025
For more information: info@innovativenyc.com
Ozark Trail 64 oz. Water Bottles
Walmart is recalling its popular Ozark stainless steel insulated 64 oz. water bottles, as the lid can forcefully eject when you try to open it after beverages have been stored inside over time. This poses a potentially serious impact and laceration hazard. There have been 3 reports of the lid striking a user’s face, and two users suffered permanent vision loss when struck in the eye. Consumers should immediately stop using the water bottles and contact Walmart for a full refund.
Units affected: 850,000
Sold: Walmart stores nationwide and online at Walmart.com since 2017
For more information: http://www.walmart.com/help or (800) 925-6278
Positec Electric Corded Chainsaws and Pole Saws
The switch on these saws can fail, posing a laceration hazard as the saw continues to run. Consumers should immediately stop using these saws and contact the company for a pre-paid shipping label. Positec will provide a free replacement.
Units affected: 49,000
Sold: Walmart (Hyper Tough brand only) and Harbor Freight (Portland brand only) stores nationwide and online at Worx.com, Amazon.com and HarborFreight.com from September 2024 through March 2025
For more information: https://www.worx.com/chainsaw-recall or (888) 997-8871
Pura Scents Smart Home Fragrance Diffuser Covers
The magnets that are on the inside cover can detach. This poses a danger to children if ingested, as they can become lodged in the digestive system resulting in serious injury or even death. Consumers should dispose of the detachable cover, temporarily stop using the diffusers, and contact the company for a free replacement cover.
Units affected: 851,400
Sold: Pura.com, Amazon.com, Target.com and Scheels.com and at Target, Scheels and other stores nationwide from August 2023 through May 2025
For more information: http://www.pura.com/pages/productrecall or (855) 394-5292
Tractor Supply Traveller Aluminum Loading Ramps
These ramps pose a fall hazard. They cannot withstand the weight of equipment within their specified limits. Too large a load can cause them to bend or break while in use. There have been 35 reports of the ramps bending or breaking, resulting in 2 reports of knee and other injuries. Consumers should immediately stop using the ramps and return them to Tractor Supply for a full refund.
Units affected: 18,000
Sold: Tractor Supply Company stores nationwide and online at www.tractorsupply.com from October 2024 through July 2025
For more information: https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/cms/policies-information/customer-solutions/recall-notices or (877) 718-6750
VIVI E-Bikes Lithium-ion Batteries
The lithium-ion batteries that power these bikes can overheat, which potentially causes fire and burn risks. There have been 14 reports of the batteries overheating, including 3 fires. No injuries have been reported. Consumers should contact the company for safe disposal instructions and a free replacement battery and charger.
Units affected: 24,000
Sold: Bikes with the recalled batteries were sold online at amazon.com, walmart.com, ebay.com, viviebikes.com, wish.com, sears.com, wayfair.com and aliexpress.com from December 2020 through November 2023
For more information: https://viviebikes.com/pages/recall or (800) 375-6103
Winston Products Expandable Burst-Proof Hoses
The 5/8-inch HydroTech Expandable Burst-Proof hoses can burst, which poses an impact hazard and also can temporarily impair hearing. There have been at least 222 reports of burst hoses, resulting in at least 29 injuries. These included one bone bruise, two sprains, and five instances of temporary impaired hearing. Consumers should immediately stop using the hoses. The company is offering a full refund—either in-store for Ace Hardware, Do It Best, Home Depot and Walmart—or online for other retailers. Consumers should follow the company’s specific instructions to receive the refund.
Units affected: 3.6 million
Sold: Ace Hardware, Amazon, Do It Best, Home Depot, Target, Walmart and other stores nationwide and online from January 2021 through April 2025
For more information: https://hydrotechproducts.com/recall or (888) 412-2396
To see additional recalls by the Food and Drug Administration, click here.
Life-changing injuries and tragedies occur due to risky ingredients and errors made by manufacturers. If you have a question about what you believe may be a harmful or faulty product that may have caused injury, it may help to speak with a top Philadelphia product liability attorney.