JKMAX Heated Blankets and Heating Pads recall: Fire and Burn Hazards
Official notice: JKMAX Recalls Heated Blankets and Heating Pads Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
What happened
JKMAX Recalls Heated Blankets and Heating Pads Due to Fire and Burn Hazards. Units affected: About 195,000.
Affected products
This recall involves all heating pads and heated blankets sold by JKMax, including models JKMAX-002, JKMAX-7284B, JKMAX-6284B, JKMAX-10090B, JKMAX-8490B and JKMAX-6284B. The heated blankets and heating pads are blue, gray, brown or red. They are made of polyester fabric and are machine washable. The blankets and pads were sold in multiple sizes, and both have a detachable white remote that can be used to adjust the heat. The model number is located on the back of the remote and is also printed on a white label affixed to the product packaging along with the brand name "JKMAX". Sold at: Sold Online At: Amazon.com from September 2022 through July 2026 as both a one-pack or a two-pack. Made in China.
The risk
The internal wire heating elements of the blankets and pads can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers. JKMax is aware of 577 reports of blankets smoking, melting or burning due to the heating elements overheating, including 53 burn injuries.
What to do
Consumers should stop using the recalled blankets and pads immediately and contact JKMax for a full refund. Contact JKMAX toll-free at 800-917-5732 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at JkmaxRecall@outlook.com, online at www.jkmaxrecall.com or amazon.com and click on “Recalls and Product Safety Alerts” at the bottom of the page to learn more.
From the official CPSC notice.
This recall was published by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). View the full official notice for complete details, affected product codes, and what to do next.
View the full official notice