BlendJet Recalls 4.8 Million BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders Due to Fire and Laceration Hazards
BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders
Date of Recall
2023-12-28CPSC Release Number
24-069Manufactured In
ChinaUnits
About 4.8 million (in addition, about 117,000 were sold in Canada)Manufacturer
BlendJet Inc., of Benicia, CaliforniaSold By
Costco, Walmart, Target and other stores nationwide and online at BlendJet.com from October 2020 through November 2023 for between $50 and $75.Problem/Hazard
The recalled blenders can overheat or catch fire and the blender blades can break off, posing fire and laceration hazards to consumers.Injuries/Incidents
The firm has received approximately 329 reports of the blades breaking while in use, and an additional 17 reports of overheating or fires resulting in property damage claims of approximately $150,000. The firm has received about 49 reports of minor burns and one report of a laceration injury.Description
This recall involves BlendJet 2 Portable Blenders sold in a variety of colors and designs. Serial numbers are printed on the bottom of the base along with "blendjet2" and "The Original Portable Blender." The blenders measure approximately 9.5 inches in height and 3 inches wide and weigh approximately 1.5 pounds. Units where the first 4 digits of the serial number are between 5201-5542 and are subject to the recall must be identified through the use of the "Is my BlendJet 2 Recalled?" tool located at www.blendjet.com/safetyandrecall.
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