Hot/cold massage balls
CPSC Recall #19-099 — April 4, 2019
Product
Hot/cold massage balls
Description
This recall involves Vivitar Hot/Cold Massage Balls. The massage balls are teal, light pink or lavender and come in a package of two balls – one smooth ball and one with raised bumps. The name “Vivitar,” model number, date code, and UPC can be found on the bottom of the product packaging. The date code can also be found on the smooth ball. Model NumberDate CodeUPCF19-MB-TLMID# 1940918681066474037F19-MB-LPMID# 1940918681066305645F19-MB-LVMID# 1940918681066182475
Hazard
The massage balls can leak or rupture during or after microwaving, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
The firm has received 84 reports of massage balls bursting during microwaving, including 17 reports of burns to various parts of the body.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled massage balls and return them to any Target store for a full refund.
Units Affected
About 60,000
Sold At
Target stores nationwide from December 2018 through February 2019 for about $5.
Manufacturer
Sakar International dba; Vivitar, of Edison, N.J.
Manufactured In
China