Bambu Lab A1 3D printers
CPSC Recall #24-264 — June 13, 2024
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | 24-264 |
| Recall Date | June 13, 2024 |
| Remedy Type | Refund, Replace |
| Units Affected | About 12,800 |
| Importer | Bambu Lab USA Inc., of Austin, Texas |
| Manufactured In | China |
Where It Was Sold
| Micro Center stores nationwide and online at us.store.bambulab.com from December 2023 through January 2024 for between $400 and $560. |
Product
Bambu Lab A1 3D printers
Description
This recall involves Bambu Lab model A1 3D printers. The sixth digit of the serial numbers of affected units, located on the QR code sticker on the rear of the printer, is “A”. The recalled printers measure approximately 18 inches by 16 inches by 17 inches, and were sold for personal use. The company name and model, “Bambu Lab A1”, are located on the printer’s x-axis motor cover.
Hazard
When the recalled 3D printer’s heatbed cable is bent or damaged, it can short-circuit and spark or burn through the insulation layer, posing electric shock and fire hazards.
Incidents & Injuries
The firm has received a total of 19 reports of damaged cables, including one cable sparking. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy Instructions
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled 3D printers, and contact Bambu Lab to arrange either (1) return of their A1 3D printers for a full refund, or (2) for free replacement of the heatbed and cable by a local electronics repair facility. Consumers requesting a full refund will be sent a prepaid shipping label to return the printer. Consumers should not attempt to fix the recalled product themselves. Bambu Lab has contacted all known purchasers.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this product immediately. Contact the manufacturer for a Refund, Replace at no charge. If you experienced an injury, report it at SaferProducts.gov.
Frequently Asked Questions
Follow the consumer action instructions in the recall notice above. Most recalls require you to stop using the product and contact the manufacturer directly — either by calling the toll-free number listed in the official CPSC notice or by visiting the manufacturer's website. You generally do not need a receipt or original packaging to claim a remedy. The manufacturer is legally required to provide the remedy (Refund, Replace) at no cost to you.
If the product caused a fire or burn injury, document the incident with photos and preserve the product if it is safe to do so. Report the incident to the CPSC at SaferProducts.gov and to your local fire department. Contact the manufacturer to inform them of the incident — they are required to track and report injuries to CPSC. You may also want to consult a personal injury attorney, as fire and burn injuries caused by defective products can be grounds for a product liability claim against the manufacturer.
In most cases, no. CPSC-coordinated recall remedies are designed to be accessible without proof of purchase. Manufacturers typically ask consumers to self-certify ownership and may ask for photos of the product or its serial number. Some manufacturers request that you mail in a portion of the product (such as a cut cord or removed component) as proof of disposal. Check the specific remedy instructions for this recall for exact requirements. If you registered your product at the time of purchase, the process is usually even simpler.
If the original manufacturer has gone out of business, the recall remedy may no longer be available through them. In this case, contact CPSC directly at 1-800-638-2772 or cpsc.gov for guidance. If the brand was acquired by another company, the acquiring company may have assumed recall obligations. In some cases where a remedy is unavailable, CPSC advises consumers to safely dispose of the product. If you were injured by the product of a defunct company, consult a product liability attorney — parent companies, distributors, and retailers may still bear liability in some circumstances.