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United States · Events & meetings · CPSC
28 September 2026 · 16:00–16:30 · EDT
CPSC's Office of Import Surveillance is due to give a public update on electronic certificate filing for regulated consumer-product imports.
Japan · Recalls
Japan's Consumer Affairs Agency reported a fire involving an Anker A1257 power bank. The model was already subject to a Japanese recall, but the agency says the cause of this incident remains under investigation.
Japan · Recalls
Japan's METI has recorded a Nichicon inspection-and-replacement recall for selected ESS-T3 home battery units after fire and smoke linked to battery-cell thermal runaway. Eight battery-unit model numbers are listed; owners should check their serial number with Nichicon rather than assume every ESS-T3 unit is affected.
United Kingdom · Safety alerts · OPSS
OPSS says baby sleeping bags without arm holes or with hoods can create serious suffocation and overheating risks. Consumers should not buy or use these designs.
United Kingdom · Research & data · OPSS
The ASA says online ads for baby sleep and elevation products promoted practices that could conflict with established safer-sleep advice. It selected 60 ads for follow-up over potential physical harm.
Australia · Recalls
Honda Australia is recalling 554 Civic, ZR-V and Accord vehicles built from 2023 to 2025 because a seatback-frame edge may increase occupant injury risk in a crash. The Australian recall is REC-006727, campaign 6JD.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
A UK recall covers batch 20260105-01 of CHILLZ tablets sold through Amazon after incorrect dosing instructions were found.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
YunHeng is recalling EBR001 adult portable bed rails sold on Amazon in the US after mandatory-standard failures.
United Kingdom · Enforcement & legal proceedings
The Food Standards Agency says 158kg of unidentified meat was removed during a Leicester operation targeting the alleged online sale of ‘smokies’.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
The GHA-585 handheld vacuum has been recalled for missing manufacturer/importer details and an undersized CE mark; the notice does not identify an electrical fault.
United Kingdom · Safety alerts · OPSS
OPSS found two overlong cords in the PL002H toy, rejected its import and reported removal of the Amazon listing.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
A UK recall covers specified Ridgeback bicycles sold from 2020 onwards; owners should follow the official tyre check or arrange a dealer inspection.
United Kingdom · Safety alerts · OPSS
OPSS found that the identified double mattress topper failed flammability requirements; the rejected consignment was destroyed.
United Kingdom · Safety alerts · OPSS
OPSS says a blue-and-white cat pillow marketed for babies aged 0–12 months presents a serious suffocation risk in a sleep space.
United Kingdom · Research & data · OPSS
Updated OPSS research summarises voluntary fire notifications; the figures are incomplete and are not a national incident estimate.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
About 360,500 model 406198 pumps are recalled in the US after overheating reports; customers should stop using them and obtain a refund.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
More than 4.4 million US grill brushes are recalled because detached wire bristles can enter food and cause internal injuries.
United States; Canada (Canadian sales stated in CPSC notice) · Recalls · CPSC
Gazelle USA is recalling specified Urban Arrow bikes whose seat post has two silver bolts, with free replacement parts available.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
Designs Direct is recalling specified three-light lamps sold by HomeGoods after wiring failures, including two reported shock or burn injuries.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
The US recall covers 30-piece sets marked X004TVHD2Z sold on Amazon; carers should take them away from children.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
The expanded US recall covers models 12014, AG-12011 and 12016, including units in a January 2026 recall.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
LLK Trading is recalling identified mystery dumpling toys in the US because their water beads can expand excessively if swallowed.
United States · Safety alerts · CPSC
The US regulator urges consumers to stop using the padded bumpers; it has not announced an agreed recall or refund remedy.
United States · Safety alerts · CPSC
The US warning covers specified twin-over-twin metal beds sold online; no agreed recall remedy has been announced.
Australia (Victoria) · Enforcement & legal proceedings
Energy Safe Victoria says Panda Mart pleaded guilty to 15 charges after an investigation found hundreds of non-compliant electrical products, including nine lamp models judged immediately unsafe.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
A US recall covers ZHX-PB22 power banks sold on Amazon after nine reports of explosions or ignition, including a serious fire and a burn injury.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
US recall 26-798 covers portable sleep machines sold through major retailers and online marketplaces because an incompatible charger can overheat the lithium-ion battery.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
The Blue Cactus Company recalled 2500 mAh battery packs sold on Amazon after four reports of overheating, smoking or ignition.
United States · Safety alerts · CPSC
A US safety warning says FOTING pressure washers lack required immersion protection and an adequate-length power cord, creating shock and electrocution risks.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
ABC Trading recalled light-up glasses, headbands and ties in the US because children can access the button-cell batteries and swallow them.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
A US recall covers methanol and ethanol containers sold online and on Amazon because they lack required flame mitigation and, for methanol, child-resistant packaging.
United States · Safety alerts · CPSC
A new US CPSC alert urges homes, care facilities and other buildings to replace recalled Central Sprinkler heads that may still fail to activate in a fire.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
CPSC recalled Kesyup mattresses sold online because they violate the mandatory mattress flammability standard.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
CPSC recalled black WinxMatrs twin mattresses sold on Amazon because they violate the mandatory mattress flammability standard.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
CPSC recalled Aitjunz eight-drawer dressers sold through Amazon, Wayfair, Temu and Walmart because they can tip over if not anchored.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
CPSC recalled queen-size Emerspring mattresses sold on Amazon because they violate the mandatory mattress flammability standard.
United Kingdom · Enforcement & legal proceedings
The Insolvency Service said Funnyfuzzy Tech UK was wound up after complaints about non-delivery, poor-quality goods, refund failures and changing company details.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
OPSS says certain Zebra printer power supply units made between 2006 and 2012 can overheat and catch fire where the lead enters the appliance.
United Kingdom · Safety alerts · OPSS
OPSS reports that certain Tesla Powerwall 2 cells can develop defects leading to overheating and fire; Tesla is remotely discharging affected units and arranging free replacement.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
Three TU shopper bags sold through Argos and Sainsbury's were recalled after OPSS found excessive phthalates, a serious chemical risk under UK REACH rules.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
OPSS updated its 9 July recall notice for Habico 350g jars of coloured sand on 28 September to add Hampshire County Council Supplies as a retailer; the original asbestos-contamination warning remains in force.
Australia · Recalls · ACCC
The ACCC recalled specified Cambridge Audio Yoyo (M) speakers after lithium-ion battery packs overheated and caught fire.
Australia · Recalls · ACCC
The ACCC recalled specified Triumph TF450 dirt bikes because an exhaust rocker shaft may seize or stick and lead to a crash.
Australia · Recalls
Australia’s vehicle-recalls register says a software issue may deactivate interior door handles in specified 2024–2025 vehicles, preventing occupants from exiting in an emergency.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
OPSS says coloured sand in a YongnKids craft kit sold through Amazon may contain a small quantity of asbestos; the listing has been removed and a recall is required.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
OPSS says sand inside SHEIN wooden acrylic rainbow sensory blocks may contain a small quantity of asbestos; SHEIN has recalled the product from customers.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
The Antonia Space Saving Dining Set, model UK326, has been recalled because a loose bracket may allow table legs to detach and the glass top to shatter.
United Kingdom · Safety alerts · OPSS
OPSS reports a serious fire risk linked to missing conformity evidence for the Allegro A1 e-bike and charger. The import was rejected at the UK border; this is not a consumer recall.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
The UK recall notice for Eurowrap blue party balloons was updated on 1 October to add The Works as a distributor. The original recall concerns excessive nitrosamines and nitrosatable substances.
France · Recalls
A precautionary French recall covers the wooden Cornhole set sold by Smyths Toys. Testing found that the throwing-bag filling may contain asbestos traces; the notice describes the overall risk as low.
New Zealand · Recalls · Product Safety New Zealand (MBIE)
Three University of Auckland graduation-bear styles are recalled over a removable hat's elastic chin strap. Bears with a securely stitched hat are excluded.
New Zealand · Recalls · Product Safety New Zealand (MBIE)
Product Safety New Zealand recalled a Narva Ultima wiring harness after overheating incidents including a vehicle fire.
United States · Recalls · CPSC
CPSC says the kit’s heater can ignite when partly or completely outside water. Stop using the shower and contact Golden Resale for a refund.
Australia · Recalls
Food Standards Australia New Zealand says Supercol thickener sold nationally, including online, may be contaminated with Cronobacter; consumers should not eat it and should return it for a refund.
Republic of Ireland · Recalls · European Commission
Safety Gate now records a retailer recall for the Muzammill game previously covered by a CCPC information notice. The exact batch and ASIN match.
Estonia · Recalls · European Commission
Safety Gate records a 29 September recall of Peppa Pig Piano-Xylophone model 2326 in Estonia. Detachable stickers can present a choking risk to small children.
Estonia · Recalls · European Commission
Safety Gate records a 28 September recall of VE461 hummingbird earrings sold by an Estonian online trader. The alert reports excessive cadmium and nickel release.
United States; Canada · Recalls · CPSC · Health Canada
UT3053 rechargeable hand warmers can overheat and ignite; affected users should stop using them and follow the recall claim process.
United States; Canada · Recalls · CPSC · Health Canada
Kobayashi's H163650 electric rechargeable warmers are recalled for battery-related fire and burn risks; disposable chemical warmers are not the identified product.
Lithuania · Safety alerts · European Commission
Safety Gate reports that plastic eyes can detach from CXL bear model 299, barcode 1980041352995. Lithuania ordered its withdrawal from sale.
Japan · Safety alerts
Japan’s Consumer Affairs Agency has reported a fire and one minor injury involving a recalled SPICERR SWU-1 rechargeable pressure washer. The cause remains under investigation.
United States; Canada · Recalls · CPSC
The joint US–Canada recall covers INMO AIR3 smart glasses whose left temple can overheat. Consumers should stop using them and contact INMO for the free repair, including firmware update V3.16.
South Korea · Research & data
The Korea Consumer Agency tested 15 online sensory toys against children’s toy-safety limits, finding restricted preservatives in eight wax balls and excessive phthalate in one squishy. Microwave tests also identified rupture and burn risks.
Sweden / EU Safety Gate · Research & data · European Commission
Four Safety Gate notices published on 1 October record Swedish findings on two karaoke machines, a wireless mouse and a push-game toy. The notices cite restricted substances and market withdrawals, but do not date the tests or withdrawals.
Germany / EU Safety Gate · Recalls · European Commission
Safety Gate has updated Germany’s Audi Q3 recall notice, which now identifies production from 21 October 2025 to 4 August 2026 under campaign 69SG. The underlying recall began in August; this is an information update, not a new UK recall.
United Kingdom · Recalls · OPSS
OPSS says small parts can detach or break off the toy. Owners should stop using it immediately and keep it away from babies and children.
Canada · Recalls · Health Canada
Health Canada lists an injury-hazard recall of Schwarzkopf Professional Osis Grip Mousse, 200 ml (6.76 fl oz). Consumers in Canada should stop using the recalled product and return it to the place of purchase for a refund.
Canada · Recalls · Health Canada
Health Canada lists a choking-hazard recall of Make Believe Ideas’ Groovy Baby ‘I Spy a Fly!’ board book. Stop using the recalled book and follow the official instructions for removing and destroying its wings, photographing the pieces and submitting proof to Make Believe Ideas for a refund.
Canada · Recalls · Health Canada
Health Canada lists a fire-and-burn-hazard recall of Galanz Retro refrigerators. Owners of affected units in Canada should stop use, unplug the refrigerator and register through Galanz for a free in-home repair by a qualified technician.
Canada · Recalls · Health Canada
Health Canada reports a recall of certain Sanofi-Aventis Canada insulin pens and cartridges shipped on specific dates in July and August 2026. Only some units within the listed lots are affected.
Canada · Recalls · Health Canada
Health Canada lists a product-quality recall concerning a limited number of Sarclisa single-use vials that may have frozen during shipment. Only some units within the identified lot are affected: a matching lot number alone does not establish that an individual vial is affected.
Canada · Recalls · Health Canada
Health Canada lists an electrical-hazard recall of certain 3-inch Grundfos SQFlex solar submersible pumps. Stop using affected surface-installed pumps and contact Grundfos or the installer for repair or replacement.
Canada · Recalls · Health Canada
Health Canada lists a recall order for Valco Baby Trend Duo double strollers because of tip-over, entrapment and injury hazards. Owners in Canada should stop using affected strollers immediately and contact Junior Brands for information on eliminating the hazards.
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