Warning
Homedics Recalls Massagers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Injuries have been reported. Consumers should stop using this product immediately.
Source: CPSC
WarningRecall #24076
Homedics Recalls Massagers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
FKA Distributing Co. LLC, d/b/a Homedics, of Commerce Township, Michigan · Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massagers
Product Description
This recall involves the HoMedics Therapist Select Massagers with model number HHP-715. The product has a 120 VAC, 60 HZ power cord. "HoMedics" is printed on the side of the barrel of the product. The products are black with a handle, housing and massage head attached to the end. The product has four interchangeable massage heads. Only manufacturing dates through the end of 2022 and prior are included in the recall. The manufacturing date is represented by a date code found on a sticker on the underside of the product's barrel. Date codes are a 4-digit number WWYY where WW is the sequential week of the year and YY is the last two digits of the manufacturing year. Only products with a YY of 20, 21 or 22 are subject to this recall.
Hazard
The massagers can overheat while charging, posing fire and burn hazards.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using or charging the recalled massagers and contact Homedics for instructions to receive a full refund or a refund in the form of a credit toward any Homedics product, including a 20% bonus.
Refund
Reported Injuries
Homedics has received 17 reports of the massagers overheating, including one report of a burn to the consumer's thumb.
411 Press Analysis
FKA Distributing Co. LLC, d/b/a Homedics, of Commerce Township, Michigan has recalled Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massagers after injury reports prompted CPSC action on January 4, 2024. This recall affects about 46,000 (in addition, about 41,000 were sold in canada). The massagers can overheat while charging, posing fire and burn hazards. The manufacturer is advising consumers to stop using the product immediately. Affected consumers can obtain a full refund by contacting the company directly. The CPSC recommends inspecting the product for matching model numbers and contacting the manufacturer if uncertain about whether a specific unit is covered.
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