MaxKare Electric Blankets Recall — HIGH Severity
Shenzhen Yumo Commerce and Trade Corporation · Recalled June 18, 2025 · Electrical & Lighting
Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) Last verified: June 18, 2025
Product Description
This recall involves MaxKare Electric Blankets with six heating levels and a nine-hour auto-off function. They were sold in three sizes: 62 inches by 84 inches (twin), 72 inches by 84 inches (full), and 84 inches by 90 inches (queen). The recall only includes model numbers HB18A-7284-1, HB18A-8490-2 and HB18A-6284-1. The brand name, MaxKare, and the model numbers are on the tag attached to the blanket. The blankets come in brown and gray and are machine washable.
Hazard
The recalled blankets can overheat and ignite, posing burn and fire hazards.
Reported Injuries
Yumo has received 34 reports of overheating, including three reports of burn injuries and two reports that the blankets caught on fire..
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and contact Yumo for instructions on how to properly dispose of the blankets. Consumers will be asked to upload a photo of the blanket to [email protected] and confirm disposal in order to get a full refund.
Manufacturer Contact
Yumo toll-free at 866-620-0026 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. ET and 8 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, online at https://www.marnur.net/pages/important-recall-information or www.marnur.net and click on "Important Recall Information" for more informationt.
Recall Details
Units sold: About 8,560
Sold at: Exclusively on Amazon from September 2024 through May 2025 for between $12 and $47.
Manufactured by: Shenzhen Yumo Commerce and Trade Corporation, of China
Country of origin: China
Source
This recall information is sourced from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Recall date: June 18, 2025. CPSC Recall Number: 25351.