Four recalled products sold on Amazon raise safety concerns—check if you have any of these at home
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From play kitchens to pocket tools, online shopping has made it easier than ever to furnish your home and treat your loved ones.
But that convenience sometimes comes with risks.
A new round of nationwide recalls issued by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has flagged four widely sold items—most of them available through Amazon—that could pose serious safety threats.
These include a child’s toy linked to life-threatening injuries, a play kitchen involved in a tragic death, and a mattress that fails federal fire safety standards.
Whether you’re shopping for grandkids, guests, or yourself, it’s worth checking if any of these products are in your home.
What’s being recalled and why
Online marketplaces like Amazon host thousands of third-party sellers, and while many products meet safety requirements, some slip through the cracks.
The CPSC has now recalled four items due to safety violations:
Source: Facebook / U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Why this matters more than ever
The popularity of online shopping means more people are purchasing from unfamiliar sellers, often without realizing the safety standards may vary.
While Amazon has a product safety team that investigates complaints and initiates recalls, items from third-party vendors may not be properly vetted.
These recent recalls serve as a reminder that even popular or well-reviewed items can present dangers, especially when children are involved.
Steps to take if you own one of the recalled items
If any of these products sound familiar, here’s what to do right away:
How to stay safe when buying online
To avoid similar issues in the future, here are some tips to protect yourself:
Amazon’s response to the recall
In response to the mattress recall, Amazon stated: “Our customers’ health and safety is of the utmost importance to us. We notified customers, provided clear instructions for mattress disposal, and issued refunds.”
The company added that customer safety remains a top priority—but staying informed remains a shopper’s best defense.
Staying informed about recalls can feel overwhelming, but taking a few minutes to check your home—and spread the word—can make a big difference.
Whether you’re shopping for yourself, your family, or your grandkids, safety always comes first.
We hope this guide helps you feel more confident and prepared as you navigate online purchases.
Read next: One of your kitchen appliances could be a fire hazard. Half a million units recalled—check YOURS now!
Have you ever dealt with a product recall before? Was the return process simple or frustrating? Have you found ways to vet products more carefully online? The GrayVine community wants to hear your experience.
Feel free to share your stories, concerns, or questions in the comments. You might help someone else stay safe in the process.
But that convenience sometimes comes with risks.
A new round of nationwide recalls issued by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has flagged four widely sold items—most of them available through Amazon—that could pose serious safety threats.
These include a child’s toy linked to life-threatening injuries, a play kitchen involved in a tragic death, and a mattress that fails federal fire safety standards.
Whether you’re shopping for grandkids, guests, or yourself, it’s worth checking if any of these products are in your home.
Recent product recalls highlight the importance of checking safety alerts for household and children’s items sold online. Image source: YouTube / ABC 7 Chicago.
What’s being recalled and why
Online marketplaces like Amazon host thousands of third-party sellers, and while many products meet safety requirements, some slip through the cracks.
The CPSC has now recalled four items due to safety violations:
1. Magnetic Floating Stackers Toys
- Hazard: The small high-powered magnets can detach and be swallowed, potentially causing internal injuries such as intestinal blockages, blood poisoning, or even death if multiple magnets attract inside the body.
- Units affected: About 22,850 in the US, 1,975 in Canada, and 189 in Mexico
- What to do: Stop using the toy immediately and contact the seller for a replacement.
These colorful stacking toys may look harmless, but loose high-powered magnets can pose serious dangers if swallowed. Image source: CPSC.
2. KidKraft Farm to Table Play Kitchen
- Hazard: The kitchen includes plastic and metal hooks for toy utensils. If a child climbs or crawls through the play set, their clothing can catch on the hooks—posing a strangulation risk. One child has already died as a result.
- Units affected: About 192,000
- What to do: Discontinue use and request a free repair kit from KidKraft.
This popular play kitchen has been recalled after a reported child death due to a hook posing a strangulation hazard. Image source: CPSC.
Also read: Popular Amazon supplement just got recalled—are you still using it?
3. Amazon Basics Premium Foam Eurotop Mattresses
- Hazard: These mattresses do not meet federal flammability standards, making them more likely to catch fire in the event of an emergency.
- Units affected: About 2,680
- What to do: Amazon is offering a full refund and detailed instructions for safe disposal.
Source: Facebook / U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
4. Leatherman Charge Plus and Charge Plus TTi Multi-Tools
- Hazard: The knife blade does not fold fully into the handle, creating a laceration risk when handled.
- Units affected: About 17,000
- What to do: Contact Leatherman for a free repair.
Amazon Basics mattresses under recall fail to meet federal flammability standards, raising fire safety concerns. Image source: CPSC.
Also read: Amazon recall alert: These household products may be in your home right now
Why this matters more than ever
The popularity of online shopping means more people are purchasing from unfamiliar sellers, often without realizing the safety standards may vary.
While Amazon has a product safety team that investigates complaints and initiates recalls, items from third-party vendors may not be properly vetted.
These recent recalls serve as a reminder that even popular or well-reviewed items can present dangers, especially when children are involved.
Also read: Lead exposure concerns prompt faucet recall—what you need to know to stay safe
Steps to take if you own one of the recalled items
If any of these products sound familiar, here’s what to do right away:
- Stop using the product, even if it appears to be functioning properly.
- Follow the recall instructions specific to each item—these vary by product and may involve requesting a repair, refund, or replacement.
- Check with Amazon or the CPSC recall database to confirm eligibility and find step-by-step directions.
- Tell others—friends, neighbors, or relatives may own these products too. A quick message could prevent a serious injury.
Also read: Is your breakfast safe? Why 63,000 pounds of this item were just pulled from shelves
How to stay safe when buying online
To avoid similar issues in the future, here are some tips to protect yourself:
- Check for recalls regularly on the CPSC website or Amazon’s recall page.
- Read customer reviews closely, especially for mentions of safety or quality issues.
- Stick to known brands or trusted sellers whenever possible.
- Register your purchases when offered, so you’ll be notified if a recall is issued later.
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Amazon’s response to the recall
In response to the mattress recall, Amazon stated: “Our customers’ health and safety is of the utmost importance to us. We notified customers, provided clear instructions for mattress disposal, and issued refunds.”
The company added that customer safety remains a top priority—but staying informed remains a shopper’s best defense.
Staying informed about recalls can feel overwhelming, but taking a few minutes to check your home—and spread the word—can make a big difference.
Whether you’re shopping for yourself, your family, or your grandkids, safety always comes first.
We hope this guide helps you feel more confident and prepared as you navigate online purchases.
Read next: One of your kitchen appliances could be a fire hazard. Half a million units recalled—check YOURS now!
Have you ever dealt with a product recall before? Was the return process simple or frustrating? Have you found ways to vet products more carefully online? The GrayVine community wants to hear your experience.
Feel free to share your stories, concerns, or questions in the comments. You might help someone else stay safe in the process.
