The country’s e-commerce giant, Amazon, has been selling five (5) items that consumers are encouraged to stop using immediately. Over the past few months, a lot of retailers have been announcing recalls on certain products. Generally, recalls occur to protect the health and safety of consumers. In this case, five products have the potential to pose fire, suffocation, and injury Risks
The five (5) affected Amazon items
As mentioned, there are five products that are available at Amazon that have been recalled. Below are further details about these five items:
- LXDHSTRA Baby Loungers and Crib Bumpers
The LXDHSTRA-branded baby loungers and crib bumpers, that were on sale at Amazon between May and August 2025, have been recalled due to serious safety violations. According to the CPSC recall on September 18, referencing risks of suffocation, falls, and entrapment. These loungers do not meet the federal standards for infant sleep products. It has dangerously low sides, overly thick sleeping pads, and wide foot openings.
Around 360 units of this product were sold by a Chinese retailer operating under the name LXDHSTRA. There have been no injuries reported to date. However, consumers are advised to discontinue use of the products immediately. Consumers should note that refunds are available upon proof of destruction. Buyers are urged to cut the loungers and bumpers in half and email photos to [email protected].
- Anker Power Banks
The Anker Innovations issued a recall of more than 480,000 power banks. The reason for this recall is due to overheating lithium-ion batteries that have caused fires. The recall includes models A1647, A1652, A1257, A1681, and A1689. These items were on sale between January and July 2024.
As stated by the CPSC, they have received 33 reports of fire and explosion incidents. This includes four burn injuries and property damage. Therefore, consumers are encouraged to stop using these devices immediately and visit Anker’s recall page for further instructions on how to obtain a refund. When consumer dispose this product, they should follow hazardous waste protocols due to the risk that comes with the fire because of the lithium-ion batteries.
YooxArmor Kids’ Helmets
YooxArmor has recalled about 1,800 multi-purpose kids’ helmets that were on sale at Amazon. The reason for this recall is due to failure to meet federal bicycle helmet safety standards. These helmets lack proper impact protection, stability, labeling, and certification. It, therefore, posing a severe risk of head injury or death in a crash. However, it is important to note that no injuries have been reported to date. Consumers are urged to cut the straps and to send photos to YooxArmor to receive a refund.
Youbeien Crib Mobiles Recalled Over Battery Ingestion Hazard
Youbeien crib mobiles, sold on Amazon by GKKBSJ, have been recalled due to unsafe battery compartments in their remote controls. The design violates federal toy standards, as it allows children to access button batteries, which can cause internal burns or death if swallowed. About 3,000 units are affected by this recall. Amazon consumers should stop using the product and they should submit disposal photos to GKKBSJ for a refund.
IcyBreeze Misting Fans Recalled for Fire Risk
The last product that has been recalled at Amazon is the IcyBreeze Cooling. Around 22,600 Buddy Portable Misting Fans has been recalled, after reports of overheating and fire during charging. These fans were on sale online between November 2023 to August 2024. The fans make use of lithium-ion batteries and feature a misting function for outdoor use.
In addition, seven overheating incidents were reported, which includes two fires. Amazon consumers are encouraged to stop using these fans and visit IcyBreeze’s recall page to receive a $150 credit after submitting proof of disposal.
The retailer’s statement
The e-commerce giant, Amazon, made a statement on the company’s recall webpage. The statement indicated that the company’s Product Safety Team is proactively busy with the investigation surrounding these recalled products. The retailer is also focused on addressing the reports on the safety complaints and the incidents. This is to ensure consumer protection from potential product-related safety risks.
The company also alluded to the fact that it is closely monitoring the public recall alert website, to ensure they remain up to date and any changes. This also allows Amazon to receive notifications from vendors and sellers. When the recall was discovered by the company, it immediately took action and promptly inform both the consumers and sellers involved.