Product recalls 2026 shoppers should know about are easy to miss. You might hear about one in passing, assume it doesn’t apply to anything you own, and move on. But some of the biggest recalls of the year involve products that could still be sitting in your freezer, garage, kitchen, or storage closet — including items sold years ago.
Recent recalls have included everything from refrigerators and rechargeable hand warmers to frozen berries, eggs, children’s products, and pet food. Before assuming you’re in the clear, take a look at these recent recalls and check your model numbers, UPCs, lot codes, and date codes against the official notices.
OCOOPA Rechargeable Hand Warmers
If you have rechargeable hand warmers tucked away for winter, check the brand before the temperature drops. About 1.5 million OCOOPA rechargeable hand warmers were recalled on July 30 because their lithium-ion batteries can overheat and catch fire. Models UT3053, UT3056, ZLS-118, ZLS-118S, ZLS-118D, H01, and H01(PD) are affected.
This isn’t a just-in-case recall, either. The CPSC reported 1,480 overheating incidents, 15 fires, 350 burn injuries, and one death. Owners should stop using affected warmers and contact OCOOPA for a refund. Because these contain lithium-ion batteries, don’t toss them in your regular trash or recycling; follow local hazardous-waste disposal instructions.
Galanz Retro Refrigerators
That retro fridge you’ve had for years could be worth a closer look. Roughly 121,680 Galanz Retro Refrigerators were recalled on July 30 due to a fire hazard involving internal electrical components that can short-circuit and ignite. The affected refrigerators have specified date codes from December 2018 through December 2020 and were sold at Home Depot and Amazon between 2019 and 2022.
The CPSC received reports of 34 refrigerator fires, including one involving a death. Consumers with an affected refrigerator should unplug it and stop using it. Galanz is offering a free in-home repair.
OCTROT Heated Throws and Blankets
Here’s another recall that could be easy to forget about until cold weather returns. About 178,000 OCTROT electric throws and blankets sold on Amazon were recalled July 30. Affected models are OCT-5060, OCT-5062, OCT-6248, OCT-7284, and OCT-8490.
The electrical cord can detach and ignite, posing fire, burn, and electric-shock hazards. The company received 555 reports of melting, sparking, or smoking, including 27 fires and 15 burn or shock injuries. Stop using an affected blanket immediately. OCTROT is offering a full refund after owners complete its required destruction-and-photo process.
Cuisinart Wire-Bristle Grill Brushes
Before your next cookout, check the grill brush. Conair recalled about 1.72 million Cuisinart metal wire grill brushes on July 2 because their metal bristles can detach, stick to the grill or food, and then be accidentally swallowed.
The company received at least 54 reports of detached bristles, and three people reportedly swallowed bristles and needed medical treatment to have them removed. Some affected models were sold as far back as 2009, so this is one recall where digging through an old grilling kit may pay off. Consumers should stop using recalled brushes; Conair is offering either a cash refund or a higher-value Cuisinart.com credit.
Kobalt Yard Tools With USB-C Batteries
Lowe’s shoppers may want to check their garages and sheds. Greenworks recalled about 554,780 Kobalt 24V and 48V yard tools on July 9, including certain trimmers, blowers, mowers, chainsaws, and pruning saws equipped with USB-C batteries. The products were sold at Lowe’s and online from January through May 2026.
The problem can occur when an affected battery is charged through its USB-C port while it’s still installed in the tool, potentially causing a short circuit and fire. Greenworks received 34 reports involving smoke, sparks, or fire, though no injuries or property damage had been reported when the recall was announced. Replacement batteries are available.
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Rowenta X-Force Cordless Vacuums
A much smaller recall still deserves attention if you own one of the affected vacuums. Rowenta recalled about 3,660 cordless vacuums and batteries on July 2 because their lithium-ion batteries can overheat and catch fire. Affected vacuums include the X-Force Flex 14.60 Animal RH99A2U1 and X-Force Flex 15.60 Animal RH99F2U1.
The recalled ZR0097U2 battery has qualifying date codes beginning with 23 or 24. Owners should stop using affected vacuums, remove the battery, and contact Rowenta for a free replacement.
Boon PIVOT Toddler Towers
Parents who use a kitchen tower to bring little ones up to counter height should check the label. TOMY recalled 116,908 Boon PIVOT collapsible toddler kitchen towers in the U.S. on July 16. The gray and white towers were sold through Target.com, Amazon, and Babylist from January 2023 through June 2026 for about $150.
The towers can tip over while a child is using them, creating a serious fall hazard. TOMY received 11 reports of towers shifting, leaning, or appearing unstable, although no injuries had been reported when the recall was announced. Parents should stop using affected towers until installing the free stabilizing repair component offered by TOMY.
AMASKY Nursing Pillows
About 4,008 AMASKY nursing pillows sold on Amazon were recalled July 2. According to the CPSC, the affected products violate mandatory safety requirements for nursing pillows and infant-support cushions and can obstruct an infant’s breathing, creating a suffocation risk.
Consumers should compare the model and batch information on their pillow’s label with the CPSC recall notice rather than assuming every nursing pillow is affected. Stop using recalled AMASKY pillows immediately; the recall remedy is a refund.
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PIXLABBY Magnetic Fidget Sliders
Small magnets can create a much bigger hazard than their size suggests. On August 6, the CPSC recalled 860 PIXLABBY six-piece magnetic fidget-slider sets sold through Amazon because the toys can release loose high-powered magnets.
If multiple high-powered magnets are swallowed, they can attract one another through intestinal tissue, potentially causing perforations, blockages, twisting, infection, and even death. Consumers should stop using the recalled sets and seek a refund.
GreenWise Organic Frozen Blueberries and Mixed Berries
It’s time to rummage through the freezer. Publix recalled all lots of GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries and Whole Mixed Berries on July 29 because of possible contamination with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli O145. The recall covers 10-ounce and 48-ounce packages distributed through Publix stores in eight states.
The FDA linked the berries to an ongoing multistate outbreak investigation. Consumers should check the recall notice for affected UPCs and should not eat recalled berries. Publix says they can be discarded or returned for a refund.
Midwest Poultry Shell Eggs
Check the carton before cracking another egg. Midwest Poultry Services recalled approximately 1.59 million dozen eggs on July 22 because of possible Salmonella Enteritidis contamination. The recall covers white shell eggs and brown cage-free eggs with sell-by or best-by dates ranging from July 20 through August 17, 2026.
The eggs were distributed under multiple brand names and reached foodservice customers as well as retailers including Kroger and Brookshire Grocery stores. Consumers should consult the FDA’s full label list, discard or return recalled eggs, and clean and sanitize anything that came into contact with them.
Taylor Fresh Foods Iceberg Lettuce
This recall is trickier than spotting one particular package. Taylor Farms de Mexico began removing implicated iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico from the U.S. market in July amid a multistate Cyclospora outbreak investigation. The FDA notice includes multiple labels and brands connected with the affected lettuce.
Cyclospora is a parasite that can cause gastrointestinal illness, and the lettuce was used in multiple downstream products. Consumers should consult the FDA’s complete product list rather than assuming all Taylor Farms products — or all iceberg lettuce — are part of the recall.
MorningStar Farms Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and Sausage Patties
Vegetarians should take a peek at the back of the freezer, too. MorningStar Farms recalled 10.5-ounce packages of Buffalo Chik’n Nuggets and 8-ounce packages of Hot & Spicy Sausage Patties in June because they may contain pieces of plastic. No other MorningStar Farms products were included in the announcement.
The especially important detail here is the shelf life: Affected products have best-if-used-before dates extending into July 2027, meaning they could remain in freezers long after the recall announcement fades from memory. Consumers should compare the package date and UPC with the FDA’s recall table and discard affected products. MorningStar says customers can contact the company for a refund.
Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry Pouches
Parents may also want to check snack drawers and diaper bags. PT Organics recalled select 4-ounce Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry fruit puree pouches on July 21 because a packaging defect may allow a strand of soft, food-grade plastic to get into the puree.
The affected pouches were sold at Kroger, Meijer, and Target between March 6 and July 13 and have specific best-before dates stretching into 2027. Because only certain production runs are involved, check the barcode, lane number, and best-before date against the FDA notice before tossing anything.
Pedigree High Protein Chicken & Duck Wet Dog Food
Don’t forget to check the pet-food stash. Mars Petcare recalled two lots of Pedigree High Protein Chopped Chicken & Duck Flavor canned dog food on July 2 because some cans may contain hard, sharp pieces of metal with plastic that could injure a dog if eaten.
Only 13.2-ounce cans with lot codes 613C3KKCFC and 613C1KKCFC are affected; no other Pedigree or Mars Petcare products were included. The lot code appears on the bottom of the can. Owners should not feed affected food to their pets and can contact Pedigree for a replacement.
Don’t Assume an Older Purchase Is Safe
One of the biggest takeaways from this year’s recalls is that “recent recall” doesn’t necessarily mean “recent purchase.” Appliances and other durable goods may have been sold years before a problem was identified, while frozen foods and seasonal items can linger in a home long after stores have pulled them from shelves.
When checking your home, don’t rely on the brand name alone. Match the exact model number, UPC, lot number, production date, or date code with the federal recall notice, and follow the official instructions for refunds, repairs, replacements, or disposal. Recall details can also change, so it’s worth checking the latest CPSC, FDA, or USDA notice before taking action.
