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MaxKare Electric Blankets Recalled Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; Manufactured by Yumo and Sold Exclusively on Walmart.com
Wed Jun 18 2025
Recall Summary
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.
Affected Products
| Product Name | Number of Affected Units |
|---|---|
| MaxKare Electric Blankets | About 8,560 |
Remedies
| Remedy |
|---|
| 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 yumoofficial@126.com and confirm disposal in order to get a full refund. |
Hazards
| Hazard | Type of Hazard |
|---|---|
| The recalled blankets can overheat and ignite, posing burn and fire hazards. | Not specified |
Injuries
| Injury |
|---|
| Yumo has received 34 reports of overheating, including three reports of burn injuries and two reports that the blankets caught on fire. |
Manufacturers
| Manufacturer |
|---|
| Shenzhen Yumo Commerce and Trade Corporation, of China |
Retailers
| Retailer |
|---|
| Exclusively on Amazon from September 2024 through May 2025 for between $12 and $47. |
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