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CPSC recall · Reported May 26, 2021

HSN Recalls 5.4 Million Handheld Clothing Steamers Due to Serious Burn Hazard

The recalled clothing steamers can expel, spray, or leak hot water during use, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.

Recall #
21138
Affected scope
About 5.4 million (In addition, 14,300 were distributed in Canada)
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves Joy/JM-branded My Little Steamer and My Little Steamer Go Mini handh….

HSN Recalls 5.4 Million Handheld Clothing Steamers Due to Serious Burn Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in May 26, 2021. Reason: The recalled clothing steamers can expel, spray, or leak hot water during use, posing a serious burn hazard t…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled clothing steamers and contact HSN fo…. Verify recall #21138 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The recalled clothing steamers can expel, spray, or leak hot water during use, posing a serious burn hazard t….

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May 26, 2021
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #21138 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

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Product description

This recall involves Joy/JM-branded My Little Steamer and My Little Steamer Go Mini handheld clothing steamers. The steamers are handheld electrical appliances (120V, 60Hz, 900w), which use hot steam, emitted from a nozzle head to remove wrinkles from garments and other fabrics. The steamers were sold in two sizes: the standard (or deluxe) full-size My Little Steamer or the compact-size My Little Steamer Go Mini. The steamers were sold individually or in combination sets in a variety of colors, including black, white, red, purple, and teal. Recalled models have either a flat or triangular steamer head, and the name of the product is printed on the side of the unit.

Reason for recall

The recalled clothing steamers can expel, spray, or leak hot water during use, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled clothing steamers and contact HSN for information about how to receive a full refund for units purchased from January 2018 to December 2020, a partial refund for units purchased from January 2015 to December 2017, or a voucher for units purchased before January 2015.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 21138
Date reported May 26, 2021
Date initiated May 26, 2021
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 5.4 million (In addition, 14,300 were distributed in Canada)
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled clothing steamers and contact HSN for information about how to receive a ful…

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
This recall involves Joy/JM-branded My Little Steamer and My Little Steamer Go Mini handheld clothing steamers. The steamers are handheld electrical appliances (120V, 60Hz, 900w), which use hot steam, emitted from a nozzle head to remove wrinkles from garments and other fabrics. The steamers were sold in two sizes: the standard (or deluxe) full-size My Little Steamer or the compact-size My Little Steamer Go Mini. The steamers were sold individually or in combination sets in a variety of colors, including black, white, red, purple, and teal. Recalled models have either a flat or triangular steamer head, and the name of the product is printed on the side of the unit.. Units affected: About 5.4 million (In addition, 14,300 were distributed in Canada).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The recalled clothing steamers can expel, spray, or leak hot water during use, posing a serious burn hazard to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled clothing steamers and contact HSN for information about how to receive a full refund for units purchased from January 2018 to December 2020, a partial refund for units purchased from January 2015 to December 2017, or a voucher for units purchased before January 2015.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on May 26, 2021. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 21138.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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