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Homedics Recalls Massagers Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Reported: January 4, 2024 Initiated: January 4, 2024 #24076

Product Description

This recall involves the HoMedics Therapist Select Massagers with model number HHP-715. The product has a 120 VAC, 60 HZ power cord. "HoMedics" is printed on the side of the barrel of the product. The products are black with a handle, housing and massage head attached to the end. The product has four interchangeable massage heads. Only manufacturing dates through the end of 2022 and prior are included in the recall. The manufacturing date is represented by a date code found on a sticker on the underside of the product's barrel. Date codes are a 4-digit number WWYY where WW is the sequential week of the year and YY is the last two digits of the manufacturing year. Only products with a YY of 20, 21 or 22 are subject to this recall.

Reason for Recall

The massagers can overheat while charging, posing fire and burn hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using or charging the recalled massagers and contact Homedics for instructions to receive a full refund or a refund in the form of a credit toward any Homedics product, including a 20% bonus.

Details

Units Affected
About 46,000 (In addition, about 41,000 were sold in Canada)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves the HoMedics Therapist Select Massagers with model number HHP-715. The product has a 120 VAC, 60 HZ power cord. "HoMedics" is printed on the side of the barrel of the product. The products are black with a handle, housing and massage head attached to the end. The product has four interchangeable massage heads. Only manufacturing dates through the end of 2022 and prior are included in the recall. The manufacturing date is represented by a date code found on a sticker on the underside of the product's barrel. Date codes are a 4-digit number WWYY where WW is the sequential week of the year and YY is the last two digits of the manufacturing year. Only products with a YY of 20, 21 or 22 are subject to this recall.. Units affected: About 46,000 (In addition, about 41,000 were sold in Canada).
Why was this product recalled?
The massagers can overheat while charging, posing fire and burn hazards.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should immediately stop using or charging the recalled massagers and contact Homedics for instructions to receive a full refund or a refund in the form of a credit toward any Homedics product, including a 20% bonus.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on January 4, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 24076.