Over 8 million Thermos products recalled for potential 'serious impact injury' risk
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Key Points:
- Thermos is voluntarily recalling over 8 million Stainless King Food Jars and Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottles due to a defect that can cause the stopper to forcefully eject, posing serious injury risks including permanent vision loss.
- The recall affects models SK3000 and SK3020 food jars made before July 2023 and SK3010 bottles, with about 27 reported incidents of injuries, including three cases of permanent vision loss.
- The issue stems from a missing pressure relief function in the stopper, which can cause it to eject when opening containers storing perishable items for extended periods.
- Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled products and contact Thermos for a replacement stopper or product, with specific instructions for returning the stopper or bottle depending on the model.
- The affected products were sold at major retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon from March 2008 through July 2024, priced around $30.
