Thermos Recalls 8.2 Million Jars and Bottles After Customers Are Injured
The New York Times • • business
Key Points:
- Thermos is voluntarily recalling about 8.2 million jars and bottles after reports of stoppers forcefully ejecting upon opening, causing injuries including three cases of permanent vision loss.
- The recall covers approximately 5.8 million Stainless King Food Jars (models SK3000 and SK3020) made before July 2023, and 2.3 million Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottles (model SK3010).
- The issue stems from stoppers lacking pressure-relief valves, allowing pressure buildup inside the containers from stored food or liquids, which can lead to the stopper ejecting suddenly.
- Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled products immediately and can request a replacement product or stopper with a pressure-relief valve via Thermos’ website; refunds are not offered.
- The affected items were sold in the U.S. for about $30 from March 2008 through July 2024, manufactured in China and Malaysia, and imported by Thermos in Schaumburg, Illinois.
