Thermos recalls 8M bottles, jars after defect blinds 3 people
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Key Points:
- Thermos is recalling over 8 million Stainless King Food Jars and Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottles due to a defect causing stoppers to forcefully eject, resulting in injuries including permanent vision loss for three users.
- The recall affects products sold from March 2008 through July 2024, including specific models SK3000, SK3020, and SK3010, which lack a pressure-relief mechanism leading to pressure buildup inside the containers.
- Consumers are advised to stop using the recalled items immediately and contact Thermos for a free replacement stopper or bottle depending on the model.
- The products were sold at major retailers such as Target, Walmart, and online platforms including Amazon, with manufacturing origins in China and Malaysia.
- The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) reported 27 incidents of stoppers striking users and highlighted the serious injury risks posed by the defect.
