MaxKare Electric Blankets Recalled Due to Burn and Fire Hazards; Manufactured by Yumo and Sold Exclusively on Walmart.com

Recall Date
2025-06-18
Manufacturer
Shenzhen Yumo Commerce and Trade Corporation, of China
Units Affected
About 8,560

Products Involved

MaxKare Electric Blankets

Hazard

The recalled blankets can overheat and ignite, posing burn and fire hazards.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and contact Yumo for instructions on how to properly dispose of the blankets. Consumers will be asked to upload a photo of the blanket to [email protected] and confirm disposal in order to get a full refund.

Reported Injuries

Yumo has received 34 reports of overheating, including three reports of burn injuries and two reports that the blankets caught on fire.

Sold At

Exclusively on Amazon from September 2024 through May 2025 for between $12 and $47.

Manufactured In

China

Full Recall Description

This recall involves MaxKare Electric Blankets with six heating levels and a nine-hour auto-off function. They were sold in three sizes: 62 inches by 84 inches (twin), 72 inches by 84 inches (full), and 84 inches by 90 inches (queen). The recall only includes model numbers HB18A-7284-1, HB18A-8490-2 and HB18A-6284-1. The brand name, MaxKare, and the model numbers are on the tag attached to the blanket. The blankets come in brown and gray and are machine washable.

Data source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) via SaferProducts.gov.

For the most current recall information, check directly with CPSC or the manufacturer.

Last verified: 2026-03-28