HoMedics handheld massagers

The cord can break near the base of the massager and expose the wires, posing an electric shock and burn hazards. sold at Bed Bath & Beyond, Macy's, Rite-Aid, Walmart and other stores nationwide and HSN from August 2013 – February 2017.

What you are looking at

HHP-375H model Handheld Dual Node Percussion Massager with Heat

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Affected model numbers

Why it was recalled

The cord can break near the base of the massager and expose the wires, posing an electric shock and burn hazards.

140

Incident reports to the firm

Injuries reported

SaferProducts.gov reports

HoMedics has received 140 reports of exposed wires, sparks, smoking and some shooting flames coming from the massagers. There have been 15 reports of burn injuries to consumer's fingers and other parts of the body.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund

What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled massagers and contact HoMedics for instructions on removing the cord and to receive a refund in the form of a credit for any replacement product from the firm.

Product and sales details

UnitsAbout 400,000

Made inChina

Sold atBed Bath & Beyond, Macy's, Rite-Aid, Walmart and other stores nationwide and HSN

Sales periodAugust 2013 – February 2017

How to reach the firm

Phone

888-803-0509

7 a.m. to 6 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at http://www

Recall page

http://www.homedics.com

Verify phone numbers, hours and web addresses on the current CPSC notice before contacting the firm.