Independent reference · Facts sourced from CPSC, ENERGY STAR and DOE Record verified Aug 18, 2026
Active recall — stop using this product now.
Remedy: full refund · About 60,000 units
Recall No. 19-099 Published April 4, 2019

Hot/cold massage balls

The massage balls can leak or rupture during or after microwaving, posing a burn hazard to consumers. Manufactured by Sakar International dba Vivitar and sold at Target stores nationwide from December 2018 – February 2019 for about $5.

Recalled hot/cold massage balls
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Recalled hot/cold massage balls

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Affected model numbers
UPC codes
681066474037 681066305645 681066182475

Why it was recalled

The massage balls can leak or rupture during or after microwaving, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

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Incident reports to the firm
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Injuries reported
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SaferProducts.gov reports

The firm has received 84 reports of massage balls bursting during microwaving, including 17 reports of burns to various parts of the body.

The official remedy

Remedy type: refund
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What to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled massage balls and return them to any Target store for a full refund.

Product and sales details

ManufacturerSakar International dba Vivitar, of Edison, N.J.
UnitsAbout 60,000
Made inChina
Sold atTarget stores nationwide
Sales periodDecember 2018 – February 2019
PriceAbout $5

How to reach the firm

Phone
800-440-0680
7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT Monday through Friday or online at www
Recall page
www.target.com

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