Hazard
742 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.
Of the 742 overheating recalls we have scored against our rubric, 7 (1%) are Critical — deaths or serious injuries reported, or the agency’s own highest classification — and 282 (38%) are Severe.
Which agencies issued them
Hazard tags are short, machine-readable labels we attach to every recall to make cross-cutting queries possible — “all overheating recalls regardless of agency”, “all listeria recalls in California”, “all airbag recalls in 2025”. The tags are extracted from each recall’s source text during the LLM rewrite step and validated against a fixed schema.
A recall can carry multiple tags — a Listeria recall might also be tagged ready-to-eat and undeclared-allergen. Use the full-text search if you want to combine hazard tags with brand or category filters.
Lexar Media is recalling specific JumpDrive FireFly and Secure II models because they may overheat, posing a risk of burns and property damage.
Applica Consumer Products Inc. is recalling about 420,000 Black & Decker Thermal Coffeemakers because they may overheat, melt, and cause fire or burn injuries.
Hewlett-Packard is recalling HP Photosmart R707 digital cameras because they can cause non-rechargeable batteries to overheat and catch fire. Consumers should stop using the cameras and download a firmware update.
Hoshino USA is recalling about 700 Ibanez electric basses because improper battery installation can cause overheating and fire. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
HP is recalling specific notebook computer batteries that may overheat, melt, or catch fire. Consumers should stop using affected batteries and contact HP for a free replacement.
Memcorp is recalling battery packs for Disney-brand personal DVD players because they can overheat and burst, posing a burn risk.
ClearOne Communications is recalling about 4,200 rechargeable battery packs sold with MAX Wireless Conference Phones because they can overheat and melt, posing a burn risk.
QVC is recalling Thunder Spin R.C. Road Rage Stunt Machine Toy Trucks because electrical circuits can overheat, posing a fire risk.
Signals Catalogue Corp. is recalling about 1,200 London Underground Neon Wall Signs because the AC adaptors can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Olympus is recalling about 1.2 million 35mm film cameras in the U.S. because a flash circuit defect can cause overheating and smoke, posing a burn risk.
QVC is recalling Pro Flying Saucers because the battery charger cord can overheat and cause fires. Consumers should stop using the product and contact QVC for a replacement cord.
Dell is recalling approximately 22,000 notebook computer batteries sold in the U.S. because they can overheat and pose a fire risk. Consumers should stop using affected batteries and contact Dell for a free replacement.
Thane International is recalling about 35,000 Perfect Air Ultra air purifiers because an overheating capacitor can cause arcing and fire. No injuries have been reported.
Nikon is recalling EN-EL3 rechargeable battery packs sold with digital SLR cameras because they can short circuit, overheat, and melt, posing a burn hazard.
Cracker Barrel is recalling about 3,700 miniature musical bells Christmas trees because they can overheat and melt, posing a fire hazard. No injuries or property damage have been reported.
The Holmes Group is recalling about 180,000 tower heater fans because fraying power cords can cause overheating and fire. Consumers should stop using the units immediately.
LG Electronics and Sears are recalling about 20,800 three-door refrigerators because a faulty component can cause the condenser fan motor to overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Polaris is recalling about 61,020 ATVs because defective Electronic Control Modules may overheat and cause a fire. No injuries have been reported.
Battery-Biz is recalling about 10,000 Hi-Capacity rechargeable notebook computer batteries because an internal short can cause overheating and fire. Consumers should stop using them immediately.
Belkin is recalling Li-Polymer battery packs sold with Bluetooth GPS Navigation Systems because they can overheat, expand, and rupture, creating a fire hazard.
Razor USA is recalling about 584,000 PowMax battery chargers sold with electric scooters and ride-on vehicles because they can overheat and cause minor burns or property damage.
Whirlpool is recalling about 529,000 KitchenAid coffeemakers because an internal electrical component can overheat and ignite, posing a fire hazard.
Apple is recalling approximately 128,000 lithium-ion batteries for iBook G4 and PowerBook G4 computers in the U.S. because an internal short can cause overheating and fire.
The Holmes Group is recalling about 13,500 portable electric heaters sold by QVC due to improperly crimped wires that can cause overheating, melting, or fire.
Polaris is recalling about 14,882 ATVs because defective Electronic Control Modules may overheat and cause a fire. No injuries have been reported.