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.
Astra International is recalling glove compartment organizers because the flashlight can overheat and cause burns. Consumers should contact Consumers Union for a refund or replacement.
Cadet Manufacturing is recalling RM and ZM model in-wall electric heaters because they may overheat and cause fires when installed in specific wall cans.
Hunter Fan Co. is recalling approximately 100,000 humidifiers because their motors can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using the units and contact the company for a replacement or refund.
Whirlpool is recalling approximately 1.4 million dehumidifiers sold between 1997 and 2001 because they can overheat and cause fires.
Next Level Communications is recalling PowDec power supplies for computer modems because an internal component can overheat and melt the plastic housing, posing a thermal burn hazard.
TruHeat Corp. is recalling approximately 142,000 No-Fault 6000 model spa heaters sold with Hot Spring and Tiger River spas because an internal electrical connection can overheat and ignite the unit.
CPSC is recalling about 13,000 notebook computer batteries that can overheat, smoke, or catch fire. Consumers should stop using them and call for a free replacement.
Whirlpool is recalling 1.8 million microwave-hood combinations sold under Whirlpool, KitchenAid, and Kenmore brands because they can overheat and catch fire.
Biddeford Textile Corp. recalled about 394,000 electric blankets because loose plugs can overheat and cause fires. No injuries were reported.
Compaq is recalling over 1.4 million AC adapters for notebook computers because they can overheat and cause fires. No injuries were reported.
Oreck is recalling AC adaptors for ZipVac rechargeable vacuums because they can overheat and melt, posing burn and electric shock risks. No injuries have been reported.
Apple is recalling approximately 570,000 Macintosh PowerBook 45W AC adapters because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard. Consumers should stop using them and contact Apple for a free replacement.
Dell is recalling Inspiron 5000 battery modules because they can overcharge, become hot, and catch fire. Consumers should stop using them immediately.
LG Electronics is recalling approximately 100,000 portable dehumidifiers sold under Goldstar, General Electric, and Sears Kenmore brands due to an internal electrical connection that can overheat and cause fire.
Lithonia Lighting is recalling ELM and ELM2 emergency lights because an internal component can overheat on 277-volt systems, posing a fire risk.
Meijer is recalling about 5,000 'All That Glitters' light and glitter wands because the batteries can short-circuit, causing the handles to overheat and melt, posing a burn risk to children.
Walgreens is recalling about 9,000 Professional Series Fiber Optic 3 ft. Trees because a color wheel in the stand can overheat and catch fire.
Agis Enterprises is recalling specific electric fans that may overheat, cause electrocution, or allow finger contact with blades.
Compaq is recalling Armada notebook computer battery packs that can short circuit, overheat, and catch fire. Consumers should stop using them and contact Compaq for a replacement.
Dell is recalling approximately 27,000 notebook computer batteries because they can short circuit, overheat, and catch fire. Consumers should contact Dell to verify if their battery is affected.
IBM is recalling approximately 220,000 AC adapters for specific ThinkPad and WorkPad models because they can overheat and pose a fire hazard.
Sta-Rite Industries is recalling about 29,000 battery chargers for Flotec and Sears sump pumps because they can overheat and ignite.
Toymax is recalling Arcadia Electronic Skeet Shoot game cartridges because they can overheat, melt, and smoke, posing a burn risk.
Holmes Products Corp. is recalling approximately 45,000 Wide-Angle portable heaters because improperly positioned thermostats can cause overheating and fire.
West Bend is recalling about 16,000 model W10120 water distillers because they can overheat and catch fire. Consumers should stop using the units immediately.