In a recent announcement, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has flagged several products from notable brands for recall due to safety concerns. The affected items include Winston hoses, Innovative Designs Minecraft slap bracelets, and Frigidaire-brand minifridges. Here’s a detailed overview to help ensure your family’s safety.
Winston Burst-Proof Hoses
Winston is recalling approximately 3.6 million of their HydroTech Expandable Burst-Proof hoses. The concern arises from reports that these hoses can burst, leading to potential impact hazards. The CPSC has documented at least 222 incidents of bursting, which have resulted in 29 injuries, including two sprains, one bone bruise, and five cases of temporarily impaired hearing.
These hoses were available for purchase both in-store and online at various retailers, including Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Do It Best, Target, Walmart, and Amazon, from January 2021 to April 2025. If you own one of these hoses, it is advised to cease use immediately. Customers who bought the hose from Ace Hardware, Home Depot, Walmart, or Do It Best can return it for a refund. Alternatively, those who purchased it elsewhere should contact Winston Products directly to initiate a refund process via an online form. For further details, you can find the recall information on the CPSC website.
Innovative Designs Slap Bracelet
In another recall, around 75,900 units of Innovative Design’s Minecraft Light-up Slap Ruler Bracelets are being withdrawn from the market. The issue stems from the accessibility of the button cell battery, which poses a serious risk of injury to children. Although there have been no reported injuries, the company has received one incident report regarding the battery detaching from the toy.
These bracelets were sold at Walmart stores nationwide between March and May 2025. The CPSC advises anyone in possession of this bracelet to stop using it immediately and keep it out of children’s reach. To obtain a refund, customers should contact the company and provide a picture of the disposed item via email at info@innovativenyc.com. More information regarding the recall can be found on the CPSC website.
Curtis International Minifridges
Lastly, approximately 634,000 Curtis International Frigidaire-brand Minifridges are being recalled due to a potential short-circuiting issue that could lead to ignition, thereby posing a fire risk. The CPSC has recorded 26 reports of these minifridges sparking, smoking, overheating, melting, and even catching fire. Notably, two individuals have reported smoke inhalation injuries, with property damages exceeding 0,000.
These minifridges were sold at Walmart, both online and in-store, as well as on Amazon from January 2020 to December 2023. If you own one of these appliances, it is crucial to stop using it immediately and follow the instructions provided on the company’s website to secure a refund. Additionally, the minifridge should be disposed of in accordance with local and state regulations. For further details, refer to the recall information available on the CPSC website.
