Handheld Massagers Recalled by Fourstar Group Due to Burn Hazard from Leaking Batteries
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2011-12-13 · 12707
Hazards
The massager's batteries can leak, posing a burn hazard or skin irritation to consumers.
Recall
Number
12707
Date
2011-12-13
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Handheld Massage Pets
Remedies
Options
Refund
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Qingxi Shangpin Electrical Working Shop, of China (massager); Dongguan City Liwang Battery Co., Ltd., of China (battery)
Retailer(s)
BJ's Wholesale Clubs from September 2011 through December 2011 for about $8.
Importer(s)
Fourstar Group USA Inc., of Bedford Heights, Ohio
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves ladybug and bee-shaped "Massage Pet" handheld massagers. The ladybugs are red and black and the bees are yellow and black. The massagers measure 3 1/2 inches tall and 5 inches wide and were sold with two Kendal brand AA batteries. "Massage Pets" and "Dating code 1210A" are printed on the massager's hangtag along with UPC 0 49696 60453 6 for the ladybug and UPC 0 49696 60454 3 for the bee.