OCTROT heated sherpa throws and blankets recalled for fire and burn hazard from detaching electrical cord
What this means
The electrical cord on OCTROT heated throws and blankets can detach and ignite, creating a fire hazard. The company has received reports of 27 fires and 15 burn or electrical shock injuries linked to the product.
- Stop using the recalled throw or blanket immediately.
- Unplug the electrical cord and cut it in half.
- Take a photo of the cut cord and email it to OctrotRecall@gmail.com.
- Dispose of the destroyed product.
- Contact OCTROT for a full refund.
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The agency's original wording
The electrical cord on the recalled throws and blankets can detach and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury or death from fire, burn and shock hazards.
Consumers should stop using the recalled throws and blankets immediately and contact OCTROT for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to destroy the throws and blankets by unplugging the electrical cord and cutting it in half, and to send a photo of the destroyed product, showing the cut electrical cord, to OctrotRecall@gmail.com. Consumers should then dispose of the destroyed recalled products.
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/Heated-Sherpa-Throws-and-Blankets-Recalled-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Injury-or-Death-from-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Sold-on-Amazon-by-OCTROTWant us to check the next one for you?
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