Costco Issues Multiple Product Recalls: What Shoppers Need to Know
Costco has recently flagged nearly a dozen recalled products, ranging from electronics to food items, with some posing serious safety risks. The affected items include power banks, air conditioners, tires, exercise equipment, and prepared foods—many of which require immediate discontinuation of use.
Key Recalls Affecting Costco Shoppers
Electronics & Appliances
- Anker PowerCore 20K Power Bank: Potential lithium-ion battery overheating and fire risk. Consumers should “stop using immediately.”
- Midea U-Shape Window Air Conditioners: Pooled water may cause mold growth, posing respiratory risks. Multiple brands affected, including Frigidaire and Insignia.
- Ninja Foodi Pressure Cooker + Air Fryer: Reports of lids opening under pressure, risking severe burns. Customers advised to stop using the pressure-cooking function until a replacement lid is obtained.
Automotive & Outdoor Equipment
- Michelin Agilis CrossClimate Tires (185/60R15C): Tread separation risk due to failure to meet federal endurance standards.
- Bridgestone Blizzak 6 Tires (235/40R19): Missing DOT certification seal, increasing potential crash risks.
- Igloo 90 Qt Flip & Tow Rolling Cooler: Handle design may cause fingertip amputations or crushing injuries. Immediate discontinuation recommended.
Food & Beverages
- Topo Chico Mineral Water (18pk, select TX/LA lots): Possible pseudomonas contamination, particularly risky for immunocompromised individuals.
- Fresh and Ready Foods Sandwiches/Salads (AZ, CA, NV, WA): Listeria contamination in products with a May 11 use-by date. May cause severe illness or pregnancy complications.
Fitness Equipment
- BowFlex Adjustable Dumbbells: Reports of weight plates detaching during use, posing impact injury risks. Customers told to “immediately stop using.”
What Should Customers Do?
- Discontinue Use: If a product is recalled, follow manufacturer instructions—many require immediate cessation of use.
- Return or Replace: Costco typically honors returns for recalled items, though some categories (e.g., electronics, custom orders) have restrictions.
Costco’s Return Policy Highlights
- General Rule: Most items can be returned indefinitely, except:
- Electronics (90-day window).
- Tires/batteries (subject to product-specific warranties