As temperatures begin to drop, many people turn to heated blankets and heating pads for warmth and comfort. A recently announced recall, however, warns consumers that certain JKMAX heated products may pose serious fire and burn hazards.
On September 17, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall of approximately 195,000 JKMAX heated blankets and heating pads.
Which JKMAX Products Are Being Recalled?
The recall involves all heating pads and heated blankets sold by JKMAX, including models identified by the CPSC as:
- JKMAX-7284B
- JKMAX-6284B
- JKMAX-10090B
- JKMAX-8490B
The recalled blankets and heating pads were sold in various sizes and in blue, gray, brown, and red. They are made of polyester fabric and have a detachable white remote used to control the heat.
Consumers can locate the model number on the back of the remote. It may also appear on a white label attached to the product packaging along with the JKMAX brand name.
The products were sold online through Amazon.com from September 2022 through July 2026, either individually or in two-packs.
Why Were the Heated Blankets and Heating Pads Recalled?
According to the CPSC, the products’ internal wire heating elements can overheat, creating both fire and burn hazards.
JKMAX is aware of 577 reports involving blankets or pads that smoked, melted, or burned because of overheating heating elements. Fifty-three burn injuries have been reported.
A malfunction involving an electrically heated product can create risks beyond direct contact burns. Depending on where and how the product is being used, overheating or ignition may also damage bedding, furniture, clothing, or other nearby materials.
What Should Consumers Do?
The CPSC advises consumers to stop using the recalled JKMAX heated blankets and heating pads immediately and contact JKMAX for a full refund. Consumers can obtain additional recall information through JKMAX’s recall website or through Amazon’s “Recalls and Product Safety Alerts” page.
Anyone who owns one of these products should check the model information and follow the manufacturer’s recall instructions.
However, if a blanket or heating pad has already overheated, caught fire, or caused an injury, it may be important to preserve the product rather than immediately discard it. The product itself may provide important evidence about what occurred.
What Does the Recall Mean for Injured Consumers?
A product recall does not automatically mean that a manufacturer or seller is legally responsible for an injury, but someone injured by a defective product may still have a claim under Massachusetts law. Product liability claims may be based on negligence or breach of warranty, and products sold by a merchant are generally expected to be reasonably fit for their ordinary use.
An injured person also does not necessarily have to be the person who purchased the product. Whether a claim can be brought depends on the circumstances, including how the product failed, how it was being used, and whether the defect caused the injury.
What Evidence Should Be Preserved After an Injury?
Evidence can be particularly important in cases involving products that overheat, melt, or catch fire. If it can be done safely, consumers should consider preserving:
- The heated blanket or heating pad and its controller;
- Any damaged or detached components;
- The original packaging and instructions;
- The product’s model number and identifying labels;
- Amazon receipts, order confirmations, or other proof of purchase;
- Photographs or video of the product and any resulting damage;
- Medical records and bills related to burn or other injuries; and
- Communications with the manufacturer, retailer, or insurance company.
Photographs taken before a product is moved, altered, repaired, or discarded may also help document what occurred.
Experience With Defective Product Cases
SUGARMAN has represented individuals and families injured by dangerous and defective products for decades. These cases may require investigation into a product’s design, manufacture, warnings, testing, and the circumstances surrounding its failure.
If you or someone you love has suffered burns or other injuries involving a recalled or potentially defective consumer product, contact SUGARMAN by calling 617-542-1000, emailing , or completing our online contact form.