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JKMAX Recalls Heated Blankets and Heating Pads Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsSold on AmazonSep 17, 2026
Recalled JKMAX Heated Blanket (Brown)
Recalled JKMAX Heated Blanket (Brown)
Recalled JKMAX Heated Blanket (Red)
Recalled JKMAX Heated Blanket (Red)
Recalled JKMAX Heated Blanket (Gray)
Recalled JKMAX Heated Blanket (Gray)
Recalled JKMAX Heated Blanket (Blue)
Recalled JKMAX Heated Blanket (Blue)
Recalled JKMAX Heating Pad
Recalled JKMAX Heating Pad
Model Identification of the Recalled Blankets and Pads can be Found on the Remote
Model Identification of the Recalled Blankets and Pads can be Found on the Remote

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The internal wire heating elements of the blankets and pads can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled blankets and pads immediately and contact JKMax for a full refund.

Refund

Incidents & injuries

JKMax is aware of 577 reports of blankets smoking, melting or burning due to the heating elements overheating, including 53 burn injuries.

Product description

This recall involves all heating pads and heated blankets sold by JKMax, including models JKMAX-002, JKMAX-7284B, JKMAX-6284B, JKMAX-10090B, JKMAX-8490B and JKMAX-6284B. The heated blankets and heating pads are blue, gray, brown or red. They are made of polyester fabric and are machine washable. The blankets and pads were sold in multiple sizes, and both have a detachable white remote that can be used to adjust the heat. The model number is located on the back of the remote and is also printed on a white label affixed to the product packaging along with the brand name "JKMAX".

Sold on

Amazon.com from September 2022 through July 2026 as both a one-pack or a two-pack.

Contact the company

JKMAX toll-free at 800-917-5732 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at [email protected], online at www.jkmaxrecall.com or amazon.com and click on “Recalls and Product Safety Alerts” at the bottom of the page to learn more.

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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