Costco Recall Update as Customers Told to 'Immediately' Stop Using Products
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Costco has announced recalls for several products stocked in its stores, with some notices instructing customers to stop using the items immediately.
Danby Air Conditioners
Customers who purchased Danby brand U-shaped window Air Conditioners from Costco between June 10, 2021, and February 2, 2022, have been warned to stop using the products immediately.
The supplier Midea America Corp. is recalling the product as they say the air conditioners present a risk of mold growth, due to pooled water in the appliance not draining quickly enough.
Mold exposure poses risks of respiratory issues or other infections, the recall notice said.
The supplier is offering a free repair kit, depending on the model of air conditioner, or a full or prorated refund. Costco members can return the air conditioner to a Costco warehouse for a full refund.
The items have the model number DAC080B6IWDB-6.
BowFlex Dumbbells
Customers who have purchased BowFlex 552 adjustable dumbbells from Costco have been advised to immediately stop using the product due to malfunctioning risks.
A photo showing a Costco branch in Madrid, Spain on May 19 2022. Several products stocked in Costco have been recalled.
A photo showing a Costco branch in Madrid, Spain on May 19 2022. Several products stocked in Costco have been recalled.
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Johnson Health Tech Trading has issued a voluntary recall of the product due to reports that the weight plates on the dumbbells can dislodge from the handle during use, which poses an impact hazard.
Customers can return the items to Costco for a full refund.
Anker Power Banks
Anker has issued a voluntary recall of several of its power banks due to a potential issue involving lithium-ion battery cells.
The company stated the recall is limited to power banks of the Model A1257 (10,000mAh, 22.5W), which were manufactured by a single vendor, and noted that the risk of malfunction remains low.
Any customers who have purchased an affected power bank can receive a replacement after providing proof of their purchase.
Michelin Tires
Michelin has recalled certain tires that it says do not conform to regulatory requirements and could, therefore, increase the risk of a car crash.
The affected products are certain Agilis CrossClimate C-Metric tires in the 185/60R15C size, which were found to not meet the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 139, which sets safety and performance requirements for new radial tires on light vehicles.
The company said that chunks of tread rubber could detach from the shoulder block of the tires.
Customers who have purchased the affected tires are asked to visit their local Michelin retailer, which will remove the tires and replace them with an equivalent tire free of charge.
The recall notice provides information about how to identify whether tires are from the affected batch.
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