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Vivitar Recalls Hot/Cold Massage Balls Due to Burn Hazard; Sold Exclusively at Target

Date: April 4, 2019
Company: Sakar International dba Vivitar, of Edison, N.J.
Status: Ongoing
Source: CPSC

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled massage balls and return them to any Target store for a full refund. Options: Refund

Affected Products

This recall involves Vivitar Hot/Cold Massage Balls. The massage balls are teal, light pink or lavender and come in a package of two balls - one smooth ball and one with raised bumps. The name "Vivitar," model number, date code, and UPC can be found on the bottom of the product packaging. The date code can also be found on the smooth ball. Model Number Date Code UPC F19-MB-TL MID# 1940918 681066474037 F19-MB-LP MID# 1940918 681066305645 F19-MB-LV MID# 1940918 681066182475

Why Was This Recalled?

The massage balls can leak or rupture during or after microwaving, posing a burn hazard to consumers.

Where Was This Sold?

Distribution information not available.

About Sakar International dba Vivitar, of Edison, N.J.

Sakar International dba Vivitar, of Edison, N.J. has 1 total recall tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the CPSC. Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report