JKMAX Recalls Heated Blankets and Heating Pads Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Recall 26778 · Sep 17, 2026 · Jkmax
195,000
units affected
195,000
units affected
Facts
- Recall number
- 26778
- Date
- Sep 17, 2026
- Company
- Jkmax
- Units affected
- 195,000
- Product
- JKMAX Heated Blankets and Heating Pads
- Product type
- Electric Heating Pads
- Remedy
- Refund
- Hazard
- Fire
The product
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".
What can happen
The internal wire heating elements of the blankets and pads can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
The fix
Consumers should stop using the recalled blankets and pads immediately and contact JKMax for a full refund.
Incidents and where it was sold
- Incidents
- JKMax is aware of 577 reports of blankets smoking, melting or burning due to the heating elements overheating, including 53 burn injuries.
- Sold at
- Sold Online At: Amazon.com from September 2022 through July 2026 as both a one-pack or a two-pack.
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Questions and answers
What should I do with the recalled jkmax heated blankets and heating pads?
Consumers should stop using the recalled blankets and pads immediately and contact JKMax for a full refund.
What is the hazard?
The internal wire heating elements of the blankets and pads can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards to consumers.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data; texts are shortened. Contact the company named above for the remedy.