More than 360,000 electric balloon pumps sold at Dollar Tree stores and online are being recalled because they can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
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The recall was published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on Thursday.
Electric balloon pumps sold at Dollar Tree recalled
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The recall involves about 360,500 electric balloon pumps.
The pumps have two operating modes – continuous and touch-on – and are made of plastic. They are pink with a blue handle and have two nozzles.Â
The recall covers about 360,500 pink-and-blue pumps sold from August 2025 through July 2026 for about $17. (Credit: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission)
The model number, 406198, is printed on a silver rating label on the bottom of the pump and on its packaging.Â
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The pumps were sold at Dollar Tree stores nationwide and online at Dollar Tree and DoorDash from August 2025 through July 2026 for about $17.
Recall follows reports of overheating
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The agency said the recall follows three reports of the pumps overheating. One report involved flames inside the unit, while another involved the pump exploding. No injuries have been reported.
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The U.S. CPSC said consumers should stop using the pumps immediately and return them to any Dollar Tree store for a full refund. Customers who purchased the pumps online should contact Dollar Tree to receive a prepaid shipping label to return the product for a refund.
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