05.05.2026 20:46
In the USA, 8.2 million products from the Thermos brand have been recalled because the lids can forcefully fly off when opened. Models without pressure relief valves have caused serious injuries, with three people suffering permanent vision loss. Authorities have warned users to immediately stop using the products.
US-based Thermos voluntarily recalled approximately 8.2 million thermoses and food containers due to a safety issue with its products. The company took action following complaints that the lids could fly off towards the user when opened.
LACK OF PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE CREATED DANGER
According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the recalled products lack a pressure relief valve. Food and beverages left inside the container for extended periods create pressure, causing the lid to eject uncontrollably when opened.
PERMANENT VISION LOSS REPORTED IN 3 PEOPLE
Officials stated that 27 separate injury reports were received due to lids hitting users. These cases included cuts and conditions requiring medical attention, while three people suffered permanent vision loss from lids striking their eyes.
WHICH MODELS WERE RECALLED?
The recall covers the Stainless King Food Jar models SK3000 and SK3020, and the Sportsman Food & Beverage Bottle model SK3010, produced before July 2023. Product model numbers are located on the bottom. These thermoses were sold across the US between 2008 and 2024 at a price of approximately $30.
USERS WARNED TO "STOP USE IMMEDIATELY"
Thermos urged consumers who own affected products to stop using them immediately. The company stated that customers with these products should fill out a request form on the official website to request either a replacement product or a new lid with a pressure relief valve, depending on the product type. However, it was noted that no refunds would be issued and products should not be returned to stores.
REPLACEMENT PROCESS MAY TAKE WEEKS
The company announced that the replacement process could take 7 to 9 weeks. It was shared that the products, manufactured in China and Malaysia, were imported by Illinois-based Thermos.