by Walmart has issued a recall for approximately 850,000 of its Ozark Trail 64-ounce stainless steel water bottles due to serious safety risks. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that the lid on the bottles can eject forcefully when opened, posing a significant impact and laceration hazard. At least three injuries have been reported, including two cases of permanent vision loss.
Key Details
- Product Recalled: Ozark Trail 64-ounce stainless steel water bottles
- Units Affected: About 850,000
- Sold Exclusively At: Walmart stores and Walmart.com
- Retail Price: Around $15
- Recall Number: 37-377
Reason for Recall
- The black one-piece screwcap lid can eject unexpectedly during opening.
- Reported injuries include two cases of permanent vision damage and one additional injury.
- The forceful ejection creates serious risks of impact or laceration.
Product Description
- 64-ounce insulated stainless steel bottle
- Silver in color with a black lid
- Model number on packaging: 83-662
- Manufactured in China
What Consumers Should Do
- Stop using the product immediately.
- Contact Walmart for a full refund, or return the product to any Walmart store.
- Refunds are available both in-store and through Walmart’s customer service channels.
Company Response
- Walmart has not publicly commented on the recall as of the CPSC announcement.
