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CPSC Recalls 178,000 OCTROT Heated Blankets Over Fire, Shock Risk

On Friday, July 31, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced a nationwide recall of roughly 178,000 OCTROT heated blankets and throws over fire and electrical shock risks.[1]

The manufacturer told CPSC it had received 555 incident reports tied to the products, including 27 fires and 15 burn or electrical shock injuries.[1] CPSC warned the blanket cord can detach and ignite and told consumers to destroy the cord and submit proof to obtain a refund.[1]

The blankets and throws were sold on Amazon.com nationwide from August 2021 through December 2025 for about $40 to $60.[1] Recalled model numbers include OCT-5060, OCT-5062, OCT-6248, OCT-7284 and OCT-8490 under recall number 26-652.[1]

Owners who think they have an affected blanket should check the model number against the recall listing and follow the CPSC instructions to destroy the cord and submit proof for a refund.

  1. CBS News
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  • On Friday, July 31, 2026, CPSC announced a recall of roughly 178,000 OCTROT heated blankets and throws.
  • The manufacturer reported 555 incidents, including 27 fires and 15 burn or electrical shock injuries tied to the products.
  • The blankets and throws were sold on Amazon.com nationwide from August 2021 through December 2025 for $40-$60.
  • CPSC says the cord can detach and ignite and instructs consumers to destroy the cord and submit proof to obtain a refund.
  • Recalled models include OCT-5060, OCT-5062, OCT-6248, OCT-7284 and OCT-8490 under recall number 26-652.

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