Check to See If Your BlendJet Is Being Recalled Due to Overheating and Fire Risk
If you received a portable blender as a holiday gift or purchased one in the last three years, you may need to stop making smoothies and return it. BlendJet is recalling 4.8 million of its BlendJet 2 blenders, which have been on the market since 2020, due to reports of base units overheating and catching fire, as well as blades breaking off.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) noted 329 broken blades and 17 overheated blenders, as well as one laceration, 49 minor burns and $150,000 in property damage. Consumer Reports found similar hazards when testing the durability of the BlendJet 2.
Which BlendJet blenders are being recalled?
BlendJet is recalling 4.8 million BlendJet 2 handheld blenders with serial numbers whose first four digits are between 5201 and 5542. (The serial number can be found on the bottom of the base unit.) These blenders were sold from October 2020 to November 2023. in the US and Canada at BlendJet.com and through retailers such as Costco, Target and Walmart.
According to BlendJet, products currently on the market are not subject to recall.
What should I do if my BlendJet 2 has been recalled?
If your BlendJet 2 matches the serial number listed above, please stop using it immediately. You will need to verify that your device is subject to the recall by entering the serial number on the BlendJet recall page under “Is my product being recalled?” or call the company at (844) 334-0562 between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time. If you have multiple blenders, you will have to check each one separately.
If your device is recalled, you will be asked to complete a registration form to receive a replacement. Once instructed, you will need to remove and save the jar and lid, then remove and cut the rubber seal into three pieces. Finally, you will need to take a photo of the destroyed blender to file a claim. BlendJet will ship your new base unit within 4-6 weeks – no need to send your faulty base back.
You do not need the original receipt to file a claim, but you do need to have photo evidence available.