Costco Pulls Over a Dozen Products: Here's What You Need to Know

Retail giant Costco has announced the withdrawal of more than a dozen items that are currently part of its catalog. This decision, made in collaboration with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), addresses concerns about the safety of products already present in thousands of households across the country.

Among the pulled items are electronic devices, food products, medical supplements, exercise equipment, tires, and household appliances. The reasons for the recall range from mechanical and electrical defects to bacterial contamination or breaches of federal regulations. Here is the list of products the company advises customers to stop using. Many manufacturers are offering replacements or accepting returns. In some cases, Costco will issue a refund.

Highlighted Product Recalls

- The Anker model A1257 external battery, sold through Costco Next, may have internal failures in its lithium-ion cells. Although considered a low risk, the company warns consumers to stop using it immediately due to the possibility of overheating. Anker has already set up a process for obtaining a free replacement.

- Window air conditioners, model DAC080B6IWDB-6, from the Danby brand, along with several models from Midea, do not drain accumulated water quickly enough, which promotes mold formation inside the system. This not only damages the device but can also have implications for users' respiratory health, especially if they are allergic or immunocompromised.

- Two types of tires: the Michelin Agilis CrossClimate in size 185/60R15C, show rubber tread separation, which could lead to accidents. Meanwhile, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 in size 235/40R19 lacks the mandatory DOT symbol, meaning they do not meet federal safety certification and could be improperly used, increasing road risk.

- The Anker PowerCore 10000 (A1263) portable battery, implicated in several overheating incidents and even fires. Authorities urge users to stop using it immediately and contact the brand.

- BowFlex 552 adjustable dumbbells have also been recalled because some weight plates can detach during use, posing a serious injury risk. The manufacturer is offering solutions to affected users.

- Topo Chico mineral water in glass bottles (18-pack, lot #13A2541) due to possible contamination with pseudomonas, a bacterium that, while usually not dangerous for healthy individuals, can cause infections in people with compromised immune systems.

Potential Health Risks and Safety Concerns

- Prepared foods from "Fresh and Ready Foods" (only sold in Costco stores in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Washington). Sandwiches and salads with an expiration date of May 11, 2025, are being recalled due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium capable of causing severe infections, miscarriages, or stillbirths.

- The Igloo 90 Qt Flip & Tow rolling cooler was recalled due to a defect in its handle, which can close abruptly and trap users' fingers, with reports of severe injuries, including amputations.

- The Ninja Foodi pressure cooker with an air fryer has a defect that allows the lid to open while the interior is still pressurized, representing a clear risk of burns. The company advises against using it until a replacement lid is received.

- The Segway Ninebot Max G30LP electric scooter, due to failures in its folding mechanism that can cause the device to collapse while in motion, posing a potential fall hazard.

- The Sublue water scooter, available in white or blue, due to a fire risk associated with its battery when used underwater.

- Kirkland Signature Severe Cold & Flu Plus Congestion medication (lot P140082) was recalled due to possible contamination with an unidentified foreign material. Although no health consequences have been reported, it is recommended to avoid its consumption and return it to the store.

For more information, you can check the official product recall page on Costco's website.