Recall Hits 77,000 HotHands Rechargeable Hand Warmers
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the lithium-ion warmers can overheat and ignite, prompting a full refund offer from Kobayashi Consumer Products.
U.S. Appliance News
This page covers purchasing decisions, product safety, energy efficiency and appliance industry news. Reporting follows regulatory updates and shifts in consumer markets across the United States.
Recent news
November 9, 2026
Hunter Ends Legacy Google, Alexa Fan LinkHunterSMART ceiling fans will lose their legacy voice-assistant connection on January 1, 2027, as the brand shifts to a Matter standard.
November 9, 2026
Green Appliances Prompt Costly Panel UpgradesContractors say adding electric dryers, induction ranges and central air often requires a new electrical panel, while some experts question whether the expense is needed.
November 8, 2026
Lowe's Recalls Kobalt USB-C Battery Trimmers and SawsKobalt 24V and 48V trimmers, blowers, mowers, chainsaws and pruning saws with USB-C batteries are included in a July 2026 recall.
November 6, 2026
Harbor Freight Unveils 28kW Predator Home GeneratorThe dual fuel standby unit is designed to start within seconds of a utility power interruption and is slated for fall 2027 availability.
November 6, 2026
CPSC Recalls Whatever Works Grillers, VQQQ HeatersTwo products sold online and on Amazon are being recalled over fire, burn and gas-leak hazards.
November 5, 2026
Little Giant Recalls 3.5 Million LaddersThe ladders were sold at Lowe's and Costco stores and online, and the company has received 19 injury reports.
November 5, 2026
Baby Brezza Recalls 29,000 Sterilizer DryersThe countertop SuperFast Sterilizer Dryers can overheat and pose a burn hazard, and no injuries have been reported so far.
November 5, 2026
Consumer Safety Agency Shrinks, Slows, Closes UpConsumer Reports says the Consumer Product Safety Commission has become smaller, slower, and less open to the public since early 2025.
November 2, 2026
LG Names Hercules Industries National Service WinnerLG Electronics recognized eleven honorees, led by Hercules Industries Inc., at its Preferred Service Champion Conference in Dallas, Texas.
November 1, 2026
LG Wins All Six Categories in Consumer Reports RatingsLG Electronics was the only brand selected across six product categories on Consumer Reports' Best of 2026 list.
More in Appliances
This section follows new product standards, safety recalls, sustainability developments and market trends. It reaches every state and the manufacturing hubs that drive the broader industry. Energy efficiency mandates often force rapid design changes that impact costs and performance for households. Long-term reliability and repair trends serve as the primary indicators of quality in this sector.