On April 30, 2026, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced a nationwide recall of approximately 8.2 million Thermos food jars and beverage bottles. The stopper can eject forcefully when the container is opened after storing perishable food or beverages.

These containers feature a defect in design: they lack a pressure relief mechanism. When organic material inside creates internal pressure, the stopper launches outward directly toward the user. Storing food and beverages is the ordinary, foreseeable use of these products, making this a severe design defect.

The stopper on these Thermos products can eject like a projectile aimed directly at a person’s face. The CPSC confirmed 27 injury incidents, including three individuals who suffered permanent vision loss. With 8.2 million units in circulation for more than a decade, the actual number of unreported injuries is likely much higher.

• Permanent vision loss: Confirmed in three cases.
• Eye trauma & lacerations: Facial cuts and severe eye injuries from stopper impact.
• Blunt force injuries: Impact trauma to the face and head.
• Burns & scalding: Thermal injuries from hot contents expelled with the stopper.

1. Seek Immediate Medical Attention: Have a medical professional evaluate all eye trauma, facial cuts, or burns immediately.
2. Preserve the Defective Product: Keep the bottle, stopper, and any loose parts in a safe location. Do not alter, clean, or attempt to fix the item.
3. Document Everything: Take clear photos of your injuries, the scene of the incident, and the base of the container.
4. Save Financial Records: Retain medical bills, receipts, original purchase records, and proof of lost wages if you had to take time off of work.

The recall covers Thermos-brand containers sold from March 2008 through July 2024 at major retailers nationwide, including Target, Walmart, Amazon, and Thermos.com.

Locating Your Model Number: Flip your bottle over. The model number is stamped directly into the metal on the bottom base of the container.

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