Thermos recalls 8.2M bottles, jars after 3 reports of vision loss
Thermos is recalling more than 8 million jars and bottles following three reports of permanent vision loss due to problems with the stoppers on the containers.
ground.newsHere’s the latest on the Thermos recall in 2026 based on recent safety notices and news coverage.
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What happened: Thermos issued a recall in April 2026 for over 8 million stainless steel food jars and beverage bottles due to a stopper defect that can eject under pressure, posing injury risks. Several reports noted injuries from the ejecting stoppers, including eye injuries. This recall is described as one of the more serious product safety actions of 2026. [Cited sources: recall reports and safety notices from late April 2026][2][3][4]
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Affected products: The recall covers Thermos Stainless King Food Jars and certain Thermos Food/Beverage Bottles with specific model numbers (e.g., SK3000, SK3020, SK3010) sold nationwide through retailers and online platforms from around 2008–2024. Thermos is offering free replacement stoppers and guidance to stop using the affected products immediately.[4][5][2]
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Consumer guidance: If you own a potentially affected Thermos container, stop using it, check model numbers against recalled lists, contact Thermos for a free replacement stopper or other remedy, and monitor official recall instructions. Numerous outlets have summarized the recall and safety warnings for shoppers and retailers.[3][5][2]
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Media coverage: Major outlets and safety-focused sites have reported on the recall, emphasizing the severity due to injuries and the recall scope across major retailers like Walmart, Target, and Amazon. Some coverage notes include the number of injuries (27 reported) and three cases of permanent vision loss linked to stopper ejections.[2][3][4]
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Citations: Thermos recall details and injury reports cited in recent coverage.[3][4][2]