By: Dr Ghulam ullah DVM | Date: July 2025

 Introduction 

A Wake-Up Call for Shoppers Across America

In July 2025, a major consumer safety alert rattled thousands of households across the United States and Canada: Costco Wholesale, one of the largest retail chains in North America, has issued an urgent product recall. The notice came with a strong warning—customers must “immediately stop using” several identified products due to potential health hazards and safety risks.

This isn't just another routine product recall. Instead, it involves a range of popular items—from household appliances and food items to children's products—all flagged for serious safety concerns, including fire risks, contamination, and choking hazards. In today’s consumer-driven world where families rely heavily on warehouse retailers for their bulk buys and trusted brands, such announcements cause widespread concern.


Costco has built its reputation on product quality and customer service. But even with rigorous supplier vetting, the occasional defective or dangerous item can slip through the cracks—often due to manufacturing errors, supply chain mismanagement, or post-market discovery of risks.

This article will take a deep dive into the ongoing Costco recall crisis, including:

The exact products involved in the recall,

Why customers are being told to stop using them immediately,

What actions you should take right now if you’ve purchased these items,

And how Costco and government agencies are responding to the issue.

If you’ve shopped at Costco recently or know someone who has, this information could be critical to your health and safety. Stay informed, stay alert, and most importantly—act fast.

Part 2: What’s Being Recalled – A Detailed Breakdown of the Affected Products

Let’s begin with the core of the issue—which products have been flagged for immediate recall? The latest recall alert includes multiple product categories, meaning the threat may be sitting in your pantry, toy bin, or kitchen cabinet without you even realizing it.

1. Contaminated Frozen Berries (Kirkland Signature Mixed Berries)

Reason for Recall: Potential contamination with Hepatitis A virus

Packaging: 4 lb bags, frozen section, under Kirkland brand

Lot Numbers Affected: Lot 12504922 to 12505955

Risk: Consumption could lead to serious liver infection

Symptoms to Watch: Fever, fatigue, nausea, joint pain, yellow skin/eyes

Costco issued a notice after a series of lab tests revealed that some batches of frozen berries could be contaminated with Hepatitis A. The FDA confirmed the results and advised a nationwide recall of all affected lots. This product was sold both in-store and online from May to July 2025.

2. Electric Pressure Cooker (Brand: Sensio Bella Pro Series)

Reason for Recall: Fire and burn hazard due to faulty lid lock mechanism

Model Numbers Affected: 1384567, 1287954

Risk: The lid may open unexpectedly under pressure, causing hot liquid ejection

Several customers reported injuries ranging from second-degree burns to property damage. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) released a statement urging users to unplug the cooker and stop usage immediately.

3. Children’s Weighted Blankets

Brand: CozyCare by NapNest

Reason for Recall: Suffocation and entrapment risk

Product Details: Sold between January 2024 to April 2025, in pink, blue, and grey variants

Affected Ages: Specifically dangerous for toddlers and children under 6

Tragically, there were two incidents involving the death of infants, which prompted an immediate ban on the product’s sale and a consumer safety alert urging parents to discontinue use.

4. Food Storage Containers (BPA-Free Plastic Sets)

Issue: Despite the label, tests reveal high BPA levels—posing long-term hormonal and reproductive risks.

Sold Under: Kirkland Everyday Essentials 24-Pack

Sold Between: February to June 2025

This recall shocked many, as BPA-free claims are often taken at face value by consumers. Independent labs raised the alarm after discovering BPA leaching at elevated levels when containers were microwaved or exposed to heat.

✅ Note: This is just the first half of the product list. In Part 3, we’ll detail additional recalled items, including portable generators, skincare products, and supplements.