US EditionWalmart recalls about 850,000 water bottles after 2 people blinded
UNITED STATES, JUL 10 – The defective lids on 850,000 Ozark Trail bottles sold at Walmart caused two cases of permanent vision loss and one additional injury, officials said.
- On July 10, 2025, Walmart announced a recall of approximately 850,000 stainless steel water bottles from the Ozark Trail brand, sized 64 ounces, due to lids that can detach unexpectedly and cause injuries to users across the country.
- The recall stems from reports that the lid can forcefully eject when opening, causing serious injuries including permanent vision loss in two people.
- The bottles, made in China and sold exclusively at Walmart stores and online for about $15, measure 4.41 by 4.41 by 11.5 inches and have an Ozark Trail logo.
- The Consumer Product Safety Commission warned that the lid poses "serious impact and laceration hazards" and advised consumers to stop using the product and seek a refund.
- This recall highlights the risk of the lids ejecting forcefully, which may lead to further injuries or consumer caution in purchasing similar products.
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July 11, 2025 – New York – Agencies. Walmart is removing approximately 850,000 bottles of stainless steel water from the market because the lid can “expel with force” and unexpectedly hit consumers, resulting in permanent loss of vision in two people to date. The withdrawal includes the bottles “Ozark Trail 64 oz stainless steel with insulation”, which have been sold at Walmart stores across the country since 2017. According to a notice publishe…
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