CPSC Orders Amazon to Put System in Place to Notify Consumers of Product Recalls
Amazon's argument that it was not a distributor of the recalled products was shot down by both the CPSC and an Administrative Law Judge.
Amazon's argument that it was not a distributor of the recalled products was shot down by both the CPSC and an Administrative Law Judge.
Less than a quarter of consumers impacted by product recalls in 2023 responded to notices, raising concerns that millions of dangerous products remain in use nationwide.
Analysts predict businesses will face more oversight from federal regulators in the coming years, as well as more aggressive enforcement aimed at protecting consumer safety.
Federal safety officials have issued a number of massive recalls in 2023, involving dangerous products that posed serious risks for consumers, including pressure cooker explosions and candy that led to a child's death.
The legislation comes following delayed warnings about problems with Peloton treadmills, after the company prevented the CPSC from telling the public about the risk of injuries.