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Walmart 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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Walmart Recalls 850,000 Water Bottles After 2 People Are Blinded
Walmart is recalling approximately 850,000 Ozark Trail water bottles after reports of injuries involving their screwcap lids, including two cases where customers suffered permanent blindness, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said in a notice on Thursday. “The lid can forcefully eject, posing serious impact and laceration hazards, when a consumer attempts to open the capped bottles after food, carbonated beverages, or perishable beve…
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