JKMAX Heated Blankets and Heating Pads Recall 2026: Health Canada Alert

Health Canada issued a consumer product safety alert on October 22, 2026, warning Canadians to stop using JKMAX heated blankets and heating pads that were previously sold on Amazon.ca. The department says the internal wire heating elements in the products can overheat, creating both fire and burn hazards.

The alert is tracked under identification number RA-82826. It is not a company-led recall. Health Canada says it contacted the foreign selling company and received no response to its requests for a voluntary recall, so the department is advising consumers directly.

• Brand: JKMAX
• Products: Heated blankets and heating pads
• Units sold in Canada: 74, between September 2024 and September 2026
• Hazard: Overheating wire heating elements, with fire and burn risk
• Incidents reported: None to date

Products Affected by This Recall

The alert covers JKMAX heated blankets and heating pads in several models. The listed model numbers are JKMAX-002, JKMAX-7284B, JKMAX-6284B, JKMAX-10090B and JKMAX-8490B. JKMAX-6284B appears twice in the official list.

The products come in blue, gray, brown or red. They are made of polyester fabric, are machine washable, and were sold in multiple sizes. Both the blankets and the pads come with a detachable white remote used to adjust the heat.

To check whether you own an affected item, look at the back of the remote for the model number. It is also printed on a white label on the product packaging, next to the JKMAX brand name.

What Went Wrong?

Health Canada has determined that the heating pads and heated blankets sold by JKMAX pose a health and safety risk. The wire heating elements inside the products can overheat. In a heated textile that sits close to your skin or bedding, overheating can cause burns to the user or ignite the product and surrounding materials.

Health Canada has not reported any incidents or injuries linked to these products. The warning is a preventive step based on the department’s own determination of the hazard.

Where Were These Products Sold?

The products were sold online through Amazon.ca. They have since been removed from sale there. According to the company, 74 units were sold in Canada over a two-year period from September 2024 to September 2026.

The distributor is listed as Jiande Pengshuai Trading Co., Ltd., based in China. Health Canada notes that the selling company has been unresponsive to requests for a voluntary recall. That means there is currently no company refund or replacement program for Canadian buyers described in the official notice.

The Canadian alert links to a related notice from the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission, titled JKMAX Recalls Heated Blankets and Heating Pads Due to Fire and Burn Hazards. Consumers can look up that notice for further information.

What Should You Do?

If you own a JKMAX heated blanket or heating pad, the guidance from Health Canada is direct and urgent.

• Stop using the product immediately and unplug it.
• Check the model number on the remote or the packaging label to confirm it matches the alert.
• Dispose of the item in a way that prevents anyone from using it again.
• Report any health or safety incident involving the product to Health Canada using the Consumer Product Incident Report Form.

Do not give the product away, resell it or donate it. Doing so would pass the fire and burn risk to someone else.

Health Canada also encourages consumers to check the Recalls and Safety Alerts database regularly for dangerous products. It reminds shoppers to learn about the risks of buying consumer products online, where items may come from sellers that are hard to reach when a safety problem appears.

Regulatory Response

Health Canada said it is committed to helping protect consumers from potentially dangerous consumer products. The department regularly tests products available for sale in stores or online, and it continues to monitor the market.

For public enquiries, Health Canada lists the phone numbers (613) 957-2991 and 1-866-225-0709. Media enquiries can be directed to (613) 957-2983 or media@hc-sc.gc.ca.

Because the selling company has not cooperated, consumers should not expect a manufacturer-led remedy. The safest course is to stop using the product now and dispose of it safely. If you are shopping for a replacement heated blanket or pad, check that the seller is reachable and that the product is certified for sale in Canada.