Published by Next Review: June 26, 2026
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Key Facts
- HoMedics recalled Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massagers on January 4, 2024.
- The recalled model number is HHP-715.
- About 46,000 units were recalled in the United States, with about 41,000 more sold in Canada.
- The massagers can overheat while charging, creating fire and burn hazards.
- HoMedics received 17 reports of overheating.
- One burn to a consumer’s thumb was reported.
Latest News & Updates
January 2024
The CPSC announced HoMedics’ recall of Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massagers because the devices can overheat while charging, posing fire and burn hazards. Consumers were instructed to stop using or charging the recalled massagers and contact HoMedics for refund instructions [1].
What Is the HoMedics Massage Gun?
The recalled product is the HoMedics Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massager, model number HHP-715. The device is black with a handle, housing, and massage head attached to the end.
The product has a 120 VAC, 60 HZ power cord and four interchangeable massage heads. “HoMedics” is printed on the side of the product barrel, and the model number appears on a sticker on the underside of the barrel.
Only manufacturing dates through the end of 2022 and earlier are included in the recall. The date code is a four-digit WWYY code, where WW is the week of the year and YY is the last two digits of the year; only products with YY of 20, 21, or 22 are included.
Reported Risks or Injuries
- Device overheating while charging
- Fire hazard
- Burn injuries to the hand or nearby skin
- Smoke, property damage, or emergency response costs in serious incidents
How Does the Problem Occur?
The hazard occurs when the massager overheats during charging. Because consumers may charge the device on counters, floors, nightstands, or near other household items, overheating can create both direct burn risks and broader fire hazards.
The recalled massagers were sold at Macy’s, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Lowe’s, JCPenney, The Home Depot, and other stores nationwide. They were also sold online through Homedics.com, Macys.com, BJs.com, Lowes.com, HomeDepot.com, and Amazon.com from September 2020 through November 2023 for about $100.
Who May Be Affected?
- Consumers who purchased a recalled HoMedics HHP-715 massager
- People burned while handling or charging the device
- Households that experienced smoke, fire, or property damage linked to overheating
Who May Be Liable?
- FKA Distributing Co. LLC, doing business as HoMedics, the importer identified in the recall
- Manufacturers or component suppliers, if supported by the evidence
- Retailers or online sellers, where legally applicable
- Other parties involved in design, testing, warnings, or distribution
Do I Qualify?
- Did you purchase a HoMedics Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massager?
- Is the model number HHP-715?
- Does the date code end in 20, 21, or 22?
- Did the device overheat, smoke, burn, or cause a fire?
- Did you suffer a burn injury, property damage, or other financial loss?
- Do you still have the massager, receipt, photos, packaging, or medical records?
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Year | Type | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HoMedics Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massager Recall | 2024 | CPSC Recall | Refund | About 46,000 U.S. units recalled due to fire and burn hazards |
Potential Compensation
- Medical expenses for burn treatment
- Property damage repair or replacement costs
- Lost wages or missed work
- Pain and suffering
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to the overheating incident
Results vary. Past outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Legal Process Overview
- Consultation: A legal team reviews the recalled product, incident facts, and damages.
- Investigation: Receipts, product photos, date codes, medical records, and fire documentation are gathered.
- Filing: A claim may be filed if evidence supports liability and damages.
- Discovery: The parties exchange evidence about product design, charging hazards, warnings, and incident reports.
- Resolution: The claim may resolve through settlement or further litigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What HoMedics massage gun was recalled?
A: The recall involves HoMedics Therapist Select Percussion Personal Massagers, model number HHP-715.
Q: Why were HoMedics massagers recalled?
A: They were recalled because the massagers can overheat while charging, creating fire and burn hazards.
Q: How many HoMedics massagers were recalled?
A: About 46,000 units were recalled in the United States, and about 41,000 additional units were sold in Canada.
Q: Were injuries reported?
A: Yes. HoMedics received 17 reports of overheating, including one report of a burn to a consumer’s thumb.
Q: What date codes are affected?
A: Only massagers with manufacturing date codes ending in 20, 21, or 22 are included in the recall.
Q: What should consumers do now?
A: Consumers should stop using or charging the recalled massagers and contact HoMedics for refund instructions.
Q: Can I file a lawsuit if my HoMedics massager overheated?
A: You may have a claim if a recalled massager overheated and caused a documented burn injury, fire, property damage, or financial loss.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Homedics-Recalls-Massagers-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education
- https://www.saferproducts.gov/