Babysense Max View Baby Monitors Recalled Due to Fire Hazard
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Hisense has recalled approximately 81,800 Babysense Max View baby monitor display units because they can overheat and spark while charging, posing a fire hazard.
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What Happened
Hisense has issued a recall for the display units of Babysense Max View baby monitors after receiving 11 reports of the devices overheating or sparking while charging. These incidents pose a fire hazard to consumers. No injuries have been reported to date.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves approximately 81,800 Babysense Max View Baby Monitors with model number VBM55. The issue specifically affects the display unit (parent unit) and not the camera component.
Identification Details:
- Model Number: VBM55RX (printed on the product identification label on the back of the display unit).
- Visual Markers: The screen has "5.5" HD 1080P" printed on the upper left side and the "babysense" logo on the lower portion.
- Sales Period: The units were sold online at Amazon.com, Walmart.com, and babylist.com from January 2023 through December 2025 for between $90 and $180.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled display units and contact Hisense for a free replacement.
Contact Information:
- Phone: Call Hisense toll-free at (833) 689-2652 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday.
- Email: support@recallsecure.com
- Online: Visit www.recallsecure.com or www.babysensemonitors.com and click on "Product Recalls."
Disposal Warning: Do not throw the recalled device in the trash or general recycling bins. Lithium-ion batteries present a fire risk and must be handled by municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection centers. Contact your local municipality to confirm if they accept recalled lithium-ion batteries before drop-off.
Why This Matters
This recall is significant because the overheating hazard involves a device frequently used in nurseries and bedrooms, where a fire could lead to serious property damage or life-threatening injuries.
Source
Original source: CPSC Official Notice ↗
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