Health Canada expands recall of PowerG Walking Pads sold at Canadian Tire
Health Canada has expanded its recall of PowerG Walking Pads sold at Canadian Tire due to an electrical hazard, urging consumers to stop using the product immediately.
3 reports on this incident · first at Sep 1, 2026, 3:45 p.m. ET
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Sep 1, 2026, 3:46 p.m. ET
Health Canada reports injuries linked to recalled PowerG Walking Pads
Health Canada has reported injuries or illnesses linked to the recalled PowerG Walking Pads, according to globalnews.ca. The agency had previously issued a recall for the product due to an electrical hazard.
The recall covers PowerG Walking Pads, model number 499-4052, UPC 8 46325 03115 8, sold at Canadian Tire stores across Canada. Approximately 7,000 units are affected. Health Canada advises consumers to immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to a Canadian Tire store for a refund or in-store credit.
As of Aug. 10, no serious incidents or injuries had been reported in Canada, according to globalnews.ca. The agency's latest statement on injuries does not specify the nature or severity of the reports.
Sep 1, 2026, 3:45 p.m. ETFirst report
Health Canada recalls PowerG Walking Pads sold at Canadian Tire due to electrical hazard
Health Canada has announced a recall of PowerG Walking Pads sold at Canadian Tire stores in Canada, according to a report from Global News. The recall, dated Sept. 1, 2026, affects approximately 7,000 units of the PowerG Walking Pad, model number 499-4052, with UPC 8 46325 03115 8.
The recall was issued due to an electrical hazard. As of Aug. 10, no serious incidents or injuries have been reported in Canada, Global News reported.
Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the recalled product and return it to a Canadian Tire store for a refund or in-store credit.
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