Fitbit Recalls Smartwatch After Reports of Burn Injuries Everyday Health MenuNewslettersSearch Healthy Living News Fitbit Recalls Smartwatch After Reports of Burn InjuriesOne million Ionic smartwatches have been sold in the United States. By Becky UphamMarch 4, 2022Fact-CheckedFitbit has received at least 115 reports in the United States and 59 reports internationally that the battery in the watch overheated.U.S. Consumer Product Safety CommissionThe Google-owned company Fitbit has recalled its Ionic smartwatch after reports of 78 burn injuries in the United States, including two reports of third-degree burns and four reports of second-degree burns. Consumers are advised to immediately stop using the recalled watch. The burns are caused by the lithium-ion battery in the Ionic smartwatch, which can overheat, according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. Fitbit has received at least 115 reports in the United States and 59 reports internationally that the battery in the watch overheated, with 78 reports of burn injuries in the United States and 40 reports of burn injuries internationally. “The incidents are very rare, and this voluntary recall does not impact other Fitbit smartwatches or trackers,” said Fitbit in a statement to Reuters. The company announced the recall on March 2. The watch has a polyurethane band and a 1.4-inch color LCD display screen that can display information about activity, heart rate, and sleep. The model number (FB503) is on the back of the device near where the band attaches. The recall only involves the Fitbit Ionic smartwatch, which the company introduced in 2017 and stopped producing in 2020, according to Fitbit; one million of the devices were sold for $200 to $330 in retail stores across the country, including Best Buy, Kohl’s, and Target. Owners of the Fitbit Ionic smartwatch should contact Fitbit through its website or call 888-925-1764 to receive instructions on how to return the watch for a $299 refund. Owners of the defective watch can also receive access to a special discount on select Fitbit devices, bands, and services for a limited time. NEWSLETTERS Sign up for our Healthy Living Newsletter SubscribeBy subscribing you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The Latest in Healthy Living 5 Health Benefits of Taking a Bath Plus 5 Healthy Add-Ins for Your Next Soak There’s nothing more relaxing than soaking in a warm tub, and the long-standing tradition of bathing may have some medicinal benefits.By Lacey MuinosSeptember 29, 2022 Health Makers Alex Timmons 34 Co-Owner of Mountain TrekDiscovering a path to wellness.By September 26, 2022 What Are Compression Socks and Could You Benefit From Wearing Them By Kate DanielSeptember 13, 2022 The Complete Hearing Aid Buyer s Guide for 2022Looking for hearing aids but not sure where to start? Read our buyer’s guide to learn about hearing aid types and costs, see what’s new in hearing technology...By Cara EverettAugust 29, 2022 What Are PFAS A Guide to Forever Chemicals Now found throughout our environment, perfluorinated and polyfluorinated chemicals are linked to numerous health conditions — but there are steps you ...By Shantal RileyAugust 18, 2022 Which Medications Make You Sensitive to Sun and Heat Not everyone will experience the effects, but some medications can make the people who take them more sensitive to sunlight and summer heat.By Kaitlin SullivanAugust 8, 2022 7 Ways Reading Books Can Be Good for Your HealthThe hobby supports various aspects of well-being among youths and adults alike, research suggests.By Kristeen Cherney, PhDAugust 5, 2022 Can a Face Ice Bath Really Cure a Hangover Bust Anxiety Clear Skin and More Experts say the TikTok trend might help with some of these things, but if it ‘cures’ your hangover, you probably weren’t hungover in the first place.By Elena BarreraAugust 4, 2022 5 Annoying Ways Chlorine Affects Your Body and What to Do About Them From effects like red eyes to bleached hair, swimming in a chlorinated pool can do a number on your body. Here’s how to deal.By Lauren BedoskyJuly 29, 2022 10 Swimming Safety Tips to Follow This SummerHeading to the beach or a public pool? Check out this expert advice first.By Lisa RapaportJuly 21, 2022 MORE IN Pilates Health Benefits How to Get Started and How to Get Better Capri Sun Juice Pouches Recalled Over Possible Contamination Swimming Health Benefits How to Get Started and How to Get Better at It