78K sauna blankets recalled over burn risk; dozens of injuries reported

The recalled sauna blankets were sold exclusively online at Lifepro.com, Amazon, Walmart, QVC and Dick’s Sporting Goods between September 2022 and June 2025.

WASHINGTON — Nearly 80,000 sauna blankets sold online are being recalled because they can overheat, posing a burn hazard. 

Lifepro Fitness is recalling its Bioremedy Infrared Sauna Blankets due to an overheating hazard that has resulted in dozens of burn injuries, according to a Consumer Product Safety Commission notice issued on Oct. 23. 

The company has recieved 65 reports of the blankets overheating, including 32 reports of burn injuries. 

The sauna blankets were sold in two sizes, regular and large. The regular-sized blanket is 31 by 71 inches, while the larger size is 36 by 76 inches. Only units with a control pad featuring a gray face are included in the recall, according to the CPSC. 

The products, which came in black, gray, pink and purple colors, were sold exclusively online through Lifepro.com, Amazon.com, Walmart, QVC and Dick’s Sporting Goods between September 2022 and June 2025. The sauna blankets cost between $179 and $199. 

The recall affects seven model numbers of the sauna blankets: LP-BRMDYL-BLK, LP-BRMDYL-GRY, LP-BRMDYR-BLK, LP-BRMDYR-GRY, LP-BRMDYR-BLU, LP-BRMDYR-PNK, and LP-BRMDYR-PRPL. 

The “Lifepro” brand name and model number are printed on the front of both the blanket and controller.

Consumers are urged to immediately cease use of the recalled sauna blankets and unplug them. Those with the recalled products can visit the company’s website for instructions on getting a free replacement. 

The notice also highlights that those with the recalled blankets should dispose of the product in compliance with local regulations.

Consumers can also contact Lifepro Fitness at 888-491-1690 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET or email at recalls@lifeprofitness.com.

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