CPSC Recall Checker
Check appliance recall status
Search the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recall database by brand, model number, product name, or UPC. Powered by official CPSC data.
Model numbers are often found in recall description text, not structured fields.
UPC is the most precise search when available.
Data source: CPSC / saferproducts.gov
Important: This tool provides a screening check against the official CPSC recall database. It is not a substitute for verifying recall status directly with the manufacturer or the CPSC recall page. Recall data may not cover all products, and model number matching relies on text analysis since structured model fields are often incomplete in government databases.
Search tips
- UPC barcode is the most precise search — use it when available
- Brand + model number is the most common search combination
- Try broader product names (e.g. "dishwasher" instead of a specific model) if no results
- Model numbers in recall databases are often embedded in description text, so we search descriptions, not just structured fields
- Results are ranked by relevance — "Strong match" means high confidence, "Possible match" means the recall may be related
Frequently asked questions
Where does this data come from?
All recall data is sourced from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) public recall database at saferproducts.gov. ApplianceAPI queries this database on your behalf and applies intelligent matching to surface relevant recalls.
Why might a recalled product not appear in results?
The CPSC database does not always include structured model numbers — they are often embedded in free-text descriptions. Our search checks descriptions, product names, and manufacturer fields, but some recalls may use non-standard formatting that our matching does not catch. Always verify with the manufacturer.
What do the confidence labels mean?
Strong match: High confidence — model number, UPC, or multiple fields match. Likely match: Good evidence of a match based on model and manufacturer. Possible match: Some signals match but the result may be for a related product. Weak: Broad match only, verify independently.
Can I use this via API?
Yes. The recall checker is available as a REST API endpoint for authenticated customers. Join the waitlist to get API access when we launch.
Is this tool free?
The web-based recall checker is free to use. API access for programmatic integration will be available as part of ApplianceAPI subscription plans.
Add recall checking to your platform
Embed CPSC recall intelligence directly into your repair software, inspection reports, or property management system via REST API.
Usage-based pricing. Free tier available at launch.
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Official CPSC data
REST API with JSON