Magic Bullet blenders

The reports, as CPSC published them

1. No one hurt

   Made Aug 26, 2026 · , sent to the company Sep 2, 2026 · , published by CPSC Sep 17, 2026

   The product, in the report: this is the Magic Bullet food preparing machine (blender) model MB1001B

   This morning I started to use the Magic Bullet blender model MB1001B. I plugged it in and it made a snapping sound, then a popping noise, and sparks blew out near the base and onto the counter. I also smelled what seemed to be electrical smoke. I unplugged the device and carefully moved it to see what happened. Apparently the electric cord broke off at the point where the cord entered the base. We never strain or pull the cord or twist it to cause the break. No one was injured.

   Model

   MB1001b

   Serial number

   23h610181400175

   Where

   Woodstock, Georgia: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Unknown

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Self

   As this report names them

   Brand Magic Bullet, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Incident, No Injury

2. No one hurt

   Made Jan 9, 2025 · , sent to the company Jan 31, 2025 · , published by CPSC Feb 14, 2025

   The product, in the report: [REDACTED] MAGIC BULLET LEAKS BLACK MOTOR OIL INTO FOOD

   The personal MagicBullet by Nutribullet leaks a blackish substance into the food, making it unsafe to drink or use. Nutribullet refused to replace or refund the unit. They claimed the motor oil is safe to drink!!! SEE FOR YOURSELF: [REDACTED]

   Model

   MB1001

   Serial number

   23NE04082113861

   Where

   LAUREL, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Age 0, Unknown

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Self

   As this report names them

   Brand MAGIC BULLET, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Incident, No Injury

3. Hurt, no treatment

   Made Jun 4, 2020 · , sent to the company Jul 9, 2020 · , published by CPSC Jul 23, 2020

   The product, in the report: Magic Bullet NutriBullet 900. Powerful 900-watt motor pulverizes toughest foods to make nutritious smoothies, dips and sauces

   NutriBullet 900 Series being used to make smoothies. I own a couple of these and this one when using gives off a strong burning electrical smell. I can also see sparks in the unit. I contacted the company and they suggested buying a new blade. The blade is not the issue as I tried the blade on my other unit and it works fine. There is some type of electrical internal failure that gives off a toxic smell.

   Model

   Magic Bullet Nutribullet 900

   UPC

   898078001803

   Serial number

   3r12802g03051607911

   Bought from

   Amazon

   Where

   Naples, Maine: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Age 58, Male

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Unspecified

   As this report names them

   Brand Magic Bullet Nutribullet 900 series, made or sold by NutriBullet, LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

4. No one hurt

   Made Apr 20, 2020 · , sent to the company Apr 28, 2020 · , published by CPSC May 12, 2020

   The product, in the report: This is a small blender to make smoothies, which has a base with 4 metal blades. These blades spin when turned on at a fast pace,

   I have a magic bullet made by nutri bullet, that is almost 3 years old, I made a smoothie with yogurt , fruit and frozen fruit. I sipped the smoothie and felt some particles in my mouth when I spitted them out it was metal shards. There was a total of four (4) shards. Thankfully I did not swallow them, because I would have been in the hospital. The shards came off of the blades. When I inspected the blades in the base, you can see when the shaving of metal came off. I contacted the company because I want them to handle this, I was told I am suppose to change the bases about every 6 months to a 1 year. Then they wanted me to ship them the blades to get a replacement. I do not trust this company so I will not be using the products. What I want is for the public to know that this a risk for this product. I have kept everything if you need to test the product or could send pictures. My name is [REDACTED] [REDACTED]. Email. [REDACTED]

   I do have a case number #[REDACTED]

   Model

   MB1001B

   Serial number

   232J10291600536

   Bought from

   Bed Bath & Beyand, Florida

   Bought

   Oct 1, 2017, about then

   Where

   THE VILLAGES, Florida: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Age 62, Female

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Self

   As this report names them

   Brand magic bullet, by nutri bullet, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Incident, No Injury

5. Seen by a doctor or nurse

   Made Apr 11, 2020 · , sent to the company Apr 21, 2020 · , published by CPSC May 5, 2020

   The product, in the report: Blender

   I’m writing to you in desperation. I have tried to work through Magic Bullet’s customer service department, but have not gotten any assistance.

   I believe my daughter may have been ingesting fine metal dust as a result of using the Magic Bullet. We had been using the Magic Bullet blender to make her daily fruit smoothies for years. The blender had a fine, shiny metal dust accumulating at the bottom of the base but I didn’t think anything of it because I thought the cup was self contained. It was bothering me, so I decided to run water in the blender as a test and the water came out grey with silver particles floating in it. We tested the particles with a magnet and it stuck to it so we know it is a metal.

   I immediately called the Magic Bullet company demanding to know what the metal is comprised of- it’s the inside metal housing inside the black plastic base where the blade shaft rotates that is deteriorating (not the blade itself). I have been told by a product specialist that they are in the process of contacting the manufacturer but we have not heard back yet. The amount of time it’s taking to get basic information is not acceptable, especially when the request is relating my child’s health. My child is undergoing a series of tests to evaluate her exposure to various metals and we are awaiting the results. This has been an extremely stressful time for me and my family. We first contacted the company on December 23rd. It has been almost four months and I still have no answers from them and it’s just incomprehensible. No one should have to endure this type of stress.

   There were no indications that there was anything wrong with the machine other than it started producing a louder than usual sound. The cup does not leak (we process fruit only) and it processes the food as expected. The product specialists stated that the company “recommends” the blade be replaced every 6 months; however, this is purely a recommendation and is not disclosed as a safety hazard if not replaced. I have spoken to many people that own Magic Bullets and they also were not aware that the blade should be replaced; many of them have never replaced their blades because the machine works properly. Regretfully, I fear there are millions of customers may be ingesting this metal and have no idea. This “issue” should have been escalated to the company’s top ranks on day one, instead they ignore me. This is not just a customer service issue, this is a tremendous public health problem for users of this product who ironically are trying to promote good health.

   I’m concerned for my daughter’s health as I do not know what she has been exposed to over the course of many years. The lack of transparency and cooperation from the Magic Bullet company in obtaining this information is incomprehensible and it’s irresponsible, quite frankly. The disclosures on the product are dangerous and deceptive- there should be a very clear warning sticker placed on the machine- that if you do not replace the blades every 6 months, there is danger that you may consume fine metal dust.

   I am pleading with you, not as a customer, but as a mother who is very concerned about my daughter’s health. Please help me find out what metal the product is made from so I can obtain the necessary measures to ensure my daughter’s safety. I have been continually ignored by the company for almost four months and have gotten no information.

   Your assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

   Model

   MB1001

   Serial number

   022J10031800961

   Where

   Unspecified: Unspecified

   Who was involved

   Age 6, Female

   The reporter’s relation to them

   My Child

   As this report names them

   Brand Magic Bullet, made or sold by NutriBullet, LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Injury, Seen by Medical Professional

6. Hurt, no treatment

   Made Dec 16, 2016 · , sent to the company Mar 13, 2017 · , published by CPSC Mar 27, 2017

   The product, in the report: blender

   (11/28/2016) The consumer stated that she was making a protein shake in the blender. When she turned it on she heard a pinging sound which she thought was the ice cubes that she had placed in the blender.

   The consumer drank the shake and felt something toward the back of her throat. She was able to remove a piece of the blade the back of her throat. The consumer looked at the unit and saw that the blade had cracked at the base and had come off. The broken piece was about an inch and a half long.

   The back of the consumer’s throat was scratched just a little bit but not enough for medical attention.

   (12/1/2016) The consumer contacted the firm. The firm requested the unit and all of the pieces so that they could to do an inspection for defects.

   The consumer was refunded for the product.

   Model

   Unknown

   Serial number

   232N09011502209

   Bought from

   Fingerhut.com

   Bought

   Nov 11, 2015

   Where

   Beacon, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Female

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Unspecified

   As this report names them

   Brand Magic Bullet by Nutribullet, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Injury, No First Aid or Medical Attention Received

7. Emergency room

   Made Apr 18, 2016 · , sent to the company May 10, 2016 · , published by CPSC May 24, 2016

   The product, in the report: 20 piece set; The consumer found the following number “898078001261” on her receipt under the product name.

   (4/16/16) The consumer began using the blender and after a few seconds she noticed smoke coming from the base (bottom portion) of the blender. The consumer then turned the plastic container (top portion) to the right to stop the blender. The consumer then unplugged the blender using her right hand (consumer did not see an electricity). Immediately after the consumer noticed her right index finger was swelling up and she began to have chest pains. The consumer drove to the [REDACTED] Hospital Medical Center emergency room located at [REDACTED]. The consumer was advised by the Doctor that she sustained an electric shock injury. The consumer was also advised to follow up with her primary care physician.

   (4/17/16) The consumer visited the Babies “R” Us store where she purchased the blender, located at 8165 Fletcher Pkwy, La Mesa, CA 91942 (Store # 5671) and filed an incident report. The consumer also returned the blender and was provided a refund. The consumer was advised by the store employee that a copy of the report would be sent to the manufacturer (consumer was not provided a claim #).

   The consumer plans to contact her primary care physician today to follow up. The consumer indicated that she cannot move her right arm. The consumer believes the blender is not safe and should be recalled. The consumer indicated this was the second time she used the blender.

   The consumer does not plan to contact the firm directly and will wait for them to reach out to her after receiving her complaint.

   Model

   Baby Bullet

   UPC

   Unknown

   Serial number

   Unknown

   Bought from

   Babies”R”Us, California

   Bought

   Apr 14, 2016

   Where

   La Mesa, California: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Age 52, Female

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Self

   As this report names them

   Brand Magic Bullet®, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Injury, Emergency Department Treatment Received

8. No one hurt

   Made Oct 16, 2015 · , sent to the company Oct 26, 2015 · , published by CPSC Nov 9, 2015

   The product, in the report: Food Preparing Machine Name: Magic bullet Rating: AC120V, Max. 250@, 60Hz MB-RL 059-02 3 3T) E243921

   The Magic bullet was used to mash a ripe banana. As the banana was being fed to a year old infant, increasingly noticeable were more black specks than one would consider normal. In an attempt to strain the specks, it was discovered that the specks were pieces of black plastic from underneath the blade of the base attachment (as per photo attached). In examining the portion not ingested, some pieces found were larger than what was visible on the surface. There was no visible injury, however, it is noted that no distinguishable plastic particles were uncovered in his subsequent bowel movements. It is of great concern to the child’s grandmother that any plastic fragments remaining in the digestive track could possible cause harm over time.

   Model

   MB1001

   Serial number

   02H608211402273

   Bought

   Sep 1, 2015, about then

   Where

   Suffern, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Age 1, Male

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Other Relative

   As this report names them

   Brand Magic Bullet, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Incident, No Injury

9. No one hurt

   Made Mar 30, 2015 · , sent to the company Apr 27, 2015 · , published by CPSC May 11, 2015

   The product, in the report: NutriBullet 900

   02/16/2015 - The consumer used her blender before she went to work. The consumer indicates that while the unit was blending her smoothie, she heard an unusual sound coming from it but did not think much of it. Though the consumer usually drinks her smoothie right from the blender glass, she was running late and had to place its contents in a mason jar. When the consumer was in her vehicle, she started consuming her drink via a straw. At one point, she noticed that no juice was coming from the straw even though the container was not empty. Believing that possibly a vegetable had gotten stuck, the consumer proceeded to try to extract it with her hand. When the consumer got her hand out, it was actually one of the six prong blades that had broken off.

   02/17/2015 - The consumer contacted the manufacturer via e-mail and explained what had happened with their unit. The consumer received an automated response from the manufacturer indicating that they would contact her within twenty-four to forty-eight hours.

   02/19/2015 (Approximately) - The consumer received a call from Products Specialist [REDACTED]. He informed the consumer that he was very sorry she had to go through what she did and that it was the first times that it had happened. He asked the consumer that she should mail them her unit. The consumer informed him that she wanted to receive something in writing indicating what they would do should she send them the unit. [REDACTED] agreed to her request.

   02/25/2015 - The consumer had not received an e-mail or any other notice from the manufacturer. She proceeded to e-mail them once again informing them that she was rather upset she never got any response from them and that she would take the matter to a higher level.

   03/11/2015 - The consumer e-mailed them once again as she had not received any response, She asked to speak to the [REDACTED] of the company as she was surprised by their apathy.

   03/15/2015 (Approximately) - The consumer received a call from what she believes was a [REDACTED] but he was unintelligible. She tried contacting him several times and was not able to.

   03/18/2015 - The consumer e-mailed the manufacturer and informed them of the [REDACTED] incident and how she had been trying to get a hold of him.

   The consumer received a very nasty e-mail from “[REDACTED].” He indicated that she must have been dialing the wrong number. “[REDACTED]” also informed the consumer that he wanted to speak to her directly as well as verify the legitimacy of the blender.

   The consumer contacted [REDACTED] and their conversation was almost an interrogation. The consumer felt like she was being accused. [REDACTED] asked her what she wanted them to do was she looking for money and later asked the consumer if she had read the consumer report on the item. After the consumer answered that she had not, [REDACTED] informed her that they had done a “ridiculous test” and that after numerous times of blending some contents with an x number of ice cubes, a blade would break off. The consumer did not understand everything [REDACTED] was saying. He asked her if she could send him pictures as well as a picture of the serial number on the blade. The consumer also learned that [REDACTED] is the [REDACTED] of the company. He offered to give her the same blender model she owns.

   When the consumer got home, she took some pictures of what was asked of her and sent them to [REDACTED]. The consumer then later looked up the consumer report on the unit and after having read everything, she was left flabbergasted because what happened on the testing they did was exactly what had happened to her blender. Same model! 900. ... except the fact that the consumer did not use seven (possibly twelve - she does not remember the exact digit) ice cubes when the incident occurred (the consumer indicates that she always uses three iced cubes).

   03/22/2015 (Approximately) - The consumer contacted the manufacturer and spoke to [REDACTED]. She asked the [REDACTED]’s address ([REDACTED]) because she wanted to to send him a personal letter. [REDACTED] informed her that she is not at liberty to give her that information. [REDACTED] said she could provide her [REDACTED] and/ or [REDACTED] contact information, to which the consumer declined.

   03/24/2015 - The consumer was contacted via e-mail by their [REDACTED], [REDACTED]. He informed her that he was aware she wanted to speak to the [REDACTED] and not him nor [REDACTED]. He informed the consumer that her case would not be escalated any further. He expressed his disappointment that the consumer did not do as she promised - send them their unit - though the consumer indicates that she never promised such a thing.

   03/25/2015 - Several e-mails were exchanged later on. The consumer thanked [REDACTED] for his time and enlightening her on the consumer report. He wrote her back and she responded that she want all consumers to be reimbursed for their faulty blenders as well as recall her blender model.

   The consumer indicates that she uses her unit once a day.

   The consumer has no injuries to report nor other incidents. The consumer believes this product poses a safety hazard.

   Model

   NB-201

   UPC

   Unknown

   Serial number

   23S405091405773

   Bought from

   Bed, Bath & Beyond, New York

   Bought

   Dec 30, 2014, about then

   Where

   Huntington, New York: Home/Apartment/Condominium

   Who was involved

   Female

   The reporter’s relation to them

   Unspecified

   As this report names them

   Brand Magic Bullet, made or sold by Capital Brands LLC

   How badly, in CPSC’s words

   Incident, No Injury

10. Not said

    Made Mar 5, 2014 · , sent to the company Mar 13, 2014 · , published by CPSC Mar 28, 2014

    The product, in the report: Magic Bullet blender

    Using the “Majic Bullet” blender to make baby food. This small blender has stabilizing ridges on the inside of the detachable jars. Placed semi frozen fruit into the blender and pureed the fruit into baby food. While trying to feed my baby I found a piece of this plastic had broken off and I nearly fed it to my child. I immediately strained the rest of the food and found that one of the ridges had shattered into 3 small pieces that are easily lost in small spoonfuls of baby food. No injuries occurred as I fortunately found the pieces just before feeding them to my child. I have photos of the parts and the pieces available if requested.

    Model

    MB1001B

    Bought from

    Costco, Missouri

    Bought

    Feb 19, 2014

    Where

    Kansas City, Missouri: Home/Apartment/Condominium

    Who was involved

    Unspecified

    The reporter’s relation to them

    Unspecified

    As this report names them

    Brand Magic Bullet, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

    How badly, in CPSC’s words

    Unspecified

11. No one hurt

    Made Jan 31, 2013 · , sent to the company Feb 8, 2013 · , published by CPSC Feb 25, 2013

    The product, in the report: Magic bullet baby bullet the complete baby food making system

    I was using Magic bullet baby bullet the complete baby food making system. The blender comes pre-installed, I steamed my carrots placed them into the magic bullet and blended them up, half way though feeding my son I saw pieces of white in the food so I took it out and realized it was not carrots i looked into the blended and the rubber ring at the bottom of the blender had come up and got into my sons food and he ate some. He thankfully did not choke and the doctor said he would pass it though his feces. This product is not safe i have seen another mom on the Internet with the same concern. I hope this product can be recalled so something tragic doesn’t happen the next time someone uses it.

    Model

    BBR-2001

    UPC

    9807800126

    Serial number

    02E709161102067

    Bought from

    Tv

    Bought

    Dec 25, 2012

    Where

    Corpus Christi, Texas: Home/Apartment/Condominium

    Who was involved

    Age 0, Male

    The reporter’s relation to them

    My Child

    As this report names them

    Brand Magic bullet baby bullet, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

    How badly, in CPSC’s words

    Incident, No Injury

12. No one hurt

    Made Jan 8, 2013 · , sent to the company Jan 23, 2013 · , published by CPSC Feb 13, 2013

    The product, in the report: Magic Bullet Blender purchased 1 month ago at Costco Iwilei.

    I purchased a Magic Bullet blender from Costco about a month ago. Over the weekend I made a smoothie containing ice and frozen fruits, plus water. I served myself and a friend. My friend pulled out from his mouth an extremely sharp shard of plastic that he almost swallowed, about 3/4 of an inch in length, and maybe a 1/4 inch maximum width. Had he swallowed it, it could have definitely caused perforation or tearing along the digestive tract.

    The piece fits into one of the four longitudinal, internal plastic ridges on the inside of the blender. I’m guessing the ridges are meant to provide structural support; however, they should probably be on the outside of the blender since they (apparently) shear off with the slightest of provocation.

    He spit it out and I taped it to the registration card, which I planned to take back to Costco...but then thought I should report it to CPSC first.

    Bought from

    Costco

    Bought

    Nov 18, 2012, about then

    Where

    Honolulu, Unspecified: Home/Apartment/Condominium

    Who was involved

    Age 28, Male

    The reporter’s relation to them

    My Friend / Neighbor / Co-worker

    As this report names them

    Brand Magic Bullet, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

    How badly, in CPSC’s words

    Incident, No Injury

13. Seen by a doctor or nurse

    Made Oct 20, 2011 · , sent to the company Oct 28, 2011 · , published by CPSC Nov 14, 2011

    The product, in the report: Magic Bullet Blender

    On October 19th in the evening I was using the Magic Bullet to make my daughter some baby food. I have used this blender many times (10-15) in the past month as she just started eating table food. I cut up sweet potatoes into small squares and put in two tablespoons of water along with the sweet potatoes into the tall cup. I attached the steamer lid and placed it in the microwave for three minutes. When the timer went off I removed the lid stirred up the potatoes then place the cross blade onto the cup. I then placed them on the base and blended the potatoes. I noticed they needed some more water to get the right consistency so I removed the cup from the base. I banged the cup on the counter to get the sweet potatoes to slide down the cup so I wouldn’t make a mess when I opened the lid. I started to unscrew the cross blade attachment and it was giving me a hard time and all of a sudden as I unscrewed the contents exploded in a six-feet radius around my kitchen and on myself. My husband came in to see what happened and I started to feel my skin burning. He rushed me to the sink to run cold water on my skin. It felt like my skin was falling off the burn was so intense. We read online what to do for a burn so we covered my arm with loose gauze. I woke up the next day (today) and I have an appointment to see the doctor to find out what else we can do. I have two burn marks on my left wrist and hand. One on the top of my hand just below the thumb the size of a quarter, red with white bumps in the middle. One on my wrist the size of a dime and deep red. Both of them are extremely tender and feel like large bruises. My hand is also stiff.

    Serial number

    9380415110130

    Bought from

    Costco

    Bought

    Aug 1, 2011, about then

    Where

    Spokane, Washington: Home/Apartment/Condominium

    Who was involved

    Age 29, Female

    The reporter’s relation to them

    Self

    As this report names them

    Brand Magic Bullet, made or sold by Homeland Housewares LLC

    How badly, in CPSC’s words

    Injury, Seen by Medical Professional

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