BearCare, Inc. Walnut Wearable Smart Thermometer, intended for continuous chest temperature monitoring of children ages 0-6 years in non-emergency medical situations, Model Number WT20 Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Walnut Wearable Smart Thermometer, intended for continuous chest temperature monitoring of children ages 0-6 years in non-emergency medical situations, Model Number WT20
Brand
BearCare, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot Number 20221115W002
Products Sold
Lot Number 20221115W002
BearCare, Inc. is recalling Walnut Wearable Smart Thermometer, intended for continuous chest temperature monitoring of children due to There have been reports of skin burns to children wearing the device.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
There have been reports of skin burns to children wearing the device.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
An URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL notification letter dated 5/10/23 was sent to customers. Actions to take: BearCare is asking consumers to immediately discontinue use of all Walnut Thermometers employing a rechargeable battery and return the product to BearCare for a refund. BearCare s records indicate approximately nine hundred seventy-nine (979) units are in the possession of consumers. Any consumer noting burns or irritation on their child s skin should seek immediate medical care. Additionally, BearCare is asking consumers to: (1) confirm receipt of the recall notice via email to recall@walnutcares.com and (2) return all rechargeable Walnut Thermometers to BearCare for evaluation using a prepaid shipping label. BearCare is asking all retailers to immediately remove the rechargeable Walnut Thermometer from all online marketplaces and return the product to BearCare. BearCare s records indicate approximately eight hundred thirty-nine (839) outstanding units are in the possession of retailers. BearCare is vigorously investigating these complaints to determine the root cause of the alleged failure, including working with professional consultants to evaluate the hardware and packaging of the device. BearCare has voluntarily decided to remove the rechargeable Walnut Thermometer from the market to mitigate any further risk to the public. Return Instructions: BearCare is asking consumers to return the product to the address below to obtain a full refund of the purchase price. Consumers may contact recall@walnutcares.com for a prepaid shipping label. You can find the recall announcement posted at https://walnutcares.com/.
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View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026