On February 5, 2026, Aterian issued a recall for two of their steamers, the PurSteam Mighty Lil Steamers and the PurSteam Elite Travel Steamers. According to the recall, number 26-250, the steamers can expel hot water from the nozzle during use, which poses a serious burn risk to consumers. The recall affects over 75,000 units of the product.
The recall specifically includes the steamers purchased after December 2020, or with one of the following date codes: 2310, 2308, 2305, 2304, 2303, 2212, 2211, 2210, 2203, 2112, 2111, 2110, 0221, 1019, and 4619.
The Elite Travel Steamer is white with a triangular-shaped opening for steam vents. It has the logo printed below a wave-shaped water reservoir window. On the label on the bottom of the product, there is “Model: PS-510” printed.
The Mighty Lil Steamer is also white. It has an oblong-shaped opening for the vents. It also has the logo printed below the water reservoir window as well as “Model: PS 550” printed on a label on the bottom of the steamer.
Both steamers have the manufacture date code on the label on the bottom of the product (in YYMM format).
According to the recall, from December 2020 to 2024, there were 80 reports of hot water being expelled from the Travel Steamer, including 14 burn injuries. Between the same timeframe, there were 392 reports of hot water being expelled from the Mighty Lil Steamer, including 40 burn injuries (with two of them being second-degree burns). There are also additional reports of hot water being expelled from the steamers, although these reports are prior to December 2020, before the company acquired PurSteam.
The products were available for purchase via Amazon.com, and Walmart.com, and Pursteam.com. The PurSteam Elite Travel Steamer (model PS-510) was available from December 2020 through April 2025 for prices ranging from $15 to $35. The Mighty Lil Steamer (model PS-550) was available from December 2020 through January 2024 for prices ranging from $11 to $30.
The company is urging all consumers affected by the recall to stop using the product and visit their website to submit a Recall Request. As part of this request, consumers will need to provide their contact information, cut the product’s cord, and upload a photo of the steamer with the cut cord in order to be eligible for a full refund. Consumers should also keep the steamers until they receive their refunds, as some consumers may be asked to return the steamer to the company.
If you or a member of your family sustained injuries due to the recalled steamers, it is important that you seek legal help as soon as possible. Based on the details surrounding the incident, you could have the right to file a lawsuit and receive compensation. To ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the legal options available to you, contact our team here at the Normandie Law Firm as soon as possible.
The Injuries that Could Happen
As mentioned above, there have been reports of burn injuries caused by the hot water expelled from the nozzle during use. These burn injuries can range in degree and can result in pain, scarring, and more. In addition to physical injuries, affected consumers could suffer extensive psychological harm, which could include post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, panic, and more.
No matter the specific harm that you or a member of your family suffered, it is important that you explore the legal options available to you.
What to do If Harm Occurs
Consider the recommended steps to take:
- Take photos of any visible injuries
- Take photos of the entire scene of the incident
- Take photos of defective product
- Seek medical care as soon as possible
- Contact the company to report the incident and the harm suffered
- Never sign any document provided by the company
- Do not agree to a replacement product
- Do not agree to a repair
- Do not agree to a refund
- Gather all relevant medical records
- Gather proof of lost income
- Seek legal help with an experienced recall lawyer as soon as possible
Can I File a Class Action Lawsuit?
Yes, you can pursue a class action lawsuit. Class actions and mass torts claims are very common when it comes to product recalls. How can I join or be a part of a class action lawsuit on this case? In general, participating in a class action claim is as simple as reaching out to a class action lawyer. Is there a class action lawsuit I can join? Because the recall is relatively recent, there may not be a lawsuit yet, but a class action may arise at any moment.
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If you pursue a product liability claim for harm caused by a defective product, you could pursue a claim. You could also be entitled to receive compensation for medical costs, lost income, property damage, pain and suffering, and more. To ensure that you have access to the legal help that you need, contact our firm as soon as possible. We offer free case evaluations, which include both free consultations and free second opinions. During these free legal services, our team will be available to answer all your questions, address all your concerns, and provide you with all the information that you need to begin or continue your claim. These are available as part of our Zero-Fee Guarantee, with ensures that you do not have to worry about paying any upfront legal costs for any of our legal services. In addition, we work on a contingency basis, so you will not be responsible for paying anything at all if your lawsuit is not successful. If you do not win, you will not pay. Contact our team today to learn more about how we can help you!
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