Walmart's 7-Year Delay in Recalling Faulty Water Bottles Raises Questions About Prioritization of Customer Safety

Walmart knew about the risk of explosion in its Ozark Trail stainless-steel water bottles for 7 years before issuing a recall. The company initially stated it voluntarily decided to stop selling the product after three injuries occurred, but it had been aware of the danger since 2018. The CPSC and Walmart confirmed this information following inquiries. The recall was prompted by a lawsuit alleging that the bottle exploded when the lid was twisted, causing one person to be partially blinded.