Urgent Product Recalls at Asda, B&M, and M&S: What Shoppers Need to Know

Major UK Retailers Issue Safety Warnings

Shoppers at major UK retailers including Asda, B&M, and Marks & Spencer have been warned to stop using certain products immediately due to potential safety concerns, with the Office for Product Safety and Standards urging customers to return affected items. Product recalls have become an increasingly important consumer protection mechanism, ensuring that potentially dangerous items are removed from homes before they can cause harm.

B&M Recalls Mug Over Burn Risk

B&M has recalled its Cream and Green Mug (product code 2512-0106) after the Office for Product Safety and Standards warned that the base may crack and break when filled with hot liquid, presenting a risk of burns. Customers are advised to return the product to any B&M store to receive a full refund. This recall, published on 10 December 2025, highlights the importance of rigorous product testing.

M&S Withdraws Handbag from Sale

Marks & Spencer has issued a recall for a Pink Floral Heat Seal Droplet Bucket Handbag (product code 2511-0235), which was sold for nearly five months between June and November 2025. Customers who purchased this product can return it to any M&S store (excluding Outlets or Franchise stores) for a full refund. The retailer has removed the item from both online and physical stores.

Asda Sensory Toy Poses Choking Hazard

Asda has recalled the Hapello Sensory Roller, with the Office for Product Safety and Standards warning it presents a high risk of choking, affecting batch codes #34, #35, #36, #37, and #39 with barcode number 5063089161708. The toys, sold in Asda supermarkets since August 2023, were withdrawn from shelves in September 2025. Parents and carers are urged to return the product immediately for a full refund.

What Shoppers Should Do

Customers who have purchased any of these recalled products are advised to stop using them immediately and follow the instructions included in the recall alerts. All affected retailers are offering full refunds, with no receipt required in most cases. The recalls underscore the critical role that safety standards play in protecting consumers and demonstrate the responsiveness of major retailers when potential hazards are identified. Shoppers should regularly check retailer websites and the Office for Product Safety and Standards for the latest recall information.