Drinkmate Carbonation Bottle Explosion Injury Lawsuit Lawyers

FDA Recall Warns Consumers of Impact, Laceration, and Hearing Damage Hazards Linked to Defective Drinkmate 1-Liter Bottles

Home carbonation systems have become increasingly popular, giving consumers the ability to create sparkling water and soda in their own kitchens. However, not all of these products are risk-free. On August 14, 2025, Drinkmate announced the recall of approximately 106,200 one-liter carbonation bottles in the United States and another 5,000 in Canada due to serious safety hazards.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that these bottles can explode during use, sending plastic fragments flying at high speeds. Consumers have reported injuries ranging from deep cuts to blunt force trauma and hearing damage. For a device meant to make daily life more convenient, these reports raise alarming concerns about product safety and consumer protection.

The Scope of the Recall

The recall affects 1-liter polyethylene terephthalate (PET) carbonation bottles sold under the Drinkmate brand. These bottles came in several colors, including red, blue, white, and black, and were available both as individual purchases and as part of the Drinkmate OmniFizz starter kits.

Key recall details:

• Expiration Dates Involved: January 2026 through October 2026 (printed on the side of the bottle).
• Retailers: Sold online at iDrinkproducts.com, Amazon.com, Walmart.com, Target.com, and HomeDepot.com.
• Timeline: Available from April 2023 through October 2024.
• Price Range: About $20 for individual bottles and $130 when included in starter kits.

Only bottles within the expiration date range are affected. Consumers are advised to carefully check their bottles and immediately stop using them if included in the recall.

Nature of the Hazard and Reported Injuries

The danger arises from the bottles’ potential to burst under pressure during normal use. Instead of containing carbonation safely, the PET bottles may rupture violently, creating:

• Impact Hazards: Forceful fragments striking users or bystanders.
• Laceration Hazards: Sharp edges from shattered plastic causing deep cuts.
• Hearing Hazards: Explosions generating loud sounds that can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss.

To date, Drinkmate has received eight reports of explosions, with four involving significant injuries, including lacerations, blunt impact trauma, and hearing damage. These injuries underscore the severity of the hazard and the potential consequences of defective consumer products.

What Consumers Should Do

The recall instructs consumers to immediately stop using affected bottles and follow Drinkmate’s replacement process:

1. Mark the bottle with the word “Recall” in permanent marker.
2. Properly dispose of the bottle.
3. Complete the replacement request form on Drinkmate’s website.
4. Upload a photo of the marked bottle.
5. Receive a free replacement bottle, with shipping included.

While replacement reduces future risk, the process does not address past injuries suffered by consumers who already experienced explosions. Victims of these incidents may have significant legal claims for compensation.

How This Recall Highlights Product Liability Concerns

When a consumer product poses dangers during normal use, manufacturers may face product liability claims. These legal claims hold companies responsible when their products:

• Contain design defects making them inherently unsafe.
• Are manufactured incorrectly, leading to structural weaknesses.
• Fail to provide adequate warnings about potential hazards.

In the case of Drinkmate’s 1-liter bottles, consumers could argue that the product design or materials made it prone to catastrophic failure. Injured individuals may pursue lawsuits to recover compensation for medical treatment, lost wages, long-term rehabilitation, or pain and suffering.

The Legal Rights of Injured Consumers

Consumers who suffer injuries from defective products have clear legal rights. Potential claims include:

• Strict Liability: Holding Drinkmate accountable regardless of intent if the product is proven defective.
• Negligence: Arguing the company failed to ensure proper testing and quality control.
• Failure to Warn: Claiming inadequate consumer warnings about explosion risks.
• Breach of Warranty: Asserting that the product failed to meet implied promises of safety and reliability.

Families of victims who suffered severe or fatal injuries may also file wrongful death lawsuits, seeking damages for loss of companionship, funeral costs, and emotional suffering.

Broader Implications for Consumer Safety

This recall is not an isolated incident but part of a larger pattern of safety issues in consumer products. Each year, the CPSC oversees thousands of recalls involving household items, electronics, toys, and food products.

The Drinkmate recall underscores:

• The need for rigorous testing of consumer goods before they reach the market.
• The importance of timely recalls to prevent additional injuries.
• The role of legal action in driving corporate accountability and encouraging safer designs in the future.

Consumers depend on manufacturers to put safety first. When companies fail, litigation can force them to improve safety measures and prevent future tragedies.

FAQs About Drinkmate Recall Lawsuits

1. What is the Drinkmate recall about?
   Drinkmate recalled about 106,200 one-liter carbonation bottles in the U.S. and 5,000 in Canada because they can explode during use, posing impact, laceration, and hearing hazards.
2. Which bottles are included in the recall?
   The affected bottles are one-liter PET bottles with red, blue, white, or black caps and bases. They have expiration dates between January 2026 and October 2026.
3. How many injuries have been reported?
   As of the recall date, eight incidents have been reported, including four cases with injuries such as cuts, blunt trauma, and hearing damage.
4. What should I do if I own a recalled bottle?
   Stop using it immediately. Mark it with “Recall,” dispose of it properly, submit a replacement form on Drinkmate’s website, and request a free replacement.
5. What if I was injured by an exploding bottle?
   You may have a legal claim for compensation. Injuries caused by defective products can support lawsuits against manufacturers and distributors.
6. Do I need proof of purchase to file a lawsuit?
   Not necessarily. While proof of purchase helps, medical records, photos of the product, and injury documentation may also establish a case.
7. What damages could I recover in a lawsuit?
   Compensation may include hospital bills, surgical costs, lost income, rehabilitation expenses, and pain and suffering. In severe cases, families may also seek wrongful death damages.
8. Is there a deadline for filing a claim?
   Yes. Each state has statutes of limitations for product liability lawsuits. Consulting with an attorney promptly is essential to preserve your legal rights.

Contact Parker Waichman LLP For A Free Case Review

If you or a loved one were injured by an exploding Drinkmate carbonation bottle, you may be entitled to compensation. Parker Waichman LLP is a national personal injury law firm representing victims of dangerous and defective products. Our attorneys are investigating claims related to the Drinkmate recall and can help protect your rights.

Call 1-800-YOUR-LAWYER (1-800-968-7529) today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We will review your case, explain your legal options, and fight to secure the financial recovery you deserve. Regardless of your location or where your injury occurred, our nationwide product injury law firm is ready to assist you.