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critical recall_violation

Listing a recalled product

What this means

Amazon cross-references CPSC and FDA recall databases. Listings matching recalled products are removed and account-level penalties applied.

Why this happens

Old inventory of products since recalled — often baby products, kitchen appliances, electronics with battery recalls.

How to fix it

  1. Cross-check inventory against current CPSC, FDA, and equivalent agency recall lists.
  2. Remove recalled SKUs from feed and from FBA warehouses (request removal orders).
  3. Set up a quarterly recall-check process to catch new recalls.
  4. If accidentally listed, file a Plan of Action with Amazon promptly.

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