• MATCH
  • CLEAR
  • DATA
  • HUMAN

How to verify product recalls with your AI

Connect your AI to the CPSC database to cross-reference product identifiers. Your agent handles the lookup so you can quickly check your inventory or purchases.

Ask AI about this page

Short answer

Can my AI check for product recalls?

Yes. Your AI uses the search_recalls tool to query the CPSC database using model numbers or UPCs. You'll get specific details on any active safety alerts found.

Recall check outcomes.

What you'll find.

The AI scans the CPSC database to provide these specific results.

MATCH

Active recall found

The AI finds a match for your UPC or model number. You get the specific hazard details and the reason for the recall.

CLEAR

No recalls found

The AI confirms the identifier isn't in the current CPSC recall list. This verifies the product isn't flagged for known safety issues.

DATA

Remedy instructions

The AI pulls the official instructions for handling a recalled item. You'll see exactly what the manufacturer recommends doing next.

HUMAN

Manual verification

If the AI finds a partial match or ambiguous data, it flags it for you. You decide if the product is actually at risk.

The workflow

What your AI does when a product ID arrives.

Your agent acts as the interface between your product data and the official safety records.

  1. Parse identifiers

    Your agent extracts the UPC or model number from your message or document.

    search_recalls

  2. Query CPSC

    The AI sends the identifier to the official database to look for safety matches.

    search_recalls

  3. Verify matches

    The AI compares the database results against your specific product details.

    search_recalls

  4. Deliver report

    Your agent provides the recall status and the necessary safety steps.

    search_recalls

Try it

Copy these to start.

Paste these into your chat to begin checking products.

Starting points

Swap the bracketed text for your actual UPCs or model numbers.

CPSC Connector

You're all set. Choose your MCP client and follow the setup instructions.

Connector linkhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xXV85sQiiZw3gQxCpe1WDFEtJ3HTmj5Vawqt83JL/mcp

Claude Desktop

Follow the steps below to connect in seconds.

  1. 1In Claude Desktop, open Settings → Connectors.
  2. 2Click “Add custom connector” and paste the connector link above as the remote MCP server URL.
  3. 3Click Add and start a new chat — CPSC capabilities are ready to use.
Configuration · claude_desktop_config.jsonCopy
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cpsc-consumer-product-safety-commission-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_xXV85sQiiZw3gQxCpe1WDFEtJ3HTmj5Vawqt83JL/mcp"
    }
  }
}
Copy into chat04

  • Check if UPC 012345678901 is under an active CPSC recall.

  • Is model number XYZ-9000 currently recalled by the CPSC?

  • Search for recalls for these model numbers: [Insert List].

  • Does the CPSC have any active recalls for UPC 987654321?

  • Claude
  • ChatGPT
  • Cursor
  • VS Code
  • Windsurf
  • Claude Code
  • JetBrains
  • Cline

Start here

Connect CPSC once, then ask.

Connect the CPSC MCP to your client in one click. Your credentials stay encrypted, and you can use the tool in any compatible client immediately.

Connect CPSC to your AI

FAQ

How this task behaves.

  • 01

    Can the AI fix a recall issue?

    No. The AI only retrieves data. You must contact the manufacturer or the CPSC to handle any actual product returns or repairs.

  • 02

    Can the AI change CPSC records?

    No. The AI has read-only access via the search_recalls tool. It cannot modify or delete any official government data.

  • 03

    What if the UPC isn't in the database?

    The AI will tell you that no matching recall was found for that specific identifier.

  • 04

    Can I check a whole spreadsheet of products?

    Yes. You can provide a list of identifiers, and your agent will check each one against the database.

  • 05

    Does this work in Cursor or VS Code?

    Yes, it works in any MCP-compatible client once you connect the CPSC MCP through Vinkius.

  • More questions about CPSC? See everything the CPSC Connector can do

Connect CPSC to Claude, Cursor, ChatGPT & more