A new scam targeting individuals who made Amazon purchases in March has emerged, falsely claiming a “product recall” notification. The deceptive text message, received by UK consumers, initiates with an alert stating “Amazon Product Recall Notice.” The message then offers a full refund, prompting recipients to click a link and log in to their Amazon accounts. Furthermore, it advises users to immediately cease using the product.
The message, as shared by Mirror Online, informs recipients of a product recall related to an item from their March 2026 order due to a design flaw posing potential safety hazards. Despite the alarming tone, this is a phishing scam aimed at deceiving concerned customers into divulging their login credentials, a risky move with potential consequences.
Clicking the provided link redirects users to a fraudulent Amazon sign-in page designed to look authentic. Once login details are entered, scammers can illicitly access and misuse the information, such as making unauthorized purchases, locking victims out of their accounts, or accessing personal data.
While this scam is relatively recent, targeting smartphone users, it is not the first time Amazon customers have encountered such fraudulent schemes. Previously, in February, cybercriminals circulated messages claiming product recalls for safety reasons, leading to a similar warning issued by consumer group Which?.
In response to these scams, Amazon highlighted the prevalence of various fraudulent activities that prompt payments via email, phone, or text. The company advised customers to remain cautious when pressured to act urgently, as scammers often manipulate urgency to deceive consumers.
To enhance security, Amazon recommends vigilance towards unfamiliar phone numbers, unexpected order or delivery messages, and links with misspellings or unusual URLs. Staying alert to these signs can help customers avoid falling victim to scams and protect their accounts.
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