Amazon has taken legal action against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission's ruling, which holds the e-commerce company liable for recalling hundreds of thousands of products sold on its platform. The commission mandated Amazon to notify customers who purchased over 400,000 recalled items and refund those who can provide evidence of proper disposal. The commission determined last summer that Amazon qualified as a "distributor" of faulty products from third-party vendors on its site. Amazon, however, disputes this classification, asserting its role as a "third-party logistics provider" and denying responsibility for recalls of products not owned or manufactured by the company.

In response to the CPSC's accusations of Amazon distributing hazardous items, the company claims it had previously issued recall notices and refunds when safety concerns arose. Amazon's lawsuit also challenges the CPSC's authority, labeling the agency as "unconstitutionally structured." Furthermore, Amazon's legal disputes extend to issues with the National Labor Relations Board. Despite their differences, the CPSC declined to comment on Amazon's lawsuit. Commissioner Richard L. Trumka Jr. emphasized the agency's duty to hold companies accountable and enforce laws without exemption.