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Four mothers file federal class action lawsuit against Baby Brezza over alleged formula dispenser defects
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A federal class action lawsuit alleges that Baby Brezza automated formula dispensers have a mechanical defect that dispenses less powder than required, resulting in improperly diluted bottles and potential infant malnutrition. Four mothers filed the complaint representing nationwide consumers in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York.
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The litigation seeks monetary damages exceeding $5 million for economic injuries on behalf of thousands of families who purchased devices such as the Formula Pro, Formula Pro Advanced, and Formula Pro Mini.
Key Facts
- Four mothers filed a federal class action lawsuit against Baby Brezza Enterprises LLC and The Betesh Group Holding Corporation on Sept. 1, 2026.
- The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York on behalf of nationwide consumers who purchased devices like the Formula Pro, Formula Pro Advanced, and Formula Pro Mini.
- The complaint alleges that a mechanical defect in the machines dispenses substantially less formula powder than required, creating watered-down bottles.
- Plaintiffs cite a 2024 Consumer Reports investigation that found certain Formula Pro models dispensed an average of 15% less powder than intended.
- The lawsuit claims the company was aware of issues for years through Consumer Product Safety Commission reports, reviews, and a 2020 lawsuit, but blamed users instead of redesigning hardware.
- The legal action formally charges defendants with fraud and breach of express warranty.
- The plaintiffs are seeking class-action certification and monetary damages for economic injuries exceeding $5 million.
- Baby Brezza has until Nov. 18 to respond to the lawsuit according to Bressler LLP.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationThe New York Times“Published an investigation detailing pediatricians' accounts”OrganizationBaby Brezza Enterprises LLC“Named defendant company”OrganizationBaby Brezza“Defendant in the class action lawsuit”PersonJon Borgese“Parent who filed a proposed class action in February 2020”locationU.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York“Court where the lawsuit was filed”OrganizationThe Betesh Group Holding Corporation“Parent company of Baby Brezza”OrganizationBressler LLP“Law firm representing the plaintiffs”OrganizationConsumer Reports“Conducted a 2024 investigation into the formula dispensers”OrganizationConsumer Product Safety Commission“Received reports regarding the devices”