Outdoor Research Recalls Warming Gloves Due to Burn Hazard
Recalled January 28, 2009 · CPSC recall 09110 · Outdoor Research
Hazard
The glove's electric heating pad can short circuit and overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these gloves immediately and contact Outdoor Research for a full refund or credit.
Units
About 900
Incidents / injuries
The firm has received five reports of the gloves overheating, including one consumer who suffered burns to her hand.
Description
The recalled winter gloves are black-colored and have a battery-powered heating element. The gloves included in the recall are style number 77000 (men's) in sizes S, M, L, XL, and style number 77010 (women's) in sizes S, M, L. The product name is printed on the inside cuff of the left glove.
What to do
Consumers should stop using these gloves immediately and contact Outdoor Research for a full refund or credit.
Contact
For additional information, contact Outdoor Research toll-free at (888) 467- 4327 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.outdoorresearch.com
Product
Primovolta and "Primavolta" Warming Gloves
Manufacturer(s)
Outdoor Research Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Retailers
Major outdoor specialty retailers from September 2008 through January 2009 for about $260.
Made in
China · Sri Lanka
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →