Telebrands Recalls Scarves with Microwaveable Heat Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Recalled March 10, 2010 · CPSC recall 10159 · Telebrands

Hazard

The heat packs can overheat when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Therma Scarf and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If purchased through the infomercial or over the internet, consumers will be contacted by Telebrands with instructions on how to obtain a full refund.

Units

About 98,500 in the United States and about 1,500 in Canada

Incidents / injuries

The firm has received seven reports of overheating, including five fires, three of which resulted in property damage to the microwave. Two of the incidents were in Canada. No injuries have been reported.

Description

The recalled scarves have pockets and microwaveable heat packs composed of flax seeds. The scarves are made of polyester/cotton, and were sold in black and camel colors.

What to do

Contact

For additional information, contact Telebrands at (800) 777-4034 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.telebrands.com

Product

Therma Scarf scarves

Imported by

Telebrands Corp., of Fairfield, N.J.

Retailers

Bed Bath & Beyond® stores, As Seen on TV retail kiosks in shopping malls nationwide, through direct response television and over the internet at www.thermascarf.com and www.asseenontvguys.com from October 2009 through January 2010 for between $20 and $25.

Made in

China

Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Official recall notice on cpsc.gov →