CPSC, Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores Announce Recall of Stainless Steel Lunch Bottles
CPSC recall 02085 · announced January 16, 2002 · Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores · 4,000 units affected
The product
The recalled Wide Mouth Lunch Bottles are 32-oz. stainless steel containers, with a black base and handle, a black carrying strap, and a two-piece lid (including a drinking cup). The insulated bottles have the words "Eddie Bauer" written on one side of the container (which is located 1 3/4 inches from the lower edge of the plastic collar), and a label that reads "Eddie Bauer Wide Mouth Lunch Bottle" on the other. On the bottom of the bottle, there is a sticker that reads "Made in China."
The hazard
The insulated bottles have a weak seal and can leak hot liquids, which poses a serious burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these bottles immediately and return them to any Eddie Bauer store for a full refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Eddie Bauer has received four reports of the insulated bottles leaking, though no injuries have been reported.
Sold at: Eddie Bauer outlet stores nationwide sold these insulated bottles, from September 2001 through November 2001, for about $24.
Consumer contact: For more information, consumers can call Eddie Bauer at (800) 426-6253 between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT Monday through Sunday or log on to the company's website at www.eddiebaueroutlet.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.