Outdoor Research Recalls Warming Gloves Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC recall 09110 · announced January 28, 2009 · Outdoor Research · 900 units affected
The product
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.
The hazard
The glove's electric heating pad can short circuit and overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these gloves immediately and contact Outdoor Research for a full refund or credit.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): The firm has received five reports of the gloves overheating, including one consumer who suffered burns to her hand.
Sold at: Major outdoor specialty retailers from September 2008 through January 2009 for about $260.
Consumer 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
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.