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Product recall · CPSCJanuary 28, 2009Serious
Outdoor Research Warming Gloves
The notice says to stop using it — see below for what to do.
What’s wrong
The glove's electric heating pad can short circuit and overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
The Recall Registry rates this serious — Fire or burn risk.
What it looks like
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What to do
Consumers should stop using these gloves immediately and contact Outdoor Research for a full refund or credit.
Who to 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
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.
Details
- Units affected
- About 900
- Recall date
- January 28, 2009
- Brand
- Outdoor Research Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
- Injuries reported
- Yes
- What has been reported
- The firm has received five reports of the gloves overheating, including one consumer who suffered burns to her hand.
7700077010
Major outdoor specialty retailers from September 2008 through January 2009 for about $260.
The official notice
This recall was issued by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Recall Registry summarises it — always confirm the details at the source.
Their exact wording: “Outdoor Research Recalls Warming Gloves Due to Burn Hazard”
Worried about the other things in your house? You can write down what you have and be told if one is recalled — or, if you sell second-hand, check your whole stock at once.
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