CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The backpack's battery pack can overheat, causing the battery case to melt, presenting a burn hazard if touched.
Lands' End Children's Light-Up Backpacks Recalled for Overheating
This recall involves children's Cool Blue backpacks with lights and reflective trim. The backpacks were sold in seven colors: dark blue, light blue, orange, red, green, maroon and purple. Style number 175732 is printed on a label attached to the left side of the main compartment. Backpacks sold after July 19, 2006 are not included in this recall.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these backpacks immediately. Consumers with the affected backpacks are being sent a replacement backpack and battery pack with instructions to return the original product.
Contact Information
For more information, consumers can contact Lands' End at (800) 200-6212 anytime.
Recall Details
Sold At
Lands' End catalog and Web site at www.landsend.com during July 2006 for about $80.
Injuries
Lands' End has not received any reports of injuries or incidents. The hazard was discovered during internal product review.
Recall Number
06576
Product Information
Product Name
Cool Blue Backpacks
Product Type
Backpacks/Bags
Number of Units
About 400
Imported By
Lands' End, of Dodgeville, Wis.
Manufactured In
China