CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT
The glove's electric heating pad can short circuit and overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Outdoor Research Recalls Warming Gloves Due to Burn Hazard
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.
Required Consumer Action
Consumers should stop using these gloves immediately and contact Outdoor Research for a full refund or credit.
Contact Information
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
Recall Details
Sold At
Major outdoor specialty retailers from September 2008 through January 2009 for about $260.
Injuries
The firm has received five reports of the gloves overheating, including one consumer who suffered burns to her hand.
Manufacturer
Outdoor Research Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Recall Number
09110
Product Information
Product Name
Primovolta and "Primavolta" Warming Gloves
Product Type
Gloves
Number of Units
About 900
Manufacturer Name
Outdoor Research Inc., of Seattle, Wash.
Manufactured In
Sri Lanka