Columbia Sportswear Recalls Seven Models of Heated Jackets Due To Burn Hazard

Men's and Women's Heated Jackets

Date of Recall

2013-01-29

CPSC Release Number

13-104

Manufactured In

China

Units

About 9,600 in the U.S. and 640 in Canada

Importer

Columbia Sportswear Company, of Portland, Ore.

Sold By

Bass Pro Outdoor World, Dick's Sporting Goods and other major retailers and sporting or outdoor stores nationwide; and online at Amazon.com and Columbia.com from May 2012 to January 2013 for between $250 and $1,200. 

Problem/Hazard

The heated inner wrist cuff can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Injuries/Incidents

No incidents of jacket wrist cuffs overheating were reported in the U.S. The firm received reports of one incident in Europe and one in Canada. No injuries were reported.

Description

This recall involves seven models of men's and women's 2012 Columbia Omni-Heat™ electric heated jackets. They are polyester and have the Columbia name printed on the front upper left side. The jackets have two battery packs located in inner pouches. Jackets with the following names and style numbers are being recalled:

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the heated jackets and check the style number to determine if they are part of the recall. Those with recalled jackets should disconnect both batteries from the electrical connections inside the battery pouches and contact Columbia Sportswear for a full refund with proof of purchase. Without proof of purchase, the following refund prices will apply:

Consumer Contact

Columbia Sportswear Company toll-free at (866) 201-9073 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET. Monday through Friday, or online at www.Columbia.com, click on Recall Information at the bottom of the page, then select 2012 Heated Jacket Recall.

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