Tech Gear 5.7 Recalls Performance Heated Socks Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

Mobile Warming Performance Heated Socks

Date of Recall

2019-03-14

CPSC Release Number

19-082

Manufactured In

China

Units

4,000

Importer

Tech Gear 5.7, Inc., of San Marcos, Calif.

Sold By

Scheels and other sporting goods, workwear and farm supply stores nationwide and online at www.mobilewarming.com and www.Amazon.com from September 2018 through November 2018 for about $130.

Problem/Hazard

The lithium-ion battery can overheat, melt or ignite when charged with a charger other than the one provided with the product, posing fire and burn hazards to the user.

Injuries/Incidents

Tech Gear 5.7 has received four reports of batteries overheating, melting or igniting, resulting in minor property damage in two instances, and melting of the battery case in the others. No injuries have been reported.

Description

This recall involves Mobile Warming Performance Heated Socks sold with lithium-ion batteries. Only socks with serial number MW18A04-17-14, MW18A04-17-15, MW18A04-M4-10/W6-11 and MW18A04-M10-14 are included in the recall. These socks are gray and made of a poly-cotton blend in men's and women's size 6-10 and 10-14. The socks heat when the battery is connected and is in the on position. The heating on/off is controlled through the battery switch or the phone app when a phone is paired.

Remedy

Refund

Consumer Contact

Tech Gear 5.7 toll-free at 888-908-6024 from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or email at [email protected] or online at www.mobilewarming.com and click on "Recall Information" for more information.

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