Outdoor Research Recalls Warming Gloves Due to Burn Hazard
Recall at a glance
- Recall number
- 09-110 (CPSC)
- Recall date
- January 28, 2009
- Brand
- Outdoor Research
- Category
- Clothing and accessories
- Products
- Primovolta and "Primavolta" Warming Gloves
- Hazard
- Burn Hazard
- Hazard type
- Fire and burn
- Units
- About 900
- Made in
- China, Sri Lanka
- Last updated by CPSC
- May 23, 2014
What was recalled
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.
Is my product affected?
Compare your product with the details below, including model numbers where listed.
- Primovolta and "Primavolta" Warming Gloves · About 900 units
Photos from the recall notice
Where it was sold
Companies named in the notice: Major outdoor specialty retailers from September 2008 through January 2009 for about $260.; Outdoor Research Inc., of Seattle, Wash..
Injuries or incidents reported
The firm has received five reports of the gloves overheating, including one consumer who suffered burns to her hand.
Consumer 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
Recall history and context
Since 2019 CPSC has recorded 136 recalls in the clothing and accessories category, 19 recalls of them in the past 12 months.
Frequently asked questions
What was recalled?
Primovolta and "Primavolta" Warming Gloves (About 900 units). The recalled winter gloves are black-colored and have a battery-powered heating element.
Why was it recalled?
CPSC lists the reason as: Burn Hazard.
What should I do if I own one?
Consumers should stop using these gloves immediately and contact Outdoor Research for a full refund or credit.
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