Columbia Sportswear is recalling about 9,600 men's and women's Omni-Heat™ electric heated jackets because the inner wrist cuffs can overheat. These polyester jackets feature two battery packs in internal pouches and were sold at retailers like Bass Pro Outdoor World, Dick's Sporting Goods, and online at Amazon.com and Columbia.com from May 2012 to January 2013. While no injuries have been reported, two incidents of overheating were documented in Europe and Canada. Consumers with these jackets can receive a full refund.
The heating element in the inner wrist cuff can malfunction and overheat during use, posing a direct burn hazard to the wearer's skin.
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: Men's and Women's Circuit Breaker™ II Jacket $275 Men's and Women's Electro AMP™ Jacket $250 Men's and Women's Electro™ Interchange Jacket $300 Men's Electric Big Game™ Interchange $300
Circuit Breaker™ II Jacket (SM7051)
Electro AMP™ Jacket (SM7061)
Electro™ Interchange Jacket (SM7886)
Electric Big Game™ Interchange Jacket (HM7198)
Circuit Breaker™ II Jacket (SL7022)
Electro AMP™ Jacket (SL7021)
Electro™ Interchange Jacket (SL7885)
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: CPSC Notice · Raw API Response