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CPSCRecalled Nov 16, 2011 · #12705

Columbia Sportswear Recalls Batteries Sold With Jackets Due To Fire Hazard

Hazard

The batteries have a cell defect which can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.

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Description

This recall involves battery packs that power heating systems in jackets. Two battery packs were included with the following Omni-Heat™ Electric jacket styles: Omni-Heat™ Electric Wader Widgeon, Omni-Heat™ Electric Big Game and Omni-Heat™ Gale Warning Interchange. The black battery packs are 3.25 inches long by 2.3 inches wide by 0.7 inches deep and marked with "Columbia" on the top and "OMNI-HEAT™" on the bottom of the pack. "Part: 054978-001" is printed on the side label.

Product details

Product
Omni-Heat™ Lithium-Polymer Rechargeable Batteries
Type
Batteries (Other than Button Batteries)
Manufacturer
Not specified
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
Columbia online retail for $79. The recalled battery packs were included with the jackets sold by Columbia online retail and outdoor and sporting goods dealers nationwide from July 2011 to September 2011 from $900 to $1200.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately remove the battery pack from the jacket and contact the firm for instructions to return both battery packs to Columbia for free replacements.

View the official CPSC notice