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CPSCRecalled Mar 14, 2019 · #19082

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

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.

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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.

Product details

Product
Mobile Warming Performance Heated Socks
Type
Manufacturer
Mi Croteck Gaoke (HK) Limited/Shenzhen FCY Technology Co. Ltd, of China
Model numbers
MW18A04-17-14, MW18A04-17-15, MW18A04-M4-10/W6-11, MW18A04-M10-14
UPCs
Sold at
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.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled socks, remove the battery and contact the firm for instructions on how to receive a free replacement pair of socks with battery or a full refund.

View the official CPSC notice