Gerbings Recalls Heated Jacket Liners Due to Burn Hazard
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2013-04-17 · 13171
Hazards
A defective wire connector can cause the jacket liner to overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Recall
Number
13171
Date
2013-04-17
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
12-volt heated jacket liners
Remedies
Options
Replace; Repair
Companies
Retailer(s)
Harley-Davidson® dealerships, Eagle Leather and other sporting goods, retail stores and motorcycle shops nationwide from April 2011 through December 2012 for between $200 and $240.
Importer(s)
Gerbings, LLC, of Stoneville, N.C.
Country of manufacture
China
Description
This recall involves Gerbings and Harley-Davidson® black nylon, 12-volt, heated jacket liners. The jacket liners heat up when plugged into a vehicle, such as a motorcycle or snowmobile. "Gerbing's Heated Clothing" or "Harley Davidson®" is printed on the front left chest of the jacket liners. The Gerbing's jacket liners have model number JKLN and PO# 3796 and Harley-Davidson® jackets have model number 98324-09VM and GM32873, GM32874, GM34188, GM34189, GM34190 or GM34191. The model number, PO number and "Use only 12 Volts" are printed on a label sewn inside next to the jacket liner's front zipper.