Tech Gear 5.7 Recalls Performance Heated Socks Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
CPSC Recall1 injuries · 2019-03-14 · 19082
Hazards
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.
Recall
Number
19082
Date
2019-03-14
Injuries reported
1
Products
Names
Mobile Warming Performance Heated Socks
Remedies
Options
Refund; Replace
Companies
Manufacturer(s)
Mi Croteck Gaoke (HK) Limited/Shenzhen FCY Technology Co. Ltd, of China
Retailer(s)
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.
Importer(s)
Tech Gear 5.7, Inc., of San Marcos, Calif.
Country of manufacture
China
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.