# Tech Gear 5.7 Recalls Performance Heated Socks Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
> **CPSC recall** · 2019-03-14 · 19082 · 1 injuries reported
## Recall
- **Number:** 19082
- **Date:** 2019-03-14
- **Injuries reported:** 1
## Products

Mobile Warming Performance Heated Socks

## 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.

## Remedies

Refund; Replace

## 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.

## Source
- [CPSC recall page](https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2019/Tech-Gear-5-7-Recalls-Performance-Heated-Socks-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards)
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