Omni-Heat™ Lithium-Polymer Rechargeable Batteries
Published January 9, 2013
Summary
CPSC records recall 13089, published January 9, 2013. Reported units: About 66 batteries (33 jackets with two battery packs each).
What's the hazard
The batteries have a cell defect which can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.
What to do
Consumers should immediately check the battery packs included with the electric jacket to determine if they are part of the recall. Those with affected batteries should immediately remove the affected battery pack(s) from the jacket and contact Columbia Sportswear for a free replacement.
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Recall details
- Brand
- Columbia Sportswear Company, of Portland, Ore.
- Distributor
- The recalled battery packs were sold with Columbia electric jackets sold by Columbia online and at Columbia Sportswear stores in the cities and states listed below between September and November 2012 for about $260. The nine Columbia Sportswear outlets that carried the jackets with battery packs are located in: Sunrise, Fla. 33304 Wrentham, Mass. 02093 Birch Run, Mich. 48415-9496 Albertville, Minn. 55301 Central Valley, N.Y. 10917 Las Vegas, Nev. 89106 Grove City, Penn. 16127 Park City, Utah 84098 Pleasant Prairie, Wis. 53158-1705
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was Omni-Heat™ Lithium-Polymer Rechargeable Batteries recalled?
Yes. CPSC published recall 13089 on January 9, 2013. Reported hazard: The batteries have a cell defect which can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.
What should I do if I have this product?
Consumers should immediately check the battery packs included with the electric jacket to determine if they are part of the recall. Those with affected batteries should immediately remove the affected battery pack(s) from the jacket and contact Columbia Sportswear for a free replacement.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: Columbia Sportswear Company, of Portland, Ore..