CPSC2010-03-10
Telebrands Recalls Scarves with Microwaveable Heat Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
Telebrands Corp., of Fairfield, N.J.
Hazard
The heat packs can overheat when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Therma Scarf and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If purchased through the infomercial or over the internet, consumers will be contacted by Telebrands with instructions on how to obtain a full refund.
Sold at
Bed Bath & Beyond® stores, As Seen on TV retail kiosks in shopping malls nationwide, through direct response television and over the internet at www.thermascarf.com and www.asseenontvguys.com from October 2009 through January 2010 for between $20 and $25.
Affected count
About 98,500 in the United States and about 1,500 in Canada
Injuries reported
The firm has received seven reports of overheating, including five fires, three of which resulted in property damage to the microwave. Two of the incidents were in Canada. No injuries have been reported.
Manufactured in
China
Products
Therma Scarf scarves
Consumer contact
For additional information, contact Telebrands at (800) 777-4034 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.telebrands.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Telebrands-Recalls-Scarves-with-Microwaveable-Heat-Packs-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-HazardsDon't want to check this manually?
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