CPSC2026-04-23

32 Degrees Recalls Heated Socks Due to Burn Hazard

David Peyser Sportswear d/b/a 32 Degrees, of New York, New York

32 Degrees Heated Socks Recalled for Burn Risk

32 Degrees heated socks can overheat and cause burns when worn during intense exercise that combines heat, friction, moisture, and pressure. No injuries have been reported yet, but the risk exists during high-activity use.

  • Stop wearing 32 Degrees heated socks during intense physical activity
  • Contact 32 Degrees or check their website for return or refund instructions
  • If your feet were burned, seek medical attention
Hazard
When worn during high-intensity activities that generate a combination of heat, excessive friction, moisture and pressure, the socks can pose an injury hazard including burns.
Remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the heated socks and return them to Costco for a full refund.
Sold at
Costco stores and online at Costco.com from August 2025 through March 2026 for between $30 and $46.
Affected count
About 207,806
Injuries reported
14 heat-related incidents have been reported, with 13 involving first- or second-degree burns.
Manufactured in
China
Remedy type
Refund
Products
32 Degrees Heated Socks
Consumer contact
32 Degrees toll-free at 833-997-2452 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@32degrees.com, or online at https://www.32degrees.com/recall or https://www.32degrees.com and click "Sock Recall" at the bottom of the page under "Support" for more information.

Official notice

https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/32-Degrees-Recalls-Heated-Socks-Due-to-Burn-Hazard

Original summary

This recall involves heated socks sold in three sizes (medium, large, extra large), all in the color black. "32° HEAT" appears on the battery pack casing, battery pack packaging, user manual and the exterior retail packaging for the products.

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