Recalls / 2002-01-16

CPSC, Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores Announce Recall of Stainless Steel Lunch Bottles

02085 · Recalled 2002-01-16 · CPSC page

Description

The recalled Wide Mouth Lunch Bottles are 32-oz. stainless steel containers, with a black base and handle, a black carrying strap, and a two-piece lid (including a drinking cup). The insulated bottles have the words "Eddie Bauer" written on one side of the container (which is located 1 3/4 inches from the lower edge of the plastic collar), and a label that reads "Eddie Bauer Wide Mouth Lunch Bottle" on the other. On the bottom of the bottle, there is a sticker that reads "Made in China."

Hazards

The insulated bottles have a weak seal and can leak hot liquids, which poses a serious burn hazard to consumers.

Reported injuries

Eddie Bauer has received four reports of the insulated bottles leaking, though no injuries have been reported.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using these bottles immediately and return them to any Eddie Bauer store for a full refund.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Eddie Bauer Wide Mouth Lunch Bottles		4,000

Parties

Importer: Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores, of Redmond, Wash.
Made in: China
Sold at: Eddie Bauer outlet sold these insulated bottles, from September 2001 through November 2001, for about $24.

Consumer contact

For more information, consumers can call Eddie Bauer at (800) 426-6253 between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT Monday through Sunday or log on to the company's website at www.eddiebaueroutlet.com

More images

Recalled Eddie Bauer bottle with detached top

Source: CPSC recall 02085. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.