Recalls / 2002-01-28
CPSC, Lands' End, Inc. Announce Recall of Electric Blankets
02520 · Recalled 2002-01-28 · CPSC page
Description
The recalled blankets are style numbers 73176, 73197 and 73198. They were sold in twin, double, queen and king sizes in various colors, including deep forest, mineral green, cornflower, brick red, and dark camel. The blankets have a white label with writing "Polartec Heat Blanket" and operating and care instructions.
Hazards
Some of the blankets may contain a loose connection, that may cause the unit to not function or to short-circuit, posing a risk of fire.
Reported injuries
Lands' End, Inc. has received one report of a loose connection. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using the recalled Polartec Heat® Blanket immediately and contact Lands' End, Inc. Purchasers will receive a full refund and a $50 gift certificate. If the blanket was a gift, consumers should call Lands' End, Inc. to provide the name, address and phone number of the recipient, so that it may follow up with him or her. Purchasers were sent direct mail notification of this recall.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Polartec Heat® Electric Blanket | About 15,000 |
Parties
- Distributor
- Lands' End, Inc., of Dodgeville, Wis.
- Sold at
- Lands' End, Inc. catalog, web site sold these blankets nationwide, from October 2001 through December 2001, for
Consumer contact
Consumers should call Lands' End, Inc. toll free at (866) 785-5561.
Source: CPSC recall 02520. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.