Recalls / 2006-08-17
Lands' End Children's Light-Up Backpacks Recalled for Overheating
06576 · Recalled 2006-08-17 · CPSC page
Description
This recall involves children's Cool Blue backpacks with lights and reflective trim. The backpacks were sold in seven colors: dark blue, light blue, orange, red, green, maroon and purple. Style number 175732 is printed on a label attached to the left side of the main compartment. Backpacks sold after July 19, 2006 are not included in this recall.
Hazards
The backpack's battery pack can overheat, causing the battery case to melt, presenting a burn hazard if touched.
Reported injuries
Lands' End has not received any reports of injuries or incidents. The hazard was discovered during internal product review.
Remedy
Consumers should stop using these backpacks immediately. Consumers with the affected backpacks are being sent a replacement backpack and battery pack with instructions to return the original product.
Products
| Name | Model | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Cool Blue Backpacks | About 400 |
Parties
- Importer
- Lands' End, of Dodgeville, Wis.
- Made in
- China
- Sold at
- Lands' End catalog, Web site at www.landsend.com during July 2006 for about $80.
Consumer contact
For more information, consumers can contact Lands' End at (800) 200-6212 anytime.
Source: CPSC recall 06576. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.