Recalls / 2011-11-16

Columbia Sportswear Recalls Batteries Sold With Jackets Due To Fire Hazard

12705 · Recalled 2011-11-16 · CPSC page

Description

This recall involves battery packs that power heating systems in jackets. Two battery packs were included with the following Omni-Heat™ Electric jacket styles: Omni-Heat™ Electric Wader Widgeon, Omni-Heat™ Electric Big Game and Omni-Heat™ Gale Warning Interchange. The black battery packs are 3.25 inches long by 2.3 inches wide by 0.7 inches deep and marked with "Columbia" on the top and "OMNI-HEAT™" on the bottom of the pack. "Part: 054978-001" is printed on the side label.

Hazards

The batteries have a cell defect which can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.

Reported injuries

The firm has received one report of a battery overheating that was discovered at its distribution facility in France. No incidents or injuries have been reported in the United States.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately remove the battery pack from the jacket and contact the firm for instructions to return both battery packs to Columbia for free replacements.

Products

Name	Model	Units
Omni-Heat™ Lithium-Polymer Rechargeable Batteries		About 220 (two battery packs sold with each jacket totaling 440 batteries)

Parties

Importer: Columbia Sportswear Company, of Portland, Ore.
Made in: China
Sold at: outdoor, sporting goods dealers nationwide

Consumer contact

For additional information, contact Columbia Sportswear Company between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. PT at (800) 622-6953, email Columbia@custhelp.com, or visit the firm's website at www.Columbia.com/Recall Firm Media Contact: (503) 985-4584

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Source: CPSC recall 12705. Inclusion in this database is not legal or medical advice.