CPSC recall · Reported March 31, 2010
Ardica Recalls Heated Jackets and Vests Due to Burn Hazard
Electrical connections in the warming components in the jackets and vest can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
The CPSC recalled The recalled jackets and vests are designed to work with the Ardica Moshi Power system. T….
Ardica Recalls Heated Jackets and Vests Due to Burn Hazard was recalled and listed by the CPSC in March 31, 2010. Reason: Electrical connections in the warming components in the jackets and vest can overheat, posing a burn hazard t…. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jackets and vests, and contact Ardic…. Verify recall #10186 with the CPSC before acting.
The recall
issued this CPSC recall-Electrical connections in the warming components in the jackets and vest can overheat, posing a burn hazard t….
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- agency class
- March 31, 2010
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10186 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
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Product description
The recalled jackets and vests are designed to work with the Ardica Moshi Power system. The Moshi Power System is marked with "Ardica". The pouch below the collar of each garment is marked "Ardica Heat Power Charge." Each jacket and vest also has a power switch next to the logo on the front. The following models are affected by this recall: Ardica Enabled Mountain Hardwear Radiance Jackets, Refugium Jackets and Sitka Dutch Oven Vests. The Mountain Hardwear jackets have the Ardica name and logo on the right sleeve. Ardica Moshi power system Identifying marks The Moshi battery pack is marked with "Ardica" and "v.5 August 2009" on back. Mountain Hardwear Products: Refugium Jacket OM3306 is found on the care and content label inside the jacket.The jacket was sold in the following colors: 010 Black 225 Otter 412 Sapphire. Radiance Jacket (Women's Model) OL3307 is found on the care and content label inside the jacket.The jacket was sold in the following colors: 010 Black 109 Winter White. Identifying marks: The battery pack pouch below the collar is marked "Ardica Heat Power Charge." The product also has a power switch next to the Mountain Hardwear logo on the front of the jacket. The Ardica name and logo appear on the right sleeve. Sitka Product Dutch Oven Vest Identifying marks The battery pack pouch below the collar is marked "Ardica Heat Power Charge." The product also has a power switch next to the Sitka logo on the front of the vest
Reason for recall
Electrical connections in the warming components in the jackets and vest can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
Remedy, what to do
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jackets and vests, and contact Ardica for a full refund.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 10186 |
| Date reported | March 31, 2010 |
| Date initiated | March 31, 2010 |
| Recalling firm | Not disclosed |
| Affected scope | About 2,600 |
| Distribution | Not disclosed |
| Official source | CPSC notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
What to do with this recall
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled jackets and vests, and contact Ardica for a full refund.
- Check the recall number (10186) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official CPSC notice before acting. CPSC notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
This page summarizes the official CPSC record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.
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