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Columbia Sportswear Recalls Batteries Sold With Jackets Due To Fire Hazard

Reported: November 16, 2011 Initiated: November 16, 2011 #12705

Product 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.

Reason for Recall

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

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.

Details

Units Affected
About 220 (two battery packs sold with each jacket totaling 440 batteries)

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Units affected: About 220 (two battery packs sold with each jacket totaling 440 batteries).
Why was this product recalled?
The batteries have a cell defect which can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.
What should consumers do?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on November 16, 2011. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 12705.