Emson Recalls UComfy Heat Wraps Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert)

The heat wrap can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Recall #: 16762
Affected scope: About 10,000

Compiled from official public sources by the publisher. · Updated September 2026

The CPSC recalled This recall involves UComfy Neck and Shoulder Heat wraps. The product is an electric powe….

Emson Recalls UComfy Heat Wraps Due to Burn Hazard (Recall Alert) was recalled and listed by the CPSC in July 27, 2016. Reason: The heat wrap can overheat, posing a burn hazard.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat wraps and contact Emson to rece…. Verify recall #16762 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The heat wrap can overheat, posing a burn hazard..

None
agency class: July 27, 2016
reported

Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #16762 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Product description

This recall involves UComfy Neck and Shoulder Heat wraps. The product is an electric powered wrap that provides heat to the user's neck, shoulders and upper back. The wraps come in two colors: beige (item number 9700FE) and blue (item number 9699FE). The item numbers appear on the product washing instructions label. The electric controller unit states "TYPE HP74." The connection between the power supply and the heat wrap has 4 prongs. Ucomfy is printed at the top of the white label attached to the heat wraps.

Reason for recall

The heat wrap can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

Remedy, what to do

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat wraps and contact Emson to receive a free replacement wrap. Emson is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute	Value
Agency	U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class	Not classified by agency
Status	Active
Recall number	16762
Date reported	July 27, 2016
Date initiated	July 27, 2016
Recalling firm	Not disclosed
Affected scope	About 10,000
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 heat wraps and contact Emson to receive a free replacement wrap. Emson is co…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼

Why was this product recalled? ▼

The heat wrap can overheat, posing a burn hazard.

What should consumers do? ▼

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled heat wraps and contact Emson to receive a free replacement wrap. Emson is contacting all known purchasers directly.

Which agency issued this recall? ▼

This recall was issued by the CPSC on July 27, 2016. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 16762.

How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼

Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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