CPSC Recall in 2010: Ardica Recalls Heated Jackets and Vests Due to Burn Hazard
See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2010.
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.ProductIdentifying MarksArdica Moshi power systemThe Moshi battery pack is marked with "Ardica" and "v.5 August 2009" on back Mountain Hardware ProductsDescriptionIdentifying MarksRefugium 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 SapphireThe 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.Radiance Jacket: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 Sitka ProductDescriptionIdentifying MarksDutch Oven VestThe 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.
Electrical connections in the warming components in the jackets and vest can overheat, posing a burn hazard to consumers.
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The firm has received five reports of overheating. No injuries have been reported.
Sporting goods and outdoor equipment retailers from August 2009 through February 2010 for between $230 and $425.
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