CPSC Recall in 2017: humangear Recalls Bottle Caps Due to Burn Hazard

Updated on January 18, 2026.

See the recall details below. You can also see similar information for other consumer product recalls in 2017.

Data Source: CPSC.
Recall Number: 17-124
Date: March 30, 2017
Product Name: Bottle caps
Recall Description:

This recall involves humangear’s capCAP accessory bottle cap. The capCAPs were sold in green/gray, blue/gray, black/gray and black/black color combinations for standard wide-mouth stainless steel bottles and in black/gray for glass mason jars. humangear is stamped on the top of the capCAP.  Only caps with model numbers HG0501, HG0502, HG0505, HG0505-DSG and HG0515 printed above the UPC code on the package are included in the recall. The recalled capCAP has a silicone seal, a rubber coating on the large cap, and a tab/slot feature on the strap This recall only includes the newer version of capCAPs sold between November 2016 and February 2017.

Hazard Description:

The bottle cap can leak, dislodge or come off, posing a burn hazard to consumers when the bottles are used to hold hot liquids. 

Consumer Action:

Remedy Type:

Refund

Units: About 61,000 (in addition, about 360 were sold in Canada)
Incidents:

humangear has received one report of liquid leakage. No injuries have been reported.

Sold At:

Dicks Sporting Goods, REI, SCHEELS and other sporting goods stores nationwide from November 2016 through February 2017 for between $7 and $8.

Manufactured In:

China