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Telebrands Recalls Scarves with Microwaveable Heat Packs Due to Fire and Burn Hazards

U.S. CPSCFireBurnsMar 10, 2010
Picture of Recalled Scarf
Picture of Recalled Scarf

Photos from the official notice: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission · image rights

Hazard

The heat packs can overheat when heated in a microwave oven, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled Therma Scarf and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. If purchased through the infomercial or over the internet, consumers will be contacted by Telebrands with instructions on how to obtain a full refund.

Incidents & injuries

The firm has received seven reports of overheating, including five fires, three of which resulted in property damage to the microwave. Two of the incidents were in Canada. No injuries have been reported.

Product description

The recalled scarves have pockets and microwaveable heat packs composed of flax seeds. The scarves are made of polyester/cotton, and were sold in black and camel colors.

Sold on

Bed Bath & Beyond® stores, As Seen on TV retail kiosks in shopping malls nationwide, through direct response television and over the internet at www.thermascarf.com and www.asseenontvguys.com from October 2009 through January 2010 for between $20 and $25.

Contact the company

For additional information, contact Telebrands at (800) 777-4034 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET or visit the firm's Web site at www.telebrands.com

What should I do?

Stop using the product and follow the remedy below. Contact the company for a refund, repair or replacement — recall remedies are free.

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