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32 Degrees Recalls Heated Socks Due to Burn Hazard

Recalled 2026-04-23. Lithium battery hazard. Here is what the CPSC published, and what you are owed.

About 207,806Units

2026-04-23Recall date

YesInjuries

The text below is quoted from the CPSC notice word for word.

What was recalled: This recall involves heated socks sold in three sizes (medium, large, extra large), all in the color black. "32° HEAT" appears on the battery pack casing, battery pack packaging, user manual and the exterior retail packaging for the products.
The hazard: When worn during high-intensity activities that generate a combination of heat, excessive friction, moisture and pressure, the socks can pose an injury hazard including burns.
Injuries: 14 heat-related incidents have been reported, with 13 involving first- or second-degree burns.
The remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the heated socks and return them to Costco for a full refund.

The details

Products	32 Degrees Heated Socks
Imported by	David Peyser Sportswear d/b/a 32 Degrees
Made in	China
Sold at	Costco
CPSC recall number	26435

What a recall entitles you to

A refund, a repair or a replacement. The notice says which. It costs you nothing and there is usually no receipt requirement.

Stop using the product first. Recalls do not expire. An old one still counts.

The full CPSC notice, including photographs, is at cpsc.gov.

Source: CPSC SaferProducts recall feed, retrieved 2026-08-06. Newest recall on file 2026-07-30.