1 death, over 300 burn injuries prompt recall of lithium-ion hand warmers
Lithium-ion hand warmers have been recalled after reports linked them to one death and more than 300 burn injuries. The action matters because the devices’ batteries may pose a serious overheating or fire risk to users.
The recall highlights safety concerns surrounding rechargeable consumer products that use lithium-ion batteries. People who own affected hand warmers should stop using them and check the recall notice for identification and remedy information.
- Hand warmers recalled after fatality and hundreds of burns
- Lithium-ion batteries may overheat or catch fire
- Owners should check whether their device is affected