Columbia Sportswear recalls Omni-Heat lithium polymer batteries in jackets due to fire risk from cell defects. Affected batteries may cause overheating and fire. Consumers should remove and return recalled packs.
The batteries have a cell defect which can cause overheating, posing a fire hazard.
Columbia Sportswear is recalling lithium polymer batteries that power heating in some jackets because they can overheat and cause fires. This affects specific jacket models sold in fall 2011. If you have the recalled batteries, you must remove them and get a free replacement.
The batteries have a cell defect that can cause overheating. This overheating may lead to fire, especially if the batteries are used in jackets where they could be exposed to heat or physical damage.
Owners of Columbia Sportswear jackets with fall 2011 models that include the specific battery packs are affected. People who use these jackets for extended periods in cold weather are at higher risk due to potential fire hazards.
Check for black battery packs that are 3.25 inches long by 2.3 inches wide by 0.7 inches deep. Look for "Columbia" on top and "OMNI-HEAT" on the bottom. The part number 054978-001 is printed on the side of the battery label.
Look for black battery packs with specific dimensions and markings to determine if they are part of the recall.
Immediately remove any recalled battery packs from the jacket to prevent fire risk.
Contact Columbia Sportswear for a free replacement of the affected battery packs.
Consumers should immediately check the battery packs included with the electric jacket to determine if they are part of the recall. Those with affected batteries should immediately remove the affected battery pack(s) from the jacket and contact Columbia Sportswear for a free replacement.
Jackets sold in fall 2011 with the specific battery packs: Men's Electro Amp Jacket (SM7864) and Circuit Breaker Softshell (SM7855), and Women's Circuit Breaker Softshell (SL7856) and Snow Hottie Jacket (SL7866) and Parka (SL7853).
Remove the affected battery packs from your jacket and contact Columbia Sportswear for a free replacement.
Check for black battery packs that are 3.25 inches long by 2.3 inches wide by 0.7 inches deep, marked with "Columbia" on top and "OMNI-HEAT" on the bottom, and part number 054978-001 on the side.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Columbia Sportswear to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 1287 — Columbia Sportswear Omni-Heat™ Lithium-Polymer Rechargeable Batteries Hello, I own a Omni-Heat™ Lithium-Polymer Rechargeable Batteries that is covered by recall 1287 from Columbia Sportswear. The official recall notice states: Consumers should immediately check the battery packs included with the electric jacket to determine if they are part of the recall. Those with affected batteries should immediately remove the affected battery pack(s) from the jacket and contact Columbia Sportswear for a free replacement. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official CPSC recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
