ThermaCare recalls heat wraps with lot S97473 due to potential overheating causing skin burns. Affected units may cause blisters or irritation. Stop using immediately.
There is the potential that a HeatWrap could include cells that have a higher cell temperature than specified in lot S97473. The use of heat cell wrap with increased temperatures poses a potential risk of skin injuries such as burns/blisters and/or skin irritation on the wrap-applied area.
ThermaCare HeatWraps with lot number S97473 may overheat and cause skin burns or irritation. Consumers should stop using these products immediately to avoid injury.
The heat cells in these wraps can become hotter than specified, leading to skin injuries like burns or blisters. This happens when the heat cells overheat due to improper temperature control.
Adults using ThermaCare HeatWraps for back pain relief. Those with sensitive skin are at higher risk of burns or irritation.
Check for lot number S97473 on the product packaging. The product is sold as ThermaCare HeatWraps for back pain therapy with UPC 305733010037.
Discontinue use of ThermaCare HeatWraps with lot number S97473 to prevent skin injuries.
The heat cells in these wraps may overheat, causing skin burns or irritation. This risk is specific to lot number S97473.
Check for lot number S97473 on the packaging. The product is sold under UPC 305733010037 as ThermaCare HeatWraps for back pain therapy.
Stop using the product immediately to avoid skin injuries. There is no replacement or repair offered.
We’ve drafted a message you can send ThermaCare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1495-2019 — ThermaCare ThermaCare Hello, I own a ThermaCare that is covered by recall Z-1495-2019 from ThermaCare. 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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