32 Degrees Heated Socks Recall Due to Burn Hazard
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32 Degrees is recalling about 207,806 pairs of heated socks sold at Costco due to a burn hazard from high-intensity activities.
What this CPSC product recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by CPSC on April 23, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Product Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
This recall involves heated socks sold in three sizes (medium, large, extra large), all in the color black, due to a burn 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.
Which Products Are Affected
The affected products are 32 Degrees Heated Socks, with about 207,806 units sold. They were sold at Costco stores and online at Costco.com from August 2025 through March 2026 for between $30 and $46. No model numbers or UPCs are specified in the recall details.
What You Should Do
Consumers should immediately stop using the heated socks and return them to Costco for a full refund. For more information, contact 32 Degrees toll-free at 833-997-2452 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email at recall@32degrees.com, or online at https://www.32degrees.com/recall or https://www.32degrees.com and click "Sock Recall" at the bottom of the page under "Support".
Why This Matters
This recall is significant due to 14 reported heat-related incidents, including 13 cases of first- or second-degree burns, which highlight the potential for serious injury from the product.
Source
CPSC Recall: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/32-Degrees-Recalls-Heated-Socks-Due-to-Burn-Hazard
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