Shop LC Recalls Electric Blankets Due to Fire and Burn Hazards (Recall Alert)
The hazard
The blankets' heating coils can overheat, posing fire and burn hazards.
Incidents reported: The firm has received a total of four reports of the blanket found burning, including one report of a minor burn injury to a consumer's lower body.
What to do now
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and contact Shop LC for a full refund. The firm is contacting all known purchasers.
Contact: Shop LC toll-free at 877-899-0078 anytime or online at www.shoplc.com and click Product Recalls at the bottom of the page for more information.
About this recall
The recall involves Shop LC's heated micro plush flannel sherpa throw blankets.. The blankets were sold in gray, blue, beige, red or brown and measures about 50 by 60 inches. "Homesmart" can be found on a label on the sherpa side of the blanket. All blankets with date code 22217 and model number OB205B2 are included in the recall. The date code is printed on the bottom right corner of the textile label, sewn on the fleece side of each blanket.
Product photos
Photos: U.S. CPSC