32 Degrees Heated Socks Recall Lawsuit | 2026 Latest Updates

32 Degrees Heated Socks, imported by David Peyser Sportswear, doing business as 32 Degrees, are under an open recall. The CPSC announced it April 23, 2026, covering about 207,806 pairs sold at Costco. The recalled socks are black, sized medium, large or extra large, and marked “32° HEAT” on the battery pack, packaging and manual. Worn during intense activity, the socks can cause burns from built-up heat. CPSC has received 14 heat-related incident reports, 13 involving first- or second-degree burns. Anyone who owns a pair should stop using them right away and return them to Costco for a full refund.

Latest 32 Degrees Heated Socks Recall Updates

April 23, 2026: CPSC Announces Recall of 32 Degrees Heated Socks

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission announced the recall notice for about 207,806 pairs of Heated Socks from David Peyser Sportswear (32 Degrees), sold at Costco stores and online, on April 23, 2026 [1]. The agency tied the recall to 14 reports of heat-related incidents reported to CPSC, including 13 first- or second-degree burns, arising from the same heat-and-friction hazard described below.

Which 32 Degrees Heated Socks Are Affected?

The recall covers 32 Degrees Heated Socks sold only at Costco, identified by the item numbers, sizes, color and markings listed on 32 Degrees’ own recall page [2]:

• Item number 1872150, marked on socks purchased in Costco warehouse stores across the United States
• Item numbers 1913659, 1913660 and 1913661, for the same socks purchased online at Costco.com
• Black-colored socks sold in three sizes: medium, large and extra large, matching the recalled batch
• “32° HEAT” printed on the battery pack casing, the battery pack packaging, the user manual and the exterior retail packaging

A receipt or the original packaging is the fastest way to confirm a match against these details. This helps especially when the item number is no longer visible on the sock or the box.

Why Were 32 Degrees Heated Socks Recalled?

32 Degrees Heated Socks were recalled because they can pose a burn injury hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the risk appears during high-intensity activity. According to the recall notice, when worn during high-intensity activities, the socks generate a combination of heat, excessive friction, moisture and pressure that can pose an injury hazard, including the burns CPSC has already logged in its incident reports. A rechargeable battery pack built into each sock supplies the heat. The notice does not describe a battery fire, explosion or electrical failure as the cause. Instead, CPSC ties the hazard to heat building up during high-intensity activity.

Reported Incidents, Injuries, or Illnesses

CPSC says it has received 14 reports of heat-related incidents linked to 32 Degrees Heated Socks. Thirteen of those reports involved first- or second-degree burns. The recall notice does not break the incidents down by state or give a reporting cutoff date beyond the initial announcement. A report is not proof every wearer was burned the same way. CBS News independently reported the recall covered nearly 208,000 pairs. It also described a Costco customer’s account of a second-degree burn after turning the heat setting up while skiing [3]. The reports come from consumers who contacted CPSC or 32 Degrees directly. The agency does not say whether any wearer needed hospital care.

What Should Consumers Do?

Anyone who owns 32 Degrees Heated Socks covered by this recall should take the following steps:

1. Stop wearing the heated socks right away, especially during high-intensity activity such as skiing or other cold-weather sports.
2. Match the socks or packaging to item number 1872150 (in-store) or 1913659, 1913660 and 1913661 (Costco.com).
3. Return the socks to any Costco store, or contact Costco customer service, for a full refund.
4. Call 32 Degrees toll-free at 833-997-2452 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, email recall@32degrees.com, or visit 32degrees.com/recall with questions or to report an incident.
5. Report an incident to CPSC through its SaferProducts.gov database if you were injured.
6. Seek medical care for any burn that blisters, does not heal, or shows signs of infection.

Legal Options

No lawsuit, class action or multidistrict litigation has been filed. No case names David Peyser Sportswear over these recalled socks. Several law firms say they are reviewing burn claims tied to the recall. A lawsuit would exist only once one of them actually files a complaint in court. A recall does not automatically establish liability or eligibility for compensation. A lawyer can review medical records, receipts and the product itself. That review helps decide whether a claim makes sense.

Filing Deadlines

Deadlines for filing an injury claim come from state law, not from the recall itself. They can depend on where the injured person lives and when the burn happened. A missed deadline can end even a strong claim before it starts. Anyone considering a claim over a burn from these socks should check with a lawyer soon rather than wait.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 32 Degrees Heated Socks Recall Still Active?

Yes, the 32 Degrees Heated Socks recall is still active. As of September 24, 2026, the CPSC recall notice remains posted with no expansion, correction or termination notice added since the April 23, 2026 announcement.

Is There a CPSC Hotline for Reporting a 32 Degrees Heated Socks Injury?

Yes, there is a CPSC hotline for reporting a 32 Degrees Heated Socks injury tied to recall number 26-435: 800-638-2772 (TTY 800-638-8270), separate from 32 Degrees’ own recall line. Call it to report the injury, and CPSC will log it against that recall record.

What Should I Do If My 32 Degrees Heated Socks Caused a Burn?

If the socks caused a burn, save the socks, the battery pack, the packaging and any photos or medical records documenting the injury. Contact 32 Degrees or the CPSC to report what happened, and consider talking with a lawyer.

Is There a 32 Degrees Heated Socks Class Action or MDL?

No, there is no 32 Degrees Heated Socks class action or MDL yet. This review’s searches for a filed case found attorney-investigation pages but no lawsuit, complaint or MDL docket filed in court.

Where Were the Recalled 32 Degrees Heated Socks Manufactured?

The recalled 32 Degrees Heated Socks were manufactured in China, according to the CPSC recall notice, which lists the importer, David Peyser Sportswear, as based in New York, New York.

Did 32 Degrees Recall Any Other Products Besides the Heated Socks?

No, 32 Degrees did not recall any other products besides the Heated Socks. This review checked the CPSC’s recall list and 32 Degrees’ own recall page, and found no other recalled item from the company.

References

1. https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/32-Degrees-Recalls-Heated-Socks-Due-to-Burn-Hazard
2. https://www.32degrees.com/pages/heated-sock-recall
3. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/costco-recall-heated-socks-32-degrees-first-second-degree-burns/