Published by If 32 Degrees Heated Socks caused burns or another heat-related injury, a legal review may help you understand your options.
Compensation may be available for medical bills, lost income, scar-related losses, and other documented damages tied to a dangerous heated wearable product.
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What’s the Problem?
The hazard involves heat exposure while the socks are being worn during high-intensity activities that create a combination of heat, friction, moisture, and pressure. CPSC warned that under those conditions, the socks can create an injury hazard that includes burns.
That kind of defect can be especially dangerous because the product is worn directly against the foot and lower leg inside a shoe or boot. If the wearer does not immediately recognize what is happening, heat can build in one area and cause painful skin damage before the product is removed.
Latest Updates
- April 23, 2026 – 32 Degrees recalled Heated Socks because, 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. The recall covered about 207,806 units, and CPSC said 14 heat-related incidents had been reported, with 13 involving first- or second-degree burns [1].
Product Identification
This recall involves 32 Degrees Heated Socks sold in medium, large, and extra-large sizes. All recalled socks were black, and “32° HEAT” appeared on the battery pack casing, battery pack packaging, user manual, and exterior retail packaging.
Those identification details matter in a potential claim because heated wearable products can be hard to distinguish once packaging is gone. Photos of the socks, battery pack, and any remaining manual or box may help confirm whether the product involved was part of the recall.
Incidents and Injuries
The recall was tied to 14 reported heat-related incidents. Thirteen of those reports involved first- or second-degree burns, which makes this much more serious than a product that simply feels too warm during use.
Burn cases involving wearable products can lead to more than short-term pain. Depending on the severity and location of the injury, a person may need urgent care, wound treatment, time off work, and follow-up care for scarring or skin sensitivity.
Where and When They Were Sold
The recalled socks were sold at Costco stores and online at Costco.com from August 2025 through March 2026. They sold for between $30 and $46.
The importer was David Peyser Sportswear, doing business as 32 Degrees, of New York, New York. The socks were manufactured in China.
What Consumers Should Do Now
Consumers should immediately stop using the heated socks and return them to Costco for a full refund. Anyone who already suffered a burn should consider preserving the socks, battery pack, packaging, photos, and medical records before the product is returned.
Do You Qualify for a 32 Degrees Heated Socks Recall Lawsuit?
A legal review may be appropriate if recalled 32 Degrees Heated Socks caused first-degree or second-degree burns, scarring, missed work, or other measurable losses. These claims are usually stronger when the product can be clearly identified and the injury is supported by photographs, medical records, and proof of purchase.
Evidence to Gather
- The socks, battery pack, user manual, and any remaining packaging
- Costco receipts or online order confirmations
- Photos of the socks and any visible burn injuries
- Medical records, urgent care records, and follow-up treatment notes
- Any recall or refund communications
Potential Damages
Potential damages may include medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, scar-related losses, and other documented damages tied to the injury.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/32-Degrees-Recalls-Heated-Socks-Due-to-Burn-Hazard