Published by The CPSC warning applies to about 6,000 heated insoles sold online at Amazon.com and GearTrade.com from August 2022 through May 2026. The products were sold in black or red, contain a lithium-ion battery in the heel area, are operated by remote control, and have “COOWALK” or “COOWALI” printed on the sole.
CPSC reported 26 fires, explosions, and other thermal incidents involving the defective insoles. At least 23 burn injuries have been reported, including serious second- and third-degree burns requiring skin grafts.
Consumers who suffered burn injuries, property damage, or other losses after using COOWALK or COOWALI heated insoles may want to preserve evidence and seek a legal evaluation.
Quick Facts
- CPSC warned consumers to stop using COOWALK/COOWALI heated insoles immediately due to a serious burn and fire hazard.
- The internal lithium-ion battery can explode and ignite, even when the insoles are turned off.
- CPSC is aware of 26 thermal incidents and at least 23 reported burn injuries.
- The Chinese manufacturer has been unresponsive to CPSC requests for a recall or information.
Table Of Contents
- Latest News & Updates on COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuits
- What Are COOWALK Heated Insoles?
- Reported Risks or Injuries
- How Does the Problem Occur, and Who May Be Liable?
- Who May Be Affected?
- Do I Qualify?
- Do I Have a COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit?
- Important Legal Actions or Recalls
- Potential Compensation
- Legal Process Overview
- Frequently Asked Questions About COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuits
- What is the COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit about?
- Why did CPSC warn consumers about COOWALK heated insoles?
- What injuries may support a COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit?
- Where were the COOWALK/COOWALI heated insoles sold?
- Should I throw away the heated insoles?
- What should I save before seeking a COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit evaluation?
- Can I still seek a review if the manufacturer has not recalled the product?
- Who may be responsible for injuries from COOWALK heated insoles?
- References
Latest News & Updates on COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuits
June 2026
CPSC issued a product safety warning on June 4, 2026, urging consumers to stop using COOWALK/COOWALI heated insoles immediately because the internal lithium-ion battery can explode and ignite. The agency said the defect poses a risk of serious burn injury and fire hazard, and instructed consumers to dispose of the insoles through local hazardous waste procedures [1].
The warning states that Shenzhen Kubuzhineng Kejiyouxiangongsi, the Chinese manufacturer, has been unresponsive to CPSC requests for a recall or product information. That detail may matter in legal evaluations because consumers were not offered a traditional recall remedy through the manufacturer.
What Are COOWALK Heated Insoles?
COOWALK and COOWALI heated insoles are battery-powered shoe inserts designed to warm the feet. They contain lithium-ion batteries in the heel area and are operated by remote control.
The affected insoles were sold in black and red. “COOWALK” or “COOWALI” appears on the sole, which can help consumers identify whether they have the product covered by the warning.
The products were manufactured in China and sold online through Amazon.com and GearTrade.com. Because these are wearable battery-powered products, the risk is different from many ordinary fire hazards: the heat source sits directly under a consumer’s foot, where a fire or explosion can cause immediate skin contact injuries.
Reported Risks or Injuries
The reported risks include fires, explosions, thermal incidents, serious burns, and related property damage. CPSC specifically identified second- and third-degree burns among the reported injuries.
Serious foot burns can be especially disruptive because they may affect walking, working, driving, exercising, and basic daily movement. A burn that requires grafting can also involve wound care, infection monitoring, scarring, and follow-up treatment.
Consumers should take the warning seriously even if their insoles have not shown visible damage. CPSC stated that the battery can explode and ignite even when the insoles are turned off.
How Does the Problem Occur, and Who May Be Liable?
The safety issue involves the lithium-ion battery inside the heated insole. If the battery fails, overheats, explodes, or ignites, the insole can create a fire and burn hazard directly inside or near the user’s footwear.
Potentially liable parties may include the manufacturer, importer, online seller, distributor, or other companies involved in making, marketing, selling, or distributing the insoles. Liability depends on the facts, including product identification, purchase records, injury evidence, warnings, and the role each party played in the product chain.
The manufacturer’s lack of cooperation with CPSC may also complicate consumer remedies. When a manufacturer does not participate in a recall, injured consumers may need to look closely at sales platforms, distribution channels, product listings, and available insurance or responsible business entities.
Who May Be Affected?
People who purchased COOWALK or COOWALI heated insoles from Amazon.com or GearTrade.com between August 2022 and May 2026 may be affected. Anyone who experienced overheating, smoke, fire, explosion, or burns while using the product should preserve evidence.
Users who wore the insoles during work, outdoor activities, hunting, skiing, hiking, commuting, or cold-weather tasks may face added injury risk because the product was likely inside a shoe or boot at the time of failure. Nearby family members or property owners may also have losses if the insoles caused a fire.
The strongest legal evaluations usually involve documented burn injuries, medical care, photos, product evidence, purchase records, and a clear incident timeline. Property damage evidence may also matter if the insoles ignited clothing, flooring, furniture, vehicles, or other personal property.
Do I Qualify?
You may qualify for a legal review if you bought or used COOWALK or COOWALI heated insoles and suffered a burn injury, fire-related injury, or property damage. The review will likely focus on whether the product matches the CPSC warning and whether the injury or damage can be connected to the product failure.
Helpful evidence may include:
- The heated insoles, remote control, charger, packaging, instructions, and any remaining product parts
- Photos or video of burns, smoke, fire damage, melted materials, shoes, socks, or the damaged insoles
- Amazon, GearTrade, credit card, email, or shipping records showing the purchase
- Medical records, burn treatment notes, prescriptions, surgical records, or skin graft documentation
- Fire department reports, insurance records, property damage photos, or repair estimates
- A written timeline explaining when the product was used, what happened, and what injuries followed
Do not throw the insoles in the trash or place them in ordinary recycling. CPSC instructs consumers to follow local hazardous waste disposal procedures for defective lithium-ion battery products.
Do I Have a COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit?
If you or a loved one has been injured by COOWALK heated insoles, you may have legal options. Contact Schmidt & Clark for a free case review.
Important Legal Actions or Recalls
| Event | Month/Year | Type | Status | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPSC warns consumers to stop using COOWALK/COOWALI heated insoles | June 2026 | Product safety warning | Warning issued | CPSC warned that the internal lithium-ion battery can explode and ignite, even when turned off | CPSC |
| Thermal incidents and injuries reported | June 2026 | Injury report | Reported by CPSC | CPSC reported 26 fires, explosions, and other thermal incidents, with at least 23 burn injuries | CPSC |
| Manufacturer response noted | June 2026 | Regulatory communication | Manufacturer unresponsive | CPSC stated that Shenzhen Kubuzhineng Kejiyouxiangongsi was unresponsive to requests for a recall or product information | CPSC |
| Hazardous waste disposal instructions issued | June 2026 | Consumer safety instruction | Immediate action recommended | CPSC urged consumers to dispose of the defective insoles through local hazardous waste procedures | CPSC |
Potential Compensation
Potential compensation in a COOWALK heated insoles lawsuit may include emergency care, burn treatment, hospitalization, skin grafting, prescriptions, follow-up appointments, and future medical care. Claims may also include out-of-pocket expenses related to the injury.
In serious cases, damages may include lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, scarring, disfigurement, emotional distress, and property damage. The strength and value of a claim depend on injury severity, product evidence, medical documentation, and applicable state law.
Compensation amounts vary by case. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Legal Process Overview
Free case review: The process usually begins with a confidential review of the product, injury, purchase records, and photos. The legal team may ask whether the insoles, charger, remote, packaging, and damaged shoes are still available.
Evidence preservation: Product evidence may be important, but lithium-ion battery devices can pose fire risks. Consumers should follow CPSC disposal guidance and document the product carefully with photos before taking any disposal steps.
Investigation: Attorneys may review the CPSC warning, purchase records, product photos, medical records, and any fire or insurance documentation. They may also examine whether the seller, distributor, or manufacturer can be identified and pursued.
Filing: If the facts support a claim, a lawsuit may allege product defect, negligence, failure to warn, breach of warranty, or other claims. Filing deadlines vary by state, so early review is important.
Resolution: A claim may resolve through settlement, court ruling, dismissal, or trial. The timeline depends on the available evidence, injury severity, responsible parties, and whether similar claims are being pursued.
Frequently Asked Questions About COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuits
What is the COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit about?
The COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit involves potential claims by consumers who suffered burns, fire injuries, or property damage after COOWALK or COOWALI heated insoles allegedly overheated, exploded, or ignited. CPSC warned consumers to stop using the products immediately because of the fire and burn hazard.
Why did CPSC warn consumers about COOWALK heated insoles?
CPSC warned that the internal lithium-ion battery can explode and ignite, even when the insoles are turned off. The agency reported fires, explosions, thermal incidents, and burn injuries involving the defective insoles.
What injuries may support a COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit?
A COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit may involve second-degree burns, third-degree burns, skin grafts, hospitalization, scarring, nerve pain, or other documented medical treatment. Property damage from a fire may also be relevant.
Where were the COOWALK/COOWALI heated insoles sold?
The insoles were sold on Amazon.com and GearTrade.com from August 2022 through May 2026. Purchase confirmations, order history, shipping records, and credit card records may help prove when and where the product was bought.
Should I throw away the heated insoles?
CPSC urges consumers to dispose of the defective heated insoles immediately through local hazardous waste procedures. Do not place them in the trash, ordinary recycling, curbside recycling, or used battery recycling boxes.
What should I save before seeking a COOWALK Heated Insoles Lawsuit evaluation?
Save photos of the insoles, remote, charger, packaging, product markings, burns, damaged shoes, and any property damage. Also preserve purchase records, medical records, fire reports, insurance documents, and a timeline of what happened.
Can I still seek a review if the manufacturer has not recalled the product?
Yes. A formal manufacturer recall is not always required for a legal review, especially where CPSC has issued a public safety warning and injuries have been reported.
Who may be responsible for injuries from COOWALK heated insoles?
Potentially responsible parties may include the manufacturer, seller, distributor, importer, or other entities in the product chain. Liability depends on product evidence, purchase records, injury documentation, and the role each company played.
References
- https://www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/2026/CPSC-Warns-Consumers-to-Stop-Using-COOWALK-COOWALI-Heated-Insoles-Immediately-Due-to-Risk-of-Serious-Burn-Injury-from-Fire-Hazard