WASHINGTON, DC — Kobayashi is recalling about 77,000 HotHands rechargeable hand warmers because the product’s batteries and electrical components can ignite, creating a fire and burn hazard for consumers.
The recall covers white and orange hand warmers sold in two-packs. The company said the affected units were distributed nationwide and through online sellers, including Amazon.com, over a 13-month period.
Consumers who bought the warmers should check whether theirs are part of the recall and look up the model number and other details through the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Where the recalled hand warmers were sold and how much they cost
The hand warmers were sold at Bass Pro Shops, Meijer, Target, The Home Depot and other stores across the country. They were also sold online, giving the product a broad retail reach in both physical stores and e-commerce channels.
According to the recall notice, the warmers were sold from July 2025 through August 2026. Retail prices ranged from $30 to $40, depending on where the two-packs were purchased.
That long sales window means buyers may have picked up the warmers during a wide stretch of the year, including through major national retailers that many shoppers use routinely.
What makes the product dangerous
The hazard involves the batteries and electrical components inside the rechargeable warmers. Kobayashi said those parts can ignite, which is why the recall was issued.
That creates two related risks: fire and burns. Rechargeable products rely on internal charging systems, so any defect that affects the battery or electrical hardware can present a serious safety concern if the item is used or recharged as intended.
The company has not said in the notice that injuries have been tied to the recalled warmers, but the safety risk is severe enough to warrant pulling the product from the market.
How to identify the recalled HotHands warmers
The recalled units are described as white and orange and sold as two-packs. Consumers are being told to check the model number to determine whether their product is included in the recall.
Kobayashi and the Consumer Product Safety Commission are directing buyers to the federal agency’s website for model information and recall details. That is the most direct way to match a specific unit against the recalled batch.
Because the warmers were sold in several major retail channels, shoppers may have purchased them as gifts, camping gear or cold-weather accessories without keeping the packaging. Looking up the model number is the key step in confirming a match.
Recall number and what consumers should do next
The recall number is 27-011. That identifier can help consumers verify they are looking at the correct safety notice when they search the agency’s database or compare product details.
Anyone who believes they have the affected warmers should review the recall information on the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website before using or charging the device again. The company’s notice points customers there for the most current guidance.
For buyers who picked up the warmers from major national retailers, the federal recall record is the best place to confirm whether a specific purchase falls within the affected production run.
A broader reminder about rechargeable battery safety
Rechargeable consumer products have become common for everyday use, from portable power devices to heated accessories. That popularity also means defects involving batteries can quickly affect many shoppers when a product is sold through large national chains.
This recall is a reminder to pay attention to model numbers, recall notices and manufacturer instructions before continuing to use a rechargeable device. Small details, such as packaging color or the number of units in a package, can help identify a recalled item.
For now, the key point for consumers is simple: the recalled HotHands hand warmers were sold widely, and Kobayashi says the batteries and electrical components may ignite.
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