CPSCJanuary 16, 2002

CPSC, Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores Announce Recall of

CPSC, Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores Announce Recall of Stainless Steel Lunch Bottles

Why was CPSC, Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores Announce Recall of recalled?

The insulated bottles have a weak seal and can leak hot liquids, which poses a serious burn hazard to consumers.

What should I do if I have this product?

Consumers should stop using these bottles immediately and return them to any Eddie Bauer store for a full refund. Contact: For more information, consumers can call Eddie Bauer at (800) 426-6253 between 5 a.m. and 11 p.m. PT Monday through Sunday or log on to the company's website at www.eddiebaueroutlet.com

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official CPSC record. Only products that match the listed product and identifiers are part of this recall.

Product
Eddie Bauer Wide Mouth Lunch Bottles
Company
Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores, of Redmond, Wash.
Quantity
4,000
Sold at
Eddie Bauer outlet stores nationwide sold these insulated bottles, from September 2001 through November 2001, for about $24.
Recall date
January 16, 2002
Incidents / injuries
Eddie Bauer has received four reports of the insulated bottles leaking, though no injuries have been reported.
Agency
CPSC

Product description

The recalled Wide Mouth Lunch Bottles are 32-oz. stainless steel containers, with a black base and handle, a black carrying strap, and a two-piece lid (including a drinking cup). The insulated bottles have the words "Eddie Bauer" written on one side of the container (which is located 1 3/4 inches from the lower edge of the plastic collar), and a label that reads "Eddie Bauer Wide Mouth Lunch Bottle" on the other. On the bottom of the bottle, there is a sticker that reads "Made in China."

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