OCOOPA recalls 1.5 million rechargeable hand warmers after overheating fires and burns

A July 30 recall covers about 1.5 million OCOOPA Rechargeable Hand Warmers sold nationwide from 2018 through 2026 after overheating reports led to 15 fires, 350 burn injuries and one death. Consumers are urged to stop using the products immediately and request refunds through OCOOPA’s recall process.

Why it matters: - The recalled hand warmers have been linked to overheating, fires and serious burn injuries. - The recall covers a product sold for nearly eight years, so many units may still be in homes as colder weather approaches. - The reported injuries include the death of an 83-year-old consumer in San José, California.

What happened: - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and importer Shenzhen Street Cat Technology Co., Ltd., doing business as OCOOPA Direct, announced the recall on July 30, 2026. - The recall covers about 1.5 million OCOOPA Rechargeable Hand Warmers. - OCOOPA Direct has received 1,480 reports of overheating. - Those reports include 15 fires and 350 burn injuries. - The lithium-ion battery can overheat and ignite.

The details: - The recalled models are UT3053, UT3056, ZLS-118, ZLS-118S, ZLS-118D, H01 and H01(PD). - The warmers were sold on Amazon.com, Ocoopa.com, Ocoopa.net and Walmart.com from September 2018 through May 2026. - The retail price ranged from $15 to $60. - “OCOOPA” is printed on the top of the device. - The model number and three-digit batch number are printed on the underside. - The warmers are dual-sided, sold in packs of two, and join magnetically. - The units include USB-C charging, LED indicator lights and a silicone lanyard.

Between the lines: - The recall underscores how small rechargeable devices can create outsized burn and fire risks when lithium-ion batteries fail. - A product designed to be held in the hand and carried in pockets or gloves can cause injuries quickly once it overheats. - Jason Turchin, a product liability and injury attorney, said owners should stop using the warmers and injured consumers should keep the device, packaging and injury photos.

What's next: - The CPSC advises consumers to stop using the recalled products immediately. - Consumers can request a refund by writing “RECALLED” on the warmer, photographing the marked product along with the model and batch numbers, and submitting the information through the Product Recall page on OCOOPA’s website. - Refunds are available as an OCOOPA gift card or the original form of payment. - Consumers should not place the devices in the trash, curbside recycling or retail battery recycling boxes. - Defective lithium-ion batteries should be handled through a local household hazardous waste center after checking whether the center accepts them. - The CPSC urges consumers to report related incidents through its SaferProducts website. - People burned by a defective consumer product may be able to seek compensation for medical bills, lost income and pain and suffering. - The Law Offices of Jason Turchin can be reached at (800) 337-7755 or through the firm’s website for a free consultation.