Cool Blue Backpacks (Lands' End) – overheating issue (2006)
Check Your Product
According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
Product
Cool Blue Backpacks
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in CPSC notice. Check official source for details.
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Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
A manufacturer is recalling Cool Blue Backpacks. The hazard is: The backpack's battery pack can overheat, causing the battery case to melt, presenting a burn hazard. Based on CPSC recall notice.
Summary derived from CPSC notice
The following details were not provided by CPSC: UPC codes.
Reason for Recall
As stated by CPSC
This recall involves children's Cool Blue backpacks with lights and reflective trim. The backpacks were sold in seven colors: dark blue, light blue, orange, red, green, maroon and purple. Style number 175732 is printed on a label attached to the left side of the main compartment. Backpacks sold after July 19, 2006 are not included in this recall.
Reported concern (CPSC)
The backpack's battery pack can overheat, causing the battery case to melt, presenting a burn hazard if touched.
Recommended Action
Per CPSC guidance
Consumers should stop using these backpacks immediately. Consumers with the affected backpacks are being sent a replacement backpack and battery pack with instructions to return the original product.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) directly.
View official CPSC recall noticePage updated: Jan 6, 2026