The Recall Desk
HighCPSC·02085·Announced 2002-01-16

Eddie Bauer Recalls Stainless Steel Lunch Bottles Due to Burn Hazard

Eddie Bauer is recalling 4,000 stainless steel lunch bottles because a weak seal allows hot liquids to leak, posing a burn risk. No injuries have been reported.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (burn hazard from leaking hot liquids) where injury has not yet been reported, which aligns with the High severity criteria in the rubric.

Plain-English summary

Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores is recalling approximately 4,000 units of its Wide Mouth Lunch Bottles. The recalled products are 32-oz. stainless steel containers featuring a black base, handle, and carrying strap, along with a two-piece lid that includes a drinking cup. The bottles are marked with "Eddie Bauer" on one side and a label reading "Eddie Bauer Wide Mouth Lunch Bottle" on the other, with a "Made in China" sticker on the bottom.

The recall was initiated because the insulated bottles have a weak seal that can leak hot liquids. This defect poses a serious burn hazard to consumers. Eddie Bauer has received four reports of the bottles leaking, but the company states that no injuries have been reported.

These bottles were sold at Eddie Bauer outlet stores nationwide from September 2001 through November 2001 for approximately $24. Consumers should stop using these bottles immediately and return them to any Eddie Bauer store for a full refund. For more information, consumers can call Eddie Bauer at (800) 426-6253 or visit www.eddiebaueroutlet.com.

The recalled product

Product
Eddie Bauer Wide Mouth Lunch Bottles
Manufacturer
Eddie Bauer Outlet Stores, of Redmond, Wash.
Category
Consumer Product — Kitchen & Dining
Hazard
Affected units
4,000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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