Kobayashi recall: HotHands® Rechargeable Hand Warmers
Kobayashi is recalling HotHands® Rechargeable Hand Warmers because of a fire hazard – about 77,000 (In addition, about 72 were sold in Canada). The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission published the recall on October 1, 2026.
Serious A voluntary recall announced jointly by the company and the Consumer Product Safety Commission; the remedy (refund, repair or replacement) is free.
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| Product | HotHands® Rechargeable Hand Warmers |
| Brand | Kobayashi |
| Type | Consumer products |
| Recall date | October 1, 2026 |
| Published by CPSC | October 1, 2026 |
| Quantity | About 77,000 (In addition, about 72 were sold in Canada) |
| Recall ID | 27011 |
Recalled products
- HotHands® Rechargeable Hand Warmers
- Units
- About 77,000 (In addition, about 72 were sold in Canada)
- Product type
- Electric Blankets/Warmers
Identifiers and details
- CPSC recall number
- 27011
- How to identify it (CPSC)
- This recall involves Kobayashi's HotHands-branded rechargeable hand warmers. The white with orange hand warmers were sold in packs of two warmers that can be magnetically joined together and include a charging cable. The hand warmers have a USB-C port to charge the built-in lithium-ion batteries in each unit. The adjustable-heat hand warmers have LED indicator lights on the hard plastic shell and come with a silicone lanyard. Model number "H163650" and the batch number are on the hand warmer's underside, and the white HotHands logo is on the top and on the product packaging. Only electric rechargeable hand warmers with the white HotHands logo are included in this recall.
- Manufactured in
- China
- Distributor
- Kobayashi Consumer Products, LLC, of Dalton, Georgia
- Consumer contact
- Kobayashi at 866-534-9986 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, by email at [email protected], or online at https://hothands.com/recall-notice-rechargeable or https://hothands.com and click on "PRODUCT RECALLS" at the top of the page for more information.
Why it was recalled
The problem: a fire hazard.
The hazard, as the CPSC describes it: “The lithium-ion battery and electrical components in the recalled hand warmers can overheat and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury from fire and burn hazards.”
Incidents and injuries
CPSC: “None”
Where it was sold
Sold At: Bass Pro Shops, Meijer, Target and The Home Depot and other stores nationwide and online, including Amazon.com from July 2025 through August 2026 for between $30 and $40.
What to do
CPSC and the company: “Consumers should stop using the recalled hand warmers immediately and contact Kobayashi for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to go to https://hothands.com/recall-notice-rechargeable and follow the instructions to obtain a claim number. Consumers will also be asked to destroy the product by writing in permanent marker “Recalled” and the claim number on the product, and to submit a photo showing the marked hand warmer, the product’s model number, and the four-digit batch number. Consumers should then dispose of the recalled product with the lithium-ion battery, in accordance with applicable local and state hazardous waste regulations. Note: Do not throw this recalled lithium-ion battery or device in the trash, the general recycling stream (e.g., street-level or curbside recycling bins), or used battery recycling boxes found at various retail and home improvement stores. Recalled lithium-ion batteries must be disposed of differently than other batteries, because they present a greater risk of fire. Your municipal household hazardous waste (HHW) collection center may accept this recalled lithium-ion battery or device for disposal. Before taking your battery or device to a HHW collection center, contact that office ahead of time and ask whether it accepts recalled lithium-ion batteries. If it does not, contact your municipality for further guidance. Remedy: Refund.”
Stop using the product and contact the company for the remedy listed. Recalled products should not be resold or donated.
Official notice: CPSC recall 27011.
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About this recall
Is Kobayashi HotHands® Rechargeable Hand Warmers recalled?
Yes. Kobayashi recalled it on October 1, 2026; CPSC published it October 1, 2026. Only the lots, dates or models listed on this page are included.
Why was it recalled?
Because of a fire hazard. The reason given: The lithium-ion battery and electrical components in the recalled hand warmers can overheat and ignite, posing a risk of serious injury from fire and burn hazards.
What should I do if I have it?
CPSC says: Consumers should stop using the recalled hand warmers immediately and contact Kobayashi for a full refund. Consumers will be asked to go to https://hothands.com/recall-notice-rechargeable and follow the instructions to obtain a claim number. Consumers will also be asked to destroy the product by writing in permanent marker “Recalled” and the claim number on the product, and to submit a photo showing the marked hand warmer, the product’s model number, and the four-digit batch number. Consumers sh…
Where was it sold?
Sold At: Bass Pro Shops, Meijer, Target and The Home Depot and other stores nationwide and online, including Amazon.com from July 2025 through August 2026 for between $30 and $40.
More recalls
Source: recall records published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (openFDA Enforcement Reports), the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service, the Consumer Product Safety Commission and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, collected twice a day. Product names, lot codes, dates and model numbers are shown exactly as the agency lists them; the agency's notice is the authority. 77.today is not affiliated with any of these agencies.